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UK: Nintendo Switch 2 will cost £419.99 from 1st September
The Nintendo Store in the UK has revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will increase in price to £419.99 starting September 1st due to rising component costs. This represents a £24 increase from its previous retail price of £395.99.
Hidetaka Miyazaki: “Nintendo is definitely the right partner” for The Duskbloods
Hidetaka Miyazaki stated that Nintendo is the ideal partner for his upcoming multiplayer game, The Duskbloods. He expressed this sentiment during an interview with IGN, where he also discussed the game's closed network test and the development relationship with Nintendo.
US: Nintendo Download for 20th August, 2026
Nintendo has announced its upcoming digital releases and sales for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. The download list includes new titles and ongoing eShop sales for both platforms.
FromSoftware explains why The Duskbloods is Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive
FromSoftware director Hidetaka Miyazaki explained that The Duskbloods will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 due to a positive and forward-thinking collaboration with Nintendo. He highlighted Nintendo's strengths in player onboarding and tutorial design as key factors in the decision, contrasting it with FromSoftware's typical approach. The game is also set to receive gameplay leaks and will launch after Elden Ring on the platform.
Nintendo Download - August 20, 2026 - NintendoFuse
This week's Nintendo Download features the upcoming release of Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, which includes the base game and the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28. Also highlighted are Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and various in-game events and sales on the Nintendo eShop.
Hidetaka Miyazaki Interview: FromSoftware's Boss On The Duskbloods' TTRPG Influences, the Nintendo Partnership, and the Future of Games
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki discussed the influences behind his games, including tabletop RPGs, and touched upon the company's partnership with Nintendo and the future of game development. The interview followed a hands-on preview of The Duskbloods.
Pokémon Pokopia Surpasses 5 Million Units Sold Worldwide - NintendoFuse
Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5 million units worldwide in just over four months since its launch on March 5, 2026. Nintendo and The Pokémon Company announced the milestone, highlighting the game's success as a system-seller for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game also has an upcoming paid DLC Expansion Pass with multiple parts planned for release through 2027.
Nintendo Download – August 20, 2026 (North America) – DayZ, 1000xResist and Wobbly Life for Switch 2, more
Nintendo's North American eShop update for the week of August 20, 2026, features new releases like DayZ, 1000xResist, and Wobbly Life for the Switch 2. The update also highlights ongoing limited-time events for Donkey Kong Bananza DLC and collectible Donkey Kong-themed digital cards for Nintendo Switch Online members.
You have under two weeks to grab a Nintendo Switch 2 before new price hike
Nintendo has announced that the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 will increase to £429.99 in the UK and €499.99 in Ireland starting September 1st. This price hike, attributed to ongoing memory shortages, is significantly less than recent increases for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Consumers have less than two weeks to purchase the console at its current price of £395.99, with Nintendo also offering custom bundles and a special Pokémon Pokopia bundle.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2026 – Splatoon Raiders debuts in the top 10
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for July 2026, with Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 leading the monthly charts. New releases Splatoon Raiders and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also secured spots in the top ten. The article also provides a list of the overall best-selling games for 2026 so far, with Resident Evil Requiem at the top.
Hardware spending in the US was so low in July that it nearly matched the 2020 Pandemic days when everything was out of stock
US gaming hardware spending in July saw a significant 29 percent drop compared to last year, nearing 2020 pandemic levels due to high prices despite ample availability. Physical software sales also hit an all-time low since 1995, with PlayStation and Nintendo leading sales percentages. Only the gaming subscription category saw growth.
Famitsu sales (8/3/26 – 8/16/26) – Nintendo Switch 2 in the lead
Famitsu reports that the Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales in Japan for the two-week period of August 3rd to August 16th, selling 65,560 units. The top-selling software title was Rhythm Heaven Groove for the Nintendo Switch, with Splatoon Raiders and Beast of Reincarnation following on the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 respectively.
Nintendo confirms how much Switch 2 will cost in the UK after price increase
Nintendo has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 will increase in price in the UK to £419.99 from £395.99 starting September 1, 2026. This price adjustment is attributed to changes in market conditions and the global business outlook. The original Nintendo Switch also saw a price increase in Japan earlier this year.
Switch 2 price increase revealed in the UK, and at least Nintendo is being more merciful than Sony and Microsoft were…
Nintendo has announced a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the UK, with the console set to cost £419.99 starting September 1, 2026. This increase is significantly less than the price hikes seen for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S earlier this year, and also less than the recent increase for the Steam Deck. The article also mentions potential future releases like a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and a special edition Switch 2 console.
A brave indie game has announced it's releasing the same day as GTA 6
Nicalis has announced an updated re-release of The Binding of Isaac, titled The Binding of Isaac: Repentance + Online, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on November 19. This version includes all previous expansions, updates, and adds online co-op for up to four players. The release date is intentionally set for the same day as Grand Theft Auto 6, a move the publisher believes will generate publicity due to the vastly different target audiences.
Why Cheap Retro Handhelds Make More Sense Than Ever In 2026
Despite rising costs in the gaming industry, affordable retro handhelds from companies like Anbernic offer a compelling way to play games from multiple generations. Devices like the Anbernic R35XXSP, inspired by the Game Boy SP, provide a portable and budget-friendly option for accessing classic titles and even some ported PC games.
Nintendo Download – August 20, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has released its latest European download list for the week of August 20, 2026, featuring a variety of new titles for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Notable releases include 'The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition' and 'Wobbly Life' for Switch 2, alongside numerous indie titles for the current generation Switch.
IKEA announces Xbox collaboration
IKEA has announced a new collaboration with Xbox, following a previous partnership with ASUS ROG. The company teased controller-themed products on Instagram, with a full reveal planned for August 26, 2026, at Gamescom. This marks IKEA's second major gaming brand collaboration, after releasing gaming furniture with ASUS ROG in 2021.
Nintendo Today 4.1.0 update out now, patch notes
The Nintendo Today app has received update version 4.1.0, which allows users to select multiple themes and have one displayed randomly each day. The update also includes support for Gamescom 2026 and bug fixes. Previous updates added support for the Fire Emblem theme.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Fire Emblem: Three Houses icons
Nintendo is adding new Fire Emblem: Three Houses themed icons to Nintendo Switch Online. These icons, along with backgrounds and themes, are available for purchase with My Nintendo Platinum Points and will be released weekly until September 2, 2026. This update comes as the company prepares for the release of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
