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Nintendo Switch System Update Brings Improvements to eShop Experience
Nintendo has released a firmware update for the Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and OLED Model, redesigning the eShop with a matching color theme, user-verification PINs, and improved video playback controls. The eShop is now a native app, enhancing performance. The article also touches on upcoming games like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Frostpunk, and provides sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, along with a lowered sales forecast for the latter.
PSA: Switch Online + Expansion Pack Limited-Time Offer Adds Free Bonus Month For 12-Month Memberships (US)
Nintendo is offering a free bonus month for its Switch Online + Expansion Pack service to 12-month members in the US who purchase or redeem their membership before July 28, 2026. Existing members can also qualify by renewing or upgrading. The premium tier provides access to retro game libraries, including Donkey Kong 64, and online play features.
Evening Safety Dance
Nintendo has stated that the stolen employee data by a hacker group is limited and outdated, despite a $2 million ransom demand. The company is investigating the extent of the breach.
The Pokemon Company Announces Pokemon TCG AI Battle Challenge, Fully Exploring Controversial Technology
The Pokemon Company has announced the Pokemon TCG AI Battle Challenge, a competition where players train AI bots to compete in the Pokemon Trading Card Game for cash prizes. Organized in partnership with HEROZ and the Matsuo Institute, with support from Google, NVIDIA, and Kaggle, the event aims to explore AI's strategic capabilities in complex card games. The competition has sparked controversy due to its public endorsement of AI technology, which contrasts with Nintendo's human-first approach, and concerns about using the event for AI training.
Nintendo issues statement about recent data breach
Nintendo has confirmed a data breach impacting internal employee survey data from a third-party service, TinyPulse. The company stated that no personal customer or financial data was accessed, and Nintendo's own systems remain secure. The compromised information is limited to a small subset of employees' data from several years ago.
Nintendo Switch update makes the eShop much more responsive
Nintendo has released an update for the Nintendo Switch that significantly improves the responsiveness and performance of the eShop. This update aims to provide a smoother user experience when navigating the digital storefront.
Poll: Will You Be Replaying Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Before The Remake Arrives?
The upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has sparked a discussion among Nintendo Life staff about whether to replay the original beforehand. While some see Zelda games as special events not to be replayed often, others consider them comfort games with high replayability. The exact nature of the remake remains unclear, with speculation ranging from a faithful 1:1 reworking to a more substantial overhaul.
Nearly a decade later, the original Switch finally has an eShop that isn't painfully slow, thanks to a new system update
Nintendo has released a system update for the original Nintendo Switch that significantly improves the performance and user experience of its eShop. The update introduces a new local eShop app, similar to the one on the Switch 2, making navigation much faster and addressing long-standing complaints about sluggishness. It also adds PIN code options for store access and payment methods.
Bebolicious vinner PaperKlays-speedrun
Bebolicious has won the PaperKlay speedrun, completing the game's first world in 6 minutes and 11 seconds. The article also touches on other gaming news including a potential Witcher game, updates for Assassin's Creed Shadows, and rumors about Ninja Theory's future.
New TIGA Board reinforces commitment to championing the UK games industry
TIGA, the UK video games industry's trade association, has appointed new members to its Board of Directors, including Gemma Brown, Ben Gunstone, Dan Hett, Greg Howson, Marco A. Minoli, Stuart Muckley, Tim Repa-Davies, Sitara Shefta, and John Tearle. These appointments aim to strengthen TIGA's advocacy for games businesses across the country, focusing on growth, skills development, and policy initiatives. The new board members bring diverse expertise from various studios and specialisms within the UK games sector.
New Nintendo Switch update makes the eShop run better, only took 9 years
Nintendo has released a firmware update for the original Nintendo Switch that redesigns the eShop layout and improves its performance. This update, version 22.5.0, addresses long-standing complaints about the eShop's slowness by implementing a native app structure similar to the Switch 2, resulting in faster loading times.
Nintedo och Zelda-remaken vann tittarkampen under spelveckan
Nintendo's recent Nintendo Direct presentation garnered the most viewers during the early June gaming showcase week, attracting 3.8 million concurrent viewers. The trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake also became the most-watched trailer, accumulating 115 million views on YouTube by June 11th.
New Switch 1 Update Finally, At Long Last, Resolves One Of Its Most-Annoying Issues
A new system update for the original Nintendo Switch, version 22.5.0, has significantly improved the performance of the eShop. The update redesigns the eShop's layout, adds support for dark mode, and enhances general system stability, resolving long-standing issues with input lag and slow loading times.
PlayStation’s “Mascot” Dilemma
Sony has long struggled to establish a distinct mascot for its PlayStation platform, unlike Nintendo's Mario or Sega's iconic characters. This article discusses the ongoing challenge Sony faces in identifying a character that resonates with gamers and represents the brand.
Rejoice! The Original Switch eShop Isn't Awful Anymore
Nintendo has updated the Nintendo Switch eShop, redesigning it to be a dedicated app rather than browser-based, significantly improving its speed and performance. The update also introduces a darker theme option, aligning it with the Switch 2's interface, though concerns remain about the prevalence of low-quality, AI-generated titles on the storefront.
Japan’s best-selling games of May 2026 – strong second month for Tomodachi Life, Yoshi debuts
Famitsu reports that Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was Japan's best-selling game in May 2026, selling over 500,000 copies. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuted in third place with over 50,000 units sold. Nintendo led as the top publisher, and the Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant sales boost to 700,000 units.
Super Mario Bros 1, 2 and 3 Free Roam Tracks added to Mario Kart World on Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added the Free Roam Tracks from Super Mario Bros. 1, 2, and 3 to the Mario Kart World soundtrack within the free Nintendo Music app. The app is available on iOS and Android devices and features soundtracks from various Nintendo titles.
Nintendo’s replaced the eShop on original Switch leading to better performance
Nintendo has released a new native eShop application for the original Nintendo Switch, replacing the previous web-based version. This update addresses performance issues, particularly lag experienced during navigation, leading to a smoother user experience.
Research suggests exercise games like Ring Fit Adventure could treat early stages of depression
New research suggests that exergames like Nintendo's Ring Fit Adventure could be effective tools for treating early stages of depression. A study found that participants playing the game showed significant reductions in depressive symptoms, anxiety, and improvements in sleep quality compared to a control group. This builds on previous research into video games for mental health, such as the FDA-approved EndeavorRx for ADHD.
Evening Reading - June 15, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming topics, including discussions on Destiny 2 and the potential for Destiny 3, new indie game previews like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Grave Seasons, and a look back at cut content from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The article also highlights Shacknews's commitment to original content and its merchandise.
