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Pikmin added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added music from the classic GameCube title Pikmin to its Nintendo Music app, which is available for iOS and Android devices. The update includes 33 tracks and is available to Nintendo Switch Online members. This expansion continues Nintendo's strategy of adding game soundtracks to the service.
The Original Pikmin Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music
The original Pikmin soundtrack, composed by Hajime Wakai, has been added to the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. The album features 33 tracks with a runtime of one hour. The original Pikmin game is also available on Nintendo Switch.
Donkey Kong 64 beat Pokemon mania to become the best-selling game of 1999 in the US
Donkey Kong 64 was the best-selling video game in the US for 1999, surpassing even the immense popularity of Pokemon Red and Blue. Despite launching in late November, the Nintendo 64 title achieved this feat by selling over 2.3 million units in the US. The article also lists other notable games from 1999 that Donkey Kong 64 outsold.
Pictonico launch trailer – Nintendo’s newest game for mobile
Nintendo has released Pictonico, a new mobile game where players use their own photos to participate in various minigames. The game is available now on iOS and Android, with additional content volumes available for purchase.
Nintendo goes live with indie sale for Switch 2 and Switch – Hollow Knight: Silksong and more
Nintendo has launched a new indie game sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The sale includes popular titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, No Man's Sky, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, and Slay the Spire, with various discounts available. Specific end dates for the sale vary per title.
Switch spring 2026 sale includes Silksong and more favorites
Nintendo is holding an Indie Sale offering discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable games on sale include Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight, UFO 50, Untitled Goose Game, Cuphead, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Balatro, Slay the Spire, and No Man's Sky. The sale runs until June 7.
Nintendo Download – May 28, 2026 (North America) – Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Mina the Hollower, more
The North American Nintendo Download report for the week of May 28, 2026, highlights new releases on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Mina the Hollower, and Lollipop Chainsaw Repop, alongside numerous other indie and digital-only games.
"Right now, we support crossplay between Switch 2 and the rest of the platforms": Modern Warfare 4 ends the…
Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing the title alongside Digital Legends. The game will feature crossplay support between the Switch 2 and other platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This marks the return of Call of Duty to Nintendo hardware after a decade, facilitated by a 10-year agreement ensuring content parity following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
The Equality of Entertainment Born from Soup, a Plate, and Coins - Part 1
This article argues that video games embody a form of democracy, offering equal experiences regardless of player background, symbolized by the insertion of a single coin. It contrasts this ideal with modern trends like subscription models and hardware spec races, emphasizing Nintendo's historical commitment to providing a consistent and fair gameplay experience across its platforms, from the Famicom to the Nintendo Switch.
The 100-Yen Democracy
This article argues that the core value of video games lies in their inherent democracy and equality, symbolized by the '100-yen coin' philosophy. It critiques modern industry trends like free-to-play and subscriptions for potentially undermining this principle, contrasting them with Nintendo's consistent focus on accessible and equitable gaming experiences across platforms like the Famicom and Nintendo Switch 2.
If You Hate Yourself, You Can Soon Play This N64 Game On Switch And Switch 2
Donkey Kong 64 is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch Online service's Nintendo 64 app on June 4. The game, originally released for the Nintendo 64, features Donkey Kong and his companions on an adventure to stop King K. Rool. Despite its initial praise for 3D platforming, the game has since been criticized for tedious tasks and difficult minigames.
Japan: Splatoon Raiders is getting official Switch 2 accessories
A Japanese retailer briefly listed official Nintendo-licensed accessories for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, Splatoon Raiders. The game, a single-player spin-off of the main Splatoon franchise, was fully unveiled last week and is expected to feature extensive customization options.
Bitsummit 2026 showed Japanese indies pursuing a new multimedia model, backed by major entertainment firms | Opinion
Major Japanese entertainment companies like TOEI, Shueisha, and Aniplex are increasingly investing in independent games to cultivate new intellectual property for multimedia expansion. Events like Bitsummit showcase this shift, where indie developers are supported by established firms seeking global IP potential beyond traditional media. This strategy aims to leverage Japan's cultural soft power and create revenue streams across games, anime, merchandise, and more.
25 '90s Games That Hold Up Perfectly Today (And Where to Play Them) | TAG
This article identifies 25 video games from the 1990s that remain enjoyable for modern players, distinguishing between titles that hold up with no caveats and those that require specific versions or adjustments. It highlights how 2D pixel art generally ages better than early 3D graphics and provides information on where each game can be legally played today.
Donkey Kong 64 is finally coming to Nintendo Switch Online next week
Donkey Kong 64, a highly requested Nintendo 64 title, is set to be released on Nintendo Switch Online next week. This addition marks a significant moment for fans who have long awaited its inclusion in the service's library.
Donkey Kong 64 finally arrives on Nintendo Switch Online next month
Donkey Kong 64 will be available on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack starting June 4th. This classic Nintendo 64 title joins other N64 games on the service, allowing players to control five different Kong characters. The game features both solo play and four-player split-screen competitive modes.
Poll: Pictonico Is Out Now, What Are Your First Impressions?
Nintendo has released its new mobile app, Pictonico!, on iOS and Android. The game features surreal minigames where players use their photos, with a free demo offering three challenges and additional content available via paid 'Volume Packs'.
Nintendo’s new mobile title Pictonico! is now available
Nintendo's new mobile title, Pictonico!, is now available on iOS and Android. The game transforms users' digital photo libraries into various mini-games. Players can try a demo or purchase additional mini-game volumes, with Volume 1 costing $8 for 50 games and Volume 2 costing $6 for 30 games.
Steam Deck gets an insane price hike that makes Sony’s PS5 raise look generous
Valve's Steam Deck is experiencing a significant price increase of around 40% globally, attributed to rising memory and storage costs and global logistical challenges. This price hike is criticized as excessive given Valve's reported profits, especially when compared to the more apologetic price adjustments from companies like Nintendo and Sony.
Donkey Kong 64 drops onto Nintendo Switch Online
Donkey Kong 64 has been added to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, making the N64 collectathon platformer available on the Nintendo Switch. The game originally required the N64 Expansion Pak accessory due to its advanced features for the time. This release joins other classic N64 titles already available on the service.
