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Yoshi, Batman och Zero Parades låsta – tätt i FZHS-toppen!
The tenth season of FZ High Score is nearing its end, with scores for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Zero Parades: For Dead Spies now locked. The article also provides an update on the current top 10 rankings and encourages users to participate in the upcoming season.
Pokémon game sales cross 515m units as The Pokémon Company looks to Winds and Waves next year, and TCG production is ramping up too
The Pokémon Company has announced that total shipments of all Pokémon-related software have surpassed 515 million units. Additionally, the Pokémon Trading Card Game has printed over 85 billion cards. The upcoming titles, Pokémon Winds and Waves, are slated for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2027.
Evening Consolidation
Nintendo is reportedly planning a 20% production increase for its next-generation console, the Nintendo Switch 2. In separate news, Sony has delisted and shut down the PlayStation 5 multiplayer game Destruction AllStars.
A Pokemon Card Heist With A Chainsaw Ended Exactly How You’d Expect, Allegedly
A man in Florida, identified as Clayton Warren, has been arrested and charged with burglary and grand theft following a heist at a store where approximately $12,000 worth of Pokemon cards were stolen. Surveillance footage showed the suspect allegedly using a chainsaw to break into the establishment after failing to smash the window with a rock. This incident is part of a growing trend of high-value thefts targeting collectible stores.
Reggie Fils-Aimé says NES and SNES Classic consoles helped Nintendo survive the Wii U era
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé stated that the NES Classic Edition and Super Nintendo Entertainment System Classic Edition were crucial for generating revenue during the Wii U era. These miniature consoles helped Nintendo maintain financial stability and public interest while preparing for the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch.
Report: Latest Nintendo Switch 2 production estimates contrast hardware forecast
Nintendo reportedly plans to produce around 20 million Nintendo Switch 2 consoles in the current fiscal year, exceeding its own sales forecast by 20 percent. The company's president, Shuntaro Furukawa, cited rising component and oil prices as reasons for recent global price increases on the console.
My Nintendo Japan Switch 2 Sales Requirements Lifted
Nintendo has removed the 50-hour playtime requirement for purchasing a Nintendo Switch 2 from its My Nintendo Store in Japan. This change allows any user with a Nintendo account to purchase the console, regardless of their previous Switch playtime. The announcement comes amidst recent price increases for the console in Japan and upcoming global price adjustments.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Passes A Minecraft Movie At Box Office
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed A Minecraft Movie at the global box office, earning over $980 million to become the second highest-grossing video game movie of all time. The Super Mario Bros. Movie remains the top earner at $1.36 billion. Future installments for both franchises and a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie are planned.
Are Emulators Legal? Everything You Need to Know in 2026 | TAG
Emulators are legal in the US, a fact established by court cases like Sega v. Accolade and Sony Computer Entertainment v. Connectix. However, downloading ROMs of games you do not own is copyright infringement, and the legal landscape for current-generation consoles like the Nintendo Switch is complicated by DMCA Section 1201, which prohibits circumventing technological protection measures. Nintendo actively targets emulator developers and ROM distribution sites, not individual users of retro emulators.
Review: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book (Nintendo Switch 2)
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming new platformer for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a creative and relaxing experience. Players explore vibrant storybook worlds to discover and name unique creatures, with a lighthearted subplot involving Bowser Jr. and Kamek. Despite a lack of co-op and some minor amiibo limitations, the game's visual style and inventive gameplay make it a delightful adventure.
Ball x Pit is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
Nintendo is offering Ball x Pit as the next free game trial for Nintendo Switch Online members in Europe. The trial is available now until June 1, and players can also purchase the game at a 30 percent discount until June 8, 2026. Ball x Pit is a fast-paced fantasy roguelite where players collect balls to delve deeper into a pit filled with monsters, recruit heroes, and rebuild a city.
I still can't stand the official Switch 2 Joy-Con grip one year later, but it's not a big deal thanks to this…
The official Nintendo Switch Joy-Con grip is criticized for its uncomfortable, rigid design and glossy texture, making it a poor accessory. Alternative grips, such as the JSAUX Ergonomic Switch 2 Charging Grip, offer better comfort, an angled design, and charging capabilities for a more satisfying user experience.
PSA: You Can Pre-Order Star Fox Physically For Less Than The Digital Version (UK)
Retailer Currys in the UK is offering a 10% discount on pre-orders for the upcoming Nintendo Switch remake of Star Fox, making the physical version cheaper than the digital one. Similar discounts are also available for Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders, with free delivery included.
Nintendo reportedly planning 20% production increase for Switch 2
Nintendo is reportedly planning a 20% increase in production for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console, aiming for 20 million units. This adjustment comes despite an earlier forecast of 16.5 million units for the next fiscal year. Analysts suggest Nintendo's strategy of initially lowballing numbers and then exceeding them is a common practice.
UK Charts: Yoshi Flutter Jumps Onto The Podium As The Dark Knight Rises
The latest UK physical game charts see LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight take the top spot, with Forza Horizon 6 in second and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuting in third. This shake-up caused previous chart-toppers like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to fall significantly.
Tetris 99's Latest Crossover Event Celebrates Yoshi's New Game, Unlock A Special Theme
Tetris 99 is hosting its 54th in-game event, a crossover celebrating the release of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch. The event runs from May 29th to June 1st, and players can unlock a special Yoshi-themed cosmetic set by earning 100 event points. Participation requires an active Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Tetris 99's Latest Crossover Event Celebrates Yoshi's New Game, Unlock A New Theme
Nintendo is hosting a crossover event in Tetris 99 to celebrate the release of Yoshi's Mysterious Book on the Nintendo Switch. The event runs from May 29th to June 1st, 2026, and players can unlock a special Yoshi-themed art and music theme by earning 100 event points. Participation requires a Nintendo Account and an active Switch Online membership.
Tetris 99 announces 54th Maximus Cup with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book theme
Nintendo has announced the 54th Maximus Cup for Tetris 99, featuring a new theme based on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Players can earn event points to unlock special art, music, and Tetrimino designs. The event requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership and runs from May 29 to June 1.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 23, 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book makes first appearance
The UK software sales chart for the week ending May 23, 2026, shows LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and Forza Horizon 6 debuting at first and second place, respectively. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book entered the charts at third place, with other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining in the top ten.
Opinion: Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Completely Wastes Its Best Mechanic
This opinion piece argues that Yoshi and the Mysterious Book squanders its most innovative mechanic, the Bewilder Bird, which allows instant transformation into any previously discovered creature. While this ability briefly elevates the gameplay in World 6, offering a glimpse of true creative freedom, the game quickly reverts to its repetitive structure, failing to capitalize on its potential for experimentation. The author suggests that a DLC expansion focusing on the Bewilder Bird could have made the game a standout title.
