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Nintendo Games Don't Get Discounted as They Launch at a Fair Price and Are 'The Best,' Reggie Fils-Aimé Says
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé stated that Nintendo games are never discounted because they are considered 'the best' and comparable to fine 'Kyoto craftsmanship,' which justifies their 'fair price.' He believes this approach ensures the value proposition for consumers.
Pokemon Pokopia Switch 2 Bundle Heads to Australia
Nintendo announced a new hardware bundle for the Nintendo Switch in Australia and New Zealand, featuring the game Pokemon Pokopia. The bundle, priced at AUD $769.95, will be available starting June 5, 2026, and includes a standard Nintendo Switch console with a digital download code for the game. This follows a similar bundle for Mario Kart World.
A New Nintendo 64 Cartridge in 2026? Donut Dodo Kickstarter Celebrates 30 Years of N64
A new retro-inspired arcade platformer titled Donut Dodo is being released as a physical cartridge for the original Nintendo 64, celebrating the console's 30th anniversary. The Kickstarter campaign for the game, which was originally released on PC and consoles, reached its funding goal within 24 hours. The campaign is currently focused on unlocking stretch goals for the physical release.
Shigeru Miyamoto felt Zelda 2 "was sort of a failure", and Nintendo actually considered A Link to the Past as the "real" Zelda sequel
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has admitted that he felt Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link was a failure, despite it being his idea. He revealed that Nintendo internally considered The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past to be the true sequel to the original game, viewing Zelda 2 more as a side story.
Smash Bros. Ultimate set an impossible standard. So what comes next?
Following the immense success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, speculation is mounting about the direction of the next installment in the franchise, with rumors suggesting a potential 2027 release. While the game's massive roster set an unprecedented standard, discussions suggest future titles might need to focus on innovative gameplay mechanics and refined character designs rather than simply expanding the roster further.
Nintendo doesn't discount games because its "mentality" is always shipping "the best" says former NOA president Reggie Fils-Aimé
Former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé explained Nintendo's philosophy of not discounting games, attributing it to a company-wide mentality of shipping complete, high-quality products. He contrasted this with the industry trend of releasing incomplete games that are later updated. While Fils-Aimé left Nintendo in 2019, the article notes that some recent Nintendo titles have adopted a 'ship later' approach with post-launch content updates.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defends The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's fast pacing
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto defended the fast pacing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, comparing its structure to his own game development philosophy of creating self-contained, enjoyable units. He believes Illumination's method of swapping and rearranging these units results in a dense and engaging experience, particularly for younger audiences.
Modders have turned the GameCube into a keychain console using Wii parts that's smaller than Ninty's…
A DIY project has successfully miniaturized a Nintendo GameCube using Wii parts, creating a console smaller than its original discs. This "Nintendo Kawaii" mod, developed by Macho Nacho Productions, results in a pocket-sized device that can run GameCube games via RVLoader from a microSD card. While it requires custom components and has limitations like a 20-minute thermal shutdown, it represents an ambitious fusion of retro hardware.
Japan: Super Mario Galaxy Movie wasn’t localised from English to Japanese, but rebuilt
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that the Super Mario Galaxy Movie was not simply localized from English to Japanese but was rebuilt for the Japanese market. The team aimed to create entertaining Japanese dialogue, with Makoto Ueda handling the script to ensure natural conversations and humor.
Retro Lego Sega Genesis console is real, costs just $40, and has more pieces for less money than the Lego Game Boy
Lego has announced a new retro Sega Genesis console building set for $40, featuring 479 pieces and two controllers. The set includes interchangeable nameplates for 'Sega Genesis' and 'Mega Drive' and a removable Sonic the Hedgehog game cartridge. This release offers more pieces and a lower price point than the previously released Lego Game Boy.
Donkey Kong Bananza's Latest DLC Event Kicks Off Next Week
Nintendo has announced that the next downloadable content event for Donkey Kong Bananza, titled 'Rattlin' Snake Bananza', will commence next week from May 12th to May 19th, 2026. This event will introduce two new in-game statues, Snake Bananza and Rattly the Rattesnake, and requires the 'DK Island & Emerald Rush' DLC.
Hitman Dev Talks GTA 6 Delay, First Light For Switch 2, And What's Up With Its Fantasy Game
IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak discussed the impact of Grand Theft Auto 6's delay on their upcoming game, 007 First Light, noting it provided more breathing room. The Switch 2 version of 007 First Light has been delayed to late summer, while the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC versions will release on May 27. Abrak also confirmed that IO Interactive's fantasy RPG, Project Fantasy, is still in healthy development and financed by an unnamed partner, believed to be Microsoft/Xbox.
Nintendo Announces Switch 2 Pokémon Pokopia Bundle
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have announced a new bundle for the life simulation game Pokémon Pokopia, which will include a Nintendo Switch 2 system and a download code for the game. The bundle is set to launch on June 5, 2026, exclusively in Australia and New Zealand, with pricing details yet to be revealed.
Pokemon Pokopia Nintendo Switch 2 bundle announced for Australia and New Zealand
Nintendo has announced a new Pokemon Pokopia bundle for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on June 5, 2026, in Australia and New Zealand. The bundle includes the console and a full game download, with no physical game card. This follows previous bundle offerings like Mario Kart World and Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Mach Rider, Excitebike 64 icons
Nintendo Switch Online is offering new icons for Mach Rider and Excitebike 64, available until June 1, 2026. Players must boot up the respective games to unlock these icons, which cost 10 Platinum Points each. Excitebike 64 icons require the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack tier.
Former Nintendo of America President Sheds Insight On Turbulent Relationship With Amazon
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé shared insights into Nintendo's past strained relationship with Amazon. He detailed an incident where Amazon requested an 'obscene amount of support' to offer prices lower than Walmart, which Fils-Aimé refused due to its illegality and potential damage to other retail partnerships. This experience shaped Nintendo's approach to business dealings and built mutual respect over time.
Zelda was Nintendo's answer to "traditional RPGs," Shigeru Miyamoto says: "We wanted the player to interact with the game world using the controller, and conquer dungeons"
Shigeru Miyamoto explained that The Legend of Zelda was developed concurrently with Super Mario Bros. and aimed to be Nintendo's answer to traditional RPGs, utilizing the Famicom Disk System's capabilities for features like name registration and progress saving. He also expressed initial concerns about players knowing how to progress in the original game, a design philosophy that later influenced Breath of the Wild's open-world exploration.
How a '90s Zelda PC port became a fangame factory, turning turned one legend into a thousand
The PC port of the classic NES game The Legend of Zelda has evolved into ZQuest Classic, an open-source engine that empowers fans to create their own Zelda-inspired fangames. Led by volunteers Emily Venezia and Connor Clark, the community has developed over a thousand custom 'quests,' ranging from Metroidvania-style adventures to NES-like experiences, demonstrating the enduring legacy and moddability of the original game.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the top
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
Miyamoto felt Zelda 2 “was sort of a failure”, Nintendo saw Link to the Past as Zelda’s real sequel
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of The Legend of Zelda, considered Zelda 2: The Adventure of Link a failure and a side story, viewing The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past as the true sequel. Despite its reception, the series continues with a live-action movie and ongoing development.
