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US: Nintendo Switch 2 was No.1 hardware in March 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the United States for March 2026, followed by the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. MLB: The Show 26 was the best-selling game of the month. Nintendo's digital sales figures were not included in the report.
Nintendo and Illumination almost gave Yoshi his own movie
Shigeru Miyamoto revealed that a standalone Yoshi movie set in New York City was considered during the production of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Ultimately, the idea was shelved in favor of the current film's storyline, though Yoshi eggs were included as a hint for future installments. Miyamoto also confirmed Yoshi's prominent role in the upcoming The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Could Be Switch 2’s Hidden Gem
This article speculates that Yoshi and the Mysterious Book could be a hidden gem for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, despite Nintendo's silence on new game announcements. The author highlights the Yoshi franchise's history of quality platforming and suggests that the Switch 2's rumored power boost could enhance the game's visual and gameplay potential. The piece argues that while major titles like Mario and Zelda will draw initial attention, Yoshi could provide lasting appeal and represent a creative risk for Nintendo's next-generation lineup.
MLB The Show 26 is North America’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
Nintendo announced that MLB The Show 26 will be available as a free Game Trial for Nintendo Switch Online members in North America from April 23 to April 29. During the trial, players can access the full game and retain their save data for the complete version. Additionally, the game is currently on sale on the Nintendo eShop with a 25 percent discount until April 29.
Round Up: The Previews Are In For Yoshi And The Mysterious Book
Previews for the upcoming Nintendo title Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, set to release on May 21, 2026, indicate a charming and gentle platformer with a unique visual style. Several outlets have highlighted its adorable scratchy fantasy book illustrations and potential for systemic gameplay, suggesting it could be an inviting entry point for new players on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo is being sued for tariff-related Switch 2 price hikes
Nintendo is facing a class action lawsuit from two US gamers over alleged price hikes for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its peripherals related to tariffs. The suit claims Nintendo would be unjustly enriched by recovering tariff payments twice, once from consumers and again from the government through refunds, violating consumer protection laws.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto is baffled by The Super Mario Galaxy Movie criticism
Nintendo director Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the negative critical reception of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, despite its significant box office success. While the film's audience score is high, critics have panned it, a sentiment Miyamoto finds baffling. He also stated that Princess Peach's new origin story from the movie will be incorporated into future games.
It Sounds Like Peach's Mario Galaxy Movie Backstory Will Be Canon In Future Games
Shigeru Miyamoto has stated that the backstory revealed for Princess Peach in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be considered canon for future Mario games. He expressed a desire to incorporate the movie's character settings into game development, despite previous hesitations about story constraints.
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Rumors suggest Tifa Lockhart from Final Fantasy VII may join Street Fighter 6, coinciding with Final Fantasy VII's anniversary and Street Fighter's Year 3 Character Pass conclusion. Nintendo announced Splatoon Raiders for the Switch 2 this summer, alongside a Deep Cut amiibo. The MMO Aion 2 is set for a global launch this year despite initial microtransaction concerns, and a sequel to the horror film Event Horizon is in development with Christian Ward writing.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Is Reportedly The Best Physical Launch Of 2026 In France
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has achieved the best physical game launch of 2026 in France, outperforming Resident Evil Requiem. The Nintendo Switch exclusive also saw strong physical sales in the UK, surpassing Pokémon Pokopia's launch figures.
Morning Legal Briefs
Gamers are suing Nintendo to recover money related to tariffs. Separately, Maryland has become the first state to pass a bill banning 'surveillance pricing' practices.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales beat Sony's PS5 thanks to Pokémon Pokopia
The Nintendo Switch 2 reclaimed the top spot in US console sales for March 2026, driven by the release of Pokémon Pokopia. This marks a significant turnaround after the PlayStation 5 outsold the Switch 2 in the preceding months. Despite earlier concerns about Western sales momentum, the Switch 2's year-to-date performance remains strong, with hardware spending seeing a substantial year-over-year increase.
Two U.S. Gamers Are Suing Nintendo Over Tariff Refunds
Two U.S. gamers have filed a class action lawsuit against Nintendo, alleging the company will be unjustly enriched by refunds from tariffs previously imposed by the U.S. government. The lawsuit claims Nintendo will recover the tariff payments twice, once from consumers through higher prices and again from the government. Nintendo had previously sued the U.S. government over these tariffs.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream beats out Resident Evil Requiem for best physical launch of 2026 in France
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has achieved the best physical launch of 2026 in France, surpassing the previous record held by Resident Evil Requiem. While exact sales figures are undisclosed, the game is expected to have sold over 70,000 copies. The article also touches on the varying popularity of physical versus digital sales across different game genres.
"It's Truly Baffling" - Shigeru Miyamoto Comments On The Mario Galaxy Movie's Critical Reception
Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise and confusion regarding the critical reception of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, noting that reviews were harsher than he anticipated. Despite the mixed critical response, the film has achieved significant box office success, surpassing $2 billion globally. Nintendo is now preparing to market its upcoming Legend of Zelda movie.
Nintendo is being sued by customers seeking tariff refunds
Nintendo of America is facing a proposed class action lawsuit filed by two customers who allege the company benefited from unlawful U.S. government tariffs. The plaintiffs claim Nintendo passed tariff costs onto consumers through price hikes and is now seeking refunds from the government for those same tariffs, potentially allowing them to collect the amount twice.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
The PlayStation Store is currently hosting its Big Games Big Deals sale, featuring thousands of discounted PS5 and PS4 titles until May 6, 2026. The article highlights a curated selection of recommended games, many of which are at their lowest-ever prices.
Mario Galaxy Movie Backstory Now Video Game Canon, Miyamoto Suggests
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has indicated that Princess Peach's backstory, as presented in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, will be incorporated into future game narratives. This suggests a merging of cinematic and interactive storytelling within the Mario universe.
Miyamoto: Mario games will continue to explore Peach and Rosalina’s relationship
Shigeru Miyamoto stated in an interview with Nintendo Dream that future Mario games will explore the relationship between Princess Peach and Rosalina, a concept revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. He emphasized that while he wants to expand on character backstories, he also wants to avoid being overly constrained by narrative choices in game development.
Gamers file class action lawsuit against Nintendo over U.S. tariff refunds
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Nintendo by consumers who claim the company unjustly benefited from tariff refunds. The lawsuit alleges that Nintendo increased prices due to tariffs and is now seeking to recover those same payments twice, once from consumers and again from the government. This action follows Nintendo's own lawsuit against the U.S. government regarding the tariffs.
