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Miyamoto felt negative Super Mario Movie reviews were "understandable" but doesn't agree with the Galaxy…
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto found the initial negative critical reception to The Super Mario Bros. Movie understandable but disagreed with the harshness of the reviews. Despite a lukewarm critical score of 43% on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is performing well at the box office and is expected to reach $1 billion.
Shigeru Miyamoto wants Peach's backstory in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to remain canon in future Nintendo games
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Mario, expressed his desire for the backstory established in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, specifically the familial relationship between Princess Peach and Rosalina, to be considered canon in future Nintendo games. He stated that while he doesn't want to be overly constrained by story settings, he finds it enjoyable to expand on characters and hopes future game development will adhere to the movie's established lore.
Mar 2026 USA Sales: Pokémon-Powered Switch 2 Finally Beats 5-Year-Old PS5
In March 2026, the Nintendo Switch surpassed the PlayStation 5 in US sales, marking a shift after the latter's five-year dominance. Despite a year-over-year increase, the PlayStation 5 saw its sales dip before a price increase on April 2nd. Sony-published titles MLB The Show 26 and Marathon performed exceptionally well, topping software charts and contributing to a 12% overall industry spend increase.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is reportedly taking France by storm, beating out Resident Evil; Requiem in launch physical sales
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has reportedly surpassed Resident Evil: Requiem in physical game sales in France. While exact figures are not yet public, journalist Oscar Lemaire indicated that the Nintendo title's launch sales were stronger than Capcom's horror game. The article notes that these figures only account for physical copies and do not reflect digital sales, which are increasingly dominant in the market.
Dead by Daylight studio Behaviour Interactive confirms layoffs
Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, has confirmed layoffs due to a decline in demand for mobile and casual external development projects. The company cited the conclusion of remaining engagements and a lack of comparable future opportunities as reasons for parting ways with some employees. This news follows Behaviour's recent acquisition of The Fun Pimps and the closure of its Midwinter Entertainment subsidiary.
Miyamoto responds to critics who left negative reviews for Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto has responded to negative critical reviews for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, expressing surprise at the harsh reception despite efforts to contribute to the film industry. He acknowledged some validity in the critics' points but found the increased negativity compared to previous films baffling.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book gets first gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2
New gameplay footage for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book has been released, showcasing 15 minutes of gameplay ahead of its launch on Nintendo Switch 2 next month. The game features Yoshi exploring an island and learning about creatures from a talking encyclopedia named Mr. E, utilizing Yoshi's abilities to interact with the environment and discover new secrets.
IGN uploads 15 minutes of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book gameplay
IGN has released 15 minutes of gameplay footage for the upcoming title Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. The game appears to be a 2D platformer with a focus on learning about wildlife and discovering secrets, featuring no damage or death mechanics for Yoshi. Previous videos for Yoshi's Crafted World and an unboxing of the Yoshi's New Island Nintendo 3DS XL were also mentioned.
Princess Peach's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Lineage Is Canon, Says Miyamoto
Shigeru Miyamoto has confirmed that Princess Peach's family origins, as revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, are now considered canon within the Super Mario game franchise. While Miyamoto finds the movie's poor critical reception baffling, he intends to adhere to the established movie lore in future game development, with the caveat that too much pre-defined story could limit creative freedom.
Best-selling games of March 2026 in the U.S. on Nintendo platforms
Pokemon Pokopia topped the March 2026 sales charts for Nintendo platforms in the U.S., according to new data from Circana. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also debuted strongly at number seven, while Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 saw a significant rise in sales. The list primarily reflects physical sales for Nintendo-published titles.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for March 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia lands in the top 5
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for March 2026, with MLB The Show 26 leading the list. Pokemon Pokopia debuted at number 5, despite Nintendo not reporting digital sales for the game-key card title. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also made its debut on the chart at number 7.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Preview – Discovery with Mr. E
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is a new explorative platformer where players help Yoshi investigate the contents of a magical book. The game features a distinctive pencil-drawn art style and focuses on discovery and experimentation rather than traditional platforming challenges. It is set to launch next month for the Nintendo Switch, offering a more relaxed experience compared to previous Yoshi titles.
Preview: 'Yoshi And The Mysterious Book' Is More Than Just A Pretty Face
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a surprising depth beyond its charming visuals and accessible platforming. Players explore levels by observing and interacting with various creatures, uncovering their unique abilities to solve puzzles and discover secrets. The game encourages replayability by having creatures and their interactions change between levels, appealing to both children and long-time fans.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book preview: A choose-your-own-adventure even adults can love
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a fresh take on the platformer genre, blending familiar Yoshi mechanics with new interactive elements and a choose-your-own-adventure structure. The game features a distinct hand-drawn, stop-motion art style and encourages exploration over linear progression, making it accessible for all ages. It is set to release on Nintendo Switch on May 21.
Yoshi And The Mysterious Book hands-on preview - a Nintendo animal documentary
Yoshi And The Mysterious Book for Nintendo Switch offers a unique platforming experience focused on experimentation and discovery within a magical encyclopedia. Players interact with various creatures to uncover their behaviors and solve puzzles, with a distinct stop-motion art style enhancing the game's charm. Despite its cute aesthetic, the game presents challenging puzzles that may surprise players expecting a simple experience.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book finds a brand-new identity for Nintendo's sidelined platformer mascot
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, releasing May 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, aims to give the beloved platformer mascot a distinct identity. The game shifts focus from traditional platforming to exploration and discovery within the pages of a book, encouraging players to experiment with Yoshi's abilities to uncover the properties of various creatures. This approach, reminiscent of Nintendo's experimental design philosophy, seeks to offer a fresh experience for both new and returning players.
Miyamoto wants to adhere to Peach’s backstory in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie in future games
Shigeru Miyamoto stated that Nintendo intends to incorporate Princess Peach's expanded backstory from The Super Mario Bros. Movie into future games. While acknowledging that too many established character settings can constrain game development, Miyamoto expressed enjoyment in exploring Peach's character through the movie and wishes to adhere to these new narrative elements going forward.
Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto responds to negative reviews of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise at the harsh critical reception of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, noting that while the first film's reviews were understandable, the sequel's were even more severe. Despite negative reviews, the film has achieved significant box office success, grossing approximately $750 million globally before its Japanese release.
Ubisoft Axes Animal Crossing-Style Game Alterra
Ubisoft has cancelled its upcoming life-simulation game Alterra, which was inspired by Animal Crossing. The cancellation, reported by Insider Gaming, comes amid a period of financial difficulties and project cutbacks for Ubisoft. The article suggests that Ubisoft's corporate approach was ill-suited for the charm and authenticity required by the life-sim genre, and that the genre is better served by developers with a clearer vision and passion.
Talking Point: Star Fox Zero Is 10 Years Old - Have You Actually Played It?
This article discusses the 10th anniversary of Star Fox Zero's release on the Wii U, reflecting on its unique control scheme and disappointing sales. It considers the possibility of a Nintendo Switch re-release, drawing parallels to other Wii U titles that have found new life on the current console. The author questions whether Star Fox Zero is an underrated gem deserving of a second chance or if its time has passed.
