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Nintendo policy reportedly prevents Switch 2 game-key card to be reprinted as full cartridge version
A retailer named VGP claims Nintendo has a policy preventing game-key card titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 from being re-released as full cartridge versions. Game-key cards require a full download from the internet to play, unlike traditional cartridges. VGP intends to continue pushing Nintendo for changes.
Nintendo is hosting a new Indie World showcase tomorrow, featuring games for Switch and Switch 2, and it'll be 15 minutes long
Nintendo announced a new Indie World Showcase will take place tomorrow, October 28th, at 7 AM PT. The 15-minute presentation will feature games coming to both the original Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This follows a similar showcase in March that highlighted titles like Mixtape and Toem 2.
Nintendo announces October 2026 Indie World Showcase
Nintendo announced an Indie World Showcase will take place on October 28, featuring new indie games for the Nintendo Switch. The presentation is expected to be around 15 minutes long and will highlight upcoming titles for the platform.
"We recommend looking for alternatives" - The Anbernic RG DDS just lost official support from the best 3DS emulator, and it's thanks to "unofficial piracy-focused forks"
The Azahar Emulator team has officially withdrawn support for Anbernic's RG DDS handheld due to the manufacturer's promotion of unofficial, piracy-focused forks of the emulator. This decision, driven by concerns over potential legal repercussions and association with piracy, means Anbernic devices will no longer receive official bug fixes or support, with the developer recommending alternatives like the Retroid Pocket Duo.
Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
Nintendo is offering Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted as a free game trial for European Nintendo Switch Online subscribers from October 28 to November 3. The remastered HD version of the classic tower defense game includes new levels, local co-op, and a new hardcore mode.
Ocarina of Time Remake: Why the Wait Is Unbearable — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The article argues for a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, highlighting its groundbreaking innovations in 3D gaming and enduring themes. While acknowledging the Nintendo 3DS version, it suggests the original's age necessitates a modern update to address control issues, framerate, and potential cut content, while preserving its core charm for new and returning players.
Nintendo Guide to Help Parents Understand Gamer Family
Nintendo UK has launched a free resource called the Parent's Guide to Gaming with Confidence to help parents understand video games, online safety, age ratings, playtime, and parental controls. The initiative was developed in response to a survey indicating that many parents feel uninformed about their children's gaming habits. The guide aims to provide practical information while also highlighting the positive aspects of gaming, such as creativity and social interaction.
Halloween special epsiode! Pure Nintendo Podcast E186
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 186 covers spooky season games like Resident Evil and Layers of Fear, alongside news about potential Switch 2 versions of Hitman and Tomb Raider, and new Game Boy titles for Switch Online. The hosts also discuss Arizona Sunshine, Final Fantasy Resonance, Ratatan, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and Steins; Gate: Reboot.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Disco Elysium, Tomb Raider 1-3 and 4-6 Remastered, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring new sales, including historic low prices for titles such as Disco Elysium and the Tomb Raider 1-3 and 4-6 Remastered collections. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted games available on the platform.
Nintendo Indie World Showcase Announced for October 28th
Nintendo has announced an Indie World Showcase for October 28th, featuring approximately 15 minutes of content on upcoming indie titles for the Nintendo Switch. The showcase will provide updates on previously announced games and potentially debut new titles.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave has been datamined, new details
A new datamine for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave has revealed details about upcoming DLC, including themed obelisks for DLC lords and references to their Part 2 content. The findings also include unused character roster data and UI elements for completing the game on Maddening Mode.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto says the most interesting thing about Super Mario Bros. is that you don't actually…
Shigeru Miyamoto shared his perspective on the original Super Mario Bros., highlighting that Mario's initial encounters with Bowser were not direct fights but rather environmental challenges. He also commented on AI in game development, seeing it as an opportunity for reflection on core principles.
UK software sales chart for the week ending October 24, 2026 – Call of Duty, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Final Fantasy Resonance in the top 5
The UK software sales chart for the week ending October 24, 2026, shows Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 in the top position, with the majority of sales on PlayStation 5. Nintendo Switch Sports Resort debuted at number two, and Final Fantasy Resonance entered at number four.
Nintendo eShop Finally Coming to the Philippines on November 10, 2026
Nintendo announced that its eShop and Nintendo Switch Online services will launch in the Philippines on November 10, 2026, for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. This official launch will allow Filipino players to purchase digital games and access online features directly, ending the need for foreign eShop accounts. Pricing and regional cost comparisons remain to be seen.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake – 15 Details Worth Knowing
This article provides 15 details about the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2. It highlights modernized visuals, a guided semi-open path, and the self-contained story that makes it accessible to newcomers. Key gameplay elements like dungeons, environmental puzzles, the ocarina's musical mechanics, and the passage of time are discussed, along with new features such as microphone input for melodies and support for Zelda Notes.
Nintendo reveals why you don’t actually fight Bowser in Super Mario Bros. 1
Shigeru Miyamoto shared insights into the original Super Mario Bros., explaining that the team struggled to create a direct battle with Bowser due to early hardware limitations. The iconic "jump over Bowser" mechanic was conceived as a way to progress to the right of the screen, a design choice that proved surprisingly fun and became a core element of the game.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – October 25, 2026 – 3DS downtime returns, more for Switch 2 and Switch
Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of October 25, 2026. Downtime is scheduled for Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch across various network services, including user data transfer and cloud saves for Nintendo Switch Online.
Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch releases for October 29, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 for the week of October 29, 2026. The list includes various new digital and retail titles such as Anomalith, Hello Kitty Party Land, and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity needs a proper upgrade path on Nintendo Switch 2
The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 release of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, titled Definitive Edition, is criticized for its $30 price point and lack of a traditional upgrade path from the original Nintendo Switch version. Despite save data compatibility, the decision by Koei Tecmo to make it a separate purchase is seen as a cash-grab, especially considering the game's age and existing DLC.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – October 25, 2026 – Nintendo Switch Sports Resort holds off Call of Duty
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of October 25, 2026, show Nintendo Switch Sports Resort retaining the top position, followed closely by Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. New entries like Final Fantasy Resonance and Warrior Cats also made significant appearances in the top rankings.
