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UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026 – Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered shoots to the top for Nintendo Switch 2 launch
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending August 15, 2026, driven by its launch on the Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo titles Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, and Mario Kart World also performed strongly, holding the second, third, and fourth positions respectively.
If you need a break from Pokopia, Woot's Summer of Gaming Switch game deals could hold your next big obsession
Woot's Summer of Gaming Sale offers discounts on various Nintendo Switch titles, including refurbished copies of Pokemon Legends Z-A and new editions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild. The sale, which includes deals on Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario and Luigi: Brothership, ends on August 24. An additional 20% off coupon code 'GAMER20' is available for many Nintendo games.
Why Are Video Game Consoles So Expensive These Days (And Games Historically Cheap)?
Video game consoles and games are becoming increasingly expensive due to a confluence of factors including tariffs, AI-driven demand for components, and a structural shift in the console business model. Experts predict hardware costs will remain high for several more years, potentially impacting future console generations like the PlayStation 6 and Project Helix.
Six Nintendo 64 Classics That Are Still Flawless — No Notes Needed
This article highlights six enduring Nintendo 64 titles that remain flawless nearly three decades after the console's release. Games like Super Mario 64, Star Fox 64, Banjo-Kazooie, GoldenEye 007, Paper Mario, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time are praised for their timeless design and gameplay.
Pokemon Pokopia has topped 5 million sales worldwide
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over 5 million in worldwide sales across both digital and physical editions. The life simulator, launched on March 5, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2, has become a top-selling title for the console, with approximately one in five system owners purchasing the game.
Games Inbox: Should Call Of Duty become free-to-play?
This collection of reader letters discusses various gaming topics, including the potential for Call of Duty to go free-to-play, skepticism about the Kingdom Hearts series, hopes for a FIFA rival from 2K, and the surprising success of Pokémon Pokopia. Other topics include the perceived 'Marvel curse' in games, the changing landscape of game reveals, and recommendations for PlayStation 5 accessories.
Nintendo pre-order updates – August 16, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game pre-order updates for the week of August 16, 2026, across various regions including the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2, covering a wide range of titles and their respective release dates and retailers.
One of Zelda: A Link to the Past's most radical ideas couldn't be realized until Link's Awakening because Shigeru Miyamoto didn't want to see Link without his sword
Shigeru Miyamoto requested that a radical idea for freely combining weapons and freely choosing which weapons to hold be cut from The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. Director Takashi Tezuka revealed that this system was later implemented in The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for the Game Boy, allowing players to swap items, including the sword.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – August 16, 2026 – Switch Online downtime happening this week
Nintendo has announced its maintenance schedule for the week of August 16, 2026, which includes planned downtime for Nintendo Switch Online services. Two maintenance sessions are scheduled, affecting online play and save data transfer/cloud storage, concluding by Tuesday/Wednesday of that week.
Super Metroid director says he’s still haunted by nap room that “smelled like a zoo”
Super Metroid director Yoshio Sakamoto reflected on the challenging development conditions for the 1994 Super NES classic. He recalled the team working long hours and sleeping at the office, with one particular nap room described as smelling like a zoo.
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for August 20, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the week of August 20, 2026, featuring several new titles for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. Notable releases include Steins;Gate Reboot for both platforms, alongside a variety of digital download titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – August 16, 2026 – The Elder Scrolls 4 dethrones Splatoon Raiders
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of August 16, 2026, show The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered taking the top spot, dethroning Splatoon Raiders. New releases Madden NFL 27 and The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition also performed well, landing at second and fifth place respectively.
How to make the perfect video game according to Google AI - Reader's Feature
A reader explores the concept of the 'perfect video game' by asking Google's AI for its criteria, which include good controls, clear rules, no wasted time, and good style. The AI's top picks were Super Mario World, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and Elden Ring, prompting a discussion on how games like Grand Theft Auto 5 and Assassin's Creed succeed and fail in meeting these standards.
“Predicting” Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s release date using amiibo
This article speculates on the potential release date and announcement methods for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo Switch 2. It suggests that amiibo releases can be a predictor of game launch dates and discusses the possibility of new Zelda-themed hardware launching alongside the game.
Nintendo has not “lost its soul” – here’s why
This article argues that Nintendo has not lost its soul, despite concerns arising from remakes and industry trends. While acknowledging the increasing cost of gaming and the shift towards digital, it highlights Nintendo's continued focus on charm, personality, and satisfying gameplay in titles like Mario Kart World and Pokemon Pokopia. The piece also touches on Nintendo's strategic decisions regarding hardware and non-game features, concluding that while some aspects may be missed, the core spirit remains intact.
RE-MENT Sets November 2026 for Animal Crossing: Happy Room 2 Blind Box Figures
RE-MENT has announced the "Animal Crossing: Happy Room 2" blind box figures, scheduled for release in November 2026. Each box costs 1650 JPY and contains one of six possible designs, continuing the collectible merchandise trend for Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
Nintendo's stinking "nap room" for overworked devs haunted legendary Super Metroid director for years: "It’s quite sad only having these kinds of memories!"
Former Nintendo director Yoshio Sakamoto reflects on the intense development conditions for Super Metroid, including a lack of sleep and a poorly maintained nap room at the company's old headquarters. Despite the hardships, the game became a classic, earning praise even from Gunpei Yokoi, who initially questioned the team's extreme dedication. Sakamoto now finds the memories of crunch bittersweet, acknowledging the negative aspects in light of modern discussions about developer well-being.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 15, 2026 – Tomodachi Life still winning, The Lord of the Rings debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 15, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining in the top spot. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition debuted at number 16 overall and third in the download-only ranking.
8 of the most unexpected games Nintendo has ever released
This article explores some of Nintendo's most unexpected game releases, challenging the notion that the company only focuses on its major franchises. It highlights titles like Everybody 1-2 Switch, Mother 3, and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, discussing why their releases were surprising and their reception.
Pokémon Pokopia Crosses 5 Million Units Sold
Nintendo's life simulation game, Pokémon Pokopia, has sold over five million units globally on the Nintendo Switch 2 in just four months. The game's success is further bolstered by its Bubbly Basin expansion, with more content planned for late 2026 and early 2027.
