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Animal Crossing: New Horizons tops 50 million units sold
Nintendo announced that Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 50 million units worldwide on the Nintendo Switch. The game's latest sales figures were updated in Nintendo's Q1 FY27 earnings report. This milestone places it as one of the best-selling games on the platform.
Nintendo Q1 sales drop 9.5%; operating profit soars following higher software sales and $300m in US tariff refunds
Nintendo reported a 9.5% decrease in first-quarter net sales, but operating profit soared by 150.5% due to increased software revenue and a significant $300 million in US tariff refunds. Despite a 34.4% drop in Nintendo Switch hardware sales, digital software sales saw a 90% increase, and the company's IP segment experienced substantial growth, largely driven by the success of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie drove 107.4% growth in Nintendo (NTDOY) Q1 FY27 IP related income
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has significantly boosted Nintendo's intellectual property-related income, driving a 107.4% growth in Q1 FY27 according to the company's earnings report. This success follows the positive impact of The Super Mario Bros. Movie on hardware sales. The report also indicated strong sales for the Nintendo Switch and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream.
Nintendo (NTDOY) recognized $300 million in tariff refunds during Q1 FY27
Nintendo reported a significant increase in operating profit for Q1 FY27, partly due to recognizing approximately $300 million in refunds for tariffs previously paid. The company stated that these tariff costs were primarily borne by Nintendo and not passed on to consumers through product pricing.
Nintendo Download – August 6, 2026 (Europe)
Nintendo has announced its European digital game releases for the week of August 6, 2026. The lineup includes titles for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, featuring a mix of new and existing games.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has sold over 8 million units since launch
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has surpassed 8 million units sold across the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo's Q1 FY27 earnings report, released August 6, 2026, detailed the game's strong performance, with 7.94 million units sold during the reporting period. The Nintendo Switch 2 also saw robust sales, moving 3.82 million units.
Nintendo moved another 3.82 million Switch 2 consoles in Q1 FY27
Nintendo reported that the Nintendo Switch 2 sold 3.82 million units in Q1 FY27, bringing its total sales to 23.68 million since June 2025. While this is a decrease of 34% compared to the previous year's Q1, sales have increased from Q4 FY26. The company noted that hardware sell-through remains solid, even with a recent Japanese price revision.
Nintendo announces free repairs for those affected by Kumamoto earthquake, donating 50 million yen to Red Cross
Nintendo is offering free repairs for its products to individuals affected by the recent Kumamoto earthquake until February 1, 2027, regardless of warranty status. The company is also donating 50 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross to aid in recovery efforts.
Nintendo Switch 2 Sells 23.68 Million Units Worldwide
The Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 23.68 million units worldwide as of June 30th, significantly outpacing the original Switch's first-year sales. Despite the original Switch still selling well and outselling the Switch 2 in software, the new console is facing a global price hike to $500 on September 1st. Upcoming titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and The Duskbloods may influence future software sales.
What happens after GTA 6?
The article argues that the era of the Western blockbuster game, heavily reliant on pushing graphical fidelity and realism, is ending, with Grand Theft Auto 6 potentially being the last of its kind. It suggests that while GTA 6 will be a massive success, its focus on hyper-realism may not resonate as strongly with players as it once did, especially as hardware costs rise and other games find success through unique art styles and gameplay innovation. The author posits that future game development may shift towards more diverse and complex experiences rather than an endless pursuit of graphical realism.
ShackStream: Splatoon Raiders on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 736
The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Splatoon Raiders, with host Steve exploring the Spirhalite Islands and upgrading his character. The stream will also touch upon upcoming Nintendo Switch Online additions like Super Mario Sunshine and a birthday stream featuring Snow Brothers. Shacknews continues to offer its streaming content on Twitch and VODs on YouTube.
Pokemon Pokopia – Bubbly Basin DLC launch trailer
Nintendo has released a launch trailer for Pokemon Pokopia – Bubbly Basin, the first part of the game's Expansion Pass. This DLC introduces an underwater town where players can build structures, utilize Pokémon abilities for various tasks, and discover new items and a power-up for the move Surf. The content is available on Nintendo Switch.
EA Sports FC 27 to bring back feature last seen in FIFA 16 says leak
A leak suggests that EA Sports FC 27 will reintroduce the PhotoFit feature, allowing players to scan their faces into the game for avatar creation, a technology last seen in FIFA 16. The feature is expected to be implemented in modes like Player Career. EA Sports FC 27 is scheduled for release on September 25, 2026, for multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Splatoon Raiders Review
Splatoon Raiders is a single-player focused spin-off of the Splatoon series, developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features a third-person shooter RPG experience with co-op modes, focusing on PVE raids against Salmonids rather than PVP turf wars. Despite a potentially repetitive loop, the game offers a compelling adventure with satisfying combat and a unique atmosphere, running smoothly at 60 FPS.
So far, 20% of GamesRadar+ readers think the SNES is the greatest retro console of all time, but 80% of you would crown…
A poll conducted by GamesRadar+ reveals that 20% of readers currently consider the Super Nintendo Entertainment System the greatest retro console of all time, with the PlayStation 2 closely following. The article discusses the enduring appeal of retro consoles, the impact of modern emulation and hardware, and encourages readers to cast their votes.
Is Nintendo Losing Its Soul?
This article questions whether Nintendo is losing its creative identity, citing the upcoming Switch 2 as an iterative console and the Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox remakes as safe, generic choices. The author also points to the Mario movies as formulaic, suggesting a potential decline in Nintendo's unique artistic vision.
Nintendo announces Gamescom 2026 lineup
Nintendo has revealed its lineup for Gamescom 2026, featuring titles like Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, Splatoon Raiders, and Pokemon Pokopia. Third-party games such as 007 First Light and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will also be playable. The company will be showcasing these games at their Hall 9 booth from August 26 to August 30.
A PC cooling company shows Sony and Nintendo how it's done, as it pledges to pass US tariff refunds onto customers
PC cooling company Arctic has pledged to pass US tariff refunds onto customers by lowering product prices, contrasting with Sony and Nintendo's approaches. Arctic will continue price cuts until all refunded money is returned to consumers, while also funding tech education initiatives. The US Supreme Court struck down tariffs, leading to refund requests, but many companies, including Sony and Nintendo, are reportedly keeping the refunds.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | CodeDev Group appoints Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys
This article rounds up recent hires and promotions across the gaming industry. Key appointments include Ben Board as CEO of The Performance Guys, Nate Nanzer as EVP at Paramount Games, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Amazon, and Microsoft also saw personnel changes.
