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Japanese Charts: Tomodachi Life's Huge Start Crushes The Competition
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream debuted at the top of the Japanese charts, selling over 565,000 copies in its first week. Pragmata followed in second place, with Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Kart World, and Minecraft rounding out the top five. The strong performance of Tomodachi Life contributed to a significant sales bump for Nintendo Switch hardware.
Another Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Gameplay Trailer Appears
Nintendo has released an extended gameplay trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, showcasing new characters like Mr. E and various creatures. The trailer details Yoshi's abilities, including tongue attacks, egg tossing, ground pounds, and flutter jumps, as well as the creature identification process within the game's book chapters. The game is set to release on Nintendo Switch on May 21, 2026.
Nintendo fans are suing the company for a tariff refund — but they're unlikely to succeed
Nintendo fans have filed a class action lawsuit seeking to ensure that any tariff refunds the company receives from the US government are passed on to consumers. The lawsuit claims that if Nintendo keeps the refunds, it would constitute unjust enrichment. Legal experts, however, believe the lawsuit is unlikely to succeed due to the complexities of calculating and distributing precise refunds.
New Gran Turismo 7 update is the live service success Sony keeps ignoring
Gran Turismo 7 is presented as a successful live service model for Sony, despite not being officially branded as such. The game continues to receive frequent updates with new cars and events, contributing to significant sales figures on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, and generating revenue through microtransactions. This success is contrasted with Sony's broader struggles in launching its own live service titles, suggesting a need for the company to learn from its existing successful games rather than forcing the model onto other franchises.
Nintendo kept finished games in a "vault" while it waited for a "gap in the calendar" to release them, says former marketing lead
Former Nintendo marketing leads Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang confirmed that the company historically held back finished games to strategically release them later, contributing to the Nintendo Switch's long lifecycle. Yang noted that while she doesn't know current practices, Nintendo's approach may be changing due to development shifts.
How to get all Tomodachi Life Living the Dream personality types
This guide details the 16 personality types available in Tomodachi Life, categorized into four main groups: Easy-Going, Energetic, Reserved, and Confident. Each personality influences a Mii's interactions, attitudes, and house colors. The article provides specific Mii creator values to achieve each personality type and clarifies that personality does not affect Mii relationships.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto didn't expect The Super Mario Galaxy Movie reviews to be as harsh as they were
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise at the harsh reviews for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, noting it received even lower scores than The Super Mario Bros. Movie despite strong box office performance. Miyamoto discussed the development process, mentioning a more relaxed approach for the second film after the first adapted the game's flow. He also touched on brand crossovers, like Fox McCloud's appearance, suggesting flexibility in film adaptations.
Nintendo Download for 23rd April, 2026
Nintendo has announced its latest download lineup for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring the narrative photo adventure game OPUS: Prism Peak. Additionally, Nintendo Switch Online members can access a free Game Trial for MLB The Show 26 until April 29, with a 25% discount available during the same period. The update also highlights various other new digital releases and ongoing sales on the Nintendo eShop.
Assassin's Creed Star Jokes with Troy Baker: Game Studi... | TAG
US console sales saw a significant surge in March 2026, driven by the Nintendo Switch 2, which outperformed the original Switch in its first ten months. Meanwhile, some gamers are pursuing tariff refunds from Nintendo following a Supreme Court ruling. In other news, Assassin's Creed actor Abubakar Salim jokingly warned Troy Baker against starting a game studio, and the Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become 2026's top global film.
Kit and Krysta: Nintendo does sit on games, though that not be the case with Switch 2 games
Former Nintendo employees Kit and Krysta discussed Nintendo's past practice of holding back game releases until strategic calendar gaps appear, particularly for ports and remakes to extend the Nintendo Switch's lifecycle. They speculate whether this strategy continues with the Nintendo Switch 2, given its longer and more costly development times, suggesting Nintendo might be under similar pressure as PlayStation to release new titles.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earns $747M at box office
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has achieved $747 million globally at the box office, contributing to the franchise's total earnings surpassing $2 billion. Despite the film's financial success, co-producer Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the critical reception, noting a 43% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Nintendo Download – April 23, 2026 (North America) – Ys Memoire, Total Chaos, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 23, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop including Ys Memoire: Revelations in Celceta and Total Chaos. A Spotlight Sale is also ongoing, offering deals on select digital games for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 until April 29.
Indie Game Trox Charges $5 for 15-Minute Demo on Nintendo Switch
The indie game Trox is facing criticism on the Nintendo Switch eShop for selling a 10-15 minute demo for $5, which is more than some complete indie games. This situation has led to player confusion and raised questions about digital storefronts' handling of preview content and the need for clearer labeling and quality control by Nintendo.
Nintendo Download: From Mii to You – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is Available Now!
Nintendo has announced new releases for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including the simulation game Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the science fiction action-adventure PRAGMATA, and the first-person shooter MOUSE: P.I. For Hire. The Nintendo Music app now features the Animal Crossing soundtrack, and a Spotlight Sale is available on select digital titles.
New Yoshi game on Switch 2 follows Tomodachi Life down a dark path, gives fans the sort of creative control Nintendo…
The upcoming Nintendo Switch game Yoshi and the Mysterious Book allows players to name NPCs, a level of creative control not typically seen in Nintendo's child-friendly titles, drawing comparisons to the meme-generating potential of Tomodachi Life. While the game's watercolor aesthetic appears innocent, the ability to name characters raises questions about content filters, though restrictions seem likely given player behavior in similar games.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book ‘Overview’ trailer
Nintendo has released a six-minute overview trailer for the upcoming game Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. The trailer provides a detailed look at the game's features and gameplay mechanics.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Overview Trailer and Pre-Orders Live Ahead of May 21 Launch
Nintendo has released an overview trailer and opened pre-orders for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, launching May 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch. The game features Yoshi assisting a talking book named Mister Encyclopedia, utilizing unique creatures found within its pages to progress and discover collectibles. The art style is inspired by claymation, and players can expect Yoshi's signature abilities like eating, throwing eggs, flutter jumping, and ground pounding.
Dive Into The Pages Of Yoshi And The Mysterious Book In This New Overview Trailer
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, showcasing its core gameplay mechanics, including creature discovery and Yoshi's basic moveset. The trailer also highlights special abilities of the Crazee Daizee character and confirms support for Yoshi amiibo, which grant bonus tokens for creature discoveries. The game is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on May 21st.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book overview trailer released, new details
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer and details for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Players will guide Yoshi in exploring colorful habitats to help a talking book named Mr. E remember its contents and the creatures within. The game, featuring new abilities like Tail Flick and amiibo support, is set to launch for Nintendo Switch on May 21, 2026.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Version 1.0.1 available (patch notes)
Nintendo has released version 1.0.1 for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The patch notes are vague, stating that several issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience. The update is available now.
