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Nintendo pre-order updates – July 5, 2026 – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Chef Kawasaki amiibo, moreNintendo has released its latest pre-order updates for July 5, 2026, featuring a variety of games and amiibo across multiple regions. Notable new releases include The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and the Chef Kawasaki amiibo. The list details upcoming titles for Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2, with release dates and available retailers.
Summer Games Done Quick 2026: Watch Day 1 hereSummer Games Done Quick 2026 is underway in Minneapolis, Minnesota, raising money for Doctors Without Borders. The week-long speedrunning marathon features a variety of games, including Donkey Kong Country 2: Diddy's Kong Quest, Kirby Air Ride, and Absolum, with schedules available for viewers on Twitch and YouTube.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 4, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove on topRhythm Heaven Groove has topped the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 4, 2026, overtaking Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. Moonlight Peaks also debuted on the charts following pre-load availability. The article lists the top 30 games overall and the top 30 download-only titles.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continuesThe Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 3: Nintendo Summer Sale continuesNintendo's Summer Sale continues for another week, featuring discounts on first-party titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Various digital deals are also available across PlayStation and Xbox platforms, including PlayStation Plus member exclusives and Xbox Game Pass discounts.- ABSOLUM STRIKES NINTENDO SWITCH 2 PHYSICAL SEPTEMBER 17The roguelite game Absolum is set to release physically on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 17, 2026, for £44.99 / €49.99 / $49.99. Developed by Silver Lining Interactive, Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, the game features fast-paced combat and roguelite progression. Special editions of the original Absolum for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are also available.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 21, 2026 – Blue Prince, Layers of Fear, My Hero Academia, moreThis article provides a comprehensive list of video games available for pre-order across various retailers for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It details release dates, platforms, and specific editions for numerous titles, including new releases and upcoming expansions.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 14, 2026 – Fire Emblem, Kingdom Hearts, Orbitals, Switch Sports Resort, Xenoblade, moreThis article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across the United States, Canada, and the UK for the week of June 14, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, amiibo figures, books, and other merchandise for platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
Last Chance To Grab These 32 Games In Nintendo's Multiplayer eShop Sale (Europe)Nintendo's European eShop 'Multiplayer Sale' is ending on June 21st, offering discounts on various titles for the Nintendo Switch. The sale features games with high ratings and multiplayer functionality, including titles like Absolum, BlazBlue CentralFiction Special Edition, and Crypt of the NecroDancer.- 32 Games You Should Check Out In Nintendo's Multiplayer eShop Sale (Europe)Nintendo is holding a Multiplayer Sale in its European eShop until June 21st, featuring discounts on various titles. The sale includes highly-rated games such as Absolum, BlazBlue CentralFiction Special Edition, Crypt of the NecroDancer, and Enter the Gungeon, among others.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 7, 2026 – Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story, moreNintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of June 7, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a variety of games such as Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story: Retro Roundup, and Splatoon Raiders, alongside amiibo and book releases across North America, Canada, and the UK.
Nintendo pre-order updates – May 31, 2026 – Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, moreNintendo has provided updates on pre-order availability for various games and amiibo across North America, Canada, and the UK for May 2026. Titles like Dragon Quest 11 S for Switch 2, Ratatan, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are listed with their respective release dates and retailers. The article also includes updates on books and other merchandise related to Nintendo properties.
First Batch of Voice Performer Guests Announced for ANIME Impulse Bay Area 2026ANIME Impulse Bay Area 2026 has announced its initial lineup of voice performer guests, including Alain Mesa, Samantha Béart, and Barrett Leddy. Mesa is known for roles in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Bleach, while Béart gained recognition for Baldur's Gate 3. Leddy has voiced characters in various Yu-Gi-Oh! series and LEGO Disney Princess: The Castle Quest. The convention will also feature VTubers and additional guests will be revealed later.
Nintendo pre-order updates – May 24, 2026 – Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for Switch 2 and more
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion DLC Updates Announced as Hit Beat ‘em Up Tops 1.5 Million Players – The Fantastic Four’s The Thing and X-Men’s Cyclops are Joining the Fight todayMARVEL Cosmic Invasion, a beat 'em up celebrating classic Marvel storylines, will receive two paid DLC updates in 2026 for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox Series X|S. The first DLC, launching today, adds The Thing and Cyclops for $3.99, while the second, slated for Fall 2026, will introduce a new game mode and more characters. The game has surpassed 1.5 million players since launch.
MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Brings Cyclops And The Thing To The Fight In New DLCThe first paid DLC for MARVEL Cosmic Invasion adds Cyclops and The Thing as playable characters for $3.99 USD, with more heroes and a new game mode planned for a fall release. Developer DotEmu, known for other beat-'em-ups, has released the DLC for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Absolum's Latest Patch Sees Full Cross-Play Support Join The FightThe fantasy roguelike Absolum has received a new update that fully implements cross-play multiplayer support across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. This feature allows players on different platforms to team up and play together. The update comes seven months after the game's initial launch and follows a free content update and news of a physical Switch edition.
Excellent Co-Op Brawler Absolum Now Has Full Cross-Play Support Across All PlatformsThe co-op beat 'em up Absolum has received a significant update adding full cross-play support across all platforms, including PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This update aims to expand the player base for the game, which already supports local and online co-op for up to two players. Developer Guard Crush Games has also previously added new game modes and improvements post-launch.
Absolum has just received cross-play supportPublisher Dotemu announced that Absolum has received full cross-play support, allowing players on PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox to play together. The update, developed by Guard Crush, was implemented to bring the community together in the multiplayer co-op Beat 'em Up.- Silver Lining Interactive Reports Breakout First Year and Expands 2026 LineupUK publisher Silver Lining Interactive has reported a successful first year with multi-million pound revenue and nearly 20 staff. The company announced its expanded 2026 lineup, including the multi-platform launch of Outbound, which has garnered over 1.5 million wishlists. Founder Luke Keighran emphasized the company's people-focused, un-corporate approach to game publishing.