Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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More Animal Crossing: New Horizons tracks added to Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added new music tracks from Animal Crossing: New Horizons to its Nintendo Music app. The update includes 4 new tracks from the Resort Hotel area and 6 from Slumber Islands, which were originally introduced in the game's Version 3.0 update. The Nintendo Music app is available for free to Nintendo Switch Online members on iOS and Android devices.
New Animal Crossing Songs Have Been Added To Nintendo Music Today
Nintendo has added new music tracks from the Version 3.0 update of Animal Crossing: New Horizons to the Nintendo Music app. The update includes songs from Kapp'n's Resort Hotel and Luna's Slumber Island. Access to these tracks requires an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription.
Games Inbox: How expensive will the PS6 be?
Readers discuss the rising cost of gaming hardware, with concerns about the potential price of the PlayStation 6 and the recent price increase of the PS5 Pro. The article also touches on Nintendo's franchise priorities for the Switch 2 and the surprising success of the Fallout TV show.
UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026 – Mario Kart World still doing well
The UK software sales chart for the week ending March 28, 2026, shows Mario Kart World holding strong at number two. Super Mario Bros. Wonder re-entered the top ten, boosted by its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The chart features a wide range of titles from various publishers, including EA SPORTS FC 26, Resident Evil Requiem, and Assassin's Creed Shadows.
UK Charts: Mario Wonder Storms Into The Top Ten Following Switch 2 Release
Super Mario Bros. Wonder has re-entered the top ten of the UK physical sales charts, reaching number 8 following the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. The new console accounted for 63% of the game's sales split. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains the best-selling game, while Mario Kart World and Resident Evil Requiem also saw chart improvements.
Every Game Getting "Switch 2 Edition" Enhanced Versions
Nintendo is releasing "Switch 2 Edition" enhanced versions of numerous existing and upcoming Nintendo Switch games, alongside new titles for the Nintendo Switch 2. Many of these enhanced versions offer upgrades such as improved resolution, frame rates, and new features, with some available as paid upgrades for existing owners. Free updates will also be provided for some titles, and specific Zelda titles will offer free upgrades to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members.
4 ways Animal Crossing can learn from Pokemon Pokopia for its next game
The article suggests that the recently released Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch offers valuable lessons for the Animal Crossing series. It highlights Pokemon Pokopia's polished design and thoughtful execution as areas where Animal Crossing: New Horizons could improve, particularly addressing some of its perceived problems.
What are we all playing this weekend?
Several gaming journalists share their weekend plans, which include playing games like Pokopia on Nintendo Switch, Elden Ring on Steam Deck, and Screamer. Other titles mentioned are Tokyo Extreme Racer, Atomfall, Legend of Khiimori, Sable, Animal Crossing, Good Pizza Great Pizza, Prince of Persia, and Minos. The article humorously contrasts the difficulty of small-town social interactions with challenging video games.
Animal Crossing is the latest Nintendo game to be used in White House post
The White House utilized the game Animal Crossing in a social media post to promote National Agriculture Week. This follows previous instances where Nintendo properties, including Wii Sports and Pokemon, were featured in White House promotions. Nintendo has not officially commented on these uses of their intellectual property.
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This gaming news roundup covers several topics including a discount on a Tomtoc Nintendo Switch 2 carrying case, Crimson Desert potentially coming to Switch 2 with some compromises, and Sonya Walger cast as Freya in Amazon's God of War series. It also touches on James Marsden's X-Men line, a server rack tossing competition, rumored 2026 game releases, an unofficial browser port of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, free mobile games from Epic Games Store, a Silent Hill F DLC for Fatal Frame 2 Remake, Dispatch coming to Xbox, and Saros being made easier than Returnal based on player feedback. Finally, it notes Netflix's recent price increase.
Famitsu Sales: 3/16/26 3/22/26 Pokopia remains on top while Crimson Desert opens at 31,108.
Famitsu has released its weekly sales data for the period of March 16-22, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia continues to lead software sales, while the new release Crimson Desert debuted at second place with 31,108 units sold on PlayStation 5. Nintendo Switch 2 remains the top-selling hardware.
Famitsu Sales: 3/16/26 – 3/22/26 Pokopia remains on top while Crimson Desert opens at 31,108.
The latest Famitsu sales charts for the week of March 16-22, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia remaining at the top. Crimson Desert debuted at number two with 31,108 units sold on PlayStation 5, while Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales.
Pokemon Pokopia players turn to "broken" Minecraft tactics to make gathering one of the game's rarest materials a breeze: "I mined 1,200 Pokemetal in about 90 minutes"
Players of Pokemon Pokopia have discovered a highly efficient method for gathering rare materials like Pokemetal, drawing inspiration from Minecraft's mining tactics. This technique, popularized by content creator Austin John Plays, involves excavating specific blocks on Dream Islands to yield large quantities of materials in a short time, significantly easing the grind for late-game crafting and customization.
Japanese Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down
Pokémon Pokopia remained the top-selling physical game in Japan for the third consecutive week, selling over 114,000 copies. Crimson Desert debuted at second place with over 31,000 units sold. The Switch 2 was the best-selling console, followed by the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition.
Tomodachi Life demo has no filter - it's already descended into raunchy chaos
The demo for Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream on Nintendo Switch has revealed a surprising lack of content filters, allowing players to create explicit island names and dialogue. Despite Nintendo's family-friendly image and restrictions on sharing screenshots, the game permits unfiltered user-generated content. This approach contrasts with other Nintendo titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pokémon, where word restrictions are common.
Pokemon Pokopia's hard-hitting maturity is the perfect way to celebrate 30 years of Pokemon
Pokemon Pokopia offers a surprisingly mature and engaging experience, blending life simulation, crafting, and building elements with a post-apocalyptic narrative. The game celebrates Pokemon's 30th anniversary by exploring themes of rebuilding and finding hope in a damaged world, appealing to both long-time fans and new players.
Famitsu sales (3/16/26 – 3/22/26) – Pokemon Pokopia continues domination
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of March 16-22. Pokemon Pokopia continues its strong performance, topping the software charts. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform, followed by the PlayStation 5 and its variants.
Nintendo Alarmo's Latest Update Adds A Wonderful Free Theme
Nintendo has released a new update for its Nintendo Alarmo app, coinciding with the launch of Super Mario Bros. Wonder. The update adds a free Wonder-themed alarm scene featuring Elephant Mario and other elements from the game. Free themes for Animal Crossing and Kirby are also available.
Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo adds support for Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo has received a new update adding support for Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Players can access this free update by connecting to the internet and linking their Nintendo Account. This marks the first new theme since October, when Kirby and the Forgotten Land was added.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream's "Welcome Version" demo is available now, and you can transfer your saves to the full game
The "Welcome Version" demo for Nintendo's upcoming life simulation game, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, is now available for download on the eShop. Players can create up to three Miis and transfer their save data to the full game, which releases on April 16th. Completing the demo will also unlock a special hamster costume for use in the full version.
