Ball x Pit

What We Played – 007 First Light, Mina The Hollower & Gothic Remake

Several gaming outlets shared their recent play experiences, including 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, and Mina The Hollower. Other titles mentioned include Skull & Bones, Diablo 4, God of War, and the newly released Gothic 1 Remake. The article also touches on upcoming previews and reviews for various games.

Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 6, 2026 – Tomodachi Life clears again

The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 6, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top position. Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen debuted at #9, while Mina the Hollower dropped out of the top ten. The article also lists the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only games.

Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?

This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.

Check out the 50 most popular Steam Deck games for May 2026

This article lists the 50 most popular games played on the Steam Deck during May 2026, based on data from Valve. The list includes newly released titles like Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2, alongside enduring favorites such as Slay the Spire and Stardew Valley.

Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 31, 2026 – Mina the Hollower takes down Yoshi

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 31, 2026, show Mina the Hollower debuting at number one, unseating Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. New entries Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen and Stray also made their debut on the charts.

Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 30, 2026 – Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, LumenTale all debut

The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 30, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining at #1. New releases Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, and LumenTale: Memories of Trey all debuted in the top rankings.

Switch spring 2026 sale includes Silksong and more favorites

Nintendo is holding an Indie Sale offering discounts on numerous titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Notable games on sale include Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight, UFO 50, Untitled Goose Game, Cuphead, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, Balatro, Slay the Spire, and No Man's Sky. The sale runs until June 7.

BALL x PIT is free on Switch with limited game trial

BALL x PIT, an indie title published by Devolver Digital, is available as a free game trial for Nintendo Switch Online members until June 1. The game is also discounted to $9.99 on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. BALL x PIT blends brick breaker mechanics with bullet hell and town-building elements and is also available on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X.

Ball x Pit is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial

Nintendo is offering Ball x Pit as the next free game trial for Nintendo Switch Online members in Europe. The trial is available now until June 1, and players can also purchase the game at a 30 percent discount until June 8, 2026. Ball x Pit is a fast-paced fantasy roguelite where players collect balls to delve deeper into a pit filled with monsters, recruit heroes, and rebuild a city.

One Of 2025's Best Games Is Now Free For Switch Online Members

Nintendo is offering a free trial of the game Ball x Pit to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe until June 1st. Players can download the full game during this period. The article also mentions a positive review of the game, highlighting its balanced design.

Nintendo pre-order updates – May 24, 2026 – Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for Switch 2 and more

My incredibly late list of the 10 best games of 2025 - Reader's Feature

A reader has compiled a late list of their top 10 games from 2025, highlighting titles across various genres. Despite industry challenges, the year proved to be strong for gaming, with standout titles including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Hades 2, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.

Gayming Awards 2026 Reveals Hosts, Guests, And Early Award Winners

The Gayming Awards 2026 will celebrate queer geek culture on June 8, hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn. Trixie Mattel will receive the LGBTQ+ Content Creator Superstar Award, and Darion Lowenstein will be honored with the Gayming Icon Award for his work in authentic LGBTQ+ representation in gaming. The event will feature various segments, including a D&D-style scene, a ranking of video game characters, a custom PC build giveaway, and a reunion of the 'Gaymer Guys'.

Nintendo pre-order updates – May 10, 2026 – Star Fox, The Legend of Heroes, more

This article provides a comprehensive list of video games and amiibo currently available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. Release dates range from May 2026 through November 2026, with some titles listed as TBA 2026.

Nintendo pre-order updates – May 3, 2026 –

Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for various games and amiibo across North America, Canada, and the UK, with release dates spanning from April 2026 through November 2026, and some titles listed as TBA 2026. The list includes new releases, collector's editions, and books, with retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop mentioned for pre-orders.

Undead co-op shooters, gorgeous hack-and-slash action and other new indie games worth checking out

This article highlights several new indie games worth checking out, including co-op shooters and hack-and-slash titles. It also mentions the return of 'Ball x Pit'.

Here's the top Steam Deck games for April 2026

The top games on Steam Deck for April 2026 include Slay the Spire 2 and Vampire Crawlers, alongside other popular titles like Stardew Valley and Baldur's Gate 3. Several newly released games also made the list, such as RACCOIN: Coin Pusher Roguelike and PRAGMATA. The article also notes that the Steam Deck continues to be frequently out of stock.

Digiphile Launches “Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase” Bundle Featuring PEAK

Digiphile has launched the "Landfall x Aggro Crab Showcase" bundle, featuring eight games including PEAK, Content Warning, Another Crab's Treasure, HASTE, and Totally Accurate Battle Simulator, to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish foundation. The bundle is available for two weeks and also includes artwork by Gina Chacón. The article also briefly mentions upcoming releases and updates for other games like River City Saga: Journey to the West and ULTRAKILL.

ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available for Pre-Order

iam8bit has opened pre-orders for the ULTRAKILL Act 2: Imperfect Hatred 3xLP Vinyl Soundtrack, featuring 26 tracks and artwork by Francis Xie, with shipments expected in Q3 2026. The article also briefly mentions other game releases and updates, including DRAGON QUEST Smash/Grow, BALL x PIT, Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes, HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, and Goro Majima's addition to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

Evening Patches

The free "The Shadow Update" patch for BALL x PIT is now available. The update was released by the developer BALL x PIT.