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BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Nominees Revealed with Clair Obscur Leading the Pack
BAFTA has revealed the nominees for the upcoming BAFTA Games Awards, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with numerous nominations across various categories including Artistic Achievement, Debut Game, and Best Game. Other nominated titles include Dispatch, Ghost of Yotei, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. The winners will be announced on April 17th.
Bafta Games 2026 nominees announced and it’s another Clair Obscur sweep
The nominations for the Bafta Games Awards 2026 have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack with 12 nominations, matching its record at The Game Awards. Dispatch and Arc Raiders also received multiple nominations, including for Best Game. The awards ceremony is scheduled for April 17.
Pokemon Pokopia has topped 2.2M sales in four days
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved over 2.2 million global sales within its first four days of release on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game sold 1 million units in Japan alone. This milestone places it among other successful first-party exclusives for the console.
Pokopia sold 2.2 million copies in less than a week, already making it one of the best-selling Switch 2 games and…
Pokemon Pokopia has sold 2.2 million copies in its first four days on the Nintendo Switch 2, with one million units sold in Japan alone. This makes it the fourth best-selling game on the console to date. The game is a collaboration between Nintendo and The Pokemon Company, merging elements of the popular Pokemon franchise with gameplay inspired by Animal Crossing and Minecraft.
How Mario games old and new helped inspire Donkey Kong Bananza
The development of Donkey Kong Bananza was inspired by both older and newer installments in the Super Mario series. These classic Mario adventures provided creative direction for the new Donkey Kong title.
King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo Preorders Are Live, and ... | TAG
Preorders are now live for the King Dedede & Tank Star Amiibo figures, priced at $55, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop. The article also covers Nintendo's destruction mechanics in Donkey Kong Bananza, new features in Harvest Moon: Echoes of Teradea, the StarCraft Tabletop Miniatures Game release, Solasta 2 early access, PS5 deals, Pokémon Pokopia's innovative approach, free Steam games, March PlayStation Plus additions, the playable Star Wars: First Assault, Pragmata's demo success, and Bungie's Marathon extraction shooter.
Pokémon Pokopia Sales Surpass 2.2 Million Units Globally In First Four Days
Pokémon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 has achieved over 2.2 million global sales in its first four days, with one million units sold in Japan alone. The game has topped best-seller charts in regions like the US and UK, contributing to a surge in Nintendo's share price. This launch performance is considered respectable for a spin-off title on the new console.
'It Is More Fun to Destroy That Which Is Beautiful' – Nintendo Crammed More Than 340 Million Voxels Into Just One of Donkey Kong Bananza's Layers - IGN
Nintendo developers discussed the voxel technology used in Donkey Kong Bananza, revealing that one layer alone contained over 347 million voxels. The team detailed how this technology, an evolution from Super Mario Odyssey, enabled destructible environments and contributed to the game's 60fps performance on the Switch 2.
Nintendo knew Donkey Kong Bananza wouldn't be nearly as fun if you were destroying basic blocks: "It is more…
Nintendo developers found that simply destroying blocks in Donkey Kong was not satisfying enough. They realized that destroying beautiful or seemingly indestructible elements was more fun, leading to a focus on visually appealing destruction in the game's design. This insight came from programmer Tatsuya Kurihara during a Game Developers Conference talk.
Donkey Kong Bananza Review
This review from 1-Up Geeks evaluates Donkey Kong Bananza, assessing its performance and features. The article aims to determine how the game's latest destructive adventure compares to expectations.
Donkey Kong Bananza Review
This review of Donkey Kong Bananza aims to highlight top Nintendo Switch 2 games from the past year, serving as a buying guide for various platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The article also discusses the Switch 2's first year on the market.
Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Estimated File Size And Price Seemingly Revealed
The estimated file size for the upcoming Nintendo Switch title, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, is 20.5GB. Pricing details from the UK and European eShop indicate a cost of £49.99 / 59,99€, with a Japanese price of 6,980 yen. Official pricing for North America has not yet been confirmed.
Nintendo Music – list of all games included
Nintendo has released a comprehensive list of games that will feature music in their upcoming Nintendo Music service. The list includes titles spanning various Nintendo platforms, from the NES to the Nintendo Switch, with many fan-favorite franchises represented.
Ghost of Yōtei Legends: everything you need to know about the online co-op multiplayer mode
VGChartz's Evan Norris discusses the unpredictable nature of Game of the Year contenders for 2025, highlighting titles like Ghost of Yōtei and Split Fiction alongside surprise hits such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Donkey Kong Bananza. The late release of Hollow Knight: Silksong also impacted other indie game launch schedules.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for February 2026 – Pokemon and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined battle for first
Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for the Japanese Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShops for February 2026. Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined topped the Switch 2 charts, while Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen led on the original Switch. The data includes sales for numerous titles across both platforms.
Donkey Kong Bananza’s Emerald Rush is one of Nintendo’s best and most underrated DLCs
Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC, initially criticized for its price, has become one of Nintendo's best and most underrated expansions. The roguelike mode offers over 50 hours of challenging gameplay with multiple difficulty levels and limited-time events, providing significant replay value beyond the base game's story.
Snakebyte Gamepad RGB S2 review – Budget Flash
The Snakebyte Gamepad RGB S2 offers a stylish and feature-rich budget alternative for Nintendo Switch owners, boasting customizable RGB lighting and Hall Effect thumbsticks. While it includes programmable buttons and digital trigger stops, occasional wireless connection drops and a lack of gyro support and HD Rumble prevent it from fully rivaling Nintendo's official Pro Controller.
Famitsu software sales (2/23/26 – 3/1/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of February 23 to March 1. Resident Evil Requiem debuted at the top of the charts on PlayStation 5, followed by its Nintendo Switch 2 version. The Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch platforms dominated the top 30 list with numerous new and existing titles.
Nintendo announces MAR10 Day 2026 celebrations
Nintendo is celebrating MAR10 Day with various events and promotions honoring the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. and the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Festivities include in-game events for Mario Kart World, a sweepstakes for a trip to SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, and special offers on Nintendo Switch games.
Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal – Excited? Disappointed? A Little of Both. – Geeky Sweetie
The author expresses mixed feelings about the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, finding some new games exciting but lamenting the prevalence of remasters and ports. Disappointment is particularly noted regarding the lack of new cozy games like Animal Crossing, despite appreciation for the hardware improvements and features like voice chat. While still planning to preorder, the author hopes for more original and exclusive titles in the future.