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How to be a dad and a gamer and still get a good night’s sleep - Reader's Feature
A father of two young children shares his struggle to balance gaming with family life, finding that long, time-consuming games are no longer feasible. He details his process of organizing his extensive game library by length to better manage his limited playtime and rediscover enjoyment in shorter, more self-contained experiences.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 13, 2026 – Tomodachi Life continues dominant run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 13, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream maintaining its top position. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with the rest of the top ten featuring a mix of popular Nintendo titles and other notable games.
Acclaimed Metroidvania Constance Announced For Nintendo Switch 2
The hand-drawn metroidvania game Constance is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with performance and resolution improvements, including a free upgrade for existing owners. Players control a paintbrush-wielding artist exploring inner-world biomes, utilizing unique brush techniques and unlocking new abilities to overcome challenges and uncover the protagonist's past.
Constance getting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
ByteRockers Games, Parco Games, and Blue Backpack have announced a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Constance, a Metroidvania praised for its fluid movement and intricate world design. This new version will feature significant upgrades, including performance modes up to 120 FPS and 1440p resolution. Owners of the original Nintendo Switch version will receive a free upgrade.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 7, 2026 – Yoshi reclaims the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 7, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" reclaiming the top spot. "Mina the Hollower" dropped to fourth place, while "eFootball Kick-Off" debuted at eighth. The charts list the top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
PC Gamers, come rate my videogame vinyl collection and decide whether it was worth the $$$
This article discusses the author's personal journey and extensive collection of video game and anime soundtrack vinyl records, highlighting titles like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Elden Ring. While acknowledging the enjoyment and ritual of collecting, the author concludes that for most people, it's an expensive and cumbersome hobby compared to digital listening.
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.
Precision-Focused 3D Metroidvania Platformer Blue Fire Is Out on Android
The precision-focused 3D Metroidvania platformer Blue Fire is now available on Android, following its release on PC and consoles. Developer Robi Studios has also launched a quality-of-life update for the mobile version, enhancing its platforming, combat, and challenging Void stages.
Last Chance To Get These Discounted Switch Gems In Nintendo's eShop 'Indie Sale' (North America)
Nintendo is currently running an 'Indie Sale' on its North American eShops, featuring discounts on numerous highly-rated indie titles for the Nintendo Switch. The sale includes games that received a 9/10 or higher in reviews, with prices significantly reduced until Sunday, June 7th. Notable titles on sale include Hollow Knight, Cuphead, and Balatro.
Amazon Luna adds Hollow Knight to its catalog for June
Amazon Luna has added the game Hollow Knight to its catalog for June. This expansion to the cloud gaming service's library allows subscribers to play the popular title.
Review: Constance (Nintendo Switch)
Constance is a highly recommended action-adventure title for the Nintendo Switch, drawing inspiration from the Metroidvania sub-genre. Developed by Blue Backpack, the game features a hand-drawn aesthetic, fluid combat, and engaging exploration, though its challenging platforming and boss encounters may not appeal to all players. Despite some eccentricities in pacing and difficulty spikes, the game offers a rewarding experience with significant content for completionists.
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.
Mel the Pyramid Cat Review | TheXboxHub
Mel the Pyramid Cat is a precision platformer that falls short of genre expectations due to its simplistic gameplay mechanics and uninspired stage design. While the game features a distinct desert aesthetic and some challenging enemy combinations, its core traversal abilities and forty stages lack the depth and intentionality found in similar titles. Despite being an improvement over its predecessor, this entry leaves the series stagnating.
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.
Hollow Knight Silksong fans convinced Sea of Sorrow's release window was just confirmed, with evidence so compelling they can't agree on what that window is
Fans of Hollow Knight: Silksong are interpreting a physical edition listing as confirmation of a release window for the "Sea of Sorrow" DLC. While some believe the DLC will be available before the October 16th release of the physical edition, others suggest it will launch after that date, leading to divided speculation within the community.
Hollow Knight: Silksong physical edition announced
Fangamer has announced a physical edition for Hollow Knight: Silksong, releasing on October 16th for Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. The physical release includes the game, a manual, and a poster, but does not include the upcoming 'Sea of Sorrow' DLC, which will be a free download.
Hollow Knight: Silksong And Hollow Knight Switch 2 Physical Editions Announced, Pre-Orders Live
Team Cherry and Fangamer have announced physical editions for Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hollow Knight on the Nintendo Switch 2, which are also playable on the Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are now live for both titles, with Hollow Knight: Silksong priced at $45 and Hollow Knight at $39, both expected to ship on October 16, 2026.
Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hollow Knight Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases revealed
Fangamer has announced physical releases for Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hollow Knight on Nintendo Switch. Both editions, playable on Switch 1 and Switch 2, will include manuals and posters illustrated by Rubén Molina, with Hollow Knight: Silksong also receiving its first physical release. The physical editions are scheduled for release on October 16, 2026.
Nintendo goes live with indie sale for Switch 2 and Switch – Hollow Knight: Silksong and more
Nintendo has launched a new indie game sale on the Nintendo eShop for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The sale includes popular titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, No Man's Sky, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, and Slay the Spire, with various discounts available. Specific end dates for the sale vary per title.
