Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment
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Nintendo 2 Switch eShop charts – June 21, 2026 – Star Fox and The Adventures of Elliot compete for the top spotThe Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 21, 2026, show Star Fox leading in pre-loads, followed by The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. The charts detail the top-selling games, including various editions and expansions for popular titles like Zelda and Pokemon.
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.
Nintendo Switch 2 is a year old today and we still don’t know what to make of itOne year after its launch, the Nintendo Switch 2's hardware is praised for its value, though it could benefit from longer battery life and a better screen. Despite its power, the console's software lineup has been inconsistent, with some titles underutilizing its capabilities and a perceived lack of clear direction from Nintendo regarding future releases and marketing.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
Ranking the Zelda games on Nintendo Switch from best to worstThis article ranks all main series The Legend of Zelda games available on the Nintendo Switch, from best to worst. It also briefly discusses spin-off titles like Hyrule Warriors and Cadence of Hyrule. The ranking places The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild at the top, followed closely by The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 17, 2026 – Yoshi overthrows Pokemon PokopiaThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 17, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" taking the top spot, dethroning "Pokemon Pokopia" due to pre-load sales. "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" and "Outbound" also entered the top ten.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 10, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia holds on strong, Mixtape debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 10, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Newcomer Mixtape debuted in the top three download-only games. The charts list the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles available on the platform.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 26, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia dominates againThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 26, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata also debuted strongly, securing the second and third positions respectively. Several other popular titles, including Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, also appeared on the charts.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 19, 2026 – Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata off to strong startsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 19, 2026, show Mouse: P.I. For Hire and Pragmata off to strong starts, ranking second and third respectively. Pokemon Pokopia holds the top spot, while Pragmata's Deluxe Edition also charted in the top ten.- Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for March 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia, Monster Hunter Stories 3, Mega Man debutNintendo has released the top-selling digital games for the Japanese Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShops for March 2026. Pokemon Pokopia led sales on the Switch 2, followed by Monster Hunter Stories 3. On the original Switch, Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection debuted at number three.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 5, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia with another strong weekThe Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 5, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia retaining the top spot. South of Midnight debuted at #9, while Super Meat Boy 3D and Darwin’s Paradox dropped out of the top ten. The charts list the top 30 games and top 30 download-only titles.
AliExpress Has Imported Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World Console Bundles for $431 - IGNAliExpress is offering imported Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World console bundles for $431.45, a discount from the usual $500 price, using coupon code "USAS90". The Hong Kong import is region-unlocked and ships free from the US, though it lacks a US-based Nintendo warranty. The article also mentions other Switch 2 games and compares it to handheld gaming PCs.
"We Can All Exist At The Same Time" - Zelda Voice Actor Rejects The Need To Pass The TorchVoice actor Patricia Summersett, who has voiced Princess Zelda in multiple games, believes that all versions of the character can coexist rather than needing a "passing of the torch." She expressed gratitude for her opportunities and highlighted the community's acceptance of different interpretations of Zelda. The article also briefly touches on the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series and potential future developments.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for February 2026 – Pokemon and Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined battle for firstNintendo 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.
Nintendo’s recent Metascores aren’t a big deal – here’s whyThis article analyzes Nintendo's recent game Metascores, arguing that lower scores for titles like Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Kirby Air Riders, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Mario Tennis Fever do not necessarily indicate a decline in quality. The author suggests that factors like the nature of the game series, player perception, and the difficulty of objective scoring contribute to these scores, with some games like Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment being considered better than their Metascores suggest.
Games Inbox: Is it worth buying a PS5 in 2026?Readers discuss whether it's worth buying a PlayStation 5 in 2026, considering the potential release of the PlayStation 6 and the option of purchasing a Switch 2. Other topics include the appeal of extraction shooters like Marathon, the behavior of zombies in Resident Evil Requiem, and Nintendo's secretive approach to announcing new games for the Switch 2.
Announcements from Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase - July 31, 2025 - NintendoFuseNintendo's Partner Showcase on July 31, 2025, revealed numerous upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch. Highlights include Monster Hunter Stories 3, Persona 3 Reload, Octopath Traveler 0, and Dragonball Sparking Zero, with release dates spanning from late 2025 into 2026.
Announcements from Nintendo Direct - September 12, 2025 - NintendoFuseNintendo's latest Direct presentation revealed numerous upcoming titles and updates, including the celebration of the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary and the arrival of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online: Expansion Pack. Key announcements include a release date for Metroid Prime 4, DLC for Donkey Kong Bananza, and new entries in the Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Bros. Wonder series.
Princess Zelda actor taught herself the "beautiful" Twilight Princess Hylian language "over coffee"Patricia Summersett, the voice actress for Princess Zelda in several games including Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild, revealed she taught herself to write in the Twilight Princess Hylian language. She learned the alphabet over coffee while recording Breath of the Wild and can now write fluently. Summersett also shared her thoughts on the ambiguous relationship between Link and Zelda and the upcoming live-action movie.
Nintendo Releases Switch 2 Update 20.5.0 With General System Improvements - New Game NetworkNintendo has released system update version 20.5.0 for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, focusing on general system stability improvements. This update, released on September 29, 2025, is the sixth firmware update for the Switch 2 since its June 2025 launch. While official notes cite only stability enhancements, data miners suggest potential changes to time and account handling, possibly including backward compatibility fixes.