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Talking Point: Starter Pack - What Are Your Nintendo Switch 2 Essentials?Nintendo Life staff discuss essential games and accessories for the Nintendo Switch, a year after its launch. They highlight key titles like Mario Kart World, Pokémon Pokopia, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, alongside hardware considerations and accessories such as controllers and storage.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – June 14, 2026 – Xenoblade makes a run at Pokemon PokopiaThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 14, 2026, show Xenoblade Chronicles making a strong showing, with its upgrade pack at second place and the full game at sixth. Pokemon Pokopia remains at the top spot. New entries in the top ten include The Adventures of Elliot and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Must-have games and accessories for new Nintendo Switch 2 ownersThis guide recommends essential games and accessories for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, which will see a price increase in September 2026. It highlights titles like Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokemon Pokopia, and Kirby Air Riders, as well as upgraded versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. Essential accessories include screen protectors, microSD Express cards, and various grip options.
I hear your Nintendo game price woes, but a bunch of Switch 2 pre-orders are actually $10 off if you know where to lookDespite high MSRPs for upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games like Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave and Mario Kart World, retailers like Amazon are offering discounts of up to $10 off the standard physical edition. This allows players to purchase new releases for $69.97 and $39.88 respectively, below their official launch prices.
This Week in Switch 2 - Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake confirmed, Nintendo Direct & Summer Game FestThis episode covers news from the recent Nintendo Direct, Summer Game Fest, and Xbox Games Showcase, confirming a 4K remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The article also discusses impressions of the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and its operating system, with staff sharing their opinions weekly.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sales Continue To Slip, But Tomodachi Life Holds The Newbies At BayNintendo Switch hardware sales in Japan continue to decline following a price hike, with only approximately 23,000 units sold. Despite this, Nintendo software remains strong, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream leading sales, followed by new releases Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and eFootball Kick-Off!.
Nintendo Download: Definitively Feeling It!Nintendo's latest download update features Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, STARSEEKER: Astroneer Expeditions, and new game bundles. Several demos are available, including for Star Fox, and pre-orders are open for ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, Minecraft Dungeons II, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and Orbitals. The update also highlights new music playlists, in-game events for Donkey Kong Bananza, and ongoing eShop sales.
Famitsu Sales: 6/1/26 – 6/7/26Famitsu has released its physical game sales data for Japan from June 1 to June 7, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch remained the top seller, while the Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth was the highest new release. Hardware sales were led by the Switch 2, followed by the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch families.
Famitsu sales (6/1/26 – 6/7/26) – first week sales revealed for Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2Famitsu has released Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of June 1st to June 7th. The Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales with 23,059 units, while Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth debuted at number two on the software charts with 30,657 units sold on the platform.- Mario Kart World 'Forgotten,' as Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Title Goes a Year Without Major DLCNintendo fans are expressing disappointment over the lack of updates and major downloadable content for Mario Kart World. This sentiment follows the recent Nintendo Direct broadcast, which offered no new information regarding the game's future.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave physical edition will have an $80 USD price tagNintendo has revealed the pricing for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, with the physical edition costing $80 USD and the digital version priced at $70. A special collector's edition, the Dagdan Collection, will retail for $120. This pricing strategy, with a $10 difference between physical and digital copies, is expected to be implemented on future Nintendo Switch 2 titles.
$80 Games Are Already HereThe video game market is already seeing $80 games, with Nintendo leading the charge on titles like Mario Kart World and upcoming Switch 2 releases. This trend is fueled by rising development costs and inflation, with analysts predicting more publishers will adopt higher price points. While some companies like Sony and Microsoft have maintained $70 prices, others like Take-Two Interactive have successfully implemented price hikes, suggesting $80 could become the new standard for AAA games.- Super Yooka-Laylee Kart challenges you to relearn old-school Mario KartA new kart racer, Super Yooka-Laylee Kart, is designed to evoke the feel of the original 1993 Super Mario Kart. This contrasts with modern titles like the upcoming Mario Kart World, highlighting the evolution of the genre.
- 8 Switch 2 Launch Games for Weekend Gamers (2026) | TAGThis guide recommends eight games for the Nintendo Switch 2 that are suitable for players with limited weekend gaming time. It highlights titles like Mario Kart World, Balatro, and Hades II for their short session-friendliness and suggests avoiding live-service games. The article also provides advice on budgeting and managing a game library for weekend-only players.
Zelda: Ocarina Of Time remake tipped as the big game at today’s Nintendo DirectA remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is heavily rumored to be the centerpiece announcement of today's Nintendo Direct. Leaks suggest it will be Nintendo's major Christmas release for the Nintendo Switch. The Direct will also provide release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Duskbloods, though concerns about delays for the latter exist.
NateTheHate says he’s not expecting Mario Kart World DLC in Nintendo DirectKnown leaker NateTheHate stated that he does not expect an announcement for Mario Kart World DLC during the upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation. Despite the game being released a year ago, NateTheHate believes new tracks are unlikely to be revealed, contrasting with fan desires for additional content similar to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Talking Point: Nintendo Direct June 2026 Predictions - What Do You Hope To See?Nintendo has announced a June Nintendo Direct presentation, prompting speculation about upcoming game announcements. Staff members from Nintendo Life shared their predictions, hoping for reveals of major first-party titles like a new 3D Mario, Luigi's Mansion 4, and remakes of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time or Twilight Princess. They also anticipate updates on games like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Wrath Weave and Splatoon Raiders, alongside potential dormant franchise revivals.
Sir, We Have an Orc Problem is a tower defense with 100,000 enemiesSir, We Have an Orc Problem is a physics-based tower defense game from Mumpitz Games where players defend against waves of over 100,000 orcs. The game features an incremental style with a massive upgrade tree for turrets and active abilities. A free demo is available on Steam, but a full release date has not yet been announced.
Deckbuilding pinball roguelike PinKeep gets demoThe deckbuilding pinball roguelike PinKeep, developed by Okomotive, has released a free demo for PC. The game combines pinball mechanics with deck-building elements to defend a kingdom from intruders. A full release is planned for 2026.- UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boostThe latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.