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Fragzone-fredag – En ikon fyller 40!
This episode of Fragzone-fredag celebrates Mario's 40th anniversary, highlighting favorite titles from the iconic character's extensive gameography. The discussion also touches upon Microsoft's upcoming Xbox console, codenamed 'Helix,' and its potential impact on pricing due to its focus on performance.
Mario Is Finally Getting A Proper Lego Minifigure In 2027
Nintendo and Lego have announced new Mario sets scheduled for release in 2027, notably including the first proper Mario minifigure. This follows recent Lego news, including a Luigi Mario Kart set and the announcement of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book's release date.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is coming to the Switch 2 later this Spring, features bubble-blowing freaky fellas you can eat
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a new side-scrolling platformer from Nintendo, is set to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 on May 21st. The game features Yoshi exploring strange locations with the help of a talking book named Mr.E, interacting with and consuming various odd creatures. It is being released as part of Mario's 40th anniversary celebration.
My favorite budget Switch 2 headset just got a makeover for Mario Day, and it's pretty super
Turtle Beach has released new Mario-themed accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including the Airlite Fit wired headset and the Rematch Wireless RGB Gaming Controller. The headset features a 'Mario Star' design and is priced at $27.99, while the controller boasts RGB lighting and motion controls for $64.99. Both are set to launch on March 30.
Turtle Beach Unveils Two New Mario Accesories Just In Time For Mario Day
Turtle Beach has launched two new Mario-themed gaming accessories to celebrate Mario Day: the Mario & Luigi Rematch Wireless RGB Gaming Controller and the Mario Star Airlite Fit Wired Gaming Headset. The controller features dynamic RGB modes and TMR Thumbsticks, while the headset offers comfort and noise-cancelling capabilities. These releases coincide with Nintendo's week-long Mario Day celebration.
The Adorable Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Gets A May Release Date
Nintendo has announced a May 21 release date for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a new first-party title for the Nintendo Switch. The game features Yoshi exploring a mysterious book, discovering and interacting with various creatures that can be ridden and can gain new abilities by eating fruit. Players can name these creatures and record their findings to unlock new areas and creatures.
Morning Multiplex
The latest developer diary for Aether & Iron details how the game's soundtrack was created using a real orchestra. The article also briefly mentions a Mario-related video discussing his abilities.
Nintendo announces Switch 2 and Switch Mario sale for MAR10 Day 2026, full list [update: live]
Nintendo is celebrating Mario's 40th anniversary with a sale on select games for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The deals will be available at retailers starting March 8 and running through March 14.
Nintendo announces Switch 2 and Switch Mario sale for MAR10 Day 2026, full list
Nintendo has announced a sale on Mario games for the Nintendo Switch and upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 in celebration of MAR10 Day 2026. A full list of participating titles is available.
Why You Should Play Bad Games
This opinion piece argues that playing poorly reviewed or designed games can enhance a gamer's appreciation for well-crafted titles. By experiencing flaws in level design, controls, and artwork, players can gain a deeper understanding of what makes good games enjoyable. The author suggests this approach can combat gaming monotony and offers examples like The Binding of Isaac, Spelunky, and Super Meat Boy as games that, despite potential flaws, offer valuable lessons.
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Review
Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle blends Mario characters with Ubisoft's Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game reminiscent of XCOM. While the writing and initial premise are strong, the gameplay loop becomes repetitive and the late-game difficulty spikes can make combat feel like a chore, ultimately leading to a somewhat disappointing experience despite some amazing moments.