Moonlight Peaks
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Cozy PS5 Life Sim Gets Release Date on PlayStation Store
XSEED Games has announced that the cozy life simulation game Moonlight Peaks will launch on PlayStation 5 on November 17, 2026, for $39.99 with a 20% launch discount. The game, developed by Little Chicken Game Company, has already sold 300,000 units on PC and Nintendo Switch and features supernatural denizens, relationship building, homestead customization, and spellcasting.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 24, 2026 – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 24, 2026, show Super Smash Bros. Ultimate reclaiming the number one spot. Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse drops to second, while Final Fantasy Resonance debuts with two editions in the top ten.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – October 18, 2026 – Nintendo Switch Sports Resort on top before release
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of October 18, 2026, show Nintendo Switch Sports Resort leading due to pre-loads. The charts also feature new releases like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and Resident Evil remakes, alongside other popular titles such as Final Fantasy Resonance and Elden Ring.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 17, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 17, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse debuting at number one, with its Midnight Edition also charting high. Just Dance: Decades of Hits also saw a strong launch, entering the charts at number seven. Final Fantasy Resonance also made its first appearance on the charts due to pre-loads.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – October 11, 2026 – Kingdom Hearts soars, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 starting off strong
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of October 11, 2026, show Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3 retaining the top spot. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 debuted at number two, with several Resident Evil titles also charting strongly.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 10, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse approaches
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 10, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse making a strong debut with two entries in the top five. Minecraft has reclaimed the top spot, while Minecraft Dungeons 2 has fallen to tenth place. Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix also entered the top ten.
Moonlight Peaks 1.3.9 update out now, patch notes
The version 1.3.9 update for Moonlight Peaks is now available, bringing numerous improvements and fixes. While not yet released on Nintendo Switch, the update includes adjustments to item prices, NPC interactions, crop mechanics, and resolves many soft locks and performance issues. Controller button prompts have also been updated.
Moonlight Peaks 1.3.9 update announced, patch notes
Moonlight Peaks has received update version 1.3.9, which is now available on PC and will be soon on Nintendo Switch. The update includes numerous improvements to gameplay mechanics, such as increased sell prices for certain items, adjusted NPC interactions, and guaranteed spawns for specific creatures. It also addresses a significant number of major and minor bugs, including various soft locks, performance issues, and incorrect dialogue or item behaviors.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 3, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2 sweeps
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 3, 2026, show Minecraft Dungeons 2 dominating the top spots. EA Sports FC 27 also made a strong debut in the top ten, while Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix is charting ahead of its release.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 26, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy now on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 26, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 taking the top spot. Metroid Dread dropped to fourth place, while Minecraft Dungeons is poised for a strong debut. The list includes a wide range of popular titles across both full game and download-only categories.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 19, 2026 – Metroid Dread rises to the top thanks to Metroid Ravenous
Metroid Dread has climbed to the top of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 19, 2026, following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also saw a significant boost, reaching second place due to the Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 13, 2026 – Fire Emblem and LEGO Batman incoming, Valheim and Meccha Chameleon with strong debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 13, 2026, show Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight leading upcoming releases. New debuts include Valheim at #3 and Meccha Chameleon at #4, with Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion and Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon Classic HD also charting.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 12, 2026 – Metroid Dread makes a comeback
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 12, 2026, show a resurgence for Metroid Dread following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains the top seller, while the new release Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon – Classic HD also charted.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 5, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on a crazy run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 5, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream continuing its strong performance with nearly eight million copies sold. The game remains at the top of the overall charts, followed by other popular titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 29, 2026 – Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 29, 2026, show "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream" retaining the top spot. "Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2" debuted at #21 overall and #7 on the download-only chart. Other top titles include "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate," "Minecraft," and "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe."
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 22, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Smash Bros., and Minecraft
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 22, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with other popular titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pokemon FireRed also appearing on the charts.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 15, 2026 – Tomodachi Life still winning, The Lord of the Rings debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 15, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining in the top spot. The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition debuted at number 16 overall and third in the download-only ranking.
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PC Gamer magazine's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Capcom's upcoming action sword-fighting game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, including hands-on gameplay and interviews with developers. The issue also includes a supplement detailing the top 100 PC games, a poster for Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and features on co-op games and other previews and reviews.
Review: Moonlight Peaks (Nintendo Switch)
Moonlight Peaks is a cozy horror farming and life simulator for the Nintendo Switch that blends Stardew Valley with supernatural themes. Players manage a farm from 6pm to 6am, interact with supernatural townsfolk, and engage in various activities like mining, crafting, and playing a card game called Nokturna. The game offers a substantial amount of content, estimated at 50-100+ hours, with a charming aesthetic and numerous unique mechanics.
Moonlight Peaks (PC) Review – A Cosy Adventure with Plenty of Charm | Invision Game Community
Moonlight Peaks offers a charming and cozy life simulation experience with a unique vampire twist, set in a picturesque supernatural town. While it doesn't introduce groundbreaking mechanics, its familiar gameplay loop, engaging characters, and relaxing atmosphere make it a solid recommendation for fans of the genre. The game features a beautiful pixel art style and a soothing soundtrack, though it could benefit from more polish and innovation to truly stand out.
