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ShackStream: Pokemon XD:Gale of Darkness on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 719
The Stevetendo Show is starting a new playthrough of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness tonight, following the conclusion of their Pokemon Fire Red run. The streamer plans to play the game on Nintendo Switch, aiming to finally beat it after playing it as a child. The show will also feature other games like Pragmata and The Adventures of Elliot this week, with Star Fox planned for next week.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling digital games for May 2026
Nintendo has released the best-selling digital games for May 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Pokemon Pokopia topped the charts for Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream led sales on the original Switch. The data includes a variety of titles, with several Final Fantasy games appearing on the Switch 2 list.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – June 20, 2026 – top 10 is looking very familiar
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of June 20, 2026, show a remarkably consistent top ten, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the number one spot. All positions within the top ten remained unchanged from the previous week, indicating strong sustained popularity for established titles.
ShackStream: Pragmata on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 718
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its playthrough of Pragmata, with host Steve expressing high praise for the game's writing and character development. The stream will also feature discussions about upcoming games like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales and potential future Pokemon playthroughs on the Nintendo Switch. Viewers are encouraged to tune in on the Shacknews Twitch channel.
ShackStream: Pokemon Fire Red on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 716
The Stevetendo Show is continuing its Pokemon Fire Red Fire-type-only run on the Game Boy Advance, with episode 716 focusing on reaching the Elite Four. The stream will also feature upcoming retro nights playing Snow Brothers and a look at Pragmata. Viewers are encouraged to suggest games for future retro streams.
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.
Anthropic suspends access to Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models following U.S. government directive
AI company Anthropic has suspended access to its Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models for all customers following a U.S. government directive citing national security concerns. The directive, which targets foreign nationals, stems from a perceived method of bypassing the AI's safeguards, though Anthropic disagrees with the severity of the finding. Access to other Anthropic models remains unaffected.
Anthropic shares timelapse video of Claude Fable 5 AI vision model beating Pokemon FireRed
Anthropic has shared a timelapse video showcasing their Claude Fable 5 AI vision model successfully playing Pokemon FireRed. This development raises questions about the future role of AI agents in video gaming.
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.
Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen review – A Simpler Time
Pokémon FireRed and Pokémon LeafGreen have been re-released on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a pure and timeless Pokémon adventure. These remakes of the Game Boy Advance titles focus on the core mechanics of capturing creatures and battling trainers, with modern upgrades enhancing performance and visuals while retaining the series' classic charm.
ShackStream: Pokemon Fire Red on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 710
The Stevetendo Show's 710th episode features a playthrough of Pokemon Fire Red. The stream is part of an ongoing series focusing on classic Pokemon titles.
Pokémon 30th anniversary TCG set will bring back classic cards this September
The Pokémon Company is releasing a 30th anniversary trading card game set on September 19, 2026, featuring reprints of iconic cards like the shiny Charizard and new illustrations for Pikachu cards. The set will also include Pokémon beyond the first generation and introduce 'futuristic rare' cards. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming video game Pokémon Winds and Waves for the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Games That Defined Our Childhood: A Generation-by-Generation Guide | TAG
This guide breaks down distinct gaming generations within the millennial demographic, highlighting the defining consoles, cultural moments, and games for those born between 1984 and 1998. It explores the impact of console wars, the rise of online multiplayer, and the unique experiences of growing up with different gaming eras, from the SNES and Genesis to the N64, PlayStation, PS2, and Wii.
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.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatable
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.
ShackStream: Pokemon Fire Red on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 705
The Stevetendo Show continues its playthrough of Pokemon Fire Red in episode 705. The stream focuses on the popular role-playing game, offering viewers a chance to follow along with the adventure.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 16, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on a strong run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 16, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Several other popular titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe also feature prominently in the all-games list, while download-only games like Pokemon FireRed and Nine Sols are highlighted.
Nintendo hints at even more Switch 1 games to expand ‘software business’
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa indicated that the company plans to expand its software business by continuing to support the original Nintendo Switch alongside the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This strategy aims to leverage the existing player base of the original console, with only 40% of Tomodachi Life players owning a Switch 2, suggesting a significant market remains for Switch 1 titles.
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ShackStream: Pokemon Fire Red on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 702
The Stevetendo Show is featuring Pokemon Fire Red in its 702nd episode, titled ShackStream. The stream is currently ongoing.