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Metroid Prime 4 and Pokémon Legends: Z-A Drop to Just $32 for Switch 2
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A are available for Nintendo Switch at a discounted price of $31.99 each during a limited-time 24-hour flash sale on Woot. This offers a significant saving on the upcoming titles.
Nintendo announces Pokémon Pokopia has sold over 5m copies, meaning that roughly one in four Switch 2 users now owns the game
Nintendo and The Pokémon Company announced that Pokémon Pokopia has sold over five million units globally on the Nintendo Switch 2 in just over four months. This makes it one of the most important games on the system, with one in four users owning a copy. Sales have been boosted by the recent release of the first part of the "Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass."
Pokémon TCG Reveals A New Two-Card System in the Mega Rayquaza Set
The Pokémon Company has revealed details about the upcoming Storm Emeralda set for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which will launch in Japan on July 31, 2026. This set, also known internationally as Delta Reign, will feature Mega Rayquaza ex and introduce a new two-card Stadium system called Legendary Summit.
Pokémon Champions Mystery Gift Codes — Complete Guide (June 2026)
This guide provides a comprehensive list of active and expired Mystery Gift codes for Pokémon Champions as of June 2026. It details how to redeem codes, lists current free gifts available through login bonuses and Pokémon HOME transfers, and offers advice on finding future codes from official sources.
Any Nintendo Switch 2 storage discount looks good right now, so half off a Samsung microSD card is a surprising discount…
A significant discount is available on a 256GB Samsung P9 microSD Express card, priced at $40, representing a 50% saving. This card is highlighted as suitable for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, offering transfer speeds of up to 800MB/s. While 256GB may be sufficient for many Switch 2 titles, larger games like Assassin's Creed Shadows and Cyberpunk 2077 might require more storage.
UK Charts: The Adventures Of Elliot Makes An Impressive Debut, But Can't Trouble The Podium
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales debuted at sixth place in the UK physical game charts, with the majority of sales on Nintendo Switch. EA Sports UFC 6 and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream also saw strong debuts, while EA SPORTS FC 26 and 007 First Light held the top three positions.
UK Charts: FF7 Rebirth Falls Off A Cliff As FC 26 Returns To The Top Spot
The latest UK video game sales charts show EA SPORTS FC 26 returning to the number one spot, likely due to the start of the World Cup 2026. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth saw a significant drop from second to thirtieth place, a common trend for games after their initial launch week. No new titles entered the top 40 this week.
UK Charts: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Makes A Solid Debut On Switch 2
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth debuted at number 4 on the UK physical sales charts for the Nintendo Switch 2. While the game has been available on PlayStation 5 for over two years, its strong performance on Nintendo's new console is notable, with all sales attributed to the Switch 2, including those from its Game-Key Card format.
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.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sneaks In Some Huge Numbers Ahead Of The Price Rise
The Nintendo Switch 2 dominated Japanese hardware sales with 247,880 units sold in the week of May 18-24, likely driven by an upcoming price increase. Software sales were led by Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book also performing well. The PlayStation 5 Digital Edition saw a bump in sales, but overall PlayStation 5 models combined sold fewer units than all Nintendo Switch variants.
Pokémon game sales cross 515m units as The Pokémon Company looks to Winds and Waves next year, and TCG production is ramping up too
The Pokémon Company has announced that total shipments of all Pokémon-related software have surpassed 515 million units. Additionally, the Pokémon Trading Card Game has printed over 85 billion cards. The upcoming titles, Pokémon Winds and Waves, are slated for release on the Nintendo Switch in 2027.
Japanese Charts: Switch 2 Sales Continue To Spike Ahead Of Price Increase
Nintendo Switch hardware sales in Japan have seen a significant spike ahead of an upcoming price increase. The Nintendo Switch 2 model sold 217,922 units in one week, surpassing the previous week's total. The original Nintendo Switch models also continue to perform well, outselling the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles in the region.
Amazon Pre-Order Listing Puts Pokémon Winds & Waves At €80
An Amazon Germany listing for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 titles Pokémon Winds and Waves has revealed a pre-order price of €79.99, sparking discussion among fans about potential US pricing. While this price point is not unusual for some first-party games in Europe, it could represent an increase for the mainline Pokémon series compared to Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
It's Official, Nintendo Is Heading To Gamescom This Year
Nintendo has confirmed its attendance at Gamescom 2026, taking place from August 26th to 30th in Cologne. While specific game announcements have not yet been made, the company previously showcased titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends Z-A at the event. Attendees will be looking forward to potential reveals of new first-party titles or updates on previously shown games.
UK Charts: Tomodachi Life Stands Strong As Pragmata Falls Off A Cliff
EA SPORTS FC 26 has reclaimed the number 1 spot in the UK boxed charts, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains strong at number 2. Pragmata and PlayStation 5 exclusive Saros have seen significant drops in their chart positions this week.
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales at 19.86 Million Units With Nintendo Switch Sales Pushing to 155.92 Million Units
Nintendo's latest fiscal report reveals the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, while the original Nintendo Switch reached 155.92 million units sold, surpassing the Nintendo DS. The company forecasts 16.5 million Nintendo Switch 2 units for the next fiscal year and plans to increase its price by $50 in North America starting September 1st.
Nintendo sold over 8 million Pokémon games in 2026 as Pokopia proves a big hit
Nintendo reported strong sales for its Pokémon titles in 2026, with Pokémon Pokopia selling over four million units on the Nintendo Switch 2 in its first five weeks. Ports of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen also exceeded four million sales. Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sold 12.79 million copies across both Switch and Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream sold 3.8 million units in two weeks.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battle Season 11 Starts Next Week With Returning Rewards
Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Ranked Battle Season 11 is set to begin on May 14th, 2026, and will run until June 4th. This season will feature returning rewards, including various Mega Stones like Greninjite and Chesnaughtite, as players compete in four-player online battles. Only specific Pokémon from the Lumiose and Hyperspace Pokédexes are eligible, with restrictions on legendary team composition.
Nintendo reveals best-selling Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 games
Nintendo has released updated sales figures for its Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the best-selling game, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The list includes sales numbers for numerous popular first-party titles.
Nintendo FY sales soar 98.6% to $14.6bn following launch of Switch 2
Nintendo reported a 98.6% increase in net sales, reaching $14.6 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The company also announced price adjustments for the console and subscriptions in several regions. Despite strong initial sales, Nintendo forecasts a decline in Switch 2 hardware sales for the next fiscal year, though software sales are expected to grow.
