Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness
News, coverage and analysis tracking Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness across the outlets.
ShackStream: Star Fox on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 723The Stevetendo Show will feature a playthrough of Star Fox, a remake of the Nintendo 64 classic with updated graphics and voice acting. The stream will cover the game's progression, with potential for exploring secrets if time permits. The show airs live on the Shacknews Twitch channel on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
ShackStream: Pokemon XD:Gale of Darkness on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 719The 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.
ShackStream: Pragmata on The Stevetendo Show! Episode 718The 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.
Nasty Pokemon XD Gale of Darkness Switch 2 bug that was costing players progress has been fixed: "This happened to…A bug in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness that caused players to lose progress by forcefully quitting the game has been fixed. The issue affected the Nintendo Classics app version on the Nintendo Switch. Players can now continue their game without the risk of losing hours of playtime.
GameCube app updated to Version 1.6.1 and fixes Pokemon XD crashing issueNintendo has released version 1.6.1 of its GameCube app for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members. This update specifically addresses a bug in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness that caused the game to crash during gameplay.
Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics 1.6.1 update out nowNintendo has released version 1.6.1 of the Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics app for Nintendo Switch, addressing a critical bug in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness. The update resolves a crash issue that could lead to save data loss. No new games were added in this patch.
Nintendo Aware of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness Switch 2 CrashNintendo has acknowledged a bug affecting Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness when played on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo Switch Online GameCube application. The issue can cause the game to crash, shut down, and result in lost save data. While a fix is in development, Nintendo recommends using the 'Create Suspend Point' feature regularly to back up progress.
Nintendo investigating errors in Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness that cause the game to forcibly closeNintendo is investigating reported errors causing Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness to crash on the Nintendo Switch Online service. The company has apologized for the inconvenience and advised players to use the in-game Quick Save feature to prevent data loss. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Nintendo Download – March 19, 2026 (North America) – Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers, Rubato, moreThe North American Nintendo Download for the week of March 19, 2026, features new releases on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers and Rubato. The eShop also lists various sales and promotions for both platforms. Additionally, the My Nintendo Mario Kart World Open Series continues with the Knockout Tour event.
Nearly a year later, Nintendo has finally fixed the Switch 2 GameCube emulator's terrible analog stick mappingNintendo has quietly released an update for the GameCube emulator on Nintendo Switch Online, fixing the long-standing analog stick mapping issue that caused oversensitivity. While input lag remains, the update improves stick range to be closer to a real GameCube experience and also adds HDR support for the CRT shader.
Switch 2 Just Got One Of The Most Nostalgic Pokemon Spin-OffsPokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is now playable on the Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription service. The 2005 GameCube title is a fan-favorite for its storyline and unique Shadow Pokemon mechanics. Additionally, the upcoming game Pokemon Winds and Waves has been delayed to 2027, while the spin-off Pokemon Pokopia has become a fast-selling hit.- Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics adds Pokemon XD: Gale of DarknessPokemon XD: Gale of Darkness has been added to the Nintendo GameCube - Nintendo Classics lineup. This release makes the GameCube title available through Nintendo's classic game service.
- Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness hits Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2 in March [update: out now]Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness has been released on Nintendo Switch Online for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game was announced during a Pokemon Presents event and is now available. Pokemon Colosseum is also mentioned as being part of the service.
Monthly Video Game Releases: March 3rd to 31st | Console CreaturesThis article provides a comprehensive list of video game releases, DLC, expansions, and updates scheduled for March 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Meta Quest, iOS, and Android. It also includes a preview of major releases planned for April 2026.
Pokémon Pokopia is the series’ best game as it beats Resident Evil on MetacriticPokémon Pokopia has achieved the highest Metacritic score for any Pokémon game, currently sitting at 89 and surpassing titles like Pokémon Y. This spin-off, blending elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft, is also the highest-rated game of 2026 so far, outperforming Resident Evil Requiem. The success may influence future Game Freak titles and strengthen Nintendo's relationship with developers Omega Force and Koei Tecmo.
Everything Announced During the February Pokémon PresentsThe February Pokémon Presents featured numerous announcements, including the reveal of Generation 10 titled Pokémon Wind and Waves, set for a 2027 release. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Classics in March, and Pokémon Champions will launch on Nintendo Switch and mobile devices in April. Updates were also announced for Pokémon Masters EX, Pokémon Cafe Remix, and Pokémon TCG Pocket.
Pokémon Wind and Waves Announced, Gen 10 Starters RevealedThe Pokemon Company has announced the next generation of Pokémon games, titled Pokémon Wind and Waves, set to release in 2027 for the Nintendo Switch 2. The announcement revealed the new starter Pokémon: Gecqua (water), Pombon (fire), and Browt (grass), and showcased a tropical region with potential underwater exploration. The presentation also included updates on Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness coming to Switch Online and the release of Pokémon Champions in April for Switch and mobile.
Pokemon Winds and Waves Officially Revealed for 2027Nintendo and Game Freak have officially revealed Pokemon Winds and Waves, the next mainline titles in the series, set to launch exclusively for the Switch 2 in 2027. The games will feature an open-world island setting with underwater exploration and introduce new starter Pokemon: Browt (Grass), Pombon (Fire), and Gecqua (Water). The announcement was made during a Pokemon Presents showcase which also highlighted the upcoming release of Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness and Pokemon Champions on Nintendo Switch Online.
Pokémon Winds and Waves revealed for Switch 2 but the release date is a shockThe Pokémon Company has announced Pokémon Winds and Waves for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2027. The games will feature a tropical, island-inspired setting with underwater exploration and new starter Pokémon. This announcement also included details on other Pokémon releases such as Pokémon Champions and Pokémon XD: Gale Of Darkness for Nintendo Switch Online.
Everything We Saw At Pokémon Presents For February 2026 | Console CreaturesThe Pokémon Company revealed several upcoming releases and updates during their February 2026 presentation. New mainline titles, Pokémon Winds and Pokémon Waves, are slated for 2027. Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness is coming to Nintendo Switch Online in March 2026, and a Switch version of Pokémon Champions will launch in April 2026.