Princess Peach: Showtime!
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Yoshi and the Mysterious Book developer finally revealedGood-Feel has been officially revealed as the developer of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a title fans had previously speculated about. Composer Kumi Tanioka also confirmed her involvement in the game's soundtrack. The game is set to release on Nintendo Switch on May 21.
Unreal Engine 5.8 gets new Lumen mode to improve performance on handhelds, should benefit Nintendo Switch 2Unreal Engine 5.8 introduces a new Lumen mode designed to improve performance and target 60 FPS on current-gen handheld consoles, potentially benefiting the Nintendo Switch 2. This update aims to enhance global illumination quality while maintaining art direction, addressing previous performance struggles with the engine's features on various platforms.
Best Nintendo Switch games for kidsThis guide highlights the best Nintendo Switch games suitable for children and new players, focusing on titles with accessible gameplay and family-friendly themes. It features popular games like Yoshi's Crafted World, various Kirby and Super Mario titles, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Minecraft, alongside recommendations from Outright Games.
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto is baffled by The Super Mario Galaxy Movie criticismNintendo director Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the negative critical reception of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, despite its significant box office success. While the film's audience score is high, critics have panned it, a sentiment Miyamoto finds baffling. He also stated that Princess Peach's new origin story from the movie will be incorporated into future games.
Talking Point: If The Star Fox Rumours Are True, Where The Heck's Our Captain Toad Sequel?Amidst rumors of a new Star Fox game, this article argues that Nintendo should prioritize a sequel to Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. The author points to Captain Toad's increased visibility in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and its sequel as evidence of his potential, contrasting it with the long gap since the last Captain Toad game and the lukewarm reception of the most recent Star Fox title.- How The Super Mario Galaxy Movie became the most authentic video game movie everThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie is discussed as the most authentic video game adaptation due to its faithful recreation of characters and gameplay elements, mirroring Nintendo's game design philosophy. Despite critical reviews, the film's success highlights Nintendo's strategy to diversify revenue streams beyond console gaming.
Manosphere gets all pent up because little old Satisfactory poked a bit of fun at themThe developers of Satisfactory, Coffee Stain, sparked controversy with an April Fools' Day joke that playfully addressed the underrepresentation of male characters in the game, given the player character is female by default. This led to backlash from a segment of the player base, who accused the company of being 'woke' and engaging in culture wars, prompting a discussion about gender representation and player expectations in gaming.
Nintendo Music – list of all games includedNintendo has released a comprehensive list of games that will feature music in their upcoming Nintendo Music service. The list includes titles spanning various Nintendo platforms, from the NES to the Nintendo Switch, with many fan-favorite franchises represented.
The 11 Super Mario side characters who deserve their own gameThis article discusses which Super Mario side characters deserve their own dedicated video game. It highlights characters like Toad, Goomba, Lakitu, Boo, Kamek, Waluigi, Daisy, Nabbit, Geno, and Mallow, exploring potential game concepts for each. While Princess Peach and Luigi have had their own titles, the article argues they could still benefit from more substantial games.
The Best Nintendo Switch Deals This Week (March 3, 2026)This week's Nintendo Switch deals include discounts on numerous games, accessories, and consoles, with many savings available through Woot's ongoing event. Notable game deals feature first-party titles like Pokemon Legends: Z-A and third-party releases such as Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Accessory bundles and console price cuts on the Switch Lite and refurbished OLED model are also available.
Nintendo Music soundtrack updates for Feb. 23rd, 2026Nintendo has been consistently adding soundtracks from its various games to the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online members. Recent additions include music from Super Mario Land 2, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, Paper Mario: The Origami King, and many more titles spanning decades of Nintendo history. The app allows users to stream or download music, search by game or track, and even loop or extend tracks for background listening.- Daily Video Game Deals Feb 23 – Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classic, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind & MoreDaily video game deals for February 24th include discounts on Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games - Every First-Party Title To Pass One Million SalesThis article details the best-selling first-party games on the Nintendo Switch, listing 87 titles that have surpassed one million units sold as of March 2026. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads the pack with over 71 million sales, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The list includes sales figures and brief descriptions for each game, also noting some early Switch 2 titles that have reached the milestone.