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Nintendo pre-order updates – May 10, 2026 – Star Fox, The Legend of Heroes, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video games and amiibo currently available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. Release dates range from May 2026 through November 2026, with some titles listed as TBA 2026.
Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 Games
Nintendo has reconfirmed the release windows for several major upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch 2, including Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and Splatoon Raiders. The company also announced price hikes for the console, citing market conditions. Upcoming titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Pokémon Winds and Waves have broader release targets, with some third-party games also highlighted.
Nintendo release schedule – May 2026
Nintendo has updated its release schedule for May 2026, confirming release dates for Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Heaven Groove. Star Fox was also recently announced, while Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is still slated for release this year. The company's plans for the latter half of 2026 remain largely undisclosed.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – May 3, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves clear the competition
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 15-21, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with 514 votes. Persona 4 Golden and Splatoon Raiders follow in second and third place respectively. The chart highlights games anticipated by Japanese gamers, with Nintendo Switch 2 titles dominating the top rankings.
Nintendo pre-order updates – May 3, 2026 –
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for various games and amiibo across North America, Canada, and the UK, with release dates spanning from April 2026 through November 2026, and some titles listed as TBA 2026. The list includes new releases, collector's editions, and books, with retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop mentioned for pre-orders.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 26, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves lead the way
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart reveals that Pokemon Winds and Waves remains the most anticipated title among Japanese gamers, according to reader votes cast between April 8 and April 14. Other popular upcoming games include Persona 4 Revival and Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo, with Pokemon Winds and Waves slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
New Star Fox Title Launching in June, But April Reveal is Up in the Air – Rumor
Insider NateTheHate claims a new classic-style Star Fox title is slated for a June release, though a previously planned April reveal might be delayed due to a marketing pivot by Nintendo. The insider also accurately predicted release windows for Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders, and suggests a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time could launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 near the holiday season.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders game and amiibo, more
Nintendo has provided updates on upcoming pre-orders for various games and amiibo, including Splatoon Raiders and its associated figures. The list details new releases and collector's editions available across North America, Europe, and the UK for the Nintendo Switch and PC.
Best 3DS Games Of All Time
This article ranks the top 20 games released for the Nintendo 3DS, highlighting titles that utilized the console's unique features like its dual screens and glasses-free 3D. The list includes exclusives such as Pokemon X and Y, Persona Q2, and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, alongside acclaimed remasters like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D and Majora's Mask 3D. The Nintendo 3DS, a successor to the DS, sold over 75 million units and offered backward compatibility with its predecessor.
Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch Is Up for Preorder
Rhythm Heaven Groove for the Nintendo Switch is now available for preorder at select retailers for $39.99. The rhythm game is scheduled to be released on July 2 of this year.
Nintendo Switch 2 Tops US Sales in March, Drives Increase in Overall Hardware Spending
The Nintendo Switch 2 topped US sales charts in March 2026, contributing to a 12 percent increase in overall video game spending to $5.3 billion. Hardware spending saw a significant 69 percent year-over-year rise, with the Switch 2 leading in both unit and dollar sales. Despite reportedly cutting production, the Switch 2's unit sales are 12 percent higher than its predecessor's first ten months.
Splatoon Raiders spin-off for Switch 2 resurfaces with summer release date
Nintendo has revealed a new trailer and a July 23 release date for Splatoon Raiders, a single-player spin-off for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will feature character customization, mechanical gadgets, and combat against Salmonids, with support from the Deep Cut characters. New amiibo figures for Deep Cut will also launch alongside the game.
Japan: Latest Famitsu most wanted charts
The latest Famitsu most wanted charts for Japan show Pokémon Winds & Waves in the top spot with 599 votes. Pragmata follows closely in second place with 541 votes. The list also features other anticipated titles such as Ganbare Goemon Daishuugo and Persona 4 Revival.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 19, 2026
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from April 1-7, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves retaining the top spot. New entries include Neptunia Unlimited, while popular titles like Pragmata, Persona 4 Revival, and Grand Theft Auto 6 also feature prominently on the list.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 19, 2026 – Rhythm Heaven Groove and more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details release dates, editions, and participating stores for a wide range of upcoming games and amiibo.
Japan: Latest Famitsu most wanted games
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart reveals that Pokémon Winds & Waves is the most anticipated game in Japan with 557 votes. Capcom's Pragmata follows closely behind with 551 votes. The list includes other highly anticipated titles such as Persona 4 Revival and Grand Theft Auto VI.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 12, 2026 Pokemon Winds / Waves is your new #1
Pokemon Winds and Waves has topped Famitsu's most wanted games chart for April 2026, based on reader votes cast between March 25-31. Pragmata and Persona 4 Revival follow in the rankings, with several other titles also making their debut or climbing the list.
Two First-Party Switch 2 Ratings Have Been Spotted
New ratings for Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave have reportedly appeared on Nintendo's European webpages, indicating PEGI 7 and PEGI 12 ratings respectively. Fire Emblem is slated for a 2026 release, while Splatoon Raiders' release date is currently unconfirmed. The article also mentions other upcoming and recently released Nintendo Switch titles.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (11th April)
Several Nintendo Life editors share their weekend gaming plans, including titles like Pokémon Champions, Batman: Arkham Knight, and the Double Dragon & Kunio-kun bundle. The passing of series creator Yoshihisa Kishimoto is also noted, prompting replays of his classic games.
Every game rumored for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026
This article compiles rumors and speculation about games potentially coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. While only a few titles have confirmed release dates, numerous unannounced games, including remakes and new installments in existing franchises, are rumored to be in development or planned for porting. Sources like NateTheHate are cited for many of these claims, though the article stresses that these are unconfirmed.
