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Ranking all of Nintendo’s Switch 2 upgrade packs from worst to best
This article ranks various paid upgrade packs for Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, evaluating their value based on performance boosts, graphical improvements, and added content. Titles like Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Bros. Wonder are highlighted for their substantial additions, while others like Super Mario Party Jamboree and Pokemon Legends: Z-A are criticized for offering minimal unique features for their cost.
Last Chance To Grab These 69 Switch 1 & 2 Games In Nintendo's 'Spotlight Sale' (North America)
Nintendo is holding a 'Spotlight Sale' on the North American eShop, featuring discounts on numerous Nintendo Switch games. The sale ends on April 29th, offering a chance to purchase titles that received high scores or are otherwise recommended. This guide highlights some of the best deals available.
Famitsu software sales (4/6/26 – 4/12/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese software sales data for the week of April 6th to April 12th, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia leads the charts on the Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Mario Kart World. Starfield makes its debut on the PlayStation 5 in the top 30.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder updated to Version 1.2.1 (patch notes)
Nintendo has released update Version 1.2.1 for Super Mario Bros. Wonder, specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. The patch notes indicate general adjustments and fixes to improve the gameplay experience, though details are vague. No changes were made to the original Nintendo Switch version.
PSA: Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Switch 2 Edition Has Received Another Small Update
Nintendo has released a minor update for Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch, bringing the game to version 1.2.1. The update includes general "adjustments and fixes" to improve the gameplay experience. This follows previous updates that added amiibo support and other changes related to the Switch 2 Edition.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder 1.2.1 update out now, patch notes
Nintendo has released version 1.2.1 of Super Mario Bros. Wonder for the Nintendo Switch. This update includes general adjustments and fixes to improve the gameplay experience, though specific details were not provided.
Giselle Fernandez Fire & Ice RGX 2026 Guest of Honor
Voice actress Giselle Fernandez, known for her roles as Princess Daisy and Baby Daisy in the Super Mario franchise, has been announced as a Guest of Honor for Fire & Ice RGX 2026. The convention will take place on June 20-21, 2026, at the Roebbelen Center in Roseville, CA. Fernandez has also lent her voice to other games like League of Legends and Zenless Zone Zero.
Rosalina and Samus have new Nintendo eShop cards, plus an eShop credit sale is live
Nintendo has released new $200 and $150 eShop cards featuring Rosalina and Samus, respectively. Additionally, a sale is currently active on the Nintendo eShop, offering the $10 credit for $8.98. These new cards and the ongoing sale provide opportunities for fans to purchase digital content.
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.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia rises
The UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem as the overall top seller. Pokemon Pokopia saw a significant rise to second place, while Mario Kart World dropped to fifth. The chart lists the top 40 best-selling games for the period.
Nintendo reveals Europe’s best-selling digital games for March 2026
Nintendo has released the top 15 best-selling digital games in Europe for March 2026 across both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Pokemon Pokopia secured the top spot, followed by the new release Monster Hunter Stories 3. The list includes a variety of popular titles across both console generations.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – April 12, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia leads, Pragmata approaches
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of April 12, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia leading sales. Pragmata is also making a strong showing with pre-loads beginning. The charts detail top-selling games and download-only titles on the platform.
6 things we want to see from a Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake
This article discusses desired features for a hypothetical remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo Switch. Suggestions include updated combat, potential voice acting for key scenes, a post-game epilogue, and a departure from the Breath of the Wild engine. The author also hopes for a 60 FPS frame rate, remastered music, and enhanced characterization for supporting characters.
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.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – April 2026
This article prompts readers to share what games they are currently playing in April 2026, mentioning titles like Pokemon Pokopia, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Darwin's Paradox, Kena: Bridge of Spirits, and South of Midnight. It also includes a brief discussion from the previous week about 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' with opinions ranging from fun but lacking cohesion to a beloved mess.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 11, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Champions square off for first
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 11, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream taking the top spot based on pre-loads alone, with Pokemon Champions and its Starter Pack in second place. The charts detail the top 30 all-games and download-only titles, featuring a mix of new releases and evergreen bestsellers.
Famitsu software sales (3/30/26 – 4/5/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of March 30 to April 5. Pokemon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2 leads the charts, followed by Mario Kart World and Minecraft. The data includes sales figures for various games across Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Japan: Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed 5 million units sold
The Nintendo Switch 2 has sold over 5 million units in Japan since its June 2025 launch, significantly outpacing the PlayStation 5's sales in the same timeframe. The article also details this week's best-selling physical software and hardware sales figures for various consoles in Japan.
Famitsu Sales: 3/30/26 – 4/5/26
Famitsu has released its estimated physical game software sales data for Japan for the week of March 30, 2026, to April 5, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia for Switch 2 was the top-selling game, while the Switch 2 also led hardware sales. The report details software and hardware unit sales for various platforms including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series.
Famitsu sales (3/30/26 – 4/5/26) – Nintendo Switch 2 leads hardware sales
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu shows the Nintendo Switch 2 leading with 59,543 units sold for the week of March 30 to April 5. PlayStation 5 followed with 12,141 units. Software charts indicate Pokemon Pokopia as the top seller on the Switch 2, with Minecraft and Animal Crossing: New Horizons also performing well on the original Nintendo Switch.
