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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 24, 2026 – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 24, 2026, show Super Smash Bros. Ultimate reclaiming the number one spot. Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse drops to second, while Final Fantasy Resonance debuts with two editions in the top ten.
Famitsu software sales (10/12/26 – 10/18/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of October 12, 2026. Tales of Eternia Remastered for the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted at the top of the charts, followed by Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and another entry for Tales of Eternia Remastered on Nintendo Switch.
Games Inbox: Is the video games industry dying?
Multiple readers express concern over the current state of the video games industry, citing high development costs, studio closures, and a perceived decline in quality. There is a debate about whether the industry is truly dying, particularly in the West, with some readers finding solace in Nintendo's unique approach and the enduring appeal of physical media.
Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai thinks gen-AI will cause a surge of unoriginal games, but says human creativity can't be replicated
Super Smash Bros. director Masahiro Sakurai believes generative AI will lead to a significant increase in unoriginal games, with many becoming unprofitable due to mass production and poor quality. However, he asserts that unique human creativity, exemplified by designers like Fumito Ueda, cannot be replicated by AI as it can only reference existing works.
These Smash Bros. characters should stay the same in the next game
This article discusses which characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate are well-designed and should remain largely unchanged in future installments. It highlights King K. Rool, Captain Falcon, Mr. Game & Watch, Ridley, and the fighting game characters Ryu, Ken, Terry, and Kazuya as examples of fighters whose movesets accurately represent their origins and are iconic within the Smash Bros. series.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 17, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 17, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse debuting at number one, with its Midnight Edition also charting high. Just Dance: Decades of Hits also saw a strong launch, entering the charts at number seven. Final Fantasy Resonance also made its first appearance on the charts due to pre-loads.
Famitsu software sales (10/5/26 – 10/11/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of October 5, 2026. Kingdom Hearts Collection debuted at the top of the charts on Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Rhythm Heaven Groove and Ace Combat 8 on PlayStation 5.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling Switch 2 and Switch digital games for September 2026
Nintendo has released the best-selling digital games for the Japanese Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShops for September 2026. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave topped the charts for the Switch 2, while Rhythm Heaven Groove led on the Switch. The lists include a variety of new and established titles.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 10, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse approaches
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 10, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse making a strong debut with two entries in the top five. Minecraft has reclaimed the top spot, while Minecraft Dungeons 2 has fallen to tenth place. Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix also entered the top ten.
Famitsu software sales (9/28/26 – 10/4/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of September 28 to October 4, 2026. Ace Combat 8 debuted at the top of the charts on PlayStation 5, while Rhythm Heaven Groove continues to perform strongly on Nintendo Switch.
I flew straight down the volcano in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and I'm happy to report that one of my favorite childhood activities just got way better
Nintendo Switch Sports offers a fun and improved experience over its predecessor, Wii Sports Resort, with more responsive motion controls and engaging new sports like Thumb Wrestling and Archery. The game also features expansive exploration modes on Wuhu Island, appealing to both competitive players and those who enjoy casual discovery, all enhanced by the Nintendo Switch's capabilities.
Platinum boss teases more Bayonetta games in the future, despite series co-creator Hideki Kamiya having left the studio
PlatinumGames president Atsushi Inaba expressed a strong desire to continue the Bayonetta series, despite several key developers, including co-creator Hideki Kamiya, having departed the studio. While unable to confirm new projects, Inaba stated the studio aims to further develop the character and her world.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 3, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2 sweeps
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 3, 2026, show Minecraft Dungeons 2 dominating the top spots. EA Sports FC 27 also made a strong debut in the top ten, while Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix is charting ahead of its release.
Famitsu software sales (9/14/26 – 9/20/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of September 14-20, 2026. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave debuted at the top on Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The data includes sales figures for numerous titles across various platforms.
US court orders Redditor to pay Nintendo £3.4m over Switch piracy
A US District Judge has ordered Redditor James Williams, known as "Archbox" and a moderator for r/SwitchPirates, to pay Nintendo $4.5 million (£3.4 million) in damages for facilitating Nintendo Switch game piracy. The judgment includes $150,000 for each of the 30 pirated games, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Williams failed to respond to the lawsuit, leading to a default judgment and a permanent injunction against further distribution of pirated Nintendo content.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 26, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy now on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 26, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 taking the top spot. Metroid Dread dropped to fourth place, while Minecraft Dungeons is poised for a strong debut. The list includes a wide range of popular titles across both full game and download-only categories.
Kirby Air Riders’ forgotten feature
Despite Kirby Air Riders selling nearly two million copies, its amiibo training feature has failed to gain traction compared to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This is attributed to several factors including the high cost of amiibo figures, the complexity of training with swappable vehicles and per-vehicle proficiency, and technical limitations with the dual NFC chips preventing data extraction and analysis. The limited character selection in the amiibo line-up further contributes to its lack of popularity.
Switch Pirate Ignored Nintendo’s Lawsuit, Now He Owes $4.5 Million
A former Reddit moderator, James Williams, has been ordered by a Washington court to pay Nintendo $4.5 million in damages for illegally distributing Nintendo Switch games. The lawsuit, filed in June 2024, accused Williams of using circumvention software to bypass Nintendo's systems and distribute over 30 titles, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Despite being aware of the case, Williams failed to respond, leading Judge Lauren King to award Nintendo the statutory maximum penalty.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling Switch 2 and Switch digital games for August 2026
Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for August 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Village in the Shade topped the charts for the Switch 2, while Rhythm Heaven Fever led on the original Switch. The lists feature a mix of new releases and enduring popular titles.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 19, 2026 – Metroid Dread rises to the top thanks to Metroid Ravenous
Metroid Dread has climbed to the top of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 19, 2026, following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also saw a significant boost, reaching second place due to the Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale.
