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Nintendo Download - August 6, 2026 - NintendoFuse
This week's Nintendo Download features the soulslike game Lies of P: Complete Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, new Virtual Boy titles for Nintendo Classics, and the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass. It also highlights game trials for NBA 2K26 and various in-game events and music additions.
Nintendo Download – August 6, 2026 (North America) – The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Montabi, more
Nintendo's North American eShop update for the week of August 6, 2026, features new releases like The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and Madden NFL 27 Deluxe Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2. The update also includes DLC for The Pokémon Pokopia, various digital downloads, and a game trial for NBA 2K26 for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Tetris 99 56th Maximus Cup announced, new Splatoon Raiders theme incoming
Tetris 99 has announced its 56th Maximus Cup event, running from August 7 to August 11. Players can unlock a special Splatoon Raiders theme by collecting 100 points, earned through online matches with higher placements yielding more points. The theme includes unique art, music, and Tetrimino designs.
Time to Get all the Tetris 99 Themes You Missed - NintendoFuse
Nintendo is holding a limited-time event for Tetris 99, allowing players to acquire missed in-game themes for a reduced cost of two tickets each, down from the usual 30. New players will receive 10 tickets instantly. The event runs from July 23 to August 16, 2026.
Evening Reading - July 24, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming news items, including the announcement of Forza Horizon 6 and updates for games like 007 First Light, Marvel Rivals, and Disney Dreamlight Valley. It also highlights ongoing sales for PlayStation and Xbox, PC download deals, and a Hades 2 cover song. The article also mentions Shacknews's collection of video game maps and a segment on former President Obama playing WNBA games.
Nintendo Download: Play It By Ear in Rhythm Heaven Groove – Available Today!
Nintendo has announced its latest download offerings for the Nintendo Switch, featuring the rhythm game Rhythm Heaven Groove and Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains. Pre-orders are now open for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, set to launch on August 11. The update also highlights ongoing summer sales on the Nintendo eShop and promotions for Nintendo Switch Online memberships.
Nintendo Download – July 2, 2026 (North America) – Rhythm Heaven Groove, Moonlight Peaks, more
The North American Nintendo Download for July 2, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Rhythm Heaven Groove and Moonlight Peaks. Sales on digital games and DLC for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 systems are also available. Additionally, Mario Kart World received a free update with new rallies, and Tetris 99 is hosting its 55th Maximus Cup event with a Star Fox theme.
Nintendo Switch Online is what Game Pass wanted to be - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Nintendo Switch Online is a more successful subscription service than Microsoft's Game Pass. The author highlights Nintendo's lower price point, retro game focus, and less aggressive marketing as key factors in its quiet success, contrasting it with Game Pass's perceived issues with rising prices and overwhelming choice.
Nintendo Download: Prepare for Sortie with Team Star Fox!
Nintendo has announced its latest eShop updates for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, featuring new releases like Star Fox, DELTARUNE Chapter 5, and Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition. The company is also promoting summer sales on digital games and offering a bonus month for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack memberships.
Tetris 99 announces 55th Maximus Cup with Star Fox theme
Nintendo announced the 55th Maximus Cup for Tetris 99, featuring a Star Fox theme. Players can unlock the theme by earning 100 event points in the game's online mode. The event runs from July 10 to July 13.
Mina the Hollower and Call of Duty join this week’s eShop roundup
The Nintendo eShop is featuring several new releases, including Yacht Club Games' retro-inspired action-RPG Mina the Hollower and the latest Call of Duty title, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, for the Nintendo Switch 2. A new mobile game, Pictonico!, which uses phone photos for minigames, is also available on Android and iOS devices.
Tetris 99's Latest Crossover Event Celebrates Yoshi's New Game, Unlock A Special Theme
Tetris 99 is hosting its 54th in-game event, a crossover celebrating the release of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch. The event runs from May 29th to June 1st, and players can unlock a special Yoshi-themed cosmetic set by earning 100 event points. Participation requires an active Nintendo Switch Online membership.
Tetris 99's Latest Crossover Event Celebrates Yoshi's New Game, Unlock A New Theme
Nintendo is hosting a crossover event in Tetris 99 to celebrate the release of Yoshi's Mysterious Book on the Nintendo Switch. The event runs from May 29th to June 1st, 2026, and players can unlock a special Yoshi-themed art and music theme by earning 100 event points. Participation requires a Nintendo Account and an active Switch Online membership.
Tetris 99 announces 54th Maximus Cup with Yoshi and the Mysterious Book theme
Nintendo has announced the 54th Maximus Cup for Tetris 99, featuring a new theme based on Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Players can earn event points to unlock special art, music, and Tetrimino designs. The event requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership and runs from May 29 to June 1.
Bandit Trap joins this week’s Nintendo eShop roundup
This week's Nintendo eShop update features the physics-based brawler Bandit Trap and the Star Wars-themed Monopoly: Heroes vs. Villains, which is available for pre-order. The Nintendo Music app has added tracks from Mario Tennis Aces and Super Mario Galaxy 2, while Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd MAXIMUS CUP event with Tomodachi Life themes.
Tomdachi Life: Living The Dream 'Welcome Version' Demo Receives Another Update
Nintendo has released another update for the demo version of its social simulation game, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, bringing the 'Welcome Version' to 1.0.2. This patch addresses several issues to improve the gameplay experience, following previous updates to both the demo and the full game. A crossover event with Tetris 99 is also currently available.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream 'Welcome Version' Demo Receives Another Update
Nintendo has released update Version 1.0.2 for the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 'Welcome Version' demo on Nintendo Switch, addressing several issues to improve the gameplay experience. This follows a previous update that fixed a game-crashing bug. A crossover event for the game is also available in Tetris 99.
Nintendo Download: May’s Blooming
Nintendo's latest download update for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 includes new titles like Bandit Trap and Monopoly: Star Wars Heroes vs. Villains. The update also features new music tracks from Mario Tennis Aces and Super Mario Galaxy 2, and announces the 53rd Tetris 99 Maximus Cup event with Tomodachi Life themes.
Nintendo Download – April 30, 2026 (North America) – Constance, Picross S Konami Antiques Edition, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 30, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop, including Constance and Picross S Konami Antiques Edition. Additionally, Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd MAXIMUS CUP event, offering a new theme inspired by Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Tetris 99 announces 53rd Maximus Cup with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream theme
Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd Maximus Cup event, offering players the chance to unlock a special "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream" theme. The event runs from May 1st to May 4th and requires players to earn 100 event points to obtain the theme, which includes unique art, music, and Tetrimino designs. This event follows previous Maximus Cups that featured themes from games like Super Mario Galaxy.
