The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
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Final Fantasy 14, Monster Hunter, and Animal Crossing top new survey of games Japanese players have spent the most time…
A survey of 5,400 Japanese players revealed the games they have spent the most time playing, with Final Fantasy 14 topping the list. Other notable entries include Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G, Animal Crossing New Horizons, and Minecraft, while surprisingly, no Pokemon titles made the top 20.
If knowledge if power, why are game companies setting it alight?
Recent waves of layoffs in the video game industry, including significant cuts at Microsoft, are leading to a devastating loss of institutional knowledge. This collective wisdom, crucial for development workflows and efficiency, is often undocumented and passed between colleagues. Companies like Nintendo are highlighted as prioritizing the preservation of this knowledge, while others risk reinventing the wheel and facing increased crunch due to employee turnover.
Live-Action Zelda Movie Actor Was Too Young To Play Breath Of The Wild When It Released
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, the actor cast as Link in the upcoming live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, was too young to play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild when it was released in 2017. Ainsworth, born in September 2008, was only eight years old at the time and did not own a Nintendo Switch. He has since become familiar with the franchise's legacy ahead of the movie's planned April 30, 2027 release.
The Legend of Zelda movie's Link, Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, couldn't play Breath of the Wild because of his age (and the lack of a Switch)
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who will play Link in the upcoming Legend of Zelda movie, revealed he couldn't play Breath of the Wild at launch due to his age and not owning a Nintendo Switch. The 17-year-old actor watched playthroughs instead and later familiarized himself with the series' extensive history. The Legend of Zelda movie is set for a 2027 release, with Wes Ball directing.
20 years later, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess still has Zelda's best dungeons
Twenty years after its release, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess is still lauded for having the best dungeons in the series. The article highlights how Twilight Princess's detailed, functional environments and immersive motion controls created a tangible sense of place and consequence, contrasting it with the broader scope of newer titles like Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. The unique items and their integration into dungeon puzzles and boss fights are also praised as key elements of its superior design.
Shigeru Miyamoto was "pleased" to sell the original Nintendo Switch for 8 years as "customers aren't…
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto believes that customers are no longer primarily focused on console hardware specifications, citing the long lifespan and success of the Nintendo Switch. He suggests that Nintendo's focus on unique playstyles and innovative hardware interfaces, rather than raw power, is key to its appeal, drawing parallels to the success of the Nintendo DS and Wii.
Zelda Movie actor couldn’t play Breath of Wild at launch because he was too young
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who plays Link in the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, revealed he was too young to play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild when it launched. He could not share details about the film but mentioned his age as a factor in not playing the game at release.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders immediately hits #1
Splatoon Raiders debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026. Several other Nintendo titles, including Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia, also charted well. The list features a wide range of games from various publishers.
The Legend of Zelda movie's Link actor couldn't play Breath of the Wild when it launched because he was too…
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth, who will play Link in the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, revealed he was too young to play The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild when it launched in 2017. He watched playthroughs of the game before being cast in the film. The Legend of Zelda movie is set to release on May 7, 2027.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders leads the way
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 26, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders leading the way after its launch. Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster also debuted on the charts at number six. The article lists the top 30 games and top 30 download-only games on the eShop.
Now Playing at SUPERJUMP, Issue 42
Writers for SUPERJUMP share their current gaming experiences, including Persona 5 Royal, Urban Myth Dissolution Center, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, and Bionic Bay. The discussions cover personal progress, game design critiques, and the impact of technical performance on player enjoyment.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 25, 2026 – Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game makes its debut at #7 overall and leads the download-only category. Rhythm Heaven Groove remains at #2.
I think I know what the first Hasbro Legend of Zelda action figures will be thanks to this tease
Hasbro has teased its first Legend of Zelda action figures, featuring miniature versions of the Master Sword and Hylian Shield. The design of the Hylian Shield suggests the initial wave of toys will be based on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, or The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The article speculates that Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom are the most likely candidates due to their popularity.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Pokopia lead for Nintendo
The UK software sales chart for the week ending July 18, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top five. Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced leads the chart, followed by EA Sports FC 26 and 007 First Light. New releases are quiet, with Splatoon Raiders anticipated soon.
Most Nintendo Employees Found Out About Tears Of The Kingdom When You Did
Many Nintendo employees learned about the existence of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom during its E3 2019 announcement, with security around the project being exceptionally high. Former Nintendo of America marketing leads revealed that only a select few were privy to the game's development prior to its reveal. The sequel to Breath of the Wild was later released to critical acclaim on the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 19, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders shoots to the top before launch
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 19, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders topping the list due to pre-loads ahead of its imminent launch. New releases Denshattack and Go-Go Town also made strong debuts on the charts.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life starts a new streak
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 18, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top position. The charts list the top 30 best-selling games overall and the top 30 download-only titles.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was so secret within Nintendo, most employees found out about it for the first time at its…
Former Nintendo of America marketing and PR leads Kit Ellis and Krysta Yang revealed that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was one of the company's most secretive projects. The vast majority of Nintendo employees, including Yang, were unaware of the game's existence until its surprise reveal trailer at E3 2019, with fewer than 10 people at Nintendo of America knowing about it beforehand.
A NEW FANTASY ARPG-LITE LAUNCHES AUGUST 11
Refractive Entertainment announced that Luminary, a fantasy ARPG-lite designed for solo and co-op play, will launch into Steam Early Access on August 11 for $19.99. The game features shared progression, forgiving combat, and exploration, with a focus on accessible fantasy adventure.
Palworld 1.0 Has Ensnared Millions – Here’s Why
Palworld's 1.0 release has seen a significant surge in players, reaching over 855,000 concurrent users on Steam shortly after launching out of early access. This success is attributed to its blend of survival crafting, open-world exploration, and a unique creature-collecting formula that differentiates it from competitors like Pokemon. The substantial content added in the 1.0 update, including new regions, Pals, and mechanics, has revitalized interest and drawn players back to the game.
