The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
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Intro a 7-Year-Old to Zelda Without Ruining Save | TAG
This guide provides strategies for introducing a 7-year-old to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom or Breath of the Wild without compromising your existing save files. It recommends creating a separate Nintendo user profile for children and suggests starting with Breath of the Wild due to its simpler mechanics and gentler opening.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 31, 2026 – Mina the Hollower takes down Yoshi
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 31, 2026, show Mina the Hollower debuting at number one, unseating Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. New entries Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen and Stray also made their debut on the charts.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 30, 2026 – Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, LumenTale all debut
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 30, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remaining at #1. New releases Mina the Hollower, Poppy Playtime: Chapter 5, and LumenTale: Memories of Trey all debuted in the top rankings.
The demand for weapons in Subnautica 2 reveals the difficulty of separating open worlds from conquest
This analysis explores the design of Subnautica 2's open world, contrasting it with conventional genre tropes and discussing its thematic implications of colonialism and player agency. Designer Nikhil Murthy's insights highlight how the game attempts to move away from 'amusement park' design by de-emphasizing player conquest and focusing on a narrative of disposable labor and environmental interaction.
Round Up: Mina the Hollower Earns Critical Acclaim, Best-Rated Game of 2026 in First Reviews
Mina the Hollower has received widespread critical acclaim, achieving a Metacritic score of 93 and becoming the highest-rated game of 2026 so far. Reviews praise its masterful game design, striking art style, and engaging combat, drawing comparisons to classics like The Legend of Zelda and Elden Ring. The game is available on PC and Nintendo Switch, with a PlayStation 5 release scheduled for May 29, 2026.
Zelda boss Eiji Aonuma was so impressed with Resident Evil 4 that he thought "I should have done it myself"
The Legend of Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma revealed that he was highly impressed by Resident Evil 4 during the development of Twilight Princess, even feeling he should have created it himself. Aonuma discussed his transition to producer and how he learned from Resident Evil 4's direction, while also noting that the Resident Evil team might have been inspired by Zelda.
Former Nintendo of America president admits NES and SNES classics were made "to sustain our business":…
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that the NES Classic Edition and Super Nintendo Entertainment System Classic Edition were released to sustain the company's business during the struggling Wii U era. He explained these mini consoles were crucial for achieving sales volume during holiday seasons when the Wii U had limited support.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatable
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.
Ranking the Zelda games on Nintendo Switch from best to worst
This article ranks all main series The Legend of Zelda games available on the Nintendo Switch, from best to worst. It also briefly discusses spin-off titles like Hyrule Warriors and Cadence of Hyrule. The ranking places The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild at the top, followed closely by The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Famitsu software sales (5/11/26 – 5/17/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of May 11-17, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with over 98,000 units sold. Several Nintendo Switch 2 titles also appeared in the top 30, including Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World.
Nintendo Music Adds Another Zelda Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included
The Nintendo Music app has been updated to include the full soundtrack for The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, featuring 105 tracks composed by Ryō Nagamatsu. This addition joins other Zelda soundtracks already available on the service for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026 – Tomodachi Life at #1, Indiana Jones gets Nintendo Switch 2 bump
The UK software sales chart for the week ending May 16, 2026, sees Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream return to the number one spot. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle re-entered the top 40 at second place following the release of its Nintendo Switch 2 version.
UK Charts: Indiana Jones Commences His Great Circular Crusade On Switch 2
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle debuted at number 2 on the UK physical sales charts for the Nintendo Switch 2, with 99% of sales on that platform. Despite a strong launch, it was outsold by Nintendo's Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The strong performance of Indiana Jones on the Switch 2 suggests high demand for major ports on the upcoming console.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 17, 2026 – Yoshi overthrows Pokemon Pokopia
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 17, 2026, show "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book" taking the top spot, dethroning "Pokemon Pokopia" due to pre-load sales. "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" and "Outbound" also entered the top ten.
The best SD cards for Nintendo Switch 2
This guide covers the best MicroSD Express cards for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting brands like Samsung, Lexar, and SanDisk. Due to high demand from AI data centers, these cards are currently expensive, with a 512 GB SanDisk option recommended for balancing price and storage. The article also suggests splitting game libraries between physical and digital to save space, listing several Nintendo Switch 2 games that are large downloads.
This game about being a chaotic mage might be the best indie immersive sim you can play, as I learned after destroying a…
Rhell: Warped Worlds & Troubled Souls is an indie immersive sim that blends Zelda-like exploration with a deep spellcasting system. Players can combine up to five spells to solve puzzles and interact with a highly systemic world, leading to emergent and often chaotic gameplay. The game encourages experimentation, with mistakes often resulting in humorous slapstick moments rather than harsh penalties.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 16, 2026 – Tomodachi Life on a strong run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 16, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Several other popular titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe also feature prominently in the all-games list, while download-only games like Pokemon FireRed and Nine Sols are highlighted.
Is Nintendo Switch Online worth it in 2026? Our verdict
This analysis evaluates the value of Nintendo Switch Online in 2026, considering its evolution since its 2018 launch. While initial online play faced criticism, the service now offers a robust library of retro games from NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, and more, alongside features like cloud saves and free DLC for Expansion Pack members. Despite some drawbacks like limited drip-feeding of new retro titles and certain game exclusions from cloud save functionality, the subscription is deemed a worthwhile investment due to its expanded benefits and competitive pricing, especially with family plans.
LEGO Zelda Great Deku Tree set being retired, here’s where you can get it
The LEGO The Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree set, inspired by Ocarina of Time and Breath of the Wild, is reportedly being retired and will likely be unavailable starting in July. The 2,500-piece set includes detailed models, interactive features, and minifigures of Link, Princess Zelda, Hestu, and other characters.
