Tomb Raider: Definitive Editon
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Rise of the Tomb Raider Nintendo Switch 2 interview: devs on bringing the game over, lack of Switch 1 version, gyro controls, more
Aspyr discusses bringing Rise of the Tomb Raider to the Nintendo Switch 2, explaining that the original Switch lacked the necessary performance capabilities. Developers Anna Grant and Kay Gilmore detailed the porting process, the decision to base the release on the 20 Year Celebration edition, and the challenges of running the graphically intensive game at 30fps. They also addressed the possibility of future gyro control support.
Rise of the Tomb Raider Nintendo Switch 2 devs explain why it doesn’t run at 60 FPS on the console
Aspyr developers explained that Rise of the Tomb Raider is locked to 30 FPS on the Nintendo Switch 2 because achieving 60 FPS would have required significant compromises that would frustrate players. The team explored unlocking the frame rate but found performance inconsistent, leading to stuttering. The game is currently available on the platform.
"We are profoundly disappointed by Sony's decision" – Game companies express dismay at the end of PlayStation disc production
Sony plans to cease production of new PlayStation game discs by January 2028, shifting to an all-digital model and closing older digital storefronts. This decision has drawn criticism from various game companies and preservationists who view physical media as crucial for ownership, preservation, and consumer choice.
"RIP PLAYSTATION 1994-2026" - Players are flocking to Sony's old PS4 anti-DRM video in the wake of its shock decision to scrap physical games
Sony announced it will cease production of physical discs for PlayStation games starting January 2028, shifting to an all-digital future. This decision has sparked significant backlash from players concerned about anti-consumer practices and the loss of permanent ownership. In response, gamers have revisited a 2013 anti-DRM video featuring Shuhei Yoshida and Adam Boyes, highlighting the perceived shift in Sony's player-centric stance.
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Sony will end physical disc production for new PlayStation games in January 2028. This change comes as physical media for titles like Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is still planned for the Nintendo Switch.
Limited Run announces Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition physical for Switch 2
Limited Run Games has partnered with Square Enix to release a physical version of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch. This edition will include all DLC, online multiplayer, and bonus content, with options to purchase the game standalone or as part of a collector's set.
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 physical release announced, standard and collector’s edition versions
Limited Run Games has announced a physical release for Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch, including both standard and collector's editions. The collector's edition will feature the game, soundtrack CD, steelcase, map, and a pry axe keychain. Pre-orders begin on July 2, 2026.
Nintendo 2 Switch eShop charts – June 21, 2026 – Star Fox and The Adventures of Elliot compete for the top spot
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of June 21, 2026, show Star Fox leading in pre-loads, followed by The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales. The charts detail the top-selling games, including various editions and expansions for popular titles like Zelda and Pokemon.
