Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
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Rhythm Heaven Groove comes to Switch on July 2
Nintendo has announced that Rhythm Heaven Groove will be released on July 2 for the Nintendo Switch, with compatibility expected for the upcoming Switch 2. This marks the first new entry in the rhythm game series in over a decade, featuring beat-matching minigames and original music. The game is available for pre-order at $40.
PSA: 'Hello, Yoshi!' Hatches On Western Switch eShops Today
The kid-friendly app Hello, Yoshi! has launched on Western Nintendo Switch eShops. Similar to Hello, Mario!, the app allows users to interact with a cartoon Yoshi face through various touch-based mini-games and activities. It is designed primarily for young children and includes features like offline play and built-in breaks.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – April 5, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves still rising
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from March 17-24, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves rising to third place. Pragmata and Persona 4 Revival remain at the top of the list, with various Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 titles also featuring prominently.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 5, 2026 – Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Secrets of the Zonai, Mario Galaxy Movie, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for April 5, 2026, detailing numerous upcoming releases across various platforms including the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes games like The Rogue Prince of Persia, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai, alongside amiibo and book releases.
Monthly Video Game Releases: April 1st to 30th | Console Creatures
Console Creatures provides a comprehensive list of video game releases scheduled for April 2026 across various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Meta Quest, iOS, and Android. The article details full game releases, DLC, expansions, and early access titles, with a preview of major May 2026 releases.
Nintendo's physical price split is "a pro-consumer move," says ex-sales lead, and the company is just passing profits on cheaper digital games back to you while it swims in "Scrooge McDuck money"
Nintendo is implementing a price split for first-party games on the Nintendo Switch, with digital versions being $10 cheaper than physical ones. A former Nintendo sales lead, Sean, suggests this is a pro-consumer move to pass savings from digital sales onto players. He also believes that while some premium physical games might remain expensive, the majority will stay at their current price point, and collectors who value physical copies won't be deterred by the surcharge.
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Games & Accessories For April & May 2026
Nintendo is releasing several new games and accessories for the Nintendo Switch in April and May 2026, including Tomodachi Life, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Pragmata, Indiana Jones & The Great Circle, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and 007 First Light. The article also mentions the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie and highlights accessories and eShop credit options.
Nintendo pre-order updates – March 29, 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Super Meat Boy 3D, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for March 29, 2026, featuring titles such as Yoshi and the Mysterious Book and Super Meat Boy 3D for the Nintendo Switch. The list also includes The Rogue Prince of Persia and MIO: Memories in Orbit, with various retailers offering pre-orders for these upcoming games.
[Let’s Talk] Will you be buying more first-party Nintendo Switch 2 games digitally following pricing changes?
Nintendo has announced that first-party games for the Nintendo Switch 2 will be cheaper digitally in regions like the US and Canada, with titles like 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book' priced at $70 and $80. This change prompts a discussion on whether players will shift their purchasing habits from physical to digital copies on the eShop.
It looks like we're finally getting an Ocarina of Time remake
Rumors suggest a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is planned for the Nintendo Switch 2 in the latter half of 2026, potentially coinciding with the series' 40th anniversary. This follows previous remasters and is corroborated by industry sources, with a new Star Fox game also rumored for summer.
Nintendo General Direct Coming in June, Splatoon Raiders and Switch Sports Out This Summer – Rumor
Rumors suggest Nintendo will host a General Direct in June, potentially revealing release dates for Splatoon Raiders, Switch Sports, and Rhythm Heaven Groove for a summer launch. The company is also reportedly adjusting Nintendo Switch 2 production and has seen significant sales for Pokémon Pokopia. A new initiative will also see separate pricing for physical and digital editions of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.
Nintendo Switch 2 Goes Digital Crazy, Physical Prices C... | TAG
Nintendo is implementing a new pricing strategy for the Nintendo Switch 2, where digital and physical versions of games will have different Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices, starting with 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book' on May 21. Separately, a canceled PlayStation 5 project from Dark Outlaw Games was not intended to be a live-service title, and Intel has launched the Arc Pro B70 graphics card for AI applications rather than gaming.
Digital Switch 2 Games Will Now Be Priced Differently From Physical Games
Nintendo announced that starting in May 2026, digital versions of first-party Nintendo Switch 2 games will have different MSRPs than their physical counterparts. The company cited differing production and distribution costs as the reason for the change. Additionally, Nintendo must comply with the EU's 'right to repair' policy, requiring replaceable batteries in the Switch 2.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Is Now Up for Preorder With Nintendo's New Pricing Model
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is now available for preorder, with details on Nintendo's new pricing strategy for physical and digital versions. The article provides information on where to preorder and a synopsis of the game's content.
Nintendo confirms the cost of physical Switch 2 games 'is not going up' after announcing digital titles will…
Nintendo has announced a change in pricing strategy for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games in the US, with digital titles set to have a lower MSRP than their physical counterparts starting May 2026. The company clarified that the cost of physical games will not increase, and retail partners will set their own prices. This change will affect new titles, beginning with 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book', which will have a digital MSRP of $59.99 and a physical MSRP of $69.99.
Nintendo tweaks Switch 2 software pricing to make digital copies more appealing
Nintendo is adjusting the pricing for first-party Nintendo Switch 2 software, making digital versions cheaper than physical copies. This change, effective with pre-orders for "Yoshi and the Mysterious Book," aims to reflect differing production and distribution costs and offer consumers more choice. While Nintendo sets MSRPs, retailers retain the ability to set their own prices for both physical and digital games.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book pre-orders have arrived, and there's already an egg-cellent discount
Pre-orders for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, launching May 21, 2026, are now available for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is priced at $69.99 in the US, with digital versions receiving a $10 discount. In the UK, the physical edition is available for £49.99, a reduction from the standard £58.99.
Nintendo says "the cost of physical games is not going up" in the US, digital Switch 2 games are getting…
Nintendo of America has confirmed that physical copies of Switch 2 exclusives will not increase in price in the US, though digital and physical versions will have different costs. This policy, already in place in Europe since June 2025, will apply to new Switch 2 exclusive titles starting with 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book'.
The cost of physical Nintendo games is not going up, but we are going to start paying less for digital versions of its first-party titles
Nintendo has clarified its new pricing model for first-party Nintendo Switch games, stating that physical copies will not increase in price. Instead, digital versions will be sold at a lower MSRP than their physical counterparts, a change intended to reflect the costs of physical production and distribution. The first game to adopt this model will be Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, launching May 21st.
Nintendo Switch 2 digital games to cost less than physical versions in US
Nintendo has announced that digital versions of new Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive titles in the US will have a lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) than their physical counterparts starting May 2026. The company stated this change reflects the different costs associated with producing and distributing each format. The first affected game will be 'Yoshi and the Mysterious Book', with digital priced at $59.99 and physical at $69.99.
