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New FFVII Revelation Sephiroth Voice Actor Revealed
Travis Willingham has been revealed as the new English voice actor for Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII Revelation, taking over from Tyler Hoechlin. Willingham has prior experience with the Final Fantasy series and other Square Enix titles. Final Fantasy VII Revelation is slated for a Spring 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Moonlight Peaks Drops a Demo Ahead of Its Mobile Release Next Month
A demo for the supernatural life-simulation game Moonlight Peaks has been released for PC and Nintendo Switch ahead of its July 7th, 2026 launch. Published by XSEED Games and developed by Little Chicken Game Company, the game allows players to build a life of compassion and creativity as a vampire. The demo features character creation, mini-games, and crafting.
A Nintendo Direct is coming tomorrow, 9th June, for one more dose of Summer Game Fest
Nintendo announced a Nintendo Direct presentation for June 9th, focusing on upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The 50-minute broadcast will be followed by a Nintendo Treehouse: Live segment. Potential reveals include updates on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and new titles from first and third-party developers.
Sea Of Stars' Final Update And Switch 2 Version Arrive Today
Sabotage Studio has released the final update for its RPG, Sea of Stars, titled the Sunset Edition. This update includes a new opening cutscene, balancing tweaks for Normal and Hard modes, and new artwork. A version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is also launching today as a free upgrade for existing Nintendo Switch owners, with save data transfer. Additionally, a physical Collector's Sunset Edition is planned for later this year.
Preorder Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Switch 2 at £10 off RRP
Preorders for the Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 are now available, with Smyths offering the lowest UK price at £59.99. This edition of the popular action RPG is available at a discounted price.
Nintendo Direct announced for tomorrow and it's the big one
Nintendo has officially announced a Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for June 9th, focusing on games for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a runtime of approximately 50 minutes. The showcase is expected to reveal new titles for the remainder of the year and potentially tease the Switch 2's launch lineup, including a rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. This Direct follows a period without major first-party game announcements and precedes a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Sea of Stars now available for Switch 2 alongside ‘Sunset Edition’ update
Sabotage Studio has released a Nintendo Switch 2 version of its turn-based RPG Sea of Stars, alongside the "Sunset Edition" update which includes a new cinematic intro, gameplay tweaks, and new key art. The "Sunset Edition" update also adds the post-game adventure "Throes of the Watchmaker." The PC version is also available on GOG, and Switch 1 owners receive a permanent discount on the Switch 2 version.
Nintendo Direct confirmed for tomorrow, with 50 minutes of announcements followed by a massive Treehouse: Live stream
Nintendo has officially confirmed a Nintendo Direct presentation for June 9, 2026, which will run for 50 minutes and focus on games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Following the Direct, a 95-minute Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream will provide more in-depth looks at some of the announced titles.
Summer Game Fest 2026 Nintendo Direct Airs Tomorrow
Nintendo will host a Summer Game Fest Direct presentation on June 9, 2026, at 7am PT/10am ET, showcasing upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The 50-minute presentation will be followed by a Treehouse segment and is expected to feature announcements for titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Duskbloods, as well as third-party reveals.
Nintendo Direct set for June 2026
Nintendo has announced an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for June 9th, which will showcase the latest news for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. The Direct is expected to last approximately 50 minutes and will be followed by a 95-minute Nintendo Treehouse showcase.
Nintendo Direct announced for tomorrow
Nintendo has announced a Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for tomorrow, June 9th, at 3pm UK time. The approximately 50-minute showcase will feature upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. Following the Direct, a 95-minute Nintendo Treehouse: Live presentation will offer gameplay demonstrations of select titles.
Nintendo announces Nintendo Direct tomorrow and Treehouse after
Nintendo has announced an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation, scheduled for tomorrow, which will focus on titles releasing in the second half of 2026 for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The company also mentioned a Treehouse presentation will follow. Previous announcements for Nintendo Directs in 2013 and for the Nintendo 3DS are also referenced.
Switch 2 Absent From Persona 4 And 6 Trailers, And Fans Are Concerned
Fans are concerned as trailers for Persona 4 Revival and the newly revealed Persona 6 do not list Nintendo Switch or the upcoming Switch 2 as target platforms. Despite the games' popularity in Japan and the existing presence of legacy Persona titles on the Switch, neither Atlus nor Sega have confirmed their release for Nintendo's consoles. It is speculated that announcements may come during an upcoming Nintendo Direct or that the games could be released on the Switch 2 at a later date.
Summer Game Fest no-shows: The big games that were absent from 2026's showcases
Several highly anticipated games were notably absent from the Summer Game Fest showcases, leaving fans speculating about their development status. Titles like Arkane's Blade, the Witcher 3 DLC, Injustice 3, and the Divinity sequel were among the expected reveals that did not materialize. The article highlights the absence of these games and discusses potential reasons or future reveal opportunities.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch NES, SNES, and Game Boy games reportedly getting challenges
Nintendo is reportedly planning to introduce a 'challenges' feature for NES, SNES, and Game Boy games on both the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While the apps have received major version updates, the feature is not yet live. This addition could serve as an incentive for Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions.
UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 gives Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth a big boost
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 6, 2026, shows Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth re-entering the top ten at number four following its release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia and Mario Kart World also charted within the top ten.
UK Charts: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Makes A Solid Debut On Switch 2
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth debuted at number 4 on the UK physical sales charts for the Nintendo Switch 2. While the game has been available on PlayStation 5 for over two years, its strong performance on Nintendo's new console is notable, with all sales attributed to the Switch 2, including those from its Game-Key Card format.
After over five years in early access, Valheim is finally graduating to version 1.0
Valheim will officially launch out of early access on September 9th, developer Iron Gate announced. The 1.0 release coincides with the final major update, The Deep North, and will be available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Linux, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2, with cross-play supported across all platforms.
Koei Tecmo Is Bringing Its Next Action RPG To Switch 2 Early Next Year
Koei Tecmo announced that Team Ninja's next action RPG, Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember, is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in early next year. The debut trailer showcases impressive environments, combat, and enemies, with both Japanese and English voiceovers available. The first entry, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, is available via Xbox Game Pass.
EW ACTION-PACKED TRAILER FOR ARMATUS REVEALED DURING PC GAMING SHOWCASE
During the PC Gaming Showcase, Counterplay Games and Fictions revealed an action-packed trailer for their upcoming third-person roguelite shooter, Armatus. The game will launch this winter on PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S, also available day one with Xbox Game Pass. The trailer showcases intense combat against demon hordes and hints at new bosses.