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Where to buy Zelda remake and Metroid Ravenous as Switch 2 copies sell out
Special editions of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and Metroid Ravenous for the Nintendo Switch 2 are selling out rapidly shortly after their announcement. Both games, along with tie-in consoles and accessories, are experiencing high demand, with physical copies and collector's editions quickly becoming unavailable on the Nintendo Store and other retailers.
Colorbound secures Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch release date, new trailer [update: delay]
Colorbound, a vibrant palette-platformer, has had its release date shifted multiple times. Originally slated for August 22, 2026, on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, the game was later delayed to October 12, 2026. The game involves using color to solve puzzles and shape the world.
Switch 2 Update Secretly Makes Digital Game Sharing Much Better
A recent Nintendo system update for the Nintendo Switch and upcoming Switch 2 has improved digital game sharing capabilities. Users can now play digital titles on multiple consoles simultaneously without requiring an internet connection on all devices, provided the primary user is online. This change significantly enhances convenience, especially for families, though limitations exist regarding account ownership for shared games.
My Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch Games After the Nintendo Direct
Following the recent Nintendo Direct, this article highlights the author's most anticipated games for the Nintendo Switch. Top picks include Persona 4 Revival, Persona 6, Professor Layton and The New World of Steam, Cairn, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Kirby and the World Beyond, and The Apothecary Diaries: The False Imperial Brother.
The Neo Geo AES+ now isn't arriving until September 2027 and, shock horror, it's thanks to "component…
The Neo Geo AES+ remake by SNK and PLAION has been delayed until September 2027 due to global component shortages and rising prices. This pushes the release back by nearly a year from its original November 2026 date. The company cited production fortification and securing necessary components as reasons for the delay, assuring pre-order customers that their reservations and pricing remain secure.
Hey, Listen! The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time remake is already $10 off at Amazon
Amazon and Walmart are offering a $10 discount on the limited-edition physical version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for the Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the price down to $59.88. The game, which features a rebuilt engine, new systems, and microphone support, launches on November 5 and has seen high demand for pre-orders.
Recension – Orbitals bär sitt anime-hjärta från 90-talet till en succé för två
Orbitals is a highly successful co-op adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2, developed by the Swedish studio Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive. It masterfully captures the 80s and 90s anime aesthetic with vibrant colors and pop-culture references, offering a delightful experience for fans of classic Japanese animation. While its core tools could offer more variation and its playtime is on the shorter side, the game is a polished and charming triumph, particularly for its visual and audio design.
Famitsu software sales (8/31/26 – 9/6/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of August 31 to September 6, 2026. Onimusha: Way of the Sword for PlayStation 5 led the charts, followed by Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch. The data includes sales figures for both new releases and cumulative totals for established titles.
Nintendo Finally Adds Some Life To The Switch 2
Nintendo has released system update version 23.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch 2, which reintroduces music to the Mii Maker menu, featuring tracks from the Wii, 3DS, and Wii U. This update also adds a quick setting for handheld boost mode, support for variable refresh rate, and Mii sharing via QR codes, alongside general stability improvements.
Stellar Blade on Nintendo Switch 2 will ship on a smaller 32GB cartridge
Stellar Blade will be among the first games to utilize the new 32GB cartridges for the Nintendo Switch 2. This marks a shift from the previously standard 64GB cartridges, indicating a rollout of smaller storage options for physical game releases.
This Week in Switch 2 - Nintendo Direct reaction and analysis
This Week in Switch 2 breaks down the recent Nintendo Direct, offering reactions and analysis from the Shacknews staff. The podcast also discusses impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware and operating system, with a review to follow.
Digital Foundry: Games need update to use Switch 2 Docked VRR only Welcome Tour supports it
Digital Foundry's John Linneman states that games on the Nintendo Switch 2 will require specific updates to utilize Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology, even when docked. Currently, only the 'Welcome Tour' demo supports this feature, indicating a need for developer implementation for broader VRR adoption on the console.
Professor Layton’s Comeback Lands on December 10, 2026
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam is set to launch on December 10, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows PC. The puzzle adventure game from Level-5 experienced several delays but now has a firm release date, promising the series' biggest collection of puzzles.
Ninty fans must be hungry for Metroid Ravenous pre-orders, as the special edition with its exclusive amiibo is already…
Pre-orders for the special edition of Metroid Ravenous on the Nintendo Switch 2, which includes an exclusive amiibo, have sold out rapidly in US and UK retailers. The $119.99 / £99.99 version is highly sought after, though standard physical and digital copies are still available for $69.99 / £58.99.
Gorgeous New PlayStation 5 RPG by Marvelous Gets Release Date
Marvelous has announced that its new PlayStation 5 role-playing game, Eternal Anima, will launch on March 4, 2027. The game, featuring a time-traveling plot and turn-based combat, will also be available on Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $49.99.
Villion: Code getting English release on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Idea Factory has announced that Villion: Code, a new school RPG led by Kouji Okada, will receive an English release on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The game previously launched in Japan in June and features exploration of the Adhvan City and its Sankhara Space-Time dungeons, combat against creatures called GEMs, and a story shaped by player choices.
The Nintendo Switch 2 just got a major power boost thanks to new update
Nintendo has released an update for the Nintendo Switch 2, adding Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support which automatically improves frame rates for games with uncapped limits. This update is expected to enhance gameplay smoothness, particularly for third-party ports. The update also includes a full system transfer feature between consoles.
Desolus sets Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
The first-person puzzle game Desolus, developed by Mark J. Mayers and The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, will launch on October 15, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game challenges players to navigate between past and future timelines of a Gothic city to prevent an apocalypse by manipulating black holes and solving architectural puzzles.
CRKD has finally begun shipping the Nitro Deck 2, and my handheld mode-induced wrist pain has never been happier
CRKD has begun shipping its Nitro Deck 2 accessory worldwide, a controller designed to alleviate wrist pain associated with handheld Nintendo Switch play. The $99.99 gamepad features ergonomic grips, capacitor sticks to prevent drift, and compatibility with original, OLED, and the upcoming Switch 2 models.
Palia announces a Nintendo Switch 2 release and ‘cozy’ multiplayer dungeon delves
Palia is set to receive a 'cozy' multiplayer dungeon delving feature called Echo Expeditions, arriving in beta this holiday season. Alongside this, the game will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2, offering a free upgrade for existing Switch owners with enhanced visuals and performance.
