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The EU's new Nintendo Switch 2 model teardown confirms smaller battery, slightly heavier console
Nintendo has released updated Nintendo Switch 2 models to comply with EU regulations, including the Right to Repair and updated battery rules. Teardowns reveal a slightly smaller battery (1% reduction) and a 14-gram increase in console weight. The new design also makes screws more accessible for easier user repairs.
Turn-based RPG Tianji: Shadow of the Ancients announced for Nintendo Switch 2, and Switch
Jusdan International has announced Tianji: Shadow of the Ancients, a turn-based RPG set during the Tang Dynasty, scheduled for release in 2027 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The game features combo-driven combat, dynamic exploration with day/night cycles, and deep character progression with unique companion skills.
Nintendo reveals Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake price on Switch 2
Nintendo has revealed the pricing for the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time on the Nintendo Switch 2. In Australia, the digital version will cost $94.95 AUD and the physical version $109.95 AUD. This suggests a US price of $59.99 digitally and $70 physically, aligning with the pricing of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 Announced, Launches on October 29th
Nintendo has announced a special 40th Anniversary Edition of the Nintendo Switch 2, launching on October 29th. This edition includes custom Joy-Cons and a Triforce-themed dock. A remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, featuring overhauled visuals and quality-of-life improvements, will launch on November 5th for the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Trailer Showcases Adult Link, Sheik and Ganondorf
Nintendo has revealed gameplay and a release date for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, launching November 5th for Nintendo Switch 2. The trailer showcases Adult Link, Sheik, and Ganondorf, along with enhanced features like voice acting and faster movement. While visuals are overhauled, the game retains its original feel.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Launches on November 5th
Nintendo announced a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching November 5th. The remake features overhauled visuals, modern controls like a dedicated jump button and item swapping, and gyro aiming. New features include a journal called Threads of Time and mic support for playing songs in-game.
Street Fighter 6 gets Arjun release date, gameplay trailer
Capcom has announced that Arjun, the next DLC character for Street Fighter 6, will be released on October 13, 2026. A new gameplay trailer showcasing Arjun was also revealed. Street Fighter 6 is currently available on Nintendo Switch 2.
Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch receives Nintendo Switch 2 release date, new trailer
Atlantis Studio has announced that Beyond the Dark: Nightwatch will launch on October 22, 2026, as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. This co-op horror adventure game features asymmetric gameplay where one player explores in first-person while the other manages cameras and tactical tools, emphasizing communication for survival.
Sin: Reloaded details huge list of improvements and changes, is 4K 120 FPS on Nintendo Switch 2 with mouse controls supported
Nightdive Studios has detailed numerous improvements and changes for the upcoming remaster, Sin: Reloaded, including gameplay overhauls, added textures, and unused dialogue. The Nintendo Switch 2 version is slated to run at 4K resolution and 120 FPS with optional mouse controls. The game is set to launch on September 24, 2026.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword surpasses one million sales on launch day
Capcom announced that Onimusha: Way of the Sword has sold over one million units on its launch day, contributing significantly to the franchise's overall sales. This success prompts Capcom to consider re-activating more dormant intellectual properties.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 6, 2026 – Pokemon, Fire Emblem, and Zelda in the top 5
Famitsu's latest most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from August 19-25, shows Nintendo titles dominating the top 5. Pokemon Winds and Waves remains at #1, followed by Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Persona 6 and Persona 5 Revival also feature in the top 5.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Says He Wants it to “Move Beyond Being a Classic of the Past”
Naoki Hamaguchi, director of the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy, expressed his desire for the franchise to evolve beyond its classic status and attract new fans for decades to come. Square Enix aims to expand the Final Fantasy 7 intellectual property by incorporating elements from previous spin-offs into the upcoming Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and its DLCs, which will feature characters like Sephiroth, Vincent, and Cissnei.
Rain World Anthology announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Akupara Games and Videocult have announced Rain World Anthology for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will include the base game along with the Downpour and The Watcher expansions. The anthology will be available physically in both standard and collector's editions, with the latter featuring several exclusive items. The game is described as a survival platformer where players control a slugcat navigating a dangerous world.
Recension – Recension: Orbitals bär sitt anime-hjärta från 90-talet till en succé för två
Orbitals is a co-op adventure game for the Nintendo Switch 2, developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive. It successfully captures the 80s and 90s anime aesthetic with vibrant colors and pop-inspired sound effects. The game features two protagonists, Omu and Maki, and requires cooperative puzzle-solving and gameplay, drawing comparisons to Hazelight Studios' titles like It Takes Two and Split Fiction.
Leaker who correctly leaked Nintendo games says new Smash Bros and Nintendogs in development
A leaker known for accurately predicting Nintendo titles claims that new installments in the Super Smash Bros. and Nintendogs franchises are in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. The leaker previously shared correct information about a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, more
Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 eShop listings reveal file sizes for numerous upcoming and existing games. The data includes titles like The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter, Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, and Valheim, with sizes ranging from megabytes to tens of gigabytes.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – September 6, 2026 – Orbitals takes down Elden Ring
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for September 6, 2026, show Orbitals taking the top spot, dethroning Elden Ring. New releases like Onimusha: Way of the Sword and NBA 2K27 also entered the top rankings.
Stellar Blade interview: dev on bringing the game to Nintendo Switch 2, adoration for Zelda: Breath of the Wild, more
Shift Up's DongKi Lee discusses the upcoming Stellar Blade: Complete Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, detailing technical optimizations and the use of DLSS and FSR 3.1 for a target of 60 frames per second. Lee also expresses admiration for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which inspired him to work on console games.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – September 2026
This article asks readers what games they are playing in September 2026. It highlights new releases like the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive Orbitals, alongside established titles such as Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Elden Ring, and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2.
Rumor: New Smash Bros. game on the way, Nintendogs returning, more
A leaker with a track record for accurate predictions has suggested that a new Super Smash Bros. game is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, and that the Nintendogs series may be revived. The leaker also hinted at potential new titles or remakes for Star Fox, Super Metroid, Wario Land, and a 3D Mario game, alongside a new entry in the Switch Sports series.
