Nintendo Switch 2
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Katuba’s Poacher lined up for Nintendo Switch [update: Switch 2]
Katuba's Poacher, an arcade action game with a hand-drawn cartoon style and jazz-inspired boss battles, is slated for release on Nintendo Switch. Publisher Red Dunes Games and developer Joe Yu announced the title, though a specific launch date has not yet been provided. An update also mentions plans for Nintendo Switch 2, but does not confirm if the game will be available on the successor console.
Castlebound coming to Nintendo Switch [update: also Switch 2]
Ogre Pixel has confirmed that their roguelike action game, Castlebound, will be released on the Nintendo Switch. The game features fast-paced combat, defending a walking castle, and both solo and co-op multiplayer modes. A version for the Nintendo Switch 2 has also been confirmed.
James Pond: RoboCod, my favourite Amiga game, is getting a limited physical Switch 2 release
System 3 has announced James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough, a collection of four James Pond games including James Pond 2: RoboCod, set for a limited physical release on Nintendo Switch 2 in October 2026. The collection will feature 12 versions across multiple classic platforms and introduce the 'Pondverse,' an interactive museum dedicated to the series. This release emphasizes game preservation with physical copies and original versions of the games.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Offers These Rewards As You Climb The Ranks
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, launching August 21, will offer players various in-game rewards for progressing through ranks, including emblems, charms, and a weapon blueprint at level 30. Early access is available for pre-order customers, with an open beta running from August 28 to September 1. The game is set to release on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer trailer
Activision and Infinity Ward have released a new multiplayer trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, showcasing gameplay features like fluid movement, dynamic maps, and tactical combat. The trailer also highlights the game's soundtrack and confirms an October 23, 2026 release date.
Dogpile announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch [update: out now]
The roguelite deckbuilder Dogpile has been released on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The game, which involves merging cute dogs into bigger dogs, features new content including 13 new dogs, new traits, seven new languages, and a new challenge mode. Dogpile is now available on the Nintendo eShop.
James Pond’s New Trailer Has AI Alarm Bells Ringing, Comments Turned Off
Developer System 3 has faced accusations of using generative AI art in the trailer for their upcoming James Pond collection, 'James Pond Legacy: The Pond is Not Enough.' The controversy led to comments being disabled on the YouTube trailer, and the game's creator, Chris Sorrell, has previously spoken out against the use of AI in James Pond titles. The collection, featuring several classic James Pond games, is set to launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in October 2026.
The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough announced for Nintendo Switch 2
System 3 has announced The James Pond Legacy: The Pond Is Not Enough for the Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for an October release. This collection will feature twelve versions of four classic James Pond titles across multiple retro platforms, including an interactive hub called the Pondverse and a new original song. The physical collector's edition will be limited to 6,000 copies.
Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have confirmed that Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival will launch on October 8, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2 and other platforms. This story-driven survival horror action game features players battling Pinhead and the Cenobites. The game allows players to wield supernatural powers and earthly weapons to fight against Hell's armies and rescue a loved one.
Alighieri Circle: Dante’s Bloodline announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Alighieri Circle: Dante's Bloodline, a first-person psychological mystery thriller inspired by the Divine Comedy, has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a release planned for 2026. Developed by One O One Games and published by Entalto Publishing, the game tasks players with gathering lost pages of the Divine Comedy to save a family from a dark destiny. It will feature puzzle-solving and exploration across two distinct realities, the Villa and The Dive, and will be localized into nine languages.
Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded announced for Nintendo Switch 2 – 1993 game returns with new content and features
City Connection has announced Ninja Baseball League-Man: Bases Loaded for the Nintendo Switch 2, a revival of Irem's 1993 arcade beat 'em up. The game will feature new playable character Pink, an arranged mode, new mini-games, updated music, and HD graphics. It will support up to 4-player cooperative play.
Leaker claims Nintendo Switch 2 version of Diablo 4 will finally arrive two days after BlizzCon and include two…
A leaker claims that Diablo 4, along with its expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred, will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 15. This rumored 'Age of Hatred Collection' would include a code in the box for the physical edition and is expected to cost $69.99. The release date follows BlizzCon 2026, with pre-orders potentially starting during the event.
Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days announced for Nintendo Switch 2
PikPok announced that Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days will leave Early Access and launch its 1.0 version in March 2027 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The zombie shelter survival game has received 13 major content updates since its Steam Early Access launch in April 2025.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Cast is Already a Massive Leap Over Black Ops 7 in New Trailer
A new trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 introduces its cast of characters and hints at an improved campaign experience compared to previous titles. The game will feature a beta starting August 21st for pre-orders, with an open beta on August 28th. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to launch on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, offering early campaign access for pre-order customers.
Fans clash over Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis’ new Focus meter and skill tree
Amazon Game Studios has revealed new gameplay mechanics for the upcoming remake Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, including a 'Focus' meter and a skill tree system. While the Focus meter, which slows time, has been met with general approval, the skill tree and herb collecting mechanics have drawn criticism from fans who feel they deviate from the original game's design. The game is set to release on February 12, 2027, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.
1000xResist will get a Nintendo Switch 2 physical release with the full game on cartridge
The sci-fi adventure game 1000xResist will receive a physical release for the Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for March 12, 2027. This edition will include the full game on cartridge along with a booklet, art card, and poster. The game features a story set 1000 years in the future where humanity is nearly extinct due to an alien disease.
NBA 2K27 Just Rewrote The Sports Game Story Mode
NBA 2K27 is set to launch with significant overhauls to its game modes, particularly MyCareer, which will now feature different historical eras and co-op play. The game also introduces female MyPlayers for the first time, allowing them to participate in The City alongside male players. Enhancements to gameplay mechanics, MyTeam, and MyNBA modes are also detailed, with a focus on realism and community feedback.
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2 has apparently removed MGS4’s PS3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 2, launching August 27, 2026, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, appears to have removed references to the PlayStation 3 in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. While the original game featured a PlayStation 3 console and a line referencing its Blu-ray disc, the Nintendo versions reportedly replace the console with GA-KO figures, sparking speculation about dialogue changes. Konami has also provided details on the games' performance on Nintendo's platforms.
Battlefield 6 is free at same time as Modern Warfare 4 beta as EA trolls rival
EA is offering a free week-long trial for Battlefield 6 that coincides with the beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, a move seen as a deliberate attempt to undercut Activision. The trial includes new maps and modes, and features a Top Gun crossover with character skins. While Modern Warfare 4's first beta is pre-order exclusive, Battlefield 6's free access aims to attract new players amidst ongoing pressure for both titles to succeed.
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition announced
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is receiving a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on August 20, 2026, featuring technical upgrades like 120 FPS gameplay at 1080p in handheld mode, HDR, and 4K resolution when docked. This edition will be a free upgrade for owners of the original Nintendo Switch version.
