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LEGO Party rated for Nintendo Switch 2
The game LEGO Party, a 4-player party title featuring challenges and mini-games, has received an E for Everyone rating from the Entertainment Software Ratings Board for the Nintendo Switch 2. The game was originally released in 2025.
Final Fantasy 14 comes to Switch 2 later this year with the now-famous free trial, but the file size is going to be absolutely massive
Final Fantasy XIV is launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 4th, requiring a massive 117.2 GB download. The MMORPG will feature its popular free trial and a separate monthly subscription, distinct from the usual Nintendo Switch Online membership. The upcoming Evercold expansion, part of the Godless Realms Saga, was also teased with a new tank class called the Bastion.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – July 26, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves continue to lead
The latest Famitsu's most wanted games chart, based on reader votes from July 8-14, shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake climbed to fourth place. Pokemon Winds and Waves are slated for a 2027 release.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation Director Wants to Avoid Open-World Fatigue By Offering More Guidance
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi discussed the game's approach to open-world design, aiming to mitigate player fatigue by providing clearer guidance. He also detailed improvements to the combat system, evolving from Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's mechanics with a new FITS system for greater party role flexibility. The game is set to conclude the Remake trilogy on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo pre-order updates – July 26, 2026 – LEGO Donkey Kong arcade, Hasbro Zelda toys, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of video game and merchandise pre-order updates for the week of July 26, 2026, across various retailers in the United States, Canada, and the UK. It details upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including games like Elden Ring, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 2, as well as amiibo and Hasbro Zelda toys.
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for July 30, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 for the week of July 30, 2026. Upcoming titles include Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Village in the Shade, and Blue Reflection Quartet, among many other digital downloads and retail releases.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, Final Fantasy 14, more
Nintendo eShop listings reveal the file sizes for numerous games on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Notable titles include Final Fantasy 14 Online at 117.2 GB and Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition at 45.8 GB for the next-generation console, alongside many smaller titles for the current Switch.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – July 26, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders leads the way
The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of July 26, 2026, show Splatoon Raiders leading the way after its launch. Final Fantasy 10 / 10-2 HD Remaster also debuted on the charts at number six. The article lists the top 30 games and top 30 download-only games on the eShop.
[Let’s Talk] Splatoon Raiders impressions
This article discusses impressions of the newly released Splatoon Raiders, the first entry in the franchise exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 and focused on single-player. It also includes reader comments comparing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Mario Kart World, with discussions on gameplay mechanics, content, and design choices.
Capcom explains why it’s putting out so many Resident Evil remakes and why there aren’t a lot of spin-offs
Capcom's Masachika Kawata explained that the frequent release of Resident Evil remakes helps the company maintain a yearly release schedule and allows developers to hone their skills. He also stated that a lack of developer resources, with efforts focused on new entries and remakes, is why fewer spin-off titles are being produced.
Shpeshal Nick claims Zelda-themed Nintendo Switch 2 console is still coming
Leaker Shpeshal Nick claims that a Nintendo Switch 2 console with a Legend of Zelda theme is still planned, contrary to earlier reports suggesting only a themed Pro Controller would be released. This indicates Nintendo may be preparing special hardware editions for the upcoming console.
Final Fantasy 14 Sets Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date for Early August
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 14 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 4, 2026. This marks the first official release date for the game on the upcoming Nintendo console.
Final Fantasy 14 reveals Nintendo Switch 2 release date and pricing, Final Fantasy 7 remake collaboration, more
Square Enix announced the Nintendo Switch 2 release date for Final Fantasy 14 as August 4, 2026, alongside details for the upcoming expansion, Evercold, launching January 2027. The expansion will feature a new job called Bastion, a crossover raid series with Final Fantasy 7 Remake Trilogy titled 'Beyond the Lifestream,' and significant updates to game systems and character customization.
Pit Panic launch trailer – rogue-like arcade platformer for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
The rogue-like arcade platformer Pit Panic has launched on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, accompanied by its official launch trailer. The game features fast-paced gameplay, environmental puzzles, and physics-driven movement where players use a hook to navigate handcrafted levels and escape a crumbling Aztec temple.
Logicalbeat handled Xenoblade Chronicles DE on Nintendo Switch 2
Developer Logicalbeat, known for the Baten Kaitos remaster, assisted with the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. This enhanced version features 4K visuals and a 60fps framerate, though some players have noted flaws.
Disgaea Mayhem launch trailer – series’ action RPG spinoff hits Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Disgaea Mayhem, the first action RPG spinoff in the Disgaea series, has launched on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. A new trailer showcases gameplay featuring weapon switching, character progression, and recruiting classic demons. The game follows a mercenary named N.A. tasked with satisfying Princess Tichelle's craving for flan.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book team details game’s development, started out on Nintendo Switch 1
The development of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book began on the original Nintendo Switch, with a mid-development shift to the Nintendo Switch 2. Key figures from Nintendo and Good Feel, including Hisashi Nogami and Etsunobu Ebisu, discussed the game's origins, the evolution of Yoshi's moveset, and the emphasis on exploration over time limits, drawing inspiration from previous Yoshi titles like Yoshi's Crafted World.
Nintendo couldn't escape the courtroom during one of its biggest weeks of the year
Nintendo faced multiple legal challenges during the launch week of its new exclusive title, Splatoon Raiders, for the Nintendo Switch 2. The company was involved in a patent dispute with Palworld developer Pocketpair, which saw a patent related to monster-capturing systems rejected, and a class-action lawsuit in the US concerning tariffs on its products.
Leakers tease Zelda-themed Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller instead of console
Leakers have suggested that Nintendo is preparing to release a Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller themed after The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. This contradicts expectations of a Zelda-themed Nintendo Switch 2 console, with the controller potentially launching alongside a related game.
Every Legend of Zelda Game on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 in 2026
This article lists all available The Legend of Zelda games on the Nintendo Switch and details upcoming games, upgrades, and features for the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. It serves as a comprehensive guide for fans looking to play the series on Nintendo's current and next-generation handheld consoles.