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Unreal Engine 5.8 Rendering Could Enhance Switch 2 Games - NintendoFuse
Epic Games has released Unreal Engine 5.8, introducing features like Mesh Terrain and Lumen Lite global illumination, which could significantly improve performance for Nintendo Switch 2 games. This update is particularly beneficial for titles utilizing UE5, potentially enhancing visual quality and frame rates on the upcoming console. Epic Games is now shifting focus to Unreal Engine 6.
IO Interactive says 007 First Light was 'always' supposed to be an origin story — 'We wanted to take that risk and introduce a fresh Bond for the gamers'
IO Interactive has confirmed that 007 First Light was always intended to be a young James Bond origin story, with game director Hakan Abrak emphasizing the team's desire to create a fresh Bond for gamers. Despite initial intimidation during pitches to Amazon MGM Studios, the developers secured creative freedom for their approach. The game is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned.
MY HERO ACADEMIA: ALL'S JUSTICE SMASHES ONTO NINTENDO SWITCH 2 THIS SEPTEMBER
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced that My Hero Academia: All's Justice, a 3D arena fighter based on the anime, will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4, 2026. The game will also be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The Switch 2 version includes exclusive features like "GameShare" and a "Minigame" mode, which notably features a collaboration with PAC-MAN.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok Team Outlines New Features and Excitement for Nintendo Switch 2 - NintendoFuse
Developers Tetsuya Fukuhara and Sanshiro Hidaka discuss the upcoming expansion "Endless Ragnarok" for Granblue Fantasy: Relink, detailing new story content, playable characters, expanded combat systems, and progression features. The expansion aims to add 20-30 hours of playtime and will be available on July 9, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC, with a focus on enhancing accessibility and player expression.
My quick test of Lumen Lite shows that it's probably good news for ray-traced gaming on handheld PCs, but I suspect that it will be used everywhere because of the pressure developers are now under
Epic Games has introduced Lumen Lite in Unreal Engine 5.8, a scalable ray-traced global illumination feature designed to improve performance on hardware like the Nintendo Switch 2 and PC handhelds. While the feature offers significant performance gains with minimal visual compromise, the author expresses concern that its ease of use might lead developers to rely on it as a quick fix rather than implementing more thorough, hardware-specific optimizations.
Gecko Gods Comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25th
Gecko Gods is launching on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25th, with existing owners of the original Nintendo Switch version receiving a free upgrade. A new content update, The Forgotten Cove, will also be released across all platforms, adding a new island and cosmetic items. The game is an exploration-focused adventure where players control a gecko.
Gecko Gods heading to Nintendo Switch 2, free upgrade from Switch 1
Gecko Gods will receive a dedicated version for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25, 2026, with existing Nintendo Switch owners eligible for a free upgrade. The game features exploration, puzzle-solving, and sailing between islands, with a new update adding an island and cosmetics.
My Hero Academia: All’s Justice coming to Switch 2 on September 3 in Japan, September 4 worldwide
Bandai Namco and Byking announced that My Hero Academia: All's Justice will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3 in Japan and September 4 worldwide. The game, which previously released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, will also receive free "Mini Game (All 10 Types)" content for all versions. The title is a 3v3 fighting game set during the final arc of the My Hero Academia manga.
Nintendo Download: Four Ages, One Mission
Nintendo's latest download update features new releases like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales and Observer: System Redux for Nintendo Switch. The update also highlights Father's Day game recommendations, pre-orders for Devil May Cry 5, and a Game Trial for EA SPORTS FC 26 for Nintendo Switch Online members. Additionally, promotions for Nintendo Switch Online memberships and various eShop sales are detailed.
Sonic Team head talks about how SEGA was once ready to stop making Sonic games
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka revealed that SEGA considered discontinuing Sonic games during a period of downturns, even after the Sonic Boom series. He stated that the company was ready to stop making Sonic games at one point, and he was tasked with revitalizing the franchise. Iizuka credits fan support for the series' current success and the continued investment in new titles.
Nintendo Download – June 18, 2026 (North America) – The Adventures of Elliot, Wanderstop, Dark Scrolls, more
Nintendo has announced its latest North American eShop releases for the week of June 18, 2026, featuring titles like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Wanderstop, and Dark Scrolls for the Nintendo Switch. The update also includes details on upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch 2 and ongoing sales, alongside a promotion for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack memberships.
Famitsu Sales: 6/8/26 – 6/14/26
Famitsu has released its physical game sales data for Japan for the week of June 8-14, 2026. Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027 for Nintendo Switch was the top seller, with 100,976 units sold. Hardware sales were led by the Nintendo Switch 2, followed by the PlayStation 5 family of consoles.
Famitsu sales (6/8/26 – 6/14/26) – Nintendo Switch 2 hardware leads in Japan
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu shows the Nintendo Switch 2 leading with 25,793 units sold for the week of June 8-14. The PlayStation 5 and its variants followed, with the Nintendo Switch Lite and OLED models also showing strong performance. In software, Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027 debuted at number one on the charts.
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Switch 2 Edition Is a Nice Bonus
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition offers significant performance improvements, including a stable 60fps frame rate and 4K resolution when docked, compared to the original Switch's 30fps. New additions like the Ether Jet Bike enhance traversal, making it a worthwhile upgrade for players who haven't experienced the game recently or on older platforms.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Theodora Will Use Gambits
Nintendo and Intelligent Systems have revealed Theodora, a playable protagonist in Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, set to release on September 17, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2. Theodora is the young queen of the Saramis Kingdom, wielding the Mahamadu's Spear and utilizing Gambits, a combat mechanic involving AoE attacks and healing through Battalions. The character is voiced by Minami Takayama in Japanese.
007 First Light devs say post-launch content is in IO Interactive's 'DNA' and is now something players are 'starting to expect' — 'We want the players to come back, and we want to create more content'
IO Interactive developers discussed their approach to post-launch content for 007 First Light, emphasizing its importance to player retention and the studio's DNA. The game has seen significant success, selling 2.7 million copies worldwide in its first week across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version planned.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond can capture the spirit of the Insomniac classics, and push the series forward with "the…
Toys for Bob is developing Spyro: A Realm Beyond, a new entry in the Spyro series aiming to capture the spirit of the Insomniac classics while introducing new mechanics like true dragon flight. The game is set to release in 2027 for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, with Tom Kenny reprising his role as Spyro.
007 First Light's Q says teaching Bond to tie a bow tie was a 'very little special relationship moment'…
Actors Alastair Mackenzie, Priyanga Burford, Lennie James, and Noémie Nakai discuss their experiences portraying supporting characters in IO Interactive's prequel game, 007 First Light. Mackenzie, who plays Q, highlighted a memorable scene where he teaches Bond to tie a bow tie, calling it a "very little special relationship moment" that emphasizes the game's focus on human interactions.
INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED INTERACTIVE NOVEL “AND ROGER” NOW AVAILABLE FOR NINTENDO SWITCH 2, iOS, AND ANDROID
Kodansha Game Lab has launched the interactive novel "and Roger" on Nintendo Switch 2, iOS, and Android, with a sale ongoing across all platforms. The game, which has garnered over 100,000 players and numerous awards, features a story about a girl whose life changes unexpectedly. The update also adds 20 new subtitled languages.
Nintendo reveals stunning Star Fox poster before Switch 2 launch
Nintendo has revealed a new Star Fox poster to celebrate the upcoming launch of the game on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set to release on June 25th, and a review will follow shortly after.