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Sin: Reloaded launch trailer – long-awaited FPS remaster hits Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
The launch trailer for the long-awaited remaster of the 1998 first-person shooter SiN, titled SiN: Reloaded, has been released. Developed by Nightdive Studios and published by Atari, the game is now available on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, featuring remastered graphics, modernized controls, and including the Wages of SiN mission pack.
What we've been playing - "I curl up on my sofa and breed my army of battle cats"
Several writers share their recent gaming experiences. Bertie encountered game-breaking bugs in Dawnwalker but found satisfaction in fixing them, while Kelsey is enjoying Mewgenics on the Nintendo Switch, especially with its touchscreen support. Mat discusses the strengths and weaknesses of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Marie finds joy in the chaotic fun of Untitled Goose Game, and Connor is captivated by the World of Warcraft beta.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 26, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy now on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 26, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 taking the top spot. Metroid Dread dropped to fourth place, while Minecraft Dungeons is poised for a strong debut. The list includes a wide range of popular titles across both full game and download-only categories.
Rare being controlled by Activision could actually be a good thing - Reader's Feature
A reader suggests that Activision's supervision of Rare, following Microsoft's struggles in managing the studio, could be a positive development. Despite concerns about Activision's business practices and potential for Rare to become a support studio, the author believes Activision's experience in managing developers might lead to more finished games than Microsoft's tenure.
The best SD cards for Nintendo Switch, explained
This guide explains the best microSD cards for Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED, noting that prices have increased due to AI data centers. It recommends sticking to reputable brands like SanDisk, Samsung, and Lexar, with Samsung's 512 GB option being a good balance of storage and price. The article also suggests splitting game collections between physical and digital to save space, listing several large-capacity games that benefit from physical purchase.
Evening Reading - September 25, 2026
This week's gaming news roundup includes reviews for Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Hawk and Fareidolia, updates on Hell is Us and Dawngazer, and details on Hearthstone card reveals and Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. The article also highlights new Shackmaps content, weekend download deals, and a live performance celebrating Hades II's anniversary.
Finding Polka on the way to Nintendo Switch
Finding Polka, a hand-drawn interactive adventure game from Lidlocks and published by Parco Games, is coming to Nintendo Switch. The game focuses on a hide-and-seek journey to find a lost dog, featuring a unique ballpoint pen art style and expressive animation. Launch timing will be announced at a later date.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 25: Last chance for Nintendo Customer Appreciation
This weekend marks the final opportunity to take advantage of Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale, featuring discounts on first-party titles like The Legend of Zelda and Kirby. Additionally, sales are available for PlayStation and Xbox, including titles such as Halo Campaign Evolved, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and various Resident Evil entries.
Future Knight Switch Review
Future Knight is a game that embraces its Japanese-style strangeness, but beneath the unique aesthetic lies a genuinely great experience. The review suggests the game is worth playing.
Bluey’s Happy Snaps interview: dev on replicating the show’s look, making a photography-centric game, Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 versions, more
In an interview, Gameloft game manager Karl von der Luhe discusses the development of Bluey's Happy Snaps for the Nintendo Switch. He highlights the challenges of replicating the show's 2D animation style in a 3D world and the inspiration behind using photography as the core gameplay mechanic. The interview also touches on the game's faithfulness to the Bluey TV show's locations and its appeal to families.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is too massive for How Long To Beat to have any useful results after 1 week as players…
Players are finding Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave to be an exceptionally long RPG, with initial How Long To Beat data suggesting main story completion takes between 74 and 99 hours. This aligns with the series' reputation for lengthy titles, as previous games like Three Houses averaged over 75 hours. Many players are already reporting significant playtime within the first week.
Splatoon 3 had more players this year than in 2025
Nintendo revealed in a Famitsu interview that Splatoon 3 has seen an increase in players this year compared to 2025, with more people playing since the announcement of Splatoon Raiders. The game continues to be popular on the Nintendo Switch.
Hell is Us delays Switch 2 version and first major update to October 27
Rogue Factor has delayed the Nintendo Switch version of Hell is Us to October 27 due to logistical and distribution issues. The game's first major update will also be released on the same date across all platforms to ensure simultaneous content delivery.
PC gaming has more than doubled in size over the last 4 years in Japan, report finds, with global Steam hits like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG leading the charge
PC gaming revenue in Japan has more than doubled in the last four years, reaching 300 billion yen by 2025, a significant increase from 132.1 billion yen in 2021. Global hits like Counter-Strike 2 and PUBG: Battlegrounds are leading this growth, with free-to-play titles being particularly popular. While consoles from Sony and Nintendo traditionally dominate, the PC market is experiencing a substantial expansion.
"An Xbox that's only good for launching Steam is like subsidizing Valve's cash register": Ground-zero Xbox veteran says Microsoft needs to pick a lane before Project Helix hits a wall
Former Xbox veteran Jon Kimmich argues that Microsoft must choose between investing in the Xbox platform as a console-centric ecosystem or focusing solely on publishing games across multiple platforms. He criticizes the current 'play anywhere' strategy for diluting the Xbox brand and suggests that the upcoming Project Helix console needs a clear identity beyond simply launching PC games like Steam.
You can now save $10 on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 physical pre-orders
A $10 discount is available for pre-orders of the physical edition of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch. The game, which includes the Expansion Pass DLC, will launch on February 25, 2027, for $60 digitally and $70 physically.
Grab The Witcher 3 for cheap right now to get the remaster free next week
CD Projekt is offering a free upgrade to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered for all existing owners across PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC. The remaster, launching September 29, includes improved graphics and combat, along with free access to both expansions. Players looking to purchase the game can find significant discounts this weekend, particularly on PlayStation 5.
Switch Pirate Ignored Nintendo’s Lawsuit, Now He Owes $4.5 Million
A former Reddit moderator, James Williams, has been ordered by a Washington court to pay Nintendo $4.5 million in damages for illegally distributing Nintendo Switch games. The lawsuit, filed in June 2024, accused Williams of using circumvention software to bypass Nintendo's systems and distribute over 30 titles, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Despite being aware of the case, Williams failed to respond, leading Judge Lauren King to award Nintendo the statutory maximum penalty.
Bringing GTA 6 to Nintendo Switch 2 "doesn't make sense" when "anyone will buy a PS5 to get your…
A former Rockstar Games developer believes a port of Grand Theft Auto 6 to the Nintendo Switch is unlikely and doesn't make sense due to differing target audiences and hardware limitations. He suggests that players invested in Grand Theft Auto 6 would likely already own a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X, making the effort to optimize the game for the Switch a potentially poor return on investment.
Dawngazer is a new action RPG coming in 2028 from the director of Unicorn Overlord
Good Smile Company and Ignisphere Studio announced Dawngazer, an action RPG directed by Takafumi Noma, the director of Unicorn Overlord. The game is the first in the planned Ignisphere fantasy universe and is slated for a 2028 release on PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch. Yoshimi Kudo, composer for Unicorn Overlord and Elden Ring, is also contributing to the series.
