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Weekend Discussion - October 11, 2026
This Weekend Discussion from Shacknews reflects on the past week, mentioning articles on Gears of War: E-Day, Order of the Sinking Star, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, and Total War: Warhammer 3's Lords of End Times DLC. It also touches on Halo 3 ranks, retro graphics cards, and music.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 11, 2026 – Zelda: Ocarina of Time overthrows Pokemon Winds and Waves, multiple new games appear
Famitsu's most wanted games chart for October 11, 2026, reveals The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has overtaken Pokemon Winds and Waves in reader votes. Several new titles, including Nintendo Switch 2 versions of Persona 4 Revival and Persona 6, Kingdom Hearts 4, Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies Untied, and Monster Hunter Wilds, have also appeared on the list.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Lost in Random: The Eternal Die, Rift of the NecroDancer, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales on a wide variety of games, including some at their lowest prices ever. Notable titles on discount include Lost in Random: The Eternal Die, Crypt of the NecroDancer, Hogwarts Legacy, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres.
Games Inbox: Will there be a new GTA 6 trailer before launch?
Readers discuss the potential for a new Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer to counter recent leaks, with one suggesting it's the best way for Rockstar Games to manage the situation. Other topics include the enduring quality of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch, the appeal of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt's remaster, and concerns about Sony's future disc policy.
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor PS5 review – a cheaper video game option
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, a top-down spin-off of the co-op shooter, offers a wealth of content for its low price, especially on PlayStation 5. However, its simplistic gameplay loop and repetitive vocalizations, which were more forgivable on mobile, become grating on a larger screen, making it a less compelling experience than its predecessor.
Nintendo Exec Says There Are “No Plans to Ditch Physical”
Nintendo of America's Bill van Zyll stated that the company has no plans to abandon physical game media, emphasizing their agnostic approach and the Nintendo Switch's capability for both physical and digital formats. This comes amid industry discussions about the future of physical media, with Sony ending PlayStation disc production in 2028 and former Sony executive Shawn Layden expressing concerns about game ownership.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Had An Entire Team Dedicated to Writing Open-World NPC Chatter
Rockstar Games has dedicated an entire team of writers to crafting the background chatter for Grand Theft Auto 6's NPCs, aiming to enhance worldbuilding and immersion. Vice president of narrative Rupert Humphries and writing director James Horton emphasized that this dialogue is considered integral to the game's experience, not mere background noise. While pre-order figures reportedly favor the PlayStation 5 version, Xbox has reported record-breaking numbers for the title.
Street Fighter 5’s Aging Audience Would’ve Led to Franchise’s Death, Says Producer
Street Fighter producer Shuhei Matsumoto believes the franchise was on the brink of death due to the aging and shrinking audience of Street Fighter 5. He credits his and director Takayuki Nakayama's work on the title, along with a fresh approach for Street Fighter 6, for revitalizing the IP and attracting a new, younger player base.
Nintendo pre-order updates – October 11, 2026 – Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Year One Edition, Demon Slayer, more
This article provides a comprehensive list of Nintendo products available for pre-order across various retailers for the week of October 11, 2026. It details upcoming game releases, special editions, and amiibo figures for the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.
Nintendo explains how it prices games, including impact of physical vs. digital
Nintendo's Bill van Zyll explained that game pricing considers value, playtime, complexity, and development costs. The divergence between physical and digital prices on the Nintendo Switch is attributed to the rising costs of manufacturing physical media, such as cartridges and chips, compared to digital distribution.
Nintendo says it has no plans to ditch physical games, knows how much fans like it
Nintendo of America's VP and general manager, Bill van Zyll, stated that the company has no plans to discontinue physical game releases. He acknowledged the strong fan preference for physical media and confirmed that the Nintendo Switch supports both digital and physical formats. While full cartridges are preferred by collectors, game-key card sales have seen significant growth.
Escape the Backrooms is throwing an After Party with three new levels this December
Escape the Backrooms is releasing a new party-themed update called 'After Party' this December, adding three new levels and cosmetic items. The co-op horror game, developed by Fancy Games and published by Secret Mode, has surpassed 12 million players since its Early Access launch in 2022 and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for October 15, 2026
Nintendo has updated the Japanese eShop release schedule for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 for the week of October 15, 2026. New titles include various Resident Evil remakes, Ratatan, and Tales of Eternia Remastered, alongside numerous other digital downloads and retail releases.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Resident Evil 2-4, more
Nintendo eShop listings reveal the file sizes for numerous games on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Titles include Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, various Resident Evil entries, and many indie games, with sizes ranging from under 1MB to nearly 85GB.
BlazBlue: CentralFiction PS5 Release Follows TRINITY Update
Arc System Works announced that BlazBlue: CentralFiction is coming to PlayStation 5 with rollback netcode and PC cross-play. The PS5 version will also include new text language options and Training Mode features. A release date has not yet been announced, but it is planned to launch after the TRINITY -PHASE 3- update.
Everything you need to know about Star Fox’s big update
Star Fox has received a free update on Nintendo Switch, adding new multiplayer content and addressing a lack of variety in its battle mode. Three new stages, Katina, Sector X, and Venom, have been introduced, alongside two new items: the Autoturret and the Multiblaster. The update also includes new profile icons and achievements, aiming to make the game's multiplayer a more robust experience.
Best Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games to play on Halloween
This article highlights several Nintendo Switch and upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 games perfect for playing during the Halloween season. Titles like the Luigi's Mansion series, Metroid Dread, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, Persona 3 Reload, and visual novels like Paranormasight are recommended for their spooky or autumnal themes.
F-Zero GX fans uncover new cheat codes after more than 20 years
After more than 20 years, new cheat codes for the Nintendo GameCube racing game F-Zero GX have been discovered. These codes unlock all content, including Japan-exclusive arcade event items and machines, bypassing difficult in-game requirements. Some codes require four controllers to be used simultaneously.
Silver Pines launch trailer – survival horror Metroidvania makes it to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
The survival horror Metroidvania game Silver Pines has launched on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, accompanied by its official launch trailer. The game tasks players with finding a missing musician in a mysterious town, blending classic survival horror elements with Metroidvania-style exploration and combat.
Shift Up and PlatinumGames on how the Bayonetta costumes made it into Stellar Blade
PlatinumGames CEO Atsushi Inaba and Shift Up's Kim Hyung Tae discussed the collaboration that brought Bayonetta-inspired costumes to Stellar Blade for the Nintendo Switch. Both expressed enthusiasm for the partnership and hinted at potential future collaborations between the companies.
