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Kalanoro launch trailer
The official launch trailer for Red Raketa's action-adventure game Kalanoro has been released, coinciding with its launch on Nintendo Switch. The game features platforming, combat, and light management elements, all set in a world inspired by Malagasy folklore where players must rally musicians to fight against the witch Raneny.
RuneScape Dragonwilds promises to address Nintendo Switch 2 version’s lackluster visuals and performance
Jagex has acknowledged the poor visual quality and performance of RuneScape: Dragonwilds on the Nintendo Switch and plans to address it through a series of updates. The studio will focus on visual improvements, including an upgrade to Unreal Engine 5.8 for long-term optimization, alongside incremental patches for short-term gains. A recent patch also included general fixes for multiplayer, controller menus, and upscaling options.
Two Point Museum's Rides & Relics DLC features a 'free Act 1' ahead of its launch
Two Point Studios and Sega announced that the Rides & Relics DLC for Two Point Museum will offer a free "Act 1" starting October 1, allowing players to experience a new museum location, expedition map, and ride mechanics. The full DLC launches on October 8 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, with a Nintendo Switch release to follow.
Recension – Minecraft Dungeons II
Minecraft Dungeons II offers a more fluid experience than its predecessor with added mechanics like jumping and a more varied combat system. While it introduces an open world and improved loot customization, the game still lacks depth and a compelling story, making it an entertaining family title but not much more.
Famitsu sales (9/14/26 – 9/20/26) – first week sales revealed for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of September 14-20, 2026. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave debuted at the top of the software charts with 127,131 units sold on the Nintendo Switch 2, while hardware sales saw the Nintendo Switch 2 leading the pack.
Toem 2 review: "I can't resist the effortless charm and clever puzzling of this photography adventure"
Toem 2 is a charming photography adventure that builds upon its predecessor with witty dialogue and clever puzzles. The game's wholesome vibes and delightful characters make for an engaging experience, though players may wish for more content due to its roughly four-hour playtime. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Toem 2 Review – A world worth capturing
Toem 2 is a charming and delightful sequel that expands on the original's black-and-white photography-based exploration with new platforming mechanics and a heartwarming narrative about friendship. The game offers a perfect bite-sized getaway, featuring cute characters, fun quests, and satisfying photography mechanics, making it a wonderful experience for players seeking a relaxing escape.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Review – Too deep, too greedily
Minecraft Dungeons 2 offers a larger, more ambitious ARPG experience than its predecessor, featuring expanded build crafting and numerous sidequests. However, the review criticizes its repetitive gameplay loop, unoriginal quest design, and a significant readability problem in combat, ultimately finding it to be more of a chore than an adventure, especially given its disconnect from the core Minecraft identity and the current turmoil at Microsoft.
How Minecraft Dungeons II’s Interconnected World Makes Every Journey an Adventure
Minecraft Dungeons II introduces a massive, interconnected world with distinct biomes and seamless transitions between regions, enhancing the adventure. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, the game features deeper character builds, improved gear, and repeatable events for loot acquisition. The title launches September 29 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 review: "I love that this family friendly take on Diablo embraces old school vibes"
Minecraft Dungeons 2 is a polished and enjoyable dungeon crawler that builds upon its predecessor's formula, offering classic video game fun for both children and adults. While it scores low on originality and can become repetitive, its streamlined gameplay, satisfying loot system, and robust co-op features make it a strong entry in the genre, especially for those seeking old-school vibes.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 review: It's dangerous to go online
Minecraft Dungeons 2 refines its predecessor's dungeon crawler mechanics, offering a more complex experience and engaging endgame. While offline play with friends and family is fun, the online multiplayer component is severely hampered by unstable servers, frequent disconnects, and frustrating bugs like rubber-banding, making it a major weakness.
Call of Duty: Warzone will soon make it possible to toggle all those silly skins off, something no one thought could ever happen
Call of Duty: Warzone will introduce a new feature allowing players to toggle off character skins from other Call of Duty titles, starting with the launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's first season. This highly requested feature aims to provide players with more control over the visual aesthetic of their gameplay, addressing concerns about mismatched or out-of-place cosmetics from various franchises.
Video: The Witcher 3 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 graphics comparison
A new comparison video highlights the graphical and performance upgrades of The Witcher 3 Remastered on the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2 compared to the original Nintendo Switch. The Switch 2 version achieves up to 40 FPS, a common 1080p resolution when docked, and features improvements to textures, vegetation, and lighting.
Here’s How Visually Different The Witcher 3 Remastered Looks
The Witcher 3 Remastered introduces significant visual upgrades, including path tracing, a feature exclusive to the updated version. Comparisons show enhanced graphics on PC with ray tracing and path tracing enabled, though some minor graphical issues may be present in the pre-release build. The remaster is available for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, with a new DLC, Songs of the Past, planned for 2027.
Here’s What’s New In The Witcher 3 Remastered
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered introduces significant upgrades including enhanced visuals with path tracing on PC, a reimagined skill system for greater flexibility, and an expanded photo mode. Combat has been improved with new finishers, and transmogrification allows players to change Geralt's appearance without stat penalties. The remaster is free for existing owners and includes both expansions.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered review - better than ever, bugs and all
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered offers a significant graphical and gameplay overhaul, keeping the acclaimed quest design and characters intact. While the improvements are substantial and free for existing owners, the remaster retains many of the original game's bugs and glitches, particularly with Geralt's horse Roach and occasional visual oddities. Despite these persistent issues, the enhanced visuals and refined combat make it an excellent way to experience or revisit this legendary action RPG.
L.A. Noire 2 is Rockstar’s next game after GTA 6 claims source
A resurfaced leak suggests Rockstar Games is in the early stages of developing a sequel to L.A. Noire, potentially set in San Francisco and focusing on the Zodiac killer. While no release date is clear, Take-Two Interactive has previously expressed openness to more L.A. Noire titles.
Keep Driving – Take The Scenic Route In This Nostalgic Road Trip RPG
Keep Driving, a nostalgic road trip RPG developed and published by YCJY Games, is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch for £14.99. The game, previously released on Steam in 2025, features a procedurally generated pixel-art world set in the early 2000s, where players manage and customize their car while embarking on a journey across the country.
Super Shooting Gallery Battle announced for Nintendo Switch
Sat-Box has announced Super Shooting Gallery Battle for the Nintendo Switch, set to release on the Hong Kong and South Korean eShop on October 8th, 2026. This arcade-style light-gun shooter features high score, multiplayer, and online ranking modes across three distinct stages.
Tales of Eternia Remastered physical release detailed
Tales of Eternia Remastered will receive a physical release in Europe and Japan for both Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. However, the North American release will be digital-only, and the Switch 2 version will utilize a game-key card instead of a cartridge. The game is set to launch on October 16, 2026.
