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Former Nintendo of America president admits NES and SNES classics were made "to sustain our business":…Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé revealed that the NES Classic Edition and Super Nintendo Entertainment System Classic Edition were released to sustain the company's business during the struggling Wii U era. He explained these mini consoles were crucial for achieving sales volume during holiday seasons when the Wii U had limited support.
Eiji Aonuma believed it was his "fault" that The Wind Waker wasn't as meaty as other Zelda gamesThe Legend of Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma expressed that he felt responsible for The Wind Waker's perceived lack of content, attributing it to the need to make the game more compact for its release. He aimed to avoid a similar impression with future titles. The article also briefly mentions Shigeru Miyamoto's desire for horseback combat in Twilight Princess.
Nintendo maintenance schedule – May 24, 2026 – new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch session on the docketNintendo has announced a brief maintenance period for its online services affecting both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The scheduled downtime is set for May 25-26, 2026, and is expected to last for one hour, impacting the purchase of consumable items.
Former Star Fox character designer thanks Miyamoto for Star Fox revival at BitSummitOriginal Star Fox character designer Takaya Imamura expressed gratitude to Shigeru Miyamoto for the franchise's revival, mentioning its presence on the Nintendo Switch. Imamura also discussed the reasoning behind the animal choices for the main characters in a recent interview with EDGE magazine.
Poll: What Review Score Would You Give Yoshi And The Mysterious Book?The latest Yoshi adventure, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, has received mixed reviews. While critics praise the discovery of hidden creatures, the game suffers from repetitive structure and a lack of meaningful challenge. Visually, it is noted to be disappointing, especially in handheld mode on the Nintendo Switch.
Pokemon Champions gets new distribution, first one with a title includedPokemon Champions players can now redeem a new Mystery Code to receive a level 50 Gyarados with specific moves and the Intimidate Ability. This distribution celebrates the Pokemon Trainers Cup and is the first to include a title. The code is active until May 31, 2026, and the game is available on Nintendo Switch with a mobile version planned.
Poll: Box Art Brawl: Yoshi (NES)This article compares the box art for the NES title Yoshi, known as Mario & Yoshi in Europe and Yoshi's Egg in Japan. It presents the North American, European, and Japanese cover art, discussing their design elements and regional differences. The author notes the game's retro charm despite not being the best tile-matching puzzler.
How to get a Flower Crown in Yoshi and the Mysterious BookThis guide explains how to obtain a Flower Crown in Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Nintendo Switch. Players need to bring a Crazee Dayzee to a patch of bloomed flowers, let it create a crown, and then crouch next to it to receive it. The article also mentions that some achievements and Smiley Flowers may require revisiting levels after meeting specific criteria.
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – May 24, 2026 – Yoshi holds off Pokemon Pokopia, Tales of Arise debutsThe latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of May 24, 2026, show Yoshi and the Mysterious Book holding the top spot, followed by Pokemon Pokopia. Tales of Arise debuted with two editions in the top ten, while other notable titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza also charted.
[Let’s Talk] Will you be giving Nintendo’s new game Pictonico a shot?Nintendo has surprised players with the announcement of Pictonico, a new mobile game featuring mini-games centered around photos. The game will be free-to-start, with players needing to pay to access all content. Pictonico is set to launch next week.
The next Animal Crossing should be a socialist uprising against Tom Nook - Reader’s FeatureThis reader's feature proposes a radical direction for the next Animal Crossing game, suggesting a socialist uprising against the capitalist character Tom Nook. The idea involves players building solidarity with villagers to overthrow Nook, establish a commune, and potentially spread the revolution to other islands, all while maintaining the series' charming aesthetic and satirical tone.
My Nintendo Store Adds A New Yoshi Reward (North America)Nintendo is offering a new Yoshi Egg Zipper Pouch as a reward on the My Nintendo Store in North America, costing 800 Platinum Points. Additionally, new Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Switch Online icons have been released, and a Sticky Notes Set is available in the UK. The My Nintendo Store will be renamed Nintendo Store on May 27, 2026.
Nintendo Orders 20 Million Switch 2 Consoles for Fiscal Year 2027 – RumorSources suggest Nintendo is planning to order 20 million units of the unannounced Switch 2 console for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, a potential increase over initial forecasts. Analyst Serkan Toto noted Nintendo's strategy of under-promising and over-delivering. The article also briefly mentions potential unannounced games and a rumored remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
Star Fox On Switch 2 Is Getting A Day One UpdateNintendo has announced that Star Fox for the Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a day one update to unlock online features, including 4-vs-4 multiplayer Battle Mode. The update will also be required for GameChat character avatars and AR features. The game is set to launch digitally and physically on June 25, 2026.
Former Nintendo exec confirms NES and SNES Classics were made to sustain the company’s business during Wii U’s dark daysFormer Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime revealed that the NES and SNES Classic Editions were launched in successive years to sustain the company's business during the Wii U's decline. These popular micro consoles provided much-needed sales volume during holiday seasons when the Wii U was on life support.
Rare footage emerges of Super Mario 64, Kirby Bowl 64 prototypesRare prototype footage has emerged for Nintendo's Super Mario 64 and the cancelled Kirby Bowl 64, both showcased at Spaceworld '95. The Super Mario 64 footage reveals differences in hitboxes, enemy spawns, and environmental elements compared to the final release. Kirby Bowl 64's footage indicates gameplay inspired by Kirby's Dream Course and a mode similar to Kirby Air Ride, a game that was also initially planned for the Nintendo 64 before its eventual release on GameCube.
Star Fox will have a day one update on Nintendo Switch 2Nintendo has confirmed a day one update for the upcoming Star Fox game on Nintendo Switch 2, scheduled for release on June 25, 2026. This patch will introduce full support for Battle Mode, featuring 4-vs-4 dogfights, and GameChat character avatars with AR filters that mirror player expressions.
US: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has now made $420.47MThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success in the United States, grossing $420.47 million. Globally, the film has surpassed $940 million and is projected to reach over $1 billion. The movie is now available on digital platforms in addition to its theatrical run.- Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAGThis guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatableThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New releases like Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection also appeared on the download-only list. The article provides a comprehensive ranking of the top 30 games and download-only titles.