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Super Mario Galaxy Movie coming digitally 19th May and Blu-Ray 16th June includes 1+ hour of bonus contentThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be available for digital purchase on May 19, 2026, and on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray on June 16, 2026. The home media release includes over an hour of bonus content, such as behind-the-scenes interviews and deep dives into the film's settings and themes.
You'll be able to see the live-action Legend of Zelda film sooner than expected, as release date gets moved upNintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto announced that the live-action The Legend of Zelda film's release date has been moved up to April 30, 2025, from its previously scheduled May 7, 2027 date. Filming for the movie, which stars Bo Bragson as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link, has wrapped. There are also reports of a potential The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo clarifies hardware price rises were due to sustained component and market costsNintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa explained that recent hardware price increases for the Nintendo Switch were due to sustained rises in component costs, foreign exchange rates, and oil prices, which are expected to continue. He emphasized that maintaining hardware profitability is crucial for the sustained growth of their dedicated video game platform business. Furukawa also highlighted the strong performance of the Switch and the importance of software like Animal Crossing and Pokémon Pokopia in driving hardware sales and user transitions.
Nintendo has revealed it has 'decided to change' the release date for its Legend of Zelda live-action movie — but now it's coming out earlier than any of us expectedNintendo has announced that the release date for its live-action The Legend of Zelda movie has been moved up by one week. The film will now premiere worldwide on April 30, 2027, instead of May 7, 2027. This change was confirmed by Nintendo president Shigeru Miyamoto, who stated the team is working to deliver the film to audiences as soon as possible.
Nintendo Download – May 14, 2026 (Europe)Nintendo has released its latest download list for Europe for the week of May 14, 2026. The list includes retail titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Outbound, alongside numerous digital-only releases for the Nintendo Switch.- Fyra FZHS-spel har deadline – gissa innan midnattFour games have upcoming deadlines for voting on FZ High Score: Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, Thick as Thieves, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, and Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. Players must submit their score predictions before midnight. The article also mentions other games with upcoming deadlines and provides links to rules and past results.
More Rumours About The Zelda Movie Cast Surface OnlineNew rumors suggest Albert Latailakepa is playing a Goron and Evelyn Towersey is playing Fado in the live-action Legend of Zelda movie, which has a new release date of April 2027. A dog resembling one from Breath of the Wild was also reportedly seen on set with a badge displaying the film's rumored codename 'Umami'.- This Week in Switch 2 - Star Fox, Mixtape review, price increases & Nintendo (NTDOY) FY27 forecastThis week's discussion covers Nintendo's earnings report, a potential Star Fox announcement, and a review of the game Mixtape. The segment also touches on Nintendo's financial forecast for fiscal year 2027.
Zelda Movie Gets A New Release Date (Again)Nintendo has announced that the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie's worldwide theatrical release date has been moved up to April 30, 2027, from its previously scheduled May 7 date. This marks the third adjustment to the film's release schedule. Shigeru Miyamoto stated that the production team is working diligently to bring the film to audiences sooner.
Legend Of Zelda Movie May Feature A Very Good Boy From Breath Of The WildA new set photo from the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie suggests the inclusion of a Hylian retriever, similar to the dogs found in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. The movie, starring Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda, is directed by Wes Ball and has had its release date shifted to April 30, 2027.
5 Virtual Boy games added to Nintendo ClassicsNintendo has added five Virtual Boy games to the Nintendo Switch Online service: Jack Bros, Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Vertical Force, Virtual Bowling, and V-Tetris. These titles are available through the "Virtual Boy - Nintendo Classics" app for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers. Additionally, limited-time Virtual Boy-themed profile icons are available for Expansion Pack members using Platinum Points.- Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics adds V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical ForceThe Virtual Boy - Nintendo Classics application has expanded its library with the addition of several new titles. Players can now access V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force on the platform.
Nintendo Expands Switch Online's Virtual Boy Library With Five More GamesNintendo has added five classic Virtual Boy titles to its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service: V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders: Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force. Access to these games requires the Expansion Pack subscription tier.
Games Inbox: Are 3D platformers a dead genre?This collection of reader letters discusses the perceived decline of 3D platformers, the controversy surrounding game reviews and developer apologies, and the high price of upcoming games like Grand Theft Auto 6. Other topics include the financial struggles of Sony's acquisition of Bungie and the increasing time it takes to develop games.
Nintendo Switch Online adds new Virtual Boy games in May 2026 updateNintendo Switch Online has added five Virtual Boy games to its service as part of the May 2026 update. The new additions include V-Tetris, Jack Bros., Space Invaders Virtual Collection, Virtual Bowling, and Vertical Force. Access to these titles requires a Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscription and the latest update for the Virtual Boy – Nintendo Classics app.
The Live-Action Zelda Movie Has A New Worldwide Release DateNintendo has announced that the worldwide theatrical release date for the live-action film adaptation of The Legend of Zelda has been moved up to April 30, 2027. This shifts the release from the previously announced May 7 date. Producer Shigeru Miyamoto stated that the team is working hard to deliver the film as soon as possible.
The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Film’s Theatrical Release Changed to April 30th, 2027Nintendo has announced that the live-action film adaptation of The Legend of Zelda will now be released on April 30, 2027, moving up from its previous May 7, 2027 date. Producer Shigeru Miyamoto stated that the team is working hard to meet the earlier deadline. The film stars Bo Bragason as Zelda and Evan Ainsworth as Link, and is directed by Wes Bell.
Shigeru Miyamoto says the live-action Zelda movie is hitting theaters a week sooner than plannedThe live-action The Legend of Zelda movie has had its worldwide theatrical release date moved up one week to April 30, 2027, from its original May 7 date. Franchise creator Shigeru Miyamoto announced the change via social media, stating the production team is working hard to get the film released as soon as possible. Actors Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Bro Bragason have been cast as Link and Zelda, respectively, with filming having begun in New Zealand.- Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom's Pilotable Mech Gets An Amiibo This YearNintendo is releasing a new Amiibo figure for Mineru's Construct from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on September 17, 2026, for $35. The larger, more detailed figure can be scanned into Nintendo Switch consoles to unlock in-game items for various Zelda titles, including Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild.
The Legend of Zelda movie now hits theaters 30th April 2027Nintendo has announced that the live-action "The Legend of Zelda" movie will now premiere on April 30, 2027, a week earlier than previously scheduled. The film, co-produced by Nintendo and Sony Pictures and directed by Wes Ball, stars Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link and Bo Bragason as Zelda.