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One of Nintendo's most important Mario and Zelda designers is set to retireTakashi Tezuka, a key designer behind influential Nintendo titles like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, is set to retire on June 26, 2026, after 42 years with the company. Tezuka, who co-designed early Mario and Zelda games with Shigeru Miyamoto, also served as a producer on later titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Sold Over 4m Units in Six Weeks on SwitchNintendo revealed that Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen sold over four million units combined on the Nintendo Switch within their first six weeks of release. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Mario Kart World, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Donkey Kong Bananza also reported strong sales figures for the fiscal year.
Legendary Zelda director and Nintendo designer legend Takashi Tezuka is retiring after more than 40 yearsVeteran Nintendo designer and director Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company on June 26th after more than 40 years of service. Tezuka joined Nintendo in 1984 and was instrumental in the development of numerous iconic titles, including the original Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Super Mario World, later serving as a producer on games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Nintendo Raising Switch, Switch 2, Playing Card, and Hanafuda Card PricesNintendo is increasing the prices of the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 consoles worldwide, citing market conditions such as AI-driven RAM shortages, tariffs, and shipping costs. The company is also raising prices for its playing cards and Hanafuda cards in Japan. These changes follow similar price adjustments by Sony for its PlayStation devices.- You better get your Switch 2 now if you want to avoid price hikesNintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch in Japan, the United States, Canada, and Europe, citing changes in market conditions and the global business outlook. The price hike will take effect in Japan on May 25 and in other regions on September 1. Nintendo Switch Online prices are also increasing in Japan.
Pricing and censorship complaints be damned: Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen sold over 4 million units in six weeksPokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have sold over 4 million units combined globally within six weeks of their release on Game Boy Advance. Despite controversies regarding pricing and a profanity filter, the remakes have achieved significant commercial success. The article also notes the strong sales of the new title Pokémon Pokopia on Nintendo Switch.
A Global Tech Shortage Causes A Nintendo Switch 2 Price HikeNintendo is increasing the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 by $50 USD to $500 USD starting September 1 due to a global RAM shortage impacting the tech industry. This price hike follows similar adjustments by Sony for the PlayStation line and potential increases for Xbox Series X|S. The shortage is driven by high demand for AI data centers, affecting components like RAM and SSDs.
Zach Aguilar Interview – Iconic VA Talks Demon Slayer, Smash Bros & MoreVoice actor Zach Aguilar discusses his iconic roles as Tanjiro Kamado in Demon Slayer and Byleth in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, as well as his work on Genshin Impact and Cookie Run: Kingdom. Aguilar also shares insights into the evolving voice acting industry, the challenges of keeping secrets for major game reveals, and offers advice for aspiring voice actors.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increases GloballyNintendo will implement global price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2 starting May 25, 2025, in Europe and September 1, 2026, in North America and other regions. The console's price will rise from $449.99 USD to $499.99 USD in western markets, and from ¥49,980 to ¥59,980 in Japan. Nintendo cited changing market conditions and the global business outlook as reasons for the adjustment.
Nintendo Switch 2 Prices Hiked Due to "Changes in Market Conditions"Nintendo is increasing the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 console to $499.99 in North America, citing "changes in market conditions" and rising component costs. The company is also raising prices for Nintendo Switch Online in Japan, with potential global adjustments to follow. This news comes as industry veterans Takashi Tezuka and Goro Abe are retiring from Nintendo.
Talking Point: Will You Be Getting A Switch 2 Before The Price Goes Up?Nintendo is increasing the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 by $50 USD / €30 starting September 1st, bringing the new RRP to $499.99 USD / €499.99. This follows a previous price hike for the original Switch in the US and Sony's recent PlayStation 5 price increases. Despite the higher cost and lack of a major exclusive title, the Switch 2 has sold nearly 20 million units in its first 10 months.
Pokopia is already in the top 5 best-selling Pokemon spin-offs of all time, with around 20% of Switch 2 owners buying…Pokemon Pokopia has sold over four million copies on the Nintendo Switch 2 in its first five weeks, making it one of the best-selling Pokemon spin-off titles of all time. This sales figure places it among the top-selling games on the platform, with Nintendo reporting strong performance for the title.- Nintendo (NTDOY) increases Switch 2 prices starting September 1, 2026Nintendo is increasing the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 console and its Nintendo Switch Online subscription service starting September 1, 2026. The specific price adjustments were not detailed in the announcement.
Switch 2 outpacing original Switch after nearing 20 million salesThe Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed the original Nintendo Switch in sales during its first full fiscal year, selling 19.86 million units worldwide since its June 2025 launch. Nintendo forecasts continued strong adoption despite expecting year-on-year sales declines in FY27. The company also reported significant success with its transmedia initiatives, including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Nintendo sold over 8 million Pokémon games in 2026 as Pokopia proves a big hitNintendo reported strong sales for its Pokémon titles in 2026, with Pokémon Pokopia selling over four million units on the Nintendo Switch 2 in its first five weeks. Ports of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen also exceeded four million sales. Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sold 12.79 million copies across both Switch and Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream sold 3.8 million units in two weeks.
Siliconera’s 2026 Mother’s Day Game Gift GuideSiliconera's 2026 Mother's Day game gift guide offers suggestions for single-player and multiplayer titles, recommending the Nintendo Switch 2 as a versatile and affordable console. Featured games include Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Hello Kitty Island Adventure with new expansions, the relaxing InKonbini, the deep roguelike Mewgenics, and Monster Hunter Stories 3. The guide also highlights Pokemon Pokopia, Resident Evil Requiem, Bluey the Videogame, and Final Fantasy XIV with its upcoming Evercold expansion.
Nintendo Announces A Price Increase For The Switch 2, Costing $679 In Canada Beginning This September |Nintendo has announced a price increase for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console in various regions, including Canada, the United States, and Europe, effective September 1st. The company cited changing market conditions and expects to sell fewer Switch 2 consoles in the next fiscal year compared to the previous one. This price adjustment comes amidst a global electronic component shortage impacting consumer electronics.
Switch 2 Star Fox pre-orders are cheaper than I thought, but I'm prepared to pay full price to snag that…Nintendo announced a remake of Star Fox 64, titled Star Fox, for the Nintendo Switch 2, launching on June 25, 2026. Pre-orders are available at a discounted price of $49.94 / £44.99, below the $59.99 / £49.99 MSRP. UK customers who pre-order directly from Nintendo will receive exclusive bonus pins and a velcro patch.
Valve commits to a reservation system for today's new batch of Steam Controller stock, which gives me a lot more…Valve is implementing a reservation system for the Steam Controller to combat resellers and ensure fairer access for consumers. This system, similar to those used by Sony and Nintendo for their hardware launches, will limit purchases to one per customer and aims to prevent scalpers from profiting excessively. Valve is also applying lessons learned from past Steam Deck supply management to upcoming Steam Frame and Steam Machine hardware.- Nintendo Raising Switch 2 and Switch Online PricesNintendo is increasing prices for its current Nintendo Switch systems, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, and Nintendo Switch Online memberships. The company cited changing market conditions and global business considerations for the adjustments, which will take effect at different times in Japan, North America, and Europe starting May 25, 2026.