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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.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battle Season 11 Starts Next Week With Returning RewardsPokémon Legends: Z-A's Ranked Battle Season 11 is set to begin on May 14th, 2026, and will run until June 4th. This season will feature returning rewards, including various Mega Stones like Greninjite and Chesnaughtite, as players compete in four-player online battles. Only specific Pokémon from the Lumiose and Hyperspace Pokédexes are eligible, with restrictions on legendary team composition.- 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.
Nintendo Raises Price of Switch 2Nintendo has announced price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2, raising its US price to $499.99. The company also increased prices for the original Nintendo Switch models in Japan and for Nintendo Switch Online services in multiple regions. This move follows similar price adjustments made by Microsoft and Sony.
Super Mario World and Zelda: A Link to the Past director Takashi Tezuka is leaving Nintendo after 42 years and credits…Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company after a 42-year career, during which he contributed to numerous iconic titles including Super Mario World and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. His departure marks the end of an era for the Japanese gaming giant, though the company has been developing younger talent to take on future projects.
Nintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka set to retire as Executive OfficerNintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka, known for directing classic titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Super Mario World, will retire from his role as an executive officer on June 26, 2026. Tezuka's departure follows the recent retirements of fellow Nintendo designers Hideki Konno and Kensuke Tanabe.
GamesStop wants eBay, Nintendo confirms Switch 2 price hike, and union boss says EA buyout is a national security risk - Patch Notes #51This week's gaming news roundup covers GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid for eBay, Nintendo's confirmation of price hikes for the Nintendo Switch 2, and concerns raised by a union boss regarding the potential Saudi Arabian buyout of Electronic Arts, citing national security risks. The article also touches on internal leadership changes at Xbox, layoffs at 2K, and the rebranding of CCP Games.
Price Controversy Did Nothing To Stifle Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen On SwitchDespite initial price controversy, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen have sold over 4 million copies on Nintendo Switch within six weeks of release. The re-releases have achieved roughly a third of the sales of the original Game Boy Advance titles. Separately, Pokémon Pokopia also surpassed 4 million sales on Switch 2 in five weeks.
Nintendo announces Nintendo Switch 2 price increaseNintendo has announced a worldwide price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, raising its price to $499.99 / €499.99. The company is also increasing the price of its Nintendo Switch Online subscription and Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack in Japan. Specific UK pricing will be confirmed later, while US pre-orders begin April 24, 2025, with the console priced at $449.99 at launch.
Nintendo announces price increase for Switch 2 handheld — but you still have time to beat itNintendo has announced a price increase for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 handheld console, set to take effect on September 1, 2026, in North America and Europe, and May 25, 2026, in Japan. The price will rise to $499.99 in the US, with similar increases in Canada and Europe, and a significant jump in Japan for both hardware and online subscriptions. This decision comes amid broader market conditions and price adjustments seen across the industry, including by Sony and Microsoft for their current-generation consoles.
Switch 2 sales reach nearly 20m almost one year after release, but Nintendo has lowered the console's forecast for 2027Nintendo's Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units as of March, but the company has lowered its sales forecast for the upcoming financial year to 16.50 million units, citing a decline in year-on-year sales after a strong launch. Despite the revision and an upcoming price increase, Nintendo considers the adoption rate solid for the console's second year.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are now some of the best-selling Pokemon games of all time thanks to the new Switch…Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen have seen a significant surge in sales, propelling them to become some of the best-selling titles in the franchise's history, largely due to their recent re-release on the Nintendo Switch. The games have collectively sold over four million units since their re-release, nearing the series' top five best-selling titles.
Nintendo Switch has now sold 155.92 million unitsNintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch has sold over 155.92 million units worldwide. This sales figure places the console close to surpassing the PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console of all time. The article also notes specific sales figures for the console in France.
Nintendo reveals best-selling Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 gamesNintendo has released updated sales figures for its Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the best-selling game, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The list includes sales numbers for numerous popular first-party titles.
Nintendo has now sold 19.86 million Nintendo Switch 2 units worldwideNintendo has reported that the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units worldwide as of March 31, 2026, surpassing its previous target. The company also announced that the original Nintendo Switch has shipped 55.77 million units globally, with 356.24 million games sold for the system.- Legendary Nintendo Designer Takashi Tezuka Set to RetireTakashi Tezuka, a prominent and long-serving developer at Nintendo, is set to retire from the company later this year. Tezuka has been a key figure in many of Nintendo's iconic game developments.
Switch Lifetime Sales Inch Toward PS2, But Price Hikes May Hurt Its ChancesThe Nintendo Switch is nearing the lifetime sales of the PlayStation 2, having sold 155.92 million units as of March 31, 2026. However, recent price increases for the console family in the US and Japan, along with Nintendo's own forecast of only 2 million sales in the next fiscal year, may hinder its chances of surpassing the PS2's 160 million mark.
Nintendo FY sales soar 98.6% to $14.6bn following launch of Switch 2Nintendo reported a 98.6% increase in net sales, reaching $14.6 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The company also announced price adjustments for the console and subscriptions in several regions. Despite strong initial sales, Nintendo forecasts a decline in Switch 2 hardware sales for the next fiscal year, though software sales are expected to grow.
Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices around the worldNintendo is increasing the prices of its Switch hardware and Nintendo Switch Online services in key markets including Japan, the United States, Canada, and Europe. The company cited "various changes in market conditions" and ongoing memory shortages as reasons for the revisions, which will take effect in late May and early September 2026.