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PSA: Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Has Apparently Leaked OnlineThe upcoming Nintendo Switch game Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream has reportedly leaked online just three days before its official launch. While previous leaks involved Switch 2 games, this leak pertains to a Switch 1 exclusive, a situation not entirely unexpected given the platform's history with piracy. The article advises readers to avoid spoilers online to maintain a spoiler-free experience for the game's release on Thursday.
Switch 2 Gets Edgy: Splatoon Raiders & Fire Emblem Rate... | TAGTwo new Nintendo Switch 2 games, Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, have received age ratings in Europe, suggesting upcoming releases. Separately, hackers are threatening to release data from Grand Theft Auto 6 after ransom demands were not met, though Rockstar Games appears unconcerned. The article also touches on reviews for Gigabyte OLED monitors and various quick gaming news updates.
Fable reboot is not delayed but Microsoft has a difficult decision aheadThe Fable reboot is reportedly not delayed and is still targeting an Autumn 2026 release, despite rumors of an internal pushback. Developer Xbox Game Studios is facing a difficult decision regarding its launch window, particularly in light of Grand Theft Auto 6's November 19 release date. Microsoft is considering options to avoid direct competition with major titles, which could impact the game's visibility and award potential.
Does Pokemon Champions require Nintendo Switch Online?Pokemon Champions does not require a Nintendo Switch Online subscription to play online battles or use features like Pokemon Home. While the game is free-to-play, the official website indicates that a Nintendo Switch Online membership may be necessary for certain content, possibly including online competitions.
The movie only just come out, but Super Mario Galaxy Movie toys are already receiving their first stellar discountsToys for the recently released Super Mario Galaxy Movie are already receiving their first discounts, with several figures and playsets available at reduced prices. Despite mixed critical reception, the film has performed well at the box office, and toy discounts follow a similar pattern to those seen after the first movie's release.
"You think we're stupid?" - Players react to Pokémon and Palworld lookalike Pickmon being renamed to "better align with our brand identity and lore"The creature-collecting game Pickmon, noted for its similarities to Pokémon, has been renamed Pickmos by developer PocketGame to "better align with our brand identity and lore." This change has been met with skepticism from players who accuse the game of blatant plagiarism, with PocketGame defending its designs by stating outlines are not patentable.
Pokemon and Palworld Knockoff Pickmon Changes Name for "Lore" ReasonsThe game Pickmon, noted for its similarities to Pokemon and Palworld, has been renamed Pickmos by developer Pocketgame. The developer claims the change is to better align with the game's lore and brand identity, suggesting the '-mos' suffix signifies a 'complete ecosystem' and 'grand cosmos'. Despite the name change for the game, the creatures within it remain called Pickmon, leading to some confusion. The article speculates the name change may be an attempt to avoid legal challenges from Nintendo and Pocketpair due to the game's striking similarities.
Unsurprisingly, The Mario Galaxy Movie Is Already 2026's Biggest Box Office HitThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2026, earning $629 million globally in just a few weeks. This success follows the billion-dollar performance of the first movie. The film faces competition later in the year from major releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Avengers Doomsday, and Toy Story 5.
The in-demand Lego Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection can now be built using bricks you own with newly released official instructionsLego has released official instructions for building the coveted Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection, previously a gift-with-purchase for a large Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set. This allows fans to construct the badge collection using their own bricks or by ordering individual pieces from Lego's Pick-a-Brick service, offering a more affordable alternative to the resale market. The article also briefly mentions other Nintendo-themed Lego sets, including those for The Legend of Zelda.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia risesThe UK software sales chart for the week ending April 11, 2026, shows Resident Evil Requiem as the overall top seller. Pokemon Pokopia saw a significant rise to second place, while Mario Kart World dropped to fifth. The chart lists the top 40 best-selling games for the period.
Xbox co-creator "vastly more excited" about Steam than Project Helix because Valve is "relentlessly…Original Xbox designer Seamus Blackley expressed more excitement for Valve's and Nintendo's future projects than Microsoft's upcoming console, codenamed Project Helix. Blackley praised Valve for its focus on games and Nintendo for its consistently interesting hardware designs, even citing the Wii U as a 'cool' failure.
New Switch 2 games Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave age-rated in EuropeTwo unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 games, Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, have received age ratings in Europe. Splatoon Raiders was rated PEGI 7, similar to Splatoon 3, while Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave received a PEGI 12, consistent with previous entries in the series. These ratings suggest potential upcoming releases for Nintendo's next console.
Team Bear Cubs won the Splatoon 3 Spring Fest 2026Team Bear Cubs has been declared the winner of the Splatoon 3 Spring Fest 2026. The annual in-game event saw participants compete across various teams, with Team Baby Chicks taking second place and Team Little Bunnies finishing last. Nintendo previously announced the Spring Fest would commence on April 19th.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie beats Project Hail Mary to become the highest grossing film of 2026 so farThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2026 so far, earning $629 million globally and surpassing Project Hail Mary. Despite strong performance, future releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Toy Story 5 could challenge its top spot. The film received a mixed review, with critics noting a lack of focus on its main characters.
Pickmon, Not To Be Confused With Pokemon, Changes Its Name But Still Looks A Lot Like PokemonDeveloper PocketGame has renamed its creature-collecting game from Pickmon to Pickmos, stating the change better aligns with its brand identity and lore. Despite the name change, the game continues to feature creatures that bear a strong resemblance to Pokemon, raising concerns about potential legal action from Nintendo and The Pokemon Company. Pickmos is also accused of using stolen fanart and features gameplay elements similar to Pokemon and Palworld, with a planned release for PC and Nintendo Switch.
Games Inbox: Are retro games better than modern gaming?Readers debate whether retro games are superior to modern gaming, citing the current industry's perceived issues and long waits between major releases. While some appreciate the raw excitement of older titles, others acknowledge the advancements in technology and gameplay offered by contemporary games, including indie titles and remakes like Resident Evil 4.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream ROM leaked onlineThe ROM for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has been leaked online, likely due to an early retail release. While not a story-heavy game, Nintendo will be unhappy with this leak, which follows similar incidents with other Nintendo titles. The game is officially set to launch for Nintendo Switch on April 16, 2026.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie now surpassed Sonic 3 Movie at worldwide box-officeThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a collaboration between Illumination and Nintendo, has surpassed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie at the worldwide box office, grossing $629 million. This makes it the highest-grossing film of the year so far, though it faces competition from upcoming releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday.
Nintendo pre-order updates – April 12, 2026 – Elden Ring, Shenmue 3 Enhanced, moreThis article provides a comprehensive list of video games currently available for pre-order across various Nintendo platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Release dates and retailers are specified for titles such as Elden Ring, Shenmue 3 Enhanced, and many others, spanning different genres and release windows throughout 2026.
Nintendo reveals Europe’s best-selling digital games for March 2026Nintendo has released the top 15 best-selling digital games in Europe for March 2026 across both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Pokemon Pokopia secured the top spot, followed by the new release Monster Hunter Stories 3. The list includes a variety of popular titles across both console generations.