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From games to merch, Zelda fans are being spoilt this Prime Day, and I've found the best bargains in all of HyruleAmazon's Prime Day is offering rare discounts on Nintendo games, including The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for the Nintendo Switch. The sale also features Zelda-themed merchandise such as bags and cases, providing opportunities for fans to acquire Hyrule-related items before the event concludes.- Nintendo has raised its employees base salary by 10%Nintendo has announced a 10% increase in base salaries for its employees, according to company president Shuntaro Furukawa. This move aims to retain talent by ensuring compensation remains competitive.
- US: Nintendo Switch 2 sold nearly 6 million units first year and is second fastest-selling video game systemThe Nintendo Switch has sold nearly 6 million units in the United States during its first year, according to Circana. This sales figure makes it the second fastest-selling video game system in the US market. Circana tracks video game software and hardware sales across the United States.
- PS5, Xbox, And Switch 2: Here’s How Their Prices Have Changed Since LaunchConsole prices have significantly increased across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch models due to global economic factors and component shortages. By mid-2026, prices for many consoles have risen by hundreds of dollars, with the PlayStation 5 Pro and Xbox Series X nearing $1,000. Companies are also exploring further monetization strategies for software and services.
Nintendo Switch 2 ends first full year in the U.S. at nearly 6 million units sold, second fastest-selling video game systemThe Nintendo Switch 2 sold nearly 6 million units in its first full year in the U.S., making it the second fastest-selling video game system in the U.S. since 1995, behind only the Game Boy Advance. It was also the best-selling hardware platform in May and year-to-date for 2026, with Nintendo games like Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream charting in the top ten.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for May 2026 – Yoshi and the Mysterious Book cracks the top 10Circana has released the top-selling video game list for the U.S. in May 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains a top seller at #5, while the new release Yoshi and the Mysterious Book debuted at #8. Other notable entries include 007 First Light, Forza Horizon 6, and Crimson Desert.
Nintendo Faces Lawsuit Over Tariff Refunds | TAGNintendo is facing a lawsuit from US players who claim that any tariff refunds the company receives from the government should be passed on to consumers. The lawsuit argues that Nintendo unfairly raised prices on its hardware and games due to tariffs imposed during the Trump administration and did not lower them when the tariffs were reduced or eliminated, pocketing the savings instead.
Asked about bringing DS and 3DS games to Switch 2, Nintendo boss reportedly teases making more classics playable on new hardware when possible, but doesn't confirm platformsNintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has indicated that the company is exploring ways to make more classic games, including those from the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS, playable on future hardware. While not confirming specific platforms or a Nintendo Switch Online release, he stated that Nintendo aims to bring its past software library to modern consoles whenever possible.- Shareholder asks Nintendo president about Splatoon 3 communication errorsNintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addressed shareholder concerns regarding online communication errors in Splatoon 3. The game, despite its strong single-player and multiplayer modes, has experienced persistent issues with its online connectivity since launch.
- Takashi Tezuka talks about illustrious career and will remain producer at NintendoTakashi Tezuka will continue his career at Nintendo as a producer, stepping down from his executive officer role. This change was revealed during a recent Nintendo shareholder session, with Tezuka confirming his continued involvement with the company in a production capacity.
- Nintendo shareholder asks president if DS and 3DS games will come to Switch 2During a Nintendo shareholder meeting, president Shuntaro Furukawa was asked if games from the Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS would be made available on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. Furukawa stated he could not provide an answer regarding the inclusion of these older titles in a potential Nintendo Classics range for the new console.
Nintendo (NTDOY) President Furukawa addresses stock price collapse at annual shareholder meetingNintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addressed shareholder concerns regarding the company's stock price decline at the annual shareholder meeting. He acknowledged the market's perception and reiterated the goal of expanding the Nintendo Switch 2 player base. Furukawa also confirmed sufficient component availability for near-term Switch 2 production, emphasizing the importance of software driving hardware sales.
How to get the good ending - Star FoxThis guide details how to achieve the good ending in Star Fox by outlining specific mission routes and boss fight strategies. Players must ensure Area 6 is the second-to-last level and then successfully defeat the Star Wolf team and Andross in his various forms.
Evening Reading - June 25, 2026This article is a collection of various news items from June 25, 2026, including layoffs at Bungie, OpenAI's GPT-5.6 access policy, price increases for Xbox consoles and Apple products, and details about EVO 2026. It also touches on the perceived decline of Destiny 2 and mentions the CEO of Shacknews, Asif Khan.- Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream updated to Version 1.0.3 (patch notes)Nintendo has released version 1.0.3 for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Nintendo Switch. This update primarily addresses various bug fixes and gameplay issues, including a restriction on sending Miis via Local Play if certain names are used.
Mario dev Takashi Tezuka not retiring from Nintendo, contrary to previous reportsContrary to previous reports, Nintendo producer Takashi Tezuka will not be fully retiring from the company. While he is stepping down as an executive officer, he will continue his role as a production producer and remain involved in game development. Tezuka reflected on his 42-year career at Nintendo, highlighting the joy of creating new forms of play and working with new technologies.- Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Happy Home Paradise added to Nintendo MusicNintendo has added 43 minutes of music from the Animal Crossing: New Horizons DLC, Happy Home Paradise, to its Nintendo Music app. The service, available to Nintendo Switch Online members, continues to expand its library of game soundtracks.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream 1.0.3 update out now, patch notesNintendo has released update version 1.0.3 for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Nintendo Switch. The update primarily addresses numerous bug fixes, including issues that could prevent game progression or cause errors. A change to local play prevents sending Mii characters if island or player names contain restricted characters or numbers.
May 2026 US Console Sales Marked The Worst May Ever for Xbox, Worst May for PlayStation Since 2000May 2026 saw the worst US hardware sales for Xbox and the worst May since 2000 for PlayStation, attributed to significant price increases across consoles. While Xbox unit sales declined, revenue grew due to higher prices, whereas PlayStation experienced drops in both units sold and revenue. Nintendo's Switch 2 continued to sell well, though future price hikes may pose a challenge. In software, IO Interactive's 007 First Light topped the charts, followed by Forza Horizon 6 and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight.
Deltarune Chapter 5 launches to nearly 300,000 concurrent players on Steam, Chapter 6 is coming in 2027Deltarune Chapter 5 launched on Steam, achieving nearly 300,000 concurrent players and ranking among the platform's top sellers. Creator Toby Fox confirmed that more chapters are planned, with Chapter 6 aiming for a 2027 release and development on Chapter 7 potentially starting soon after. Chapters 1 and 2 remain free, while subsequent chapters are paid, with purchasers of Chapters 3 and 4 receiving all future content at no additional cost.