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Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns announced for Nintendo Switch
Defender of the Crown: The Legend Returns is in development for Nintendo Switch, announced by Nordcurrent Labs and Black Tower Basement. The game celebrates the 40th anniversary of the original strategy title, aiming to preserve its core experience while modernizing it for current players. Launch timing for the Switch version will be revealed at a later date.
Falcom to announce final Trails game during 50th anniversary
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo discussed the company's 45th anniversary and future plans in a Weekly Famitsu interview. Kondo indicated that the final game in The Legend of Heroes: Trails series will be announced during the company's upcoming 50th anniversary.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Are a Great Anniversary Adventure
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen are highlighted as a fitting tribute for the series' 30th anniversary, offering modern conveniences and quality-of-life improvements over the original Game Boy Advance titles. Their rerelease on Nintendo Switch provides accessibility and serves as a relevant refresher, especially with ties to the new spin-off Pokemon Pokopia.
Falcom to announce final Trails game during 50th anniversary
Nihon Falcom president Toshihiro Kondo revealed in a Weekly Famitsu interview that the company plans to announce the final game in The Legend of Heroes series during its 50th anniversary. Further details are expected to be revealed soon.
My Nintendo Store Adds A Super Mario 40th Anniversary Reward (North America)
Nintendo has added a new My Nintendo Reward in North America, featuring a pin set that celebrates Super Mario Galaxy, Super Mario Galaxy 2, and the Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary. The company is also selling a Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary t-shirt on its online store and has added more retro titles to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack library.
PC Granblue Fantasy Released
Granblue Fantasy has been released for PC via Steam, making the JRPG available to western audiences on Windows. This launch coincides with the game's 12th anniversary since its initial mobile release.
MAR10 Day 2026 recap announcement – all of the news for Mario’s 40th anniversary
Nintendo celebrated Super Mario's 40th anniversary with a MAR10 Day 2026 recap announcement detailing various news and events. The company highlighted multiple ways they are honoring the iconic franchise's milestone.
Chrono Trigger Anniversary Celebrated With Music Stream
Square Enix is celebrating the 31st anniversary of Chrono Trigger with a non-stop 33-hour YouTube music stream featuring the game's soundtrack. The stream will be available worldwide and will not be archived after it concludes. Chrono Trigger is available on PC, iOS, and Android, with previous ports on SNES, PlayStation, and Nintendo DS.
MAR10 Day 2026: Nintendo Celebrates 40 Years of Mario With Deals, Events, and a New Movie - GameHaunt
Nintendo is celebrating MAR10 Day 2026 with extensive promotions, including deals on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 accessories from PDP, discounts on physical and digital games, and online events for Mario Kart World. The celebration also coincides with the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. and the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, with LEGO also releasing new Super Mario-themed builds.
Falcom announces Dragon Slayer Project for console
Nihon Falcom has announced Dragon Slayer Project, a tentatively titled 45th-anniversary console game. Specific platforms, genre, and release date are yet to be revealed. The article also provides an overview of the Dragon Slayer series' history, highlighting its evolution from early action RPGs to narrative-driven titles that spawned The Legend of Heroes and Trails series.
MAR10 Day Returns With Festivities For Fans Of All Ages In Honour Of The Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary
Nintendo is celebrating Super Mario's 40th anniversary with MAR10 Day festivities, including discounts on select Nintendo Switch games and special offers for Nintendo Switch Online members. Fans can also enjoy the Super Mario Galaxy Movie and participate in Mario Kart World My Nintendo Open Series challenges. Additionally, select retailers are offering opportunities to try Nintendo Switch 2 systems and receive exclusive merchandise with game purchases.
Nintendo announces MAR10 Day 2026 celebrations
Nintendo is celebrating MAR10 Day with various events and promotions honoring the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. and the upcoming release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Festivities include in-game events for Mario Kart World, a sweepstakes for a trip to SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, and special offers on Nintendo Switch games.
Evening Multiplex
Developer briefings have been released for Call of Duty: Warzone's Black Ops Royale mode. Additionally, The Division is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a showcase and the Anniversary Season for The Division 2, along with a look at 'The Road Ahead'.
Interview with Stephan Berendsen on Boulder Dash's 40th Anniversary - NintendoFuse
BBG Entertainment CEO Stephan Berendsen discusses the 40th anniversary of Boulder Dash and the upcoming Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary Edition. He highlights the game's enduring legacy, the challenges of updating a beloved classic, and the inclusion of both faithful recreations of the original games and new contemporary content.
Announcements from Nintendo Direct - September 12, 2025 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo's latest Direct presentation revealed numerous upcoming titles and updates, including the celebration of the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary and the arrival of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online: Expansion Pack. Key announcements include a release date for Metroid Prime 4, DLC for Donkey Kong Bananza, and new entries in the Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Bros. Wonder series.
Jubileumsquiz – Grattis Zelda, 40 år!
This article celebrates the 40th anniversary of the iconic game series The Legend of Zelda. It highlights Nintendo's contribution to the adventure genre and mentions the series' enduring legacy.
MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes Midnight
This week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.
Pokémon celebrates 30 years! Pure Nintendo Podcast E152
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E152 celebrates 30 years of the Pokémon franchise. Hosts Jemma, Kirk, and Trev discuss the latest Pokémon news and the franchise's milestone anniversary.
Poll: Box Art Brawl: Pokémon 30th Anniversary Edition
This article presents a 'Box Art Brawl' comparing the box art for various generations of mainline Pokémon games to celebrate the franchise's 30th anniversary. It details the evolution of the box art from the original Red, Blue, and Yellow versions through to Scarlet and Violet, highlighting the legendary Pokémon featured on each.
Pokémon Winds and Waves revealed for Switch 2 but the release date is a shock
The Pokémon Company has announced Pokémon Winds and Waves for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2027. The games will feature a tropical, island-inspired setting with underwater exploration and new starter Pokémon. This announcement also included details on other Pokémon releases such as Pokémon Champions and Pokémon XD: Gale Of Darkness for Nintendo Switch Online.
