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Shack Chat: What sport would you like to see added as Nintendo Switch Sports Resort DLC?
Shacknews staff members discuss their desired sports and activities for potential DLC in Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. Suggestions range from log rolling and four square to hockey, baseball, and surfing, with some staff members drawing inspiration from shows like American Gladiators.
Evening Reading - October 23, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news, including reviews for Tape To Tape and Village in the Shade, and mentions of upcoming titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Palworld. Shigeru Miyamoto received Japan's Order of Culture and commented on AI's role in game design. There are also reports of Arkane Studios potentially facing closure and Helen Chiang's departure from Xbox.
Tape To Tape review: Hockey Game of the Year
Tape to Tape masterfully blends roguelite progression with engaging hockey gameplay, earning its place as one of the best sports titles of 2026. The game features a fast-paced campaign with challenging boss battles, crisp mechanics, and a humorous tone that enhances the experience. Available on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, and PC, it offers robust co-op and creation modes, though it lacks a season or dynasty mode.
Nintendo Switch Sports review for Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, offering a much-improved experience with a greater focus on single-player content and a wider variety of sports. While the core gameplay is simple and fun, the game's customization system remains a major flaw, requiring excessive grinding for random items and locking out casual players. Despite these issues, the return of Wuhu Island and the overall charm make it a great sports title for friends and family.
With BioWare dead, EA lays out its 'next chapter,' and it's pretty much as predicted: Guns and football are fine, and everything else is under the microscope
Following the closure of BioWare, Electronic Arts has announced a strategic shift focusing on its largest franchises like Battlefield, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC, while reducing the scope of other projects. The company is pausing 'Project Lotus,' pausing development on the early-stage Mass Effect game, and cutting the Skate team, leading to significant layoffs and a negative sentiment towards the studio's future.
Football Manager 27 is getting a free preview for everyone on PC for 5 days, to restore faith after FM26's…
Sports Interactive announced that Football Manager 27 will be available for a five-day free preview period on PC from October 29 to November 3, aiming to restore faith after the poorly received Football Manager 26. The preview will be accessible across major PC platforms including Steam, Epic Games Store, Microsoft Store, and Xbox Game Pass.
PS5’s Biggest Physical Games Look Very Different From Its Biggest Digital Hits
Data from Alinea Analytics reveals a significant split in PlayStation 5 game sales in 2026, with physical copies dominated by single-player AAA titles like Resident Evil Requiem, while digital sales hold a 70/30 lead overall. This trend is particularly pronounced in Japan for certain Capcom titles, though Sony is pushing digital-only consoles and digital versions of sports games.
Games like Call of Duty and EA Sports FC most at risk of losing players during GTA 6 launch, according to new data
New data from gaming consultancy Open World suggests that titles like Call of Duty, Apex Legends, and EA Sports FC are most at risk of losing players during the launch of Grand Theft Auto 6. The analysis indicates that competitive shooters and sports games, along with driving and high-stakes session games, are most likely to see player migration. Developers are advised to avoid major content updates or marketing pushes during GTA 6's launch window to mitigate player loss.
EA finally says the words PS3 gamers have waited 15 years to hear: "Fight Night is coming back"
Electronic Arts has teased the return of its Fight Night boxing series, which has been dormant since Fight Night Champion in 2011. The announcement was made via a new Twitter account for the series, with no further details provided. This marks EA's third revival of a classic sports franchise, following College Football and Skate.
Fight Night is getting back in the ring with a franchise revival
EA Sports has announced the return of its Fight Night boxing game series, marking the first new entry in 15 years since Fight Night Champion. The announcement was made via social media, with the company stating the franchise is coming back. The development team behind Fight Night was previously redirected to work on the EA Sports UFC series.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort review: Wuhu Island getaway
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort improves upon its predecessor with a better selection of minigames and a compelling offline mode, returning to the tropical Wuhu Island setting. New additions like Archery and Boxing are highlights, though some sports like Power Cruising can be fatiguing. The Island Crown mode offers a strong challenge, and extensive customization options add replayability.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Review
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort offers a collection of sports games that are designed to create surprisingly intense rivalries among players. The game aims to provide engaging and competitive experiences for users on the Nintendo Switch platform.
Tape to Tape coming to Nintendo Switch
Excellent Rectangle announced that its roguelite hockey game, Tape to Tape, will launch on Nintendo Switch on October 23, 2026. The 1.0 release will include a remade campaign, new content, upgraded visuals, and more features for the simcade hockey experience.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Showcases Excellent Joy-Con Implementation in New Overview Trailer
Nintendo has released a new overview trailer for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, showcasing its various activities and the implementation of Joy-Con controls. The trailer highlights gameplay in Archery, Tennis, Volleyball, and Bowling, as well as exploration of Wuhu Island. The game is set to launch on October 22nd.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for August 2026 – Nintendo Switch 2 boosts Elden Ring to the top 10, Big Walk makes the list
Circana's August 2026 US sales chart shows NBA 2K27 and Madden NFL 27 leading, with Elden Ring surging to seventh place following the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. The list also features Mario Kart World and Splatoon Raiders, with Big Walk making an appearance. The year-to-date chart is topped by Resident Evil Requiem.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Hands-On: Back to Wuhu Island
A hands-on preview of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort reveals a return to Wuhu Island with enhanced fidelity and accuracy thanks to the Switch 2's advanced motion controls. The game balances exploration and relaxation with competitive sports like Archery, Boxing, and Bowling, aiming for a richer experience than its predecessor.
EA Sports FC 27 Has Made Over $714 Million, Sold Almost 8 Million Copies – Rumor
A report from Alinea Analytics suggests EA Sports FC 27 has generated over $714 million from nearly 8 million copies sold, surpassing other sports titles like NBA 2K27 and EA Sports College Football 27. The game has seen significant revenue from PlayStation players, with a notable portion of sales occurring during its early access period.
Switch Sports Resort Is An Overly Familiar Vacation
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, the fifth entry in the franchise, offers a mix of returning and new motion-controlled sports and exploration activities on Wuhu Island. While some new modes like Prop Plane and Thumb Wrestling show depth and potential for fun, many feel shallow and lack longevity, making the overall experience overly familiar. The game relies heavily on its toy-like minigames and the enjoyment of playing with friends, but its ultimate success hinges on whether it provides enough new content to justify another trip to Wuhu Island.
2K to delist and shut down game's single-player mode after only two years
2K Games will delist NBA 2K25 from digital storefronts on October 30, 2026, just over two years after its September 6, 2024 launch. The game's online servers will shut down on January 1, 2027, rendering its multiplayer and MyCareer modes unplayable. This practice, also seen with WWE 2K23 and PGA Tour 2K23, is criticized as a bleak trend for game preservation.
NBA 2K25 Is Getting Delisted Soon, Single-Player Modes Also Closing Down
2K Sports has announced that NBA 2K25 will be delisted on October 30, 2026, and its servers will shut down on December 31, 2026, rendering single-player modes like MyCareer and MyTeam unplayable. This discontinuation follows a pattern for the NBA 2K series, with servers typically remaining active for about two years post-launch. Players are expressing frustration over the limited lifespan of modes that require significant time investment.