TodayThu, 31st Oct 2019

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  Guide Luigi's Mansion 3 - Gem Locations And Gem Maps For Every Floor

  A floor-by-floor guide to all 102 gems hidden in Luigi’s latest game

  In gameplay terms, Luigi’s Mansion 3 continues the tradition of steering the green brother away from his roots as a platform game hero. However, that genre’s tradition of collecting a bunch of shiny trinkets in the pursuit of completionist perfection remains alive and well...

  • 8 mins ago
  • Guides
  • Luigis Mansion 3
  • Features
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  News Nintendo Switch Has Now Sold 41.67 Million Units Worldwide, First Switch Lite Totals Revealed

  Here's how that compares to other consoles

  As of 30th September 2019, the Nintendo Switch family of systems has sold 41.67 million units worldwide. The number includes sales for both the original model and the new Nintendo Switch Lite. The news comes from Nintendo's six months earning release which has been shared online today; the last official...

  • 38 mins ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Sales Figures
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  News Ubisoft's Goal Is To Make All Of Its PvP Games Support Cross-Play

  And it's "well on the way"

  As cross-platform play becomes increasingly popular, more third-party companies are starting to make it a standard feature within their games, as it's a great way of sustaining and uniting communities. Ubisoft's free-to-play arena fighter Brawlhalla is one of the latest titles to add cross-platform multiplayer support...

  • 4 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Ubisoft
  • Yves Guillemot
  • Industry
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  70

  News Shinobi Is The Next Sega Ages Game To Hit Japan

  Update: Check out the launch trailer

  Update: The Sega AGES release Shinobi is out today (31st October) on the Japanese Switch eShop. To celebrate, the publisher has uploaded a clip. Check it out above. Original Story (Thu 17th Oct, 2019 00:35 BST): The action side-scroller Shinobi has been confirmed for the Sega AGES line since March, so when is...

  • 5 hours ago
  • Switch eShop
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Sega
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Japan
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  News Dr. Mario World's Latest Update Adds Donkey Kong And Diddy Kong

  Plus new Super Mario assistants

  Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong have had done a lot of different things over the years and now they've become qualified doctors. As bananas as this might sound, it's completely normal within the context of the Nintendo mobile game, Dr. Mario World. Following on from the Mario babies not long ago, it only seems fair to...

  • 6 hours ago
  • Nintendo
  • Mobile
  • Dr. Mario
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  23

  Random Sans From Undertale Makes His Debut As A Professional Wrestler

  AEW's Kenny Omega dresses up for the spooky season

  Sans from Undertale hit the big time recently when it was revealed he would be appearing in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as a costume for the Mii Gunner. So, where does the popular character go from here? To the All Elite Wrestling circuit, of course. As part of the AEW Halloween celebrations, the...

  • 7 hours ago
  • Random
  • Sans
  • Toby Fox
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  News Romancing SaGa 3 HD Remaster Launches On The Switch eShop Next Month

  Localised for the first time ever

  Updated: Earlier in the year, it was revealed a remastered version of Romancing SaGa 3 was on the way to the Switch and multiple other platforms. For the first time ever, this game will also be localised. Now, Square Enix has revealed the third entry will arrive on the eShop in Japan on 11th November, which is the...

  • 8 hours ago
  • Switch eShop
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Square Enix
  • SaGa
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  News There's No Need To Be Afraid Of This Day One Update For Luigi's Mansion 3

  A safer experience

  Today marks the release of Luigi's Mansion 3 on the Nintendo Switch. Part of the experience is the ability to play special multiplayer modes locally and online. In order to do this, though, you're going to have to update your brand new game as you soon as you've purchased it. According to patch notes for Version 1.1.0 over on...

  • 9 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Updates
  • Luigi
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  31

  News Terry Might Be Joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Sooner Than We Expected

  Hey, c'mon!

  Nintendo has already said the next DLC fighter Terry Bogard will be joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate this November. While there's no exact release date just yet for the star of the Fatal Fury series, the latest Sword-themed spirit event – starting this Friday – has an updated list of trademarks and one of them

  • 10 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Super Smash Bros
  • DLC

YesterdayWed, 30th Oct 2019

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  27

  Random Reggie Reveals His Favourite Meme After 15 Years At Nintendo

  "My body is ready"

  Not long after he was appointed as the Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Nintendo, Reggie Fils-Aimé became one of the most recognised faces within the video game industry when he walked out on stage at the company's 2004 E3 press conference and announced to the world he was all about kickin' ass, takin' names and...

  • 1 day ago
  • Random
  • Reggie
  • Nintendo
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  67

  Review Disney Classic Games: Aladdin And The Lion King - A Fine Package, But The Games Have Aged Badly

  Not exactly a whole new world

  Movie tie-in games can be notoriously hit-or-miss in their quality. Often, the games seem to be something of an afterthought or simply advertisement fodder for the film they're based on, but every now and then, tie-ins can surprise with how well they stand on their own. Back in the day, the video game adaptations of...

  • 14 hours ago
  • Reviews
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Disney
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  181

  News PlayStation 4 Just Overtook Wii's Lifetime Sales

  An impressive feat

  Sony's PlayStation 4 has now sold more units than Nintendo's super-popular Wii, becoming the second best-selling home console of all time. As you'll no doubt be aware, the Wii was a hugely successful release for Nintendo, going on to shift 101.63 million units in its lifetime alongside 920.96 million software sales. Gaming...

  • 23 hours ago
  • Wii
  • PS4
  • Sony
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  News Early Digital Pokémon Sword And Shield Pre-Orders Also Include A Steelbook, For Some Reason

  In Europe, at least

  Don't ask us why, but Nintendo of Europe has revealed that it'll be giving away physical steelbook cases with early digital pre-orders of Pokémon Sword and Shield. The games are now available to pre-order from the Nintendo Switch eShop, and Nintendo has announced that fact alongside an early-purchase incentive. The problem is,...

  • 23 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Pokemon
  • Upcoming Releases
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  News Pokémon Sword And Shield File Size Revealed On The Japanese Switch eShop

  Make some space

  If you plan on picking up a digital copy of Pokémon Sword and Shield next month, you might be interested to know just how much storage space the new entries set in the Galar region require. According to a listing on the Japanese eShop, both games will need 9.5GB of free space. To download both, you'll need 19GB. This follows on...

  • 1 day ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Pokemon
  • Upcoming Releases
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  News You Can Now Pre-Order A Wireless Version Of The Afterglow Nintendo Switch Controller

  With programmable buttons

  Just last month, gaming accessory maker PDP shared its officially licensed Afterglow Deluxe+ Audio Wired Controller, which grabbed our attention thanks to its LED light display. Now, the company is back with a wireless version. Just like before, prismatic LED lighting options allow players to cycle through a rainbow of...

  • 1 day ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Accessories
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  81

  News Pokémon Sword And Shield Will Not Support Cloud Saves

  Which was to be expected really

  Although it would have been a pretty safe guess regardless, it has been confirmed that Pokémon Sword and Shield will not support cloud saves on Nintendo Switch. The news comes from the eShop listing for the two games - pre-purchasing is now live (with a surprising bonus gift for those in Europe) and we've already...

  • 19 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Pokemon
  • Upcoming Releases
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  31

  Feature The Most Memorable Ghosts In Nintendo Games

  Spooks, spectres and ghosts that stuck around

  It's close to midnight, and something evil's lurking in the dark... Well, perhaps. Yes, Nintendo Switch has its fair share of true horrors, but there's a fair chance that any ghost you happen across on Nintendo platforms could be a Casper-like friendly phantom. With Halloween almost upon us and Luigi up...

  • 16 hours ago
  • Features
  • Halloween
  • Retro
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  Review Close To The Sun - A Poor Imitation Of BioShock That Looks Worse On Switch

  Getting a bit too warm there, Icarus

  It’s perhaps almost parody at this point for eager Switch fans to tweet their longing desire for a game to be released on the system. "Is it coming to Switch?" remains a near-constant reminder to the social media marketing teams that there’s an entire console fanbase that wants their shiny new game replicated...

  • 18 hours ago
  • Reviews
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Close To The Sun
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  31

  News Dark Souls-Like ANIMUS: Harbinger Brings The Battle To Switch Next Week

  For considerably less money

  We know, we know - the whole Dark Souls comparison thing is more overdone than that obliterated piece of toast you ruined this morning, but look... This really is like Dark Souls. Everything from ANIMUS: Harbinger's opening sequence to its combat (all visible in the smartphone version trailer above) reminds us of From...

  • 20 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Switch eShop
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  52

  Japanese Charts Ring Fit Adventure Has Strong Second Week But Can't Fend Off Call Of Duty

  Dragon Quest X sells best on Switch

  Famitsu's Japanese chart figures are now in for 21st - 27th October, revealing that Ring Fit Adventure has dropped down to second place following its recent debut number one. The game sold another 64,045 copies this week, almost equalling its opening total of 68,497 copies last time around. Those 64,000 sales...

  • 21 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Charts
  • Japan
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  News Celebrate Halloween In Style With These Luigi's Mansion 3 Pumpkin Stencils From Nintendo

  Spooky

  Not only is tomorrow Halloween, but it's also the release day for the incredibly exciting - and wonderful - Luigi's Mansion 3. As such, Nintendo is helping fans to celebrate the day in style. If you're hoping to scare any visitors coming to your door, or even if you're just having a quiet, but still very spooky night in with the family, why...

  • 16 hours ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
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  Feature All Aboard The Sega Bus, A Relic From A Time When Sonic And Mario Were Sworn Enemies

  Who said public transport isn't fun?

  It might not mean much to people outside of the UK, but the Sega Bus has been part of video game folklore for decades. Back when Nintendo and Sega were fighting tooth and nail for dominance of living rooms all over the world, Sega's UK arm – which had enjoyed tremendous success thanks to the fact that the...

  • 17 hours ago
  • Features
  • Sega
  • Mega Drive Mini
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  News Sharpen Your Sword For Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Next Spirit Event

  Where's Zacian?

  Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is this week hosting a sword-themed spirit board event. It starts on 1st November and will run for the entire weekend. During this event, you'll encounter more sword-wielding characters than usual and also receive extra gold. Some of the spirits on offer include Eliwood from Fire Emblem, Alucard from the...

  • 1 day ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Super Smash Bros
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  News Reggie: Innovation Drives Nintendo And Always Will Because It's The Company's Mantra

  It's about creating something unique

  Over the years, Nintendo has made a name for itself revolutionising and redefining the way we play. If it wasn't for this innovative and often risky approach, the video game industry might not have transformed into the digital entertainment juggernaut it is today. During the same chat with IGN recently, the...

  • 1 day ago
  • Reggie
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
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  16

  News Twin-Stick Shooter Delta Squad Will Be Deployed On Switch Later This Week

  With local co-op support

  Launching later this week on Nintendo Switch is Delta Squad, a twin-stick shooter from Eskema Games and Ratalaika Games. Said to be "inspired by the ’90s, but with modern gaming mechanics incorporated", Delta Squad is an arcade-style shooter which can either be played alone or alongside three other friends in local co-op...

  • 1 day ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Switch eShop
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  19

  News Monkey Ball Director Loved Astral Chain, Was Inspired By Takahisa Taura "To Improve"

  "It was a well-made, fun, solid action game"

  Yesterday saw the release of Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD on the Nintendo Switch. The game is a remake of the 2006 Wii launch exclusive and comes with enhanced graphics and two brand-new modes. In charge of this remake was the director and producer Masao Shirosaki. He's been doing the press rounds...

  • 1 day ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Super Monkey Ball
  • Astral Chain
  • Takahisa Taura
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  News Pokémon GO Has Now Surpassed $3 Billion In Lifetime Gross Revenue

  And 2019 could be its most profitable year yet

  Niantic's augmented reality game Pokémon GO has now surpassed $3 billion in lifetime gross revenue, according to Sensor Tower's Store Intelligence data estimates. There's seemingly no stopping the popular mobile hit that has now been downloaded more than 541 million times since it was launched in 2016,...

  • 1 day ago
  • Pokemon
  • Mobile
  • Pokemon GO

Tuesday29th Oct 2019

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  Guide Where To Pre-Order Pokémon Sword and Shield On Nintendo Switch

  Update: New pre-order bonus options available

  In today's Pokémon Direct it was announced that Pokémon Sword and Shield is headed to Switch on 15th November in both Europe and North America. This will be the first new generation Pokémon series to land on the Switch – Generation 8, to be precise. We got

  • 2 days ago
  • Deals
  • Guides
  • Pokemon
  • Nintendo Switch
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  69

  News Pokémon Center London Goes From Bad To Worse, Products Could Sell Out Before Closure

  Despite buying limits and shorter opening times

  The pop-up Pokémon Center currently operating in London is a glorious little haven for fans of the series, offering them a collection of delightful products and a rare chance to enjoy an official Nintendo-themed outing in the country. Sadly, though, the demand for the store appears to have been...

  • 2 days ago
  • Pokemon
  • Merchandise
  • UK
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  40

  News Get Up To 90% Off Select Nintendo Switch Games With Merge Games' Anniversary Sale

  The publisher slashes prices for a limited time

  Indie publisher Merge Games is celebrating its 10th anniversary and luckily for us, that means that we have a lovely sale on the eShop to check out. 15 games have been reduced in total, with the sale running from now until 17th November unless stated differently. That means you've got about three...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Merge Games
  • Sales
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  47

  Random This North Korean Games Console Is Straight Outta 2006

  Say hello to the Moranbong!

  North Korea may have a reputation as a pretty grim place to live, but the arrival of a brand new games console should hopefully raise a few smiles (assuming you're rich enough to afford it, of course). The 'Moranbong' combines tech seen in the Wii and Microsoft Kinect to create an entertainment environment which calls to...

  • 2 days ago
  • Random
  • Wii
  • North Korea
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  83

  Review Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD - Improved Controls Ruined By Some Odd Design Choices

  Gorillas in our mitts

  The Wii Remote strap was allegedly added to stop controllers slipping from sweaty palms. But could it be that someone at Nintendo had actually played Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz – a Wii launch game – and predicted a wave of fury-induced Remote tossings? Back on Wii, Monkey Ball swapped its traditional analogue stick for...

  • 2 days ago
  • Reviews
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Super Monkey Ball
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  96

  News Metroid Prime 4 Dev Retro Studios Hires Halo Character Modeller As New Lead Artist

  This is it, Chief

  Retro Studios, the developer currently working hard on Metroid Prime 4, has bolstered its creative talent by hiring Halo series character modeller, Kyle Hefley. The news comes from VGC, which reports that Hefley has been snapped up as Retro’s new lead character artist. You'll almost certainly be familiar with his previous work,...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Metroid
  • Halo
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  117

  Reminder Vote For The Best Resident Evil Games

  We need your help to sort the undead horde

  Thanks to everyone who has voted so far - for anyone who missed it, there’s still time to select your picks for the best Resident Evil games below. We’ll see you Thursday for the REsults... With All Hallows' Eve creeping up on us, it's that time of year to close the curtains, huddle in front of the TV...

  • 2 days ago
  • Reminder
  • Poll
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Resident Evil
  • Capcom
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  81

  News Port Specialist Virtuos Convinced Obsidian To Bring The Outer Worlds To Switch

  "We weren't sure it could be done"

  It turns out a Switch version of The Outer Worlds might not have even happened if it wasn't for the port specialist Virtuos presenting Obsidian with a proof of concept. During a recent US Gamer interview, co-game director Leonard Boyarsky said the Nintendo port came as something of a surprise to the team: We...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Upcoming Releases
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  Review Resident Evil 5 - More Action Than Horror, And All The Better For It

  Boulder punching action

  Resident Evil 5 is a pretty controversial game. Don’t worry, we’re not going to go into the allegations raised against the game prior to its release more than a decade ago. Instead, Resident Evil 5 is controversial in the sense that many people believe it to be the title that killed the survival-horror franchise...

  • 2 days ago
  • Reviews
  • Switch eShop
  • Resident Evil
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  57

  Feature 25 Years Ago, Nintendo Took On The Might Of Street Fighter With Killer Instinct

  Ultra combo!

  The technological sands may have been shifting dramatically back in 1994, but the ripples from the groundbreaking impact of Capcom’s Street Fighter II were still being felt in the games industry. While the 32-bit era was looming and sophisticated new games machines were introducing players to the immersive thrills of 3D worlds, the...

  • 2 days ago
  • Features
  • Retro
  • Killer Instinct
  • Rare
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  22

  News Bayonetta Turns 10 Years Old, PlatinumGames' Hideki Kamiya Shares Special Message

  And you can win some goodies

  Ten years ago today, on 29th October 2009, Bayonetta was first released in Japan. Originally only available on rival platforms, the shapeshifting witch eventually transformed into a Nintendo-exclusive franchise, even getting her very own spot in the Super Smash Bros. roster. A lot can happen in ten years, huh? The...

  • 2 days ago
  • Bayonetta
  • PlatinumGames
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  News Launch Patch For Resident Evil 5 And 6 On Switch Adds Gyroscopic And Motion Controls

  Control how you play

  Today marks the release of Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6 on the Switch eShop. Timed in with this launch is a patch for both games – adding gyroscopic and motion control support. Capcom revealed this information via the official Resident Evil games Twitter account: If you would like to find o

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Resident Evil
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  Random Nintendo's Customer Support Twitter Account Shares Another Switch Safety Message

  Don't damage it in a backpack!

  Nintendo's customer support Twitter account for Japan is at it again with silly but seemingly necessary warnings for Switch owners. This follows on from a tweet telling users not to sit on their beloved hybrid system. This time around it's a graphic directed at users who carry their Switch around in a backpack...

  • 2 days ago
  • Random
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch Lite
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  News Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto To Be Recognised As A Person Of Cultural Merit In Japan

  A top honour

  You're probably more than aware of his name, and you'll definitely be more than aware of his work, so it seems fitting that Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto is set to be recognised as a Person of Cultural Merit in his home country of Japan. The Super Mario and Legend of Zelda creator is one of the most famous developers to ever walk...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo
  • Shigeru Miyamoto
  • Japan
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  News You Can Now Grab Jumanji: The Video Game's Collectors Edition, But Only In The US

  And it looks like a board game!

  If you find yourself perusing our lovingly crafted pages on a regular basis, you'll probably be aware that Jumanji: The Video Game is just days away from launching on Nintendo Switch. If you're looking forward to its release, you might want to consider picking up this lovely looking Collector's Edition. The game's...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
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  News Mario Kart Tour Was Downloaded 123.9 Million Times In Its First Month

  And it made $37.4 million

  At the end of last month, Mario Kart Tour made the transition across to smartphone devices. Since then, it has been downloaded an estimated 123.9 million times across the App Store and Google Play. This makes it the most downloaded Nintendo mobile game on launch. As illustrated by Sensor Tower Store Intelligence data,...

  • 2 days ago
  • Mario Kart Tour
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Mobile
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  News Incredible Mandy Brings A Dreamy Dose Of Action-Adventure To Switch Next Week

  With a "beautiful, emotive soundtrack"

  CIRCLE Entertainment and developer Dotoyou Games have revealed that Incredible Mandy, an action-adventure game previously released on Steam, will be heading to Switch next week. The game has you exploring the memories of a brother and sister, buried deep within their dreams. You'll be tackling obstacles,...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Upcoming Releases
  • Switch eShop
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  News Get A Closer Look At Forager's Physical Release, Now Available In North America

  Arriving in Europe on 1st November

  One particular Switch eShop title that captured our hearts earlier this year was the 2D open-world crafting game Forager. We gave it nine out of ten stars and said it was a release that all Switch owners should consider adding to their collection. If you have been holding out for a physical copy (which includes...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
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  Video Take A Tour Of Koholint Island With This Charming Zelda: Link's Awakening Video

  Revisit your favourite landmarks in style

  Things move far too quickly in the video game world, with any major release seemingly being instantly forgotten as soon as the next big thing comes along. Forgive us, then, as we take a step back to last month - the horror - and revisit the wonderful Zelda: Link's Awakening. Nintendo has shared a delightful...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Legend of Zelda
  • Video
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  News Reggie Literally Earns 'Legend' Status, Will Receive Andrew Yoon Legend Award In New York

  "I’m humbled and honored"

  It's turning out to be a cracking day for famous Nintendo faces, as ex-President and COO of Nintendo of America, Reggie Fils-Aimé, is set to receive an Andrew Yoon Legend Award early next year. 'Legend' status confirmed. The New York Videogame Critics Circle will honour Reggie with the award at the ninth annual New York...

  • 2 days ago
  • Reggie
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  13

  News Fourth Free Update For Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission Includes 99 New Cards

  Plus new missions and much more

  Although the Switch still doesn't have a certain digital card game on it, there are still plenty of other ones to enjoy if you are a fan of this genre. One of these is Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission. This Dimps-developed Bandai Namco title arrived on the Switch in April and will be receiving its fourth free...

  • 2 days ago
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Dragon Ball
  • Updates