Topic: nintendo switch
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Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen: Switch Gameplay Gallery
Nintendo has announced Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen for the Nintendo Switch, with a release date of February 27, 2026, and has released a trailer and screenshots. The Switch versions will contain the original Game Boy Advance content with modernized connectivity features, including the GameChat ...
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Nintendo Switch Becomes Best-Selling Console Ever
The Nintendo Switch has become Nintendo's best-selling console ever, surpassing the DS with over 155 million units sold by the end of 2025. The Switch achieved this milestone despite the company shifting its primary development focus to its upcoming successor, the "Switch 2." To become the best-s...
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Call of Duty Reportedly Headed to Nintendo Switch
A *Call of Duty* game for the Nintendo Switch is reportedly nearing completion, with potential release windows ranging from the next few months to 2026. This follows a binding 10-year agreement by Microsoft to bring the franchise to Nintendo with launch parity, including the same release date and...
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Score Every Mario Switch Game on Sale for Black Friday 2025
Black Friday 2025 offers rare discounts on acclaimed Mario games for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 owners, as first-party titles seldom see price reductions and deals are selling out quickly. Key discounted titles include Super Mario Odyssey for $29.99, Luigi's Mansion 3 with its ghost-catching pu...
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8 Nintendo Switch Exclusives Are 50% Off at Walmart
Walmart is offering eight major Nintendo Switch exclusive games at 50% off, including Luigi's Mansion 3 and Kirby's Return to Dream Land Deluxe for $30 each, with a broader selection than competitors. Best Buy has significant discounts on Amiibo figures, with The Legend of Zelda Amiibo priced at ...
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Sonic Switch Sale & Black Friday Deals: RTX 5070Ti PC, PS5 Pro, More
Early Black Friday gaming deals feature significant discounts on Sonic games for Nintendo Switch, powerful hardware like the RTX 5070Ti gaming PC under $2,100, and a PlayStation 5 Pro priced similarly to the Xbox Series X. Key hardware offers include the Acer Nitro V gaming laptop at $635.93 with...
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Today's Top Deals: Pokémon TCG Below Market, Switch 2 Bundle & $40 Power Bank
A Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with Mario Kart World is available for $442.72, offering significant savings and a region-free console with a US adapter and 90-day warranty through AliExpress. Deals include a Baseus 20,800mAh 145W Power Bank for $40.59, ideal for fast charging devices, and a cordless ...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Controllers: Which Reigns Supreme?
Black Friday offers a chance to buy the Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller and 8BitDo Ultimate 2, each with unique features like HD Rumble and drift-resistant thumbsticks respectively. The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 provides better value with a lower price, charging dock, and multi-platform support, while t...
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Save Big: 512GB Switch 2 microSD Express Cards Hit Lowest Price
The Nintendo Switch 2's limited 256GB storage can be expanded affordably with Lexar's microSD Express cards, now at their lowest-ever prices for 512GB and 1TB models. Lexar's 512GB card is discounted to $88.47 and the 1TB to $157.96, offering the best value for high-speed storage compared to ofte...
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Why Super Mario Galaxy Is Still a Masterpiece
The re-releases of Super Mario Galaxy and its sequel on modern Nintendo consoles provide the original stellar gameplay but offer disappointingly few enhancements, leaving fans wanting more substantial updates. These games are celebrated for their imaginative, tightly-focused level design that exp...
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The Best Switch 2 Controller: Hands-On Review
Nintendo's official Switch 2 Pro Controller offers premium features, but third-party alternatives provide comparable quality at lower prices, often including drift-resistant joysticks. Top recommendations include the EasySMX S10 for its balance of features and price, the Gulikit ES Pro for budget...
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Limited-Time Deal: Nintendo Switch 2 Controller Price Drop
Two highly-rated GameSir controllers, the budget-friendly X5s and premium G8 Plus Galileo, are on sale at Walmart and Amazon, offering ergonomic designs and advanced features for enhanced gaming on Nintendo Switch 2 and mobile devices. Alternative attachable grips like the Dbrand Killswitch and G...
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Octopath Traveler 0 Town Size Limited on Some Platforms
Octopath Traveler 0 will have different town building placement limits by platform, with PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S allowing up to 500 placements, while the original Nintendo Switch is capped at 250. Visual performance varies significantly, with PS5 and Xbox Series X supporting 4K at 120 FPS, a...
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Nintendo's Biggest Flop Became a Pricey, Uncomfortable Gimmick
Nintendo has revived its 1995 Virtual Boy console for the Switch, but the experience requires a significant financial investment in accessories and a subscription, making it a niche novelty. The hardware, whether a premium plastic replica or cardboard viewer, recreates the original's tabletop des...
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Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO Update Hits Switch & Switch 2
A new update for *Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO* introduces a limited-time "Extreme Warrior Attack" mode and expands Versus mode stage selection, though full access requires a Switch 2 console. The patch adds new scenarios, cutscenes, and text options to Custom Battle mode, alongside general usabil...
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Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition Launches Tomorrow on Switch
The Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition launches digitally on February 13th for Nintendo Switch, bundling five distinct versions of the original 1995 platformer. It includes significant new content like a never-before-playable SNES prototype, 120 extra levels, a reimagined soundtrack, and modern game...
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Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance Lands on Switch Online
Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, a classic GameCube tactical RPG, has been added to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service, expanding its retro game library. The 2005 game is praised for its complex narrative and strategic depth, featuring a turn-based combat system with a permanent ch...
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Pokémon Legends Z-A: Save $15 + More Nintendo Switch Deals
A method saves $15 on *Pokémon Legends: Z-A* and its DLC, while a sale offers major Switch titles like *Zelda* games with enhancements for the newer console. A Nintendo Switch 2 bundle with *Mario Kart World* is priced the same as the standalone console, effectively including the game for free. T...
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Tomb Raider's 2013 Reboot Surprise-Launches on Nintendo Switch
Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition has been released on Nintendo Switch, allowing players to experience Lara Croft's origin story on the platform. The game features high-octane combat, customization options, and includes all previous DLC along with digital extras and online multiplayer support. It i...
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Nintendo Switch Nears the End of Its Lifecycle
Nintendo is shifting most development resources to the Switch 2, indicating a gradual move away from the original Switch model while continuing some support. The original Switch will remain on sale with production adjusted to demand, and new game releases are still planned to sustain its large us...
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Metroid Prime 2 Remake Hype Confirmed by Original Producer
Nintendo's series producer Kensuke Tanabe has expressed enthusiasm for a *Metroid Prime 2: Echoes* remake to make its niche multiplayer feature accessible to a wider audience. Currently, playing *Metroid Prime 2: Echoes* legally is difficult, requiring original GameCube or Wii discs, as it hasn't...
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Pokémon Legends: Z-A Sells 5.8 Million Copies in First Week
Pokémon Legends: Z-A sold 5.8 million copies in its debut week, showcasing the franchise's lasting global appeal through both physical and digital sales. Sales were evenly split between the Nintendo Switch 2 and original Switch versions, indicating strong consumer interest across both console gen...
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Luigi's Mansion Haunts Nintendo Switch for Halloween
Luigi's Mansion will be available on Nintendo Switch Online starting October 30, making the entire trilogy playable on the platform for subscribers. In the game, Luigi uses the Poltergust 3000 vacuum to capture ghosts and solve the mystery of his missing brother Mario after winning a haunted mans...
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Absolum & Ball X Pit: Strong Sales Deserve More Attention
BALL x PIT sold 300,000 copies in five days on the Nintendo Switch, demonstrating strong player interest and positioning it as a notable new release. The game's appeal comes from its unique hybrid gameplay combining elements of Vampire Survivors and Breakout, which has resonated widely with audie...
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Preorder Final Fantasy 7, 8, and 9 Physical Switch Editions Now
For the first time, physical Nintendo Switch copies of Final Fantasy VII, VIII Remastered, and IX are available for preorder in the US, launching on December 9 at $39.99 each. The Final Fantasy VII & VIII Remastered Twin Pack includes modern upgrades like speed boosts and battle assists, while IX...
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PowerA's New Wireless Switch 2 Controller Adds Motion Control
The PowerA Advantage Wireless Controller is an officially licensed wireless option for the Nintendo Switch 2, featuring upgrades like motion controls and a 30-hour battery life but lacking haptic feedback and an audio button. It retains popular features from its predecessor, including Hall Effect...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Backwards Compatibility Update: Full Patch Notes
Nintendo Switch 2 has received October backwards compatibility updates for original Switch games, including Deemo Reborn and Warframe, with the latter's inclusion being particularly notable. Nintendo has identified and reported ongoing compatibility issues for several games on the Switch 2, such ...
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Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition Upgrade Skipping Switch Due to Technical Issues
Nintendo Switch owners of the original Little Nightmares cannot upgrade to the Enhanced Edition on Switch 2 and must repurchase it due to technical constraints, unlike players on other consoles who receive free upgrades. Bandai Namco attributes this decision to unavoidable technical limitations t...
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DBrand Prism 2.0: Top-Rated Screen Protector for Nintendo Switch 2
The DBrand Prism 2.0 offers exceptional protection for the Nintendo Switch 2's display with scratch resistance and impact durability, rated at 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. It features a straightforward installation process using a recyclable drop-in frame and includes tools to eliminate air bubb...
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Nintendo Finally Acknowledges the Virtual Boy After 30 Years
Nintendo will re-release Virtual Boy games in February 2026, exclusively for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers in the US and Canada. To play these games, users must purchase a special accessory—either a $100 plastic dock or a $25 cardboard version—that recreates the original ste...
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Pokémon Day 2026 Plans Revealed for 30th Anniversary
Pokémon Day 2026 marks the franchise's 30th anniversary, with a major Pokémon Presents broadcast on February 27th to kick off a year of celebrations and announcements. The classic Game Boy Advance remakes, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, will be released for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 as downloa...
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Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection Physical Switch Release Omits MK4
The physical Nintendo Switch version of *Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection* does not include Mortal Kombat 4 on the cartridge due to the game not being finished in time for the required production submission. Switch owners must download a mandatory update from the Nintendo eShop to access MK4 and ...
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Donkey Kong Switch 2 Controller Gets Black Friday Price Drop
The Donkey Kong-themed Turtle Beach Rematch wireless controller is now discounted to $49, compatible with Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, and features lenticular artwork with a jungle color scheme. It offers up to 40 hours of battery life, Bluetooth connectivity, remappable back buttons, and motion...
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Borderlands 4 Black Friday Deal: Big Amazon Discount
Amazon is offering early Black Friday discounts on video games, including a significant price cut on the recently released Borderlands 4 for PS5 and Xbox Series X, ahead of the official sale start on November 20. Borderlands 4 introduces a new setting on the planet Kairos and refines the franchis...
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Super Mario Galaxy 1 & 2: The Definitive Switch 2 Experience
The Nintendo Switch 2 release bundles both Super Mario Galaxy games with enhanced 4K visuals, smooth performance, and portable play for the first time. These timeless platformers feature inventive gravity-defying level design, an unforgettable orchestral soundtrack, and new story content for retu...
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Dragon Quest VII, Nioh 3 Lead This Week's Japanese Game Releases
This week's major Japanese video game releases are led by the multi-platform reimagining of **Dragon Quest VII** and the debut of the action RPG **Nioh 3** on PS5 and PC. Other notable releases include the fighting game *My Hero Academia: All’s Justice*, the Switch visual novel *CARTAGRA*, and th...
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Abxylute's Switch 2 Controller Revives GameCube Nostalgia
Abxylute has unveiled two new controllers, the N6 and N9C, designed to replace standard Joy-Cons for the upcoming Switch 2 by docking the console directly into them via USB-C. The N9C features a nostalgic GameCube-inspired design with a swappable joystick gate for precise inputs, targeting fans o...
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Disney's Overlooked Digital Eclipse Collection Rated for Switch
The Disney Afternoon Collection, a bundle of six classic NES games, is likely coming to Nintendo Switch consoles after receiving a new ESRB rating. The compilation includes beloved titles like *DuckTales* and *Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers* and was praised for its faithful emulation and bonus featu...
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Save Big on Donkey Kong Wireless Controller with Lenticular Art
This Donkey Kong Edition controller features unique lenticular art that creates a dynamic, animated jungle scene as you tilt it, with a green, black, and red color scheme. It is based on the PDP Rematch model, offering up to 40 hours of battery life, Bluetooth connectivity for Switch consoles, an...
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Best Deals This Week: Pixel 10 Phones & Switch 2 Games
The post-Christmas week offers significant discounts on tech and entertainment, including Google Pixel phones, an Anker power bank, and Nintendo Switch games. Google's Pixel 10 series is at near-record low prices, featuring the Tensor G5 chip, improved cameras, and Qi2 charging, with Pro models o...
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Nintendo Fans' Passion Could Bring Tomb Raider Trilogy to Switch
The surprise release of *Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition* on Nintendo Switch has generated strong fan demand for ports of the remaining two games in the Survivor trilogy. Aspyr, the developer, acknowledges that this vocal fan enthusiasm directly influences its consideration of future projects, th...
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Unmissable AC Deals: Top Editions & Wishlist Games on Sale
The author reflects on the personal impact of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*, describing it as a foundational masterpiece that provided solace during a difficult time. Major gaming platforms (Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation) are highlighted for their current sales, featuring notable di...
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Mega Man Returns in 2027 With New Game for Switch & Switch 2
Capcom has announced *Mega Man: Dual Override*, a new mainline game in the classic action-platformer series, scheduled for a 2027 release on multiple platforms including Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The game will feature fast-paced, side-scrolling action with signature shooting mechanics and a v...
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Holiday Sale: Select Nintendo Switch Games Discounted at Woot
Woot's Video Game Mega Sale offers significant discounts on a wide selection of Nintendo Switch titles, including major franchises like Pokémon and Zelda, for a limited time. A key shopper benefit is that Switch games are region-free, so 'International Version' listings work on any console, provi...
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Exclusive: System Shock Remake Launches on Switch This Month
The System Shock remake launches on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 on December 18, 2025, bringing the classic cyberpunk horror game to portable consoles. This faithful 2023 remake modernizes the 1994 original with updated visuals and quality-of-life improvements while preserving its core atmosphere...
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Metroid Prime 4 Emulates Flawlessly on PC, Supports 3D
The launch of *Metroid Prime 4: Beyond* for Nintendo Switch is notable for its significant development delays and reboot, but it is now accessible on PC via active Switch emulators. PC players can use tools like ReShade and the Rendepth shader to enable a stereoscopic 3D effect, creating an immer...
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Save 20% on Super Mario Galaxy for Switch - Today Only!
The Super Mario Galaxy double pack for Nintendo Switch is available at a 20% discount for $55.20, exclusively through the Woot mobile app, marking its lowest price since launch. This physical bundle includes enhanced resolution, refined interfaces, and extra content over the original Wii versions...
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Top Black Friday Deals: DualSense, Switch 2, AirPods Pro & More
Black Friday has arrived with major discounts on electronics and gaming gear, including early promotions from retailers on consoles and audio accessories. Notable deals include storage for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation controllers, Apple AirPods Pro 3, and a Calvin and Hobbes box set, all at sig...
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Save 20% on Our Top-Rated Switch 2 Controller
The 8BitDo Ultimate 2 Bluetooth Controller is available at a record-low price of $55.99 and is compatible with Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, and Windows PCs, offering premium features for competitive gaming. It features drift-resistant TMR joysticks, Hall effect triggers, motion controls, and progra...
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Black Friday Deal: Save on Just Dance 2026 Limited Edition
Amazon's Black Friday promotion offers Just Dance 2026 Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch at a discounted price of $30, down from $50, and includes a digital download code instead of a physical cartridge. The Limited Edition features the exclusive Dr. Gigavolt pack, a new tracklist with popular ...
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