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Indie developer Freshly Baked Games has announced that its first-person RPG *Queen’s Domain* will launch on Switch 2 on 30 October, with Future Friends as publisher. Inspired by FromSoftware’s early *King’s Field* games, it pairs retro fantasy visuals with stamina-based action combat; the article presents it as an…
Limited Run Games will release physical editions of *The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Legacy Edition* for Switch 2, with pre-orders opening on 2 October 2026. The announcement gives collectors a boxed option following the game’s revival for Switch, Switch 2 and other platforms.…
Mobapad’s C2 Lite is a budget controller for Switch 2, priced at $26.99. The review judges it unusually capable for the price, with comfortable handling and analogue sticks that feel as smooth as those on Nintendo’s Pro Controller 2. It presents a lower-cost alternative to Mobapad’s more premium…
EA Sports FC 27 debuted at number one in the UK physical games chart after its release on 25 September, while Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave fell to eighth place after debuting the previous week. Its continued top-ten position comes amid competition from new multi-platform releases, including Silent Hill:…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Remastered launches on Switch 2 today (29 September 2026) as a free upgrade for existing owners of the original Switch version. Unlike PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, which automatically upgrade the original game, Nintendo Switch 2 requires players to download the…
Nintendo’s Mario Kart Tour mobile game will end service on 30 September 2026, after seven years of operation. The writer, who played daily since launch, says the closure is both a relief—because the game stopped receiving meaningful new content in 2023—and upsetting because years of progress and a…
The Voidjoy GA-10 Elite Extender upgrades the original Switch Pro Controller with rear buttons, optional analogue triggers, turbo and macro functions, remapping tools and an additional battery. However, the review finds it an awkward compromise: the analogue triggers do not function as true analogue inputs in Switch games,…
Nintendo Life’s Box Art Brawl compares the North American and Japanese covers for Dragon Quest II, following last week’s Cubivore contest. The feature highlights their contrasting artistic approaches and invites readers to vote for their preferred design. The North American cover uses a more traditional fantasy scene, depicting…
The article revisits Dodongo’s Cavern in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time as part of a weekly dungeon replay ahead of the game’s 5 November launch on Switch 2. Although the writer still considers it weaker than the Great Deku Tree, they argue that its looping structure,…
Ghost Town Games has revealed details about Stage Fright, their next project following the phenomenal success of Overcooked. The new game shifts from frenetic kitchen co-op gameplay to puzzle-focused challenges in a spooky playground setting, launching in 2027. Founders Oli De-Vine and Phil Duncan discussed how they're evolving…
This ranked guide celebrates Castlevania’s 40th anniversary by assessing games released on Nintendo systems, helping newcomers decide where to begin. It highlights the series’ two main 2D styles: traditional linear platformers and the exploratory “Metroidvania” format associated with Koji Igarashi’s games. - Haunted Castle: A punishing arcade spin-off…
Castlevania, first released as Akumajō Dracula for the NES on 26 September 1986, is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The article argues that its straightforward but punishing action gameplay, striking presentation and memorable atmosphere helped define the franchise and influence gaming, even though later entries—particularly the “Igavania” titles—surpassed it…
Nintendo Life's weekly roundup feature invites staff and contributors to share what games they're planning to play over the weekend of 26th September. The feature comes amid a busy week for Nintendo gaming news, including intensified rumours about Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire re-releases, the unveiling of Ocarina of…
Diablo IV: Age of Hatred Collection brings the complete action RPG and its released expansions to Switch 2, offering Nintendo players a large and compelling package. The review praises its addictive loot-driven gameplay, varied character classes and improved storytelling, while noting that the port runs reasonably well despite…
A US court has formally entered a default judgment against James "Archbox" Williams, a Reddit moderator accused of operating pirate shops selling unauthorised Nintendo Switch games, concluding a legal battle that began in 2024. Nintendo of America was awarded $4.5 million (approximately £3.4 million) in copyright damages after…
Viture’s Pro 2 XR glasses aim to provide a large-screen gaming and viewing experience for less than the company’s premium models, costing $299. They are lightweight and comfortable, with sharp visuals that make them a compelling option for users who want a very large virtual display without buying…
Mike Diver’s *Aliens: The Video Games* surveys the franchise’s game adaptations from an unlicensed 1981 Commodore PET title through to the anticipated *Alien: Isolation 2*. The review praises Diver’s extensive knowledge, research and use of developer interviews, while finding the book’s thematic structure more engaging than a simple…
The Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S improves the acclaimed JRPG’s technical performance but adds no new content. It offers a smoother experience, particularly in handheld mode, yet the reviewer considers the release disappointing because it provides little justification for existing owners to buy the game…
Jim Wornell, a veteran Nintendo producer and graphic designer, has revealed in an interview that the classic N64 game 1080° Snowboarding had significant content removed prior to its release in order to pass certification. This disclosure sheds light on Nintendo's content approval process and demonstrates that most controversial…
Xbox’s ongoing gaming division “reset” is reportedly expected to result in fewer than the approximately 3,200 job cuts announced for Microsoft’s 2027 financial year. Restructuring, staff transfers and studio divestitures have reduced the number of redundancies, although further changes and consultations remain underway. Microsoft has moved some developers…