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News Shao Kahn And Sindel Star In Gloriously Gory Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer
Fatal
Mortal Kombat 1 continues to look absolutely brutal — and incredible. And two fan-favourite characters have been confirmed to be returning in a new trailer, which debuted during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023. Shao Kahn and Sindel — who made their debuts in Mortal Kombat II and Mortal Kombat III respectively — will be ruling the...
News Sonic Superstars Locks In October Release, Right Before Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Including a brand new battle mode
We knew we'd be getting some Sonic Superstars news at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023, and we got the best news possible — a release date. Sonic Superstars will launch on Nintendo Switch and other platformers on 17th October, which has been the rumoured release for quite a while. The brand new trailer showcased...
News Little Nightmares III Announced For Switch, Out 2024
Dream eater
One of the first surprises of Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023 was the announcement of Little Nightmares III, the third instalment of the Little Nightmare series. The game is coming to Switch and all other platforms sometime in 2024. Bandai Namco and Supermassive Games shared the first trailer for the game at the opening showcase, with...
News Awaken Your Inner Picasso On Switch With Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist
Coming 'soon'
Publisher Flamebait Games has announced that its quaint PC title Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist will be coming to the Nintendo Switch at an undetermined future date. Boasting some rather charming 3D visuals, Passpartout 2 features point-and-click gameplay along with touchscreen support to allow players to create their own painted...
News Avatar: The Last Airbender: Quest For Balance Will Master The Elements This September
Update: Relive the beloved TV show
Update [Tue 22nd Aug, 2023 16:55 BST]: GameMill Entertainment has confirmed that Avatar: The Last Airbender: Quest for Balance does indeed launch on Switch and other consoles on 22nd September. The date popped up on the Switch eShop just over a week ago, and now the publisher has confirmed that the date is,...
News Retro RPG 'Sea Of Stars' Approaches Release With Another Stunning Trailer
Meet new character Seraï
Sea of Stars is so close — and if you're not excited about the game's release next week, then this launch trailer will definitely help. Sabotage Studio's follow-up to the 2018 platformer The Messenger has showcased its incredible pixel art and turn-based combat from the get-go, and it never gets old. And with...
Video Konami's Most Exciting New Release Isn't Metal Gear Solid
Time to wiggle
Of all the games featured at a recent preview event held by Konami, Super Crazy Rhythm Castle was admittedly not a game that we were frothing at the mouth to play from first impressions. The game is – to us at least – a little unassuming at first glance, but once we actually had a go with it, our mindset shifted just a bit...
News Sea Of Stars Scores A Physical Release On Switch Early Next Year
The digital release arrives later this month
Ahead of the digital launch of the retro-inspired RPG Sea of Stars, physical distributor 'iam8bit' and Sabotage Studio have announced a hard copy version is coming to the Nintendo Switch. The catch is you're going to have to hold out until next year. While the digital version will be released at the end...
News Naruto X Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections Launches November
Yay, a release daruto
Bandai Namco has announced that Naruto X Baruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections will be launching on the Nintendo Switch later this year on November 17th, 2023. The game will allow players to relive the adventures of Naruto and Sasuke as they take part in the most epic battles of Naruto's story. So far, a whopping 130...
News 'Thunder Ray' Looks Like The Perfect Spiritual Successor To Punch-Out
Coming soon to Switch
If you've been waiting for a game to scratch that 'Punch-Out' itch, then the upcoming Thunder Ray might be just what you need. It's not got a firm release date yet, but the beat-em-up looks very reminiscent of Nintendo's classic franchise from the NES, SNES, and Wii. You'll be taking to the ring to experience...
News Spellcaster University Will Let You Live Out Your Wizard Fantasies On Switch In 2024
Don't forget your wand
Publisher Red Art Games has announced that the PC 'Wizard Simulator' Spellcaster University will be making its way to the Nintendo Switch in early 2024. Originally developed by Sneaky Yak Studio and ported to Switch by Red Art Studios, the game has been reasonably well received by critics and gamers alike, holding an average...
Hands On Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 Could Be So Much More, But Isn't
Not for honour
We recently got the chance to have a pop at Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol. 1 at the invite of Konami. We had around an hour or so to dig into Metal Gear Solid and its two sequels (as well as have a quick gander at all the bonus content on offer), which isn’t a huge amount of time for games of this scale, but we were able to...
News No Man's Sky 7th Anniversary Video Teases Upcoming Major Update
Is there an echo in here..?
It's been 7 years since Hello Games' No Man's Sky first launched back in 2016 for the PlayStation 4. Can you believe it? Despite the mixed reception at launch, the first-person space exploration title received a number of updates and expansions over the ensuing years, substantially improving No Man's Sky's reputation...
News Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery Brings All Cases And A New Scooter Minigame To Switch
Leaping our way later this year
Developer Worm Club has today announced that the beloved Frog Detective series is coming to Switch in one neat package as Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery scoots over to the Nintendo console later this year. If you have never come across Frog Detective before, it's exactly what you might expect. You play as a...
News Paper Mario-Inspired 'Born Of Bread' Demo Now Available On Switch eShop (Europe)
Give it a go
Publisher Dear Villagers has released a playable demo for its upcoming Paper Mario-inspired RPG Born of Bread, and it's available to download right now on the European eShop (so if you're in another region, get yourself an additional European account). The game currently doesn't have a release date, so it's actually quite refreshing to...
News Sega To Reveal Sonic Superstars News At Opening Night Live
Another "world premiere" incoming
Sonic Superstars will be launching at some point in the near future on the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms. To build hype for this brand-new multiplayer platformer, there will apparently be a "world premiere" for the blue blur's new game at Opening Night Live next week. According to the show's host and...
News Castle Crashers Remastered Is Finally Getting A Physical Release On Switch
Pre-orders open next month
If you've been holding out for a physical Switch version of Castle Crashers Remastered, today is your lucky day! Developer Behemoth has finally confirmed a physical copy will be made available for $29.99 USD, with pre-orders going live online next month. It comes with a sticker pack and includes a character unlock guide...
News New The Walking Dead Game Will Let You Rewrite Major Events From The Show
You choose the Glennding
Adding to the ever-growing number of tie-in series, games and comics in The Walking Dead universe, GameMill Entertainment and AMC have today announced a brand-new game, The Walking Dead: Destinies, and, yes, it's coming to Switch (thanks, IGN). This is a narrative-based action adventure game that looks set to follow the...
News Splatoon 3's Deep Cut Crew Are Getting Their Own Amiibo Line
Launching in November
Update: Deep Cut are now available to pre-order on My Nintendo Store UK! <products id="25290"> In addition to the announcement for the upcoming Drizzle Season for Splatoon 3, Nintendo has confirmed that amiibo figures for Shiver, Frye, and Big Man (a.k.a. the 'Deep Cut' crew) will be launching on November 17th, 2023...
News NASCAR Arcade Rush Is Starting Its Engine On Switch Next Month
Zoom zoom
Publisher GameMill Entertainment has today announced that NASCAR Arcade Rush is set to bring some arcade-inspired racing to Switch next month as it zooms our way on 15th September. The game seems to walk the line between a realistic racer and a more party-oriented one like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Yes, the courses look wacky (each is a twist...
News Sea Of Stars Dev Open To Revisiting Ninja Hit The Messenger
"Maybe one day"
Developer Sabotage Studio launches its new RPG Sea of Stars on the Switch later this month, and while it's got its hands full right now with this upcoming release, it hopes to possibly revisit its 2D platformer / Metroidvania title The Messenger. Speaking to Game Informer, Thierry Boulanger mentioned how "there's more to be told"...
News Ed Boon To Reveal New Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer At Opening Night Live
Get ready for another "world premiere"
Ahead of Opening Night Live at Gamescom next week, the show's host Geoff Keighley has teased a "world premiere" for the upcoming fighting game Mortal Kombat 1. Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon will apparently be taking to the stage for this reveal. Although nothing else is attached to this latest update, it's...
News Pixel Art RPG 'Creature Keeper' Is Looking Absolutely Adorable
Launching later this year
Publisher Graffiti Games and developer Fervir Games have confirmed that the pixel art RPG Creature Keeper will be making its way to the Nintendo Switch later this year. Boasting some lovely retro-inspired visuals, the game sees you befriend a number of unique creatures, dress them up, cook for them, and craft a number of...
News TMNT: Shredder's Revenge DLC Lands On Switch This Month With Yet Another New Fighter
Karai joins Usagi Yojimbo in the upcoming add-on
We have been eagerly anticipating more news on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge DLC, 'Dimension Shellshock,' since we first caught wind of it back in June. Today, we have learnt that the bonus content will be skating onto Switch on 31st August (that's not too far away, folks!) and...
News RoboDunk Is A Sports Roguelite Combining NBA Jam-Style Basketball And Explosive Upgrades
Slamming onto Switch next month
Jollypunch Games has today announced RoboDunk, an arcade basketball roguelite that will be slamming onto Switch on 25th September. NBA Jam-style 2v2 basketball and randomised roguelite campaigns are not two genres that we initially would have put together, but RoboDunk seems to be doing just that. The game will see...
News NBA 2K24's New ProPLAY Feature Will Not Make The Lineup On Switch
Reserved for Next Gen only
As we approach the end of the summer, 2K's latest basketball sim once again rears its ugly head with NBA 2K24 tipping off on Switch on 8th September. For the most part, the series has avoided the FIFA-esque corner-cutting in its Nintendo versions, with the Switch receiving the full game (we know, what a concept!) just like...
News Sea Of Stars 'Making Of' Documentary Is The Perfect Primer Ahead Of Release
Lunch break sorted
Sea Of Stars is well on its way to launching on the Nintendo Switch on August 29th, 2023. To celebrate, developer Sabotage Studio has joined forces with The Escapist to present a "Making Of" documentary that's now available for free via YouTube. The half-hour documentary is well worth checking out if you're a fan of Sabotage...
News Bandai Namco Has Multiple "Major Titles" Planned For The Remainder Of 2023
Baten Kaitos and more are on the way
Bandai Namco has shown strong support for the Switch and multiple other platforms this generation, and it's set to continue this in the second half of 2023. In its latest financial report, it's mentioned how it plans to release a number of "major titles" in this half of the year. One game, in particular,...
News WayForward's Game Boy Color Classic 'Xtreme Sports' Is Out Now On Switch
After a slight delay it's finally here
Update #2 [Wed 16th Aug, 2023 02:15 BST]: If you're looking for even more Game Boy Color experiences on your Nintendo Switch, WayForward has finally made Xtreme Sports available on the eShop. It will set you back $9.99 USD or your regional equivalent. Here's the Nintendo.com description, along with a look:...
News Batman Arkham Trilogy Is Bringing The Caped Crusader To Switch This October
First try
After being revealed at the June Nintendo Direct showcase, we now know that Batman Arkham Trilogy will be bringing the Caped Crusader to Switch on 13th October. The package will consist of Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman Arkham City, and Batman Arkham Knight and is also set to bundle each games' DLC in there with it too — how nice! If you...
News Creepy Puzzle Platformer 'Ugly' Jumps Onto Switch Next Month
Mirror, mirror on the wall...
After being announced for Switch back in June, publisher Graffiti Games and developer Team Ugly have today revealed that the spooky platformer Ugly will be coming to Switch on 14th September. In Ugly you play as a troubled nobleman (is there any other kind?), whose past you will gradually unravel as you make your way...
News Wreak Havoc And Destroy Furniture In Stealth Game 'Little Devil: Foster Mayhem'
Home sweet home
Polish developer Cave Games and publisher Leoful have announced that Little Devil: Foster Mayhem, a stealth game all about causing chaos in your foster homes, is coming to Switch on 25th August. Playing as a little kid who is passed between different foster homes, your goal is to create as much mess and trouble as possible without...
News Switch Port Specialist Feral Interactive Teases Another Two Games
It recently released The Lara Croft Collection
There are constant requests for more Switch ports, and one company working around the clock in this particular field is the UK team at Feral Interactive. In a recent post on social media, it shared a cryptic message about a few new sightings on its gaming radar. If you head over to its website, you can...
News Castle Of Shikigami 2 Is Getting A Lovely Dreamcast-Inspired Physical Edition
Limited to 500 units
Bullet-Hell Shmup Castle of Shikigami 2 launched digitally on the Switch eShop earlier this year, and while Red Art Games had previously announced a physical release would be incoming, we weren't sure what exactly this would entail until now. Launching in Q2 2024 (oof), the release will comprise three separate SKUs: a Standard...
Guide Where To Buy Pokémon Scarlet And Violet On Switch - Best Deals And Cheapest Prices
Discounts, DLC, Double Pack & more!
The next mainline Pokémon games, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, are out now on Nintendo Switch. Both titles can be found at a number of retailers and we're rounding up all the best deals and cheapest prices for you right here in this guide. You'll find the best prices for the base games, the Scarlet & Violet...
News Red Dead Redemption's Estimated File Size Revealed On The Switch eShop
Listen up, pardner
Rockstar Games will release Red Dead Redemption on the Nintendo Switch next week, and if you're wondering how much space you'll need to download and install this one on your system read on. According to Nintendo's Switch eShop and website, this "new conversion" of the Red Dead will require an 11.4GB download. This particular...
News Brand New 3D South Park Game Announced For Switch
"It's a Snow Day"
THQ Nordic has announced a brand new South Park game which is coming to Switch in 2024. South Park: Snow Day! is a 3D co-op title which sees Cartman, Stan, Kyle and Kenny team up to celebrate "the most magical of days in a young child's life" — a snow day. A teaser trailer was shown off today during the THQ Nordic Digital...
News Owlboy Dev's Debut Title Is Getting A Sequel As Savant - Ascent Remix Climbs Onto Switch Soon
Spreading its wings
Back in March of this year, we heard that D-Pad Studio — the team behind the brilliant Owlboy — was working on a remaster of its debut title, Savant, to coincide with the game's tenth anniversary. Well, that plan has grown a fair bit, it turns out, and the studio has today announced that what began as a little remaster...
News Pinball FX's First Marvel Collection Bounces Onto Switch Later This Month
"You wanted more?'
After being released on other platforms earlier this year, Zen Studios has today announced that 'Marvel Pinball Collection 1' will be ding-ding-dinging its way into Pinball FX on Switch on 24th August. The announcement was made on the official @PinballFX Twitter account and a following 'Pinball Bites' video (above) on the Zen...
News Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Character Spotlight Showcases Spongebob's Brand-New Moveset
Are you ready kids?
After plenty of rumours, GameMill Entertainment finally announced Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 towards the end of last month, so now — as is the case with many-a fighting game — we have entered the period of character spotlight trailers. First up is Spongebob (obviously), a character with simple moves that is perfect for...
News Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's DLC Gets A Physical Release On Switch
It's another code in a box, available to fans in Hong Kong
The first half of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet - The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC is launching next month on 13th September and will be followed by the second part at some point in Winter 2023. If you were hoping to display at least something on your shelf, Nintendo is now offering a...
News The King Of Fighters XIII Global Match Launches On Switch This November
Update: Physical and Collector's Editions detailed
Update [Thu 10th Aug, 2023 17:15 BST]: Physical versions for The King of Fighters XIII Global Match have been revealed by Pix'n Love. We've got all of the details below, and you can pre-order all of these now ahead of the game's 16th November 2023 release. Prices are in euros but you can get orders...
News Switch Gameplay Of 'EA Sports FC 24' Has Been Shared Online
From the closed beta
Invites to the closed beta of EA Sports FC 24 were sent out yesterday, and as a result, we've finally got a look at the upcoming sports title running on the Switch. Thanks to Aisac d1H3 on YouTube (via VGC), we've got our first glimpse at how EA Sports FC 24 will run on the Switch before its release next month. You can check...
News Let's Build A Zoo's 'Aquarium Odyssey' DLC Swims Onto Switch Next Week
Splice some sea creatures
Publisher No More Robots and Developer Springloaded have today announced that the 'Aquarium Odyssey' DLC for the cute and cosy (and morally questionable) Let's Build A Zoo will be diving onto Switch next week on 17th August. As the expansion's name suggests, this package is all about heading under the sea (take it from...
News Another Earth Defense Force Spin-Off Is On Its Way To Switch
Update: Here's a first look at 'World Brothers 2'
Update [Thu 10th Aug, 2023 05:00 BST]: A week after its initial reveal in Famitsu, D3Publisher has now uploaded its first trailer of Earth Defence Force: World Brothers 2. Check it out in the video above. Original article [Wed 2nd Aug, 2023 05:35 BST]: The Switch has already played host to a...
News Mega Man-Style Roguelike '30XX' Gets A Last-Minute Delay On Nintendo Switch
"We're very sorry about the delay"
Back in June, Batterystaple Games locked in an August 9th release date for the Mega Man-like game '30XX' on the Nintendo Switch. Now, in an update today, it's been delayed at the last-minute. Developer Chris King has issued a message to fans on social media, apologising for the delay. The Steam release is now avai
Video Red Dead Redemption Graphics Comparison (Switch & Xbox Series X)
John Marston returns next week
Red Dead Redemption is riding onto the Switch next week, and ahead of its release, a number of comparison trailers have been popping up online comparing the Nintendo version to existing versions. This new one, by YouTube channel Cycu1, is a side-by-side of the Switch version and the game running on Xbox Series X. The...
Video Here's Eight Minutes Of Brand New Rune Factory 3 Special Gameplay
Return to the Sharance Tree this September
Rune Factory fans will be celebrating in just under a month's time, as Rune Factory 3 Special will be launching on Switch on 5th September in the West. This remaster of the popular DS title from 2009 brings back many fan's favourite entry in the "Fantasy Harvest Moon" series, gives the game a fresh lick of...
News New EA Sports FC 24 Deep Dive Welcomes Women's Football To Ultimate Team
Also showcases Evolutions, PlayStyles, Items and more
Ultimate Team might have just been one of the most popular modes in the FIFA series, and it looks like EA is keen to carry that on in EA Sports FC 24 as it has today revealed some of the new features that we can expect from the upcoming title's team-builder mode. There are a couple of big...
News Detective Pikachu Returns Comes With Exclusive Pokémon Trading Card In Japan
Japanese pre-order bonuses detailed
Detective Pikachu Returns was one of the highlights of the Pokémon Presents August 2023 showcase, and with more information about the long-awaited sequel to the 3DS cult favourite, pre-order bonuses in Japan have also been revealed, and we're mighty jealous. Brewing over on the official Japanese Pokémon website...