Nintendo and Koei Tecmo explain how Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment came to be
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment producers Yosuke Hayashi and Ryota Matsushita recently spoke about the origins of the game, explaining how it came to be.
Rather than Nintendo approaching Koei Tecmo, it was actually the other way around. Hayashi and Matsushita both felt that the Imprisoning War would make be a good fit for a Warriors title. Nintendo had its own interest in making it happen, with Tears of the Kingdom director Hidemaro Fujibayashi wanting to make something happen, but Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma wanted Koei Tecmo to reach out.
Hayashi, Matsushita, and Aonuma said the following in a 4Gamer interview:
[Let’s Talk] Your most anticipated game of 2026
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Move over 2025 – we’re officially in the year 2026. A new year brings new hope and excitement, and that pertains to games as well.
Looking strictly at Nintendo, we actually know quite a bit about the company’s slate for 2026. Several titles have been announced to be launching over the next few months. We should be seeing Mario Tennis Fever, Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Fire Emblem: Fortune Weave, Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and Splatoon Raiders. Technically that last one hasn’t been confirmed for 2026, but we’d be surprised if it was a 2027 game.
With everything that’s been announced – from Nintendo and other companies – what’s your most anticipated game of 2026? Let us know in the comments.
Grid Legends will have graphics options on Nintendo Switch 2, NSO GameCube controller support
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Feral Interactive has shared more details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version of Grid Legends, revealing plans for graphical modes and GameCube controller support.
Not only will there be specific modes for docked play, but also handheld use. When playing on TV, modes will be available for frame rate / graphical preference. Then in handheld mode, there’ll be “Balanced” and “Battery Saver” presets.
Feral Interactive said the following during a recent Reddit AMA:
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – January 3, 2026 – another new #1 this week
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The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of January 3, 2026 are now available.
We have a different #1 again, which is Super Mario Party Jamboree. The game likely received a renewed push as a good game for the holidays. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was on top last week, but moves down to #2.
Below are the full Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of January 3, 2026:
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Nintendo comments on controversial decision to feature Galactic Federation troopers in Metroid Prime 4
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Nintendo has spoken about why it decided to feature Galactic Federation troopers in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which has seen mixed feedback.
If you read previews for Metroid Prime 4 that were published before launch, you may have seen some controversy surrounding Myles MacKenzie. Myles is one of a few Galactic Federation members that accompanies Samus at different points of the journey. Reger Tokabi, Ezra Duke, Nora Armstrong, and VUE-995 are featured throughout as well.
More: Metroid Prime 4, Retro Studios
Ancient Farm to see release on Nintendo Switch 2
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Ultimate Games, in partnership with A2 Softworks, has announced Ancient Farm. The game is initially appearing on PC next week with other platforms such as Nintendo Switch 2 to follow later.
Ancient Farm is a relaxing farming simulator set in ancient Egypt during the time of the pharaohs. Farming, raising animals, foraging, building, crafting, and cooking are all a part of the gameplay.
More: A2 Softworks, Ancient Farm, Ultimate Games
List of all Switch demos
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Thousands of games are currently available on Switch, and there are a ton of demos out there for many of them. Not just Nintendo, but also third-parties are offering demos. We’ve now put together a comprehensive list of what’s out there.
Since our reader base is English-speaking, that’s what we’re focusing on here. In other words, we’re highlighting Switch demos that you can find in North America and Europe. Japan has a few extra demos on its end, but a majority of them are for titles that are not currently being sold in the west and are only playable in Japanese.
Until Then secures Nintendo Switch physical release
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Until Then landed on Nintendo Switch as a digital download not last year, but a physical release is in the cards as well. It should be out on March 26, 2026.
There aren’t any extras here – this is just a standard physical copy. Still, if you’re looking for a boxed copy, you’ll be able to get your hands on it at the end of the year.
More: Maximum Entertainment, Until Then
Lighthearted action RPG Nezori confirmed for Nintendo Switch
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Visualnoveler’s new project Nezori is confirmed for Nintendo Switch release. Currently it’s targeting a Q1 2026 launch.
Nezori, a lighthearted action RPG, has you playing as a fox girl searching for the legendary hot springs. The project was previously funded on Kickstarter.
More: Nezori, visualnoveler
The Bagman, a 16-bit point-and-click and survival horror game, planned for Nintendo Switch
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Bad Tasty is currently hard at work on its new game The Bagman, which will be released on Nintendo Switch. Development is early so launch timing hasn’t been decided.
The Bagman is a 16-bit point-and-click/survival horror game. It features stealth, NPCs you’re able to command, and slasher gore if that’s your thing.
Much more information can be found in the following overview:
