Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King announced for Nintendo Switch
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THQ Nordic and Quantumfrog have announced Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King, a 3D puzzle adventure game coming to Nintendo Switch. The title is scheduled to launch in early 2026.
Pumuckl is the iconic red-haired “kobold” from the long-running German children’s series Meister Eder und sein Pumuckl, which first debuted in 1961. The character recently made a successful return to the spotlight with the TV series Neue Geschichten vom Pumuckl, as well as the feature film Pumuckl and the Big Misunderstanding.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reviews roundup
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We’re just on the cusp of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’s launch, and initial reviews have started to hit. Verdicts are dropping with the game coming in just a couple of days.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a significant launch as it’s one of the longest waits we’ve ever seen for a Nintendo game. First announced in 2017, it was rebooted in 2019 with Retro Studios being assigned to handle development at the time. Retro is revisiting what made the series so great with first-person adventure gameplay, but is throwing new wrinkles into the mix such as the motorcycle Vi-O-La that helps players explore planet Viewros and new psychic abilities.
Below is the roundup of initial reviews for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond:
Yacht Club at a breaking point and needs Mina the Hollower to be a hit, 3D Shovel Knight has been in the works
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Bloomberg published a new report today delving into issues Yacht Club Games has faced in recent years, and also claims that the studio had been working on a 3D Shovel Knight which it still hopes to release at some point.
There’s a lot covered in the article, but Bloomberg says the company “is facing an existential struggle.” It notes that Yacht Club “has churned through most of its capital, forcing it to downsize and put a planned second project on hold so everyone can focus on Mina the Hollower.” Employees are burnt out and the game’s delay is further impacting finances.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A goes live with Mewtwonite X and Y Mega Stones distribution, Project M side mission
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Pokemon Legends: Z-A has just started a new distribution, which provides Mewtwonite X and Mewtwonite Y Mega Stones plus access to a new Project M side mission.
You’ll want to head on over to Mystery Gift and select the “Receive via Internet” option. Things can start from there, but keep in mind that you’ll need to have completed the main story for the event to begin.
More: Game Freak, Pokemon Legends Z-A
Mega Lucario Z revealed for Pokemon Legends: Z-A DLC
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Mega Lucario Z will be appearing in the brand new Mega Dimension DLC for Pokemon Legends: Z-A, it’s been revealed.
According to The Pokemon Company, “Mega Lucario Z was determined to be a Mega Evolution based on how its form changes through exposure to a Mega Stone and its increase in power far outshining that of an average Lucario.” It features long fur around the head and waist along with a fan-shaped tail. Since this makes it difficult to get a full view of Mega Lucario Z’s powerful movements, in close combat, it can visually disorient opponents. Additionally, places on its body such as the hands and shins have been hardened with steel energy.
More: Game Freak, Pokemon Legends Z-A, top
Nintendo Switch Online adds Metroid: Zero Mission, Metroid 2 icons
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December is Metroid month (at least if you’re celebrating Metroid Prime 4), and in honor of that, new icons are available on Nintendo Switch Online for Metroid: Zero Mission and Metroid 2: Return of Samus.
Each game has five options available. They’re all characters, which cost 10 Platinum Points each on My Nintendo. Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch owners can claim them now.
Tetris 99 50th Maximus Cup announced with new Kirby Air Riders theme
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It’s been a bit since the last event in Tetris 99, but a 50th Maximus Cup has now announced which will grant players a new Kirby Air Riders theme.
In order to partake, you’ll need to be a Nintendo Switch Online member. During the event period, you’ll have to obtain a total of 100 points. Once you do so, the Kirby Air Riders theme with background art, music, and Tetrimino designs based on the title will be unlocked. Note that you’ll earn more points the higher up you finish in each match.
More: Kirby Air Riders, Tetris 99
Marvel Cosmic Invasion launch trailer – beat ’em up game arrives on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Dotemu and Tribute Games have shared a launch trailer for Marvel Cosmic Invasion. As of today, the beat ’em up game is playable on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
Tons of details about it can be found in the following overview:
Turok and Turok 2 updates out now on Nintendo Switch, patch notes
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New updates are now live for Turok and Turok 2 on Nintendo Switch. These are known as patch 3 and version 2.2 respectively.
With Turok, there’s a bunch that’s here such as the option to toggle respawning enemies off and support for FOV of 120 on Nintendo Switch. Turok 2 now features cross-play multiplayer and more.
The full rundown is as follows:
More: Nightdive Studios, title update, Turok, Turok 2
UK software sales chart for the week ending November 29, 2025 – Mario Kart World stays winning on Nintendo Switch 2
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending November 29, 2025 is now available.
The top three are unchanged this week with Mario Kart World in second as the top Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive. Elsewhere, Pokemon Legends: Z-A moved up a spot to #5. It’s also worth noting that Kirby Air Riders is out of the top 40.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending November 29, 2025:
