Pokemon Legends Arceus vs. Legends Z-A – comparison and deciding which is better
Posted on 3 days ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Pokemon franchise has had a rocky few years, to say the least. Pokemon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, Scarlet, and Violet all launched with shockingly poor optimization and performance, respectively, which understandably wound up damaging the franchise’s reputation. That said, things haven’t been all bad for Pokemon – Pokemon Legends: Arceus was by far and away the best-received Pokemon game on Nintendo Switch, and despite the recent backlash towards Pokemon Legends: Z-A that has become typical for the series, it’s been received very well too.
They say comparison is the thief of joy – but that phrase is tossed out the window when it comes to video games, because comparison is the foundation of most discussion around games these days. So today, we’re comparing Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Pokemon Legends: Z-A to decide which one comes out on top. We’ll be looking at three categories: gameplay, presentation, and story. Do note that we’ll be discussing story spoilers for both games, so keep that in mind before you continue.
[Let’s Talk] Your most anticipated game of 2026
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk | 0 comments
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.
Looking back at and reviewing Nintendo’s 2025 – Switch 2 launch, every major game, and more
Posted on 4 days ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
2025 was a huge year for Nintendo, to say the least. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2 for what feels like a lifetime – this even dates back to 2020 and 2021 with the then-endless “Switch Pro” rumors. But now, Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, and it’s already cemented itself as one of the fastest-selling video game consoles of all time. Nintendo released a fair number of exclusives this year as well, including big titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, among many others. Given that 2025 is coming to an end, we figured it’s a better time than ever to take a look back at one of Nintendo’s busiest years. So today, we’re recounting Nintendo Switch 2’s reveal, its launch, and going over and reviewing every major Switch and Switch 2 game released this year.
[Let’s Talk] Your favorite game of 2025
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk | 0 comments
As we wrap up the year that was 2025, we want to take a moment for reflection and hear from you about your favorite game this year.
2025 was pretty massive for Nintendo. Fans had been waiting for a new console, and Nintendo Switch 2 finally delivered on those desires back in June. The system launched with Mario Kart World, but later we saw Donkey Kong Bananza, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Kirby Air Riders. We also can’t forget about the original Nintendo Switch – it received Donkey Kong Country Returns HD, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, and Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2. Pokemon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4 were cross-gen releases. And obviously we’re not even mentioning third-party games, of which there were many.
So what was your favorite game (or games) this year? Let us know in the comments.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – December 2025
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk | 0 comments
A new month started up a couple of weeks ago. Now that we’re in December, we want to know what you’ve been playing.
Have you completed your journey in Metroid Prime 4: Beyond? Are you playing other recent releases like the Pokemon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, or Octopath Traveler 0? No matter the case, let us know in the comments below.
5 of the more festive Nintendo games you should revisit over the holidays
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Ethan in 3DS, Features, Switch, Switch 2, Wii U | 0 comments
If you celebrate Christmas, then you already know there’s nothing better than opening a brand-new video game on Christmas Day. Or getting a brand-new video game console in general! This year, a whole new generation of players will receive Nintendo Switch 2 systems as holiday gifts – or maybe some additional games or accessories for those who already have one. For me personally, many of my favorite video game memories are associated with Christmas in some way, and I’m sure the same is true for those of you who have celebrated the holidays in the past as well.
So today, we’re going over some Nintendo games that I associate with the holiday season, and aspects of each one that make them special. As a note, not all of these games are inherently festive, because surprisingly few Nintendo games make specific references to Christmas or the holidays. But if you have any holiday memories with a video game not listed here, feel free to share in the comments down below.
Interview: Aspyr on bringing Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition to Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch and future possibilities
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Interviews, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
There’s been a lot going on within the world of Tomb Raider recently, including the arrival of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Ports for both systems were announced and released last month.
To learn more about what went into the launch of Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, we spoke with producer manager Jordon Reese from Aspyr. Reese also touched on some other points from us, including the possibility of bringing Rise of the Tomb Raider and Shadow of the Tomb Raider, future Nintendo Switch 2 support, and more.
Here’s our full discussion:
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Exclusive: Final Fantasy 7 Remake series producer Yoshinori Kitase shares his favorite Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Square Enix is gearing up for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake, and to celebrate, the company has shared a special video with us featuring Yoshinori Kitase. In it, he goes over his top Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games, which are Ring Fit Adventure, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake.
Kitase acted as a producer on both Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. He is expected to be involved with the concluding third title as well.
Here’s the full video with Kitase in which he discusses why Ring Fit Adventure, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake are his favorite Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch games:
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Nicholas Serpa in Reviews, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2 (reviewed), Switch
Release date: December 4, 2025
Developer: Retro Studios
Publisher Nintendo
That I can say that I’ve played and completed Metroid Prime 4: Beyond feels like a small miracle in of itself. As a longtime fan of the series who has spent the past eighteen years waiting hungrily for a proper sequel to to the captivating, genre-bending Metroid Prime trilogy, part of me is simply happy this game exists as a real thing I can play. Those original titles helped define my taste in games over the years that followed, and set a high bar as a stellar example of how to balance a rewarding sense of exploration with smart environmental storytelling and engaging first-person combat. While I didn’t necessarily need Metroid Prime 4 to reinvent the wheel, I was certainly open to it experimenting with some new ideas to push the franchise forward – hopefully, while managing to recapture everything that made the original games so special.
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10 Pokemon who need Mega Evolutions
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Mega Evolutions are a hot topic at the moment thanks to Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and we’ve picked out 10 creatures that we feel deserve that form.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A’s Mega Dimension DLC is available now, and it introduced a whole bunch of new Mega Evolutions along with it. If we had to guess, that means we probably won’t be seeing any all-new Mega Evolutions for a very long time, which clearly means it’s as good a time as any to name a few Pokemon who could still one for themselves.
Pokemon like Mawile, Malamar, Delphox, and Diancie all really needed it – they weren’t very strong in their base forms. So for the sake of this list, we’re only picking weaker Pokemon. That means you won’t see any pseudo-legendary Pokemon like Kommo-o or Dragapult on this list – they’re already plenty strong. Do note that this list excludes all of the Pokemon who received new Mega Evolutions in Mega Dimension, so if you’re trying to remain unspoiled on who they are, a few noteworthy exclusions on this list may give you a small clue. Keep that in mind before you start reading!
