Raptor Claw has now nailed down the release date for Fur Squadron Phoenix. The title, an on-rails shooter inspired by Star Fox, hits Nintendo Switch on February 25, 2026.
This project has been in the works for a few years. Originally, we heard about plans to ship on Nintendo Switch back in 2023.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:
January 19: Devolver Digital and Kenny Sun today pulled back the curtain on the first update for Ball x Pit, titled “Regal”. It will be free to all players starting on January 26, 2026.
The update is bringing along new characters, balls, passives, and features.
Here’s some additional information:
OPUS: Prism Peak now has its release date on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Announced today, the game is coming out on March 26, 2026.
OPUS: Prism Peak, the spiritual successor to OPUS: Echo of Starsong, was originally planned for last fall. However, it ended up seeing a delay.
Those that need a refresher on the game can check out the following overview:
The first big Nintendo Direct is rumored to be taking place during the first week of February. That claim comes from NateTheHate, who shared what he’s heard during a podcast episode today.
The new Nintendo Direct presentation could air during the first week of February. While February 4 / 5 is expected (depending on your time zone), he has not been able to confirm that with his best contacts currently, so keep in mind that date is not fully locked in.
Nintendo will host a Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct on January 29, the company just announced. It will air at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
The presentation will be about 20 minutes long, and you’ll be able to watch it on YouTube or via the Nintendo Today app. Nintendo will be sharing the latest information about the game – so expect a release date announcement. As of now we only know the game is planned for this spring.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment has sold over one million copies on Nintendo Switch 2, Koei Tecmo has announced. That news comes as part of the company’s latest financial report.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment seems to have hit this major milestone fairly quickly. The game launched in November, and Koei Tecmo’s financial results are through December 31, 2025.
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending January 24, 2026 is now available.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade is the big news this week. While it missed out on #1, it did move all the way up to second. Mario Kart World is still on top this time around.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending January 24, 2026:
Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered has been delayed. Koei Tecmo took to social media today and shared the news.
Originally, the game was planned for March 19, 2026. However, no new date has been provided at this time.
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. This time around, we see the first appearances for Pragmata on Nintendo Switch 2 and Trails in the Sky 2nd Chapter.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 7 and January 13.
