Nintendo bringing back Switch Online: Playtest Program
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The Nintendo Switch Online: Playtest Program is getting a second run, it’s been announced.
Those with an active membership to the service’s Expansion Pack tier, are at least 18 years old, and reside in certain territories will be eligible to join. Sign-ups start on a first-come, first-served basis on July 21 at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM in the UK / 5 PM in Europe. You’ll be able to register here, though it’s not guaranteed you’ll be selected – 40,000 participants will be chosen.
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Fitness Trainer 3 1.2.0 update out now, patch notes
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There’s a new update available for Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer, which you can access via version 1.2.0.
New content and bug fixes are included. We’ll point out some of the highlights, which are Janice as an instructor, content for missions, and content for Mitt Drills.
The full rundown is as follows:
Adventure platformer Mai: Child of Ages announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Chubby Pixel is making Mai: Child of Ages for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, the company announced today. The game will initially launch for the older console on September 25, 2025 with the Switch 2 version following after.
Mai: Child of Ages is an adventure game with precision platforming. You’ll travel through time and help Mai and her grandfather uncover the mysteries of the world after the Last Great War, and as part of the adventure, you’ll explore the connections between ancient eras and dystopian futures.
Here’s an official overview:
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Donkey Kong Bananza launch trailer
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Nintendo just put out a launch trailer for Donkey Kong Bananza, which celebrates the new release. Those interested in the title can get a final look at the 3D action platformer.
A bunch of information can be found in the following overview:
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Vigil: The Longest Night set for Nintendo Switch physical release
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Next up on Super Rare Games’ dock of Nintendo Switch physical releases is Vigil: The Longest Night. The company shared its plans for the game today.
Super Rare Games will be making 4,000 copies available. Each unit contains a full-color manual, exclusive sticker, and trading cards.
Night Striker Gear announced for Nintendo Switch [update: first trailer]
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February 5: Today, M2 revealed that it’s working on Night Striker Gear for Nintendo Switch. It will be available later in 2025.
Night Striker Gear is a retro 3D shoot ’em up game. It also acts as a follow-up to the Taito-developed Night Striker, which originally debuted in 1989.
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Hello Kitty Island Adventure Nintendo Switch physical release confirmed [update: two new versions]
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January 30: Hello Kitty Island Adventure will be seeing a physical release on Switch, it’s been announced.
Sunblink and Sanrio will be doing a little bit extra with the boxed version. Copies include the base game and three Deluxe Bundles offering a super-charged start and a full set of Legacy items. Here’s what you’ll get:
Nintendo Download – July 17, 2025 (North America) – Donkey Kong Bananza, WWE 2K25, more
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It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of July 17, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Donkey Kong Bananza, WWE 2K25, and more.
Here’s the full roundup: