Nintendo says it may monitor and record chat sessions in updated privacy policy
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo has updated its privacy, and it includes a note that it “may collect, monitor and record audio and video of your chat sessions with other users to provide a safe and secure environment for certain of our services”.
This news comes ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, which includes the GameShare feature and ability to communicate with friends. Nintendo previously confirmed that the functionality includes a report feature.
Punk Shot is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Today, it was announced that Arcade Archives Punk Shot is heading to Nintendo Switch. The title is slated for release tomorrow, May 8.
If you’re into sports, Punk Shot might be for you. The 1990-released title has basketball gameplay, but added to the mix are things like interference and attacks.
Here’s some additional information:
More: Arcade Archives, Hamster
Minecraft 1.21.80 update out now, patch notes – Flat World presets, Filter Profanity toggle, more
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest update for Minecraft is here with version 1.21.80.
Flat World presets are the main new thing, including Classic Flat, Water World, and more. A Filter Profanity toggle is also now available on Nintendo Switch.
The full rundown is as follows:
More: Minecraft, Mojang, title update, Xbox Game Studios
Red Death, Null Drifter, Project Starship X getting combined Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Red Art Games today announced Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 2, which is a physical release for Red Death, Null Drifter, and Project Starship X. It will be available on November 7, 2025.
Red Death, Null Drifter, and Project Starship X will all be available on a single cartridge. This marks the first time they’ve been made available physically.
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons to receive Jeff and Abore as free DLC [update: out today]
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
March 17: Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons just announced that Jeff and Abore are coming to the game via DLC. Both will be entirely free.
As of now we’re waiting to hear on all of the details. However, Jeff and Abore will be added to Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons as part of an April content update.
Here’s a bit of information about the two characters:
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game Nintendo Switch physical release confirmed
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
iam8bit, Weta Workshop, and Private Division today revealed plans for a physical release of Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game on Nintendo Switch. Boxed versions will be available starting on July 29, 2025.
The retail release and iam8bit Exclusive Edition includes the game on a cartridge and a 20” x 16” fold-out map of Bywater, allowing fans to admire the charming surroundings and lush countryside. The iam8bit Exclusive Edition adds an idyllic and exclusive book cover O-sleeve. Those who pre-order will receive an official game soundtrack download code.
Nintendo reveals full lineup of Switch 2 user icons, much more than Switch 1
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
In an update shared on the Nintendo Today app today, the lineup of user icons for Switch 2 was revealed.
Nintendo has confirmed that Switch 2 owners will be able to access 258 icons at the start. To compare, the current Nintendo Switch has 147. Needless to say, the lineup is much more extensive on its successor.
Here’s a look at all of the icons planned:
Cyberpunk 2077 dev says putting the whole game on Nintendo Switch 2 cartridge was the “right thing to do”
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
At least for the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, Cyberpunk 2077 is the only original third-party game that has everything on the cartridge. Many titles are opting to instead take advantage of game-key cards. That means you’re getting a cartridge, but you need to download all of the title’s data first before you can play it.
Jan Rosner, VP of business development at CD Projekt Red, has now spoken about the decision to have the entire Cyberpunk 2077 experience on the Nintendo Switch 2 cartridge. This follows the company’s approach with The Witcher 3 on Switch 1, which was also a full physical release.
More: CD Projekt Red, Cyberpunk 2077, interview, Jan Rosner
List of games for Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection revealed
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Today, Atari and Limited Run Games revealed the list of games included in Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection, which is in the works for Nintendo Switch.
The package includes the following:
Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade announced for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Creator’s Voice]
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
April 2: Square Enix made a huge splash at the Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 presentation, confirming Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade for the new console.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth are two parts of the overall reimagining for the PlayStation classic. A third piece to the trilogy is also in the works, but has yet to be shown in any form.
