Touhou: Blossom Blade confirmed for Nintendo Switch
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Touhou: Blossom Blade will be released on Nintendo Switch, Phoenixx and Ankake Spa confirmed today. It’ll launch on January 22, 2026 with pre-orders starting January 15.
Touhou: Blossom Blade is a 3D bullet hell action game set in Gensokyo, the world of Touhou Project. This isa remaster of Youyou Kengeki Musou, which launched in Japan at the end of 2011.
Here’s some additional information:
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Touchdown Fever is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch
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Hamster has confirmed the latest Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch, which is Touchdown Fever. It arrives tomorrow, January 8. Note that there is no native Nintendo Switch 2 version, but it’ll work on the console via backwards compatibility.
SNK was behind the original launch of Touchdown Fever. The 1987 title is a sports game based on American football.
Here’s an official overview:
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Hulu app being discontinued on Nintendo Switch
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The Hulu app is coming to an end on Switch, according to Nintendo.
Those looking for the app will no longer find it anywhere on the store. Additionally, Nintendo says that support will end on February 5, 2026. If you downloaded the app previously, it will no longer function after that date.
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Connected Clue, a mystery adventure game, to appear on Nintendo Switch
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CFK, in partnership with Alpheratz Games today announced Connected Clue for Nintendo Switch. Look for its release later in 2026.
Connected Clue is a mystery adventure game. In it, you’ll play as a private detective while running to crime scenes, uncovering the clues in mysterious cases, and finding the links that will lead them to the culprit.
Here’s some additional information:
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Narrative-driven adventure game Remnants of Yore coming to Nintendo Switch
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Remnants of Yore, which was previously funded on Kickstarter, is set to receive a release on Nintendo Switch. Fans helped to raise €27,125 during Harakka Studio’s campaign, which included plans for support on the console.
Remnants of Yore is a narrative-driven adventure game with rogue-lite elements inspired by the likes of Stardew Valley, Hades, and Moonlighter. Players will run and repair an antique store in a small town, help restless spirits, and romance neighbors.
More information can be found in the following overview:
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Puzzle platformer Jelly & Toast out on Nintendo Switch this week
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Ratalaika Games has announced its first Nintendo Switch game of 2026, which is Jelly & Toast. It’ll be out on January 9, 2026.
Nibb Games was originally behind Jelly & Toast. The puzzle platformer features 50 levels that can be played alone or in co-op.
For further details, read the following overview:
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Pokemon Build-A-Bear plushie line reveals Ponyta
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To kick off 2026, Build-A-Bear has revealed Ponyta as its next Pokemon collaboration. The creature will be offered with a new plush.
Ponyta is one of the earlier Pokemon having appeared during the first generation. The Fire Horse Pokemon is known for its stunning mane and tail.
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Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for January 8, 2026
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese Switch and Switch 2 release schedule on eShop for the week of January 8, 2026. Various new titles are on the way, highlighted by Fairy Tail: Dungeons.
Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Outlaws + Handful of Missions Remaster Nintendo Switch physical release in the works
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Today, Limited Run Games made it known that it’s planning physical versions of Outlaws + Handful of Missions Remaster on Nintendo Switch.
There’ll be two editions to choose from. Aside from a standard copy, Limited Run Games is prepping a premium edition. The latter includes a metal James Anderson US Marshal badge, collectible keychain, 12” x 16” double-sided poster, and playing cards, all packed in a LucasArts two-piece rigid box.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles sales surpass one million copies worldwide
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Today, Square Enix announced a major sales milestone for Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles. Since launch, it has sold over one million copies worldwide. That’s based on digital sales plus physical shipments across all platforms.
Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles came to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch last September.
