Kirby Air Riders Direct live stream
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With the Kirby Air Riders Direct beginning soon, we have a new dedicated post for the live stream. The fun begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
As previously confirmed, the broadcast will be about 45 minutes long. Masahiro Sakurai, the game’s director, will act as host and will finally give us our first look at the Nintendo Switch title. Other than that, we don’t have much to go on, but expected a big blowout here.
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Mario Kart World 1.2.1 update out now, patch notes
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Nintendo just released the next update for Mario Kart World with version 1.2.1. All Nintendo Switch 2 owners can download it now.
While the last update was massive, this one is on the other end of the spectrum. Nintendo is addressing a singular issue for its latest patch.
The full rundown is as follows:
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Action platformer SF3RA out on Nintendo Switch this week
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Ratalaika Games is set to release its latest Nintendo Switch game in the form of SF3RA. This one will be available on Friday, August 22.
SF3RA is an action platformer. Players will destroy enemies along with their drone assistant, collect items, and buy new weapons.
Here’s some additional information:
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Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree opening movie [update: guardian trailer #4]
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June 17: Bandai Namco and Brownies uploaded the opening movie for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree. This follows the game’s reveal, which only just took place this month.
Here’s some information about the title shared by the Nintendo eShop listing:
The Pokemon Company shares the correct way to pronounce Rayquaza
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There’s only one correct way to say Rayquaza’s name, but it turns out that it’s one of the most mispronounced Pokemon.
During the 2025 Pokemon World Championships this weekend, one of the intermissions focused on the creature. It turns out that the correct pronunciation was provided here. So if you’re wondering how to pronounce Rayquaza, it’s ray-KWAY-zuh.
X user GlaxonXIII, who was in attendance at the Pokemon World Championships, shared this photo from the event:
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UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025 – Mario Kart World back at #1
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025 is now available.
Mario Kart World came in second last week, but is back again at #1. Another game that’s moved up slightly is Donkey Kong Bananza, climbing from #4 to #3. Madden NFL 26 also appears at #16.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025:
Neo Harbor Rescue Squad heading to Nintendo Switch
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Today. BancyCo announced a new Nintendo Switch version of Neo Harbor Rescue Squad. As of now there’s no word on launch timing.
Neo Harbor Rescue Squad is officially said to be a “paramedic action drama”. You’ll live the life of a rookie paramedic with “a wild, funny story.”
A further breakdown of details can be found in the following rundown:
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance to feature Sonic’s Dr. Eggman and more in SEGA Villains DLC
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SEGA has made an interesting announcement about Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, as the game is revealed to be getting Dr. Eggman DLC. Of course, the character stems from Sonic the Hedgehog.
Dr. Eggman will be featured in the SEGA Villains Stage along with two other mystery characters. It’s unclear what exactly will be included here, but the DLC is planned for early 2026. We should have more details when we’re closer to release.
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Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree demo has just come to Nintendo Switch
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A demo for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is now available. If you’re looking to try out the game before it arrives next month, you can do so on Nintendo Switch.
The demo provides access to the prologue chapter with four of the game’s eight Guardians available to play. Rekka, Shigin, Origami, and Nishikito are included. Also in the demo, you can visit the hub, Shinju Village, where friendly and memorable NPCs will provide assistance such as by strengthening swords at the Blacksmith, practicing combat skills at the Dojo, or learning more about the deep history and narrative of Towa’s world.
Disney Dreamlight Valley “Emotional Rescue” update out this week, patch notes
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The next major Disney Dreamlight Valley update is almost here with “Emotional Rescue”. The patch goes live on Wednesday, August 20.
Inside Out is the big hook of the update – you’ll be able to explore the Headquarters and step into the shoes of a Mind Worker to locate the missing parts of long-term memories. There’s plenty of other content, improvements, and fixes as well.
Gameloft has provided the following rundown:
