Survival horror game Inanima in the works for Nintendo Switch
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Obscure Tales, the developer behind Lamentum, has confirmed its next game Inanima for Nintendo Switch. A release window has not been shared at this time.
Inanima is a new survival horror game. It takes place in the isolated facilities of a strange corporation where players will need to get their hands on limited supplies and fight terrifying creatures to reveal the truth behind the Lazarus project.
Those looking for more details can read the following overview:
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Pokemon Legends: Z-A Ranked Battles Season 5 incoming, rewards detailed including Sceptilite
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It’s been announced that Pokemon Legends: Z-A is soon set to kick off Ranked Battles Season 5, and we have details on rewards, including Sceptilite. The fun starts on January 7, lasting until January 28.
Those who reach Rank S will be given Sceptilite. This is used to Mega Evolve Sceptile into Mega Sceptile. Note that it can’t be obtained through normal gameplay. Greninjite, Delphoxite, Chesnaughtite, and Baxcalibrite Mega Stones will be returning as promotion rewards for Rank Y through Rank V.
By getting involved in Ranked Battles, players will always be provided with rewards at the end of each battle. There are also promotion rewards when you advance to the next rank, which include useful items for training Pokemon. Lastly, season rewards will be available, which are based on the ranking at which you finish when the season concludes.
Below is the full list of season rewards:
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Nintendo Download – January 1, 2026 (Europe)
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Pokemon Unite reveals Meowth
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Meowth is set to join Pokemon Unite as the game’s next playable character, it’s been announced. Players can access the latest roster addition on January 9, 2026.
Other than the initial announcement, not much has been shared. A trailer for Meowth should arrive a bit closer to the release. We’ll add that in here once it goes live.
More: Pokemon Unite, Timi Studio Group
Nintendo Download – January 1, 2026 (North America) – Fairy Tail: Dungeons and more
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It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of January 1, 2026. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Fairy Tail: Dungeons and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Vampire Survivors: The Grimoire lore book revealed, pre-orders open
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Those looking to get even more out of Vampire Survivors will be interested to hear that a brand new hardcover art book is on the way known as The Grimoire. It will be available on October 13, 2026.
Nearly 200 pages will be included in the book. We don’t have all of the details about it just yet, but it’s confirmed to be “the official in-universe guide to the lore and legend behind the phenomenally successful indie game.”
Below is the official product description:
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Monster taming game Yami Kids coming to Nintendo Switch
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The moody monster taming Yami Kids has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch release. We’ll be seeing it sometime in 2026.
Yami Kids, which previously saw a successful Kickstarter run, intends to update the monster taming genre for the modern player that offers “a riveting narrative with serious themes including tragedy, familial bonds, and revenge”. The project features pixel art, a retro-flavored soundtrack, gameplay mechanics incorporating day and night cycles resulting in nighttime “Shadow Duels”, and the inclusion of community feedback.
Here’s some additional information:
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Enchanted Wonderland, an unannounced Konami game for Nintendo Switch, has been found
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The ESRB has rated an unknown Nintendo Switch game from Konami, which is titled Enchanted Wonderland. As of now this project has not been officially announced.
It is currently unclear if Konami is developing the game, or if the company is simply serving as publisher. Either way, the classification does give us a few details. According to the listing, Enchanted Wonderland is an adventure game about resurrecting a theme park.
Here’s the full description:
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New Splatoon 3 listing for Nintendo Switch 2 has appeared
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There could be something happening with Splatoon 3 on Nintendo Switch 2 as a new rating has now appeared. Over on the PEGI website, a separate entry has been added for that console.
Splatoon 3 actually already received a new update earlier this year targeted at Nintendo Switch 2 players. The patch brought along enhanced visuals and a better frame rate, particularly in locations like Splatsville and the Grand Festival Grounds. We have more information about that here.
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Space Invaders Part 2 is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Following up on the original game last week, Space Invaders Part 2 has been announced as the latest Arcade Archives game. Fans can grab it tomorrow, January 1.
The game launched in 1979, one year after the previous title. There’s more shooting gameplay to be found here, but now with new enemy tactics and the Rainbow Bonus.
Here’s an official overview:
