Shin Megami Tensei V / Vengeance sales surpass 1.6 million copies [update: 2 million]
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2024: Atlus just provided a sales update on the combined sales of Shin Megami Tensei V and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. Between the two versions, the RPG has sold over 1.6 million copies worldwide.
Shin Megami Tensei V originally released only for Switch in November 2021. By April of 2022, Atlus announced that total sales had surpassed 1.6 million copies.
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Tetris 99 announces 48th Maximus Cup with Donkey Kong Bananza theme
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Nintendo is preparing a 48th Maximus Cup which can provide players with a new Donkey Kong Bananza theme, it’s been announced.
This is actually the first promotion of the Nintendo Switch 2 era. However, the rules are the same as usual. You’ll just need to reach 100 points (higher placement in matches gives more points) in order to unlock the Donkey Kong Bananza theme in Tetris 99. It will have background art, music, and Tetrimino designs based on the title. This goes without saying, but you’ll need a Nintendo Switch Online membership in order to play.
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Mario Paint gets surprise Nintendo Switch Online release, features mouse controls
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As a surprise out of nowhere, Nintendo has just released Mario Paint on Switch Online.
A big feature is that mouse support is included. You can either use the Joy-Con 2 or a compatible USB mouse. Now that Switch 2 has launched, Nintendo may have felt this was a fitting time to have it ready. A subscription to the Expansion Pack tier is not required, so all Nintendo Switch Online members can access it.
Here’s a brief overview:
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Donkey Kong Bananza player beats the game with 0 bananas collected
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Donkey Kong Bananza has tons of bananas to collect throughout its many layers, but one players has done what most probably haven’t – which is obtaining zero of them.
Akfamilyhome shared the feat on social media. At this point this is the first time we’re hearing about a player beating Donkey Kong Bananza with 0 bananas collected (at least in terms of sharing that accomplishment online and having it be widely recognized).
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Wander Stars announces Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer [update: delay]
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June 7: A release date has now been announced for Wander Stars, which was previously announced for Nintendo Switch. Those interested in the title can play it starting on August 1, 2025.
It’s been a year since we last heard about Wander Stars. We weren’t sure when the game would be coming out, so it’s nice to know that it’s just a couple of months away.
Tons of details can be found in the following overview:
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 getting Infinity Castle Arc Character Pass, Muzan Kibutsuji
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SEGA and Aniplex are back with more news for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 with details about what’s happening after launch.
First, an “Infinity Castle Arc Character Pass” will be arriving after release. We also know that series antagonist Muzan Kibutsuji will be available as a playable character in VS Mode via a free update. Specifics about timing will follow later.
Shantae Advance reveals Nintendo Switch physical release
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As we get closer to the summer launch of Shantae Advance, the game’s physical release has now been revealed. Limited Run Games is in charge of production.
There are plans to sell a standard version, Classic Edition, and Revolutionary Edition. The Classic Edition offers the game, deluxe holofoil box, soundtrack, and steelbook. The Revolutionary Edition has all of these items as well as six art prints, 50 trading cards, pixel art light, Squid Baron plush, metal retro cart keychain, and individually numbered certificate of authenticity.
Here’s an official overview of the game for those that need a refresher:
Nintendo ranks third in list of top 20 Japanese game companies for average yearly income
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Japanese software developer SalesNow has posted a new list that ranks the top 20 Japanese game companies based on average yearly income, with Nintendo coming in third. This is based on salaries between June 2024 and June 2025. Data is based on commercial and real estate registries, tax office disclosures, Japan’s government gazette, and data made public by government agencies and companies.
Nintendo’s average yearly income is at around $65,000 USD. Only Sony and Bandai Namco rank higher. SEGA, Capcom, and Koei Tecmo are also in the top ten.
The full list of top 20 Japanese game companies for average yearly income including a look at where Nintendo stands is as follows:
Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure announced for Nintendo Switch 2
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Zugalu Entertainment and Crimson Herring Studios are planning Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure for Nintendo Switch 2, the two companies announced today. As of now it’s planned for Q4 2025, but that may only apply to the PC version.
Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure is a Victorian steampunk roguelike deckbuilder set in the world of Sovereign Syndicate before the events of the first game. Players will choose from four characters with unique cards and abilities, customize a deck and character, and investigate a mysterious plague while battling corrupted beasts and bosses in turn-based combat.
Additional details can be found in the following overview:
Cattle Country “Beneath and Beyond” update out now, patch notes
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A big “Beneath and Beyond” update has just landed in Cattle Country, Playtonic Friends and Castle Pixel’s frontier life sim.
The update includes an expanded mining system, allowing players to delve deeper into the land they call home. Users can unearth rare minerals, uncover hidden mining objects like torches, ladders and dynamite, and maybe even stumble upon a few long-lost bandit treasures. There are also quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.
Below is the full rundown:
