Another Crab’s Treasure reveals “Year of the Crab” update, Nintendo Switch physical release
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April 7: We’ve got a double dose of news for Another Crab’s Treasure – the game is announcing a “Year of the Crab” update today plus a Nintendo Switch physical release.
The update is initially dropping on April 21, but it’ll land on Nintendo’s console soon after. It features a New Game Plus mode, new upgrades and unlocks, new costumes for Kril, and a boss rush mode.
Nintendo Switch 2 hardware chip was apparently finalized in 2021
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Geekerwan and Kurnal recently conducted forensic analysis of a Nintendo Switch 2 T239 chip which seems to indicate that the hardware was finalized in 2021.
As for how this information has surfaced, a few of the console’s motherboards appeared on Chinese online retail stores. Geekerwan and Kurnal were both able to buy them and begin testing even though we’re still a few weeks away from the official launch.
How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine gets release date and demo
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Cristopher in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Maximum Entertainment and Breakfirst Games have just announced that How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine will be releasing for Nintendo Switch on June 24th, 2025. They have also released a free demo of the game that is already available to download on the eShop.
How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine is a co-op puzzle adventure game in which two players use different devices simultaneously to gather clues in escape room-like scenarios. The game has one player use the console, and another on the dedicated free How 2 Escape: Lost Submarine companion app available on PC, iOS, and Android.
Here’s some more information about the game:
Borderlands 4 confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Creator’s Voice]
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April 2: Support for third-party Nintendo Switch 2 announcements continue, and we now know that Borderlands 4 is on the way. The game will be available later in 2025.
Borderlands 4 is a looter shooter in which players can take on outrageous enemies and acquire killer loot on the dangerous new planet of Kairos. The game features an arsenal of weaponry, the ability to glide, dodge, fixed-point grapple, and more.
CTHULOOT out on Nintendo Switch this week, new trailer
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Today, Headbang Club and Pixelnest Studio announced the release date for CTHULOOT for Nintendo Switch. You won’t have to wait long to play it as the game is scheduled for May 15, 2025.
CTHULOOT is a co-op arcade game that supports up to four players. You’ll play as a looter looking for mythical relics around the world, but traps and other dangers await in the shadows.
Here’s some additional information:
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Visual novel Synesthesia out on Nintendo Switch this week
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Ratalaika Games has published its fair share of visual novels on Nintendo Switch, and Synesthesia is next up on the docket. It’s planned for release on May 16, 2025.
Synesthesia was made by Spire Games. In it, you’ll join a group of college students with strange cognitive powers.
Here’s an official overview:
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Hogwarts Legacy has a Nintendo Switch 2 upgrade for Switch 1 players
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Heads up for Hogwarts Legacy players on Nintendo Switch 1 – there’s currently an upgrade available for the Switch 2 version.
Technically this is not the traditional “Upgrade Pack” that the upcoming console will be receiving for multiple games. However, the Nintendo Switch 2 version just received a listing on the Nintendo eShop today which appears to have set things in motion. It seems that if you’ve bought the game, you can pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2 version for $10. Right now Hogwarts Legacy for Switch 1 is on sale for $17.99 on the Nintendo eShop.
Spiritfall launch trailer – action roguelite comes to Nintendo Switch
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Gentle Giant is back with a launch trailer for Spiritfall. The game, a fast-paced action roguelite with combat inspired by platform fighters, just released on Nintendo Switch.
Further details can be found in the following overview:
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Limited Run says its numbered Nintendo Switch 2 physical releases will be full game on cartridge, not game-key cards
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
At PAX East 2025, Limited Run Games commented on the ongoing discussion surrounding physical cartridges for Switch 2. The company, known for bringing both retro and modern digital titles to physical media, confirmed that its own releases should include the full game on the cartridge. The only exception applies to partnership titles that aren’t part of its numbered lineup, where the decision will be left to the game’s developer or publisher.
Since the discovery of game key cards, the issue has sparked concern and some dissatisfaction among fans due to the growing trend of physical releases requiring downloads or shipping incomplete versions. This is especially true with the continued rise in game file sizes, as seen with Limited Run Games’ own announcement that the Raidou Remastered collector’s edition would include a game card. However, that was apparently SEGA’s decision and was not a part of Limited Run’s numbered lineup.
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Nintendo Switch 2 to include battery deterioration prevention feature
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
As we continue to find out about all of the various tidbits surrounding Switch 2, Nintendo has now revealed that the system will include a battery deterioration prevention feature.
That news was shared via the Nintendo Today app. In one of the postings, Nintendo shows off the setting that can be found in the “System” tab.
