Nintendo says it may monitor and record chat sessions in updated privacy policy
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo has updated its privacy, and it includes a note that it “may collect, monitor and record audio and video of your chat sessions with other users to provide a safe and secure environment for certain of our services”.
This news comes ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, which includes the GameShare feature and ability to communicate with friends. Nintendo previously confirmed that the functionality includes a report feature.
Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter gets an official release date
Posted on 1 day ago by Cristopher in News, Switch | 0 comments
GungHo and Falcom have announced that Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter has locked in a release date of September 19, 2025. Alongside the release date, more of the Japanese voice cast was detailed in this week’s Famitsu magazine.
The turn-based RPG was originally announced in a 2024 as The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st, and is a remake of 2004’s The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky. This will mark the game’s first appearance on a Nintendo console and will include fully voice-acted cutscenes in English and Japanese, various changes to the gameplay, and a fully 3D art style.
Punk Shot is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Today, it was announced that Arcade Archives Punk Shot is heading to Nintendo Switch. The title is slated for release tomorrow, May 8.
If you’re into sports, Punk Shot might be for you. The 1990-released title has basketball gameplay, but added to the mix are things like interference and attacks.
Here’s some additional information:
More: Arcade Archives, Hamster
Minecraft 1.21.80 update out now, patch notes – Flat World presets, Filter Profanity toggle, more
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest update for Minecraft is here with version 1.21.80.
Flat World presets are the main new thing, including Classic Flat, Water World, and more. A Filter Profanity toggle is also now available on Nintendo Switch.
The full rundown is as follows:
More: Minecraft, Mojang, title update, Xbox Game Studios
Famitsu review scores – May 7, 2025
Posted on 2 days ago by Cristopher in News, Switch | 0 comments
More: Famitsu, Famitsu scores
Nintendo Switch Online adds F-Zero 99 icons
Posted on 2 days ago by Cristopher in News, Switch | 0 comments
April 23: Nintendo has recently released its 1.6.0 update for F-Zero 99, but it seems the company has added another bonus in tandem with the patch. User icons based on the game are now redeemable for Nintendo Switch Online members.
It is not required to play F-Zero 99 in order to claim these rewards. 12 character icons are up for grabs, as well as 12 backgrounds. Each character icon is redeemable with 10 Platinum Points on My Nintendo, and each background for 5.
More: F-Zero 99, Nintendo Switch Online
Red Death, Null Drifter, Project Starship X getting combined Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Red Art Games today announced Bullet Hell Collection: Volume 2, which is a physical release for Red Death, Null Drifter, and Project Starship X. It will be available on November 7, 2025.
Red Death, Null Drifter, and Project Starship X will all be available on a single cartridge. This marks the first time they’ve been made available physically.
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons to receive Jeff and Abore as free DLC [update: out today]
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
March 17: Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons just announced that Jeff and Abore are coming to the game via DLC. Both will be entirely free.
As of now we’re waiting to hear on all of the details. However, Jeff and Abore will be added to Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons as part of an April content update.
Here’s a bit of information about the two characters:
Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered getting Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 days ago by Carlos in News, Switch | 0 comments
Tomb Raider 4-6 Remastered is getting a physical edition from Limited Run Games, with pre-orders starting on May 13th.
Two editions will be available: standard and a collector’s edition. The collector’s edition includes the Iconic Trapezoid Box, a selected soundtrack, Obscura Painting, lithographs, Lara Croft’s pistols, a metal keychain, Amulet of Horus & Iris enamel pins, in addition to the base game.
You can check out an overview of the collection below.
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game Nintendo Switch physical release confirmed
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
iam8bit, Weta Workshop, and Private Division today revealed plans for a physical release of Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game on Nintendo Switch. Boxed versions will be available starting on July 29, 2025.
The retail release and iam8bit Exclusive Edition includes the game on a cartridge and a 20” x 16” fold-out map of Bywater, allowing fans to admire the charming surroundings and lush countryside. The iam8bit Exclusive Edition adds an idyllic and exclusive book cover O-sleeve. Those who pre-order will receive an official game soundtrack download code.
