Nintendo says it has no plans to use game-key cards for its own Switch 2 games
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There’s good news for collectors today as Nintendo confirmed in a statement that it’s not planning on using game-key cards for its first-party releases on Switch 2.
This backs up what we’ve started to see from the company thus far. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza were already confirmed to have all of their data on the cartridge. The same also goes for the company’s Nintendo Switch 2 Editions such as Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
Famitsu software sales (5/5/25 – 5/11/25) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Tokimeki Memorial: Forever With You Emotional – 21,032 / NEW
2. [NSW] Minecraft – 8,653 / 3,883,894
3. [NSW] Super Mario Party Jamboree – 8,370 / 1,294,529
4. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 6,295 / 6,323,630
5. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 4,589 / 8,123,824
6. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 3,321 / 5,756,689
7. [PS5] Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – 3,254 / 13,079
8. [NSW] Donkey Kong Country Returns HD – 3,063 / 264,749
9. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Violet – 2,934 / 5,560,368
10. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports – 2,923 / 1,582,888
Nintendo reveals full details on its free Switch 1 to Switch 2 upgrades [update: Pokemon screenshots]
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May 15: Nintendo has just come with full details on how it plans to update a variety of Nintendo Switch 1 games with upgrades on Switch 2.
Twelve games will be getting free patches at launch. Improvements depend on the specific title, but we’ll be seeing things like HDR support, improved frame rates, GameShare functionality, and more.
Below is the full rundown:
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Nintendo Switch 2 supports variable refresh rate (VRR) [update: only in handheld mode]
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April 2: One tidbit that may have gone under the radar regarding Nintendo Switch 2 is that the system will support variable refresh rate (VRR).
Nintendo notes that VRR “helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.” Arcade Archives Ridge Racer 2 is one title that has specifically mentioned making use of the tech.
EDGE #411 review scores
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The latest EDGE review scores for issue #411 (July 2025 issue) have now been released. A few Nintendo Switch games are covered for the month, including I, Robot.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Rumor: Red Dead Redemption 2 coming to Nintendo Switch 2
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According to new reports, Red Dead Redemption 2 will be finding its way to Nintendo Switch 2.
Gamereactor published its report today, which is based on sources close to Rockstar. Nintenduo has also heard the same.
Vertical pinball adventure Pinball Spire out on Nintendo Switch this month
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indie.io and Tom Voros of Apparition Games are planning a Nintendo Switch version of Pinball Spire that’s coming very soon. Along with the console announcement, we have a release date of May 29, 2025.
Pinball Spire is a vertical pinball adventure. It mixes precision pinball mechanics, platforming puzzles, and retro flair.
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Killer Instinct Gold has just joined Nintendo Switch Online
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Another N64 classic has just appeared on Nintendo Switch Online with Killer Instinct Gold being made available. Note that you need to be subscribed to the service’s Expansion Pack tier in order to access the game.
Rare originally made Killer Instinct Gold way back in 1996. The fighter is based on the arcade game Killer Instinct 2.
For more information, read the following overview:
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Take-Two is a “big believer” in Switch 2, says Nintendo is aiming to be more supportive with third-parties
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Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has commented again on Nintendo Switch 2, stating that the company is a “big believer” in the console.
We’ve already seen Take-Two commit to releasing four titles on the console. Borderlands 4, Civilization 7, NBA 2K, and WWE 2K will all be releasing at some point. Depending on how things go, perhaps we could seen even more support.
Garten of Banban 0 comes to Nintendo Switch
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Another Garten of Banban just landed on Nintendo Switch with Feardemic publishing Garten of Banban 0 today. You can grab it now as a digital download.
Garten of Banban 0 lets players experience the origins of Banban’s Kindergarten. It carries on the horror formula of Euphoric Brothers’ previous titles.
Here’s an official overview:
