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Nintendo has just released an update to their Nintendo Store mobile app, that being version 3.1.0. This update should be available for download now, so keep an eye out.

This update brings with it the ability to see search results within the Nintendo Store app. Previously if you used the search function, it would immediately redirect you to the Nintendo website’s results for your search. Strangely enough, selecting a product from the search results will still redirect you to its respective page on the Nintendo website. The ability to zoom in on product images from their in-app details page has also been added.

Here’s the full list of patches:

It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. This week, The Duskbloods and Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park land for the first time.

Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 21 and January 27.

Rollout of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 DLC continues, and next on the docket is Tanjiro Kamado (Infinity Castle). The character is only a few days away with the release date set for February 13.

Tanjiro Kamado (Infinity Castle) is featured in the game’s “Infinity Castle – Part 1 Character Pass”, which includes other characters as well. Those who own the game can also buy individual Character Packs.

Below is a trailer for Tanjiro Kamado (Infinity Castle) in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2:

January 25: It’s taken longer than expected, but Pokemon Legends: Z-A user icons have now arrived on Nintendo Switch Online. They’re available for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch users now.

Typically icons are added to the service around a game’s release. However, we didn’t see anything back in October and things were quiet when the Mega Dimension DLC released.

Mario Tennis Fever opening movie

Nintendo and Camelot have just released the opening movie for Mario Tennis Fever. This will display right when players boot up the game.

For details about the title, read the following overview:

Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate

A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, Potion Permit, Slime Rancher, and more.

Here’s the full roundup:

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Kernel Hearts

Kernel Hearts is appearing on Nintendo Switch, publisher Whitethorn Games and developer Ephemera announced today. They did not share a launch window.

Kernel Hearts is an action RPG and roguelike hybrid with cooperative play. Players will look to ascend the Tower of Babel as they attempt to overthrow God.

Here’s some additional information:

Colorbound

Today, publisher Whitethorn Games and developer Panpipe Studio announced Colorbound for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The game launches later in 2026.

Colorbound is a heartfelt puzzle platformer in which players use the power of color to shape the environment. In the game, players will go on an adventure to reunite Anku with his late grandfather’s band.

Further details can be found in the following overview:

Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of February 8, 2026:

There’s a good amount of downtime happening over the next few days. Nintendo’s current systems – Switch 2 and Switch – along with its older ones – Wii U and 3DS – will all be impacted.

Below is the full Nintendo maintenance schedule for the week of February 8, 2026:


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