Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch file sizes – MIO: Memories in Orbit, Big Hops, more
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Listings on the eShops provide file sizes for a bunch of Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch games. These include MIO: Memories in Orbit, Big Hops, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Nintendo pre-order updates – January 4, 2026
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Pokemon Legends Arceus vs. Legends Z-A – comparison and deciding which is better
Posted on 10 hours ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Pokemon franchise has had a rocky few years, to say the least. Pokemon Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl, Scarlet, and Violet all launched with shockingly poor optimization and performance, respectively, which understandably wound up damaging the franchise’s reputation. That said, things haven’t been all bad for Pokemon – Pokemon Legends: Arceus was by far and away the best-received Pokemon game on Nintendo Switch, and despite the recent backlash towards Pokemon Legends: Z-A that has become typical for the series, it’s been received very well too.
They say comparison is the thief of joy – but that phrase is tossed out the window when it comes to video games, because comparison is the foundation of most discussion around games these days. So today, we’re comparing Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Pokemon Legends: Z-A to decide which one comes out on top. We’ll be looking at three categories: gameplay, presentation, and story. Do note that we’ll be discussing story spoilers for both games, so keep that in mind before you continue.
Ark Survival Ascended “in active development” for Nintendo Switch 2
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Ark Survival Ascended hasn’t been officially announced for Nintendo Switch 2, but there’s a good chance that a port will eventually release.
In a new interview, Studio Wildcard co-founder and development director Jeremy Stieglitz said the game is in “active development” for Nintendo’s console and it’s something the team is “currently exploring”. While it wouldn’t have been possible previously, thanks to Unreal Engine 5.7, big improvements have been made that makes the system is a more realistic target. Studio Wildcard has been on Unreal Engine 5.5, but is “already working on upgrading to Unreal Engine 5.7 and we expect to have that out by the end of March 2026.”
Stieglitz told PGamesN:
Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Posted on 14 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Electric Airship and Starseed Games have come through with a release date for Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass. The game hits Nintendo Switch on February 5, 2026.
Jimmy and the Pulsating Mass, a Japanese-style RPG, was confirmed for Nintendo Switch last year. When it heads to the platform, it’ll include new levels, enhanced visuals, a new font, CRT filter, expert difficulty mode, new enemies, and more.
Those that need a refresher on the title can check out the following overview:
Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts – January 4, 2026 – Donkey Kong Bananza starts new streak
Posted on 18 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The latest Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of January 4, 2026 are now available.
Donkey Kong Bananza made it to the top again last week, and is now starting up a new streak as it’s held on to the same spot again. That’s the main point of business this time around as there isn’t any other major activity.
Below are the full Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of January 4, 2026:
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Nintendo and Koei Tecmo explain how Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment came to be
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment producers Yosuke Hayashi and Ryota Matsushita recently spoke about the origins of the game, explaining how it came to be.
Rather than Nintendo approaching Koei Tecmo, it was actually the other way around. Hayashi and Matsushita both felt that the Imprisoning War would make be a good fit for a Warriors title. Nintendo had its own interest in making it happen, with Tears of the Kingdom director Hidemaro Fujibayashi wanting to make something happen, but Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma wanted Koei Tecmo to reach out.
Hayashi, Matsushita, and Aonuma said the following in a 4Gamer interview:
Grid Legends will have graphics options on Nintendo Switch 2, NSO GameCube controller support
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Feral Interactive has shared more details about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 version of Grid Legends, revealing plans for graphical modes and GameCube controller support.
Not only will there be specific modes for docked play, but also handheld use. When playing on TV, modes will be available for frame rate / graphical preference. Then in handheld mode, there’ll be “Balanced” and “Battery Saver” presets.
Feral Interactive said the following during a recent Reddit AMA:
Looking back at and reviewing Nintendo’s 2025 – Switch 2 launch, every major game, and more
Posted on 1 day ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
2025 was a huge year for Nintendo, to say the least. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the Nintendo Switch 2 for what feels like a lifetime – this even dates back to 2020 and 2021 with the then-endless “Switch Pro” rumors. But now, Nintendo Switch 2 is finally here, and it’s already cemented itself as one of the fastest-selling video game consoles of all time. Nintendo released a fair number of exclusives this year as well, including big titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, among many others. Given that 2025 is coming to an end, we figured it’s a better time than ever to take a look back at one of Nintendo’s busiest years. So today, we’re recounting Nintendo Switch 2’s reveal, its launch, and going over and reviewing every major Switch and Switch 2 game released this year.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – January 3, 2026 – another new #1 this week
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The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of January 3, 2026 are now available.
We have a different #1 again, which is Super Mario Party Jamboree. The game likely received a renewed push as a good game for the holidays. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was on top last week, but moves down to #2.
Below are the full Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of January 3, 2026:
