Metroid Prime 4 is the last Nintendo game from producer Kensuke Tanabe, game imagined as first part of Sylux saga
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According to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond producer Kensuke Tanabe, this will be the final game he’ll make for Nintendo.
In an interview with Japanese magazine Nintendo Dream, Tanabe indicated that he’s on the verge of retirement. With Metroid Prime 4, he knew it would be his last chance to make a Metroid Prime title and one featuring Sylux.
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Bubblegum Galaxy confirmed for Nintendo Switch
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Astrolabe Games, along with Smarto Club, have confirmed that Bubblegum Galaxy will be appearing on Nintendo Switch. Look for it on March 12, 2026.
Bubblegum Galaxy is a family-friendly hex-tile building game with a PSX-inspired low-poly art style. The game lets players craft vibrant planets, interact with quirky office co-workers, and uncover the playful mysteries of an unexpectedly deleted galaxy.
Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club coming to Nintendo Switch 2
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GameMill is planning a new Nintendo Switch 2 version of Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club, the company just announced. Currently we’re waiting to hear on launch timing.
Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club previously came to the original Nintendo Switch, but this upcoming version doesn’t seem to be a Switch 2 Edition – meaning there may not be an upgrade path. Additionally, there’ll be a physical release, but as a game-key card.
Check out the following details about the game:
Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
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THQ Nordic, alongside developer Quantumfrog, has announced the release date for its new game Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King. The title is set to launch on March 5.
Pumuckl is the iconic red-haired “kobold” from the long-running German children’s series Meister Eder und sein Pumuckl, which originally debuted back in 1961. In recent years, the character has returned to the spotlight thanks to the TV series Neue Geschichten vom Pumuckl, as well as the feature film Pumuckl and the Big Misunderstanding.
Pumuckl and the Crown of the Pirate King brings the mischievous character to a brand-new adventure, combining classic platforming elements with a lighthearted narrative inspired by the franchise’s charm and humor.
Roguelike deckbuilder Mechborn announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Curve Games and Turtle Juice have today unveiled Mechborn, which will be released on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The project will debut in late 2026.
Mechborn is a roguelike deckbuilder. In light of a Kaiju assault, players will need to protect Earth and her colonies.
Tons of additional details can be found in the following overview:
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Ratcheteer DX confirms Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
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The final release date was just announced for Ratcheteer DX, a lo-fi but grand pixel art action adventure experience. It’s planned for March 5, 2026 on Nintendo Switch.
Ratcheteer DX was previously confirmed for the console last summer. While we knew it was lined up for this year, now we have a proper date.
Those that missed our previous coverage can check out the following overview:
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Nintendo Switch 2 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
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The next big third-party port is almost here on Nintendo Switch 2 with Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade, and now Digital Foundry has offered technical insight with various details including frame rate and resolution.
Overall it looks like Square Enix delivered a very solid port here. The game seems to be an improvement over the PS4 version and in some regards it’s comparable to the PS5 release.
Here’s the roundup of tidbits:
Labyrinth Runner is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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For its latest Arcade Archives release, Hamster has announced Labyrinth Runner. The game will be available tomorrow, January 22, for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
Labyrinth Runner, which came out in 1988, was originally made by Konami. The shooter has players going on a mission to rescue the kidnapped Princess Papaya.
Here’s an official overview:
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Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties demo announced
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Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties is set to receive a demo on Nintendo Switch 2 in just a couple of days. Nintendo Switch 2 players can grab it on January 22, SEGA has confirmed.
The demo for Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties will let players experience both sides of the package. As of now we’re waiting on further details.
SEGA has provided the following information:
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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode, Nintendo Switch 2 improvements
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Nintendo just announced a big update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD with version 1.1.0.
There’s a lot that’s new here, including Dixie Kong and a Turbo Attack mode. Elsewhere, for Nintendo Switch 2 players, the game supports GameShare, improved resolution, and faster load times.
The full rundown is as follows:
