Nintendo Switch Online adds Donkey Kong Bananza icons
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July 16: It’s that time once again: a new Nintendo release comes with the latest set of icons on Switch Online, this time for Donkey Kong Bananza.
The first set is now available, lasting until July 23. Nintendo Switch Online members can spend their Platinum Points on various icons on a weekly basis. New icons will go up every Wednesday (Thursday for those in Europe) until August 13 at 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET.
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Arcade comedy sports game Pro Jank Footy coming to Nintendo Switch
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Today, Powerbomb Games unveiled Pro Jank Footy. The title will be releasing on Nintendo Switch sometime in 2026.
Pro Jank Footy, an over-the-top arcade comedy-sports game that can be played alone or with a friend. The game has over 200 power-ups, “absurd abilities”, and more.
Additional details can be found in the following overview:
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Retro FPS HMUR announced for Nintendo Switch
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Valkyrie Initiative, along with FoxusSexus, today shared the news that HMUR will be appearing on Nintendo Switch. A release window is still being decided.
HMUR is a first-person shooter featuring a mix of “Soviet aesthetics with whacky madness and frantic dynamics of iconic 90s shooters.” Players will need to survive a disaster at a classified Soviet facility while facing hordes of enemies.
Further details can be found in the following overview:
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Deathgasm: The Video Game coming to Nintendo Switch
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Deathgasm: The Video Game is will be released on Nintendo Switch following a Kickstarter campaign.
The campaign was previously held not just for the game, but also for a graphic novel and merch. The $6,600 goal was easily reached, with funds surpassing $30,000.
First look at Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch 2, mouse controls supported
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Apex Legends was only just announced for Nintendo Switch 2 last week, but it came out yesterday. We now have a first look with a bunch of footage.
Compared to the experience on Nintendo’s previous console, Apex Legends looks to be significantly improved on Switch 2 from a technical standpoint – which is to be expected. Other outlets should be taking a more in-depth look, but it runs at higher resolution with smoother performance.
Otherwise we have confirmation that mouse controls are supported with the Joy-Con 2. Gyro is included as well if you prefer that.
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Minecraft 1.21.100 update out now, patch notes
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The latest Minecraft update is here with version 1.21.100. Xbox Game Studios and Mojang Studios issued the patch on Nintendo Switch as well as other platforms.
One of the big things here is the inclusion of copper items. Also included are the latest adjustments, bug fixes, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Martial arts roguelite Karate Survivor heading to Nintendo Switch
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Alawar is putting Karate Survivor on various consoles including Nintendo Switch, the developer announced today. It will be available on August 28, 2025.
Karate Survivor is a martial arts roguelite that channels the power of 80s action movies. Players can fight in various ways, including with their hands and feet, a fish from a grocery store cooler, a lounge chair, and more.
Learn more about what to expect in the following overview:
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Famitsu review scores – August 6, 2025
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D-Day is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch
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D-Day is coming to Nintendo Switch as the latest Arcade Archives game, it’s been announced. A worldwide release is planned for tomorrow, August 7.
Jaleco was behind the original version of D-Day. The game, which first appeared in 1984, is a shoot ’em up title.
A bit of additional information can be found in the following overview:
Game Builder Garage 1.1.1 update out now, patch notes
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Those using Game Builder Garage can now download a new version 1.1.1 update. This is primarily intended for Nintendo Switch 2 players, but it can be downloaded on Switch 1 as well.
The patch notes are light, with Nintendo mentioning that it has addressed “issues with system functionality”. These unspecified problems were occurring on Nintendo Switch 2 only.
The official patch notes are as follows:
