Nintendo banning Switch 2 owners using MIG Switch cartridge
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo has long taken piracy seriously – including during the Switch era – and that now extends to Switch 2 with reports coming in that the company is banning system owners caught using the MIG Switch cartridge emulator.
With a MIG Switch, one can load up with games obtained through backups of legally purchased games or pirated titles. Although it didn’t initially work with Nintendo Switch 2, that changed following a firmware update.
Mario Kart World player gets to the bottom of how coins work
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One Mario Kart World player has gotten to the bottom of how coins truly work in the game.
At first glance, coins may not seem that important. They can’t take out someone that’s in first place like the Blue Shell or provide an immediate speed boost such as with the Mushroom. Coins do provide a speed boost overall, but it now appears that we have a better understanding of how the whole system works.
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Pokemon veteran loses 1,000 hour save, 20 years of data after Nintendo Switch 2 transfer
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
For years, fans eagerly awaited the arrival of the Nintendo Switch 2, but for some, the transition hasn’t been entirely smooth. A few players are reporting issues involving Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, specifically with save data being lost during the transfer process to the new system.
A post on Reddit brought attention to the situation, with the original poster saying their save file had disappeared after the move. The thread quickly filled with similar stories from others who claim to have faced the same issue. One user, ThatOtaku26, shared that their lost file contained over 1,000 hours of gameplay and included beloved Pokemon carried over from multiple generations, dating back to Pokemon Leaf Green and Pokemon Diamond on the Game Boy Advance and Nintendo DS.
Here’s what they had to say on Reddit:
More: Game Freak, Pokemon, Pokemon Scarlet, Pokemon Violet
Genki Attack Vector grip for Nintendo Switch 2 review
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Ethan in Reviews, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Nintendo Switch (and Nintendo Switch 2) are the most versatile consoles Nintendo has ever released. You can play them docked with any kind of controller you want, or you can opt to play the console in handheld mode to have it with you wherever you go. For me personally, I play just about exclusively in handheld mode – you can sit wherever you want with it, plus being nearsighted makes focusing on a TV kind of difficult after a while. With that in mind, though, holding the Switch 2 by itself for extended periods of time isn’t great – your hands cramp up after a while, which means you really need a grip to make those long gaming sessions easier.
That’s where Genki’s new Attack Vector grip comes in. It promises three swappable styles, an easy fit into the Switch 2 dock, and the ability to detach the Joy-Con controllers even with the grips equipped. Unfortunately, the Attack Vector winds up being more of a liability than an asset – so much so that I went back to using no grip instead of this one.
Prehistoric Gal out on Nintendo Switch this week
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in News, Switch | 0 comments
Ratalaika Games has announced that its latest title, Prehistoric Gal, is arriving on the Nintendo Switch later this week. The game launches digitally on June 20, 2025.
Prehistoric Gal is a retro-inspired platformer that puts players in the shoes of a courageous heroine on a mission through a vibrant prehistoric world. Her goal? To rescue her beloved, facing off against fierce creatures and overcoming environmental challenges along the way.
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Pokemon GO reveals rare item Gold Bottle Cap and Hyper Training
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Pokemon GO today unveiled Gold Bottle Caps, a new rare item that allows players to increase the HP, Attack, and Defense of a Pokemon that is a Good Buddy or higher through Hyper Training. Players will need to complete specific Training Tasks themed to the stats they intend to raise once selected.
Gold Bottle Caps will be included in GO Pass Deluxe: Ancients Recovered starting June 23 at 10 Am to June 29 at 6 PM local time.
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment was initially planned for Nintendo Switch 1
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment was originally planned as a game for the original Nintendo Switch. Yosuke Hayashi, studio head of AAA Studio (Koei Tecmo), revealed that information in a new interview.
Hayashi said that plans for the project shifted midway through the development. He didn’t say what the turning point was, but ultimately Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is now a Nintendo Switch 2 game. Hayashi feels that the move only made the game “more fun” and there were improvements to the amount of enemies on screen as well as the frame rate.
Gearbox CEO comments on $80 price tag: “True fans will pay for games” [update: Borderlands 4]
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in General Nintendo, News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
May 20: With rising concerns about the increasing cost of video games, some players are wondering if future titles will start launching at $80, a price point that’s becoming more common in the current generation. In light of this, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford shared some thoughts on the topic via X (formerly Twitter), especially in relation to Borderlands 4, which has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2.
When asked by a fan whether Borderlands 4 would be priced at $80, Pitchford responded by saying, “If you’re a real fan, you’ll find a way to make it happen.” He added that the final price point is ultimately not his decision, and that it’s likely up to publisher Take-Two Interactive.
More: Borderlands 4, Gearbox, Take-Two
NickToons and the Dice of Destiny reveals Leo from TMNT
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Leo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will be playable in NickToons and the Dice of Destiny, it’s been revealed. The character will have seven unique abilities including Turtle Tornado and Katana Slash.
NickToons and the Dice of Destiny was just recently revealed at Summer Game Fest. SpongeBob SquarePants was previously confirmed for the game.
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct announced for June 18
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
A new Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will air this Wednesday, June 18, Nintendo just announced. The presentation will air at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
News about the Direct was just posted on Nintendo Today, the Big N’s official app for news updates and more. The message only mentions that the event will be about 15 minutes long. We’ll be covering the presentation as it happens and will pass along any notable information that’s shared.
