Sakurai explains why he made Kirby Air Riders
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In today’s Kirby Air Riders Direct, director Masahiro Sakurai gave more background information regarding how the project came to be, including why he made the game.
It turns out that Shinya Takahashi, head of software development at Nintendo and former HAL Laboratory president Satoshi Mitsuhara really wanted to make it happen. Sakurai was busy with DLC for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at the time, but he “managed to complete a written proposal at high speed.”
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Tales of Xillia Remastered announced for Nintendo Switch
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Bandai Namco confirmed speculation today that it’s bringing Tales of Xillia Remastered to Nintendo Switch. We’ll be seeing the RPG’s return on October 31, 2025.
Tales of Xillia has not actually appeared on a Nintendo platform before. Bandai Namco only released it on the PlayStation 3, but now fans on the latest platforms will have an opportunity to go through it – plus there’ll be some enhancements this time around with improved graphics, the ability to toggle encounters, and more.
Kirby Air Riders Direct official recap announcement, playable at PAX West 2025
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Now that today’s Kirby Air Riders Direct has wrapped up, Nintendo has passed along an official recap announcement. A ton of information was shared in the 45-minute presentation, but thanks to the press release, everything is neatly summarized.
Also, this wasn’t covered in the presentation, but we now know that Kirby Air Riders is playable at PAX West 2025. Demos will require a Warp Pipe Pass reservation.
Here’s the full Kirby Air Riders Direct official recap announcement:
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Kirby Air Riders release date now confirmed
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During today’s Kirby Air Riders Direct, a release date was given for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game. It will be available on November 20, 2025.
Kirby Air Riders received a blowout of footage, details, and more as part of today’s presentation. It was our first proper look at the title following the original announcement in April.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Apidya’ Special announced for Nintendo Switch, remake of the 1992 game
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Apidya’ Special is in the works for Nintendo Switch, ININ Games shared today. The title will be available in 2026.
Apidya’ Special marks the return of the 1992 shoot ’em up game. It’s an authentic, 24-bit pixel remake with handcrafted pixels, new content, and features.
Here’s a rundown of what to expect:
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Kirby Air Riders Direct live stream
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With the Kirby Air Riders Direct beginning soon, we have a new dedicated post for the live stream. The fun begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
As previously confirmed, the broadcast will be about 45 minutes long. Masahiro Sakurai, the game’s director, will act as host and will finally give us our first look at the Nintendo Switch title. Other than that, we don’t have much to go on, but expected a big blowout here.
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System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster getting Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Cris-(chito) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nightdive Studios has announced the physical release of System Shock 2: 25th Anniversary Remaster. Limited Run Games will be taking charge, with two editions.
The title will receive a standard version with a bonus booklet included. There will also be a Big Box edition containing a keychain, a double sided poster, a CD soundtrack, and the standard edition, all in a special collector’s box.
Here’s a an overview to refresh you on the title:
Mario Kart World 1.2.1 update out now, patch notes
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Nintendo just released the next update for Mario Kart World with version 1.2.1. All Nintendo Switch 2 owners can download it now.
While the last update was massive, this one is on the other end of the spectrum. Nintendo is addressing a singular issue for its latest patch.
The full rundown is as follows:
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Action platformer SF3RA out on Nintendo Switch this week
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Ratalaika Games is set to release its latest Nintendo Switch game in the form of SF3RA. This one will be available on Friday, August 22.
SF3RA is an action platformer. Players will destroy enemies along with their drone assistant, collect items, and buy new weapons.
Here’s some additional information:
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Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree opening movie [update: guardian trailer #4]
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June 17: Bandai Namco and Brownies uploaded the opening movie for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree. This follows the game’s reveal, which only just took place this month.
Here’s some information about the title shared by the Nintendo eShop listing:
