Disgaea 7 previously came to Nintendo Switch a few years back. But now on Nintendo Switch 2, players will be getting with original game and all previously-released DLC, along with new stories, characters, and more.

Here’s an official overview for those that need a refresher:

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Nintendo Switch Online SNES app now supports button mapping, CRT filter updated

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A couple of interesting nuggets have come to light following yesterday’s update for the SNES app on Nintendo Switch Online.

First, a big addition is the inclusion of button mapping. If you’re not liking the setup Nintendo has in place for a particular game, you can change things to your heart’s content. And if you mess something up or change your mind, you can always revert to the default mapping.

Below is a look at the feature:

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Open-world survival horror game I Hate This Place announced for Nintendo Switch [update: gameplay trailer]

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March 20: Broken Mirror Game, in collaboration with Skybound Entertainment, today announced I Hate This Place. The game launches in Q4 2025 for Nintendo Switch.

I Hate This Place is an open-world survival horror game. Bloober Team is setting up a new horror label, and this project will be a part of it.

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Soma for Nintendo Switch gets big update for Switch 2 players

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If you picked up the recently-released Nintendo Switch version of Soma, you might be interested to know that there’s already a big update available that upgrades the experience on Switch 2.

Abylight informed us about a variety of improvements that are already on the console, which are for visuals and performance. The Soma Nintendo Switch update for Switch 2 comes with an improved resolution with a more stable refresh rate, better textures, and reduced loading times. Abylight also says the game “benefits from the handheld console’s screen, offering greater sharpness.”

Below are a couple of comparisons:

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Metal Suits: Counter Attack confirms Nintendo Switch physical release

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After it was initially sold as a digital download, Metal Suits: Counter Attack has now been confirmed for physical release. This one comes from Red Art Games.

500 copies of a Deluxe Edition are planned, with each unit containing the full game with its deluxe sleeve, a double-sided poster, and a metal keychain. Those who miss out can purchase a regular copy.

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Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon announced for Nintendo Switch

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Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon is in development for Nintendo Switch, publisher Microids and developer Balio Studio announced today. The game launches on October 30, 2025.

Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon is a 2D action platformer. This time around, the two characters are going on a mission at the edge of the Parthian Empire to save King Monipehni, who has been poisoned by the nefarious sorcerer Bahmbuhzeli.

Learn more about the game via the following overview:

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Shin Megami Tensei V / Vengeance sales surpass 1.6 million copies [update: 2 million]

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2024: Atlus just provided a sales update on the combined sales of Shin Megami Tensei V and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. Between the two versions, the RPG has sold over 1.6 million copies worldwide.

Shin Megami Tensei V originally released only for Switch in November 2021. By April of 2022, Atlus announced that total sales had surpassed 1.6 million copies.

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Tetris 99 announces 48th Maximus Cup with Donkey Kong Bananza theme

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Nintendo is preparing a 48th Maximus Cup which can provide players with a new Donkey Kong Bananza theme, it’s been announced.

This is actually the first promotion of the Nintendo Switch 2 era. However, the rules are the same as usual. You’ll just need to reach 100 points (higher placement in matches gives more points) in order to unlock the Donkey Kong Bananza theme in Tetris 99. It will have background art, music, and Tetrimino designs based on the title. This goes without saying, but you’ll need a Nintendo Switch Online membership in order to play.

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Mario Paint gets surprise Nintendo Switch Online release, features mouse controls

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As a surprise out of nowhere, Nintendo has just released Mario Paint on Switch Online.

A big feature is that mouse support is included. You can either use the Joy-Con 2 or a compatible USB mouse. Now that Switch 2 has launched, Nintendo may have felt this was a fitting time to have it ready. A subscription to the Expansion Pack tier is not required, so all Nintendo Switch Online members can access it.

Here’s a brief overview:

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Donkey Kong Bananza player beats the game with 0 bananas collected

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Donkey Kong Bananza has tons of bananas to collect throughout its many layers, but one players has done what most probably haven’t – which is obtaining zero of them.

Akfamilyhome shared the feat on social media. At this point this is the first time we’re hearing about a player beating Donkey Kong Bananza with 0 bananas collected (at least in terms of sharing that accomplishment online and having it be widely recognized).