PowerA released tons of controllers for Nintendo Switch over the years with various designs, and the company is gearing up for its first Switch 2 products – which come with a unique wrinkle that they’ll feature Hall Effect sticks.

Before Nintendo announced its new system, there was talk that the company would be incorporation the use of Hall Effect to prevent Joy-Con drift. Unfortunately though, that turned out to be incorrect. While Nintendo says it made improvements to its controllers on Switch 2, it was confirmed a few weeks back that they don’t have Hall Effect sticks.

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Borderlands 4 getting official art book, pre-orders open

Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Gamers anticipating the release of Borderlands 4 might be interested to hear that an official art book is on the way. Retailer listings are now starting to appear, which indicate that it’s planned for September 30, 2025.

Dark Horse is behind the new book, which will have over 200 pages to comb through. Aside from a collection of art, the book features commentary chronicling the development of Borderlands 4.

Here’ the official product description:

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Architect Life: A House Design Simulator release date set for June, new trailer [update: delay]

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February 19: Nacon and Shine Research gave another update on Architect Life: A House Design Simulator today by confirming the release date. It’ll be out for Nintendo Switch on June 5, 2025.

It’s been just under a year since the game was first revealed for Nintendo’s current console. Only a general 2025 release window was given at the time, so it’s good to have a final date.

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Ashwood Valley, farming game with a magical twist, announced for Nintendo Switch [update: release date]

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February 25: Today, RedDeerGames announced Ashwood Valley as another upcoming project for Nintendo Switch. The title launches later in 2025.

Ashwood Valley is a pixel art farming game with a magical twist. Throughout the adventure, you’ll play as a kid trying to save their sibling from being permanently transformed into a fluffy feline.

RedDeerGames provided the following details:

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Laika: Aged Through Blood set for Nintendo Switch physical release

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Today, Super Rare Games revealed its latest physical release for Nintendo Switch, which is Laika: Aged Through Blood.

3,000 standard copies are planned along with 1,000 Deluxe Edition units. The Deluxe Edition includes a 32-page softcover art book, Laika enamel pin, deck of 52 playing cards, A3 poster, A6 sticker sheet, full-color manual and Super Rare Games sticker, and full set of trading cards (includes the rare shiny card).

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Multiplayer party game Splatterbot heading to Nintendo Switch

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Today, Hey Kookaburra announced its upcoming game Splatterbot for Nintendo Switch. We’ll be seeing it sometime in Q3 2025 – an exact date will be provided later.

Splatterbot is a multiplayer party game with support for up to four players locally. In the game, you’ll compete to cover the arena in as much of their own mess as possible.

Learn more in the following overview:

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Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition video shows Nintendo Switch 2 mouse controls

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Koei Tecmo has shared a new video today showcasing fresh gameplay details for Nobunaga’s Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. The footage features commentary from the game’s developers and highlights the newly added mouse support, giving players a closer look at how the feature works on the upcoming system.

Originally released in 2023, Awakening CE is set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5. In addition to mouse functionality, the updated version will include new content to the Nintendo Switch 2 release.

Players can look forward to: six new scenarios, including “The Birth of Nobunaga.”, Decisive Battles between major clans, new traits for generals, all previously released DLC included and support for 4K resolutionand enhanced graphics.

Here’s an official overview:

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Nintendo Download – May 22, 2025 (North America) – Cookie Clicker, Onimusha 2 remaster, more

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It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of May 22, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Cookie Clicker, the Onimusha 2 remaster, and more.

Here’s the full roundup: