Nintendo explains approach to Metroid Prime 4’s difficulty
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Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, has commented on Nintendo’s approach to the game’s difficulty.
In an interview with Nintendo Dream, the Japanese magazine pointed out how this entry feels like more thought was put into the “ease of play”. Tanabe was asked if there was anything that was kept in mind with regard to the overall difficulty, to which he pointed out how the team wanted to appeal to both longtime fan and potential newcomers. That, along with achieving certain goals during development, meant toning down the backtracking a bit in terms of complexity.
We’ve translated Tanabe’s full words are as follows:
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Long Gone Days physical release on the way to Nintendo Switch, pre-orders open
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A physical release is planned for Long Gone Days on Nintendo Switch, Serenity Forge has announced. Fans can look forward to boxed versions in Q2 2026.
Serenity Forge will offer a collector’s edition, which includes the game, a sticker sheet, an art book, luggage tag, CD soundtrack, acrylic chibi standees, and a special box. Of course, a standard copy will be available as well.
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road sales surpass 800,000 copies, next major update announced for this month [update: Ares & Fabled Seed DLC trailer]
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Level-5 has announced Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road has sold over 800,000 copies, releasing a special artwork in commemoration of this milestone. They have also announced that the next major update to the title, will be released on January 28, 2026.
I Hate This Place confirms Nintendo Switch physical release
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As announced by Meridiem today, I Hate This Place will have a physical release on Nintendo Switch. It will be available on April 9, 2026.
The title will be sold in stores as part of the “Elena’s Edition”. Each copy includes the game, a special effect cover, a secret letter from Elena, and an art book.
Famitsu software sales (1/12/26 – 1/18/26) – Top 30
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VGP Switch physical release reprint updates
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VGP – or VideoGamesPlus – has started to make more noise in the video game space over the past few years. While the Canadian retailer has been selling games for awhile, it’s also now become known for restocks of physical releases on Switch. Titles that were generally sold out elsewhere or are hard to come by have been returning at VGP on a regular basis.
Going forward, we’ll be using this post to keep track of Switch physical release reprint / restock updates at VGP. Note that while the retailer is based in Canada, shipping is available in various regions including the United States and the UK. Also, keep in mind that some restocks sell out quickly so you may want to make a move sooner rather than later if you’re interested in a particular game.
Best-selling games of December 2025 in the U.S. on Nintendo platforms
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New data from Circana gives us a look at the best-selling games of December 2025 specifically on Nintendo platforms.
While Metroid Prime 4: Beyond seems to have done decently, it wasn’t enough to overthrow Pokemon. That means the first-person adventure game settles for second with Pokemon taking the very top spot.
Here’s the full list of best-sellers on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch for December 2025:
Nintendo Switch 2 led December sales in the U.S., now at 4.4 million, doubled Switch 1’s performance
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Much has been made of Nintendo Switch 2’s sales during the holiday period, but with the December 2025 Circana U.S. sales report having just been released, it paints a more positive picture.
Last month, Nintendo Switch 2 led the hardware market in both unit and dollar sales. The same also goes for 2025 as a whole. Thanks to that, the console helped offset year-on-year declines across other platforms.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for December 2025 – Metroid Prime 4 debuts in the top 10
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Circana has released a listing of the top ten best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of December 2025.
Nintendo closed out 2025 with a big release, which was Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. In its first month, the game managed to crack the top ten, landing at #7. Pokemon Legends: Z-A is a spot higher at #6. Remember that Nintendo doesn’t report digital data which may impact its rankings.
Here’s a look at the complete list of best-selling games in the U.S. for December 2025:
Bubsy 4D shares release date, confirms physical release
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Bubsy 4D just received its release date, with the game coming to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch on May 22, 2026. Additionally, a physical release has been confirmed with the full game on the cartridge.
Fans will be able to pick up the boxed Pawsome Edition ($40 on Nintendo Switch, $50 for Switch 2). This includes the game, a deluxe box, double-sided poster, booklet, and softcover art book.
