Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode, Nintendo Switch 2 improvements
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Nintendo just announced a big update for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD with version 1.1.0.
There’s a lot that’s new here, including Dixie Kong and a Turbo Attack mode. Elsewhere, for Nintendo Switch 2 players, the game supports GameChat, improved resolution, and faster load times.
The full rundown is as follows:
Please Be Happy secures Nintendo Switch physical release
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Please Be Happy, which previously came to the Nintendo eShop, is now receiving a physical release on Nintendo Switch. It will be available on March 27, 2026.
Funbox Media will be distributing the title at retail for the first time. Only a standard version will be offered for the visual novel.
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Astral Ascent reveals “The Ravenswatch Sentinel” update
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Astral Ascent is back with another major update, which is known as “The Ravenswatch Sentinel”. It will be available on Nintendo Switch soon.
The update brings Ravenswatch into the celestial realm of the Garden with five legendary figures. There’s also a new room inspired by the aesthetics of the game.
Here’s some additional information:
Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights launch trailer
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Idea Factory has released a launch trailer for Temirana: The Lucky Princess and the Tragic Knights. Just recently, the otome visual novel shipped outside of Japan.
Lots of details can be found in the following Nintendo eShop description:
Fighting Force Collection will have a Nintendo Switch physical release [update: digital release date]
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December 9: We have news about Fighting Force Collection – which was announced last year – as a physical release has now been confirmed. Limited Run Games is handling the production on this one.
Fighting Force Collection will have both a standard version and a deluxe edition. In the latter, you’ll get the game, CD soundtrack, double-sided poster, game case keychains, and an enamel pin.
Koei Tecmo announces Winning Post 10 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch [update: trailer]
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November 20: Koei Tecmo’s long-running Winning Post series is returning with Winning Post 10 2026, which will release on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. Japan is getting it on March 26, 2026.
Winning Post 10 2026 is the latest entry int he hrose racing simulation series. However, this title is notable as it will be the first title on Nintendo Switch 2.
Here’s an official overview:
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Japan’s top 10 best-selling games of 2025 revealed, hardware rankings – Nintendo Switch 2 dominates
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A new report from Famitsu has revealed the best-selling games of 2025 and provides insight into hardware sales. The information is based on data collected between December 30, 2024 and December 28, 2025.
2025 was another strong year for Nintendo in Japan, propped up by Nintendo Switch 2 and some notable games. Mario Kart World was the best-selling title at 2,668,381 copies sold. Pokemon Legends: Z-A wasn’t far behind – it sold a little over 2.5 million units at retail.
The list of ten top best-selling games of 2025 in Japan is as follows:
EDGE #420 review scores – Terminator 2D, Big Hops, more
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The latest EDGE review scores for issue #420 (March 2026 issue) have now been released. A number of Nintendo-related games are covered, including Terminator 2D: No Fate, Big Hops, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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UK software sales chart for the week ending January 17, 2026 – Mario Kart World is #1
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending January 17, 2026 is now available.
Mario Kart World was in second place last week, but is now #1 this time around. Another game that’s moved up is Animal Crossing: New Horizons from #11 to #2. For new releases, The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon is at #16 – the sales split was 80 percent for PS5, 9 percent for Nintendo Switch, 7 percent for Switch 2, and 5 percent for PS4.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending January 17, 2026:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – January 18, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia knocking on the door of #1
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. We’ve seen Pokemon Pokopia move up as of late, and now it’s at second – with just a few votes out of #1.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between December 24 and January 6.
