Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 days ago by Richard Ford in Reviews, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2
Release date: February 12, 2026
Developer: RGG Studio
Publisher: SEGA
With Nintendo now a certified home for the Yakuza/Like A Dragon franchise following the releases of Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut, Kiwami and Kiwami 2, Switch 2 players get to experience a new adventure in the series day-and-date with other console users for the first time. This is thanks to RGG’s latest remake title Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties, a shiny new version of the early PS3 title Yakuza 3 with a brand new campaign added onto the package. Seen as a bit of a black sheep in the franchise for taking a less action-focused story in favor of a slower, more character driven plot, for me personally it is my favorite entry. The reaction to the announcement of this remake was mixed to say the least, but I was super excited to play a cleaner, more polished version of a game I was already fond of. There’s quite a lot to unpack here, so let’s start with the plot.
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Video: Monster Hunter Stories 3 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Xbox Series S vs. PS5 graphics comparison
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection has been given a new graphics comparison video for its Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series S, and PS5 versions. This is based on the new demo that just debuted a few days ago.
Right now the main concern with the Nintendo Switch 2 version is the game’s frame rate. Performance isn’t a massive issue when docked, but in portable mode, there are more drops below 30 FPS – hopefully a patch will tidy things up. It is worth noting that on Nintendo Switch 2, the frame rate is more stable compared to Xbox Series S when docked. The frame rate isn’t really perfect on any platform due to a lack of a cap.
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MIO: Memories in Orbit 1.2 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
MIO: Memories in Orbit has come out with its first post-launch update, which is version 1.2.
The patch features quality-of-life improvements, gameplay and balance tweaks, and various bug fixes. As part of this, the team has made a few difficulty changes and level design adjustments.
The full rundown is as follows:
UK software sales chart for the week ending February 7, 2026 – Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined debuts in the top five
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending February 7, 2026 is now available.
Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined was one of the new games that debuted last week, and manages to enter the top five – specifically at #4. The platform breakdown was 38 percent for the PS5 version, 37 percent for Nintendo Switch 2, 22 percent for Switch, and 3 percent for Xbox Series.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending February 7, 2026:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – February 8, 2026 – The Duskbloods, Mario Wonder for Nintendo Switch 2 make first appearance
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. This week, The Duskbloods and Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park land for the first time.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 21 and January 27.
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Pokemon Legends: Z-A icons added to Nintendo Switch Online
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
January 25: It’s taken longer than expected, but Pokemon Legends: Z-A user icons have now arrived on Nintendo Switch Online. They’re available for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch users now.
Typically icons are added to the service around a game’s release. However, we didn’t see anything back in October and things were quiet when the Mega Dimension DLC released.
Mario Tennis Fever opening movie released
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo and Camelot have just released the opening movie for Mario Tennis Fever. This will display right when players boot up the game.
For details about the title, read the following overview:
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Roguelike action RPG Kernel Hearts on the way to Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Kernel Hearts is appearing on Nintendo Switch, publisher Whitethorn Games and developer Ephemera announced today. They did not share a launch window.
Kernel Hearts is an action RPG and roguelike hybrid with cooperative play. Players will look to ascend the Tower of Babel as they attempt to overthrow God.
Here’s some additional information:
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Nintendo pre-order updates – February 8, 2026 – Adventures of Elliot, Digimon, Disney Afternoon Collection, Indiana Jones, Tales of Arise, more
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
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Colorbound, a heartfelt puzzle platformer, announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Today, publisher Whitethorn Games and developer Panpipe Studio announced Colorbound for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The game launches later in 2026.
Colorbound is a heartfelt puzzle platformer in which players use the power of color to shape the environment. In the game, players will go on an adventure to reunite Anku with his late grandfather’s band.
Further details can be found in the following overview:
