Kirby Air Riders Direct official recap announcement, playable at PAX West 2025
Posted on 4 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Now that today’s Kirby Air Riders Direct has wrapped up, Nintendo has passed along an official recap announcement. A ton of information was shared in the 45-minute presentation, but thanks to the press release, everything is neatly summarized.
Also, this wasn’t covered in the presentation, but we now know that Kirby Air Riders is playable at PAX West 2025. Demos will require a Warp Pipe Pass reservation.
Here’s the full Kirby Air Riders Direct official recap announcement:
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Kirby Air Riders release date now confirmed
Posted on 4 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
During today’s Kirby Air Riders Direct, a release date was given for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game. It will be available on November 20, 2025.
Kirby Air Riders received a blowout of footage, details, and more as part of today’s presentation. It was our first proper look at the title following the original announcement in April.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Kirby Air Riders Direct live stream
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With the Kirby Air Riders Direct beginning soon, we have a new dedicated post for the live stream. The fun begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
As previously confirmed, the broadcast will be about 45 minutes long. Masahiro Sakurai, the game’s director, will act as host and will finally give us our first look at the Nintendo Switch title. Other than that, we don’t have much to go on, but expected a big blowout here.
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Mario Kart World 1.2.1 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 4 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo just released the next update for Mario Kart World with version 1.2.1. All Nintendo Switch 2 owners can download it now.
While the last update was massive, this one is on the other end of the spectrum. Nintendo is addressing a singular issue for its latest patch.
The full rundown is as follows:
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The Touryst: Deluxe revealed for Nintendo Switch 2
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The Touryst is making a return with a brand new Deluxe on Nintendo Switch 2. Shin’en just made the announcement, but is currently deciding on launch timing. We do know it will be exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 upon release.
The title previously came to Nintendo Switch. For the Deluxe release, Shin’en says it’s packing in new content, including a new island and monument, new items and quests, and improved graphics.
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UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025 – Mario Kart World back at #1
Posted on 4 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025 is now available.
Mario Kart World came in second last week, but is back again at #1. Another game that’s moved up slightly is Donkey Kong Bananza, climbing from #4 to #3. Madden NFL 26 also appears at #16.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025:
Shenmue 3 Enhanced announced for Nintendo platforms
Posted on 5 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Shenmue 3 Enhanced is heading to Nintendo platforms, ININ Games and Yu Suzuki just announced. As of now we do not have a release window.
Shenmue 3 Enhanced is an upgraded edition of the adventure game “that stays true to its roots while adding modern improvements.” It will come with overhauled visuals, performance boosts, and quality-of-life updates.
Here’s a rundown of enhancements:
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Kirby Air Riders Direct announced
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A new Kirby Air Riders Direct has just been announced. It will air tomorrow, August 19 at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe. This is confirmed via the Nintendo Today app.
The broadcast will be about 45 minutes long. Information about the Switch 2 game will be shared, but otherwise, Nintendo is letting fans speculate about specifics.
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Pokemon Champions announced for Nintendo Switch, mobile [update: Switch 2, paid version]
Posted on 5 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch 2, Switch eShop | 0 comments
February 27: During a Pokemon Presents presentation today, a brand new game was announced titled Pokemon Champions. It will be available on Nintendo Switch and mobile via iOS and Android.
Pokemon Champions is a new battle-focused game. Connectivity is supported with Pokemon Home, meaning you’ll be able to team up with creatures who’ve joined you in previous titles.
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Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma sales surpass 500,000, special artwork shared
Posted on 5 days ago by Cris-(chito) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma has managed to surpass 500,000 units worldwide. This was announced via the official Rune Factory X account.
Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma was originally announced for Nintendo Switch and Steam, but also received a Switch 2 version. Both versions launched alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, on June 5, 2025.
