It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. A few titles are here for the first time, including Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Street Fighter 6.

Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between April 23 and May 6.

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[Interview] Shin’en on the making its Nintendo Switch 2 launch exclusive Fast Fusion

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History seems to be repeating itself as Shin’en is returning for the launch of a Nintendo console with a new racing game. Back in 2017, Fast RMX came to Nintendo Switch. The studio is now preparing for the imminent debut of Fast Fusion on Nintendo Switch 2.

To learn more about the game – including the new fusion mechanic – and the project’s development, we spoke with Shin’en CEO Manfred Linzner. You can read our full discussion below.

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Nintendo explains why it chose Mario Kart World as its Switch 2 launch game

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When Nintendo Switch 2 launches in just a few weeks, Mario Kart World will be there right alongside it. Nintendo has now spoken about the decision to tie the two together.

In a recent interview, Nintendo’s senior vice president of product development Nate Bihldorff spoke about how Mario Kart World is “one of the most broadly accessible games possible.” Also, anyone can easily get into the game, but it also has a high skill ceiling – meaning it’s very appealing to both hardcore and casual players.

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Shin’en says Nintendo Switch 2 power allowed for new rendering tech in Fast Fusion, talks implementing GameShare

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Speaking in an interview with Nintendo Everything, Shin’en CEO Manfred Linzner revealed that the team is using “completely new rendering tech” in its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 launch game Fast Fusion.

Linzner was talking about the capabilities of the console when that tidbit was shared. “It’s amazing how much power you can get out of a device that also works as a handheld,” he said. And because of that power, we should be seeing a better looking title compared to the studio’s Switch 1 launch title Fast RMX. Linzner told us that compared to that game, Fast Fusion will have a world that’s “much more alive and beautiful.”

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The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories

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With the Nintendo Switch 2 finally launching in less than a month on June 5, we figured now’s a great time to list off some of the best accessories you can get for the console. We’ve gathered a big list storage, console grips, accessories, controllers, peripherals, games, and more – so if you’re looking to deck out your Switch 2 before you even get it, you’ve come to the right place.

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Nintendo says it has no plans to use game-key cards for its own Switch 2 games

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There’s good news for collectors today as Nintendo confirmed in a statement that it’s not planning on using game-key cards for its first-party releases on Switch 2.

This backs up what we’ve started to see from the company thus far. Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza were already confirmed to have all of their data on the cartridge. The same also goes for the company’s Nintendo Switch 2 Editions such as Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.

Nintendo reveals full details on its free Switch 1 to Switch 2 upgrades [update: Pokemon screenshots]

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May 15: Nintendo has just come with full details on how it plans to update a variety of Nintendo Switch 1 games with upgrades on Switch 2.

Twelve games will be getting free patches at launch. Improvements depend on the specific title, but we’ll be seeing things like HDR support, improved frame rates, GameShare functionality, and more.

Below is the full rundown:

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Nintendo Switch 2 supports variable refresh rate (VRR) [update: only in handheld mode]

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April 2: One tidbit that may have gone under the radar regarding Nintendo Switch 2 is that the system will support variable refresh rate (VRR).

Nintendo notes that VRR “helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.” Arcade Archives Ridge Racer 2 is one title that has specifically mentioned making use of the tech.

Rumor: Red Dead Redemption 2 coming to Nintendo Switch 2

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According to new reports, Red Dead Redemption 2 will be finding its way to Nintendo Switch 2.

Gamereactor published its report today, which is based on sources close to Rockstar. Nintenduo has also heard the same.

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Take-Two is a “big believer” in Switch 2, says Nintendo is aiming to be more supportive with third-parties

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Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick has commented again on Nintendo Switch 2, stating that the company is a “big believer” in the console.

We’ve already seen Take-Two commit to releasing four titles on the console. Borderlands 4, Civilization 7, NBA 2K, and WWE 2K will all be releasing at some point. Depending on how things go, perhaps we could seen even more support.