Tetris 99 updated to version 2.6.0, patch notes
Posted on 1 day ago by Cris-(chito) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has released a good number of updates tonight, with another now being Tetris 99 at version 2.6.0. Players should be able to update their software to the latest version now.
Admittedly, this is a pretty boring update, with Nintendo’s classically vague descriptors of improvements. The big N just tells us the game is now “more comfortable to play”.
More: Tetris 99, title update
Pokemon Legends Z-A 2.0.1 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Pokemon Legends: Z-A has gone live with a new update, which is version 2.0.1. This is for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch versions of the game.
A few adjustments have been made regarding item acquisition such as the ability to buy multiple Berries at once and increasing the maximum number of Mega Shards that can be carried from 999 to 9,999. Additionally, some issues have been addressed with the Mega Dimension DLC.
The full rundown is as follows:
Metroid Prime 4 is the last Nintendo game from producer Kensuke Tanabe, game imagined as first part of Sylux saga
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
According to Metroid Prime 4: Beyond producer Kensuke Tanabe, this will be the final game he’ll make for Nintendo.
In an interview with Japanese magazine Nintendo Dream, Tanabe indicated that he’s on the verge of retirement. With Metroid Prime 4, he knew it would be his last chance to make a Metroid Prime title and one featuring Sylux.
More: Metroid Prime 4, Retro Studios, top
Donkey Kong Country Returns HD 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes – Dixie Kong, Turbo Attack mode, Nintendo Switch 2 improvements
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
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 GameShare, improved resolution, and faster load times.
The full rundown is as follows:
Please Be Happy secures Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
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.
More: Funbox Media
Astral Ascent reveals “The Ravenswatch Sentinel” update
Posted on 2 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
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
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
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]
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
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:
More: Koei Tecmo, Winning Post 10 2026
Japan’s top 10 best-selling games of 2025 revealed, hardware rankings – Nintendo Switch 2 dominates
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
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:
