Why Donkey Kong ’94 is one of Nintendo’s hidden gems
Posted on 1 month ago by Ethan in Features, Switch | 0 comments
Just a few weeks back, Nintendo added Donkey Kong to the Game Boy division of Nintendo Switch Online for the first time. It was previously available on the 3DS’ Virtual Console back in 2011, and it’s taken well over ten years for us to see the game again. Every time Nintendo has released or re-released Donkey Kong for the Game Boy, it’s pretty much flown under the radar despite including some of their most iconic characters. So today, we’re taking a look at what makes this game so fun even in the modern day. It’s aged very well!
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Colony simulation game Hungry Meem coming to Nintendo Switch this year [update: physical pre-orders]
Posted on 1 month ago by Dawn in News, Switch | 0 comments
January 15: Publisher Drecom have announced that they will be bringing Hungry Meem to Nintendo Switch this year. The colony simulation game will task players with taking care of the titular Meems, mysterious creatures that live beneath the World Tree and are in danger of extinction. No release date was announced.
Check out an overview of the game below, which comes via its Steam page:
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Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes DLC detailed, release dates [update: DLC 3 trailer]
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
February 6: 505 Games today shared more details about upcoming DLC for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, including release dates.
Three pieces of DLC will be dropping in February, March, and April. These story expansion packs expand the story lines of the RPG’s three main characters.
Switch 1 controllers can be used with Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
If you still plan on holding onto your Nintendo Switch 1 products, you might be interested to know that its controllers will be fully compatible with Switch 2, including with its exclusive games.
The Big N shared that news on its website. A note on one page states: “Nintendo Switch controllers can be used wirelessly and are also compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive games, but cannot be used if the games requires features unique to Joy-Con 2, such as mouse controls.”
Video: Zelda: Breath of the Wild – official Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
During today’s Nintendo Treehouse: Live event, official footage was shown that offered a graphics comparison for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on Switch 2 vs. Switch 1.
This is one of the upcoming titles that will have extra bells and whistles on the new console. Aside from an improved resolution, the action is now at 60 frames per second rather than 30. That results in an experience that’s booth smoother and clearer. Especially with the comparison, that’s especially evident. Loading is significant improved as well.
Below is the full comparison for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild on Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1:
Famitsu sales (3/24/25 – 3/30/25)
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Deltarune coming to Nintendo Switch 2 at launch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Deltarune fans have long been waiting for an update, and today’s Nintendo Direct provided the latest information. It’s now confirmed that it’s coming to Nintendo Switch 2 at launch with chapters 3 and 4.
Note that Deltarune is still planned for Nintendo Switch and will be available on the console as well.
Below is an official trailer:
Hashire Hebereke: EX delayed to Spring 2026
Posted on 1 month ago by Cristopher in News, Switch | 0 comments
Announced in 2024 with a planned for a 2025 release, Hashire Hebereke: EX is now set for a Spring 2026 launch window.
Hashire Hebereke: EX is a remake of Hashire Hebereke, a racing game featuring various characters and tracks. The original 1994 game was released on the Super Famicom in Japan only. It was developed by Sunsoft and its remake is being published by Gravity Games Arise. The remake includes new characters, stages, four person online multiplayer, and a new time attack mode.
Famitsu review scores – April 2, 2025
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Rumor: Nintendo Switch Online to receive GameCube games
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
According to a claim from NateTheHate, Nintendo Switch Online will be adding GameCube games at some point.
That information was shared in a new podcast published today. He said that he’s heard about Nintendo’s plans to bring GameCube support to Nintendo Switch Online, which is “a question of when, not if.” While not fully committing to that news being shared during tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct for Switch 2, it’s apparently “very likely”.
