The original Octopath Traveler was a milestone game, not only as the first major exclusive JRPG for Nintendo Switch, but also for the genre as a whole. It simultaneously reinvigorated a love in turn-based combat for many lapsed RPG fans, while also creating a visual style that has not only been wildly successful for Square Enix, but for imitators across other major studios and indie publishers. Octopath Traveler spawned not only a sequel title, but other games using the HD-2D style, including – critically for today’s discussion – Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent.

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Nintendo Switch 2 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution

Posted on 4 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Following the launch of Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Nintendo Switch 2, Digital Foundry has taken a closer look at the port with a new technical analysis, which goes over frame rate, resolution, and more. Ubisoft clearer made some changes and cuts here, but it seems the game holds up well – though things aren’t perfect.

Here’s the roundup of details:

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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond 1.1.0 update out now, patch notes

Posted on 7 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is the latest Nintendo game to have a day one update, and that’s with version 1.1.0.

One of the main things here is that the patch adds in proper amiibo support. There have been some notable adjustments as well, including controller vibration for cinematics, a few unlock requirement changes for the “Gallery”, and tweaks for some enemies in Hard Mode.

The full rundown is as follows:

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Tomba 2 coming to Nintendo Switch [update: Switch 2 version]

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June 2024: Tomba 2 is on the way to Switch, Limited Run Games has announced. A release window was not provided.

This follows the original title which is set to appear on Switch this August (read more about that here). As for the sequel, Tomba 2: The Evil Swine Return debuted in 1999 in Japan and 2000 in the west for the original PlayStation.

Here’s a brief overview:

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Bermuda Triangle is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Nintendo Switch

Posted on 8 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2, Switch eShop | 0 comments

Hamster is bringing Bermuda Triangle to Nintendo Switch as its latest Arcade Archives game, the company has announced. It’ll drop tomorrow, December 4.

Bermuda Triangle, a shoot ’em up game, was originally made by SNK. The original release took place in 1987.

Here’s an official overview:

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Famitsu review scores – December 2, 2025 – Kirby Air Riders, Octopath Traveler 0, Metroid Prime 4, more

Posted on 16 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

The latest Famitsu review scores for the week of December 2, 2025 are as follows:

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Video: Metroid Prime 4 Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch comparison

Posted on 16 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments

A new comparison video is now available for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch versions of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

Both are pretty similar. However, Nintendo Switch 2 has advantages with frame rate and resolution. When playing on the new platform, you can experience up to 120 FPS and up to 4K resolution. As previously mentioned, there are Performance and Quality Modes.

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Starsand Island confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2

Posted on 18 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Seed Lab will be bringing Starsand Island to Nintendo Switch 2, the company has announced. It will launch when the game is ready to go in early 2026.

Starsand Island will feature a Quality Mode targeting 45FPS at 1080p resolution and a Performance Mode with 60FPS at 1080p resolution in Performance Mode (both docked and handheld). GameChat during online multiplayer and mouse controls will be supported.

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Mario Kart World 1.4.0 update out now, patch notes – Custom Items, track layout changes, much more

Posted on 19 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Mario Kart World has just received a brand new update with version 1.4.0.

There’s a lot that’s included here, including support for Custom Items in item rules. Some track layouts have been also been changed in Vs. Races and “Race” in online/wireless play.

The full rundown is as follows:

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer

Posted on 23 hours ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments

Ubisoft is celebrating the new Nintendo Switch 2 version of Assassin’s Creed Shadows with a launch trailer. As of today, the action adventure game is out on the console.

Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: