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Tales of the Shire A The Lord of the Rings Game trailer

Those interested in Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game can now see the game’s launch trailer. Nintendo Switch owners can grab the title starting today.

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

Nintendo Switch Online SNES button remapping CRT filter

A couple of interesting nuggets have come to light following yesterday’s update for the SNES app on Nintendo Switch Online.

First, a big addition is the inclusion of button mapping. If you’re not liking the setup Nintendo has in place for a particular game, you can change things to your heart’s content. And if you mess something up or change your mind, you can always revert to the default mapping.

Below is a look at the feature:

If you picked up the recently-released Nintendo Switch version of Soma, you might be interested to know that there’s already a big update available that upgrades the experience on Switch 2.

Abylight informed us about a variety of improvements that are already on the console, which are for visuals and performance. The Soma Nintendo Switch update for Switch 2 comes with an improved resolution with a more stable refresh rate, better textures, and reduced loading times. Abylight also says the game “benefits from the handheld console’s screen, offering greater sharpness.”

Below are a couple of comparisons:

Metal Suits physical

After it was initially sold as a digital download, Metal Suits: Counter Attack has now been confirmed for physical release. This one comes from Red Art Games.

500 copies of a Deluxe Edition are planned, with each unit containing the full game with its deluxe sleeve, a double-sided poster, and a metal keychain. Those who miss out can purchase a regular copy.

Asterix & Obelix Mission Babylon

Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon is in development for Nintendo Switch, publisher Microids and developer Balio Studio announced today. The game launches on October 30, 2025.

Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon is a 2D action platformer. This time around, the two characters are going on a mission at the edge of the Parthian Empire to save King Monipehni, who has been poisoned by the nefarious sorcerer Bahmbuhzeli.

Learn more about the game via the following overview:

Shin Megami Tensei V Vengeance sales

2024: Atlus just provided a sales update on the combined sales of Shin Megami Tensei V and Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance. Between the two versions, the RPG has sold over 1.6 million copies worldwide. 

Shin Megami Tensei V originally released only for Switch in November 2021. By April of 2022, Atlus announced that total sales had surpassed 1.6 million copies.

Tetris 99 Donkey Kong Bananza

Nintendo is preparing a 48th Maximus Cup which can provide players with a new Donkey Kong Bananza theme, it’s been announced.

This is actually the first promotion of the Nintendo Switch 2 era. However, the rules are the same as usual. You’ll just need to reach 100 points (higher placement in matches gives more points) in order to unlock the Donkey Kong Bananza theme in Tetris 99. It will have background art, music, and Tetrimino designs based on the title. This goes without saying, but you’ll need a Nintendo Switch Online membership in order to play.

Mario Paint Nintendo Switch Online

As a surprise out of nowhere, Nintendo has just released Mario Paint on Switch Online. 

A big feature is that mouse support is included. You can either use the Joy-Con 2 or a compatible USB mouse. Now that Switch 2 has launched, Nintendo may have felt this was a fitting time to have it ready. A subscription to the Expansion Pack tier is not required, so all Nintendo Switch Online members can access it.

Here’s a brief overview:

Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba The Hinokami Chronicles 2 Infinity Castle Arc Pass Muzan Kibutsuji

SEGA and Aniplex are back with more news for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 with details about what’s happening after launch.

First, an “Infinity Castle Arc Character Pass” will be arriving after release. We also know that series antagonist Muzan Kibutsuji will be available as a playable character in VS Mode via a free update. Specifics about timing will follow later.

Shantae Advance physical

As we get closer to the summer launch of Shantae Advance, the game’s physical release has now been revealed. Limited Run Games is in charge of production.

There are plans to sell a standard version, Classic Edition, and Revolutionary Edition. The Classic Edition offers the game, deluxe holofoil box, soundtrack, and steelbook. The Revolutionary Edition has all of these items as well as six art prints, 50 trading cards, pixel art light, Squid Baron plush, metal retro cart keychain, and individually numbered certificate of authenticity.

Here’s an official overview of the game for those that need a refresher:


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