Nick Reinhart, general manager at PopCap, recently spoke about why the original Plants vs. Zombies is making a comeback after so many years with the upcoming Replanted remaster.

The title is seeing a new release later this year on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. It goes well beyond a port as the team is adding in local co-op and PVP options, the Rest in Peace and Cloudy Day modes, and an art gallery showing previously-unreleased concepts.

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Madden NFL 26 launch trailer – series back on Nintendo platforms with Switch 2 release

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Nintendo and EA are celebrating the launch of Madden NFL 26 on Switch 2 with a new trailer. This is a notable release given that the series has been absent on Nintendo platforms since the Wii U era.

Here’s an official overview:

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First look at Apex Legends on Nintendo Switch 2, mouse controls supported

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

Apex Legends was only just announced for Nintendo Switch 2 last week, but it came out yesterday. We now have a first look with a bunch of footage.

Compared to the experience on Nintendo’s previous console, Apex Legends looks to be significantly improved on Switch 2 from a technical standpoint – which is to be expected. Other outlets should be taking a more in-depth look, but it runs at higher resolution with smoother performance.

Otherwise we have confirmation that mouse controls are supported with the Joy-Con 2. Gyro is included as well if you prefer that.

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Apex Legends details Nintendo Switch 2 frame rate, resolution

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Apex Legends was just announced for Nintendo Switch 2 a few days ago, and now we have details on the technical front with information about frame rate and resolution.

Regarding frame rate, EA says players can experience action “up to 60 FPS, depending on monitor/hardware capability and compatibility”. Resolution is 1920×1080 docked and 1792×1008 in handheld mode.

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EA comments on lack of Battlefield 6 Nintendo Switch 2 version

Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

A big Nintendo Direct was held today, but EA made a splash of its own with a blowout of Battlefield 6 – yet it won’t be on Switch 2. The company has now commented on that decision.

Eurogamer was able to speak with EA executive vice president Vince Zampella about the game. As part of that, Zempella said that the company “doesn’t currently” have plans to bring the title over and that Battlefield Studios is currently focused on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.

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Madden NFL 26 coming to Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Switch 2 trailer]

Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

Madden NFL 26 is heading to Nintendo Switch, EA revealed today. The game launches on August 14, 2025.

Plans for the football franchise on the new console were announced during a Nintendo Direct earlier in the month. However, EA didn’t specify if we’d be getting this year’s main entry or something else entirely.

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EA Sports FC 26 announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch [update: Switch 2trailer]

Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

July 16: EA Sports officially introduced FC 26 today – and for the first time, it’s appearing on Nintendo Switch 2.

The game will be showing up on both of Nintendo’s current systems. Fans will be able to pick it up on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch starting September 26, 2025. Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala are the cover athletes.

Here’s what’s been shared thus far:

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Apex Legends getting Nintendo Switch 2 version

Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments

A native Nintendo Switch 2 version of Apex Legends is in the works, it’s been announced. The game will be available on August 5, 2025.

Apex Legends previously released on Nintendo Switch, but there’ll be upgrades for Switch 2 owners. The title will sport an improved frame rate and resolution.

As a reminder, here’s what the game has to offer:

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Plants vs Zombies Replanted announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch

Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments

After previous leaks, EA officially announced Plants vs Zombies Replanted. The game is planned to arrive for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch on October 23, 2025.

Plants vs Zombies Replanted marks the return of the series’ very first entry. It’s the first time we’re seeing it on a Nintendo platform since the DS days.

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Nintendo Switch rating surfaces for unannounced Plants vs. Zombies Reloaded [update: possible release date]

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

March 18: A new rating has appeared for Plants vs. Zombies Reloaded on Nintendo Switch, which is currently unannounced.

The classification was added to the official database in Brazil. Unfortunately, no description is included as part of the listing. While we basically have nothing here, we can speculate a bit.