Why we still need Zelda: The Wind Waker HD on Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 1 day ago by Ethan in Features, Switch 2 | 0 comments
For a game that isn’t officially playable on the standard Nintendo Switch in any way, there’s a lot to say about Zelda: The Wind Waker. For years, almost every time a fake Nintendo Direct leak popped up, you’d see The Wind Waker HD and Twilight Princess HD as shoo-in titles. They were both long rumored to come to Nintendo Switch to fill the gap between new Zelda games, but in the end, that didn’t happen. Interestingly enough, though, Nintendo opted to bring the original version of the game to Switch Online exclusively on Switch 2. Even more interesting is that according to a Nintendo representative, this supposedly does not prevent The Wind Waker HD from coming to Switch 2 someday.
With that in mind, I recently played through and 100 percent completed the GameCube version of The Wind Waker recently. Though many of its mechanics are frustrating to work with, the game as a whole has aged remarkably well considering it’s over twenty years old at this point. If you haven’t played either version of the game, it’s not a bad idea to play through the GameCube version. The Nintendo Switch Online port even has save states, which makes it much easier to pick up and play however you like.
[Let’s Talk] August 2025 Indie World Showcase reactions
Posted on 1 day ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Yet another Nintendo presentation happened this week with the August 2025 Indie World Showcase. Across fifteen or so minutes, a ton of different titles were highlighted for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.
One of the big announcements was UFO 50 for Nintendo Switch, which launched that same day. Mina the Hollower, Neverway, OPUS: Prism Peak, Ultimate Sheep Raccoon, and Content Warning were just a few of the titles shown. We have a rundown of everything that was included here.
Did you want this week’s Indie World Showcase? Do you have a personal highlight? Let us know in the comments.
JSAUX Split Protective Case review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 days ago by Ethan in Reviews, Switch 2 | 0 comments
We’ve tested out yet another console grip for Nintendo Switch 2, and this time it’s the JSAUX Split Protective Case. Compared to some of the other options on the market, this case is on the cheaper side – but only in terms of price and not necessarily in terms of design.
From what we’ve seen, the JSAUX grip is one of the more popular ones, alongside the Savage Raven lineup. Unlike the Savage Raven products, however, you can actually remove the Joy-Cons from the Switch 2 console without taking the whole case apart.
Looking at the pros and cons of Mario Kart World, two months later
Posted on 2 days ago by Ethan in Features, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Mario Kart World was the Nintendo Switch 2’s big headlining launch title, and it’s already enjoyed a great deal of financial success so far. Up until now, it’s sold somewhere around 5,630,000 copies – a tremendous number for an all-new console. Things haven’t been smooth sailing for Mario Kart World the whole way through, however – it’s received some criticism and backlash thanks to a couple of odd decisions from Nintendo, and now a good chunk of players have moved on from the game. In other words, Mario Kart World’s “new toy syndrome” has worn off – which has left some players a bit more critical of the game than when it first released.
So today, we’re taking another look at Mario Kart World two months later. How does it hold up? What stands out as its current strengths and weaknesses? We also invite you to share your thoughts with us in the comments down below.
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August 2025 Indie World Showcase live stream
Posted on 3 days ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
With the August 2025 Indie World Showcase beginning shortly, we have a dedicated post for the live stream. It’ll kick off at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
We’re including both the North American and Japanese broadcasts here. The English event will be about 15 minutes long, but Japan’s version is actually a bit longer at about 20 minutes.
[Let’s Talk] July 2025 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase reactions
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The July 2025 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase aired earlier this week, and following the event, we’re interested in hearing about what you thought of the show.
This wasn’t a general Nintendo Direct, meaning the Big N itself wasn’t really present here. We did get to see Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, but that was all. Third-parties did show up with their own announcements – Monster Hunter Stories 3, Octopath Traveler, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Persona 3 Reload, Pac-Man World Re-Pac 2, and Once Upon A Katamari were shown. You can catch up on everything that was featured here.
So what’d you think of the July 2025 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase? What were your highlights? Let us know in the comments.
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Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV Upgrade Pack review
Posted on 1 week ago by Nicholas Serpa in Reviews, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2
Release date: July 24, 2025
Developer: Nintendo Cube
Publisher: Nintendo
Back when I reviewed Super Mario Party Jamboree last year, I called it “biggest and best Mario Party game that Nintendo has made in a very long time. Beyond that, it’s probably my personal favorite in the series; whenever I have friends or family over and we decide to boot up a party game, there’s a very good chance Jamboree will be in the rotation. I was very open to the idea of an enhanced version of the game for the Switch 2, and one that takes advantage of the console’s new features such as mouse controls and the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera with some fresh modes and minigames. Unfortunately, an upgrade that should have been a slam dunk doesn’t bring enough new content or features to justify its own existence as a paid upgrade.
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Why Pokemon Scarlet and Violet feel like new games on Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 1 week ago by Ethan in Features, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Almost three years after their original release, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet have received a performance patch on Nintendo Switch 2. Today, we’re talking all about its improvements.
It’s no secret that things haven’t exactly been smooth sailing for the Pokemon series on Nintendo Switch. The release of Pokemon Sword and Shield saw one of the franchise’s biggest controversies yet – for the first time, a majority of Pokemon were cut and made completely unavailable in the game. That would be somewhat understandable on its own, but the developers went on to explain that those Pokemon were cut so the team could focus on “high-quality animations”. That statement sort of led more “dedicated” Pokemon fans to view the games with increased scrutiny, and the series hasn’t had the same reception since. When Pokemon Scarlet and Violet launched on Nintendo Switch 2, players did notice that the games were ambitious with their new open world – but its implementation drew criticism, and of course the games’ subpar performance and low visual quality were noted as well.
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 review for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 week ago by Elias in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: August 5, 2025
Developer: CyberConnect2
Publisher: Nintendo
Few anime series have ignited the pop culture scene quite like Demon Slayer. With its emotionally charged battle arcs, breathtaking animation, and unforgettable characters, it’s no wonder the franchise has become such a multimedia powerhouse. Now, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 arrives on Nintendo Switch, bringing the next chapter of Tanjiro Kamado’s journey to handheld and hybrid players alike.
Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase live stream – July 2025
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
We have the official July 2025 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase live stream posted here ahead of the big event. Nintendo is kicking off the broadcast at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe. The video will be about 25 minutes long.
Remember that this event is focusing on games from Nintendo’s partners. That means the presentation should be primarily about third-parties – don’t expect to see the next big Zelda title here.
