Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds getting open beta on Nintendo Switch, full details [update: trailer]
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August 19: Tying in with Gamescom 2025, SEGA announced an open beta for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds across all platforms, including Nintendo Switch. It will run between starting on August 28 at 9:01 PM PT / August 29 at 12:01 AM ET, lasting until September 1 at 8:59 PM PT / 11:59 PM ET.
In the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds open beta, players will have access to twelve Sonic characters and sixteen courses (nine main courses and seven CrossWorlds). There’ll also be 42 gadgets to choose from. You’ll be able to race against other players worldwide, and SEGA is also teasing “a couple of surprises”.
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance launch trailer – SEGA’s classic franchise returns on Nintendo Switch
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is starting to launch, and to celebrate, a new launch trailer has come in. The action platformer made in collaboration with developer Lizardcube can be accessed now via the Deluxe Edition.
We’ve got more information about it in the following overview:
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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds modes detailed
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
SEGA continues to drop news for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and the company has now passed along a recap of game modes. Other features are covered as well, including the Rival System, local co-op, and cross-play.
The full rundown is as follows:
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Shinobi: Art of Vengeance to feature Sonic’s Dr. Eggman and more in SEGA Villains DLC
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
SEGA has made an interesting announcement about Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, as the game is revealed to be getting Dr. Eggman DLC. Of course, the character stems from Sonic the Hedgehog.
Dr. Eggman will be featured in the SEGA Villains Stage along with two other mystery characters. It’s unclear what exactly will be included here, but the DLC is planned for early 2026. We should have more details when we’re closer to release.
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First images released from Sonic Mania 2 prototype
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Sonic Mania 2 never came to be, but a first look at the prototype has now been revealed with new images.
Director Christian Whitehead posted a few shots on social media. These images were shared in celebration of the game’s eighth anniversary.
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 launch trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A fresh launch trailer is available for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2. With the game, players journey as Tanjiro Kamado and face off against evil demons in key moments from the “Entertainment District Arc,” “Swordsmith Village Arc,” and “Hashira Training Arc”.
Those looking for more details about the game can read the following overview:
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds reveals Aqua Forest track
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
Another track reveal for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, and today, SEGA showed off Aqua Forest. A clip of the stage was shown off on social media.
We’ve seen plenty of forest tracks in racers before, but SEGA indicates that this one is like a rollercoaster through the forest. The company also teased: “Nail your timing on the water jumps and something special awaits…”
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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 review for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 3 months ago by Taioh 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.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance demo out today
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new demo for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is arriving today, SEGA has announced. This comes ahead of next month’s launch.
The demo can be downloaded via the game’s official Nintendo eShop listing. With it, players can explore the first stage of the game, Oboro Village, battling enemies and traversing platforming obstacles through hand-drawn environments. After that, they can aim for the highest score in Arcade Mode and uncover hidden paths. Also worth noting, the demo unlocks certain gameplay abilities that are normally obtained later in the full game.
Here’s some information about the title:
Yakuza Kiwami 2, Yakuza Kiwami coming to Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Yakuza Kiwami 2 is receiving a new version for Nintendo Switch 2, SEGA has announced. Fans can pick up the title on November 13, 2025.
Also on the same day, Yakuza Kiwami will have a native Nintendo Switch 2 version. Those who previously purchased the game on the original Nintendo Switch can upgrade to the Switch 2 edition at a discounted price.
SEGA shared the following information:
