[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – May 2025
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A new month started up this week. Now that we’re in May, we want to know what you’ve been playing.
While big releases have slowed a bit as of late, there’s still a ton to play, including on Nintendo Switch. Whether it’s new games, new additions to Nintendo Switch Online, or something else entirely, let us know what you’ve been going through in the comments.
Nintendo files lawsuit against Genki over Switch 2 mockup shown at CES 2025 booth
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It’s now come to light that Nintendo is pursuing legal action against Genki, an accessories maker that gained notoriety before the reveal of Switch 2.
Before the system was officially announced earlier in the year, leaks and rumors were flying in left and right. Genki was one such entity that got in on the action. At CES 2025 a few months ago, the company was showing off a Nintendo Switch 2 dummy replica. Nintendo understandably wasn’t too happy with what transpired.
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Full list of unconfirmed veterans for Mario Kart World and how likely they are to return
Posted on 1 month ago by Ethan in Features, Switch 2 | 0 comments
With the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World fast approaching, it feels like we know a great deal about the new console and its upcoming launch title. However, what we’re most interested in is what we don’t know. Has Nintendo revealed the full roster for the game? Or are there a bunch of unlockable characters that won’t be acknowledged until release day? Whichever winds up being the case, we’re here today to look at all the unconfirmed veterans for Mario Kart World. We’ll also be ranking each one based on how likely they are to return.
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Nintendo Switch update out now (version 20.0.1), patch notes
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Nintendo has released another Switch firmware update with version 20.0.1.
This follows version 20.0.0 which arrived earlier in the week. With version 20.0.1, Nintendo is looking to address issues involving error code 2206-1015 that was preventing some users from starting their devices. We reported on the situation here.
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Some Nintendo Switch users impacted by error code 2206-1015 following system update
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A major version 20.0.0 update just recently went live for Nintendo Switch this week, and while it’s added a number of new features, some are impacted by the error code 2206-1015.
This appears to be a worldwide issue as we’ve seen reports in both the west and Japan. If you’ve come across the error code, you may not be able to start your system. There also appear to be variations of the error code such as 2206-1014.
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Steam-Heart’s and Advanced V.G. Saturn Tribute announced for Nintendo Switch [update: worldwide release]
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January 28: Today, City Connection unveiled Steam-Heart’s and Advanced V.G. Saturn Tribute. The Nintendo Switch release is slated for May 29, 2025 in Japan.
You’re getting two different experiences here. Steam-Heart’s is a sci-fi shooter while Advanced Variable Geo is a fighter. There’s support for various features such as the ability to rewind gameplay.
Here’s a bunch of additional details:
Nintendo Download – May 1, 2025 (North America) – High On Life, more
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2, Switch eShop | 0 comments
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of May 1, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include High On Life and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Shovel Knight Dig confirms “Wicked Wishes” DLC release date
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Support for Shovel Knight Dig is wrapping up with the game set to receive its final major update known as “Wicked Wishes”, and we now have a release date. It’s scheduled for May 15, 2025 on Nintendo Switch.
Wicked Wishes brings along its own bosses, quests, secrets, and more. The team also rebalanced the algorithm while implementing over over 100 bug fixes, tweaks, and localization improvements.
Here’s a bit of additional information:
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Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley and Skytree Village coming to Nintendo Switch [update: release date]
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January 28: Not one, but two classic Harvest Moon games have been announced for Nintendo Switch with The Lost Valley and Skytree Village on the way as part of Natsume’s Cozy Bundle. They’ll be available this summer.
Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley and Skytree Village previously debuted on Nintendo 3DS. For the Nintendo Switch versions, both games will be included on a single cartridge and with all DLC.
Below are overviews for both games:
Nintendo Switch 20.0.0 update out now, patch notes – virtual game cards, Switch 2 transfers, more
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
A brand new version 20.0.0 update just started distribution for all Nintendo Switch owners. With various features added, this is the biggest upgrade for the system in years.
Virtual game cards, which were announced in a Nintendo Direct about a month ago, are now supported. Switch 2 support is also included with transfers to the console and GameShare for compatible titles. There are other elements to the update as well such as user-verification settings.
The full rundown is as follows:
