Every Pokemon generation gimmick ranked, from Z-Moves to Mega Evolution
Posted on 1 week ago by Ethan in 3DS, Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Since the release of Pokemon X and Y in 2013, new games in the series have had a battle “gimmick” of some sort to keep things fresh. It all started with Mega Evolution in X and Y, which was then expanded upon in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire. Then we got Z-Moves in Pokemon Sun and Moon, followed by Dynamax and Gigantamax in Pokemon Sword and Shield. Then we’ve got Terastallization in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, and that’s where we’re at right now. We’re almost certain to see another new gimmick introduced in the tenth generation of Pokemon, which is getting closer and closer by the day given that Scarlet and Violet released three years ago already. So today, we’re taking a look at all of these battle gimmicks and ranking them from best to least best. None of the gimmicks are outright terrible – they’re all inspired and thematically appropriate for their regions, but some are certainly better than others.
[Let’s Talk] Kirby Air Riders impressions
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The rollout of notable Switch 2 games continues, and this week Nintendo brought out Kirby Air Riders. About two decades after the original on GameCube, a sequel to the racer has released. This is also the first title we’ve seen from director Masahiro Sakurai since Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in 2018.
If you’ve picked up Kirby Air Riders thus far (or played the recent demo), what are your initial thoughts? Let us know in the comments below.
Gear.Club Unlimited 3 announced for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: delayed]
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August 21: Gear.Club Unlimited 3 will be coming to Nintendo Switch 2, Nacon and Eden Games revealed today. The title is currently targeting a winter launch.
Gear.Club Unlimited 3 continues the racing series that started on the original Nintendo Switch. This time around, platers will be racing on the Mediterranean coast and Japan’s mountainous roads.
Here’s an official overview:
More: Eden Industries, Gear.Club Unlimited 3, Nacon, top
Features we want to see in Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ 3.0 update
Posted on 1 week ago by Ethan in Features, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Animal Crossing games have a tendency to make a resurgence long after their original release date. We first saw this with Animal Crossing: New Leaf in 2013 – it was received incredibly well on launch, but nonetheless received a huge major update in 2016 that added amiibo support, the campground, and all sorts of new items. Now, the same is happening with Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which had supposedly received its final content update in late 2021. Yet in 2026, it’s receiving a new 3.0 update that adds even more new content. This no doubt means the next new Animal Crossing is a few years off, and that this update is meant to hold us over for a while longer.
Knowing Nintendo, it’s entirely possible that the new features shown for the 3.0 update are the only ones we’ll be getting. That being said, the trailer never specifically mentioned that the 3.0 update would be the final content update for the game – not that that matters, given that they’ve broken such a promise before – but at the risk of being too ambitious, we’re listing some additional features that we want to see in future updates to New Horizons.
Vampire Crawlers revealed for Nintendo Switch, new game from Vampire Survivors dev
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Poncle, the studio behind Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard, just unveiled Vampire Crawlers as its next game. It’ll be heading to Nintendo Switch in 2026.
Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard is a casual, turn‑based deckbuilder with roguelite elements. Players will dish out world-ending combos and blitz through infested dungeons.
More: Poncle, top, Vampire Crawlers
Marvel Cosmic Invasion reveals physical release for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Marvel Cosmic Invasion will make its digital debut in December, but a physical release has now been confirmed for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch – with the former having the full game on the cartridge. Retailers will begin carrying it on March 13, 2026.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion will have a standalone physical release, but there’ll also be a Deluxe Edition. With the Deluxe Edition, you’ll receive the game, a steelbook, premium art cards, sticker sheets, a poster celebrating the main cast, and a collectible art box.
More: DotEmu, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, top, Tribute Games
Nintendo Download – November 20, 2025 (North America) – Kirby Air Riders, Tomb Raider, more
Posted on 1 week ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of November 20, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include Kirby Air Riders: Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Famitsu sales (11/10/25 – 11/16/25) – first week sales revealed for Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero on Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Pokemon Z-A Season 3 Ranked Battles detailed
Posted on 1 week ago by Cris-(chito) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Pokemon Company has just released new details regarding season 3 of Pokemon Z-A Ranked Battles. This season officially begin on November 26, 2025, and will last until December 17, 2025.
The big prize for players who reach S rank in this season will be the Mega Stone Chesnaughtite, for evolving Chesnaught into Mega Chesnaught. Delphoxite and Greninjite will also be redistributed as promotion rewards by reaching Rank V and Y respectively.
Below is the list of the rest of the rewards:
More: Game Freak, Pokemon Legends Z-A, top
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds shares SpongeBob DLC release date, Nights, AiAi, and Tangle and Whisper revealed [update: SpongeBob trailer]
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November 11: Those that have been on the lookout for the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds x SpongeBob DLC will be happy to know that we now have the release date. Fans can get their hands on it starting November 19, 2025.
Additionally, Nights, AiAi, and Tangle & Whisper have been revealed. All of them will be added to the game at no extra cost.
Below is the full rundown on everything planned:
