Submit a news tip



top

Pokemon Legends Z-A release date

May 28: The Pokemon Company just came through with a release date for Pokemon Legends: Z-A. On both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, the game launches on October 16, 2025. A new piece of key art was shared today, which we have above.

Those who purchase Pokemon Legends: Z-A on Nintendo Switch will be able to obtain the Switch 2 improvements with an upgrade pack. This applies to both the physical and digital versions. On Nintendo Switch 2, Pokemon Legends: Z-A features improved graphics and a better frame rate.

Donkey Kong new voice actor Mario Kart World

Following the launch of Mario Kart World, fans have immediately noticed that Nintendo has replaced the voice actor for Donkey Kong.

Previously, Takashi Nagasako was attributed to the role. However, Koji Takeda is now listed in the credits for Mario Kart World. Takeda previously voiced Donkey Kong in the Japanese version of The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download Switch report for the week of June 5, 2025. The latest releases on the Nintendo eShop include tons of games for Switch 2 and more.

Here’s the full roundup:

The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows:

Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles

Just revealed today, Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. We already have a release date of September 30, 2025.

Final Fantasy Tactics, a tactical RPG, originally released on PlayStation. The game will now be coming to a Nintendo platform for the first time.

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, it’s been announced. The package is launching later in 2025.

Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection is made by Digital Eclipse, the team behind Atari 50, Tetris Forever, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection, and more. The collection will feature titles from the arcade, SNES, SEGA Genesis, Game Boy, Game Gear, SEGA 32X, Game Boy Advance, and more. Also included is online play, interviews, and other features.

Here’s a bunch of additional information:

IO Interactive has pulled back the curtain on First Light 007, its upcoming James Bond game for Nintendo Switch 2. A first look was given today with a proper reveal trailer.

First Light 007 was confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 during the system’s reveal back in April. Today’s trailer doesn’t contain gameplay, but gives us a first look at Bond himself and what to expect from the adventure.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound release date

A release date has just been announced for Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. The game is landing on Nintendo Switch on July 31, 2025.

Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound was originally unveiled during The Game Awards at the end of last year. We knew it was coming this year, but now we have a proper date.

Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list

April 2: Nintendo has provide a new Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list, which outline which games aren’t compatible with Switch 1.

As of now there’s just one title identified as fully nonfunctional – that being Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. Nintendo has also outlined games that need a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con, titles that start up but have issues, and ones with flat-out start up problems.

Here’s the full list:

More:

Madden NFL 26 Nintendo Switch 2

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.


Manage Cookie Settings