Best Buy Canada says Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders begin April 2 [update: new pre-order details, possibly April 9]
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Best Buy Canada has announced that it will open pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 on April 2, 2025.
Many have expected reservations to begin next week, but this is the first time a retailer has come forward with any sort of official information. Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 will be held on April 2, and there’s a very strong chance that we’ll be getting the console’s release date during that presentation. Best Buy acknowledged the Nintendo Direct in its post, indicating that pre-orders will start sometime after the event concludes.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon announced for Nintendo Switch
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The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon is in development for Nintendo Switch, NIS America and Falcom revealed today.
The RPG released in Japan and Asia last September with the subtitle Kai no Kiseki – Farewell, O Zemuria on PlayStation platforms and PC. Not only do we now know that the game is getting localized, but also that it’s getting a new Nintendo Switch version.
The Legend of Zelda movie release date revealed, coming in 2027
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Nintendo just revealed the release date for its live action movie based on The Legend of Zelda. The film debuts on March 26, 2027.
That news comes straight from Nintendo itself. In the company’s news-launched Nintendo Today app, brief a video was posted with the release date. It does not provide any other information such as casting details.
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Warriors: Abyss update adding new character and more, patch notes [update: Ryza and more revealed]
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March 1: This week, Koei Tecmo announced the first major update for Warriors: Abyss which will bring a new character to the fray.
No word yet on who’s planned for the roster. However, there are other things to look forward to as well. The Nintendo Switch version is getting performance improvements, there’ll be a number of adjustments, fixes are planned, and more.
Here’s the full rundown on what to expect:
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March 2025 Nintendo Direct recap announcement
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For those looking for a quick rundown of everything featured in the March 2025 Nintendo Direct, we have a handy recap announcement for you. The press release comes straight from Nintendo. All of the big news for Nintendo Switch is covered here.
Here’s the full March 2025 Nintendo Direct recap announcement:
Nintendo Today app announced, out today
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To close out today’s Nintendo Direct, the Nintendo Today app was revealed. This is designed to continue the concept of Nintendo Directs in which news and more will be delivered straight to fans.
The app, which Nintendo compares to a calendar, “delivers a variety of content including latest news, videos, and comics of your favorite Nintendo games and characters from select franchises.” Also, following the Nintendo Switch 2 presentation on April 2, it will include information about the new console.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion announced for Nintendo Switch
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Just revealed during today’s Nintendo Direct, Marvel Cosmic Invasion is coming to Nintendo Switch. It’ll be out this holiday.
Coming from the developer of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, the game is an arcade-style beat ’em up game featuring an array of characters spanning Marvel’s golden eras.
First details can be found in the following overview:
Rhythm Heaven Groove announced for Nintendo Switch
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The Rhythm Heaven series is making a comeback with Nintendo just unveiling Rhythm Heaven Groove. The title is slated for 2026.
Nintendo hasn’t shared too much thus far – likely given how fact away it is – but there’ll be plenty of mini-games to get involved with. Also, renowned Japanese musician Tsunku♂ is confirmed to be involved.
Gradius Origins announced for Nintendo Switch
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Today, it was announced that Gradius Origins is heading to Nintendo Switch. The package launches on August 7, 2025.
Gradius Origins packs in 17 versions of six arcade classics. You’ll be getting Gradius, Salamander, Life Force, Gradius 2, Gradius 3, and Salamander 2 here. On top of that, Gradius 3 AM Show version will be thrown in. That’s not all though, as the brand new Salamander 3 will be available.
New gameplay features are planned for the collection. These include rewind, save anywhere, reduced hit detection, invincible mode, and more.
Here’s a full rundown of everything included:
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond teases new psychic abilities, more
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New footage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond debuted today. Nintendo provided a look at Planet Viewros plus psychic abilities that can be used to operate mechanisms, open doors, and control the trajectory of Samus’ beams. A new suit was also teased at the end.
Below is the new trailer:
