Nintendo has quietly introduced somewhat underwhelming information, particularly for expatriates living in Japan: they will need to pay an extra 20,000 yen, which equals approximately $133 in US currency, if they want a Switch 2 console that supports their native language. As noted by Gabe Perez on Twitter, the official Japanese Nintendo website provides details
Read MoreThere was once some exciting news declared during today’s Nintendo Switch 2 Presentation that the GamesRadar+ crew, which has dwindled down to just me in these late hours, is still picking up the pieces that might otherwise be significant, front-page material. One of these announcements that got somewhat overshadowed in the frenzy of Switch 2
Read MoreLast week, a Best Buy leak surfaced, stating, “Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders will commence on April 2,” followed by another leak asserting, “Pre-orders will actually start on April 9” – and while it’s always wise to stay skeptical, it appears both sources were accurate. In a recent announcement made after the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
Read MoreEver since the megastar Anita Dobson appeared as the enigmatic Mrs. Flood in ‘The Church on Ruby Avenue’, enthusiasts have been eager to ascertain the true identity of Ruby Sunday’s inquisitive neighbor. Especially since, throughout her multiple appearances, Mrs. Flood disclosed that she was aware Sutekh would return, recognized the Physician, and even cautioned that
Read MoreAuthored by Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM PDT GameSpot might also earn revenue from affiliate and advertising collaborations for disseminating this news and from purchases made via links. Are you keen to catch all targets for The Butterfly Collector in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? These individuals were abducting children in the city
Read MoreBy Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:16PM PDT GameSpot may potentially earn revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. Are you excited to obtain all Tea Bowls for Rikyu in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? There are seven of these items located throughout Japan, so it might
Read MoreAuthored by Jason Rodriguez on April 2, 2025 at 3:12 PM PDT GameSpot may also earn commissions from affiliate and marketing collaborations for promoting this content and from purchases via links. Do you wish to acquire the Namazu legendary mount in Assassin’s Creed Shadows? This is undoubtedly one of the most visually stunning horses you
Read MoreWritten by S.E. Doster on April 2, 2025, at 3:15 PM PDT GameSpot may potentially earn revenue through affiliate and advertising partnerships for promoting this content and from purchases through links. Season 3 has commenced in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, featuring the brand-new Shattered Veil scenario in Zombies. This storyline reintroduces the classic
Read MoreWritten by George Yang on April 2, 2025 at 3:17PM PDT GameSpot may also earn revenue through affiliate and advertising partnerships for distributing this content and from purchases via links. Microsoft has announced a variety of games that will be added to Xbox Game Pass this month, featuring plenty of impressive inclusions. South of Midnight
Read MoreChanging things up. After a prolonged period of anticipation – for most likely even years for some – the Nintendo Switch 2 will finally reveal its much-anticipated showcase today. Alarmingly, as we write this, very little has been leaked. We are aware that there will be a brand new Mario Kart game for the system,
Read MoreGet ready for these re-releases. There exists a substantial collection of monumental video games, forgotten over the years and restricted to the PS3. The console’s unnecessarily complicated architecture suggests that Sony has never truly considered the option of backward compatibility, meaning many games can only be accessed through PS Plus Premium cloud streaming on the
Read MoreGame played by 1.5 million individuals. The British developer Stand Up has announced that last week’s launch of Atomfall represents the studio’s most exciting debut in its timeline, with 1.5 million individuals engaging with the PS5, PS4 detective title. The game became available on Xbox Game Pass on its launch day, likely contributing to its
Read MoreMore inclined towards “emotional maturity.” Craig Mazin, the showrunner for HBO’s The Last of Us series, has addressed worries regarding Bella Ramsey’s appearance in the forthcoming Season 2. Ramsey (21) possesses a noticeably youthful appearance, which suited her role as a 14-year-old Ellie in The Last of Us Season 1 quite well…Read More
Read MoreA lot of choices to choose from. Traditionally, March has always been a hectic month for new releases, as publishers strive to release titles just before the end of the fiscal year — and March 2025 was no exception. Last month was filled with new PS5 games of all varieties…Learn More
Read MoreAstra: Knights of Veda and Dungeon Stalkers developer HYBE IM has secured $21 million to accelerate its presence in the industry by utilizing K-pop artist intellectual properties. The firm noted enthusiasm for its forthcoming MMORPGs Architect: Land of Exile and Arkheron also fueled excitement surrounding the investment. HYBE IM is a branch of the Korean
Read MoreA fairly current back-and-forth involving Hades II developer Supergiant Games’ actor Marin M. Miller highlighted a growing dilemma creators face as SAG-AFTRA’s walkout regarding video games governed by the Interactive Media Agreement approaches its second year. What, precisely, do studios that are not covered by the agreement owe the performers they collaborate with? Although the
Read MoreImage courtesy of Eidos-Montreal / Embracer The developers of Deus Ex and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Eidos-Montreal, have unfortunately dismissed 75 employees. The studio, owned by Embracer, announced the news on LinkedIn and explained that the layoffs occurred as one of its “mandates” concluded. They emphasized that the reductions do not reflect the “commitment
Read MoreAmaze founder and artistic director Thorsten S. Wiedemann is stepping down after breaching the tournament’s safe environment policy and code of conduct. In a statement published on the Amaze website, Wiedemann acknowledged engaging in unprofessional behavior at Amaze Sheffield in August 2024 by making disrespectful remarks towards members of the production team and displaying “non-sexual
Read MoreMyst and Riven creator Cyan Worlds has terminated 12 employees after facing challenges in “troubled waters.” The studio announced the information on social platforms and indicated that the layoffs affected nearly half of its workforce. “Market conditions have compelled us into a difficult situation where we must consider the future of our studio alongside the
Read MoreCaptured on Nintendo Switch (Docked) During the mid to late ‘90s, when the fifth generation of consoles was steadily gaining momentum, mascot platformers were extremely popular. Aiming to capitalize on this burgeoning trend, Argonaut Software—previously recognized for its contributions to Star Fox and the Super FX chip for the SNES—proposed a new 3D platformer featuring
Read MoreIt won’t be much longer, however Accessory manufacturer Genki – which gained attention for its Switch 2 teasers earlier this year – is hosting its own ‘Showcase’ presentation later today at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 5pm BST / 6pm CEST / 2am AET (Thursday), promising approximately one minute of accessory announcements for the
Read MoreImage: Nintendo Lifestyles Update: We’re almost there! The April 2025 Nintendo Direct is happening right now — can you tell we’re excited? Our second Nintendo Direct of 2025 is on the way, and it promises to be massive. On the date of the Nintendo Switch 2’s announcement, Nintendo also confirmed an exclusive Nintendo Direct focusing
Read More“It’s merely a matter of when, not if.” Image: Zion Grassl / Nintendo Life Not everyone had the chance to experience the excitement of the GameCube era, yet a brand new rumor has reignited hopes that this nostalgic Nintendo console may eventually make a comeback. According to podcaster ‘Nate the Hate’, who previously revealed Game
Read More“An ABSOLUTELY.. tremendous time!” This week is significant for Nintendo, yet there remain countless exciting developments within the gaming landscape – such as the premiere of the Minecraft film featuring Jack Black and Jason Momoa. The initial reactions are indeed beginning to emerge across social media and various online platforms, and if you were preparing
Read More“We aim to unlock the potential of this market, not only in India but also in other cricket-loving nations,” states a Krafton executive. Krafton has secured a majority share in the Indian gaming firm Nautilus Cellular for $14 million. The cash-only transaction was confirmed at the close of last week, with TechCrunch reporting that Krafton
Read MoreThe capital of the UK has now surpassed most US cities, with Canadian favorites like Montréal taking notice. Image credit ranking: Games London London has now become the third-largest global center for game developers. This is according to a recent study by Unscrambled and BOP for London, which found that the UK capital has “climbed”
Read More“His accomplishments in mobile gaming and corporate management are unparalleled,” states CEO Designate Otero. Image credit: Azra Games Azra Games has appointed Kris Davis, the veteran co-head of mobile at PlayStation, as its chief business officer. Davis is expected to be responsible for managing and enhancing business operations as Azra prepares for the launch of
Read MoreKojima Productions’ inaugural intellectual property is “consistently growing across various platforms” since its release in 2019 Image credit attribution: Kojima Productions Here’s a brief news article, our immediate format linking to an official source for more information. To learn more about this story, follow the link below: Death Stranding surpasses 20m players Read More
Read MoreLast week, the organizers of the London Video games Festival unveiled the 2025 cohort for its Ensemble initiative. Curated by author and creative director Sharna Jackson, the exhibition showcases a brand-new group of underrepresented video game professionals in the UK annually. Among the 2025 cohort is Tara Mustapha, CEO and founder of Code Coven. After
Read MoreImage credit: EA The Sims 4 might be moving along smoothly, but it has now been over a decade, and fans are becoming increasingly restless for updates on what lies ahead for the series – especially considering EA’s somewhat perplexing communications on the matter. Amid all this, various images of EA’s new The Sims “game
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