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Vampire Crawlers Switch 2 Listing Pops Up On eShop

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Fang-tastic. Vampire Crawlers: The Turbo Wildcard from Vampire Survivors — indeed, that is the complete title — is launching on Switch next week. Prior to today, we were only aware of a Switch 1 edition….

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Pokémon Pokopia’s Next Event Is All About Jump Rope

by by Apr 15, 2026 0

*Mario Odyssey recollections*. The upcoming Pokémon Pokopia occasion is arriving this weekend, but be cautious, as it will necessitate precise timing and button pressing on your end. Bulbasaur’s Jump Rope Challenge is set to debut in the game on 19th April. The event will commence at 5am local time and will continue for…

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Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream

by by Apr 15, 2026 0

A fantasy or a horror? Nintendo’s upcoming major debut, and possibly the second to last Switch 1 title, is nearly upon us. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream debuts on Nintendo’s earlier hybrid tomorrow, 16th April, and critic evaluations have emerged prior to the game’s release. This includes our own, authored by the very…

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‘Hytale’ Dev Seeks Legal Action Against Knock-Off Switch eShop Game

by by Apr 15, 2026 0

Hytale it outta here, you impudent rascal. Hytale creator Hypixel Studios has revealed it is pursuing legal action against a new Switch eShop title that’s overtly deceiving potential buyers into believing they’re acquiring the genuine article (thanks, Automaton). Hytale: Sandbox RPG is currently available at a reduced rate of £4.99 on the Switch…

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Yooka-Laylee Dev Playtonic Seems To Be Teasing Something

by by Apr 15, 2026 0

What might it be? Playtonic Games, the studio responsible for Yooka-Laylee and its Switch 2 reimagining Yooka-Replaylee, seems to be hinting at something over on Bluesky. Beginning last Saturday, the organization has commenced sharing enigmatic messages on social platforms regarding the numeral ’60’. Then, earlier today, it shared an entertaining riddle that alludes…

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These Custom Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Pay Tribute To A Truly Iconic Game Boy

by by Apr 15, 2026 0

Clear as daylight. For some unfathomable reason, Nintendo isn’t providing us with differently tinted Joy-Con for the Switch 2 – at least not at this moment. Certainly, we have the somewhat distinct Light Purple and Light Green set, but the material on the casing is the same hue as the regular Joy-Con that…

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Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Pragmata For Switch 2?

by by Apr 14, 2026 0

Capcom’s latest IP is finally here.Capcom’s fresh IP Pragmata has arrived this week, and in a significant triumph, it’s debuting simultaneously across all platforms including the Switch 2.Now that the evaluations are in for this new title featuring Hugh and his android sidekick Diana, we’re eager to find out if you’ll be demonstrating…

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Animal Crossing’s GameCube Soundtrack Has Been Added To Nintendo Music

by by Apr 14, 2026 0

Let the anniversary festivities commence. Animal Crossing enthusiasts seeking a nostalgia trip can now enjoy the GameCube edition’s soundtrack on Nintendo Music. This launch coincides with the series’ 25th anniversary. This week’s update introduces 158 tracks (which amounts to an impressive duration of 5 hours and 18 minutes) and also features melodies from…

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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Has Been Updated To Version 3.0.2, Here Are The Full Patch Notes

by by Apr 14, 2026 0

Celebrating 25 years with a unique item…Today signifies 25 years since the debut of the Animal Crossing series, and to commemorate this remarkable occasion, Nintendo has launched an update for its latest installment Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which is available on the Switch and Switch 2. Read the complete article on nintendolife.com…

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The Legend Of Zelda Live-Action Movie Has Officially Wrapped Filming

by by Apr 14, 2026 0

Arriving in theaters next year. Although the majority of the attention has been directed towards the Super Mario Galaxy Movie in recent weeks, we have some quite significant news today regarding The Legend of Zelda live-action feature. Based on an announcement at CinemaCon 2026, Sony Pictures has revealed that production for Nintendo’s upcoming…

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Talking Point: If The Star Fox Rumours Are True, Where The Heck’s Our Captain Toad Sequel?

by by Apr 14, 2026 0

Treasure Lacker.The buzz on the street is that Nintendo possesses an Arwing in the maintenance bay and it’s prepared for launch.Of course, speculations are merely, uhh, speculations, until the Big N verifies, but there’s something about the whispers of a new Star Fox title that seems subtly credible to me…

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Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years

by by Apr 13, 2026 0

69 remarkable video games. Last November, Nintendo Life celebrated its 20th anniversary, and since then we’ve been reflecting on two decades of Nintendo journalism. Throughout this period, we’ve accumulated an extensive archive of reviews, and today we’re going to revisit every single game that has received an NL 10 since the inception of…

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UK Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Is Starting To Prove Its Staying Power

by by Apr 13, 2026 0

But RE Requiem dominates the scene. The most recent UK Charts data has arrived, and Pokémon Pokopia has achieved a commendable showing this week, securing the number 2 spot. We can only speculate that retailers have finally been supplied with sufficient inventory to meet demand – hardly the most convincing explanation for the…

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Splatoon 3’s Spring Splatfest Has Crowned Its Winner

by by Apr 13, 2026 0

Update: Hang tight. Splatoon 3’s seasonal festivities are still thriving, and next month, it’s time for another Spring Splatfest. The occasion is scheduled to commence on 11th April at 1am BST (10th April for those in North America), continuing through the weekend until 13th. Read the complete article on nintendolife.com…

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Random: Borderlands 4 Physical Switch 2 Version Apparently Surfaces In The Wild

by by Apr 13, 2026 0

Development on the Nintendo edition was halted. Gearbox halted the advancement on Borderlands 4 for Switch 2 earlier this annum, and since that time, there have been no updates regarding the Nintendo edition. Currently, reports have emerged about a physical retail version of the Switch 2 edition appearing in the open…

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Community: Played A Great Switch Game We Missed? Send Us Your Hidden Gem Tips

by by Apr 13, 2026 0

Treasure seeker. Crikey, that came around quickly! It’s once more time for our Games We Overlooked summary, our community appeal where we request Switch game suggestions for titles we couldn’t evaluate. In October, we compiled 32 treasures, as suggested by you wonderful folks…
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The Rogue Prince Of Persia Physical Release Now Available On Switch 1 & 2

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Including standard and Eternal Editions. Should you have overlooked it, Ubisoft’s 2D roguelite The Rogue Prince of Persia is receiving a physical launch on Switch 1 and 2 this week. The standard edition is priced at $34.99 USD (or your local equivalent) while the Eternal Edition (which features a copy of the game…

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Review: South Of Midnight (Switch 2)

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Alice in bayou-land. South of Midnight is a third-person action-adventure that immerses itself deeply in its storyline. For those considering purchasing it, that’s the primary factor to weigh, as not every player possesses the same ‘high cutscene-to-gameplay ratio’ of tolerance. While it doesn’t excessively indulge, it tends to pause occurrences frequently to unveil…

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Two First-Party Switch 2 Ratings Have Been Spotted

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

We’re prepared whenever you are, Nintendo. New classifications for Splatoon Raiders and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave have allegedly been identified on Nintendo’s European sites. The spin-off Splatoon Raiders now bears a ‘PEGI 7’ classification, while the upcoming Fire Emblem title seems to have transitioned from a temporary classification to a ‘PEGI 12’ classification…

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Mouse: P.I. For Hire Switch 2 Performance And Resolution Revealed

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Here’s what you can anticipate. The fresh noir-inspired animated detective FPS Mouse: P.I. for Hire is set to debut on the Switch 2 next week following a brief postponement. Preceding the release on 16th April 2026, Fumi Games and Playside have unveiled the specifications and performance objectives for Mouse: P.I…

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Poll: Box Art Brawl: Duel

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Getting Game Freaky. We trust you’re prepared for yet another showdown of covers, as it’s that moment for this week’s Box Art Brawl! Previously, due to a particular Super Mario Galaxy Movie feature, we examined Star Fox: Assault for the GameCube. Although the gray Japanese cover mounted a solid challenge…

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Hades II Has Some Bonus Content Planned For Next Week

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Launching in tandem with the Xbox and PS5 launches.:Hades II creator Supergiant Games announced yesterday that it would be introducing the Princess of the Underworld to Xbox and PlayStation systems on 14th April 2026. If you’re curious about its connection to Nintendo, well, as per the team, an update will be available for…

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Round Up: The Reviews Are In For Pokémon Champions

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Here’s what the reviewers believe. The latest “free-to-start” battle game Pokémon Champions debuted for the Switch this week, and critics have now shared their opinions. Beginning with our own assessment here on Nintendo Life, we remarked that this fresh title was the most reachable yet imperfect competitive Pokémon experience to date…

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Super Battle Golf Brings Absolute Chaos To The Switch 2 In Summer 2026

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Finish first by any means required”.If you relish golf video games but prefer them to be a touch more tumultuous, Super Battle Golf by Brimstone Games could be worth exploring when it debuts on the Switch 2 and various other platforms.It is set to arrive on the green in “Summer 2026” and presents…

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Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (11th April)

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Fight night. The weekend has finally arrived, so it’s moment for another installment of What Are You Playing! We suspected that activity might ease off a bit following last week’s Galaxy Movie celebration, but nope. We received a fresh Pokémon title in the form of Pokémon Champions (accompanied by glitches and peculiar resolution…

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Opinion: Of All Things, Animal Crossing (And ‘FOPI’) Has Made Me A Switch 2 Evangelist

by by Apr 12, 2026 0

Fear Of Cost Surge). When the 3.0 enhancement launched for Animal Crossing: New Horizons in January, reporting on it for this website led me back to a place I believed I had departed from. Read the complete article on nintendolife.com…
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Cemetery Management Sim ‘Graveyard Keeper’ Digs Up A Sequel On Switch 1 & 2

by by Apr 10, 2026 0

Rising from the grave in 2026. Medieval burial ground oversight is returning as Lazy Bear Games and tinyBuild reveal that Graveyard Keeper 2 is set to arrive on the Switch and Switch 2 later this year. This follow-up to the “initial, eccentric title,” which debuted on the Switch in 2019, will have you…

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Mario Kart World Has Been Updated To Version 1.6.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes

by by Apr 10, 2026 0

This minor enhancement is accessible now. At the close of last month, Nintendo introduced a significant update for its Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World – incorporating Bob-omb Blast into the game’s Battle mode. It also featured numerous modifications and repairs. Currently, in a fresh update today…

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Video: Mortal Kombat II’s New Movie Trailer Features A Very Special Kameo

by by Apr 10, 2026 0

Is that…? The reimagined film of Mortal Kombat is progressing well, with the follow-up feature Mortal Kombat II set to hit theaters next month on 8th May 2026. To generate some anticipation (and to announce that tickets are now available), a fresh trailer for the sequel has just been unveiled…

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Warhammer Brings Its Own ‘Vampire Survivors’ Game To Switch 1 & 2 This Year

by by Apr 10, 2026 0

In collaboration with poncle, Warhammer has unveiled its latest title – utilizing the framework of the wildly captivating roguelike Vampire Survivors and incorporating characters, armaments, and adversaries from its own tabletop realm – will be arriving on the Switch 1 and 2 sometime this year. This fresh independent launch…

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