As the Nintendo Switch 2 era kicks off, physical game releases are changing a bit. In the Switch 1 era, we saw true physical game cartridges as well as code-in-a-box releases. With the Switch 2, we’re seeing the rise of “game-key cards”: physical game carts that don’t have the actual…
If you’re a fan of not only retro games but gaming history, Digital Eclipse’s Atari 50 is a must-own compilation. Containing over 100 games from across legendary developer Atari’s history, the game not only offers newer players a chance to experience the past, but gives them the historical context and…
While we probably aren’t getting a Nintendo Direct this month (maybe), The Pokémon Company has already announced that it will be holding a Pokémon Presents stream on July 22nd, 2025, at 9 a.m. ET | 6 a.m. PT. Running for roughly 24 minutes, there is something fun that will be…
We first learned of Hollow Knight: Silksong six years ago and the game has seemed almost mythical ever since. We’ve gotten hardly any news on the game, other than occasional updates from Team Cherry that the game is still coming. It seems the nightmare may be over as Silksong was…
With Nintendo finally having a console capable of 4K output, it seems like third parties will be there in droves to support the device. One such is IO Interactive, which during the Switch 2 Direct announced it would be porting Hitman: World of Assassination to Nintendo’s latest platform. While Hitman…
Mario Kart World is confirmed! Not only are we getting the largest roster of characters ever in a Mario Kart title, but the game will also feature costumes, open-world racing, and a photo mode. While I could go on and on about all the game’s features, today I want to…
Without a doubt one of the biggest game releases of the past decade, Elden Ring made a splash on platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and PC back when it released in 2022. Thanks to its underpowered hardware, however, the Nintendo Switch missed out on all the fun in the Lands Between….
One of the best parts of any new console release is the anticipation of the system’s launch titles. The N64 had Super Mario 64 and Pilotwings 64; the GameCube had fan-favorites like Luigi’s Mansion, Super Monkey Ball, and Wave Race: Blue Storm; the Wii famously launched alongside The Legend of…
Close enough, welcome back DS Download Play! Revealed alongside GameChat, Nintendo has revealed a new feature that has thrown me back to my Nintendo DS days! GameShare will allow players to share a game with up to three other Switches locally, with just one copy of the game….
One of the biggest mysteries of the Nintendo Switch 2 was the addition of a new C Button on the right Joy-Con and today it’s officially been revealed! A brand new feature called GameChat will be debuting on the Nintendo Switch 2, allowing gamers to talk to friends natively on…
While excitement for the Switch 2 is still at a high across the internet, there is one big factor that is currently putting a damper on things: the price. Nintendo revealed that the console itself will be $450 USD when it launches, with a bundle pack including Mario Kart World…
Nintendo has finally done it! It’s revealed everything fans have been waiting for about the Nintendo Switch 2, including hardware specs, pricing, release details, exciting new features, and plenty of game announcements. Let’s break down everything you need to know about the Switch 2’s hardware and software. When…
A brand-new Nintendo system means brand new Nintendo accessories, and the Switch 2 is no exception. Shown off during this morning’s Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the Nintendo Switch 2 is getting its very own Pro Controller, with a few updates from the Switch’s Pro Controller. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro…
Bravely Default stands out as an exceptional RPG on a system that had no shortage. Released on the 3DS in 2012, it was something of a “return to form” for Square Enix, taking plenty of inspiration from classic Final Fantasy titles in terms of structure, story beats, and its job…
As part of the April 2nd, 2025, Nintendo Direct focused on the Switch 2, Nintendo announced a laundry list of what it is calling “Switch 2 Enhanced Games.” As the title would suggest, these are Switch 1 games with special enhancements for the Switch 2. While you would obviously expect…
