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News Alien: Isolation Release Date Confirmed For Nintendo Switch
Not long to wait now...
Update (Thu 21st Nov, 2019 11:30 GMT): Alien's Isolation's release date has been confirmed for 5th December 2019. Original Story (Thu 31st Oct, 2019 16:20 GMT:) Given all of the amazing games we've had this year on Switch, it's easy to forget that the superb Alien: Isolation is still on its way in 2019 – but thankfully,...
Video Check Out Darksiders Genesis' New Creature Core System
Tailor the game to your style
Airship Syndicate and THQ Nordic have just released a new trailer for the upcoming Darksiders Genesis which shows off the game's innovative new "Creature Core" system. This feature allows players to upgrade their character's battle skills by collecting the titular cores after killing enemies and end-of-level bosses...
Video Watch Google Lens Bring The Pokémon Sword And Shield Japanese Box Art To Life
The future is here
The Pokémon Company is promoting the release of Sword and Shield on the Nintendo Switch in Japan with the assistance of Google Lens. In case you didn't know, this is a mobile application that allows you to "search what you see" and "understand the world around you" using just a camera or a photo, according to the official...
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Verdict On Pokémon Sword And Shield
Gotta watch it all
The mainline Pokémon series has finally made the jump to high-definition, so how does it hold up in terms of visuals and performance? The tech experts over the Digital Foundry found Sword and Shield to be a bit of a mixed experience. The texturing is described as being on "the basic side" – with low-resolution texture mapping...
Video Dragon Quest XI S Producers Reveal Their Favourite Characters And More In Quickfire Q+A
Who's your favourite?
If you've been loving every last moment of Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition since it launched this September, you'll probably want to check out this brand new video from Nintendo UK. In it, series creator Yuji Horii and the game's producer Hokuto Okamoto sit down for a chat about all things...
Video Here's What Happens When You Battle Giovanni In Pokémon GO
And the reward you get for beating him
If you've been playing Pokémon GO recently, you'll be more than aware that the pesky Team GO Rocket has infiltrated the game. The man behind all of the chaos is, of course, the notorious Giovanni, and highly experienced players have now started to come up against him in battle. Finding him is a challenge in...
Video Oh Boy, Sonic's Movie Redesign Is Revealed In Brand New Trailer
Sonic's redesign is here!
The moment we've all been waiting for is here, folks: the brand new Sonic the Hedgehog movie trailer has officially landed. When the first images and trailer were revealed for the upcoming Sonic movie earlier this year, it's pretty safe to say that
Video Get Another Look At The Two New Pokémon In This Galar Research Recap
Here are the findings
Yesterday, we got a look at two new Pokémon in the "final" trailer for Sword and Shield. Overlooking the title of the previous clip, the local Pokémon YouTube channel has now uploaded another trailer. The Galar Research Recap video looks back on all the previous findings uncovered and also includes another look at the two...
Video Smash Bros. Ultimate Glitch Freezes Terry And One Of The Ice Climbers In Time
Nana is horrified
Earlier in the week, Nintendo released the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC fighter Terry Bogard and updated the all-star game to Version 6.0. A few days on, and a glitch has now surfaced online. Fortunately, this particular one is nothing major, so you don't have to worry about your save file being corrupted or the latest update...
Video Check Out The Yummy Pokémon Sword And Shield Zacian And Zamazenta Edition Switch Lite
It's a thing of beauty
Pokémon Sword and Shield is almost with us, but before that, we have the special Zacian and Zamazenta Edition Switch Lite to get to grips with. It's not out until November 8th in the west, but we managed to get our hands on a Japanese model early, and Zion has been putting it through its paces. Let us know if you'll be...
Watch Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - Battling With Terry Bogard - Live!
"Eat your veggies, and you can be tough like me!"
Join Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai for a 45-minute livestream focusing on the upcoming DLC fighter, Terry Bogard from SNK's Fatal Fury and King of Fighters series! <liveblog id="smashbrosterry_2019-11-06" tags="#SmashBrosUltimate" video="
Video Digital Foundry Likens Luigi's Mansion 3 To A "Playable CG Movie"
"Well worth a look"
The tech experts over at Digital Foundry recently looked at Luigi's Mansion 3 to see how it compared to its predecessors and found it to be a shocking technical feat for the Nintendo Switch. In terms of the resolution, the game runs at 1980x1080 in docked mode during gameplay but can drop to 900p in cutscenes. In portable mode,...
News Bandai Namco Celebrates Pac-Man's 40th Anniversary With Official Theme Song And Music Video
"Join the PAC"
Next year in May, Bandai Namco's mascot Pac-Man turns 40. At this point, he's pretty much done it all. Heck, he's even become a regular fighter in the Super Smash Bros. roster. To celebrate the upcoming occasion, Bamco has launched an official PAC-MAN 40th Anniversary theme song as part of its new campaign "Join the PAC". It was...
Video 13 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In November
Gotta play 'em all
November has arrived and you know what that means – it's time to journey to the Galar Region and catch 'em all. There are also plenty of other promising games coming out this month. We kick things off on 5th November with another Mario & Sonic entry. After this, there are plenty of other third-party releases to look forward...
Video Here's How Bloodstained's Switch Performance Update Compares To The Previous Version
Version 1.03 is here!
Earlier, we shared the news that Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night has now received its promised performance update on Nintendo Switch, taking the game from Version 1.02 to 1.03. The update has been long-awaited by fans who were left disappo
Video Take A Tour Of Koholint Island With This Charming Zelda: Link's Awakening Video
Revisit your favourite landmarks in style
Things move far too quickly in the video game world, with any major release seemingly being instantly forgotten as soon as the next big thing comes along. Forgive us, then, as we take a step back to last month - the horror - and revisit the wonderful Zelda: Link's Awakening. Nintendo has shared a delightful...
Video We Almost Had A 2D Banjo-Kazooie Platformer On Game Boy Color
Original design documents tell the tale
With the bear and bird now perfectly playable in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the love for Banjo-Kazooie has felt particularly strong as of late. You'll no doubt be aware of the original N64 game, its sequel Banjo-Tooie and more, but did you know that the series almost received a 2D platformer on the Game Boy...
Video The Original Luigi's Mansion Might Have Been Spookier On The NES
Just in time for Halloween
Unless you've been living under a rock, you have probably heard by now a new entry in the Luigi's Mansion series is on the way to the Switch later this month. Nintendo's even gone as far as making October 2019 the month of Luigi. Also lining up with the arrival of Luigi's Mansion 3 is the release of the above video by the...
Video Digital Foundry's Full Tech Breakdown Of GRID Autosport On Switch
Going the extra mile
Motorsport enthusiasts who own a Switch no longer need to worry about how they'll get their regular dose of speed on the go now that GRID Autosport has been released. In our review, we gave the Feral Interactive port eight out of ten stars and said it was one of the best racing games on Nintendo's hybrid system to date. The...
Pixélmon, I choose you!
Nintendo has posted a 30-second teaser for the upcoming Pokémon Sword and Shield that features a whole load of your favourite 'mon from previous generations. We could describe it in detail, but it's only 30 seconds - check it out above. Neat, huh? It's great fun to see all the retro pixel versions of Pokémon from multiple...
Video Digital Foundry Looks At Dragon Quest XI S, A "Remarkably Impressive" Switch Conversion
Up there with the best
One game that you may be struggling to make time for during this busy period of the year is Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age. It's an absolutely epic JRPG featuring a heartwarming and well-paced narrative, supported by a cast of fantastic characters, a dense overworld packed with dozens of hours of content, and one...
Video Get A Ghoulish Glimpse Of The 8-Player ScreamPark Mode In Luigi's Mansion 3
Check in and check out (Nintendo's new video)
As Halloween fast approaches, the release of Luigi's Mansion 3, the green one's latest trip to a haunted mansion (will he never learn?), is nearly upon us. Nintendo is gearing for the launch by offering an extended look at the game's multiplayer ScreamPark Mode. We knew about this addition before, of...
Video Let's Take A Tour Of London's Pop Up Pokémon Center, Shall We?
Here's what you can buy from the store
As you've probably already heard by now, London is currently enjoying its very own pop-up Pokémon Center. With exclusive merch items and even some new Pokémon Sword and Shield related goodies up for grabs, it's certainly worth having a look for serious Poké-fans. As it happens, our very own video wizard...
Video Overwatch On Switch "Works" But It's Far From Perfect, According To Digital Foundry
"it's a less successful Switch project"
Earlier this week, another game you might have never expected to see on the Nintendo Switch was released. Yes, we're talking about Overwatch Legendary Edition. So, how does it compare in the technical department to existing versions? Digital Foundry has now taken a look. This conversion was handled by Iron...
Video We've Played Pokémon Sword And Shield On Nintendo Switch And These Are Our Thoughts
Are they any good?
After Luigi's Mansion 3, the next major Switch title arriving is Pokémon Sword and Shield in the middle of November. It's expected to be the biggest Pokémon game ever (in more ways than one) – with Dynamaxing, Gigantamaxing, and a brand new region featuring idyllic countryside, contemporary cities, thick forests, and...
Video Digital Foundry Delivers Its Verdict On The Witcher 3 On Switch
Switcher weeeee!
The Witcher 3 arrives on a Nintendo Switch near you tomorrow and, as you may already know if you've checked out our review, anyone who has yet to sample the delights of The Continent is in for a treat. The Switch version might not hold up to direct comparison with other versions on more powerful, non-portable consoles, but...
Video Nintendo Just Held An Hour-Long Splatoon Concert With K.K. Slider As The Support Act
What a line up!
Forget the million-seller chart-toppers. Forget that band who have been your favourite since your teenage years. This right here is the concert you've been waiting for. As part of the Nintendo Live 2019 event which took place over the weekend, Nintendo held a concert starring Callie, Marie, Pearl, and Marina of Splatoon fame. As...
Video Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition Is "A Superb Conversion" For Switch
"Everything you could hope for"
Earlier this month, the Ultimate Edition of Sniper Elite 3 arrived on the Switch. We gave the third-person tactical shooter game seven out of ten stars and said it was a well worth a look, despite its shortcomings. The tech experts over at Digital Foundry have now had some time to investigate the Nintendo version of...
Video 10 Of The Best Switch Lite Accessories You Can Get Your Hands On
Some are even compatible with the original system
Wondering how you can enhance your Switch Lite experience? With accessories, of course! If you just couldn't resist this new unit – much like our American-based video producer Zion Grassl, then these ten accessories for the latest iteration of Nintendo's beloved hybrid system are worth taking a...
Video Our Early Impressions Of Ring Fit Adventure On The Nintendo Switch
Run, run as fast as you can
If you want to get in shape and play video games at the same time, the active role-playing game Ring Fit Adventure might be worth investigating when it arrives on the Switch next week. In this upcoming release, players explore an expansive world while battling enemies and performing real-life fitness exercises with the...
Video Resident Evil 5 And 6 Switch Demos Marred By Poor Performance
"dissapointing overall"
Earlier this week, we got a scary surprise when Capcom released demos for Resident Evil 5 and Resident Evil 6 on the Switch eShop, ahead of the big release later this month. So, how do they hold up compared to existing versions? The experts over at
Video New Luigi's Mansion 3 Video Showcases Plenty Of The Game's Spooky Hotel Floors
Floors, ghosts and multiplayer, too!
We're now just 20 days away from getting our ghostly mitts on Luigi's Mansion 3 and Nintendo has shared a new - and lengthy - trailer to show off more of the game. If you can't understand Japanese, you won't have a clue what the narrator is talking about, but there's plenty to see in the footage itself. We get a...
Video Check Out Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020's Opening Movie
Let the hype begin
There's now less than a month until Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 releases on Nintendo Switch. Despite the fact that typing its name out takes forever, we're feeling super excited for its release - luckily, Sega has a brand new trailer for us to tide us over. The trailer's a particularly special one, too, as...
Video Digital Foundry Thinks Yooka-Laylee And The Impossible Lair Runs Pretty Great On Switch
Find out how the Switch version compares
Earlier this week, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair arrived on the Switch, so how does it hold up compared to other versions? As usual, Digital Foundry has released a technical comparison and we're happy to report it's good news for anyone who has picked up a Nintendo copy. The Switch version runs at a...
Video Playtonic On Why Yooka-Laylee And The Impossible Lair Is Worth Your Time And Money
Straight from the chameleon's mouth
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair launches tomorrow, and we've already decided that it's well worth your time. However, what would the lovely folks at Playtonic say if they were making one last, desperate plea to get you to part with your cash? Ponder this question no longer, as we've enlisted those very same...
Video This Stunning Trailer Turns The Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Sequel Into A N64 Game
"Not in development"
When Nintendo revealed a sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was officially in development at this year's E3, the darker tone was immediately noticeable. In fact, we sort of got Majora's Mask vibes, as there was so much doom and gloom present within the teaser trailer. With this in mind, a modeler and animator...
Video My Hero One's Justice 2 Gets Its First Shouty Gameplay Trailer
"The destruction starts now"
Earlier this week, Bandai Namco revealed that My Hero One's Justice 2 is headed to Nintendo Switch, and now we can get our first proper look at the game in action thanks to this new (and very loud) gameplay trailer. A sequel to last year's My Hero One's Justice
Video Ever Wondered What An 8-Bit Ni no Kuni Would Look Like?
New trailer gives Level-5's JRPG a retro makeover
With software coming thick and fast to Switch these days, it's never been easier for a game - even a damn fine one - to get lost in the crowd. Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch released on Switch way back on 20th September, but we wouldn't be surprised if it passed you by in the rush of great...
Video Sega Brings The Hype With This New Mario & Sonic At The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Trailer
Just over a month until launch!
We're now just over a month away from getting our grubby mitts on Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, and just to make sure we hadn't forgotten about it, Sega has shared another quick glimpse at the game in this new trailer. If you've missed all of the news on this one so far, this return to the series...
Video 11 Facts About Children Of Morta, A Roguelite Action RPG Slashing To Switch Soon
Keeping it in the family
Well, we haven't reported on this one in a while! Coming from 11 Bit Studios and developer Dead Mage, Children of Morta is the result of a successful Kickstarter campaign which originally included a Wii U version, although you can guess what became of that. As with so many games,
Video Check Out Mortal Kombat 11's The Terminator In Action
Character arrives next week
Mortal Kombat 11 is about to receive its latest fighter in the form of The Terminator (or Terminator T-800, to give it its full name), and this brand new gameplay trailer shows exactly what you can expect to see when it arrives. Terminator T-800 will be playable from 8th October as part of the character's early access...
Video Set Your Sights On This Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition Launch Trailer
Out today
As you can see if you've already clicked on the video, a brand spanking new trailer for Rebellion's tactical shooter Sniper Elite 3 Ultimate Edition has been released to coincide with today's launch on Switch. Our review will be going up later, but for now there's this trailer to get you in the mood. This tactical shooter includes a whole...
Video Check Out Ash And Pikachu In The New Pokémon Anime Series
Gotta watch it all!
Following a poster leak earlier this week, the new Pokémon anime series – known as "Pocket Monsters" within Japan – has now been officially revealed. It will of course star the very best trainer Ash Ketchum and will once again see him travel all around the Pokémon world. The trailer is entirely Japanese and doesn't really...
Video Nintendo UK Reveals The Winner Of Its Link's Awakening Fan Art Competition
So many incredible entries!
To celebrate the return of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening after 26 years, Nintendo UK decided to hold a fan art competition recently where fans could submit something based on this rather unique title. This covered hand-drawn pictures, dioramas, and even cosplay. In the above video, you can see all of the entries...
Video 16 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In October
Some are even spooky!
The spooky season is upon us and it promises to be more action-packed than ever – with 16 exciting releases coming to the Nintendo Switch. While the big one for the month of October is arguably Luigi's Mansion 3, there'll be plenty of other games to enjoy before then. So, without further ado, here's the full list of games you...
Video The Original Yo-Kai Watch Game Coming To Switch Gets A New Trailer
Back to the beginning
Earlier this week we heard how the original Yo-Kai Watch game for Switch would be receiving online battle support, and now Level-5 has uploaded a second trailer for the game to its official YouTube channel. As short as it is, this one provides a much better look at the gameplay and high-definition graphics. It's due out in...
Video Game Freak Introduces The Characters Of Little Town Hero
Not long to go now
Game Freak might be best known for the mainline Pokémon series, but it also likes to make other games. The next one on the way is the RPG Little Town Hero, previously known as 'Town'. With this digital-only release just around the corner, Game Freak has decided to upload a new clip, featuring all of the "attractive" characters...
Video Nintendo Switch Lite Treated To The Flashiest Of New Trailers
"Whoosh" sounds everywhere!
Promotional material continues to fly in for the new Nintendo Switch Lite, all in a bid to tempt fans into a cheeky purchase, and this latest trailer is a particularly flashy affair. The console appears to have had a slightly mixed start; we don't have enough data to truly assess its early performance, and the coming...
Video Beating Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Using Only Shields
No weapons, no bombs
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is the gift that keeps on giving. We've mentioned this before, but despite the game being out for over two and a half years now, players are still discovering new ways to play, beat, break, manipulate, and ultimately enjoy the game. Already in this month alone, we've seen a new bomb...
Video How The CPU Used To Cheat In Street Fighter II
You lose!
Sometimes in fighting games, CPU opponents reach God-like levels. They get to a point where they are seemingly unstoppable - executing combos flawless and taking absolutely no damage, while the player struggles to register a single hit. Although there are a number of retro fighting games that behave like this, one of the biggest offenders...