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3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Famitsu sales (8/24/26 – 8/30/26) – first week sales revealed for Elden Ring on Nintendo Switch 2, Metal Gear Solid

The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows: Switch 2 �" 22,265 PS5 Digital Edition �" 6,969 Switch Lite �" 5,001 Switch OLED...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Onimusha: Way of the Sword tech analysis including frame rate and resolution, Nintendo Switch 2 vs. PS5 graphics comparison video

We have not one, but two new Onimusha: Way of the Sword videos that delve into the technical side of things �" namely frame rate and resolution �...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Orbitals launch trailer – retro anime-inspired co-op game releases exclusives on Nintendo Switch 2

Orbitals, the retro anime-inspired co-op game from Shapefarm and Kepler Interactive, has been given a launch trailer.

3rd Sep, 2026 • videogameschronicle.com

Three studios have pitched new Banjo-Kazooie games to Microsoft, says composer

Grant Kirkhope is feeling more optimistic about the future of Banjo-Kazooie

3rd Sep, 2026 • videogameschronicle.com

Sonic is allowed to fire guns in Fortnite because he’s an android, not the real one, Sonic Team boss says

"Sonic will never hold a gun", Takashi Iizuka maintains

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Expect Professor Layton News At Level-5's Upcoming 'Vision 2026 II' Showcase

Will we get a release date? Level-5 has announced a new showcase, appropriately titled 'Level-5 Vision 2026 II', scheduled to take place on 10th S...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Level-5 Vision 2026 2 presentation announced for next week

Level-5 will be holding another presentation next week on September 10, 2026.

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Rumour: A Norwegian Retailer Seems To Think It Knows The Developer For The Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remake

File under "Hmmm". Nintendo has historically been very cagey about who actually develops its games; particularly in the last handful of years.

3rd Sep, 2026 • timeextension.com

Be Honest, Did You Know About This Mushroom-Saving Super Mario Bros. Trick?

Because I DEFINITELY did.

3rd Sep, 2026 • eurogamer.net

Following Nintendo's example, Sony and Microsoft argue they have no obligation to pass tariff refunds onto customers

Lawyers representing Sony and Microsoft have argued, in two separate lawsuits, that the platform holders are not obligated to pass tariff refunds b...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Nintendo Download – September 3, 2026 (Europe)

The latest European Nintendo Downloads for the week of September 3, 2026 are as follows: Switch 2 Retail NBA 2K27 Onimusha: Way of the Sword Orbita...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Random: Sonic Is An Android In Fortnite Because The Real Sonic "Will Never Hold A Gun"

According to Sonic Team's boss, Takashi Iizuka. In case you missed it, Sonic the Hedgehog

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Juliet Is Back! Lollipop Chainsaw's New Game Gets A "World Premiere Demo" At TGS 2026

"Get an early hands-on experience". Last year, Dragami Games announced it was developing a brand-new Lollipop Chainsaw

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

PSA: Final Fantasy XIV Online Free Subscription Period For Switch 2's "Full Version" Ends Next Week

"You can continue playing the Free Trial free of charge". Square Enix's MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV Online

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer

Koei Tecmo readied a launch trailer for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition.

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Nintendo Switch App Update Adds Some Handy New Features

Download it today. Nintendo has already released multiple game updates this week, and it's now rolled out a new software update for its Nintendo S...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Nintendo Switch App 3.5.0 update out now, patch notes

The Nintendo Switch App has just received an update, and version 3.5.0 is now being distributed. Those who upgrade can now access a number of fea...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Caladrius 2: Dark Element gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer

H2 Interactive and Moss have come through with the release date for Caladrius 2: Dark Element.

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Video: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Version 4.0.0 Side-By-Side Comparison (Switch 2 & Switch)

Includes "sharper visuals" and more! Yesterday, Nintendo surprised Mario Kart

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Video: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch graphics and loading times comparison

Following yesterday’s surprise update, we have a new graphics and loading times comparison for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switc...

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Lost Museum: Echoes of the Chromageists announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Another Code and Hotel Dusk writer Rika Suzuki on board

Happinet is making Lost Museum: Echoes of the Chromageists for Nintendo Switch 2, the company just announced.

3rd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Rumour: Nintendo Might Be Updating The Switch 2's LCD Panel

Update: More listings spotted. : It's not uncommon for Nintendo to release subtle hardware revisions, and a new rumour doing the rounds online th...

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault launch trailer – action RPG sequel lands on Nintendo Switch 2

The launch trailer for Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault has been published to accompany the game’s launch.

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Rumor: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced could be bound for Nintendo Switch 2, based on retailer listings

If the latest retailer listings are to be believed, Ubisoft could be putting Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced on Nintendo Switch 2.

2nd Sep, 2026 • eurogamer.net

Iconic Banjo-Kazooie composer is more hopeful about a sequel these days, but knows "like three companies" have already been turned down

Grant Kirkhope - the iconic video game composer behind the Donkey Kong Rap and the Banjo-Kazooie games - thinks a potential Banjo-Threeie is slight...

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Rumour: Retail Listing Suggests Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced May Be Coming To Switch 2

Can open, worms everywhere. Rumours of an upcoming Nintendo Direct are starting to pick up speed, and a new retail listing suggests that a pretty...

2nd Sep, 2026 • eurogamer.net

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gets a surprise Switch 2 update, bringing eight-player split-screen to the evergreen racing game

Nintendo heard us. Our Mario Kart 8 Deluxe parties weren't simultaneously ruining enough frie...

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

UK software sales chart for the week ending August 29, 2026 – Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition debut

The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 29, 2026 is now available.

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

UK Charts: Elden Ring Starts Strong, But It's Metal Gear That Takes The Crown

This is good, isn't it? Well folks, it was a bit delayed this week, but we finally have the latest data for the UK boxed charts.

2nd Sep, 2026 • videogameschronicle.com

Lego Skylines is more approachable than the main Cities Skylines series, but that doesn’t mean it’s basic

Hands-on: Paradox's brick-based spin-off is certainly still packing plenty of detail

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Hot Wheels Infinite Rush shows track builder mode in new trailer

Milestone and Mattel have just shared a new trailer for Hot Wheels Infinite Rush, which is set to launch for Nintendo Switch 2 on September 10.

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Video: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Looks Gorgeous (And So Silly) On Switch 2

8-player split-screen? C'mon. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just recently joined Pi...

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Another Eden Begins demo just released on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, new trailer

Those that want to get an early start on Another Eden Begins can now try out a brand new demo game.

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice is just about here on Nintendo Switch 2, and to celebrate, we’ve got the launch trailer.

2nd Sep, 2026 • videogameschronicle.com

Hideki Kamiya says game preservation matters more to him than whether games are physical or digital

The Clovers co-founder buys games digitally, but wants companies to ensure older titles remain playable

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendolife.com

Feature: Playing Until We Get It Right - How Perfectionism Appears In Gaming

And what we can do about it when we spot it. Breath of the Wild

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game 2.5 update announced, patch notes – Ranked Mode, ragequit jail, more

Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has revealed a new update, which comes in the form of version 2.5.

2nd Sep, 2026 • nintendoeverything.com

Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty has frame rate and resolution modes on Nintendo Switch 2

We have an interesting tidbit about Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition, and we can confirm that graphics settings are included on Nintendo Sw...