Nintendo Suing Bowser Over Switch Hardware Hacks
Nintendo of America is suing Gary Bowser, the hacker and leader of Team Xecuter who prepped several Switch hardware mods for sale last year.
Switch Sales Surpass 3DS Lifetime Sales in 2020
The latest sales data from Nintendo has revealed that the Switch has surpassed the Nintendo 3DS handheld’s lifetime sales numbers. The Switch is well on its way to becoming Nintendo’s best-selling console – ever.
European Consumer Organization Calls for Joy-Con Drift Investigation
A European consumer organization is seeking an investigation into the Joy Con drift issue and whether Nintendo can be sued for failing to protect consumers who experience the issue.
Switch Hackers Arrested for Selling Hardware Mod, ‘SX Pro’
Nintendo has successfully sued a Switch hackers collective for selling hardware mods that advertised piracy features. At least two members of the hacking collective are now behind bars.
The Sinking City Switch is the Only ‘Safe’ Console Version
The developer of The Sinking City says it was forced to remove the game after a licensing dispute with its publisher. The Nintendo Switch version is the only safe version.
Pokemon Unite is a New MOBA on Switch & Mobile
The Pokemon Company has showcased a first look at Pokemon Unite. It’s a new real-time strategy MOBA similar to League of Legends or DOTA 2. Right now, we don’t know when the game will be available.
Tangledeep Switch Update Includes Two New Expansions
Switch owners have been waiting for an update for Tangledeep DLC for nearly a year. To help ease the wait, developer Impact Gameworks has made the first DLC available to Switch owners for free.
Nintendo Switch Lounges Coming to U.S. Airports
Nintendo is expanding its Switch promotion strategy to include ‘Switch lounges’ in select airports across the United States. Travelers can stop by to play the latest Switch games and receive coupons on any Nintendo purchase now through March.
70% of Nintendo Switch Lite Buyers are first time Switch owners
A recent Q&A session for Nintendo investors reveals that 70% of Nintendo Switch Lite purchasers are first-time Switch owners. The smaller form factor and lower price are likely appealing factors to adoption.
FBI busts hacker stealing Nintendo code with disturbing images
The FBI busted a hacker who focused on Nintendo servers since 2016. The 21-year-old man used phishing techniques on Nintendo employees and insiders to leak information about upcoming plans.
The Wonderful 101 is Delightfully Weird – and it’s coming to Nintendo Switch
Platinum Games is turning to crowdfunding site Kickstarter to bring its Wii U exclusive game, The Wonderful 101 to Nintendo Switch and other platforms. This time the game will be self-published.
Top 10 Best Selling Switch Games as of 2019
Nintendo’s latest financial call has revealed some of what we can expect from the company this year. In addition, Nintendo updated their sales forecast for the best selling Switch games as of 2019.
Wargroove DLC Details Revealed
Chucklefish has announced an entirely new DLC designed for co-op play in mind. Several new changes are coming, including a new story campaign!
Tired of Hearthstone? Try Eternal, the Best Card Game on Switch
Are you tired of how greedy Hearthstone feels? Maybe you’re sick of how RNG reliant it can be. Eternal features deep strategy on the same level with Magic: The Gathering in Hearthstone’s easy to parse format. The game is now free-to-play on Switch. Check out our guide on how to get 32 packs for free.
A first look at the world of Cadence of Hyrule
An Indie World presentation gives us our first look at Cadence of Hyrule, the upcoming crossover between Crypt of the Necrodancer and The Legend of Zelda. Cadence of Hyrule is releasing next month.
Metroidvania Timespinner gets Switch release date
Timespinner is a crowdfunded Metroidvania making its way to the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One in June. The game has hugely positive ratings on Steam.
Warlocks 2: God Slayers bringing co-op action to Switch in June
Qubic Games have finally revealed the release date for Warlocks 2, a unique co-op action platformer. Players can choose from five different warlocks to play through the game solo or with friends.
Gato Roboto releasing on Switch this week
Charming 8-bit Metroidvania Gato Roboto is hitting the Nintendo eShop this week. Take a cat on a robotic adventure through an alien world full of treacherous traps and use your feline instincts to survive and save your ship’s captain.
The Swords of Ditto: Mormo’s Curse update now live on Switch
OneBitBeyond has been hard at work on squashing bugs in the microRPG The Swords of Ditto. The 1.17 update is now live for Nintendo Switch users, with plenty of bugfixes and issues addressed.
90% of Hazelnut Bastille Backers want the Switch version
Hazelnut Bastille recently issued a backer update for its Kickstarter campaign. The update confirms the studio has been approved to receive a Switch devkit and a surprising amount of interest in the Switch version of the game.
Yacht Club Games worked hard to publish Cyber Shadow
Yacht Club Games said it took plenty of convincing to get MekaSkull to agree to a publishing deal. He initially said no when they approached him about publishing Cyber Shadow.
Super Meat Boy Forever delayed
Tom Refenes has revealed that Super Meat Boy Forever has been delayed from its April release date. Speaking with RPS at PAX East, he says it will come when it’s finished.
Miyamoto and Aonuma loved Crypt of the Necrodancer
Game Informer has revealed that both Shigeru Miyamoto and Eiji Aonuma loved Crypt of the Necrodancer, which spawned the Cadence of Hyrule spin-off.
Panic Button Bringing Hob & Torchlight II to Switch
Legendary porting studio Panic Button is working on bringing Hob: Definitive Edition to Nintendo Switch. They’re also bringing Torchlight 2 to consoles, though no specific platforms were announced.
Shovel Knight Showdown gameplay from PAX East 2019
Check out this new gameplay video of Shovel Knight Showdown from PAX East that features new characters revealed at the show.