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Nintendo launches compatibility information website for Switch & Switch 2 games Nintendo has launched a new website for users where they check the compatibility of Switch games when played on Switch 2. The site includes information for both physical and digital versions of Switch software. Those using the site can search for any game available on Switch to check whether the game’s behavior on Switch 2 is consistent with Switch, or if the behavior varies in some way. via

Nintendo launches compatibility information website for Switch & Switch 2 games

Nintendo has launched a new website for users where they check the compatibility of Switch games when played on Switch 2. The site includes information for both physical and digital versions of Switch software. Those…

Kirby Air Riders Runs On Bandai Namco’s New SOL-AVES Engine Kirby Air Riders has its “Global Test Ride” event happening now on Switch 2, and using the demo, some have found some interesting details. Namely,  Kirby Air Riders is using a new game engine from Bandai Namco called SOL-AVES. Bandai Namco had previously mentioned that they’ve been working on a new game engine, but very little was said about it in the past few years.

Kirby Air Riders Runs On Bandai Namco’s New SOL-AVES Engine

Kirby Air Riders has its “Global Test Ride” event happening now on Switch 2, and using the demo, some have found some interesting details. Namely,  Kirby Air Riders is using a new game engine from Bandai Namco called SOL-AVES. Bandai…

A New Goonies II?  – The Good Old Days Review The adventure is one of the original staples of the gaming world.  These games really hit their stride starting in the 8-bit era with games like Simon’s Quest and Metroid.  Rather than a simple platformer, you were instead required to explore a vast area and find hidden equipment, accomplish tasks, and make your way through a story that built as you played. 

A New Goonies II?  – The Good Old Days Review

The adventure is one of the original staples of the gaming world.  These games really hit their stride starting in the 8-bit era with games like Simon’s Quest and Metroid.  Rather than a simple platformer, you were instead required to explore a vast…

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice receives ‘Game Modes’ trailer Bandai Namco an has released a new 12-minute trailer for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice introducing the game’s modes. The trailer showcases modes including: Story Mode – You’ll be able to relive the final battle, which is currently airing in the anime, from a unique, game-specific perspective, and with your own actions at the core. Experience the emotional impact of the final battle to its climax, thanks to stunning graphics and impactful presentation.

My Hero Academia: All’s Justice receives ‘Game Modes’ trailer

Bandai Namco an has released a new 12-minute trailer for My Hero Academia: All’s Justice introducing the game’s modes. The trailer showcases modes including: Story Mode – You’ll be able to relive the final battle, which is currently…

Code Vein II Lou MagMell character trailer released Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for Code Vein II,  showcasing the character Lou MagMell. Lou MagMell is “a Devoted Revenant, blessed with the power to traverse time,” bound to the protagonist by blood. Code Vein II is releasing on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Steam on January 30, 2026. You can see the trailer below

Code Vein II Lou MagMell character trailer released

Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for Code Vein II,  showcasing the character Lou MagMell. Lou MagMell is “a Devoted Revenant, blessed with the power to traverse time,” bound to the protagonist by blood. Code Vein II is releasing on…

Until You Fall – Masterclass roguelite VR game or low poly mess? Until You Fall places you in the role of the last Rune Knight of Aethelgard, a fallen city ravaged by a magical catastrophe known as the Calamity. The narrative premise is streamlined but effective, serving as a powerful justification for continuous combat: you must descend into the corrupted ruins of the city to fight the source of the evil. While the story delivers core fantasy lore through brief interactions and environmental details, it wisely focuses on the emotional motivation which is restoring the city and fighting to the bitter end.

Until You Fall – Masterclass roguelite VR game or low poly mess?

Until You Fall places you in the role of the last Rune Knight of Aethelgard, a fallen city ravaged by a magical catastrophe known as the Calamity. The narrative premise is streamlined but effective, serving as a powerful…

Wizordum Now Supports User-Generated Content on Consoles Apogee Entertainment and Infogrames sent out the following Today, Apogee Entertainment, alongside Infogrames, a publishing label of Atari, is excited to announce that console players will now be able to access content created by the Wizordum Community utilizing the official in-game level editor. The pixel-based fantasy first-person shooter Wizordum on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.

Wizordum Now Supports User-Generated Content on Consoles

Apogee Entertainment and Infogrames sent out the following Today, Apogee Entertainment, alongside Infogrames, a publishing label of Atari, is excited to announce that console players will now be able to access content created by the Wizordum…

Grand Theft Auto VI delayed to November 19, 2026 Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed until Thursday, November 19, 2026. Hi everyone, Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026. We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and deserve.

Grand Theft Auto VI delayed to November 19, 2026

Rockstar Games has announced that Grand Theft Auto VI has been delayed until Thursday, November 19, 2026. Hi everyone, Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026. We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize…

Ultima-Inspired RPG Made By Fable & Dungeon Keeper Creator Coming To Switch Nov 20, 2025 Fluttermind has announced that Moonring DX will be coming to Nintendo Switch on November 20,2025. Fluttermind is the studio run by Dene Carter, co creator of franchises like Fable and Dungeon Keeper Travel, trade, sneak, fight and sail the world of Caldera in this retro-inspired open-world, turn-based RPG, featuring a mix of hand-crafted world and procedural dungeons. Five hundred years ago, the land of Caldera was plunged into endless darkness.

Ultima-Inspired RPG Made By Fable & Dungeon Keeper Creator Coming To Switch Nov 20, 2025

Fluttermind has announced that Moonring DX will be coming to Nintendo Switch on November 20,2025. Fluttermind is the studio run by Dene Carter, co creator of franchises like Fable and Dungeon Keeper Travel,…

Echoes of Elysium launches on Steam Early Access December 4 Loric Games, in partnership with Snail Games, are ecstatic to announce that their new airborne open-world RPG crafting game Echoes of Elysium is coming to Steam Early Access on December 4th. Build your ship, chart your course, and take to the skies alone or with friends and discover clockwork wonders that clash with ancient mysteries in an untamed paradise! To celebrate the 

Echoes of Elysium launches on Steam Early Access December 4

Loric Games, in partnership with Snail Games, are ecstatic to announce that their new airborne open-world RPG crafting game Echoes of Elysium is coming to Steam Early Access on December 4th. Build your ship, chart your course, and take to…

Dotemu Releases MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Deep Dive Dotemu sent out the following Dotemu released a new video today diving deep into Tribute Games' approach to building the roster starring in MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, the tag-team beat 'em up channeling the golden eras of classic MARVEL storylines that's launching Dec. 1 on PC, Nintendo Switch 1 & 2, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. (

Dotemu Releases MARVEL Cosmic Invasion Deep Dive

Dotemu sent out the following Dotemu released a new video today diving deep into Tribute Games' approach to building the roster starring in MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, the tag-team beat 'em up channeling the golden eras of classic MARVEL storylines…

The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit Demo Now Available on Nintendo Switch Retroware sent out the following If you've yet to get a taste of the pixelated peril that awaits in The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit, now's your chance to do so. Retroware is excited to announce that a demo for the game is now available to download on the Nintendo Switch eShop. With this demo, owners of Nintendo's hybrid console can get a taste of the latest AVGN game's unforgiving precision platforming and brutal boss battles from the comfort of their own Nerd Rooms (or even while trying to land an F14 on an aircraft carrier)!

The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit Demo Now Available on Nintendo Switch

Retroware sent out the following If you've yet to get a taste of the pixelated peril that awaits in The Angry Video Game Nerd 8-Bit, now's your chance to do so. Retroware is excited to announce that a demo for the game is now…

Titan Quest II – Major Update Adds Character Creator and Explanation Tooltips THQ Nordic sent out the following Heroes, the next big update for Titan Quest II is live today! This latest patch introduces two exciting additions: Character Creator: Customize your hero's appearance and share your creations with the community Explanation Tooltips: Dive deeper into Titan Quest II's intricate mechanics with detailed, nested tooltips that clarify how abilities and stats work…

Titan Quest II – Major Update Adds Character Creator and Explanation Tooltips

THQ Nordic sent out the following Heroes, the next big update for Titan Quest II is live today! This latest patch introduces two exciting additions: Character Creator: Customize your hero's appearance and share your…

Ashborne Games Shares the Vision Behind The Guild – Europa 1410 THQ Nordic sent out the following Brno, Czech Republic / Vienna, Austria, on this fifth day of November, in the Year of Our Lord 2025: Hear ye, hear ye! When a famed lineage of games proclaims a return to its roots, the hearts of loyal followers oft stir with joy and expectation. So it is with The Guild - Europa 1410.

Ashborne Games Shares the Vision Behind The Guild – Europa 1410

THQ Nordic sent out the following Brno, Czech Republic / Vienna, Austria, on this fifth day of November, in the Year of Our Lord 2025: Hear ye, hear ye! When a famed lineage of games proclaims a return to its roots, the hearts of…

One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 launches Nov 21 alongside Future Island Egghead Pack Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo developer Omega Force have announced that the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 versions of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 will launch on November 21 alongside the downloadable content pack “Future Island Egghead Pack,” which includes new playable characters Rob Lucci, Jewelry Bonney, and S-Snake. One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 first launched for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and…

One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 for PS5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 launches Nov 21 alongside Future Island Egghead Pack

Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo developer Omega Force have announced that the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2 versions of One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 will launch on November…

Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration DLC ‘The Namco Legendary Pack’ Releasing Nov 13 Atari and Digital Eclipse have announced that the Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration dlc “The Namco Legendary Pack” will launch on November 13 for $7.99 “The Namco Legendary Pack” features the fan-favorite PAC-MAN for Atari 2600, along with an assortment of titles from the Atari 2600, Atari 5200, and Atari 7800, including GALAGA, DIG DUG, XEVIOUS, and…

Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration DLC ‘The Namco Legendary Pack’ Releasing Nov 13

Atari and Digital Eclipse have announced that the Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration dlc “The Namco Legendary Pack” will launch on November 13 for $7.99 “The Namco Legendary Pack” features the fan-favorite…

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection – Flawless Victory, Or Total Brutality To Fans? Jon's Thoughts I have been a fan of the Mortal Kombat games for most of my life, and that is not an exaggeration as I first played Mortal Kombat II on SNES when I was five years old.  The series has always been one of my favourite fighting game franchises, and I even got the PS4 specifically to play Mortal Kombat X.

Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection – Flawless Victory, Or Total Brutality To Fans?

Jon's Thoughts I have been a fan of the Mortal Kombat games for most of my life, and that is not an exaggeration as I first played Mortal Kombat II on SNES when I was five years old.  The series has always been one of…

Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE coming to PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC AMATA Games has announced it will release the Cat Hui Trading LLC-developed shmup Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store in 2026. The title was first launched for Famicom / Nintendo Entertainment System on December 16, 2024. AMATA Games will port and distribute the game for modern platforms, and the release will include both the Famicom and Nintendo Entertainment System versions, with both having different storylines, and a new gallery mode.

Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE coming to PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC

AMATA Games has announced it will release the Cat Hui Trading LLC-developed shmup Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store in 2026. The title was first launched…

Rabbiman Adventures – Can this educational game really be just as fun as Mario? Rabbiman Adventures departs from the traditional high fantasy setting and story of its genre, in favor of cultural and educational themes. In Rabbiman Adventures you play as a young boy named Yasha who is from a Modern Orthodox Jewish family. Yasha and his siblings discover a fantasy realm behind a magical secret room found in the family home. It is in this realm that Yasha transforms into the hero of the story, Rabbiman.

Rabbiman Adventures – Can this educational game really be just as fun as Mario?

Rabbiman Adventures departs from the traditional high fantasy setting and story of its genre, in favor of cultural and educational themes. In Rabbiman Adventures you play as a young boy named Yasha who is from a Modern…

Train Sim World 6 Deluxe Edition – Just another simulation game, or something more? Train Sim World 6 (TSW6) is a simulation game so that means that it doesn’t have a story. What it does have is random events and train faults. These elements give the game a narrative element in the sense that it provides scenarios that the player must adapt to. For instance, you could be headed to a station and be told that there is a switch malfunction and you have to flip the track switch or risk a collision with another train.

Train Sim World 6 Deluxe Edition – Just another simulation game, or something more?

Train Sim World 6 (TSW6) is a simulation game so that means that it doesn’t have a story. What it does have is random events and train faults. These elements give the game a narrative element in the sense that it…

Terminator 2D: NO FATE Delayed To December 12, 2025 Reef Entertainment has announced another delay for Terminator 2D: NO FATE. The game will now release on December 12, 2025. Hi everyone, First of all, we want to start by saying thank you. We know you’ve waited longer than expected for the release of Terminator 2D: NO FATE, and we truly appreciate your patience and support throughout this journey. The physical components for all editions have now finally arrived, following the ongoing delays that pushed us off our previous schedules.

Terminator 2D: NO FATE Delayed To December 12, 2025

Reef Entertainment has announced another delay for Terminator 2D: NO FATE. The game will now release on December 12, 2025. Hi everyone, First of all, we want to start by saying thank you. We know you’ve waited longer than expected for the release…

Tokyo Wars Is This Week’s Arcade Archives / 2 Release HAMSTER has announced Archives 2 Tokyo Wars for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, and Arcade Archives Tokyo Wars for PlayStation 4 and Switch, both launching on November 6. The battle for Tokyo! Which side will you join: the Green force or the White force? Tokyo Wars is an action shooter released by Namco Limited (current Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1996.

Tokyo Wars Is This Week’s Arcade Archives / 2 Release

HAMSTER has announced Archives 2 Tokyo Wars for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch 2, and Arcade Archives Tokyo Wars for PlayStation 4 and Switch, both launching on November 6. The battle for Tokyo! Which side will you join: the Green force…

Nintendo details plans for growth including “acquiring dev companies,” pursuing more non-gaming avenues & more With its recent Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 report, Nintendo has detailed its three-point plan for future growth.. According to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, the 3 main investment areas for Nintendo are game development, non-game entertainment and Nintendo Accounts. Furukawa also noted that development would include acquiring other development companies There are three main investment areas (to strengthen our business foundation):

Nintendo details plans for growth including “acquiring dev companies,” pursuing more non-gaming avenues & more

With its recent Q2 Fiscal Year 2025 report, Nintendo has detailed its three-point plan for future growth.. According to Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa, the 3 main investment areas…

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree – Too ambitous or a masterpiece of modern gaming? In Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, you play as Towa, a priestess who must lead a group of "prayer children" to defeat the malevolent Magatsu and restore peace to her village. This narrative is not delivered in a linear fashion, but rather through character relationships and interactions with villagers in the central hub. A key emotional element is that to defeat each boss, a guardian must make a sacrifice to the Sacred Tree, which is a surprisingly heavy and impactful concept.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree – Too ambitous or a masterpiece of modern gaming?

In Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, you play as Towa, a priestess who must lead a group of "prayer children" to defeat the malevolent Magatsu and restore peace to her village. This narrative is…

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond “Survive” Trailer Released Nintendo and Retro Studios have released a new trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, entitled “Survive.” Take on the role of Samus Aran, who finds herself transported to Viewros—a mysterious planet once inhabited by an ancient race. Now she must explore this planet, all while battling the strange creatures that inhabit it, to find her way home. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond will be released for Switch 2 and Switch on December 4. You can see the trailer below

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond “Survive” Trailer Released

Nintendo and Retro Studios have released a new trailer for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, entitled “Survive.” Take on the role of Samus Aran, who finds herself transported to Viewros—a mysterious planet once inhabited by an ancient race. Now she must…

Warhammer Survivors Coming In 2026 Auroch Digital has announced Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced rogue-like survivors game, launching in 2026. Developed and published by Auroch Digital (Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun) in partnership with poncle (Vampire Survivors) and ​​Warhammer​​​​​​, Warhammer Survivors takes the relentless and charming pixel-vomit gameplay and fuses it with the globally renowned grimdark of the Warhammer universe​s​. Endorsed as part of the official Survivors lineage, this standalone game brings familiar tides of endless enemies with fresh twists, iconic characters, and powerful weapons, packaged in an entirely new setting.

Warhammer Survivors Coming In 2026

Auroch Digital has announced Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced rogue-like survivors game, launching in 2026. Developed and published by Auroch Digital (Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun) in partnership with poncle (Vampire Survivors) and ​​Warhammer​​​​​​, Warhammer…

Darwin’s Paradox! delayed to 2026, Switch version cancelled in favor of Switch 2 release Konami and developer ZeDrimeTim have announced a delay for Darwin’s Paradox! from its previously planned 2025 release window to 2026, and that the Switch version has been cancelled. Instead, it will launch on Switch 2, alongside the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Steam versions.  Embark on a grand adventure worthy of a true animated movie with Darwin, an octopus as charming as he is clever, ripped from the ocean and trapped in a massive and mysterious industrial complex.

Darwin’s Paradox! delayed to 2026, Switch version cancelled in favor of Switch 2 release

Konami and developer ZeDrimeTim have announced a delay for Darwin’s Paradox! from its previously planned 2025 release window to 2026, and that the Switch version has been cancelled. Instead, it will launch on…

Cho Aniki Collection announced for Steam Edia has announced that it will release Cho Aniki Collection for Steam for 6,800 yen (7,480 yen with tax), and the release will support English and Japanese language options. A release date was not announced.     The first game in the legendary Cho Aniki series of shooting games created by Masaya, Cho Aniki (PC Engine), and the second game in the series, …

Cho Aniki Collection announced for Steam

Edia has announced that it will release Cho Aniki Collection for Steam for 6,800 yen (7,480 yen with tax), and the release will support English and Japanese language options. A release date was not announced.     The first game in the legendary Cho Aniki…

Rocky Horror Show Video Game Launches on PlayStation – Update Available on Steam & Switch Bit Bot Media and FreakZone games have released a PS5 version of the Rocky Horror Show Video Game. This new and updated version of The Rocky Horror Show Video Game  includes improved cut scenes and gameplay, bug fixes, Playstation Trophies, a "New Game Plus" campaign which unlocks after beating the main game, that includes Audience callouts and lots of surprises. The new update is also available on Steam and Switch.

Rocky Horror Show Video Game Launches on PlayStation – Update Available on Steam & Switch

Bit Bot Media and FreakZone games have released a PS5 version of the Rocky Horror Show Video Game. This new and updated version of The Rocky Horror Show Video Game  includes improved cut scenes and gameplay,…

Aggelos – Trying too hard to be retro, or a must play game with a retro appeal? The story of Aggelos is that you’re a silent knight protagonist. You happen to come upon Princess Lys in the forest who is in distress. Princess Lys asks that you take her back to her castle. It is there that Princess Lys and her father King Gentel reveal that an evil being by the name of Valion is threatening to tear a permanent hole between the world of light and the world of darkness.

Aggelos – Trying too hard to be retro, or a must play game with a retro appeal?

The story of Aggelos is that you’re a silent knight protagonist. You happen to come upon Princess Lys in the forest who is in distress. Princess Lys asks that you take her back to her castle. It is there that Princess…