Pokémon UNITE World Championships 2026 group stage draw show set for July 31

The Pokémon UNITE Championship Series will reveal the group stage matchups for the 2026 Pokémon UNITE World Championships during a draw show premiering July 31 ahead of the tournament in San Francisco. The event will determine how qualified teams are divided across eight groups for the opening day of competition, where each squad will battle … Continue reading Pokémon UNITE World Championships 2026 group stage draw show set for July 31

Nintendo launches Deep Cut-inspired Joy-Con 2 controllers for Nintendo Switch 2

Nintendo has released a new Blue and Light Yellow Joy-Con 2 controller set for Nintendo Switch 2 inspired by Deep Cut from the Splatoon series. Priced at $99.99, the bundle includes both left and right Joy-Con 2 controllers along with matching wrist straps, allowing players to jump into compatible local multiplayer games right away. The … Continue reading Nintendo launches Deep Cut-inspired Joy-Con 2 controllers for Nintendo Switch 2

Splatoon Raiders launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Deep Cut adventure and online co-op

Nintendo has released Splatoon Raiders exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2, introducing a new single-player-focused adventure that sends players across the mysterious Spirhalite Islands alongside Deep Cut in search of treasure. Players take on the role of a mechanic who can customize their character, upgrade weapons and gadgets and battle waves of Salmonids while collecting resources … Continue reading Splatoon Raiders launches on Nintendo Switch 2 with Deep Cut adventure and online co-op

The Duskbloods network test applications open for Nintendo Switch 2 players

Applications are now open for The Duskbloods network test, giving Nintendo Switch 2 players a chance to try FromSoftware's upcoming multiplayer title ahead of launch. Sign-ups are available from July 22 at 7 a.m. PDT through July 28 at 6:59 a.m. PDT, with participants selected on a first-come, first-served basis and results announced Aug. 7. … Continue reading The Duskbloods network test applications open for Nintendo Switch 2 players

Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds new Splatoon Raiders custom designs for Nintendo Switch Online members

Nintendo has released two new Splatoon Raiders-themed custom designs for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, giving Nintendo Switch Online members access to fresh crossover content through the in-game Custom Design Portal. Players with an active Nintendo Switch Online membership can download the designs to decorate their islands, while compatible Splatoon series amiibo figures continue to unlock … Continue reading Animal Crossing: New Horizons adds new Splatoon Raiders custom designs for Nintendo Switch Online members

Melatonin Nintendo Switch Review | A Relaxing Rhythm Game Inspired by Rhythm Heaven

Melatonin on Nintendo Switch is a charming rhythm game that successfully captures the spirit of Nintendo’s Rhythm Heaven series while creating its own relaxing dreamlike identity. Played entirely on Nintendo Switch 2 through backward compatibility, this short but enjoyable experience combines creative rhythm-based mini-games, a pleasing lo-fi soundtrack and a beautiful purple dream aesthetic to … Continue reading Melatonin Nintendo Switch Review | A Relaxing Rhythm Game Inspired by Rhythm Heaven

Pokémon Pokopia launches Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest event with exclusive rewards

Pokémon Pokopia has started the limited-time Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest, allowing players to compete in a timed challenge and earn rewards based on their fastest completion records. The event runs from July 19 at 5 a.m. to July 27 at 4:59 a.m. local time, with players able to begin the contest by speaking with Zorua in … Continue reading Pokémon Pokopia launches Zorua’s Hide-and-Sneak Contest event with exclusive rewards

Nintendo spotlights Rhythm Heaven Groove with Smosh and T-Pain ahead of Nintendo Switch launch

Nintendo has released a new promotional video featuring T-Pain alongside Smosh cast members Angela, Courtney and Chanse showcasing Rhythm Heaven Groove on Nintendo Switch, highlighting the upcoming rhythm game's fast-paced music challenges and local multiplayer features. The video arrives as Nintendo encourages players to try the free demo before purchase, with Rhythm Heaven Groove priced … Continue reading Nintendo spotlights Rhythm Heaven Groove with Smosh and T-Pain ahead of Nintendo Switch launch