The Duskbloods network test participants announced ahead of August sessions

FromSoftware has announced the participant selection results for The Duskbloods network test ahead of its August 21–23, 2026 test sessions on Nintendo Switch 2. Selected players can check their status through their account page, with game data and download codes becoming available on August 18. The multiplayer network test will support up to eight players … Continue reading The Duskbloods network test participants announced ahead of August sessions

Game Freak shares first Pokémon Pokopia development diary with prototype gameplay

Game Freak has released the first Pokémon Pokopia development diary as part of its GAME FREAK Secret Base series, offering an early look behind the game's creation. In the video, Shigeru Ohmori, the game's concept creator and senior director, discusses the origins of Pokémon Pokopia, shares portions of the original project proposal, and showcases prototype … Continue reading Game Freak shares first Pokémon Pokopia development diary with prototype gameplay

Nintendo shares July 2026 monthly highlights for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch

Nintendo UK has released its July 2026 Monthly Highlights video, showcasing some of the biggest games that launched last month for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. The roundup highlights a selection of July releases and gives players a quick look at recent additions to Nintendo's growing software lineup, with more information available through Nintendo's … Continue reading Nintendo shares July 2026 monthly highlights for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch

Pokémon Champions version 1.1.5 update now available with bug fixes

A new Pokémon Champions software update is now available for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems. Version 1.1.5, released on August 4, 2026, includes several bug fixes and improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience. Players must install the update to continue using the game’s online features, with the update available through the Nintendo … Continue reading Pokémon Champions version 1.1.5 update now available with bug fixes

Pokémon Champions reveals August 2026 Monthly Challenge Series, Ranked Battles season and Battle Pass

Pokémon Champions has unveiled its August 2026 competitive lineup, introducing a new Monthly Challenge Series, Ranked Battles Season M-5 and Battle Pass packed with exclusive rewards. The Monthly Challenge Series August 2026 runs from Aug. 20 to Aug. 23 under Regulation M-B using the Single Battle format, with registration opening Aug. 13. Players who complete … Continue reading Pokémon Champions reveals August 2026 Monthly Challenge Series, Ranked Battles season and Battle Pass

Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 1: Bubbly Basin available now on Nintendo Switch 2

The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass has officially begun with the release of Part 1: Bubbly Basin, introducing a brand-new underwater town packed with new adventures, Pokémon, furniture, outfits and building options for Nintendo Switch 2 players. The paid DLC expands the cozy life simulation with buoyant blocks for floating underwater structures, Generate-specialty Pokémon that power … Continue reading Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 1: Bubbly Basin available now on Nintendo Switch 2

Pokémon Pokopia expansion pass icon elements arrive as limited-time My Nintendo rewards

Nintendo Switch Online members can now redeem My Nintendo Platinum Points for limited-time user icon elements inspired by the Pokémon Pokopia expansion pass, featuring designs based on the new content coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 game. The first wave of Pokémon Pokopia expansion pass icon elements is available from Aug. 4 at 6:00 p.m. … Continue reading Pokémon Pokopia expansion pass icon elements arrive as limited-time My Nintendo rewards

Nintendo Switch Online adds ZERO RACERS and D-HOPPER to Virtual Boy library

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members can now play two more Virtual Boy classics with the addition of ZERO RACERS and D-HOPPER to the Nintendo Classics library. ZERO RACERS is a futuristic racing game where players compete through interconnected underground courses while using speed boosts to advance, while D-HOPPER is an action platformer that … Continue reading Nintendo Switch Online adds ZERO RACERS and D-HOPPER to Virtual Boy library