Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid video game console that can be used as both a home console and a portable handheld device.
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The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid video game console developed by Nintendo, allowing players to seamlessly switch between TV mode, tabletop mode, and handheld mode. It features a vast library of games including Fire Emblem, Splatoon, and Two Point Hospital, with many titles receiving high scores. The console has sold millions worldwide, and a successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, is on the horizon.
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A trailer for the Pokémon TCG Pocket Ruler of the Skies expansion will be released on July 23 at 9 AM ET, with the expansion themed around Mega Rayquaza and launching on July 30. The game had surpassed 200 million downloads as of May.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game's new overview trailer showcases offline modes like Story, Arcade, Training, and Combo Trials, alongside online Casual and Ranked multiplayer with rollback netcode. The game launches on July 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and PC.
Registration for From Software's The Duskbloods Network Test on Nintendo Switch 2 is open from July 22 to July 28, with results announced on August 7. Applicants need a Nintendo Switch 2, a Nintendo Account, and an active Nintendo Switch Online membership to participate in the limited, order-based signups.
Publisher Crunching Koalas and developer John Pywell will release the Soulslike action RPG FOUNTAINS for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch in 2026 alongside new DLC. The game originally launched for PC via Steam on December 20, 2024.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a new entry that honors the beloved series' legacy. The game pays tribute to the franchise's history and traditions.
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US video game industry spending dropped 21% in June compared to last year, with hardware spending falling 62% year-on-year. Xbox Series X/S sales more than doubled year-on-year, but this follows a May where sales were the lowest ever recorded for the platform.
Nintendo's European eShop Summer Sale offers discounts on numerous games until August 2nd, with a curated list of 88 titles that received a 9/10 or higher review score. The sale includes highlighted games like 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim at £12.49 and Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Deluxe Edition at £19.99.
Two Point Hospital on Switch is considered the best version of the acclaimed modern classic. The game's sweetness helps make the medical management experience more enjoyable.
Big Walk can be played solo, but it is designed for multiplayer and most puzzles require cooperation and voice communication. The game supports 2 to 12 players with crossplay across all platforms.
Ball X Pit for the Switch is a highly addictive game featuring balanced bouncing mechanics. The review praises its challenging yet fair gameplay and polished design.
The article provides hints and answers for the NYT Connections puzzle on July 22, 2024, with categories including skin irritations, golf terms, social media posts, and zebra features. It also explains the game's rules and color-coded difficulty levels.
Nintendo created Splatoon Raiders as a spin-off instead of Splatoon 4 to offer a new entry point into the series with a single-player, roguelite adventure, moving away from the franchise's standard competitive formula. The developers wanted to release non-competitive elements as a standalone game, while continuing to develop competitive gameplay in future titles.
Splatoon Raiders, an exclusive title for Nintendo Switch 2, launches on July 23 with players taking on the role of the Mechanic to help Deep Cut find treasures guarded by Salmonids across the Spirhalite Islands. The game features a robust progression loop, an RPG-esque gear system, and both single-player and online options.
Stellar Blade has received an ESRB rating for the Nintendo Switch 2, confirming that its mature content, including revealing costumes and breast jiggle during combat, remains intact. The rating follows the game's official announcement for the platform during Nintendo's June Direct with a vague 2026 release window.
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A trailer for the Pokémon TCG Pocket Ruler of the Skies expansion will be released on July 23 at 9 AM ET, with the expansion themed around Mega Rayquaza and launching on July 30. The game had surpassed 200 million downloads as of May.
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game's new overview trailer showcases offline modes like Story, Arcade, Training, and Combo Trials, alongside online Casual and Ranked multiplayer with rollback netcode. The game launches on July 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and PC.
Registration for From Software's The Duskbloods Network Test on Nintendo Switch 2 is open from July 22 to July 28, with results announced on August 7. Applicants need a Nintendo Switch 2, a Nintendo Account, and an active Nintendo Switch Online membership to participate in the limited, order-based signups.
Publisher Crunching Koalas and developer John Pywell will release the Soulslike action RPG FOUNTAINS for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Switch in 2026 alongside new DLC. The game originally launched for PC via Steam on December 20, 2024.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a new entry that honors the beloved series' legacy. The game pays tribute to the franchise's history and traditions.
US video game industry spending dropped 21% in June compared to last year, with hardware spending falling 62% year-on-year. Xbox Series X/S sales more than doubled year-on-year, but this follows a May where sales were the lowest ever recorded for the platform.
Nintendo's European eShop Summer Sale offers discounts on numerous games until August 2nd, with a curated list of 88 titles that received a 9/10 or higher review score. The sale includes highlighted games like 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim at £12.49 and Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Deluxe Edition at £19.99.
Two Point Hospital on Switch is considered the best version of the acclaimed modern classic. The game's sweetness helps make the medical management experience more enjoyable.
Big Walk can be played solo, but it is designed for multiplayer and most puzzles require cooperation and voice communication. The game supports 2 to 12 players with crossplay across all platforms.
Ball X Pit for the Switch is a highly addictive game featuring balanced bouncing mechanics. The review praises its challenging yet fair gameplay and polished design.
The article provides hints and answers for the NYT Connections puzzle on July 22, 2024, with categories including skin irritations, golf terms, social media posts, and zebra features. It also explains the game's rules and color-coded difficulty levels.
Nintendo created Splatoon Raiders as a spin-off instead of Splatoon 4 to offer a new entry point into the series with a single-player, roguelite adventure, moving away from the franchise's standard competitive formula. The developers wanted to release non-competitive elements as a standalone game, while continuing to develop competitive gameplay in future titles.
Splatoon Raiders, an exclusive title for Nintendo Switch 2, launches on July 23 with players taking on the role of the Mechanic to help Deep Cut find treasures guarded by Salmonids across the Spirhalite Islands. The game features a robust progression loop, an RPG-esque gear system, and both single-player and online options.
Stellar Blade has received an ESRB rating for the Nintendo Switch 2, confirming that its mature content, including revealing costumes and breast jiggle during combat, remains intact. The rating follows the game's official announcement for the platform during Nintendo's June Direct with a vague 2026 release window.