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  29

  Soapbox How Nintendo Unexpectedly Taught Me To Love Gacha Games

  From Nah-cha to Got-cha

  Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, how Tim learned to love the lottery... When I first played Xenoblade Chronicles 2 upon its launch, I was ecstatic to once again bond with memorable characters and explore...

  • 8pm
  • Soapbox
  • Features
  • Nintendo
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  News Monster-Fusing RPG Cassette Beasts Lands New Game Mode And Rewards In 'Gauntlet Update'

  Plus, bonus cosmetics in new DLC

  The creature-catching RPG Cassette Beasts has landed a bumper pack of bonus content today, publisher Raw Fury and developer Bytten Studio announced, thanks to the arrival of the 'Gauntlet Update' and 'Fashion Pack' DLC. We'll start with the free stuff. The Gauntlet Update brings the game up to ver 1.7, and the...

  • 5:45pm
  • News
  • Switch eShop
  • Updates
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  Review 8-Bit Adventures 2 (Switch) - A Well-Crafted Ode To Classic RPGs That Goes On A Bit

  Old-school love letter

  It’s been a stellar year for RPGs on the Switch, with even Mario managing to squeak out three of his own within 12 months and a heavily anticipated remake of a Famicom classic hitting shelves this month with Dragon Quest III Remake. But among all these heavy hitters, be sure not to overlook the humble 8-Bit Adventures 2, as...

  • 5pm
  • Reviews
  • Switch eShop
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  9

  News Free 'Fitness Boxing 3' Demo Jabs Its Way Onto The Switch eShop

  Carry progress over to the full game

  Nintendo has announced that a free demo for Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer is now available to download via the Switch eShop. The demo will give players a chance to check out some of the game's core features and songs, with the ability to also carry progress over to the full game when it launches on 5th...

  • 4:15pm
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Demo
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  Guide 133 Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's 'Cyber Deals' Switch eShop Sale (North America)

  Every game we scored 9/10 or higher

  The Black Friday sales are well and truly upon us. The European eShop got treated to a wave of tasty discounts earlier this week and now it's North America's turn. The 'Cyber Deals' eShop sale is now live, with a boatload of titles getting a price c

  • 3pm
  • Features
  • Guides
  • Nintendo
  • Switch eShop
  • Sales
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  67

  News Latest 'Switch 2' Rumour Suggests Nintendo Is Preparing For An Enormous Launch

  Initial shipments could dwarf previous systems

  A new rumour suggests Nintendo is aiming to produce around 7 million units for the launch of 'Switch 2'. Coming fresh from Famiboards (via the GamingLeaksAndRumours subreddit), the same user who took to drawing a sketch last month of what they claimed to be the upcoming co

  • 2:45pm
  • Rumours
  • Nintendo
  • Switch 2
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  38

  Guide Best LEGO Nintendo Switch Games

  Every Switch LEGO game, ranked - including LEGO: Horizon Adventures

  Reformatted and updated with LEGO Horizon Adventures. Enjoy! Many games based on a Danish plastic brick system have graced Nintendo's hybrid system since launch in 2017. Looking back, we've had Switch ports of older Lego games, all-new releases, and even a couple that weren't...

  • 1:05pm
  • Nintendo Switch
  • LEGO
  • Switch Essentials
  • Best Switch Games
  • Guides
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  26

  News N64 Controller For Switch Receives A Tasty Black Friday Discount (Europe)

  Grab it while you can

  If you're in the market for an N64 Controller for Nintendo Switch Online, then you're in luck. Nintendo is currently hosting a Black Friday discount on the peripheral, knocking it down from £39.99 to £27.99 (or €34.99 down from €49.99 in the EU). Naturally, you will need to ensure you're subscribed to Nintendo Switch...

  • 12:45pm
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Black Friday
  • Accessories
  • Nintendo Switch Online
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  131

  News Mario & Luigi's Future In Doubt As A Potential Sony Acquisition Emerges

  Update: Kadokawa acknowledges Sony's offer

  A new report from Reuters has emerged that reveals Sony is potentially in talks to purchase Kadokawa, a Japanese media conglomerate that serves as parent to dozens of entertainment companies. In the gaming space, Kadokawa owns Spike Chunsoft, Acquire, Gotcha Gotcha Games, and FromNetworks, while also...

  • 11:40am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Nintendo
  • Sony
  • Business
  • Industry
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  10

  Random Desperate Fans Visited Retro Studios' Building For Info On Metroid Dread

  I want answers!

  One of the biggest surprises in Nintendo's storied history came in June 2021 when Metroid Dread was finally unveiled for the Switch. Up until that point, the game had fallen into legend, with many fans conceding that it simply didn't exist. One of the most significant catalysts for fan anticipation came via Metroid Prime 3:...

  • 11:15am
  • Random
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Retro Studios
  • Metroid
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  36

  News New Minecraft Movie Trailer Digs Into Steve's Backstory

  "As a child, I yearned for the mines"

  Remember back in September when Warner Bros. revealed the first trailer for the Minecraft Movie and everyone lost their minds because it didn't look great? Well, the second full-length trailer is now here and it looks... better? We guess. Prepare yourselves, folks, it looks like the live-action adaptation will...

  • 10am
  • News
  • Movies
  • Minecraft
  • Upcoming Releases
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  News Switch Online's Missions & Rewards Adds New And Returning Pokémon DLC Icons

  Gotta collect 'em all

  If you've been wanting more Pokémon avatars for your Switch, the Switch Online 'Missions and Rewards' program is now offering new and returning icons. As highlighted by Serebii.net, you can now get icons based on Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's DLC offerings. The first wave is now underway and will be followed by multiple other...

  • 6:30am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch Online
  • Pokemon
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  21

  News Dragon Ball Daima DLC Is On The Way To Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot And Xenoverse 2

  Updates for Xenoverse 2 and The Breakers are now live

  The new Dragon Ball Daima anime series launched last week and as part of this, there's some new themed content on the way to multiple Bandai Namco games. First up, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot will be receiving some new DLC, officially titled 'Daima: Adventure Through the Demon Realm' with part one...

  • 5:45am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Dragon Ball
  • Bandai Namco
  • Updates
  • DLC
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  News Super Mario Party Jamboree Version 1.1.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes

  An update to online play

  Nintendo has released its second update for Super Mario Party Jamboree today bumping the latest build up to Version 1.1.1. This latest update addresses a "bug" linked to online play, where there was a certain type of glitch taking place in certain circumstances. You can see the full explanation courtesy of Nintendo's...

  • 2:55am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Mario Party
  • Updates
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  20

  News Splatoon 3 Version 9.2.0 Arrives Today, Here Are The Full Patch Notes

  Changes, bug fixes and much more

  Nintendo has announced a new update for its multiplayer squid-shooter Splatoon 3 and it's packed with all sorts of adjustments. This latest update most notably makes some changes to amiibo following the Grand Festival and also includes multiplayer changes (including weapon adjustments, Salmon Run and Splatfest...

  • 1:45am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Splatoon
  • Updates
  • Nintendo
  • amiibo
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  26

  News Mortal Kombat 1 Adds Ghostface From 'Scream' In New Switch Game Update

  The latest patch also includes fixes and adjustments

  NetherRealm has been slowly expanding Mortal Kombat 1's DLC roster and it's now confirmed Ghostface from the Scream series will be released next month. Yes, ahead of Halloween, we've also got a first look - showing off the character's skillset...which is basically a knife! Here's a brief look,...

  • 12:55am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Mortal Kombat
  • DLC
  • Updates

YesterdayTue, 19th Nov 2024

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  125

  Guide Best Dragon Quest Games Of All Time - Switch And Nintendo Systems

  Where does Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake rank?

  Update: To celebrate the release of Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, we've completely overhauled our Best Dragon Quest list to include every single Dragon Quest game released on a Nintendo system in the West. Enjoy! Dragon Quest – or maybe you know it better as Dragon Warrior – might be one of the...

  • Yesterday, 4pm
  • Guides
  • All Time
  • Dragon Quest
  • Best Games
  • Square Enix
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  57

  News New Switch Emulator Devs Are Jumping Through Hoops To Avoid A Nintendo Takedown

  Ninjas in 3... 2... 1...

  Earlier this year, the Switch emulator Yuzu was shut down after being caught in the fiery gaze of the great eye of Nintendo. A follow-up based on the same source code, Suyu, appeared shortly after, though it unsurprisingly met the same fate. Now, over eight months on, there's another new kid on the block (thanks,

  • Yesterday, 11:30am
  • News
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Emulation
  • Legal
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  Deals Get Discounted eShop Credit And Switch Games In Nintendo Life's Black Friday Sale

  Save big on new games!

  Black Friday is almost here, which means we've officially entered the season of super-tempting discounts on Switch consoles, games, and accessories, and we're joining in on the fun too by offering you some money off Nintendo Switch eShop credit! From now until Cyber Monday (Monday 2nd December), you can treat yourself to 5%...

  • Yesterday, 5pm
  • Deals
  • Black Friday
  • Nintendo Switch
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  35

  News Mario 64 Speedrunning Declared "Dead" After Insane Feat From "The Greatest Speedrunner Of All Time"

  Time Extension "An unbelievable achievement"

  Famed speedrunner Suigi has claimed all five major records associated with Super Mario 64, effectively enshrining himself as one of the greatest speedrunners of all time (thanks, GamesRadar). There are five categories when it comes to completing Mario's 64-bit debut really fast: 120 star, 70 star, 16 star, 1 star, and...

  • Yesterday, 1:30pm
  • Nintendo
  • Super Mario
  • N64
  • Speedrunning
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  News The Game Awards 2024 Nominees Have Been Revealed - Zelda, Mario And Metroid Nominated

  And DLC is up for 'GOTY'

  We're fast approaching 'The Game Awards' for 2024 and the nominees across each category have now been revealed by the show's creator and host Geoff Keighley. Starting with the 'Game of the Year' contenders, the nominees include Astro Bot, Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong,

  • Yesterday, 2:05am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Nintendo
  • Pokemon
  • The Game Awards
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  62

  News After Almost 30 Years, Japan Finally Has A New Best-Selling Pokémon Game

  Finally overtaking Red and Green

  We knew that it would only be a matter of time, but it seems it's finally official. According to Famitsu, Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has become Japan's best-selling Pokémon game of all time. According to the Japanese outlet, ScaVi has shifted an impressive 8.3 million copies domestically to date, finally pushing...

  • Yesterday, 1pm
  • News
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Pokemon
  • Japan
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  54

  News 'Nintendo Music' Adds Classic N64 Soundtrack, Here's Every Song Included

  The mobile app gets boost power with F-Zero X

  Nintendo has been rolling out regular updates for its Switch Online mobile app 'Nintendo Music' and this week's release adds the N64 soundtrack from F-Zero X. This soundtrack is loaded with 20 tracks all up and has a runtime of 38 minutes. You'll be able to listen to songs like Dream Chaser (Silence),...

  • Yesterday, 1:15am
  • Nintendo Music
  • Switch Online
  • F-Zero
  • N64
  • Nintendo Mobile
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  50

  News Goodboy Galaxy Developer Dramatically Cuts Ties With Physical Distributor

  Update: First Press Games responds

  Goodboy Galaxy Ltd., the developer and publisher behind – you guessed it – Goodboy Galaxy, has confirmed it has ended its contract with physical distributor First Press Games. The latter has been offering up physical bundles of the title on Game Boy Advance, though has been running into frequent significant...

  • Yesterday, 10:45am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Switch eShop
  • Game Boy Advance
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  23

  News Here's A Look At Sonic The Hedgehog 3's New Movie Poster

  Arriving in cinemas next month

  We're getting closer to the final month of the year and that means the blue blur is ready to return in the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. To build excitement, Sega has now shared a look at a new movie poster. As you can see Sonic and his friends are all featured, along with Eggman, Gerald Robotnik, and of course, the...

  • Yesterday, 3:30am
  • Sonic
  • Sega
  • Movies
  • Upcoming Releases
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  UK Charts Mario & Luigi: Brothership Drops Anchor Outside The Top Ten

  Dragon Quest and LEGO Horizon debut even further down

  After missing key data last week, GfK has finally provided an updated look at the UK charts so we can get an idea of where all the newbies have landed. For Nintendo's latest, that's a little way down. The latest look informs us that Mario & Luigi: Brothership got off to a good start last...

  • Yesterday, 5:45pm
  • UK Charts
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • UK
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  News New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Distribution Is Now Available

  Get 'em while they're hot

  The Pokémon Company has kicked off the latest limited-time distribution event for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. This one will be sticking around until 1st January 2026 (so not all that "limited-time", then) and gives you the chance to grab some Evolution Stones or a handful of Vitamins. You'll want to use the code...

  • Yesterday, 1:45pm
  • News
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Pokemon
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  Random Iconic 'DK Rap' Song Has Been Remade 25 Years Later

  With help from rapper 'Substantial'

  If you've been a part of the Nintendo gaming community for a while, then chances are you're well acquainted with 'DK Rap', the charming introductory theme tune seen in 1999's Donkey Kong 64. It's gained significant notoriety and love over the years, though many fans do concede that the song isn't actually that...

  • Yesterday, 2:30pm
  • Random
  • Donkey Kong
  • Nintendo
  • Rare
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  News Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble Update Will Add First-Person Mode

  Sick bags at the ready

  An upcoming update for Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble will bring the game up to version 2.00, adding in a wealth of new modes and options for players to enjoy. Available from 26th November 2024, the new update wil be free for all owners, of course, but Sega is also introducing two downloadable characters via paid DLC in the...

  • Yesterday, 4:30pm
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Sega
  • Super Monkey Ball
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  News Dragon Quest III Remake Producer Would "Love" To See Final Fantasy VI HD-2D

  It's been on his mind for some time now

  Square Enix is on a roll with its HD-2D series, so what could potentially follow after it's done with Dragon Quest's Erdrick Trilogy? Speaking to Inverse recently about Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, the game's producer Masaaki Hayasaka said he would "love" to see Final Fantasy VI make a return,

  • Yesterday, 12:30am
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Final Fantasy
  • Dragon Quest
  • Square Enix
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  27

  Poll What Review Score Would You Give LEGO Horizon Adventures?

  Is everything REALLY awesome?

  Well, here's a sentence that we never thought we'd be writing: we spent the weekend playing the latest Horizon entry on Switch. Yes, LEGO Horizon Adventures has let Aloy and co. out of the Sony playground and onto Nintendo systems for the first time, and now it's your chance to let us know what you make of it. The game...

  • Yesterday, 3:15pm
  • Poll
  • Features
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Lego
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  23

  News Pokémon TCG Pocket Has Already Generated $120 Million Since Launch

  That's a lot of Pokè Gold

  Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, the new mobile app taking the world by storm, has reportedly generated a total of $120.8 million since its initial launch on 30th October 2024 – that's an awful lot of Poké Gold! As reported by PocketGamer (thanks, GamesIndustry), TCG Pocket is averaging out at around $6.4 million in...

  • Yesterday, 12:15pm
  • Pokemon
  • Mobile
  • Pokemon TCG

Monday18th Nov 2024

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  Guide 62 Switch Games You Should Pick Up In Nintendo's Black Friday Sale (Europe)

  Every Switch game on sale that we rated 9/10+

  2024's Black Friday sales are up and running with Nintendo's European Switch eShops featuring a large selection of discounted games — including many first-party Nintendo classics — that are discounted until the sale ends on Sunday 1st December 2024. However, with over 2,000 games discounted, it can...

  • Mon, 5:15pm
  • Guides
  • Nintendo
  • Switch eShop
  • Deals
  • UK
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  17

  News This GameCube Mini Is Downright Adorable

  Time Extension Nintendo, take note

  With the likes of the NES and SNES Classic Editions, Nintendo kicked off a craze for micro-consoles that continues to this very day, with rivals such as Sega, SNK and Taito all getting in on the act and producing similar products. Annoyingly, Nintendo itself hasn't created another 'mini' console for some time, but you know you...

  • Mon, 10:45am
  • Nintendo
  • GameCube
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  35

  Review Stray (Switch) – A Brilliant Game Lands On Its Feet With A Solid Switch Port

  Feline fine

  Nintendo Switch players have been waiting a while to get their hands on 2022’s Stray, the critically acclaimed puzzle-platforming adventure from developer BlueTwelve Studio and one-time PlayStation console exclusive that lets you explore an A.I.-populated cyberpunk world through the perspective of an adorable feline protagonist. While...

  • Mon, 5pm
  • Reviews
  • Switch eShop
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  30

  Mini Review Carpathian Night Starring Bela Lugosi (Switch) - Nails That Classic Castlevania Feel

  Dead good

  Going into Carpathian Night Starring Bela Lugosi, there was an undeniable fear that this would be a cheap, throwaway knock-off of Konami’s Castlevania series; one that we’d rinse in a single sitting before casting it aside for the real deal. Instead, we were treated to an incredibly well-crafted game that can easily stand toe-to-toe...

  • Mon, 8pm
  • Reviews
  • Switch eShop
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  60

  Review ModRetro Chromatic Is So Close To The Real Thing You'd Think Nintendo Made It

  Time Extension An FPGA-based Game Boy Color for $200

  It might seem like a relic from a bygone age to your typical smartphone-using teenager, but the humble Game Boy still has the power to captivate and entertain, even after decades of technological progress. We've seen a community grow up around modding and upgrading Game Boy systems, and Nintendo has tipped the...

  • Mon, 2:35pm
  • Game Boy
  • Reviews
  • Hardware Reviews
  • ModRetro
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  29

  News Nintendo Is Offering An Extra Code With Any 12-Month Individual NSO Purchase

  Bring a friend

  Nintendo has announced a new Black Friday offer in which any individual 12-month Switch Online membership purchase will be granted an additional code to give to a friend. The offer is now in place until 1st December 2024 and is currently valid in the UK and Europe, though if the same is announced for North America, we will update...

  • Mon, 4:30pm
  • Nintendo
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Nintendo Switch Online
  • Sales
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  News Save On Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters In Square Enix's Switch eShop Sale (North America)

  Pixel perfect

  Black Friday is almost upon us (heck, it's already started for most retailers) so, naturally, the Switch eShop sales are about to start coming thick and fast. One worthy of being highlighted today is Square Enix's 'Nintendo Cyber Deals', which brings a swathe of delicious discounts to the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series. The sale...

  • Mon, 5:05pm
  • News
  • Switch eShop
  • Square Enix
  • Final Fantasy
  • Sales
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  16

  News Shiny Rayquaza Is Coming To Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

  Alongside a whole slate of events

  Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is celebrating its two-year anniversary with a bumper list of in-game events, all of which culminate in the arrival of shiny Rayquaza, which you'll be able to get for a limited time via Tera Raid Battles. The black-coloured Rayquaza will be available in Scarlet & Violet from 20th...

  • Mon, 9pm
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Pokemon
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  27

  Review Little Big Adventure - Twinsen's Quest (Switch) - Charisma & Quirkiness Can't Quite Carry A Cult Classic

  You Twinsen, you lose some

  You may not have heard of Little Big Adventure, but if you have, it’s likely you remember it fondly. It popped up on PC in the last months of 1994, then found its way to PlayStation and other platforms. It didn’t shift millions, but it gained cult status for its unique atmosphere, inventive controls, and memorable...

  • Mon, 1pm
  • Reviews
  • Switch eShop
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  49

  Anniversary Donkey Kong Country Is Now 30 Years Old (SNES)

  King K-O-N-G

  Believe it or not, Donkey Kong Country for the SNES has turned 30 years old after originally launching in the UK on 18th November 1994. Often regarded as one of the greatest platformers of all time, Donkey Kong Country was the first in an SNES trilogy from developer Rare, and was really the game that properly kickstarted a fruitful...

  • Mon, 7:15pm
  • Anniversary
  • Nintendo
  • SNES
  • Donkey Kong
  • Rare
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  32

  News We're Really Jealous Of Japan's Incredible New Pokémon Gold & Silver Merch

  Gotta buy 'em all

  The Pokémon Company has revealed a new range of merch based on Pokémon Gold And Silver in celebration of Gen 2's 25th anniversary. We're going to be honest, we're quite jealous. A lot of merch can look pretty grim and tacky, but the selection on offer here is really quite nice. You've got bomber jackets, heat-changing mugs,...

  • Mon, 12:30pm
  • Nintendo
  • Pokemon
  • The Pokemon Company
  • Japan
  • Merch
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  17

  News Surprise! Life Is Strange: Double Exposure Arrives On Switch eShop Tomorrow

  With a physical release coming next year

  Well, here's a pleasant surprise for all the Life is Strange fans out there. After launching on PlayStation 5 last month, Square Enix has today announced that the series' first proper sequel, Life is Strange: Double Exposure, will finally be landing on the Switch eShop on 19th November... wait, that's...

  • Mon, 5:45pm
  • News
  • Switch eShop
  • Upcoming Releases
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  Poll What Review Score Would You Give Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake?

  Quest for the best

  Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake finally adventured onto Nintendo Switch last week and we'd imagine that many of you have spent the weekend diving into this swanky new take on the JRPG classic. Well, if you have been playing along, now's your chance to let us know what you make of it so far. Square Enix's latest remaster is a...

  • Mon, 6:30pm
  • Poll
  • Features
  • Nintendo Switch
  • Dragon Quest
  • Square Enix
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  10

  News My Nintendo Store UK Brings Black Friday Discounts To Select LEGO Sets

  LE(t's)GO

  Black Friday is (almost) here, and My Nintendo Store UK is already getting into the savings spirit with a host of tasty discounts across a range of LEGO sets. Naturally, the one that caught our eye first and foremost was the LEGO Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 set, which has been cut down from £259.99 to £181.99 — okay, it's...

  • Mon, 11:45am
  • News
  • Nintendo
  • My Nintendo Store
  • UK
  • LEGO