Metacritic’s 16th annual game publisher rankings released, Nintendo ranks #12
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Metacritic just went live with its 16th annual publisher rankings, and as usual we’re able to get a look at Nintendo’s placement. The company did see an improvement this past year.
Previously, Nintendo ranked #22 in 2024. In 2025, the company was actually powered by past titles – Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom’s new Nintendo Switch 2 Edition scored well with critics and were some of the highest rated releases. Another game that did well was Donkey Kong Bananza, which had a score of 91. Drag x Drive was one title which lowered Nintendo’s Metascore.
Rumor: Nintendo Switch 2 production to be cut by over 30% due to weak US sales
Posted on 2 months ago by Cris-(chito) in General Nintendo, News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
In a new report, Bloomberg claims that Nintendo is planning to lowered their output of the Switch 2 due to weak sales in the United States. The company had originally planned to produce six million systems for this quarter, but now they are looking to make six million, with the reduced output rate set to continue in April.
Back in November, Bloomberg had reported that Nintendo was preparing to supply over 20 million units within the console’s first year on the market. Nintendo Switch 2 had a record breaking launch with high optimism for the console, until reports of slow sales started appearing after launch, and even into the holiday season. Even then, the system managed to sell 17.37 million units by December 31, 2025.
The top 10 best Super Mario games ranked
Posted on 2 months ago by Ethan in DS, Features, General Nintendo, Switch, Switch 2, Wii, Wii U | 0 comments
Nintendo recently celebrated its favorite holiday, MAR10 Day – which means there’s no better time to rank the mainline Super Mario titles. For reference, this only includes games that the company considers to be “main series”, which generally includes 2D Mario and 3D Mario, but not Wario Land or Yoshi’s Island (even though the former was called Super Mario Land 3 and the latter Super Mario World 2). It also includes Super Mario Run, for whatever reason, and as you might expect that game is nowhere to be found on our list.
Before you read, keep in mind that this is of course a heavily subjective list, and it’s more to promote all of you ranking your own lists in the comments down below than anything else. Feel free to share your thoughts after you read our top ten!
Vaporeon, Flareon, Jolteon getting the Pokemon Build-A-Bear treatment
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The latest Pokemon have been revealed for the Build-A-Bear line, which will have Vaporeon, Flareon, and Jolteon getting the plush treatment.
Typically we’re used to seeing these roll out one at a time, but given the original Eevee evolutions, it makes sense to have all three up at once. Fans can make their own plush in select Workshops or shop the online bundle for its 5-in-1 sound and sleeper. All three come with a cape.
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie reveals McDonald’s Happy Meal promotion
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
There’s even more news about The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and this time it’s for a partnership with McDonald’s with the fast food restaurant planning a special Happy Meal.
The promotion begins on March 26, 2026. When active, visitors will be able to stop by and pick up a Happy Meal featuring keychains from the film. Mario, Luigi, Peach, Toad, Rosalina, Bowser, Bowser Jr., Luma, and Birdo are featured. This even includes Mario in his Frog Suit.
Nintendo details PAX East 2026 plans
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch 2, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Nintendo will be attending PAX East 2026 next week, and the company has confirmed plans for the show.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, Pokemon Pokopia, and Pokemon Champions will be playable. Additionally, attendees can check in at the Nintendo desk in the North Lobby to sign-up for a My Nintendo account or use their existing account to receive My Nintendo Platinum Points as well as a Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park acrylic character standee while supplies last.
Nintendo and others set Guinness World Record for World’s Smallest Popcorn Container as part of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Promotions continue for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and now Nintendo and Illumination, Universal Pictures, and Zinc Group have achieved a Guinness World Record for the World’s Smallest Popcorn Container.
The popcorn collectible is inspired by Bowser’s tiny cauldron from the upcoming film. It’s said that this “represents the latest example of the growing role of theatrical collectibles in creating immersive cinema experiences, giving audiences a unique way to celebrate the worlds and characters they love long after the credits roll.”
Limited Run Games announces renewed fan-first focus with improved communication and more consistent experience
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Today, Limited Run Games announced future plans for the company, which involves a fan-first focus for the company.
Limited Run says that it will be “celebrating the community, strengthening communication, and delivering a more consistent experience around every release.” Josh Fairhurst previously stepped down as president and stewardship of the brand and business operations will now be led cooperatively by COO Nic Ashford and CFO Brendan Madigan with the two overseeing operations and fulfillment and Madigan overseeing business performance and partner support respectively.
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The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary predictions
Posted on 2 months ago by Ethan in Features, General Nintendo, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
This year, The Legend of Zelda series is celebrating its 40th anniversary. And today, we’ve got a bold prediction for what we’ll see for its big anniversary: absolutely nothing.
In all seriousness, though, the timeline doesn’t line up for there to be a new 3D or 2D Zelda anytime soon. Tears of the Kingdom was in development for well over five years, and it released in 2023. Given that games are only getting bigger and more ambitious since then, there’s no way a new 3D Zelda would be ready even within another five years – it’s likely going to take a little longer than that. Likewise, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom released in 2024, and though we don’t have an exact development timeline, it’s safe to assume it started shortly after the Link’s Awakening remake wrapped up in 2019. That being said, it’s entirely possible that we see ports or a simple remake this year, though nothing has yet been confirmed at the time of writing. Some fans are even convinced that there will be a Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct – but there’s no way Nintendo has enough content coming up to pull that off, right?
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White House now using Wii to promote Operation Epic Fury attacks against Iran
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Wii | 0 comments
Earlier today, the White House posted a new video on social media for Operation Epic Fury, which has dragged Nintendo into the discussion for its use of Wii footage.
The clip starts out by offering a different take on the Wii Channels that were popular back in the day. After that, the clip is cut between gameplay from Wii Sports and Wii Sports Resort as well as attacks on Iranian military infrastructure.
