Rare footage emerges of Super Mario 64, Kirby Bowl 64 prototypes
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Now In Game Channel posted a video today (via GameXplain) that gives us new looks at the prototypes of Super Mario 64 and Kirby Bowl 64. The games were on display at Spaceworld / Shoshinkai ’95.
CharlyCNintendo pointed out a number of differences for Super Mario 64 compared to the final version. The game originally had bigger hitboxes for chests, two types of fish that could spawn in Whomp’s Fortress, and changes with the cannon. Some environments were modified for the final version as well.
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Azula revealed Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game
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Azula is officially joining Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, it’s been announced.
Azula is one of the main antagonists of the series. She’s a Firebender who’s on a mission to capture Aang and deliver him to Fire Lord Ozai.
Star Fox will have a day one update on Nintendo Switch 2
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Nintendo is planning a day one update for the new Star Fox game on Nintendo Switch 2, the company has confirmed.
The patch is one you’ll want to download as it’s bringing in major features. Battle Mode as well as GameChat character avatars and AR filters will be properly supported with the update.
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Exstetra remaster announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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FuRyu is working on a remaster of Exstetra for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, the company has announced. Launch timing for these platforms will be shared later.
Exstetra is a fantasy RPG that originally launched on Nintendo 3DS and PS Vita over a decade ago. The game never released outside of Japan, but that’ll now be happening – and English will be fully supported.
Here’s a bunch of information about the title:
Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for May 28, 2026
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese Switch and Switch 2 release schedule on eShop for the week of May 28, 2026. Various new titles are on the way, highlighted by Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Mina the Hollower, and more.
Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 23, 2026 – Tomodachi Life is unbeatable
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The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026 are now available.
You don’t need us to tell you this, but Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is #1 again. The game hasn’t faced a ton of competition as of late, so that’s helped maintain the streak. For newer releases, we do see Rune Dice and Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection on the download-only listing.
Below are the full Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 23, 2026:
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Coffee Talk Tokyo launch trailer – cozy, narrative-driven visual novel lands on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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The official launch trailer for Coffee Talk Tokyo has gone live to accompany the official release. The game, the next standalone chapter in the Coffee Talk series, landed on multiple platforms this week.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:
My Nintendo adds Super Mario – Yoshi Egg Zipper Pouch
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The latest physical reward is now available on My Nintendo, which is the Super Mario – Yoshi Egg Zipper Pouch.
The reward comes just ahead of the launch of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. For those wondering, it measures 9.75″ x 4″.
Here’s the official description from Nintendo:
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My Arms are Longer Now announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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Jackbox Games, along with Toot Games, today announced the upcoming title My Arms are Longer Now. The project is planned for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch with a 2026 release.
Jackbox is known for the Jackbox Party Pack series, but is now giving the publishing route a shot. In My Arms are Longer Now, players will be a “yucky long-armed thief” as they “Snake through levels, retract like a vacuum cord, or put on a sock to seduce a lonely guard – whatever it takes to pull off the perfect heist”.
Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection launch trailer – new bundle of classics on Nintendo Switch
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Coinciding with the launch of Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection on Nintendo Switch today, we have the launch trailer. You’ll be getting six games (technically eight with different versions) here along with some modern features.
Here’s the full lowdown:
