Aspyr issues statement in response to claims that Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered’s new update uses AI
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
A new statement has come in from Aspyr in which the company denied that Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered recently used generative AI for some of its content.
Last week, Tomb Raider 1-3 Remastered received a major update with its Challenge Mode. However, fans weren’t happy with the results. The unlockable outfits in particular have drawn criticism and some players feel that they’re not up to quality standards. Some went as far as to claim that the outfits make use of generative AI.
Nintendo seems to have improved GameCube emulation on Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in GameCube, News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
It took some time, but it looks like GameCube emulation has been improved on Nintendo Switch 2.
Previously, one of the major issues plaguing the service was input lag. Another problem cropping up was analog sensitivity. While latency still isn’t where some would like to be, the first issue has now been addressed.
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Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake review for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Nicholas Serpa in Reviews, Switch 2 | 0 comments
System: Switch 2
Release date: March 12, 2026
Developer: Team Ninja
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
There’s that first moment, in every great horror game, when the player reaches that dark room… you know, the one that’s just a bit darker than the ones that came before. You have to enter the room, of course; it’s the only place left to go. You’re running low on resources, so in the back of your mind, you worry something is going to jump out at you and finish the job. Reluctantly, you press forward… and nothing happens. Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake does this a lot. So, you breathe a sigh of relief, and enter the next room… and that’s when the exact thing you were dreading happens.
2026 Triple-i Initiative showcase announced
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The Triple-i Initiative is returning for a 2026 show, it’s just been announced. The event airs on April 9 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM in the UK / 6 PM in Europe.
The show will feature 45 minutes of back-to-back trailers. Expect to see gameplay reveals, world premieres, and other announcements across 40+ games.
Here’s some additional information about the event:
Hollow Knight: Silksong update 5 announced, patch notes
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Carlos in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Team Cherry has announced a fifth patch 5 for Hollow Knight: Silksong, bringing along some notable additions to the game. Labeled as version 1.0.29926, this marks the final major update ahead of the upcoming DLC Sea of Sorrow.
The patch includes standard bug fixes and performance improvements, as well as updates to the Chinese and German translations. The developer has confirmed that the update will be released soon for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Here’s the full rundown:
THQ Nordic announces Destroy All Humans 1 and 2, Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
THQ Nordic has announced a few new games for Nintendo Switch 2 with Destroy All Humans, Destroy All Humans 2 – Reprobed, and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed for the system. All of these games will be released throughout 2026.
Additionally, we have a note on SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide. This one was previously launched on Nintendo Switch 2, but will now come to the original Nintendo Switch.
Here’s some information about the different titles:
Ninja-Kid 2 is this week’s Console Archives game on Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Hamster is continuing its rollout of Console Archives games for Nintendo Switch 2, and the next one on the docket is Ninja-Kid 2. Look for it tomorrow, March 19.
UPL first released the game in 1988. The action title has players exploring different area as they journey to take down Ashura.
Here’s some additional information:
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Pokemon Pokopia 1.0.2 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Pokemon Pokopia has officially been given its first post-launch update with version 1.0.2.
We previously heard that a few bugs were planned to be fixed along with a couple of improvements. With today’s patch, the different problems have been addressed. If certain issues were previously encountered, they will now be automatically resolved.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Splatoon 3 11.1.0 update announced, patch notes
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo has announced a new version 11.1.0 update for Splatoon 3. It will be released tomorrow night – March 18 in North America / March 19 in Europe.
According to Nintendo, the patch is focused on changes to matchmaking and multiplayer balance. Aside from adjustments to weapons, there are also modifications to X Battle matchmaking.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness hits Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2 in March [update: out now]
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
February 27: We have an update on Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness on Nintendo Switch Online. As was announced during today’s Pokemon Presents, the game is launching on the service in March for Nintendo Switch 2.
We previously knew this would be happening at some point, but it wasn’t clear when the release would be taking place. Pokemon Colosseum is also planned but there’s currently no word on when it’s dropping.
Below is the official trailer:
