Console Archives could get pre-Famicom Nintendo hardware games
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Hamster has discussed what fans can expect from the Console Archives series, specifically when it comes to potential support for older Nintendo hardware.
In a recent Famitsu interview, Hamster chief technology officer Takamitsu Shimomura was asked about the possibility of pre-Famicom Nintendo hardware for Console Archives such as Color TV-Game. In response, he said (as translated by Nintendo Everything):
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Japanese Nintendo eShop releases for May 7, 2026
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese Switch and Switch 2 release schedule on eShop for the week of May 7, 2026. Various new titles are on the way, highlighted by Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Call of the Elder Gods, Mixtape, and more.
Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina revealed for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
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Today, Aniplex and French-Bread announced Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina for various platforms, including Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. The game is planned to launch in early 2027.
Melty Blood: Twi-Lumina is a new fighting game entry in the Melty Blood franchise. Details thus far are limited.
Here’s what Aniplex has shared:
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle interview: dev on origins, first-person perspective, Switch 2, and more
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The next big Nintendo Switch 2 port is about to arrive with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. With the release fast approaching, we caught up with creative director Axel Torvenius at MachineGames to talk about the game in a bit more depth.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version, as you would expect, was a big talking point with our conversation covering tech specs and fitting the game onto a cartridge. We also spoke about how the game originally came about and the decision to go with a first-person perspective.
5 Pokemon that need evolutions in Winds and Waves
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Ethan in Features, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Today, we’ve listed off five weak Pokemon that deserve some time in the spotlight with a new evolution. It’s possible we could see a Paldea Pokemon receive its own evolution, but for the sake of the list, we’ve kept it limited to Pokemon that have been around for more than a single generation.
Now that Pokemon Winds and Waves have been revealed, it’s time for the fun part: speculating! Pokemon Scarlet and Violet introduced a whole bunch of new evolutions for old Pokemon, so it’s safe to assume Pokemon Winds and Waves will do the same.
More: Game Freak, highlight, Pokemon Waves, Pokemon Winds, top
Super Mario Galaxy 2’s new storybook epilogue explained
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In a bit of a random move from Nintendo, Super Mario Galaxy 2 received an update on Switch and Switch 2 this week that added an all-new epilogue chapter to the storybook. Many were afraid that it would tie into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and its new story additions, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here. So today, we’re going over our interpretation of what this epilogue might mean. We’ll be covering full spoilers for Super Mario Galaxy 2, so keep that in mind before you continue!
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You can now save $10 on physical Splatoon Raiders, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book in special pre-order sale for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
You almost never see a first-party Nintendo game on sale before release, but that’s exactly what’s happened with a couple of upcoming Switch 2 titles as Splatoon Raiders and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book have been discounted.
Both games are currently $10 off. Splatoon Raiders is down to $50 while Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is available for $60. The actual prices you’ll find at most retailers is $60 and $70 respectively.
Madden NFL 27 coming to Nintendo Switch 2
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Madden NFL 27 will launch on Nintendo Switch 2, a listing on the eShop reveals. Specifically, a page has been added to the Japanese store.
Madden NFL 27’s upcoming launch means we’re finally getting the series on a Nintendo console in back-to-back years once again. Madden NFL 26 released last year and it was the first time we saw it on a Nintendo console since the Wii U days.
More: EA, EA Sports, Madden NFL 27
Magical Blush, a a spell-infused 2D action adventure game, announced for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch
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Magical Blush is in the works for Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch, Dangen Entertainment and Alkacer Game Studio revealed today. Release timing for these platforms will be shared later.
Magical Blush is a a spell-infused 2D action adventure game. It features a mix of fast-paced combat with exploration-driven design, offering a fresh take on the Metroidvania formula from a top-down perspective.
We’ve got much more information in the following overview:
Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game trailer introduces Sokka
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Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game has released a new trailer specifically focusing on Sokka.
Sokka doesn’t have any special bending abilities like many characters in the universe do. However, he’s capable of using different weapons and tools, including boomerangs and swords.
