It was released last year. Following the release of Pac-Man Mega Tunnel Battle: Chomp Champs on the Switch eShop in May 2024, Bandai Namco has now announced it will be shutting down this second battle royale entry. In an announcement on social media this week, the company revealed sales of the title would end on…
Read moreFantasy Roguelike 'Absolum' Isn't Out Yet, But It's Already Getting An Animated Series
Absolumely. From everything we’ve seen, Dotemu and Guard Crush Games’ fantasy ‘Rogue ’em Up’, Absolum, is shaping up to be a decent slice of stylish fun. It arrives on Switch in just a few weeks on 9th October, but before we get to see the finished product for ourselves, the studios have made a surprise…
Read moreFeature: Get A Job – 30 Years On, Seiken Densetsu 3's Class System Is Still One Of The Best
Hi, I’d like apply to be a Fenrir Knight. Who doesn’t love a job or class system in an RPG? From endlessly levelling jobs and sub-classing skills in Final Fantasy V to building the perfect teams and pairings in Octopath Traveler, classes bring a level of customisation and character that feels pretty unique to the…
Read moreRound Up: The Reviews Are In For Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 On Switch
Peach In Spaaaace. We are mere days away from the long-awaited arrival of Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Switch (at least, the second one has been long-awaited). The new bundle arrives on 2nd October, and the reviews have started rolling in. Our very own Ollie Reynolds put virtual pen to virtual…
Read moreAnother Pixel Art Zelda-Like Is On The Way, But This One Stars A Pig
Swine and dine. What if the Zelda series starred the Grim Reaper? What if it starred a pig? These are questions we all ask on a daily basis, right? Well, Spindle is here to answer them. This upcoming pixel art action adventure is set to arrive on the Switch eShop on 13th October, and it…
Read moreNinja Gaiden: Ragebound Gets Another Update, Here Are The Patch Notes
Fixes aplenty. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound has received another update following a recent patch to improve the game’s frame rate when played on Switch 2. This one is more focused on general bug fixes and gameplay improvements, but it’s a welcome update nonetheless. Highlights include fixes to soft-locks and freezing scenarios, collision issues, improved visual consistency,…
Read moreReview: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Switch) – Still Out Of This World
Luma-nescent. Reviewer’s note: Although this is a Switch 1 release, we were only permitted to play the game on Switch 2 during the review period. On launch day, we’ll update the text below with specific Switch 1 performance impressions. I have to admit, prior to this review, it’s been a while since I played either…
Read moreFinal Fantasy Tactics Launch Day Artwork Features A Special Triangle Strategy Crossover
Triangle of Happiness. After years of waiting for news of a remaster, Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles is finally here. Square Enix’s hotly anticipated tactical RPG has marched onto Switch and Switch 2 today, and it’s getting launched in style thanks to some rather swanky new art. The first piece comes from Akihiko Yoshida…
Read moreEven Capcom Was Surprised At How Well Resident Evil Requiem Runs On Switch 2
Master of unlocking potential. When Resident Evil Requiem was announced for the Switch 2, we must admit to being a little surprised that the game could conceivably run well on Nintendo’s new console. We weren’t the only ones either. According to a new interview with Famitsu (thanks, wccftech), director Koshi Nakanishi said that the development…
Read more“I Feel A Great Responsibility To Get It Right” – Naoki Hamaguchi On The Pressure Of Remaking Final Fantasy VII
“I find myself torn about how best to adapt it on a daily basis”. Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade will finally make its way onto the Switch 2 early next year on 22nd January 2026. For many, the 1997 original stands as one of the most iconic games of all time, and it’s certainly up…
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