I Played Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and It Might Be Capcom's Best Switch 2 Game

Zackery Cuevas — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:23:06 +0000

The demon-slaying samurai game is headed to Nintendo's console without too many compromises. Here are my impressions of its Switch 2 demo ahead of its Sept. 4 launch.

Since its launch, the Nintendo Switch 2 has received immense support from third-party studios, but few compare to Capcom’s output. This year alone, Capcom has released Monster Hunter Stories 3, Pragmata, and Resident Evil Requiem on Switch 2, day-and-date with …

It's Only Been 24 Hours, But I Can't Stop Thinking About Big Walk, the Brilliant Co-Op Hit

Zackery Cuevas — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:06:26 +0000

Big Walk is just as inventive as Untitled Goose Game, House House's previous mayhem-filled release, but with an approach that's all about communication.

Sometimes a game releases that's so clever and innovative, it knocks you off your feet and reminds you of what is possible in an interactive medium. For me, that game is Big Walk ($19.99; reviewed on PC, also available on macOS, PlayStation 5, and

Super Mario Sunshine Is Coming to Switch 2. It's Time to Embrace This Truly Weird Game

Bee Wertheimer — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:01:36 +0000

In a world that increasingly favors perfect averages and hyper-smooth edges, Sunshine’s jagged, funky design is a much-needed breath of fresh air.

Nintendo just announced some great news for gamers with good taste: Super Mario Sunshine is coming to Switch 2. Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members will be able to splash their way through Isle Delfino starting Aug. 13. Between this and Splatoon Raiders, every day it …

You Won't Miss Turf War: Splatoon Raiders Just Made Me a Looter-Shooter Believer

Jordan Minor — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:59:57 +0000

After weeks of hands-on time with Nintendo's newest squid game, I find Nintendo's swerve into looter-shooter territory a surprising success.

With its stylish squid kids blasting each other while dressed in the freshest urban styles, the Splatoon franchise is Nintendo's most modern and youthful series. But the first game, which debuted on the Wii U, is now more than a decade old. Splatoon Raiders ($49.99) marks …

The Best Video Game Subscription Services for 2026

Jordan Minor — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:19:08 +0000

Nintendo Switch Online, PlayStation Plus, and Xbox Game Pass aren't the only gaming-focused subscription services. Explore our top recommendations that give you endless access to awesome games for low monthly fees.

Star Fox Is a Stunning Remake of One of the N64's Best Releases

Will Greenwald — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:08:08 +0000

It's not a truly new Star Fox game, but Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2 impressively revamps Star Fox 64 and adds a few fun new tricks.

Star Fox 64 debuted on the Nintendo 64 in 1997 and was easily one of the system's best games. In fact, it was so successful that Nintendo remade the game twice, once with higher-resolution textures for the 3DS (Star Fox 64 3D) and then completely reimagined for the Wii U …

The Gorgeous, Anime-Inspired Orbitals Is My Frontrunner for Co-Op Game of the Year

Zackery Cuevas — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:33:41 +0000

I played the Switch 2-exclusive Orbitals at Summer Game Fest, and can't wait to grab a friend and solve puzzles when the full game drops on Sept. 3.

At this year's Summer Game Fest, I got my hands on 10 upcoming Switch 2 titles. I wrote about my favorites, including Rayman Legends Retold and Turok: Origins, but I wasn't able to share my impressions about one …

The Best Nintendo Switch Games for 2026

Will Greenwald, Jordan Minor — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 04:42:48 +0000

Looking for a great game to play on your Switch or Switch 2? Check out Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, Hades II, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and the rest of our favorite Nintendo titles.

Splatoon Raiders' Solo Missions Are So Good, I Nearly Forgot About Its Multiplayer Modes

Jordan Minor — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:36:13 +0000

Nintendo's upcoming squid game veers the series into looter-shooter territory, and I dig what I've seen so far, based on a hand-on demo.

With its stylish squid kids blasting each other while dressed in the freshest urban styles, the Splatoon franchise is Nintendo’s most modern and youthful series. But the first game, which debuted on the Wii U, is now more than a decade old. Splatoon Raiders ($49.99) marks …

Star Fox Remake First Look: Why Nintendo's Safe Bet for Switch 2 Is a Winner

Will Greenwald — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:03:08 +0000

Yes, the new Star Fox is yet another Star Fox 64 reimagining, but that means the classic space shooter is now available with gorgeous, 4K graphics. These are my impressions after a recent demo session.

I know what you're thinking: Star Fox on the Switch 2 is Nintendo dipping into the Star Fox 64 well one too many times. I get it. After all, it's a remake of Star Fox 64, with nearly identical mechanics and level design, which means this new …

The Duskbloods Might Be a Masterpiece...If the Online Experience Doesn't Drag It Down

Gabriel Zamora — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:26:47 +0000

FromSoftware's ambitious new PvPvE Switch 2 vampire game looks stunning—but its history with latency-heavy online play raises real concerns about whether it can deliver a smooth competitive experience.

Historically, FromSoftware's single-player games have included online player-versus-player (PvP) elements that were janky and imprecise. I enjoyed dueling across Dark Souls and Elden Ring's worlds, but there was something unmistakably cumbersome with how matches played, largely due to how their latency and hit detection …

Buying Switch 2 Games? How to Spot Game-Key Cards (and One Trick to Avoid Them Entirely)

Jason Cohen — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:20:32 +0000

Nintendo adds a new wrinkle to its game-distribution system. Here's what game-key cards are, how to spot them, and a workaround if you prefer physical games.

Buying a game for the Nintendo Switch 2? There are plenty of games to play, but how you access these games may differ from previous iterations of the console. The Switch 2 supports regular game cards, where the game files fit on …

Ocarina of Time Remake, Call of Duty 4, and More: Nintendo Direct Proves the Switch 2 Can Finally Be Your Only Console

Jordan Minor — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:46:27 +0000

After missing several high-profile, third-party titles over several console generations, Nintendo has transformed the Switch 2 into your destination for all of gaming’s biggest releases, not just Mario and Kirby.

Back in the day, NES fans enjoyed first-party classics like Metroid and Super Mario Bros., as well as notable third-party hits like Contra and Dragon Warrior. That wouldn't last. Over time, Nintendo focused more on novel experiences than on console power (think Wii, Wii U, and the

Switch 2 Upgrade Costs: How Much Every Game Costs to Upgrade From Switch 1

Jason Cohen — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 20:27:52 +0000

Upgrading a Switch 1 game to its Switch 2 Edition can cost anywhere from $0 to $20. Here's the full price breakdown for Nintendo and third-party titles.

Atari Brings Godzilla and Thief Remasters to Summer Game Fest

Zackery Cuevas, Pcmag Middle East Staff — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:24:21 +0000

Atari demoed remasters of Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee and Thief: The Dark Project at Summer Game Fest. Here's how both classics play on modern hardware.

Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

Will Greenwald — Tue, 19 May 2026 13:05:46 +0000

Since his Super Nintendo debut, Yoshi has made a name for himself as much more than Mario's tongue-flinging steed. His latest outing, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book ($59.99 digital, $69.99 physical) for the Nintendo Switch 2, is an engaging and varied romp that takes …

I'm Completely Hooked on The Adventures of Elliot, a Love Letter to SNES Games

Gabriel Zamora — Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:42 +0000

Square-Enix's gorgeous new HD-2D title drops the deep RPG stats for classic SNES-era action and exploration.

Square-Enix’s newest HD-2D title, The Adventure of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, drummed up some nostalgia in me when it was first revealed during a Nintendo Direct last year. I’m always down for a 2D pixel-art game, especially when the Octopath Traveler team is heading development. At a glance, I expected …

In GameChat, New Star Fox for Switch 2 Can Replace Your Face With 8 Characters

James Peckham — Thu, 07 May 2026 14:34:08 +0000

Avatars track head, mouth, and eye movements to turn your face into Fox McCloud and others.

One of the highlights of the Switch 2 is GameChat, which lets you easily talk to and see your friends while playing online. The upcoming Star Fox 64 remake for Nintendo's console adds a new feature that uses your face to power an avatar based …

Pragmata

Zackery Cuevas — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:47:34 +0000

Capcom's been on a tear recently, thanks to several excellent sequels, remakes, and new IPs released across many genres and platforms. Still, I was initially on the fence about the long-gestating Pragmata ($59.99, reviewed on Nintendo Switch 2 has been out for less than a year and has already amassed an impressive lineup of excellent game releases from first and third-party developers. Tokyo Scramble ($29.99) is not one of them. Debuting at …

Mario Kart World

Jordan Minor — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:21:11 +0000

The smash-hit Mario Kart 8 Deluxe represented peak, traditional Nintendo kart racer design. But with Mario Kart World ($79.99) for the Switch 2, Nintendo delightfully breaks expectations via open-world freedom and incredibly crafted modes, including the new (and …

The New Super Mario Wonder DLC Is Fun With Friends, but Lacks the Base Game's Magic

Zackery Cuevas — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 17:13:46 +0000

Is a trip to Bellabel Park worth the price of admission? It depends if you're playing solo or with friends. Here's my take on Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is one of the best platformers you can buy for the Nintendo Switch, so it was an easy candidate for a Switch 2 Edition. Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park includes …

Nintendo Signals Physical Switch 2 Games Will Cost $10 More Than Digital Versions

Michael Kan — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:49:29 +0000

The change already appears on the listing for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Nintendo says it 'reflects the different costs associated with producing and distributing each format.'

UPDATE: Nintendo is denying that it's raising the price of physical game copies. Instead, the company says the change is about lowering the cost of digital game versions.

The company told IGN: "The cost of physical games is not going up. This means that when Nintendo …

I Took Super Mario Bros. Wonder's New DLC for a Spin. It's Fun, But Not Quite Worth the Money

Zackery Cuevas — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the latest title to get the Switch 2 Edition treatment, complete with exclusive characters and new ways to play, but Bellabel Park falls a bit flat in solo mode.

If you're looking for more of the excellent Super Mario Bros. Wonder for your Switch 2, Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park drops on Thursday, March 26. It costs $19.99 if you own the base …

I Played Pragmata, an Action Game With Gunplay as Thrilling as It Is Polarizing

Zackery Cuevas — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Blending shooter and puzzle elements, Pragmata delivers a unique spin on sci-fi action that may prove polarizing. These are my impressions after a recent two-hour demo session.

It's been a while since I last demoed Pragmata, Capcom's unique action game that combines on-the-fly puzzle solving with fast-paced third-person shooting. I got a taste of what to expect during a

It's Mario Day! I Rank the 10 Best Super Mario Games of All Time

Will Greenwald — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:42:50 +0000

This Mario Day, join me in respecting the plumber by debating which titles in his rich catalog are best—am I wrong?

Amazon Ups Pokémon Pokopia Price by $10 Due to High Demand

James Peckham — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:08:33 +0000

It seems those copies were snapped up quickly, too. You can still buy a digital copy for $69.99.

Pokémon Pokopia isn’t officially an $80 Switch 2 game, like Mario Kart World, but a recent price rise on Amazon US may mean you’re paying that to get a physical copy in the coming days.

There are reports of stock constraints …

Resident Evil Requiem Sold Me on Switch 2 Ports, But They're Still a Work in Progress

Jordan Minor — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000

As hardware strength plateaus, Nintendo’s newest console reaps the benefits with a new generation of visually stunning releases, even if some are better than others.

I'm a longtime Nintendo fan, which means accepting graphical compromises compared with the competition—such as the Game Boy's pea-soup-green screen and the Wii's lack of HD visuals. The most aesthetically pleasing Nintendo games, the titles that have aged most gracefully, prove that great art trumps raw horsepower. But objectively speaking, …

Crimson Desert, Marathon, Pokémon Pokopia, and More: 10 Hot Video Games You'll Want to Play in March

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From high-stakes sci-fi shootouts to cozy crafting, March delivers entertaining titles for PC, PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox gamers of all types.

Much like spring flowers, a fresh crop of heavy-hitting games blooms this month on PC, PlayStation 5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X/S. March's lineup …

Pokémon Pokopia

Will Greenwald — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:59:37 +0000

What happens when you take Pokémon, remove the fighting between cute creatures, and add Minecraft's landscape-crafting and Animal Crossing's social focus? You get Pokémon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2, the franchise's first entry in the soothing …

Super Bomberman Collection

Zackery Cuevas — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Few video game characters are remembered as fondly as Bomberman. With more than 40 years' worth of releases under his belt, chances are, like me, you've played at least one of his titles. If you haven't, Super Bomberman Collection ($19.99, reviewed on PC but also available …

Resident Evil Requiem

Zackery Cuevas — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000

The Resident Evil series needs no introduction. After multiple genre-defining entries released over the course of three decades, the survival-horror franchise shows no signs of slowing down. But with Resident Evil Requiem ($69.99, reviewed on PlayStation 5 Pro, also available for PC, Switch 2, also available on PC, PS5, …

5 Mario Tennis Fever Rackets So Good It Feels Like Cheating

Jordan Minor — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:54:18 +0000

Mario Tennis Fever isn't just about quick reflexes—it's about picking the perfect racket. These five Fever Rackets give you the advantage you need to take control and dominate every match.

Mario Tennis Fever, Nintendo's newest sports game starring the iconic plumber, was recently released on the Nintendo Switch 2, and I love it. I like that it blends tennis with unique character stats, …

Mario Tennis Fever

Jordan Minor — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:57:20 +0000

I like tennis. I like video games. So, I thoroughly enjoy the Mario Tennis titles, including the latest entry, Mario Tennis Fever ($69.99 on Switch 2). The sports game features beloved Nintendo characters, arcade-style gameplay with thrilling RPGs. …

Mario Tennis Fever, Resident Evil Requiem, and More: 10 Hot Video Games You'll Want to Play in February

Gabriel Zamora — Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Eager to add something new to your game library? Check out these fun, highly anticipated titles launching on console and PC this month.

February heralds the arrival of several big video games, delivering excellent titles to scratch your entertainment itch across mobile, PC, PlayStation 5, Switch, Switch 2, and

Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined

Zackery Cuevas — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:51:00 +0000

Dragon Quest is having a moment. With the recent HD-2D remakes of Dragon Quest 1, 2, and 3, Square Enix is intent on reintroducing the classic JRPG series to a new audience. This continues with Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined ($59.99, reviewed on Switch but also available …

From Courts to Chaos, I Can’t Wait to Play More Mario Tennis Fever and Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Jordan Minor — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:10:03 +0000

Nintendo's beloved plumber proves once again he can master any genre, blending tennis, platforming, and fighting-game madness on the Switch 2.

Mario has conquered nearly every gaming genre imaginable over his 45-year career. From tennis courts to 2D side-scrolling adventures, there's no formula the iconic plumber can’t step into—and charm millions along the way. Recently, Nintendo invited me to try two upcoming Switch 2 titles: Mario …

Nintendo Is Bringing Back the Virtual Boy, and I Can Confirm It's Just as Weird as You Remember

Will Greenwald — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:05:45 +0000

Nintendo's cult-favorite flop is returning on the Switch. I spent some time with the new Virtual Boy, and all its quirks—and flaws—are still there.

The Virtual Boy is the black sheep of Nintendo's console family. Released in 1995, it was awkward to use, and its start red-and-black "3D" visuals were infamous for causing headaches. Unsurprisingly, it lasted only a year and ended its run with just 22 games. Unless you owned one, those titles …

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