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  • Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Slowed Over Christmas… Here’s What It Means for 2026

    Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Slowed Over Christmas… Here’s What It Means for 2026

    Switch 2 came out swinging in 2025 — huge launch, loads of buzz, and that classic “Nintendo’s done it again” energy. But Christmas is the real test for any console. Not the day-one fans… the mainstream gift-buyers. And that’s where the story gets interesting: Switch 2’s sales momentum reportedly slowed over the November–December holiday window,…

    January 13, 2026
  • Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026: The First-Party Games We Know — and the Ones We Don’t

    Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026: The First-Party Games We Know — and the Ones We Don’t

    2026 is shaping up to be one of the most interesting years in Nintendo’s modern history — not because of what Nintendo has loudly announced, but because of how much remains unsaid. The Switch 2 is now firmly on the horizon, and while Nintendo has confirmed a handful of first-party titles for the system’s early…

    January 5, 2026
  • Devon Pritchard – The Next Era of Nintendo of America

    Devon Pritchard – The Next Era of Nintendo of America

    When Nintendo announces a leadership change, it rarely comes with fireworks. There’s no dramatic keynote, no flashy trailer, no logo sting. And yet, these moments matter. Because the person at the top of Nintendo of America doesn’t just oversee business decisions — they help shape how Nintendo presents itself to millions of players across the…

    January 5, 2026
  • Grading Nintendo’s 2025 – A Year of Change, Confidence, and Caution

    Grading Nintendo’s 2025 – A Year of Change, Confidence, and Caution

    2025 was never going to be an ordinary year for Nintendo. After nearly a decade defined by the success of the original Switch, this was the moment when everything had to shift forward without losing what made the company so widely trusted. Nintendo was asking players to believe that the next era would feel familiar…

    December 19, 2025
  • The Most Exciting Nintendo Switch 2 Announcements at The Game Awards 2025

    The Most Exciting Nintendo Switch 2 Announcements at The Game Awards 2025

    The Game Awards 2025 delivered a strong showing for Nintendo fans, especially those eager to see what the Switch 2 is truly capable of. From ambitious new IPs to long-awaited franchise returns, this year’s announcements painted a picture of the future. Let’s dive into the biggest reveals, plus a recap on what Nintendo won at…

    December 12, 2025
  • Nintendo Switch 2 Six Months Later… Is It Actually Worth It?

    Nintendo Switch 2 Six Months Later… Is It Actually Worth It?

    It has been six months since the Nintendo Switch 2 hit the shelves, and the first year of the system is finally coming into focus. With massive expectations, a passionate fanbase, and the challenge of following one of the best-selling consoles of all time, the Switch 2 launched under more pressure than any Nintendo system…

    December 9, 2025
  • We Waited 7 Years for Metroid Prime 4… Was It Worth It?

    We Waited 7 Years for Metroid Prime 4… Was It Worth It?

    Seven years of waiting, two console generations, and a mountain of hype — Metroid Prime 4 Beyond is finally here. But after delays, a full reboot, and sky-high expectations built on the legacy of Prime, the reviews tell a very different story. This is the moment we put fantasy and reality side by side to…

    December 5, 2025
  • Only TWO Nintendo Games Nominated?! What Happened at The Game Awards 2025

    Only TWO Nintendo Games Nominated?! What Happened at The Game Awards 2025

    The Game Awards 2025 are here, and while Sony and Xbox came loaded with heavy hitters, Nintendo made its mark with quality over quantity. With just two first-party nominees — Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World — the company proved it still knows how to deliver unforgettable experiences. But that’s not all; several third-party…

    November 28, 2025
  • Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Preview – This Could Be Nintendo’s Next Masterpiece

    Metroid Prime 4 Beyond Preview – This Could Be Nintendo’s Next Masterpiece

    It’s finally happening. After years of silence, reboots, and rumors, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is real — and it’s already shaping up to be something special. For nearly two decades, fans have been waiting to see Samus Aran return to first-person exploration. And now that early previews are out, one thing’s clear: this isn’t just…

    November 19, 2025
  • I Played the Kirby Air Riders Test Ride… and I’m Worried

    I Played the Kirby Air Riders Test Ride… and I’m Worried

    When Nintendo first announced Kirby Air Riders, it felt like the perfect comeback story — a modern revival of one of the GameCube’s most underrated cult classics, Kirby Air Ride. The promise of high-speed, pink puffball chaos on the Switch 2 had fans, including me, buzzing. Early previews painted a picture of a bold experiment…

    November 10, 2025
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