Nintendo offers free repairs for earthquake-damaged consoles
Nintendo will provide free repairs for consoles and accessories damaged by the July 28 Kumamoto earthquake and donated ¥50 million to relief efforts.
Gamescom 2026 sells out exhibitor space for first time
Gamescom 2026 sold all exhibitor space for the first time, adds major publishers and confirms Opening Night Live lineup and fan events.
Splatoon Raiders review: a solo spin-off for newcomers
Splatoon Raiders shifts the series to solo exploration and treasure hunts, offering accessible progression but lacking Portuguese localization.
Nintendo’s Pictonico! turns your photos into fast minigames
Pictonico! is a free-to-start mobile game that inserts faces from your gallery into short minigames; tech is strong but content and pace limit longevity.
Nintendo’s Calm vs. Rockstar’s Storm: Business Lessons from GTA 6 Release
GTA 6’s November launch froze industry schedules, while Nintendo’s steady remaster strategy shows an alternative business model.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Zelda Remake Closes Show
Nintendo’s June 9 Direct focused on Switch 2 ports and dates, with a Switch 2–exclusive Ocarina of Time remake announced for 2026.
Nintendo raises U.S. price of Switch 2 by $50
Nintendo raised the U.S. price of the Switch 2 by $50 to $500, citing higher memory costs and tariffs; it forecasts lower console shipments next year.
Composer David Wise to Perform at Gamescom 2026
Renowned game composer David Wise will perform live and host meet-and-greets May 1–2 at Gamescom Latam Journey Stage, plus a career panel.
Nintendo sues U.S. over Trump-era import tariffs
Nintendo filed a lawsuit contesting Trump-era tariffs, seeking refunds and arguing the duties were unlawfully imposed.
Nintendo Switch becomes company’s best-selling console
By Dec. 31, 2025 Nintendo had sold 155.37 million Switch units, surpassing the DS and as the company transitions to Switch 2.