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The best Nintendo franchises, ranked

Nintendo is the creator of some of the most beloved franchises in gaming, but which ones are the best? Let's rank the top Nintendo franchises and find out.
Shining Revelry booster pack in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

The best Shining Revelry cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket

Shinies have finally arrived in Pokémon TCG Pocket in a new booster pack with 111 cards, so here are the most powerful and useful cards in Shining Revelry.
A blonde girl rings a bell and a brown haired boy walks behind her. They are surrounded by animals.

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar might fix my biggest problem with farming sims

Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar's most unique feature encourages you to take pride in your work and remember that farming sims are all about community.
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The Nintendo Switch 2 needs this one feature to make it my favorite console ever

With days to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, we're manifesting one last feature request that could make the new portable perfect.
Link pulls out the master sword in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Hey, listen! The Legend of Zelda live-action movie will debut in 2027

The Legend of Zelda movie has an official release date, but Nintendo has left fans in the dark about the tone, story, and casting.
A black and pink Switch 2 joy-con.

Nintendo confirms ‘Switch 2 Editions’ of games in website fine print

The fine print on a new Nintendo website just revealed the existence of "Nintendo Switch 2 Editions" for games.
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Virtual Game Cards: what they are and how they work

There have always been ways to share digital games on Switch, but Virtual Game Cards are making it even easier. Here's everything they do and how to use them.
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Nintendo’s surprise Direct told us more about the Switch 2 than the Switch

Today's Nintendo Direct was supposed to be focused on the original Switch, but it told us a lot more about the Switch 2 and what to expect from it.
The trainer from Pokémon Legend Z-A in a plaza.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A: release window, trailers, gameplay, and more

Are you ready to catch 'em all yet again in Pokémon Legends: Z-A? This will be the next big entry in the series, so let's talk all about what we know so far.
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New Nintendo mobile app will deliver Switch 2 news directly to you

Nintendo has a new mobile app out today and it's designed to deliver news directly to players.
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Game sharing is coming to Switch thanks to Virtual Game Cards

Nintendo has brought a new feature to Nintendo Switch that will let you share digital games between consoles.
Pokemon Legends Z-A Battle Zones

We just got some juicy new Pokémon Legends: Z-A details

While Nintendo only provided a release window, we got some new information on Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
Little aliens dancing in Rhythm Heaven Groove.

Rhythm Heaven Groove brings a cult classic series to Switch next year

Time to practice your timing because Rhythm Heaven Groove is coming to the Nintendo Switch.
Samus holding up a glowing fist in Metroid Prime 4.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond gets a big new trailer, but no release date

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond got a major showing at the Nintendo Direct, but sadly no release date.
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Everything announced at the March 2025 Nintendo Direct

We're doing a live recap of everything announced during the March 2025 Nintendo Direct focused solely on Nintendo Switch.
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A surprise Nintendo Direct is coming tomorrow, but don’t expect Switch 2 news

Nintendo has announced a surprise Direct for March 27, but you shouldn't expect any news on the upcoming Switch 2.
Zelda stares at a landscape in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.

The best Nintendo Switch games for kids

Nintendo has worked for years to be an all-ages console, and they've been largely successful. Here are a few of the best video games on the Switch for kids.
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Before the Switch 2 Direct, let’s revisit Nintendo’s 2017 Switch reveal one last time

It’s almost time. After a tease of an initial reveal back in January, the wait for firm details on the is finally coming to an end. Come , we’ll likely know the system’s specs, price, release date, and its launch games. It’s a moment players have been anticipating for years and something that’s sure to […]
A white-haired woman wielding a sword with a white dragon behind her stares at a black haired man also wielding a sword with a blue and black dragon behind him.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is a jack of all trades that actually can do it all

Guardians of Azuma's brand-new setting gives Rune Factory the chance to improve the familiar formula without changing the game entirely.
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The best Zelda spinoff games

There are more ways to explore Hyrule than the mainline 3D and 2D adventures. These are the best Zelda spinoff games that completely change up the formula.
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The best indie games on Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch has plenty of great AAA games, but it has slowly become a powerhouse platform for indies. Here are the best indie games currently available.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Review: this Wii U classic is a survivor

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stuns thanks to a grand sense of scale that puts equal emphasis on the big and small aspects of its world.
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The best Mario spinoff games

Mario is best known for his platformers, but the plumber isn't afraid to branch out into other genres. These are our picks for the best Mario spinoff games.
Luigi and Mario looking at the camera with unamused expressions in The Super Mario Bros. Movie.

Mario is still cool 40 years later, and Meghan Trainor knows why

Mario has an unlikely pal in Meghan Trainor for Mario Day, who shares why the character is still cool to kids.
The Switch 2 next to a TV with Mario Kart.

Nintendo Switch 2 FCC filings suggest Amiibos are here to stay

Recent FCC filings give us a better idea of what to expect from the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware, including Wi-Fi 6 and NFC support.
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These affordable Nintendo Switch controllers are down to $26

The YUOY Switch Controllers more affordable than the official Joy-Con controllers of the Nintendo Switch, and their price is $24 lower right now from Walmart.
Two men browse the soon to be defunct Wii U eShop.

In the Switch’s final days, Nintendo finally gets serious about eShop moderation

The Nintendo eShop has never been the most user-friendly, but the recent disappearance of a spate of adult-oriented games suggests moderation might improve.
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The hardest levels in video game history

Even an easy game can have a difficult level that stops players in their tracks. These are the most notoriously difficult video game levels we've ever played.
A blue shell in Mario Kart 8.

Nintendo wants fans to race one million laps in Mario Kart 8

Between March 7 and March 17, Nintendo invites fans to race a cumulative total of one million laps in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Triumphant Light pack in Pokemon TCG Pocket.

The best Triumphant Light cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket

If you're looking for the strongest cards to add to your decks from the latest set in Pokémon TCG Pocket, here are the best cards from Triumphant Light.
The new starters for Pokémon Legend Z-A.

All confirmed Pokemon in Pokemon Legends: Z-A

Get ready to fill out your Pokedex again when Pokemon Legends: Z-A arrives. We don't know the full list yet, but here are all the Pokemon confirmed to be there.
Link in promo art for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.

The best Nintendo launch games, ranked

A console's launch lineup sets the tone for the entire generation. Nintendo systems tend to have some of the best games at launch, so we've ranked them all.
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Finally, a good vampire video game to sink your teeth into

Narrative RPG Cabernet let's players decide what kind of vampire to be in a town full of potential friends and victims.
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The best free Nintendo Switch games

We've rounded up the top free-to-play games on Nintendo Switch, from Switch Online exclusives like Tetris 99 and Pac-Man 99 to third-party hits like Fortnite.