This weekend brings notable discounts on Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the Nintendo Switch 2 console, and the Jurassic World 4K 7-Movie Collection. Our review gave Tomodachi Life a 7/10, praising its creativity-driven civilization simulation while criticizing restrictive sharing features. The Switch 2 is available refurbished for $399.99 ahead of a planned price increase.
IGN has compiled every Nintendo exclusive reviewed at 8 or above on Switch 2, with Donkey Kong Bananza earning the platform's first 10/10. The 3D platformer beats out Zelda upgrades, a new Splatoon RPG, and Mario Kart World for the top spot.
Xbox and PlayStation are both pulling back from cross-platform promotion in their latest marketing moves. Xbox's new Minecraft Dungeons 2 trailer omits PS5 and Nintendo Switch 2 mentions that appeared in previous trailers. Meanwhile, PlayStation has revived its "only on PlayStation" branding for major first-party titles including Marvel's Wolverine and Ghost of Yotei.
Nintendo has officially confirmed that the Switch 2 will cost £419.99 in the UK beginning September 1, a £24 increase over the current £395.99 price. The hike mirrors similar increases across the US, Canada, and Europe, which Nintendo attributes to market conditions and the global business outlook.
Pearl Abyss has outlined an ambitious post-launch roadmap for Crimson Desert, confirming DLC arriving this year and a Nintendo Switch 2 version targeting the first half of 2027. The studio is also conducting extensive research into multiplayer modes while ruling out a mobile port, signaling Crimson Desert as a long-term franchise with potential sequels on the horizon.
Protect your $400 Nintendo Switch 2 with a highly-rated, budget-friendly solution. The JSAUX Screen Protector, available in a 3-pack for $7.10, offers 9H tempered glass protection with 99% transparency. Ideal for heavy users, it's easy to apply and resistant to scratches and fingerprints.
Mojang has confirmed a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft arriving October 27, complete with the new Vibrant Visuals graphics option that brings enhanced lighting and shadows. Existing Switch owners will receive an upgrade path to the new version, though Mojang has not clarified whether the transition will be free.
Charlie Lopresto examines whether Nintendo's recent output — from the Switch 2's uninspired hardware to repetitive remakes — signals a departure from the company's defining philosophy. The piece traces this tension back to the 2000 Spaceworld reveal and Gunpei Yokoi's "Lateral Thinking with Withered Technology" doctrine.
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault will leave Steam Early Access on September 2, launching its 1.0 version across Windows PC, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2. The update adds a story conclusion, new weapons and armor, and a Bomb path ability that makes enemies explode.
Amazon is selling the JSAUX Nintendo Switch 2 Hard Shell Carrying Case for $14.99 after a 30% coupon, making it cheaper than many slim alternatives. The case fits the Switch 2 console with Joy-Cons attached plus either the docking station or a Pro Controller with cables. It also holds up to sixteen game cards and supports 10kg of stacked weight.
