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A pricing error on the Switch 2 eShop led to a massive discount on Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but CD Projekt Red confirmed the original prices were incorrect. Customers who purchased at the discounted rates can keep the games, with new, corrected discounts now in place.
Nintendo Life's October 2025 eShop Selects highlights the top three games based on staff reviews: 3rd place Absolum, 2nd place Xenotilt, and 1st place Ball x Pit, with other notable mentions including Lumo 2 and Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, showcasing a diverse lineup of highly-rated indie and mainstream titles for the Nintendo Switch.
Fans speculate that Pokémon Legends: Z-A may have hidden multiplayer features based on eShop descriptions, despite official confirmation only mentioning single-player mode; further details are awaited, possibly revealed during upcoming Pokémon events.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has released its day one update (version 20.1.1), adding features like network functions, game sharing, online services, and compatibility with microSD Express Cards, which is required for using game key cards and expanding storage. The update also enables linking with smartphone apps and uploading media to the server, with users prompted to update during initial setup.
Nightdive Studios has released 'The Thing: Remastered' on the US Nintendo eShop for $29.99, with a European release delayed until later this month due to unforeseen circumstances. This remaster of the 2002 survival horror game features enhanced graphics and gameplay improvements, including 4K resolution and up to 144 FPS. Players take on the role of Cpt J.F. Blake, leading a team against shape-shifting aliens in Antarctica. The game is also set to release on Xbox consoles and Game Pass.
In celebration of Mario Day, Nintendo is offering discounts on popular games and accessories, including Mario Golf: Super Rush, Mario Party Superstars, a $50 Nintendo eShop gift card, Yoshi’s Crafted World, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Samsung QN90B LCD/LED TV, Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus noise-cancelling kids headphones, Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro, and a 14-day free trial for Nintendo Switch Online. These deals provide opportunities for savings and enhancing the gaming experience for Nintendo Switch users.
Playstack's roguelike deckbuilder game, Balatro, has been removed from European Nintendo eShops after its age rating was changed from 3+ to 18+ by PEGI due to concerns about gambling imagery, despite the publisher's assurance that the game does not contain gambling themes. The game remains available on the US Switch eShop with a 10+ ESRB rating. Playstack is working to resolve the issue and get the game back on sale as soon as possible.
The Hits for the Holidays sale is now live on the Nintendo eShop in North America, offering discounts of up to 75% on a wide range of Nintendo Switch games. The sale runs until January 3, 2024, and includes popular titles such as Metroid Dread, Monster Hunter Rise, and Batman: Arkham Trilogy. Other notable deals include discounts on Among Us, Disco Elysium: The Final Cut, and Super Mario Maker 2. Gamers can browse the eShop for more deals and take advantage of last-minute holiday shopping opportunities.
Nintendo is offering discounts on select Switch games in their Hits for the Holidays Sale on the Nintendo eShop, with some titles discounted up to 50%. Games like Metroid Dread and Red Dead Redemption are included in the sale. Additionally, Nintendo eShop gift cards are available for purchase, with a $10 gift card currently on sale for 10% off at $8.98 on Amazon. The sale offers a wide variety of game deals, and there are also gift guides available for Nintendo fans.
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe can enjoy a free game trial of Fae Farm from November 22nd to 28th. The trial offers full access to the game, which features beautiful visuals and plenty of activities. Fae Farm is also available with a 25% discount in the European Nintendo eShop Black Friday sale.
A new racing game called Burnout has appeared on the Nintendo eShop, but it is not affiliated with EA and Criterion's popular Burnout franchise. Developed by GameToTop, the knockoff game offers a mediocre racing experience with limited modes and poorly designed levels. It features a drifting mode that rewards points for minimal effort and an empty industrial zone devoid of objectives or challenges. The game's low price and misleading name may trick unsuspecting buyers. The presence of such knockoff games on the eShop raises questions about Nintendo's oversight and enforcement of quality standards.
A controversial game called "Need for Spirit Drink & Drive Simulator" has been added to the Nintendo eShop, where players are tasked with delivering alcoholic beverages while continuously drinking them, leading to blurry vision and increased chances of collisions. Despite including a statement discouraging drink driving in real life, the game has received a PEGI rating of 3+, allowing children of any age to experience drink driving on the Switch. The game's presence on the eShop raises concerns about consumer satisfaction and whether Nintendo will allow it to remain available.
The top three games selected for September's Nintendo eShop Selects are Gunbrella, Trombone Champ, and F-Zero 99. Gunbrella is a retro-style action-platformer with a dystopian setting and unique combat mechanics. Trombone Champ is a hilarious game that combines off-tune trombone playing with gyro and IR motion sensors. F-Zero 99 brings back the beloved racing franchise with a chaotic and addictive battle royale formula, featuring retro-style visuals and classic music.
Today's daily deals include a $5 discount on a $50 Nintendo eShop gift card, a sale on games like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and Spider-Man Miles Morales, and discounts on the Mission Impossible movie collection, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, and the Xbox Wireless Controller. Other deals include savings on Metroid Dread, TCL 55" 4K TV, Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller, Vizio M-Series 2.1 soundbar, Neon Genesis Evangelion soundtrack on vinyl, and The Legend of Zelda manga box set. Additionally, the article mentions the release of the Pokemon Go Plus + device, Octopath Traveler II, Kirby's Return to Dreamland Deluxe, Fire Emblem Engage, Like a Dragon: Ishin!, Sonic Frontiers, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and the 2023 55" Hisense U8K 4K Mini LED TV.
Square Enix has discounted the first three Dragon Quest titles on the Nintendo eShop, offering a 35% discount on each game. Dragon Quest, known for its distinct art style by Akira Toriyama and a mix of comedy and epic storytelling, is a popular RPG franchise in Japan and has gained a following in the West. With upcoming releases like Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, this sale presents a great opportunity for newcomers to experience the series.