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Caves of Qud lands on Switch as a massive, systems-heavy roguelike RPG with an expansive open world, a mix of authored content and procedurally generated runs, and deeply crunchy mechanics. While the handheld UI can feel cramped and its difficulty spikes can be punishing, the game remains highly addictive for fans of deep RPG systems and lore-rich worlds.
Super Evil Megacorp adds Alopex as a new playable fighter and five artifacts in a paid DLC for TMNT: Splintered Fate, plus a free update bringing Pepper Runs, a Ninja Ranks prestige system, new combat rooms, and balance tweaks, signaling ongoing Switch support even as the game faces comparison to Hades.
Nintendo confirms Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen are returning to the Switch eShop on February 27, 2026 as part of the Pokémon 30th anniversary. The releases reuse the original content with some modern connectivity updates and GameChat support, and preloads are live. Each title is priced at £16.99 / $19.99, with an official trailer and new screenshots showcasing how they’ll look on Switch.
Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot told Variety that Rayman is a landmark franchise and the Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition on Switch is the first step in its comeback, a digital museum that collects classic versions and bonus content while hinting at future Rayman projects. Some early impressions cite bugs and a revamped soundtrack, with Ubisoft exploring options to swap between old and new music as it navigates broader company restructuring.
Preloads for Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Switch are live in select regions ahead of their February 27, 2026 launch. Each title is listed at £16.99 / $19.99, retains the original content with some connectivity updates, and coincides with Pokémon Day and Pokémon Presents—Nintendo encourages players to preview the game icons on their home screens and share thoughts in the comments.
Nintendo is debuting My Mario wooden block sets (30-piece for $150 or 3-piece for $30) that are Amiibo-compatible for Switch games, along with a free Hello, Mario app for Android and iPadOS that lets kids poke and spin a squashable Mario head and add effects. The line also includes Mario-themed rattles and blankets, and the toys are designed to be age-appropriate while encouraging use with existing Switch titles. The products arrive in the US and Europe starting February 19, 2026, with in-store availability in Nintendo’s physical stores (online availability unclear).
Nintendo has reportedly issued DMCA notices to nearly every Nintendo Switch emulator project on GitHub—Eden, Citron, Kenji-NX, MeloNX, Sudachi, Skyline—marking a renewed push after the 2024 Yuzu lawsuit and related removals; TPM circumvention keys and other console protections are cited as the issue, and while some forks remain, their GitHub visibility may shrink as they are taken offline or moved to private repositories.
Ubisoft and Atari are releasing a physical Nintendo Switch edition of Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, featuring a full cartridge and a swag-packed bundle for $29.99 with a June 26, 2026 launch; the package includes a vinyl sticker sheet, postcards, a reversible cover, and a double-sided poster, while the digital version already includes five versions, a never-before-playable SNES prototype, concept art, and new interviews with the original development team.
Nintendo has issued DMCA takedowns against multiple Nintendo Switch emulator forks and related projects hosted on GitHub (including Eden, Citron, Kenji-NX, MeloNX, Sudachi, and Skyline) as part of an ongoing anti-piracy push; some repositories have shifted to private mirrors or been removed from platforms like GitLab, highlighting Nintendo’s persistent crackdown on Switch emulation projects.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition heads to Switch on February 13, 2026, bringing together five classic ports (PS1, Atari Jaguar, MS-DOS, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance) plus a never-before-played SNES prototype, 120 bonus levels, a remixed soundtrack, gameplay improvements (60-second rewind, infinite lives, invincibility), and an exclusive documentary; a physical release follows on June 26, 2026, with pre-orders live on Atari’s site for $19.99.
Hollow Knight's ver. 1.5.12459 patch rolls out for Switch 1 and Switch 2, adding 21:9/16:10 resolution support, inventory pause, Unity Input System upgrade, dithering options, and fixes like softlocking in City of Tears, adjusted Zote bounce, and smoother map panning; Switch 2 gains improved resolution/frame rate and a new 120fps mode.
Konami surprise-released Super Bomberman Collection digitally on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, bundling seven titles (Bomberman 1–5 plus the NES/Famicom versions of 1 & 2), a new Boss Rush mode, and GameShare; local multiplayer is supported. A full physical release lands later in August 2026 (US Aug 25, UK Aug 28) with Switch 2 getting a deluxe cart edition (€49.99) and a collector’s edition (€69.99) for Switch versions; the Switch 2 cart will not require an initial download to play.
Digimon Story Time Stranger on Switch will get a free Switch 2 upgrade that updates its visuals to the Switch 2 standard when you update on the newer console. On Switch 2 you can pick Quality (4K HDR, up to 30FPS docked) or Performance (Full HD, up to 60FPS) and those options don’t carry back to the original Switch. The Switch 2 version is a Game-Key Card while the original Switch release remains physical; Bandai Namco notes a July launch, and Tales of Arise is also coming to Switch 2 in May.
Nintendo Life reports that Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse, a sequel to Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, is coming to Nintendo Switch on February 19, 2026. The follow-up sticks with the original visual novel framework but adds twists, with writer Takanari Ishiyama returning alongside the first game's artist and composer. If you haven’t tried the first game, our full review calls it a standout, and this sequel should offer more of that eerie, story-driven intrigue.
At Nintendo’s Partner Direct, Switch trailers for Resident Evil Requiem and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle drew attention for bungled gameplay—Leon Kennedy misses a chainsaw hit and strikes a bed railing, while Indiana Jones misses a Nazi boat—more than the action itself. Critics note Nintendo’s apparent tendency to downplay violence in Directs, contrasting with Capcom’s graphic promos, and see a broader industry pattern as more mature games head to Switch; the piece suggests Nintendo prioritizes a family-friendly image over realistic violence in marketing.