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FromSoftware delays The Duskbloods until 2027

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:02:41 +0000

The studio is taking more time to refine the "rules and balance" of the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.

EasySMX S10 Lite review: A Switch 2 fidget toy with a weird removable faceplate

staff@engadget.com (Jessica Conditt) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000

EasySMX is using Elizabeth Holmes levels of pedantry with this faceplate situation.

Nintendo sets an Indie World showcase for October 28

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:06:04 +0000

The stream will run for around 15 minutes and feature games coming to Switch and Switch 2.

GuliKit TT Pro review: The ideal Switch 2 controller for players on the go

staff@engadget.com (Jessica Conditt) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0000

A protective case and an accessory box make it easy to travel with the TT Pro.

We might finally know what's written on that mysterious plaque in Super Mario 64

staff@engadget.com (Lawrence Bonk) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:10:14 +0000

The plaque's message has haunted the internet for 30 years.

One of the rarest GameCube consoles sells for thousands of dollars today

staff@engadget.com (Yoni Yardeni) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:45:00 +0000

While the GameCube came in several colors, a few of the most elusive variations command thousands from game collectors.

What to check if your Nintendo Switch 2 isn't connecting to the TV

staff@engadget.com (Kate Irwin) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Your Nintendo Switch 2 is made to project its display to a TV. If it's not working, there are some things you should check.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake plays even better than it looks

staff@engadget.com (Sam Rutherford) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Link is getting a lot more than just a visual glow up for the new Switch 2 version.

8BitDo Ultimate 2C review: A fabulous Switch 2 controller at a fraction of the price

staff@engadget.com (Jessica Conditt) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Hall effect sticks, haptics and extra bumpers... for how much?

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort hands-on: Bigger and better than ever

staff@engadget.com (Sam Rutherford) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In addition to new events, now you can explore Wuhu Island like never before.

Is a Nintendo 3DS still worth buying in 2026?

staff@engadget.com (Deven McClure) — Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

The Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo's last true portable console. While it stopped getting new games long ago, it can still be a great option.

Nintendo's Mario Kart Tour mobile game is officially dead

staff@engadget.com (Lawrence Bonk) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:23:57 +0000

It joins other smartphone titles in the graveyard, like Miitomo, Dr. Mario World and Dragalia Lost.

Turtle Beach Afterglow review: A Switch 2 controller with the full RGB treatment

staff@engadget.com (Jessica Conditt) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000

This is for the gamer who wants RGB everything.

Nintendo wins $4.5 million from lawsuit over pirated Switch games

staff@engadget.com (Anna Washenko) — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:34:11 +0000

It's easy to win when the defendant is a no-show.

How Nintendo's Game & Watch was inspired by a calculator and boredom

staff@engadget.com (Deven McClure) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000

The Game & Watch line was one of Nintendo's most successful early game projects, and the man behind it was inspired from an unlikely source.

Is the original Nintendo Switch still worth buying in 2026?

staff@engadget.com (Husain Parvez) — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Buying Nintendo's older console used makes plenty of sense, but a one new is much harder to justify.

The GameCube games we still love, 25 years later

staff@engadget.com (Igor Bonifacic) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Here are some of the GameCube games that have held up best over the last 25 years.

Is there any benefit to restarting your gaming handheld regularly?

staff@engadget.com (Isaac Egbon) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Your Steam Deck, Switch or Ally may benefit from occasional restarts. Here's why you should consider it.

GameCube vs PS2: Which retro console is more powerful?

staff@engadget.com (Deven McClure) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

The GameCube and PS2 had different strengths in their exclusive libraries and extra features, but which one had more horsepower for rendering games?

Nintendo's latest sale is 'made possible' by the tariff refunds it's hoarding

staff@engadget.com (Kris Holt) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 15:00:56 +0000

Another way to appreciate customers might be returning their money.