Is it hot in here, or is it just this week's main Switch game?

A last-minute GoNNER delay means that this week's big Switch title is familiar to Wii U owners - ergo, it's brand new. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero makes a quick move up, bringing the bouncy platformer action back to the realm of Nintendo systems capable of portable play. Matt reviewed the Wii U version and noted series fan Zach also discussed the game earlier this year.

For those who like mapping, demons or time travel, we have some great news.

UPDATE: Atlus has confirmed Etrian Odyssey V, Radiant Historia Perfect Chronology and Shin Megami Tensei: Deep Strange Journey for North American release. Original story follows.

A user on the NeoGAF message board has spotted some links on Atlus's website that point to three unannounced localizations.

And a possible physical copy as well.

Another title from the Switch's Japanese launch will be coming out in the West this fall.

Soldam: Blooming Declaration, a new version of the Jaleco puzzle title, will be localized by Dispatch Games this fall as "Soldam: Drop, Connect, Erase". Box art for a physical release was sent with the press statement.

So everyone can stay fresh.

The Splatoon 2 badged Pro Controller for Switch that was announced at the end of the ARMS Direct will be a worldwide phenomenon.

Nintendo of America has tweeted confirmation that the green and pink-handled Pro Controller will launch on July 21, alongside Splatoon 2. No word has been given yet on the release of the special Joy-Con controllers or the Switch system bundle announced at that time.

The first Pokemon Switch game is a fighter.

The Pokémon Direct has announced a Switch game, and four titles coming to 3DS before the end of the year.

Switch will not be bitten by the cold.

EA's first console game for Nintendo in over four years will be launching at the end of September.

FIFA 18 has been confirmed as the final title for the Switch version of the game, which will release on September 29 worldwide. The Switch version was not included on platforms that use the EA Frostbite engine for the game, and will not include "The Journey", a special story mode.

Son, shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.

Pokémon isn't waiting for E3 to bust out the major announcements.

A Pokémon Direct will air tomorrow at 10 am Eastern / 7 am Pacific / 1600 CEST. The video will be 8 minutes long, and promises "Pokémon news". Previous Pokémon Directs have included the announcements for Pokemon Sun and Moon as well as X and Y.

Feeling lucky?

Can't get your hands on the elusive new console? The next time you grab a bag of chips, you might get a new Nintendo Switch to go along with it. Starting today, specially marked Frito-Lay Variety Packs will contain an entry code to get a system and game.

The company promises a Switch will be given... Read more...

They don't want the money... yet.

Nintendo has delivered details about their online service, including the US$ price and the time to jump in.

The "Nintendo Online Service" will cost $19.99 US a year ($3.99 for one month, $7.99 for 3), and its release originally tabbed for fall 2017 has now been pushed to 2018. A free version of... Read more...

The Big Apology is coming.

Saber Interactive is coming through with a benefit for early buyers of NBA Playgrounds who missed the online play - a free game.

Online play for the game was promised the week of launch, but was delayed due to work on other platforms. As an apology, anyone who purchases NBA Playgrounds before the... Read more...

Some fine 2D art awaits.

The Switch continues to pick up indie darlings, as the latest announcement is for an action RPG with an impressive pedigree.

Indivisible was announced for a Switch release today, day and date with its release on other platforms. Developed by LabZero, who previously developed the fighting game Skullgirls... Read more...

The biggest release of the week? It's in Japan.

North America sees a light week on the downloads this week, with a couple of Switch titles on the horizon. Astro Duel Deluxe is already on your local eShop, and you'll want to check out independent editor Justin Nation's review of the game before dropping the $15 or $20 on it. It's a bit of a throwback.

Taking it back to Victorian times.

PC strategy title Ironcast will be coming to the Switch this summer.

Previously announced for Xbox One and PS4, the title is set in an alternate version of 1880's England and involves saving the nation from invading forces using large mechs. Resources are generated randomly so each invasion requires its own strategy.

Plus a new Switch title teased.

After several delays, Runbow Pocket finally has a locked down release date while 13AM Games prepares to move to their next project.

The New 3DS port of the 2015 Wii U eShop hit will release on June 20 for both North America and Europe. The digital version will be lower priced than the retail version... Read more...

Johto Legends promises to be an epic journey for fans.

Pokémon and classical music come together once again with the upcoming release of Johto Legends, a one-hour orchestral album celebrating Pokémon Gold and Silver. Composed and arranged by Braxton Burks, the project is already nearly fully funded on Kickstarter and pre-orders for a deluxe vinyl set are slated to start tomorrow, May 31, at 8am PST on iam8bit.com.

For when you don't get drawn into a three-way dance.

The first weekend of the ARMS Testpunch was a volleyball show, so the second will change it up a bit.

On the Japanese ARMS Twitter account, it was announced recently that the June 2-4 session of the Testpunch will feature Hoops and Skillshot as play options in lieu of the Volleyball mode. Hoops involves using the ARMS to slam the opponent through a basketball hoop, while Skillshot is a competitive target-breaking mode.

It might feel familiar to longtime fans.

One day after the announcement of a medieval brawler, Natsume and Arc System Works have announced another localization in the Kunio series.

Downtown Nekketsu Monogatari SP, a 2016 release in Japan, will be localized by Natsume this fall as River City: Rival Showdown. A remake of the original NES game, this new release adds a time limit with day/night tracking, countering and new advanced techniques.

A date relevant to the interests of at least one staffer.

Sonic Mania will be running away with the end of the summer.

The retro-inspired platformer will launch for Switch and other platforms on August 15, for US$19.99/C$25.99. The date was originally spotted in a Steam trailer for a split-second before its official announcement.

A new trailer has also been released, which shows the Stardust Speedway Zone from Sonic CD as part of the list of zones in the game.

Weapon triangle? Check. Character count? High. Sword excess? Not so much.

This week's edition of Famitsu has confirmed new details on the upcoming Switch/New 3DS crossover Fire Emblem Warriors.

Among the announcements are four playable characters: Marth (Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon), Chrom (Awakening), and two original characters named Shion and Lian. The game will feature... Read more...

Get your splat on!

Last month we gave out a Princess Peach Carrera RC Mario Kart, but this month we have Splatoon themed prizes! Specifically, TWO Official Splatoon Splattershot Mini REAL Splat Guns are up for grabs! Ink included!

If you're backing us on Patreon (at any level) you're already automatically entered!... Read more...