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Star Fox Update 1.2 Adds Three Battle Stages and Four-Player Split Screen
Nintendo’s September 29 Star Fox update adds three Battle Mode stages, new items and four-player split-screen on one Switch 2 system.
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Nintendo Switch 2 Game-Key Cards: What the Physical Card Actually Does
Nintendo’s September 23 explainer distinguishes game-key cards from full-data cartridges and account-linked digital purchases on Switch 2.
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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Launches on Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo announced Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave as available on Switch 2, with four character storylines that can be played in any order.
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Mario Kart World Update Adds Ten SNES-Inspired Courses
Nintendo’s free Mario Kart World update adds ten classic-course selections to certain modes and introduces two Knockout Tour routes.
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Nintendo Direct September 2026: Metroid, Kirby and Third-Party Reveals
Nintendo’s September Direct covered new Switch 2 games, expanded editions and updates for Mario Kart World, Pokémon Pokopia and Star Fox.
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Nintendo Outlines The Legend of Zelda’s 40th Anniversary Plans
Nintendo’s September 2026 Direct linked Zelda’s 40th anniversary to new game, concert and museum plans, with some events scheduled for 2027.
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Nintendo Announces Two New Switch 2 Bundles for 2026
Nintendo announced Mario Kart World and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort Switch 2 bundles, with U.S. prices and dates that differ by package.
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Pokémon Pokopia Passes Five Million Sales in Four Months
The Pokémon Company reported more than five million Pokémon Pokopia copies sold worldwide in its first four months, including digital sales.
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Pokémon Champions Sets June 17 Mobile Release on iOS and Android
The Pokémon Company International announced a June 17, 2026 iOS and Android release for Pokémon Champions, with preregistration opening ahead of launch.
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Nintendo Indie World March 2026 Spotlights Switch 2 and Switch Games
Nintendo’s March 3 Indie World presented independent games across Switch 2 and Switch, including several releases scheduled for 2026.
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Nintendo Partner Showcase February 2026: Switch 2 Games and Returns
Nintendo’s February Partner Showcase highlighted third-party Switch 2 projects including Indiana Jones, Fallout 4 and Oblivion Remastered.