| This week's Nintendo Download includes the following content: | - Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2:
- MLB The Show 26 – Compete and leave your mark in MLB The Show 26. Discover new Road to The Show mechanics, deeper Franchise experiences, enhanced customization options and true-to-life on-field action. Compete in the officially licensed Men's NCAA College World Series, rising from a promising high school talent to one of the all-time MLB greats immortalized in the National Baseball Hall of Fame. MLB The Show 26 is available now on the Nintendo Switch system.
- Deadzone: Rogue – Step into a forsaken space station in this fast-paced roguelike shooter where every run is a heated fight for survival. Battle through shifting, procedurally generated corridors overrun with biomechanical creatures solo or with friends online. Scavenge and combine experimental weaponry to grow stronger and evolve with every encounter. Harness powerful gear, wield the elements in high intensity combat and push deeper into the station's heart to uncover secrets. Plus, use Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for smooth loot and shoot action! Fight, revive, adapt and carve your own path through the void – can you survive long enough to conquer the Deadzone? Deadzone: Rogue is available now on the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
- Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics:
- Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness – Experience the extra dimension in this role-playing game released for the Nintendo GameCube system in 2005! Using Shadow Pokémon, an evil organization has unleashed a sinister plot of world domination. With Eevee as your companion, and with the help of numerous friends along the way, you must fight against terrible foes and race against time to snag and purify the Shadow Pokémon and save the world! The Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness game is available now for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack members on Nintendo Switch 2.
- Digital Spotlight:
- Final week of the My Nintendo Mario Kart World Open Series! – Jump into the My Nintendo Mario Kart World Open Series and hit the track for fast-paced fun! This week, test your endurance in Knockout Tour – join with Event ID 3203. You can also take a screenshot of your epic moments from the event and share your best shots online using the Nintendo Switch app! Use #MAR10Day to connect with fellow racers and showcase your best moves. For more information, visit https://my.nintendo.com/news/a78895afee7e446a.
- Sound in Action – Revisit one of Samus Aran's classic adventures with the Super Metroid soundtrack, available now on Nintendo Music! Take a sonic journey around planet Zebes with tracks including "Theme of Super Metroid," "Samus Aran Appears," "Wrecked Ship" and more. For more info, visit: https://www.nintendo.com/us/switch/online/nintendo-switch-online/nintendo-music/.
- Sing Your Heart Out – Hope you're ready for a sing-along, because the Vocal Tracks playlist is available now on Nintendo Music! Warm up your vocal cords with catchy tunes like "Piranha Plants on Parade," "Kapp'n's Sea Shanty – Homeward" and "Calamari Inkantation."
| Nintendo eShop sales on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2: | | Also new this week on Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch 2: | | Also new this week on Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch: | | | SEGA has released a new teaser trailer for the long-awaited Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Movie exactly one year before it is set to make its debut. The short new trailer shows a familiar cast of characters including Shadow the Hedgehog who makes a welcome return. The Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie launches worldwide in cinemas on 19th March, 2027. | | | Today, The Pokémon Company group announced the upcoming release of the next Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket themed booster pack, Mega Shine, March 25, 2026 (evening PDT). | | Mega Shine marks the debut of Mega‑Evolved Shiny Pokémon in Pokémon TCG Pocket, with appearances from Mega Charizard X and Mega Gengar. These new cards will introduce a dazzling new layer to players' Pokémon TCG Pocket collecting experience. | | Players can look forward to discovering new dynamic Pokémon illustrations, with effects that shimmer as players tilt their cards, adding an engaging and visually stunning touch. | - Mega Shine Emblem Event (late March to early April): Players can compete in battles for a chance to obtain new emblems, shinedust, and other items.
- Community Week Event (early April): Players can trade and share cards to obtain trade hourglasses, special accessories, and other rewards.
- Slowpoke Drop Event (early-to-mid April): Players can take on special solo battles to obtain B Series promo packs vol. 6.
- Wonder Pick Event (mid-to-late April):Promo cards featuring Gastly and Wigglytuff will appear in wonder picks. During this event period, there will also be missions that allow players to obtain an event shop ticket which can be exchanged for a promo card at the Shop.
| | The Challenge Mode update for Tomb Raider Remastered didn't quite go as Aspyr hoped with numerous videos posted online about new bugs discovered and some issues with in-game textures. This led to plenty of angry fans online and radio silence from Aspyr with the company even accused of using generative AI to create the new costumes for Lara to wear. Today, the company has issued a statement saying they are hard at work on fixes for the game in an upcoming update. Here's what they said. | | "We hear and appreciate your feedback regarding the recent Challenge Mode update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. Our top priority is the delivery of a patch that will fix the texture issues and technical bugs. In addition, a series of updates are on the way to address a variety of technical issues across all platforms. This is also an opportunity to correct some mistaken information: The outfits in the update were created by our team of artists; no Al generated assets were used in the update. We'll release more details on the patch content and timing as soon as possible. If you'd like to help us prioritize fixes you can report bugs at support.aspyr.com. Thank you for your patience and support." | | | | The entertaining Pokemon Legends Z-A for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 has now been updated to Version 2.0.2. This update is a meagre one judging from the patch notes which state that "several issues have been fixed" so if you're looking for a hefty update then you're out of luck. Pokemon Legends Z-A is available now at retail and on the Nintendo eShop. | Latest update: Ver. 2.0.2 (Released March 18, 2026) | - Several issues have been fixed.
| Thanks to SonicGalaxy27 for sending in the news tip! | | | Nintendo has released a software update for the wonderful Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch, adding amiibo support and preparing for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, launching next week, on 26th March 2026. The amiibo of Elephant Mario, Poplin & Prince Florian, and Captain Toad & Talking Flower release on the same day, and are compatible with both Switch and Switch 2. Version 1.1.0 also adds Polish language support, a prompt to select a user from the HOME menu when booting up the game, and of course, bug fixes and other behind-the-scenes adjustments. The full patch notes are as follows: | Latest update: Ver. 1.1.0 (Released March 18, 2026) | The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch: | - amiibo can now be used. While in a course, select the "Scan amiibo" option from the pause menu to use one.
- You will now be prompted to select a user from the HOME menu when starting the software.
- Additional adjustments and fixes have been made to improve the gameplay experience.
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2: | - Added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition. Those who have purchased it may begin playing on March 26, 2026.
- When starting Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch 2, an entry for the Nintendo eShop now appears on the title screen menu. Selecting it will bring you to the upgrade pack page on the Nintendo eShop.
- Added support for the Polish language.
| | Say what you want about Sonic Racing CrossWorlds but SEGA has been good at providing new characters and karts to choose from. This month has seen the announcement of Red from Angry Birds, Goro Majima, and Arle Nadja from Puyo Puyo joining the team, so it's the perfect chance for SEGA to update the game's key-art to include the newcomers and they've done just that. You can check out the updated art below. | | | Famed video game leaker NateTheHate has commented on the unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 version of Starfield, which wasn't one of the games Bethesda announced during the Partner Direct. Nate says that while the game is still under development for the platform it has not been a smooth process. He went on to say that people need to cross their fingers and hope for the best on the project. | | It's in development but it hasn't been a smooth process. Cross fingers and hope for the best. | | | | SEGA has announced this afternoon that the iconic Mega Man will be landing on Sonic Racing CrossWorlds on Wednesday 25th March. To celebrate the announcement, SEGA has put together a snazzy little trailer which you can view down below as well as giving a sneak peek at Mega Man's exclusive kart. | | Thanks to SonicGalaxy27 for sending in the news tip! | | | THQ Nordic has announced a range of titles for the Nintendo Switch 2 and the original Nintendo Switch. The Destroy all Humans franchise will be coming to Nintendo's latest platform along with the magical 3D platformer Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed. You can read all about today's THQ Nordic announcements down below. | | Destroy All Humans!
Release: Nintendo Switch 2 – June 23, 2026
Crypto is back and humanity is still very much in trouble. Already wreaking havoc on Nintendo Switch, the cult-classic alien invasion lands on Nintendo Switch 2 later this year with richer visuals, denser worlds, improved shaders, and support for full HD up to 1440p resolution. Unleash chaos with powerful psychic abilities, outrageous weaponry, and a sharp sense of humor. Invade Earth, harvest DNA, and remind the human race exactly who's in charge. Includes the Skin Pack DLC! | | Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed
Release: Nintendo Switch 2 – September 15, 2026
Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed releases on Nintendo Switch 2 in September, packed with the Reprobed: Skin Pack and Reprobed: Challenge Accepted DLC. Experience the swinging 60s in full alien glory in a single-player adventure, tailor-made for the platform. Defend a much larger, more open world from those who seek to undermine your mission. Travel the globe, wreak havoc and take revenge on the KGB in this expanded sequel full of destruction, disguises, and hippie-era absurdity. | | Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed
Release: Nintendo Switch 2 – October 6, 2026
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed brings the magic of Disney to life in a vibrant 3D platformer. This beautiful remake sends Mickey Mouse on an epic journey through Wasteland, a realm of forgotten Disney characters. Armed with a magical brush using paint and thinner, players shape both the world around them and Mickey's destiny. Restore beauty or uncover hidden secrets. On Nintendo Switch 2, the adventure shines brighter than ever with: Higher resolution visuals, improved framerate, mouse-style controls using the Joy Con 2 controller and includes the Costume Pack DLC. | | SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide
Release: Nintendo Switch – October 13, 2026
A clash between the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune has unleashed ghostly chaos across the ocean floor and it's up to SpongeBob and Patrick to fix it. Switch seamlessly between the two heroes and combine their unique abilities to overcome challenges and restore balance to Bikini Bottom. Play as SpongeBob and Patrick, master new abilities like grappling and burrowing and experience a brand new ghostly story. The game is fully voiced by the original cast! | | Thanks to Greatsong1 for sending in the news tip! | | | |
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