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End of an era for decades-old PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii U as GameStop officially declares them retro — change means faulty or 'aesthetically unfortunate' consoles that can still power on are now accepted for trade-in

GameStop has declared that the Sony PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Nintendo Wii U are now officially retro consoles, with the change now allowing trade-in of any console that still powers on, even if they are faulty or "aesthetically unfortunate."

Tom’s Hardware

Nintendo Switch 2 update brings Handheld Mode Boost — unlocks higher resolutions and TV-mode performance for original Switch games

With the new Handheld Mode Boost feature, the Switch 2 can run games as if docked even in handheld mode, delivering better visuals and performance.

Tom’s Hardware

Nintendo casually releases Switch 2 update that makes almost every OG Switch game run better, so you can take any of your favorites on the go without sacrificing performance

Games that use touch or motion controls seem to be the exclusions

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Leaked 'Pokémon Winds and Waves' Screenshot Reveals Early Switch Build Before Major Switch 2 Upgrade

A leaked "Pokémon Winds and Waves" beta screenshot reveals an early Nintendo Switch build, offering a rare preview before its planned Switch 2 release in 2027.

Player One

The Switch 2 just got an upgrade that literally changes everything for Switch 1 games

This is a massive surprise, and a brilliant one at that

The latest Nintendo Switch 2 update takes handheld mode to the next level — I've tested it and the results are 'incredible'

The latest Switch 2 system update has added a new feature that dramatically improves the visuals in original Switch games.

TechRadar

'Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen' Continue to Top Nintendo Charts—Could This Start Switch Remasters?

'Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen' continue to be at the top Nintendo eShop charts for the Switch ports.

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Donkey Kong Bananza devs want to make sure Mario and DK's games feel different: "Is there perhaps a slightly different kind of person that might prefer one character over the other?"

"What sort of things could Mario not do?"

GamesRadar

"Some ideas from Donkey Kong Bananza" may inform Nintendo's next big project, producer says, but "the standard is really what will feel fresh to a player in a new title"

"Probably, we'll see the same sort of phenomenon as we did when going from Super Mario Odyssey to Donkey Kong Bananza"

GamesRadar

The starter you pick in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen means a lot more than you might think — here's why you need to choose carefully

Playing Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen? You’ll want to pick your starter carefully – but not for the reason you may think.

TechRadar

Donkey Kong Bananza devs admit the blatantly OP elephant transformation "probably went too far," but "it's fun" and "that's what matters most"

The Super Mario Bros. Wonder connection is a "complete coincidence"

GamesRadar

Game companies say “don’t use our IP.” The US government keeps doing it anyway

Not the first time the Trump administration used video games to forward its politics.

Destructoid

We asked Nintendo point-blank about Donkey Kong Bananza's biggest mystery: They wouldn't tell us who Pauline really is

Pauline's true identity will have to be left to our collective "imagination"

GamesRadar

After 48 hours, I've realized Pokopia is my ideal Pokemon game and humans were the problem all along

Now Playing | Pokemon Pokopia has me in a chokehold, and I'm convinced that's because humans are out of the picture

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Tom’s Guide

Pokémon Pokopia is the cozy game I've been looking for — and it's worth buying a Switch 2 to play

Pokémon Pokopia is a charming open-world sandbox that’s worth upgrading to a Nintendo Switch 2 just to play.

Player One

Nintendo Switch Online Unveils 'Pokémon Pokopia' Giveaway for Subscribers: Here's How to Redeem

Nintendo Switch Online subscribers have a gift waiting for them when they play Pokémon Pokopia. Here's how to redeem it.

TechRadar

I took the Virtual Boy on an 11hr flight — the best part was telling the flight attendant how terrible it is

I thought it would be fun to test the Virtual Boy on a flight — it wasn't worth the headaches and carry-on space.

The Independent UK

Trump administration mixes Nintendo game video with real Iran strike footage

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The Independent UK

White House splices Iran strike footage with Wii game in bizarre video

The Trump administration has released a bizarre video that splices footage from a Nintendo Wii game with real-life drone strike videos from the conflict in Iran.

TechRadar

Just got a Nintendo Switch 2 for Pokémon Pokopia? Keep your new console safe with these cases and screen protectors

If you've just got a Nintendo Switch 2 for Pokémon Pokopia, it's crucial to keep your new system safe — these are the cases and screen protectors I'd recommend.

PC Gamer

Bluepoint tech boss suggests Sony's scared of Valve, not Microsoft, and that's why it's pulling back from PC: 'It would be quite ironic if Valve ultimately ended up winning the console war'

Me? I just think everyone's intimidated by the raw power and magnetism of Linux.

GamesRadar

I played Elden Ring Tarnished Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 and fat-rolled across the Lands Between as the new Knight class

Hands-on | The Knight's starting weapon and Ash of War are excellent in combat

Tom’s Guide

Xreal axes its Nintendo Switch glasses adapter ‘indefinitely’ — so I've tested the best alternative you should use instead

Xreal has just put the Neo Nintendo Switch 2 dock on hold "indefinitely," so I tested the best alternative for AR glasses gaming. Spoiler alert: it's from the last company you'd expect.

GamesRadar

Pokopia sold 2.2 million copies in less than a week, already making it one of the best-selling Switch 2 games and Pokemon spin-offs ever

It needs just under 4 million more to be the Pokemon spin-off king

Creative Bloq

Is the Nintendo DS Game Boy the ultimate retro gaming mod?

Fans adore the nostalgic design.

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