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More than $1 Million Worth of Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles Stolen in Colorado Semi Truck Break-In

More than $1 Million Worth of Nintendo Switch 2 Consoles Stolen in Colorado Semi Truck Break-In

78% Center coverage: 55 sources

By Jesse Sarles Click here for updates on this story ARAPAHOE COUNTY, Colorado (KCNC) — More than $1 million worth of Nintendo Switch 2 consoles were stolen on Colorado’s Eastern Plains. The theft was discovered in Bennett on June 8. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office says someone broke into a semi truck carrying the video See the Story

Donkey Kong Bananza: Super Mario Odyssey's Pauline Will Be New Sidekick, Says Nintendo

Donkey Kong Bananza: Super Mario Odyssey's Pauline Will Be New Sidekick, Says Nintendo

63% Left coverage: 8 sources

Several major details regarding Donkey Kong Bananza were shared during the June 18 Nintendo Direct event. Here's what to expect from the upcoming game.See the Story

Silent Hill Sequel Film Return To Silent Hill Finally Gets a Release Date

Silent Hill Sequel Film Return To Silent Hill Finally Gets a Release Date

67% Left coverage: 3 sources

Are you ready to return? We finally have a release date for the upcoming sequel film Return to Silent Hill — which means we’re just one step closer to getting back to the town that started it all for many horror and gaming fans.The third installment to the Silent Hill film franchise, which will be produced by Terrifier producers Cineverse, is set to arrive in theaters on January 23, 2026. The film is set to star Hannah Emily Anderson and Jeremy …See the Story

The Nintendo Console Launches, Ranked From Worst To Best

Coverage: 2 sources

A console launch doesn’t make or break a system, but it’s still important. A fumbled launch can paint a system as the “loser” of a generation, while a strong one can write its name in the stars. Sometimes you don’t even need an incredible launch line-up; you just need one standout game that gets people to show up in…Read more...Gaming See the Story

Stellar Blade Is a Prime Example of How PC Ports Should Be Done – Ultrawide Compatibility and Stable Performance Are a Must

Coverage: 2 sources

Bad ports on PC aren't a secret at this point, but Shift Up's Stellar Blade sets itself apart and shines bright with great optimization and ultrawide support.Gaming See the Story

Mario Kart World's Mirror Mode Is A Little Too Confusing To Activate

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Playing in Mirror Mode is like racing on every Mario Kart course’s slightly weirder twin, and it’s back again in Mario Kart World. If you’ve already memorized every twist and turn of the game’s courses and are looking for an extra challenge, flipping their layouts via Mirror Mode might spice up your gameplay—it just…Read more...Gaming See the Story

Six Things I Wish I Knew Before Setting Up My Switch 2

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

You wake up at 1 am to score a pre-order. You put yourself in manageable debt to finance it. You confirm the card on file is valid when it ships. You stay home to make sure UPS doesn’t drop the package down an open manhole instead of your door. You make sure nobody stapled the goddamn receipt to the screen that’s…Read more...Gaming Read Article

What Do Smart Steering And Auto-Accelerate Do In Mario Kart World?

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

The Nintendo Switch 2 has finally launched, along with the brand-new Mario Kart World. There are a lot of fresh mechanics to learn in this latest entry, but some returning features unfortunately don’t have any proper clarification. Two great examples of this are Smart Steering and Auto-Accelerate. No worries if you’re…Read more...Nintendo Read Article

Just How Long Is Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour?

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Nintendo has a history of packing in tutorial games with some of their hardware, so players were reasonably frustrated to find that Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour would run them $10. But while this tutorial-focused title should’ve probably just been included with the Nintendo Switch 2, it may still be worth buying for…Read more...Nintendo Read Article

Kotaku’s Weekend Guide: 3 Delightful Games We’re Swinging Into Summer With

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Yes, it is officially summer as per the magical calendar. Blessed Litha to all who celebrate. You might have some fun stuff lined up given that the weather is…well, at least here in New York it’s not terrible—yet. So maybe you want to go outside. Maybe you want to stay in? Either way, if you want to get some gaming in…Read more...Gaming · New York Read Article

‘Elden Ring: Nightreign’ players shocked by surprise new boss

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

'Elden Ring: Nightreign' developers have shocked players by surprise-releasing a tough new boss – with more on the wayGaming See the Story

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