With the Alien and Predator franchises now under the Disney umbrella, Marvel Comics has taken full advantage of the crossover opportunities. We've already seen bloody crossovers like Predator vs. Wolverine and Predator vs. Spider-Man. Now, IGN can exclusively reveal the latest and most blood-soaked Predator/Marvel crossover yet - Predator Kills the Marvel Universe.
This new series reunites Predator vs. Spider-Man writer Benjamin Percy and artist Marcelo Ferreira. In fact, Predator Kills the Marvel Universe serves as the culmination of Percy's overarching Predator Vs. saga. Having claimed Wakanda's vibranium and turned Earth into a hunting preserve, a Predator King will begin hunting Earth's heroes and villains en masse. Don't expect them all to survive this bloodbath.
“Over the past few years, I've been having the time of my life writing the Predator Vs. series,” Percy tells IGN. “The Yautja have hunted Wolverine across the decades. They've battled Black Panther and plundered Wakanda of its vibranium. And they've faced off against Spider-Man and Kraven during a blackout heat wave in New York. These stories have been patiently building toward something epic. Their interconnectedness will be revealed in this explosive, blood-drenched, five-part story.”
“That title? It's not misdirection,” Percy continues. “This one's gonna hurt. Your favorite heroes and villains will fall -- even as others rise up against this extinction-level event. The Predator King is here -- the Yautja are armed with vibranium -- and Earth is now a hunting preserve.”
On the surface, the idea of a Predator holding its own against powerful beings like Hulk, Thor, and Storm might seem like a stretch. But Percy hints that vibranium is the key to turning the tables, ensuring that Earth's defenders are thoroughly outmatched by this deadly hunter.
"The playing field has not only been leveled -- it's tipped in the favor of the Yautja. I can't tell you everything, because Predator Vs. Spider-Man hasn't released yet, but something game-changing happens at the end of it that will make people drop their jaws," Percy teases. "But here's something you've already clocked, if you've been following along. In Predator Vs. Black Panther (which is now available as a graphic novel collection), the Yautja raided the Wakandan mines. We all know how obsessed they are with tech and weaponry, so just imagine what they can do with the motherlode of what they refer to as 'godmetal.'"
Percy is adamant that fans should expect some major deaths on the Marvel side as this conflict plays out. Predator Kills the Marvel Universe is very much in the vein of Punisher Kills the Marvel Universe and Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe in that it's set in its own continuity and no one's survival is guaranteed.
"Every character is on the chopping block," Percy says. No one's safe. No one. The brutal and bloody first issue makes that immediately clear. We're not holding back, so armor up."
Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #1 will be released on August 13, 2025. You can find links to order the previous Predator vs. books below:
In David F. Sandberg’s lackluster Until Dawn, the horror game of the same name is transformed into an awkward hybrid of Groundhog Day and The Cabin in the Woods. This is far from a “two great tastes that taste great together” miracle: Unlike the source material, this movie doesn’t successfully unite various flavors of onscreen terror as much as it haphazardly smashes them together. That smashing can occasionally be a glorious, bloody, body-exploding blast, and there are plenty of moments where Sandberg, working again with Annabelle: Creation cinematographer Maxime Alexandre, stokes our anticipation for something horrible to leap out of the darkness. It’s nearly everything else – the painfully one-note performances, the clunky dialogue, the increasingly ineffective scares – that drags Until Dawn into a bottomless pit of its own making.
Most notably, this is a strange blend of wholesale reimagining and direct adaptation. The movie lifts some key elements from the game – including Peter Stormare as a menacing figure lurking in the shadows – while jettisoning its snowy setting, array of generically horny teens, and playfully cheeky tone. The loss of this last part is what makes Until Dawn unshakably strange: Without the goofiness, what we have here is a generic horror movie with the high-concept twist of five friends trying to survive endless variations on the same terrifying night. Sure, there are some gags, but none clever enough to cut through the shallow backstory of troubled Clover (Ella Rubin) searching for her missing sister. Where the flawed-yet-fun game gets its kicks from toying with scary-movie clichés, this self-serious adaptation only rarely feels like it’s in on the joke.
That’s not for lack of trying. Early on, as Clover and some superficially written friends drive through the rain and into the mysterious valley where they’ll soon be trapped, one of them points out that the car is the safest place they could be. The rest of the passengers then yell at him – a vehicle full of Randy Meeks types who know such hubris can only lead to a smiting from the horror gods. Maybe they’re right: Until Dawn is plenty mean-spirited and wrathful towards its characters, though these joyously macabre moments are too fleeting to inform the movie the way Randy’s horror-movie “rules” shape Scream.
In lieu of meaningfully skewering the tropes, Until Dawn leans into them, or worse: When the gang realizes they’re in a time loop, they allude, but don’t directly refer, to other movies with similar premises. (Best not to invite a bunch of unflattering comparisons.) As they try to figure out how to escape their predicament, Until Dawn becomes less of a strong horror movie in its own right and more like an amusement-park haunted house. Each room may be themed around a different classic of the genre, but they’re pale imitations of the real things.
Though each night is meant to be different from the last, there are a number of overlaps: A masked killer makes frequent appearances, and there’s a vain attempt at some connective tissue in the form of a flimsy, dead-end supernatural subplot. A shift into found footage clumsily tries to catch us up on some nights we don’t see in full, while the introduction of a psychological-mystery thread over-explains the monsters Until Dawn carries over from the game. But these are mere acts of re-creation, granting no additional insight into all the different methods and techniques filmmakers have dreamed up to give us nightmares. They don’t do much to give us a better sense of Clover’s plight – and do much to give us a better sense of Clover’s plight – and they’re not all that scary, either. You won’t find any brains or a Sadly, you won’t find any brains or a beating heart amid Until Dawn’s abundant goreamid Until Dawn’s abundant gore.
Sandberg is still a solid director, so he’s able to squeeze some fright from the shaky material fellow Conjuring Universe veteran Gary Dauberman and The Invitation screenwriter Blair Butler have handed him. Until Dawn ends with a tease for a sequel that seems closer in spirit to the game, which means he could very well get his very own do-over. Fingers crossed that movie isn’t as timid and indecisive as this one, which always feels like it’s being pulled in two different directions. One involves half-heartedly referring back to the game, reducing it to a collection of Easter eggs. The other points toward an original (albeit highly derivative), unrelated idea that’s coasting on Until Dawn’s name recognition. In the end, neither is the way to safety or horror-movie immortality for poor Clover.
With The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered going down well with fans, thoughts are now turning to which Bethesda game is set for the remaster treatment next. And with many speculating Fallout 3 is coming (it was leaked back in 2023), how might Bethesda improve upon its 2008 post-apocalyptic role-playing game?
Bruce Nesmith, one of Fallout 3’s designers, has pointed to the game’s “not good” gun combat, which he expects Bethesda would improve significantly for a remaster.
Speaking to VideoGamer, Nesmith said Fallout 3 Remastered would have shooting more in-line with that of Fallout 4.
“What did you see in Fallout 4? That will tell you what they felt was necessary to change from Fallout 3,” Nesmith said.
“I know in Fallout 4 there was a lot of work done on the gun combat, because Fallout 3 is the first time they ever tried to do a shooter-style game. And, well, I think the work that was done was amazing.”
Oblivion Remastered, developed by remake specialist Virtuos using Unreal Engine 5, has a long list of visual and feature improvements. It runs at 4K resolution and 60 frames per second, as you'd expect, but other changes are more meaningful. Everything from the leveling systems to character creation, and combat animations to in-game menus have been improved. Meanwhile, there's lots of new dialogue, a proper third-person view, and new lip sync technology. The changes are going down well with fans, some of whom believe Oblivion Remastered would be more accurately described as a remake. Bethesda, however, has explained why it went down the remaster route.
Nesmith said Fallout 3 Remastered would probably include improvements and changes along similar lines to Oblivion Remastered.
“[Fallout 3 combat] didn’t hold up to shooters at the time,” he said. “Also, it’s an RPG shooter, it’s not a run-and-gun shooter. But a lot of work was done on that for Fallout 4. So I anticipate seeing a lot of that work go into it, assuming they’re doing the same thing.”
It’s a busy time for Bethesda, which is working on The Elder Scrolls VI and, maybe, more Starfield. Throw in remasters and ongoing work on Fallout 76 and the Fallout TV show, which is heading to New Vegas for Season 2, and fans are in for a treat in the coming years.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
Whilst looking out for new preorders on the Nintendo Switch 2, the console-maker has surprised us by suddenly making its official Switch 2 GameCube Controller available for general preorders, no longer requiring you to have an exclusive invite from Nintendo.
The Nintendo Store-exclusive controller is still being sold for £58.99 with free delivery, and has a fresh new listing to reflect its open preorder status, alongside the new Switch 2 amiibos.
But there is still a slight yet much smaller catch, for the GameCube controller at least. To be qualified to purchase the controller, though, you need to be logged in with an account that has a paid Nintendo Switch Online Membership.
While the hub page for the NS Online Membership does mention the service does have a 7-day trial available for those who have never subscribed, it specifically states that said trial cannot be used to purchase classic controllers like the new GameCube version, as well as game vouchers.
Although this added restriction does make sense, as it will prevent many scalpers and bots from buying up all the stock automatically, it also unfortunately means you'll have to put up some extra cash to buy your new Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller — if you're not a member already.
Thankfully, the added cost isn't too much in the grand scheme of things. Available to buy from the Nintendo Store, the Online Membership is available for as low as £6.99 for three months.
To get the best value for your money, though, you can spend £17.99 for a 12-month membership or £31.49 for a 12-month family membership respectively.
While Nintendo has confirmed the GameCube Controller will work with non-GameCube games, you will require both an NS Online membership and the Expansion Pack to access the full classics collection anyway.
So, if you were planning on playing any of the GameCube Classics coming to Nintendo Switch 2, you may as well jump in with this deal now and set yourself up for the next year with a major £14.14 saving.
Ben Williams – IGN freelance contributor with over 10 years of experience covering gaming, tech, film, TV, and anime. Follow him on Twitter/X @BenLevelTen.
The Switch 2 Edition of Kirby and the Forgotten Land’s Star-Crossed World has new story content. Super Mario Party Jamboree’s Switch 2 Edition comes with a new suite of content called Jamboree TV that takes advantage of the Joy-Con 2 mouse controls, Switch 2 microphone, and the Switch 2 USB-C camera that will be sold separately. Along with upgraded resolution up to 1440p in TV mode and better frame rate, there are new minigames and online functions as well.
A $20 upgrade price for both games may have to do with the shock $80 cost of both Kirby and The Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star Crossed World, and Super Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV. Both games' OG Switch versions are $20 cheaper, priced $59.99 each.
Here's how much Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games cost in the U.S. for those not upgrading:
As a reminder, both Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom upgrade packs are also available for no extra cost to Nintendo Switch Online and Expansion Pack subscribers. At the time of writing, however, there is no similar offer for players hoping to upgrade Kirby or Party Jamboree.
Vikki Blake is a reporter, critic, columnist, and consultant. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky.
The inevitable Switch 2 release-day delivery warning from Nintendo to its U.S. fans is finally here, after the company said it would struggle to meet demand in Japan.
An update on release-day delivery was published on Nintendo’s website warning those who’d registered their interest in buying a Switch 2 from My Nintendo Store that it could not guarantee delivery by the June 5 release date.
As a result, invitation emails may arrive after the Switch 2 comes out. However, Nintendo said it will confirm your shipping date upon purchase.
“Thank you to those of you who have already registered your interest in purchasing from My Nintendo Store,” Nintendo’s statement read.
“We're thrilled by the enthusiasm for Nintendo Switch 2! Due to the very high demand, we will be working diligently to fulfill orders as product becomes available, but delivery by June 5 is not guaranteed. Your invitation email may arrive after the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. We'll confirm your shipping date upon purchase.”
“If you wish to increase your opportunity of obtaining a Nintendo Switch 2 system at launch, please visit our participating retail partners above,” the statement said, pointing to a GameStop link (Switch 2 is currently sold out at GameStop).
“If you wish to continue waiting for your invitation from My Nintendo Store, no further action is required after registering your interest.”
The struggle fans had to pre-order Switch 2 on April 24 coupled with this warning from Nintendo suggests the next-gen console will be very hard to buy at least in and around launch.
In a statement issued to X / Twitter, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa said the company had seen 2.2 million people in Japan alone apply for a pre-order of the Switch 2 from the My Nintendo Store. This “extremely large number of applications… far exceeds our expectations, and far exceeds the number of Nintendo Switch 2 consoles that can be delivered from the My Nintendo Store on June 5,” Furukawa explained.
According to a FAQ posted to Nintendo’s website, the first batch of invitations will go out starting May 8, 2025 for the My Nintendo Store in the U.S. Additional batches of invitation emails will then be sent “periodically” until purchasing on My Nintendo Store is opened to everyone.
Initial invitation emails will be delivered on a first-come, first-serve basis to “eligible registrants who meet the priority criteria.” Invitees will have 72 hours from the time when the email is sent to complete their purchase.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order invitation priority requirements:
you must have been the one who purchased any Nintendo Switch Online membership
you must have had any paid Nintendo Switch Online membership for a minimum of 12 months, and
you must have opted in to share gameplay data and have at least 50 hours total gameplay hours.
Last week, Nintendo announced that Switch 2 pre-orders would begin in the U.S. on April 24, 2025, and that the original price of $449.99 and launch date of June 5 would remain the same. Alongside the base console price remaining the same, Nintendo confirmed the Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle would remain at $499.99 and pricing for both the physical and digital versions of Mario Kart World ($79.99) and Donkey Kong Bananza ($69.99) would not change at launch. But Nintendo raised the price of Switch 2 accessories amid the ongoing tariff turmoil.
Nintendo had originally planned on opening pre-orders for Switch 2 on April 9, but it made the decision to delay them as it needed time to "assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions."
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
To help you on your quest, we've done the hard work and collected every Switch game available to preorder from today, with all the retailer links you’ll need just below.
PSA: Don’t expect everything to drop on day one, June 5. Some titles are launching with the console on June 5, but others are lagging behind.
Donkey Kong Bananza doesn’t hit shelves until July 17, and big names like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A are still missing from preorder listings entirely, on both Switch 2 and the current model.
For those after some new Switch 2 accessories, we've also go you covered. If you want to spec out your brand-new system with the new Joy-Con 2, Switch 2 Pro controllers, a camera, and more, today is the day to add to basket.
How Much to Upgrade Switch Games to Switch 2 Edition?
IGN recently went hands on with two of the biggest upcoming Switch 2 games, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Mario Kart World. Both are up for preorder from today, but here's what Brian Altano and Logan Plant had to say about the highly antipated launch titles.
Donkey Kong Bananza: "I also think Bananza is on track to be one of the most gorgeous Nintendo games I’ve seen. It really does take advantage of Switch 2's hardware – the environments are beautiful and DK’s animations are wonderfully expressive, and I left feeling like the next generation of first-party Nintendo games had truly arrived."
Mario Kart World: "Mario Kart World feels like the definitive Switch 2 launch game and will certainly be one of the defining games of the Switch 2 generation. The new open world format and Knockout Tour modes are massive new additions to the franchise, the visuals are gorgeous, the gameplay is a blast, and we can’t wait to play more, even if we wish it was a few bucks cheaper."
Other Preorder Guides
2025 is already shaping up to be an exciting release year for games. Alongside the Switch 2, there are plenty of other great games releasing in the coming months that are worth keeping on your radar.
I woke up to the kind of news that makes skipping breakfast feel justified. GameStop is opening their pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 at 11 am EST / 8 am PST.
It’s already sold out at every other major retailer thanks to Switch 2 going up at midnight. This is one of the only places you can still get it, and even then, only if you’re quick.
The $499.99 bundle includes Mario Kart World, which seems like a solid way to break in the new hardware. Preorders go live at 8 a.m. PST, so your best bet is to pretend whatever else you had scheduled can wait.
TL;DR: Best Deals Today
On a completely different note, Amazon is running a surprisingly good 4K Blu-ray deal. You can grab three titles for $33, and these aren't your usual filler picks. I’m seeing Blade Runner: Final Cut, Inception, E.T., and Full Metal Jacket, just to name a few. If you're the type who still enjoys actually owning the movies you love, it's worth checking out.
GameStop Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-orders
GameStop will be one of the only major retailers still offering preorders for the new Switch 2 this morning. The $499.99 bundle includes the console and Mario Kart World, which looks like it's built to show off whatever upgrades Nintendo has under the hood. Preorders go live at 8 a.m. PST, and considering other retailers sold out overnight, I’m not expecting these to last long. There's also the solo Nintendo Switch 2 console, launch games and tons of accessories to add to your basket too. Here's my top picks:
Pokémon TCG Charizard ex Super Premium Collection
I like this bundle because it gives you something to actually hold onto, not just a few random booster packs. It includes three promo foil cards (Charizard ex, Charmander, and Charmeleon) a detailed Charizard figure, and 10 booster packs. That’s solid value, and it’s all bundled in a way that makes sense for collectors or players.
At under $50, it’s hard to argue with the appeal. The Charizard line has always been popular, and the cards in this set are exclusive promos that won’t be around forever. I think this is an easy pickup if you’re looking to build your collection or just want something that looks great out of the box.
Monster Blu Ray 4K Sale
Streaming is convenient until your favorite movie vanishes from your watchlist without warning. That’s why I still keep a stash of 4K discs, and Amazon’s latest deal makes it easy to bulk up the collection. Right now, you can pick any three eligible titles for $33, which is a pretty great deal considering a single 4K Blu-ray usually runs around $20 or more.
I think this is the kind of sale that slips under the radar because there’s no flashy banner or countdown timer. But when you start scrolling and see stuff like Inception, The Dark Knight, 1917, and E.T., it kind of speaks for itself. If you’re into collecting or just want some reliable movie night options that don’t rely on a Wi-Fi signal, this is worth jumping on.
id & Friends Game Bundle
If your Steam backlog isn’t already judging you, this might tip it over. Humble’s newest bundle is a greatest hits lineup from id Software. Pay $28 or more and you’ll get 11 titles, including DOOM Eternal, Wolfenstein II, and a pile of classics like DOOM 64 and DOOM 3. You also get a 10% off coupon for DOOM: The Dark Ages, which drops next month.
In my opinion, this is a no-brainer if you’re even mildly into fast-paced shooters or you missed the DOOM renaissance of the last few years. It's a solid blend of nostalgia and genuinely good modern design. Plus, unlike a lot of bundles, this one feels like it was curated instead of just throwing in random extras to bulk up the list.
WD_Black 2TB C50 Xbox Series X|S Storage Expansion Card
Storage space on Xbox runs out fast, especially if you're hopping between big AAA titles. I think the WD_Black 2TB C50 is one of the better expansion options out there, and right now it's down to $179.99 on Amazon, which is $50 off the usual price.
It's officially licensed, plug-and-play, and gives you the same performance as internal storage thanks to Xbox's Velocity Architecture. I’ve used one for a while, and honestly, it’s the difference between deleting something you’ll want to play later or just moving on with your day.
Hero of Time - Music from The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time Vinyl
If you grew up on Ocarina of Time or just want something nice to put on your turntable, the Hero of Time vinyl preorder is still open over at the IGN Store. It’s $42.99, and comes with a fully orchestrated version of the soundtrack, recorded by the Slovak National Symphony Orchestra.
I think what sells it for me is the presentation. Green and purple rupee vinyl, custom album art, and a jacket with cutouts and gold foil that actually feel thoughtful instead of just decorative. It ships later this year, but it looks like the kind of thing that’ll sell out before then. If your vinyl shelf has room for some Hyrule, this is probably the one to grab.
Beats Fit Pro
If you’ve been looking for earbuds that actually stay in your ears while you move, the Beats Fit Pro still nails it. They’re down to $169 at Amazon right now, which isn’t the steepest discount ever, but considering how rarely Apple gear goes on sale, I’ll take it.
I’ve used these for running, working, and dodging people on Zoom calls. They’ve got solid noise canceling, great sound, and yes, they work just as well on Android as they do on iPhones. I think they’re still one of the few earbuds that don’t require a small fortune or daily resets.
LEGO Star Wars: The Phantom Menace Mos Espa Podrace Diorama
This LEGO Star Wars Podrace Diorama is one of those builds that feels designed for fans who grew up on Phantom Menace and now pretend they’re “collectors.” It’s on sale for $65 right now, down from the usual $80.
I think it works well as a display piece without screaming “toy.” You get Anakin’s and Sebulba’s podracers in brick form, plus a detailed canyon scene. If you’re trying to justify another LEGO set, just call it a stress-relief project and move on.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
This is currently the best price for Oblivion on PC bar subscribing to Game Pass. I’ve played the original Oblivion enough times to know exactly where it shows its age, which is why I’m glad this remaster exists. The updated visuals and improved UI give the game a second life without losing what made it great in the first place. You still get the full experience, including expansions like Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine, plus all the classic side content.
If you missed it the first time around or just want to revisit Cyrodiil without modding your setup into oblivion (pun intended), this is the version to get. I think forty bucks is a fair ask for one of the most influential open-world RPGs of its time, especially with all the extras baked in.
Pokémon TCG 151 Single Card Crashes
I’ve been tracking the Pokémon 151 singles for a while, and a few prices have finally started to slide into that sweet spot between “collectible” and “still reasonable.” Blastoise ex (Illustration Rare) is sitting around $66, and Venusaur ex is close behind at $60. Even Charizard ex, in Secret Rare form, has dipped to around $39, which is surprising considering how popular it is.
If you’re trying to complete the set or build out Gen 1-themed pages, now’s a good time to grab singles like Charmander, Bulbasaur, or Squirtle for under $40. Most of these aren’t meta-competitive, but they’re stunning in a binder and full of nostalgia. I think this wave of price dips won’t last long once more collectors start closing out their sets.
Lossless Scaling
I picked this up to test on a few older games, and it’s now something I install by default on my ROG Ally X. It lets you scale windowed games to fullscreen without that soft blur you get from built-in GPU scaling. There are a bunch of algorithms to pick from depending on the style of game: FSR, integer scaling, even Anime4K.
If you’ve got a handheld like the ROG Ally or a modest desktop setup, this is the kind of quiet upgrade that makes a difference. It doesn’t try to do too much. What it does, it does really well. Easily worth it if you play anything retro or experimental. Whilst it's not reccomended, I've had some very interesting results running this alongside XeSS AI Image upscalling (Stay tuned for a guide on that one).
Stray Soundtrack 2 LP Vinyl
I don’t usually go for game soundtracks on vinyl unless they feel like something I’d actually sit down and listen to, and this one fits. Stray isn’t just a cat game. It’s a full-on atmosphere piece. The soundtrack blends synths and quiet texture with enough character that you can almost hear the neon signs buzzing. It’s available as a two-disc set on heavyweight black vinyl, and the packaging looks just as moody as the game itself.
If you liked wandering those cyberpunk alleyways with nothing but low music and glowing signage for company, this is an easy recommendation. I think it’s the kind of record that holds up on its own, but also hits differently if you’ve played the game. Pre-orders are open now and ship in Q4 2025.
CUKTECH 15 Ultra Power Bank
I’ve gone through enough power banks to know when one’s actually designed with some thought behind it. This one pushes up to 140W with USB-C PD3.1, which means it can charge a MacBook or gaming handheld fast enough to matter. The smart display is a nice touch too. It shows real-time stats, not just another blinking light.
The 20,000mAh capacity is plenty for multiple phone charges or a full laptop cycle, and the recharge time is quick if you’ve got the right charger. I’d say it’s ideal if you travel with more than one device and hate juggling low battery warnings.
Cleer ARC 3 Open Ear Headphones
I like the open-ear design because it avoids the usual trade-off between situational awareness and good audio. These stay just outside your ears, but the sound quality still holds up thanks to Dolby Atmos and Snapdragon Sound support. And the fit’s more comfortable than most earbuds I’ve worn, especially for longer sessions.
The battery life is solid with up to fifty hours total from the case, and it includes features like auto volume adjustment and UV sterilization. It’s built for someone who actually uses their earbuds all day, not just in short bursts. If that’s you, I think you’ll appreciate the attention to detail here.
Pokémon TCG 151 Booster Bundle
I really want this listing to disappear into the tall grass. It’s six booster packs. That’s it. For $66.65. The MSRP was closer to $30, which makes this a laughable markup for what’s essentially a fancy six-pack with no promo cards.
I love Pokémon 151. It’s packed with great Kanto art, and yeah there's some killer hits in there. But paying twice retail for the chance at a Charizard? That’s a pass. I think if you’re going to spend over $60, you should at least know what you’re getting.
I dug up some single card options that are actually worth the money. You can grab Alakazam ex for around $10, a clean Zapdos holo for under $5, and even that Blastoise art rare for $66 or less if you don’t mind a little light play.
Godzilla is one of the biggest names in entertainment, with over 70 years of history since Ishiro Honda's 1954 film. Over the years, there have been numerous interpretations of the legendary beast, from World War II-inspired movies to clashes with other beasts in the Monsterverse. There's a lot to love about every film, especially if you're a fan of action. Starting today, you can purchase three of the most recent Godzilla movies in 4K for only $33. Now is the time to add three films involving the legendary beast to your Blu-ray collection.
This sale is part of Amazon's larger three for $33 4K movie promotion that just started. There are quite a few other great films in there if you'd prefer to shop the full sale yourself.
3 Godzilla 4K Blu-rays for $33
Starting today, you can purchase three of the most recent Godzilla movies in 4K for only $33. Now is the time to add three films involving the legendary beast to your Blu-ray collection.
This sale is part of Amazon's larger three for $33 4K movie promotion that just started. There are quite a few other great films in there if you'd prefer to shop the full sale yourself.
49" Odyssey QD-OLED G9
think this might be the best gaming monitor deal I’ve seen all year. The QD-OLED G9 just dropped to $1,049.99, which is $700 off its original price. That’s not a typo. This is Samsung’s top-of-the-line 49-inch ultrawide, and right now it’s a steal.
The Dual QHD resolution makes games look absurdly sharp, and the 240Hz refresh rate with 0.03ms response time means it’s as fast as it is pretty. Add G-Sync and FreeSync support, and you’ve got yourself a monitor that won’t blink even when you’re about to lose a ranked match.
I want this on my desk just so I can stop squinting at my minimap like an old man with bad Wi-Fi. It wraps around your field of view and makes even spreadsheets feel dramati
57" Odyssey Neo G9 Curved Gaming Monitor
If the QD-OLED isn’t wild enough for you, this 57-inch Neo G9 is here to take your eyeballs hostage. It’s the world’s first Dual UHD monitor, and it costs $1,799.99 right now instead of its usual $2,299.99. Plus, there’s an extra $50 credit applied at checkout.
Mini-LED tech, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and enough real estate to run an airport. I want this so badly I’m thinking of measuring my apartment just to see if it’ll fit.
The HDR 1000 support and insane brightness make everything pop, and Samsung even threw in CoreSync lighting to make sure your desk feels like a spaceship.
Supreme Unreal & Unity Game Dev Bundle
If you’ve ever fired up Unity, gotten overwhelmed, and rage-quit to watch a devlog instead, this bundle might be for you. For $30, you get over 50 assets covering everything from Viking villages to stylized VFX.
I’m not saying this will make you the next FromSoftware, but it’ll definitely make prototyping less soul-crushing. The Whispering Grove and Asian Dynasty packs alone are worth more than the bundle price.
Also, it supports charity. So even if you never finish your dream RPG, at least someone benefits from your failed side project.
Samsung T9 4TB Portable SSD
I think this is the drive to get if you’ve got a ton of large files and zero patience. The T9 4TB model is down to $299.99, and it’s fast. I’m talking 2,000MB/s fast. You can load, edit, and transfer without watching a loading bar crawl across your screen.
It’s built to survive up to a 9.8-foot drop, which, yes, I find oddly specific. But hey, it means it’ll probably survive your daily backpack abuse. If you’re a video editor or just someone who hoards game installs like they're rare Pokémon, this is a solid pickup.
Samsung T5 4TB Portable SSD
This one’s all about durability and capacity. The T5 EVO gives you 4TB of space in a compact shell, and it’s priced the same as the T9. It doesn’t hit the same crazy speeds, but it’s still great for moving big files and not worrying about losing them to the floor gods.
I want this for backup storage or even game library overflow. It’s a solid pick if you don’t need bleeding-edge speeds but still want to keep everything in one pocket-sized vault. Buyers can also snag a free Sonic the Hedgehog branded 256GB MicroSD card + adaptor with this deal too.
Journey Together Booster Bundle
Amazon’s been a bit shady with this one. While the overpriced Elite Trainer Box is sitting at a wild $99.49, this six-pack bundle is actually close to MSRP and ships directly from Amazon. It’s quietly hidden under separate listings, which feels intentional given how quickly the ETB sold out when it dipped below $40 last week.
Journey Together Sleeved Booster
One Journey Together pack, one total mystery. If you just want to open something without overthinking it, this gets the job done. It’s also about as low-stakes as Pokémon TCG gets unless you're picking up cards off the sidewalk.
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Journey Together Elite Trainer Box
Yes, this is the same box that was selling for around $40 days ago. It’s now being offered at the highest price yet, and not even by resellers — this inflated price is from Amazon itself. You get nine booster packs, a promo, sleeves, and extras, but you'd be paying more than double what it’s worth. I’d pass unless it drops again.
Terapagos ex Ultra-Premium Collection
I want to say this isn’t excessive, but you’re getting 18 Stellar Crown booster packs, three promo cards, a playmat, a deck box, and a magnetic card display. Excessive, but in a good way. It’s basically a portable shrine to Terapagos, and somehow still manages to feel worth it if you're deep in the hobby.
Pokémon TCG Stacking Tin
Three booster packs and two sticker sheets in a tin that stacks. That’s the whole pitch. I think it’s a fun pickup if you’re buying for a younger fan or just want your cards stored in a tiny themed cylinder for some reason.
Paldean Fates Booster Bundle
Six packs focused on shiny Pokémon, which will either be a collector’s dream or a gamble depending on your luck. In my opinion, the price feels high unless you're chasing specific cards, but that hasn’t stopped anyone before.
Iono’s Bellibolt ex Premium Collection
Six packs and two foil promos, plus acrylic standees and a sticker sheet, because Iono’s entire personality is now available in merchandise form. I think this one’s a solid pick if you like your collections playable, displayable, and mildly ridiculous.
Shrouded Fable Elite Trainer Box
This box comes with nine Shrouded Fable booster packs, a Pecharunt promo, sleeves, dice, and more organizational tools than your average office desk. It’s one of the more practical bundles, assuming your definition of practical includes themed card sleeves.
Poké Ball, Premier Ball, Moon Ball Tin Bundle.
Each bundle comes with three Poké Ball tins and nine booster packs total, plus stickers in case the Poké Balls weren’t festive enough. You’re paying for variety and presentation here, which is half the fun anyway.
Poké Ball, Great Ball and Ultra Ball Tin Bundle.
Same again but includes a Pokéball, Great Ball and Ultra Ball. This is the OG choice and look brilliant mixed in a graded card display. All Pokémon TCG should come in a Pokéball in my opinion!
Surging Sparks Booster Bundle
If you don’t need sleeves or dice and just want to crack open six fresh packs from Surging Sparks, this one does the job. In my opinion, it’s the most straightforward way to feed the shiny card habit without the extra clutter.
Paradox Clash Tin
You get five packs and one of two promo cards, chosen by fate or some algorithm pretending to be fate. A decent middle ground for players who want something compact with a bit of flair and a good chance at useful pulls.
Azure Legends Tin
This tin is a lucky dip between Kyogre, Xerneas, and Dialga, which makes it great if you enjoy a little chaos with your collecting. Five packs and a foil promo make it pretty reasonable for the price, especially if you're not picky.
Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of "Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior". Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
That's because, initially, Nintendo's pages for Tears of the Kingdom's Switch 2 edition carried the following disclaimer: "Please note: this software does not support the Nintendo Switch Online paid membership’s Save Data Cloud backup feature."
Now, however, Nintendo has updated its website to provide more information. While Donkey Kong Bananza's page has since scrubbed all mention of cloud saves completely, Nintendo has revised the disclaimer on the Tears of the Kingdom page so it now states: "Save data created in the second save data slot in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition cannot be transferred to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom on Nintendo Switch."
This suggests players will be able to transfer their old Switch 1 Tears of the Kingdom saves to their new Switch 2 devices, but it won't be possible to transfer Switch 2 saves back to the OG system (thanks, Eurogamer).
Vikki Blake is a reporter, critic, columnist, and consultant. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky.
It has emerged that almost all physical third-party Nintendo Switch 2 games in Japan revealed so far are Game-Key Cards, and it looks like a similar situation in the West.
As reported by Gematsu, the launch of Switch 2 pre-orders in Japan revealed all physical third-party games so far except for CD Projekt’s Cyberpunk 2077 and that are not Nintendo Switch 2 Editions, ship on Game-Key Cards and thus require access to the internet to download the full game.
Ys X: Proud Nordics and No Sleep for Kaname Date are also game-key cards in Japan. And retail descriptions for Split Fiction list it as a code-in-a-box. pic.twitter.com/dCTUsTmNQZ
But what is the situation in the West? Here, Sega's Switch 2 games are Game-Key Cards. The listing for Sonic X Shadow Generations on Walmart, for example, confirms as much.
Switch 2 Game-Key Cards are physical cards that only contain a key to download your chosen game. That means there’s no actual game data on the card you insert into your Switch 2, so you’ll need to download it once the card is inserted. Every Game-Key Card case is appropriately labeled on the lower portion of the front of the box, so if you’re concerned about what exactly you’re purchasing, you should have a heads-up right away.
As pointed out by Daniel Ahmad, Director of Research & Insights at Niko Partners, this focus on Game-Key Cards may put extreme pressure on the eShop around the Switch 2’s launch in June as fans rush to download their games.
All the Switch 2 bundles come with a download code.
Mario Kart World is 24GB.
Most games come on a game key card and require a download.
The Switch 2 launches globally on the same day.
I am not a religious man, but I ask you all to pray for the Eshop servers on June 5.
“Game cards are significantly more expensive than discs (+ increases with each GB),” Ahmad added, explaining the reasoning for publishers.
“It takes time to ramp up production of multiple storage capacity game cards. Digital games / lower capacity cards offer higher margins for publishers. Digital is the majority of sales.”
Christopher Dring, Editor-In-Chief and Co-Founder of The Game Business, went as far as to say the Game-Key Cards are “basically Christmas/birthday present boxes for wrapping up.”
“Ultimately, with fewer games retailers, rising manufacturing costs, the fact that younger generations just don’t care, plus the drive for sustainability, all points in one direction for physical media,” Dring added.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
11 bit studios has unveiled the first glimmer of a brand-new title in the Frostpunk franchise, called Frostpunk 1886. This game will revisit and expand upon the beloved city-builder and society survival experience of the original Frostpunk. So, this is basically a remake of the first Frostpunk game. Frostpunk 1886 will be using Unreal Engine … Continue reading Frostpunk 1886 is a remake of the first Frostpunk, coming to PC in 2027→
11 bit studios has announced Frostpunk 1886, a remake of the first game due out in 2027.
The Polish developer is using Unreal Engine 5 for this project, which it has revealed just over half a year after Frostpunk 2 came out. The first Frostpunk launched in 2018, so assuming the remake does come out in 2027, it’ll be nearly a decade on.
Frostpunk is a city-building survival video game set in an alternate history late 19th century. You build and maintain a city during a worldwide volcanic winter, managing resources, making choices on how to survive, and exploring the area outside their city for survivors, resources, or other useful items.
IGN’s Frostpunk review returned a 9/10. We said: “Frostpunk deftly mixes a variety of thematic ideas and gameplay elements into an engaging and unique, if occasionally unintuitive, strategy game.”
Frostpunk 2 fared a little less well in IGN's review, getting an 8/10. We said: "Thanks to a ground-up rethinking of its ice-age city builder mechanics, Frostpunk 2's larger scale is less intimate but more socially and politically complex than the original."
11 bit insisted it still plans to update Frostpunk 2 with DLC and plans for the console launch remain, while working on Frostpunk 1886.
"With the studio’s proprietary Liquid Engine, which powered not only the original Frostpunk but also This War of Mine, no longer in development, the team has long sought a new foundation to carry forward the legacy of the first game,” 11 bit said.
“While Frostpunk 2 continues to forge ahead with free major content updates, a console launch, and DLCs, this newly announced project marks a return to the franchise’s roots, offering both newcomers and longtime citizens of New London an evolved take on the harsh, morally challenging survival experience that started it all.
“But Frostpunk 1886 — so titled to honour a pivotal moment in the timeline of the universe, when the Great Storm descended upon New London — is no mere visual overhaul. It builds upon the core of the original, expanding it with new content, mechanics, laws, and — perhaps most excitingly — an entirely new Purpose path, offering a fresh experience even for the most seasoned players.
“Reimagining Frostpunk in Unreal Engine also allows the game to become a living, expandable platform, bringing with it long-awaited mod support — a community request that was previously impossible to realize due to technical limitations of the original engine — as well as the possibility to add future DLC content.”
11 bit studios said its fans can “look forward to a future where Frostpunk 2 and Frostpunk 1886 evolve side by side — two paths forged in parallel, each carrying the vision of survival into unrelenting cold.”
The studio is also working on The Alters, which is due out in June.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
AMD has released the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition 25.4.1 driver for its graphics cards. According to the release notes, this driver adds official support for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. Going into more details, the AMD Adrenalin 25.4.1 driver adds support for FSR 4.0 in the new games. So, the games that now support … Continue reading AMD Adrenalin 25.4.1 Driver Released for Oblivion Remastered→
Nintendo fans are clapping back at scalpers by creating fake listings for the Nintendo Switch 2 on auction sites, flooding the site and making it more difficult for buyers to find scalper listings.
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders are popping up all over sites like eBay, offering the highly anticipated console for anything between $500 and $2,000.
To make it more difficult for those auctions to be seen, however, Nintendo fans are posting fake listings at retail prices or lower to push overpriced scalper auctions further and further down the page.
Take this listing, for example. Entitled "Nintendo Switch v2 video games console PREORDER," it's asking for $450, which doesn't seem too bad at all.
Read the description, however, and it says: "PRE-ORDER SCREENSHOT Please note: You are ordering a picture of the Nintendo Switch 2. This listing is to combat bots and scalpers. No refunds. No cancels. > You will receive an png image of a switch 2. No console."
You can usually tell which listings are from frustrated fans and which are real scalpers, as the listings selling screenshots rather than consoles have "read description" in the listing heading.
Another $550 listing reads: "Do not, I repeat DO NOT BUY this unless you are a bot or just wish to donate $550 to me. I will be shipping a laser-printed image of the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle and that will be all you get. NO REFUNDS. NO. REFUNDS. NO REFUNDS. You will NOT BE REFUNDED you will be receiving the picture whether you like it or not.
"I'm just gonna make sure to state this again, there will be NO REFUNDS, and you will be getting a laser printed image of a Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle. That is all you will be getting.
"Oh, one last thing. Did I mention NO REFUNDS? Ok but actually though, it will ship after you order instead of after it releases so you should be getting it before Switch 2 release date."
"This listing is for a printed picture of my Nintendo Switch 2 console confirmed preorder," states another $499.99 auction. "You will receive a printed picture, folded, and sent in a standard letter envelope. This is NOT for the console itself. No refunds, No returns. F the bots."
Vikki Blake is a reporter, critic, columnist, and consultant. She's also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky.
Kepler Interactive has just released Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on PC. The game uses Unreal Engine 5, so I’ve decided to test it at 4K. How does the game run at Native 4K with Epic Settings on the NVIDIA RTX 5090? Well, time to find out. For these initial 4K benchmarks, I used an AMD … Continue reading How does Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 run at 4K/Epic Settings?→
Looking for codes for Bubble Gum Simulator INFINITY? There's no bursting your bubble here! IGN has you covered with the newest working codes, rewarding you with everything from Mystery Boxes to Lucky V Potions, Coins, and more.
Working Bubble Gum Simulator INFINITY Codes (April 2025)
Below you'll find the most recent and active codes for Bubble Gum Simulator INFINITY.
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What is Bubble Gum Simulator INFINITY on Roblox?
If you've ever wanted to blow enormous bubbles with your gum, and you'd love a gang of adorable pets, Bubble Gum Simulator INFINITY is likely to be your thing. You'll click to chew gum, sell the bubbles you make for coins, use those coins to hatch eggs for pets, and then have your pets help you collect coins. As you earn more, you can hatch better eggs and built a team of cute pets, as well as upgrade your gum for more profit.
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EA has added a paid season pass to FC 25 in a first for its long-running soccer series.
The EA Sports FC 25 Premium Pass is live now in-game and can be obtained with the earnable in-game virtual currency (500,000 UT Coins) or the virtual currency paid for with real-world money (1,000 FC Points, which cost $9.99).
The paid track includes exclusive content and, crucially, tradeable packs. This means players of Ultimate Team (FC’s most popular and controversial mode) can sell the rewards obtained in the Premium Pass to other players for in-game currency that can then be used to buy the next Premium Pass (assuming they earn enough coins from the sale of those items in the auction house, of course).
Rewards include a number of powerful cards, such as Immortal Icon Franck Ribéry, and powerful Evolution consumables that are used to improve cards you already own.
Some players are already hitting out at EA for the decision, pointing out this $9.99 Premium Pass comes on top of what is already a premium game and, when it comes to Ultimate Team, an already heavily-monetized game mode. Critics are also suggesting that the Premium Pass offers a direct way to buy powerful cards which can then be used in competitive multiplayer.
Others, however, are pointing out that you still need to level up to unlock most of the rewards, and you can pay for the premium track with coins earned through gameplay alone, so technically everything here is earnable by just playing.
And effectively, Ultimate Team store packs already offer a direct purchase route, given there are many that now include guaranteed cards of a certain power level. However, this paid season pass is the closest EA has come to just letting fans buy Ultimate Team players directly.
The addition of FC’s first ever paid season pass may be an attempt by EA to further monetize its money-spinner now the game is available at a heavily discounted price and ahead of FC 25’s expected arrival in console subscription services such as Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PlayStation Plus.
It’s also worth noting that back in January EA lowered its financial forecast for its fiscal year, pointing to the “underperformance” of EA Sports FC 2025 (which accounted for the "majority" of the shortfall) and BioWare’s Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
In a blog post, EA said the Premium Pass is “purely additive” and promised not to shift rewards from the standard tier of the Season Pass to the Premium Pass.
“While our Season 7 Premium Pass rewards are locked in, we’ll be monitoring your feedback to make sure we deliver the best experience possible in whatever mode you play in FC moving forward,” EA said.
The launch of the Premium Pass at the beginning of EA’s new financial year is telling (EA reports the results of its FY 2025 in May), and it looks like a clear set-up for the inevitable EA Sports FC 26. The question for EA is, will the Premium Pass do the business it needs without causing ruptions in its community?
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
As I begin writing this piece, I'm sitting at my desk at 11:30pm CT (well past my bedtime on a work night) trying, along with seemingly the entire rest of the world and the populations of several other planets, to try and pre-order a Nintendo Switch 2.
Pre-orders went live at 9pm PT/12am ET at three different retailers: Walmart, Best Buy, and Target. Or at least, they were supposed to, but the actual rollout so far has been a hot mess. Myself and a big chunk of the IGN staff have all been trying to order our Switch 2s and meeting wildly varying levels of success, and folks on social media are reporting a whole host of problems as well resulting in frustration, dejection, and rarely, triumph.
Over at Walmart, Nintendo Switch 2 would-be buyers were dumped almost immediately into a digital queue to buy their systems, and while it did move forward for some and ultimately end with a Switch in the cart, others are still waiting on a "stay in line" screen with no indication of how long the wait is, or whether or not it will be successful. When they finally do get through to purchase, some folks are reporting baffling error messages, or whatever is going on here:
Target didn't have a queue like Walmart, so at first, it seemed like Switch fans saw more success over there. But reports rapidly began mounting that buyers were running into error screens throughout the purchase process, and while some people thought they purchased a Switch 2 successfully and even reached a confirmation screen, they later reported seeing a cancellation email roll through their inboxes moments later, forcing them to start the whole process over. Others are reporting that the Switch 2 is actively being removed from their shopping cart midway through the process, forcing them to start over.
The Nintendo Switch 2 sold out instantly at Target. This is unreal bro. I refreshed on the second it turned 12 am. Actually unreal pic.twitter.com/LAQ4lC03qw
And then there's Best Buy, whose pre-orders didn't even go live on time. The website read "Coming Soon" for half an hour before finally beginning to pop folks into a digital queue slowly but surely, with purchase confirmations only just now starting to come through for some, while others deal with some of the aforementioned errors and restarts. And at all three stores, some have said that they're dealing with fraud alerts from their banks or other weird financial blips that are gumming up the works and forcing them to start all over, ultimately denying them a chance at a system entirely.
In the amount of time it took me to write this piece, Target and Walmart appear to have officially sold out, and while more and more folks are managing to get through at Best Buy, others (like myself) have been stuck in some interminable queue for over an hour. Others have gotten emails saying their purchases have been canceled or delayed, with no new delivery date or ability to reorder.
It's likely in the coming minutes and hours we'll start to see more and more successes, and there's always an opportunity to pre-order at GameStop tomorrow (well, today) at 11:00am ET both in-store and online, or at other retailers in the future. And lucky individuals with Nintendo accounts may also get an email from Nintendo in May, inviting them to pre-order directly from the hardware maker - but there's no guarantee of getting that email, and Nintendo has suggested that demand in Japan at least has been way, way higher than the company's projected supply.
If you're not a huge Nintendo fan or willing to wait to purchase a system, it's easy to scoff at the chaos. But it's especially frustrating for Nintendo fans coming off of a reveal and rollout that's already been confusing and exasperating at almost every turn. Exciting as the initial reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2 was, the price of both the system and all the requisite accessories and games left many reeling before Nintendo paused pre-orders due to tariff implementation in the U.S., only to fire them up again without changing the price of the system itself, just the accessories. On top of that, Nintendo's plans for physical and digital software pricing, formats, and content have been wildly confusing, and Nintendo hasn't exactly been transparent or helpful in clearing up questions about how much everything is going to cost, and what exactly it is everyone's purchasing. So it's no wonder so many folks are upset at not even knowing if they're going to be able to get their hands on a system anywhere near launch, especially with the looming threat of future price hikes or supply concerns.
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Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition is set to release for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. This edition throws 26 fighters into the mix across 20 stages. You can preorder it now (see it at Target). For more details, keep on reading.
Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition for Switch 2
Unlike many first-party Switch 2 games, this one is releasing at the relatively wallet-friendly $59.99 price. Some other Switch 2 games, including original Switch games that have been enhanced for Switch 2, are releasing for $69.99 or eve $79.99 in the case of Mario Kart World and Tears of the Kingdom.
Note: This is a Game-Key Card
Some Nintendo Switch 2 games come in the form of game-key cards, including this one. Game-key cards are physical cards that look basically like Switch 2 cartridges, but they don’t actually contain the game on them. Instead, you’ll need to insert the card into your Switch 2 and then download the game from the eShop. Note, it’s a 50GB download, so you might want to pick up a microSD Express card to add some extra storage.
What Is Street Fighter 6: Years 1-2 Fighters Edition?
This edition of Street Fighter 6 comes with all the base fighters, plus the additions from the first two years. That means you get 26 fighters and 20 stages.
As for the game itself, we loved it. From our 9/10 Street Fighter 6 review: “Street Fighter games are always benchmark moments for the 2D fighting game genre, but Street Fighter 6 feels extra special. The Drive System is an incredible addition to the fighting mechanics that gives you a veritable Swiss Army knife of options and meter-management decisions right from the start of every single round, the starting roster is the best Street Fighter has ever seen, its online netcode through three betas has been impeccable so far, and the number of smaller details that it nails right out of the gate is unprecedented. It’s so good that even the poor story and extremely slow progression of the single-player World Tour amounts to only a jab’s worth of damage on its metaphorical health bar. Whether you’re completely new to fighting games or are a seasoned vet, Street Fighter 6 is a must play.”
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is set to release exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. It includes the original Nintendo Switch game with some Switch 2 enhancements, plus Zelda Notes via the Nintendo Switch app. It’s available to preorder now (see it at Target). Read on for the details.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
You’ll probably notice that the price is higher than the typical video games you may be used to purchasing. That’s because Nintendo is pricing its Switch 2 games using a varying scale. This original game was one of the few original Switch games to hit the $69.99 price. Nintendo is keeping that price, and adding $10 for the Switch 2 glow-up. I don’t love that.
Upgrade Pack Is Also Available Separately
This version of the game comes with the original Switch game, plus the Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. If you already own the original game for Switch, you can purchase the upgrade pack separately for $10 and save some money.
Upgrade Pack Is Free with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
If you already own Tears of the Kingdom and you’re a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack member, you get the upgrade for no additional charge. It comes included in your subscription.
What is The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?
This package includes the full original Switch game The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, plus the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. That gets you upgraded performance, with things like faster frame rates and load times, plus enhanced resolution and textures. Basically, the is looks and runs better on Nintendo Switch 2 than it ever did on the original Switch.
From our original 10/10 TotK review: “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is an unfathomable follow-up to one of the greatest games ever made, somehow improving upon it in nearly every way – be that with simple quality-of-life improvements, a genuinely exciting story, or wildly creative new building mechanics that make you rethink what is possible. It both revamps old ground and introduces vast new areas so immense it somehow makes me wonder if Breath of the Wild was actually all that big, with an almost alarming number of tasks to complete, mysteries to discover, and delightful distractions to keep you from ever reaching that place you naively thought you were headed. Nintendo has followed up a triumph with a triumph, expanding and evolving a world that already felt full beyond expectation and raising the bar ever higher into the clouds.”
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Chris Reed is a deals expert and commerce editor for IGN. You can follow him on Bluesky @chrislreed.com.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is set to release exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. It includes the original Nintendo Switch game with some Switch 2 enhancements, plus Zelda Notes via the Nintendo Switch app. It’s available to preorder now (see it at Target). Read on for the details.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Nintendo isn't offering any sort of discount because this is an older game. You have to pay full price for original Switch game, plus an extra $10 for the Switch 2upgrade. Kinda stings.
Upgrade Pack Is Also Available Separately
This version of the game comes with the original Switch game, plus the Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. If you already own the original game for Switch, you can purchase the upgrade pack separately for $10 and save some money.
Upgrade Pack Is Free with Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack
If you already own Breath of the Wild and you’re a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack member, you get the upgrade for no additional charge. It comes included in your subscription. That's nice, considering how much Nintendo is nickel-and-diming fans with this new console rollout.
What is The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition?
This package includes the full original Switch game The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, plus the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. That gets you upgraded performance, with things like faster frame rates and load times, plus enhanced resolution and textures. Basically, the is looks and runs better on Nintendo Switch 2 than it ever did on the original Switch.
From our original BotW review: “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a masterclass in open-world design and a watershed game that reinvents a 30-year-old franchise. It presents a wonderful sandbox full of mystery, dangling dozens upon dozens of tantalizing things in front of you that just beg to be explored. I’ve had so many adventures in Breath of the Wild, and each one has a unique story behind what led me to them, making them stories on top of stories. And even after I’ve spent more than 50 hours searching the far reaches of Hyrule, I still manage to come across things I haven’t seen before. I’ll easily spend 50 to 100 more trying to track down its fascinating moments.”
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World (say that three times fast) is set to release exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 28. It contains the full original Switch game, but with improvements like a faster frame rate and higher resolution. It also comes with a whole new story, called Star-Crossed World, that hasn’t been released anywhere else before. It’s available for preorder now (see it at Target). Read on for the details.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World
Your eyes do not deceive you: this is an $80 game. You'll find no argument that that's a lot of money for a souped-up game for the original Switch, plus an expansion. But it's what Nintendo is charging, so grab it if you want it.
Upgrade Pack Is Also Available Separately
However, here's some good pricing news for anyone who already owns the original version of the game. Since this version simply comes with the original Switch game, plus the Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack, anyone who already owns the original game for Switch can purchase the upgrade pack separately and save some money.
What is Kirby and the Forgotten Land + Star-Crossed World?
From our Kirby and the Forgotten Land review: “Kirby and the Forgotten Land successfully warps the series’ already fun mix of ability-based combat, platforming, and secret hunting into the third dimension. The post-apocalyptic setting may not be as thematically interesting as Planet Popstar, but it is still lovely and vibrant, with cleverly designed levels that make consistently smart use of Kirby’s abilities. Despite the change in perspective, Forgotten Land maintains most of what I love about classic Kirby games – and if the future means more 3D adventures for our hungry pink hero, I’d be more than happy to swallow them up.”
So this Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game comes with the full original game, complete with improved graphics, plus the Star-Crossed World expansion, which brings a new adventure to the package. Nintendo describes the new content like this: “Kirby must use his amazing abilities, including some all-new Mouthful Modes, to clear a trail through uncharted territory after the world is struck by a powerful meteor.”
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Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV is set to release exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 24. It comes with everything included in the original party game for Nintendo Switch, plus a new Jamboree TV expansion that’s like a game show hosted by Toad. The game is available for preorder now (see it at Walmart). Let’s dive in and look at more details.
Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV
While there are several ways to buy this game, depending on whether you already own the original (if you do, read on), it's only available in one edition. So that's nice.
Yep, It Costs $79.99
Nintendo is using a sliding-scale pricing model for Switch 2 games. While most first-party original Switch games cost $59.99 (with the exception of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, which cost $69.99), for Switch 2, Nintendo is cranking the ceiling up to $79.99 (at least so far). Mario Kart World is also $79.99, while other games are $69.99 or even less.
Upgrade Pack Is Also Available Separately
This version of the game comes with the original Switch game, plus the Switch 2 Edition upgrade pack. The upgrade pack boosts the base game to higher definition and faster frame rates, while also adding the Jamboree TV expansion content. If you already own the original game for Switch, you can purchase the upgrade pack separately on the Nintendo eShop and at select other retailers (as a printed download code) and save some money.
What Is Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV?
The big new addition here is the Switch 2-exclusive Jamboree TV expansion, which brings new modes and minigames to the party. It includes a number of minigames that use new input types, only available on Switch 2. There’s audio recognition, along with mouse controls and “more expressive rumble.” It also makes use of the Nintendo Switch 2 camera accessory (sold separately; see it at Target).
The minigames that use the camera accessory are probably the most notable addition here, because it puts the faces of everyone playing into the game. Up to four players can participate using a single camera, to do things like balance digital goombas on your head, hit question blocks with your Joy-Con, and more.
Overall, this is probably one of the bigger expansions coming to a Switch 2 version of an original Switch game. It’s especially appealing to anyone who has people over and enjoys playing party games.
“Super Mario Party Jamboree is an amazing followup to Mario Party Superstars and easily one of the best games in the series. Not only does it faithfully return to the classic formula established in the Nintendo 64 entries, it confidently improves upon it with a fantastic set of boards that introduce unique and memorable mechanics. It’s also the most flexible Mario Party has ever been, with tons of ways to customize your game, including its brilliant new optional Pro Rules that reduce luck-based elements to a minimum and crank up the strategy for those who want it. The wonderful maps are supported by a great lineup of new and returning minigames and character-specific challenges that steal the show, even if I wish there were just a few more minigames in the rotation. The side offerings may not have much staying power, but when partying with friends and family locally or online, Super Mario Party Jamboree boldly completes the series’ redemption arc as its newest superstar.”
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April 24 is a big day. Not only are Nintendo Switch 2 preorders going live, but so are all the other things surrounding the launch of Switch 2. We’re talking games. We’re talking accessories and peripherals. We’re also talking a new batch of Nintendo amiibo. Fans of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Street Fighter 6 can preorder a handful of brand new amiibo from those games. Let’s take a look.
The side-scrolling carousel above has all the new amiibo in it, but if any of them are sold out when you click to buy, or you want more details, keep on reading.
With apparent ease and aplomb, Sidon settles the age-old quandary: “can a fish be hot?” He’s a useful companion in the newer Zelda games, and he makes a mighty fine amiibo.
Yunobo is a Goron who accompanies Link on his adventures and adds his sizable powers in Hyrule’s time of need. He’s kind of annoying as a character, but amiibo figures can’t talk, which makes this a safe one to pick up.
Would my life be improved if I never had to hear Tulin’s cry ever again? Most definitely. But would the aesthetics of my desk be improved if I picked up this amiibo and kept it there? Absolutely.
As a cocky rival to Luke, Jamie makes a fine addition to the amiibo lineup, just as his breakdancing and Drunken Fist fighting style makes a fine addition to Street Fighter 6.
Luke was the final playable character added to Street Fighter V, but he’s been in SF6 since the beginning. In fact, he’s the game’s chief protagonist, which means any fan of the game should add this amiibo to their collection.
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Donkey Kong Bananza is set to release exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17. It’s a big 3D platformer that finds our simian hero running, climbing, and rolling through a variety of wide-open environments. It’s available to preorder now (see it at Best Buy). Read on for the details.
There are no special editions or anything like that for Donkey Kong Bananza. The only choice you have to make is whether to buy it in physical or digital format.
Yes, the MSRP Is $69.99
While Nintendo is deploying a new $79.99 price point for some Switch 2 games (looking at you, Mario Kart World) and even some upgraded original Switch games (looking at you, Super Mario Party Jamboree), it’s sticking with $69.99 for Donkey Kong Bananza. That’s $10 more than the standard Nintendo kept for most original Switch games, but I’m glad it’s not $79.99.
What Is Donkey Kong Bananza?
Donkey Kong Bananza is the first new 3D Donkey Kong game since the 1999 N64 platformer Donkey Kong 64. The main gameplay mechanic here seems to be a digging ability that has Donkey Kong pounding and smashing his way down into the ground or through the sides of cliffs. And based on the trailer, there appears to be plenty of secrets and treasure to be found underground.
While most of the levels do appear to take place underground, you’ll get to play through a variety of environments, including forests, canyons, lagoons, and frozen tundras. True to the series history, there are also side-scrolling and mine cart rail-riding sections. It looks like fun. Check out our Donkey Kong Bananza hands-on preview for more information.
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There’s nothing more exciting than the start of a new console generation. Hopefully you were able to get your Nintendo Switch 2 preorder locked in. But with any new console comes a new batch of accessories. If you want to spec out your brand-new system with all the best Switch 2 accessories like new Joy-Con 2, Switch 2 Pro controllers, a camera, and more, you have plenty of options. Here’s where to preorder all the official Nintendo Switch 2 accessories and peripherals.
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Samsung microSD Express Card 256GB for Nintendo Switch 2
If there’s one thing every video game console needs more of, it’s storage. The Switch 2 comes with 256GB of onboard storage, but if you want to add more, a regular microSD card won’t cut it. The Switch 2 requires a microSD Express card, and because few products required them prior to the Switch 2, they’re hard to find in stock. To help feed the demand, Samsung and Nintendo are teaming up to make a special Mario-themed microSD Express card, which is only available in 256GB at launch.
The main input on any Nintendo Switch 2 is Joy-Con 2 controllers. While the Switch 2 is compatible with Joy-Cons from the original Switch, using them is far from ideal. They can’t wake the Switch 2 from sleep, and they can’t attach to the side for handheld play. Also, the new Joy-Con 2 input devices have several new features: mouse functionality, a team chat button, and a fancy magnetic attachment mechanism.
Joy-Cons are fine for handheld mode, but when I’m playing my Switch on the TV, I absolutely reach for a Pro Controller. The Switch 2 Pro Controller is functionally very similar to the original one for the original Switch, but it can wake the Switch 2 from sleep and it has a GameChat button, also found on Joy-Cons 2. And it charges in half the time. Nice.
If you plan to play Switch 2 with your friends online, you may want to pick up a Switch 2 camera to go along with your new console. It lets you broadcast your face to your friends online during Team Chat, and it also helps identify players during local play in games like Super Mario Party Jamboree Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV.
Nintendo Switch 2 Cases
Switch 2 Carrying Case & Screen Protector - $39.99
If you plan to play your Switch 2 in handheld mode, or to travel with it, you’ll definitely want to protect your hybrid console with a case. Nintendo is releasing two cases.
One is a slim case that comes with a screen protector and is useful for people who want to play the Switch 2 in handheld mode while on the go.
The other is an All-in-One case that’s big enough to store a Switch 2 console, dock, Joy-Con 2 controllers, cables, and up to six Game Cards. It also comes with a screen protector and a cleaning cloth.
An assortment of other official Switch 2 accessories will also be available at launch. The Charging Grip has a built-in battery to give your Joy-Cons 2 extra long life while playing. You can pick up additional straps, AC adaptors, and docks as well. And if you’re planning to get Mario Kart World, whether in a bundle with the Switch 2 or separately, you can get a set of two Joy-Con 2 Wheels for gesture-based steering.
All of the above accessories in the world are useless if you don’t have a Switch 2 console to play them with. See our full Switch 2 preorder guide for info about when it will be available for preorder at the various retailers.
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