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Square Enix kicked off its biggest-ever sale on Nintendo Switch 2 and the Nintendo eShop, slashing prices on a wide lineup of RPGs and classics—including Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Octopath Traveler 0, and Final Fantasy Tactics—across both platforms, with many titles hitting new lows. The sale runs through July 17, 2026.
Nintendo released a weeklong maintenance schedule for the week of June 21, 2026, detailing three downtime sessions that will affect Switch 2 and Switch—including eShop downtime, consumable-purchase processing, and network services—with times listed across PT, ET, the UK, and Europe.
Nintendo Switch 2 firmware update 22.5.0 adds Dutch and Russian for Text-to-Speech and GameChat, deploys a redesigned eShop with theme-color syncing, introduces a Verification PIN for eShop access and saved payments, adds 10-second rewind/forward for full-screen video in News/eShop, and includes general system stability improvements.
Nintendo kicked off a new indie-sale on Switch 2 and the standard Switch, bringing Hollow Knight: Silksong and a slate of other indie titles to discounted prices on the Nintendo eShop; prices and sale end dates vary by title, so players should check the eShop page for full details.
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explains at NYU that Nintendo ships games complete and avoids large day-one updates or frequent discounts, a “Kyoto craftsmanship” mindset that prioritizes quality over discounting; while some sales occur on the eShop, price cuts are usually modest and not the norm for most titles.
Spike Chunsoft announces a Nintendo eShop Spring Sale running April 17–29, 2026, with discounts up to 90% on select titles.
New Rosalina and Samus Nintendo eShop cards have surfaced at retailers in digital form (Rosalina $200, Samus $150) with no physical versions yet; the article notes Rosalina’s heightened presence in recent games and media and Samus’s ongoing Metroid adventures. A sale on $10 eShop cards reduces them to about $8.98, with bulk purchases saving more, and Nintendo refreshed some older eShop card designs last year.
Nintendo generally doesn’t offer digital refunds on the eShop, but it occasionally makes one-time exceptions for special circumstances when a game is unfinished or significantly flawed; examples include Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on Switch 2, Sonic Colors: Ultimate at launch, and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. To request a refund, consult Nintendo of America’s customer-service options or call 1-800-255-3700.
Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2) users can grab the Leisure Suit Larry – Wet Dreams Saga two-game bundle for about $3.24 on the Nintendo eShop through March 3, a 95% discount (roughly $1.62 per game). The bundle includes Wet Dreams Don’t Dry (2018) and Wet Dreams Dry Twice (2020); both are backward compatible with the current Switch, and there’s no native Switch 2 version yet. The developer CrazyBunch is reportedly shutting down.
A pricing error on the Switch 2 eShop led to a massive discount on Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, but CD Projekt Red confirmed the original prices were incorrect. Customers who purchased at the discounted rates can keep the games, with new, corrected discounts now in place.
Nintendo Life's October 2025 eShop Selects highlights the top three games based on staff reviews: 3rd place Absolum, 2nd place Xenotilt, and 1st place Ball x Pit, with other notable mentions including Lumo 2 and Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, showcasing a diverse lineup of highly-rated indie and mainstream titles for the Nintendo Switch.
Fans speculate that Pokémon Legends: Z-A may have hidden multiplayer features based on eShop descriptions, despite official confirmation only mentioning single-player mode; further details are awaited, possibly revealed during upcoming Pokémon events.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has released its day one update (version 20.1.1), adding features like network functions, game sharing, online services, and compatibility with microSD Express Cards, which is required for using game key cards and expanding storage. The update also enables linking with smartphone apps and uploading media to the server, with users prompted to update during initial setup.
Nightdive Studios has released 'The Thing: Remastered' on the US Nintendo eShop for $29.99, with a European release delayed until later this month due to unforeseen circumstances. This remaster of the 2002 survival horror game features enhanced graphics and gameplay improvements, including 4K resolution and up to 144 FPS. Players take on the role of Cpt J.F. Blake, leading a team against shape-shifting aliens in Antarctica. The game is also set to release on Xbox consoles and Game Pass.
In celebration of Mario Day, Nintendo is offering discounts on popular games and accessories, including Mario Golf: Super Rush, Mario Party Superstars, a $50 Nintendo eShop gift card, Yoshi’s Crafted World, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Samsung QN90B LCD/LED TV, Puro Sound Labs PuroQuiet-Plus noise-cancelling kids headphones, Hori Nintendo Switch Split Pad Pro, and a 14-day free trial for Nintendo Switch Online. These deals provide opportunities for savings and enhancing the gaming experience for Nintendo Switch users.