Nintendo Switch stories - Page 2
Hands-on review: Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube controller
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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nintendo
Nintendo's Switch 2 GameCube pad revives the classic controller feel, finally making Wind Waker and friends play just as they should.
Hands-on review: Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC Express card
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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storage
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Silicon Power's Hypera microSDXC Express card brings near-SSD speeds and affordable extra storage to Nintendo Switch 2 gamers.
Belkin unveils new chargers & Switch 2 case for ANZ
Tue, 13th Jan 2026
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Belkin reveals Qi2 chargers, power banks and a rugged Switch 2 charging case for ANZ, with key products set to land from March 2026.
Game review: Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return Special Edition (PS5)
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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retro gaming
Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return on PS5 adds welcome modern tweaks, but clunky 3D, weak audio and fussy bosses dull the retro charm.
Game review: The House of the Dead 2 Remake (Switch/Switch 2)
Mon, 15th Dec 2025
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gaming
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sega
The House of the Dead 2 Remake shuffles onto Switch with nostalgic charm, clunky gyro aiming and visuals frozen in the late 90s.
Game review: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2)
Mon, 15th Dec 2025
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nintendo
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a stunning return, marrying slick combat and 4K performance with some irksome backtracking and Amiibo-gated music.
Deep-dive review: Asus ROG Xbox Ally X handheld gaming PC
Thu, 4th Dec 2025
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gaming
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steam
The ROG Xbox Ally X is a handheld Windows gaming PC, sponsored by Xbox, offering portable gaming with high-end AMD hardware and mixed user experience.
Game review: Goodnight Universe (Switch 2)
Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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indie games
Goodnight Universe on Switch 2 offers a unique sci-fi tale as you play Isaac, a baby with mysterious powers, in a captivating 3.5-hour indie game.
Game review: Kirby Air Riders (Switch 2)
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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nintendo
Kirby Air Riders for Nintendo Switch 2 offers a colourful, smooth 60fps racing experience with unique gameplay and diverse modes, scoring 8.5/10.
Hands-on Review: iMP Tech Mini Arcade Pro Switch/Switch 2 cabinet controller
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sega
iMP Tech Mini Arcade Pro transforms your Nintendo Switch/Switch 2 into a retro arcade cabinet with joystick, buttons and easy assembly.
Game review: R-Type Delta: HD Boosted (Xbox Series X)
Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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gaming
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R-Type Delta: HD Boosted revives the 1998 classic with HD graphics and new modes on Xbox Series X, yet its punishing difficulty may deter newcomers.
Game review: Hyrule Warriors - Age of Imprisonment (Switch 2)
Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment on Switch 2 boasts smooth 60fps gameplay, diverse characters and 50+ hours of action-packed missions in a vibrant Zelda world.
Game review: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake (Xbox Series X)
Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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square enix
Square Enix's Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on Xbox Series X offers classic RPGs with stunning visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay, and modern convenience features.
Game review: Two Point Museum (Switch 2)
Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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gaming
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game review
Two Point Museum debuts on Switch 2, offering fun museum management with charming visuals and humour, but limited by clunky controls and 30fps gameplay.
Game review: Pokemon Legends: Z-A (Switch 2)
Mon, 27th Oct 2025
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gaming
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game review
Pokémon Legends: Z-A on Switch 2 offers real-time combat and familiar gameplay despite dull graphics and no voice acting.
Game review: Persona 3 Reload (Nintendo Switch 2)
Mon, 27th Oct 2025
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nintendo switch
Persona 3 Reload on Nintendo Switch 2 offers a full remake with enhanced visuals and new features but suffers from performance issues compared to PS5 and Xbox versions.
Game review: Lego Party (Xbox Series X)
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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gaming
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spacetech
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digital entertainment
Lego Party launches on Xbox Series X in 2025, offering cross-platform multiplayer and over 60 mini-games for fun with friends and family.
Game review: Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Switch 2)
Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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super mario
Nintendo has re-released Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Switch and Switch 2 with enhanced graphics but at a steep NZD $99 price.
DLC review: Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island & Emerald Rush (Switch 2)
Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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gaming
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dlc
Nintendo's new DLC for Donkey Kong Bananza adds a vibrant DK Island and timed Emerald Rush mode but is pricey at NZD $33 for limited new content.
Game review: Everybody's Golf Hot Shots (PS5)
Mon, 15th Sep 2025
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ps4
Everybody's Golf Hot Shots on PS5 delivers accessible gameplay and varied modes but suffers from muted graphics compared to the vibrant 2017 PS4 version.