➀ The article discusses the upcoming Nintendo Direct event; ➁ It mentions the rumored date and timing of the event; ➃ It speculates on the content of the event, including potential announcements and expectations from fans.

➀ Apex Legends is scheduled to receive its Switch 2 upgrade on August 5th; ➁ The upgrade includes new optimizations and upgraded graphics for improved performance and visuals; ➂ The handheld mode is expected to upgrade from 720p dynamic resolution to 1080p dynamic resolution, and possibly upscaled 4K in docked mode; ➃ The update will also include the Apex Legends: Showdown update with 30-player battles and quality-of-life updates like auto-looting.

➀ Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero is set to launch on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2; ➁ The game features a massive character roster, including new characters from Dragon Ball Super and Dragon Ball Daima; ➂ The game will be available on November 14th.

➀ Nintendo has revealed Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection for a 2026 release on the Switch 2; ➁ The game is an anime-inspired RPG with turn-based combat; ➂ The series is typically multiplatform, so it may also be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox.

➀ The PS5 has generated over $13 billion in profits; ➁ This figure exceeds the combined profits of all previous PlayStation console generations; ➂ The rise of multiplayer live service games and microtransactions has contributed significantly to PlayStation's profits.

➀ Microsoft has a legal agreement with Nintendo to release COD titles on Nintendo consoles for the next decade; ➁ Black Ops 7 has been announced for multiple platforms but not for Nintendo; ➂ Microsoft and Nintendo are still committed to bringing Call of Duty back to Nintendo platforms.

➀ GAME has unexpectedly cancelled several pre-orders for the upcoming Switch 2, just a week before its launch; ➁ The official statement from GAME digital apologizes for the cancellations and promises to reinstate as many pre-orders as possible; ➂ The reason for the cancellations remains unclear, leading to speculation among fans.

➀ Game Freak announced Pokémon Legends Z-A for the Switch and Switch 2; ➁ Release date confirmed for October 16th; ➂ Switch 1 owners need to purchase an upgrade pack for Switch 2 version.

➀ Nintendo released a significant firmware update for the Switch, preparing it for the upcoming Switch 2; ➁ However, some users encountered major issues, with their systems being bricked after the update; ➂ Nintendo is aware of the issue and is investigating a solution.

➀ Nintendo has released a significant firmware update for the original Switch; ➁ The update brings visual changes and new features in line with the upcoming Switch 2; ➂ It includes new icons, user-verification settings, and improvements to data transfer and online licensing.

➀ Sonic x Shadow Generations, a remaster of the 2011 2D/3D platformer, has been confirmed for the new Switch 2 console at launch; ➁ The game features a variety of levels, mechanics, and a new addition of Shadow the Hedgehog; ➂ Despite not being the most powerful showcase for the Switch 2, it is still a welcome addition to the system.

➀ Nintendo has ported almost every Wii U exclusive to the Switch, offering enhanced resolutions and additional content. The only exception was The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD. Despite the GameCube version of Wind Waker coming to Switch 2 through NSO, the company hinted at a possible future port of the Wii U version. ➁ Following the confirmation of Wind Waker's arrival on Switch 2 via the new Nintendo Switch Online GameCube emulator, fans feared the Wii U port of 'Wind Waker HD' might be overlooked. ➂ In an interview, Nintendo of America's senior vice-president of product development, Nate Bihldorff, stated that all options are on the table for Wind Waker HD coming to Switch 2.

➀ EA Sports has faced criticism for its Switch versions of games, lacking year-on-year tech enhancements; ➁ EA has not confirmed if the Switch 2 versions of EA FC and Madden NFL will include these enhancements; ➂ EA representatives stated that both experiences are being built for the new platform, aiming for feature parity 'as much as the hardware allows'.

➀ The Nintendo Switch was successful but faced issues with Joy-Con drift; ➁ Nintendo Switch 2 is said to have fixed the issue; ➂ Nintendo's hardware design lead, Tetsuya Sasaki, mentioned the new Joy-Con controllers are designed for bigger and smoother movement; ➃ A spokesperson mentioned redesigned control sticks for improved durability.

➀ The recent Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showcased new games and ports, but Mario Kart World's physical copy will cost £75. ➁ This price is higher than the current $70 for AAA games and marks a new standard for Nintendo's new-gen titles. ➂ The digital version of Mario Kart World is priced at £67, while Donkey Kong Bananza is £67 physically and £59 digitally.

➀ Yakuza 0: Director's Cut for Nintendo Switch 2 includes a full English dub; ➁ New features such as never-before-seen cutscenes, a 4-player online mode with 60 unlockable characters, and support for French, Italian, German, and Spanish text; ➂ The Director's Cut is not just a basic port but a significant enhancement over the original game.

➀ Nintendo has provided details on the Switch 1 game upgrade process for Switch 2; ➁ Some upgrades will be free, while others will cost up to $20; ➂ Subscribers to Nintendo Switch Online may receive free upgrades for certain games.

➀ Square Enix announced a 2025 release date for the Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake during a Nintendo Direct stream; ➁ The new trailer showcases the games in full HD-2D with enhanced visuals; ➂ The remake will be available for Nintendo Switch, PC, Xbox, and PS5, with new content introduced.

➀ Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick confirms support for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2; ➁ The company has a long-standing relationship with Nintendo and plans to support the platform; ➂ The mention of Civilization 7 being available on Switch hints at potential support for more games.