Leave it to Nintendo to attempt to keep game file sizes from growing too large in an age of titles taking up over 100GB of storage space on consoles. A few first-party Switch 2 games apparently won't even top 10GB, with Mario Kart World the only listed title so far racing past the 20GB mark.The digital Nintendo Store for the US hasn't listed Switch 2 games yet but apparently the Japanese storefront has (via IGN). The site reportedly lists four Switch 2 titles so far, along with the space taken by the Nintendo GameCube app for Switch Online + Expansion Pack premium members.Mario Kart World - 23.4GBDonkey Kong Bananza - 10GBSuper Mario Party Jamboree - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV - 7.7GBKirby and the Forgotten Land - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Star-Crossed World - 5.7GBNintendo GameCube app - 3.5GB Switch 2 will feature 256GB of internal storage space, with the ability to increase the size with microSD Express cards. That means Mario Kart World--if bought digitally--will take up just under 10% of the built-in storage for the hybrid system. Meanwhile, Cyberpunk 2077 will fit on a 64GB physical Switch 2 game card, so presumably will take up similar space digitally. Nintendo has also revealed Game-Key Cards that work similarly to physical cards but don't have the game stored locally on them. Instead, they work as a way to download a title but still must be inserted into Switch 2 to play.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

From Software has two known games in development currently--with one set to be released very soon--and both of them are built around a core multiplayer experience. Elden Ring: Nightreign offers a co-op souls-like adventure, while Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods is heavily focused on PvPvE gameplay. This has raised some concern amongst From Software fans that the studio will develop more multiplayer games in the future, but From Software boss and Duskbloods director Hidetaka Miyazaki says that the developer isn't shifting exclusively to online multiplayer games. "As previously mentioned, this is an online multiplayer title at its core, but this doesn’t mean that we as a company have decided to shift to a more multiplayer-focused direction with titles going forward," Miyazaki said in a Nintendo interview. "The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Elden Ring was also announced, and we still intend to actively develop single-player-focused games such as this that embrace our more traditional style."Miyazaki also spoke more about the setting, characters, and themes of The Duskbloods, explaining how players will control a group of characters known as the Bloodsworn. Starring a group of superhuman warriors that are similar to vampires, Miyazaki said that the game takes place during the end of human society and revolves around the Bloodsworn chasing after something known as First Blood. The Duskbloods--which was originally pitched for the Switch--will launch for Switch 2 in 2026.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

With Season 2 of HBO's The Last of Us premiering next week, fans have speculated how much of the second game's story will be covered. We know the timeline won't be completely linear to the game, and with the sequel's actual gameplay length, there's only so much room in a single season. It's been theorized that there might be room for at least one more season of the show, but what if there were more game material to adapt?Talking to Variety, showrunner Craig Mazin explained that they'll need more than this upcoming season to tell the whole story that Neil Druckmann told in the games. However, the thought of spin-off potential has crossed his mind, even if he's not the one running the show."As far as additional source material, as a fan of The Last of Us, if Neil has more games, I would love it,” Mazin said. "For me as a writer and showrunner, this is my Last of Us. So this will be the last of my Last of Us, covering the events of the first and second game."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

A new report suggests that many AA and indie studios have been unable to secure development kits for Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its launch this June.Several game developers from AA and indie studios spoke to The Game Business, who revealed their complaints in a recent newsletter. "New console audiences are often willing to try new things at the start, so we were desperate to get our hands on dev kits early. Nintendo has finally responded to us, but we still don’t think we’ll get anything for a few months," a AA game studio co-founder told The Game Business. Generally, the developers The Game Business spoke to didn't seem to think a large bump for indie games would arrive alongside the Switch 2 launch. They're still hoping to learn more about the process of acquiring a Switch 2 development kit from Nintendo now that more information about the system is public knowledge.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Nintendo fans won't have to wait much longer to get their hands on the Switch 2. The successor to one of the best-selling video game consoles of all time is slated to release June 5, Nintendo announced during its hour-long livestream that fully lifted the veil on the Switch 2. You will have to wait a bit longer than expected to preorder the Nintendo Switch 2, though. After initially announcing a preorder date of April 9, Nintendo has delayed preorders in the US while it reviews new tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration.When preorders do eventually go live, the Switch 2 will be available on its own or in a bundle with Mario Kart World. It's unclear if the console and/or the bundle will receive price increases. Nintendo originally announced the console would cost $450 on its own and $500 with Mario Kart World in the United States.Here is the full statement Nintendo sent GameSpot on April 4:Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Bethesda's Todd Howard recently revealed why Fallout was adapted as a television series rather than a movie.Howard's comments were part of a bigger report from Variety about the process of video game adaptations. In it, Howard explains that a movie version of Fallout would've felt "too compressed" as the game series has such a vast and interesting world."Originally, a lot of people were approaching to do a feature film. And looking at what we wanted to do for this one, that felt too compressed. Fallout is such an amazing world--what would we really want to watch in it? Well, we’d like to watch the next story, or new stories in that world, as opposed to, again, in this instance, adapting a story we had told and kind of compressing it down. For this one, we were very much interested in telling new stories," Howard explained.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Nearly three years ago, Sony confirmed reports about a Netflix TV series based upon Horizon Zero Dawn. However, the proposed live-action Horizon show was reportedly canceled last year. Now, PlayStation Productions chief Asad Qizilbash has offered an explanation about why the series didn't go forward.Qizilbash told Variety that the Horizon series "just wasn’t creatively going how we wanted to," which led Sony to reevaluate it as a potential movie rather than a television project. However, Qizilbash didn't touch upon the workplace misconduct allegations against Horizon showrunner Steve Blackman stemming from his time on The Umbrella Academy. Blackman denied any wrongdoing, and word about Horizon's fate was revealed shortly thereafter.Earlier this year, Sony officially put a Horizon Zero Dawn movie into development alongside a Helldivers adaptation. Neither film officially has a creative team or a cast yet, nor do they currently have slots on Sony's release calendar. Sony has previously produced other features based on PlayStation games, including Uncharted and the upcoming Until Dawn film.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Fanatical has launched a new Platinum Bundle deal, and if you're looking to stock up on some quirky PC games to play on your desktop or your Steam Deck, there are some great titles to choose from here. Like other Build Your Own bundles from Fanatical, pricing is tiered, and the more games you add, the lower each game key costs. The bundle starts at three or more games for $3.33 per key, five or more games for $3 per key, or seven or more games for $2.85 each. There's no limit on how many you can add to your bundle, and the majority of them are Steam Deck Verified or Steam Deck Playable. See bundle at Fanatical One of the big highlights on this curated list is Turnip Boy Robs A Bank, a fun roguelite and a direct sequel to Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion. While the game looks adorable with its anthropomorphic vegetable characters, it's actually a hilarious and dark tale of crime and revenge set in a post-apocalyptic world where veggies have risen to become the dominant lifeform following the extinction of humanity. As for the gameplay, this is a fun jaunt through a bank as you blast your way past security and steadily upgrade Turnip Boy's arsenal. The other great game on this list is SteamWorld Build, which takes place in the cowboy robot Steampunk universe. This time, the focus is on building a new home, mining the land beneath you, and increasing efficiency. SteamWorld games are generally fun adventures, and this one is a fun mix of resource management and spatial planning.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Following President Trump unveiling his controversial new tariff plan, Nintendo has announced that it is delaying US preorders. Originally scheduled to start on April 9, a Nintendo representative has since confirmed this date has been pushed back indefinitely in order for the company to "assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions." As such, it is likely we will see an sizeable increase in the console's price before it is relisted.The full statement, which was given to GameSpot via a Nintendo spokesperson, can be found below:"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the U.S. will not start April 9, 2025 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions. Nintendo will update timing at a later date. The launch date of June 5, 2025 is unchanged."Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The first box-office numbers for A Minecraft Movie have arrived, with the Warner Bros. video game movie bringing in $10.55 million at the domestic box office for its Thursday previews.For comparison, the video game movie Five Nights at Freddy's made $10.3 million in the US for its previews, while The Super Mario Bros. Movie brought in $26.5 million.Variety supplied the numbers, and added that A Minecraft Movie is projected to earn between $70 million-$80 million for its opening weekend in the US. For its part, Warner Bros. is penciling in a a more conservative projection of $65 million. Some estimates, Variety said, peg A Minecraft Movie at $90 million for its first weekend.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Terrifier movies have been… well, terrifying fans for close to a decade now, ever since the original hit theaters in 2016. The horror franchise is now officially making the jump to the world of video games with Terrifier: The Artcade Game releasing for PS5, Switch, and PC on October 17. If you want something gruesome to play during Halloween and the spooky season, consider locking in your preorder ahead of its launch. Two versions are up for grabs--one of which is loaded with collectibles and is the ideal choice for long-time fans of the film.Terrifier: The Artcade Game Preorder BonusesThere are currently no preorder bonuses for Terrifier: The Artcade Game. If anything is revealed between now and October 17, we'll update this section with details. Most retailers don't charge you for preorders until the item has shipped--meaning you're free to lock in a preorder today, then change your mind and preorder from a different retailer if any cool exclusives are revealed. Terrifier: The Artcade Game Standard Edition $40 | Releases October 17 This edition gets you the base game and any eligible preorder bonuses. It's quite affordable at $40, though the Limited Edition might be a better option for dedicated fans, as it gets you a heap of collectibles. Digital copies should soon be available on PSN, Switch eShop, and Steam, while physical versions for PS5 and Switch can already be found at Amazon. Preorder at Amazon (PS5) Preorder at Amazon (Switch) Terrifier: The Artcade Game Limited Edition $90 | Releases October 17 Ready to load up your game room with terrifying Terrifier goodies? The Limited Edition gets you the base game plus this laundry list of collectibles:Art and Vicky enamel pinsPuke bagReversible posterBloody gameplay glovesCharacter stickersArt's Mix soundtrackArt's art bookPremium collector's boxSpecial "Thank You" letterInstruction manualYou'll also get some cool in-game exclusives, including a Hardcore mode with an alternate ending, a new character skin, and an extra gallery. Preorder at Amazon (PS5) Preorder at Amazon (Switch) Terrifier: The Artcade Game Limited EditionTerrifier: The Artcade Game is a retro beat 'em up that supports up to four players. You'll get to wield an arsenal of deadly weapons as you carve through enemies, navigate various obstacles, and take down a variety of challenging bosses. Six different game modes are available--meaning there's always something new to explore. Pulling it all together is a chiptune soundtrack that helps set the chilling atmosphere for each stage.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The Duskbloods, revealed as part of the recent Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, will not feature fully customizable characters like Elden Ring or Dark Souls, developer From Software has confirmed, but will instead allow players to choose from a cast of "over a dozen" characters that can be customized.When The Duskbloods was first revealed, many thought it was akin to the PlayStation 4-exclusive Bloodborne. That, however, is not the case, as the game is an eight-player, multiplayer-focused PvPvE title. In a new developer interview with The Duskbloods' director and From Software president Hidetaka Miyazaki, he revealed more details about the game's PvPvE nature and the unique "Bloodsworn" characters players will be able to choose from.Rather than making a character from scratch, players will get to choose from over a dozen unique characters that have their "own identity and appearance," as well as unique weapons. Each character will have a weapon or tool to deal damage at a distance, as well the ability to summon an NPC to help them in battle.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

Dark City 4K Limited Edition $60 | Releases June 24 Preorder at Amazon Dark City premiered in 1998, and it quickly became a cult classic sci-fi film. Along with earning a Hugo Award nomination for Best Dramatic Presentation, it's said to have influenced The Matrix, which released a year later. The tech noir movie is now getting a long-awaited 4K release, with the Dark City 4K Limited Edition arriving on June 24. Preorders are now open at Amazon, and since it's currently ranked as the best-selling sci-fi film at Amazon, consider reserving a copy before this Limited Edition sells out. Dark City 4K Limited Edition $60 | Releases June 24 This collection gets you a 4K version of both the director's cut and theatrical cut of the film. It also supports HDR for more vibrant colors and Dolby Atmos for enhanced sound quality. As a bonus, you'll get the following:Collector's Book (60 pages)Limited edition packagingDouble-sided posterThree postcard-sized reproduction art cardsPostcard from Shell BeachDr. Schreber business cardThat's a pretty solid list of additional goodies, and it's bound to appeal to long-time fans of the cult-classic. The current price of $60 is a bit high, though there's a strong possibility it'll drop between now and release. Preordering at Amazon means you won't pay until the item ships, and you'll be eligible for any discounts that occur after you place your preorder. Preorder at Amazon Dark City 4K Limited EditionDark City 4K Limited Edition Bonus FeaturesAlong with the collectibles, the Dark City 4K Limited Edition is packed with special features. Here's a look at what you'll find across its two discs:Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The 2.0.0 recent patch for The Last of Us Part II Remastered has finally added some new content for the roguelike No Return mode, but it has caused an issue in the single-player campaign.Sony is aware of and is currently addressing an issue where players have reported that additional weapon holsters and purchased skills disappear after the patch was applied. This problem seems to be secluded to the single-player campaign.As for the new content, Bill and Marlene have been added as new playable characters. Four new maps are included as well: School, Nest, Streets, and Overlook. There are also new No Return Trophies for players to unlock, and a cosmetic skin for Ellie where she dawns on the jacket of Jordan A. Mun, the protagonist for Naughty Dog's next game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com

The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie $17 (was $27) | Releases May 27 Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart While the Looney Tunes have been around forever, its quirky cast of characters had never received a fully animated feature-length film. That all changed last year with the release of The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie, which earned excellent reviews from critics and is coming to Blu-ray on May 27. Preorders are now steeply discounted at Amazon and Walmart, making this the ideal time to reserve a copy. The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie $17 (was $27) | Releases May 27 This matches the lowest price ever for The Day the Earth Blew Up, and it's unlikely it'll go any lower before release. If it does, preordering makes you eligible for any additional discounts, and you won't pay until the item ships. You'll also find a DVD version of The Day the Earth Blew Up, but because of the recent discount, the Blu-ray is more affordable. Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart The Day the Earth Blew Up Bonus FeaturesIt's unclear if the Blu-ray includes any bonus features--behind the hand-drawn animated film, no bonus features are mentioned in the product listing. We'll update this section if anything is revealed between now and May 27.A bunch of other Looney Tunes animations are available on Blu-ray, including the Looney Tunes Collector's Choice: Vol. 1-4 set that launched in late 2024. The four-disc collection gets you over 600 minutes of classic cartoons, making it an excellent way to relive the best Looney Tunes adventures. It's the best value of the bunch, but there are still plenty of others to peruse. We also included a few DVDs if you're looking for something even more affordable.Continue Reading at GameSpotInfo from Gamespot.com