'Nintendo Switch 2' rumoured to offer backwards compatibility and game enhancements

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Universo Nintendo, a website with a track record of accurate Nintendo leaks, claims the Switch successor will boast full backwards compatibility for both physical and digital Switch games. Twitter leaker Centro Leaks shared a translation, indicating both cartridge and eShop titles will be playable on the new console. Additionally, developers will reportedly be able to "enhance" existing Switch games to leverage the improved processing power. This aligns with prior rumours of a graphically boosted The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild running on the new hardware.

The Switch successor (still officially unnamed and referred to as the Nintendo Switch 2) has been the subject of intense speculation in recent months. An industry survey found 8% of developers already working on titles for the new console, while another analyst predicts a 2024 release with an 8-inch LCD screen (instead of the current OLED). While Nintendo remains tight-lipped, the constant rumours suggest something significant is brewing. 

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'Red Dead Redemption' comes to PS4 and Switch, but is it worth it?

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Rockstar has just announced that Red Dead Redemption, the critically acclaimed Western game from 2010, is coming to Sony PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on August 17. This might sound like good news for fans who have been waiting for a chance to play this classic on modern consoles, but some major drawbacks make these ports disappointing and overpriced.

First of all, these are not remakes or remasters, but simple ports with minimal changes. The graphics, framerate, and gameplay are the same as 13 years ago. The only new feature is the addition of some new languages. This means that PS4 and PS5 owners will not get to enjoy the game in 60fps or with enhanced visuals, and Switch owners will have to settle for a lower resolution and performance.

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'Batman: Arkham Trilogy' coming to Nintendo Switch this fall

If you own a Nintendo Switch and love Batman, you're in luck. Warner Bros. Games has announced that Batman: Arkham Trilogy is coming to the Switch this fall. This collection includes: Arkham Asylum, Arkham City, and Arkham Knight. You'll also get all the DLC content released for each game. The Switch port is handled by Turn Me Up Games, who brought Switch ports for Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 and It Takes Two.

In these games, you'll play as Batman and face off against some of his most notorious enemies, such as The Joker, Mr. Freeze, and The Penguin. You'll explore different locations in Gotham City, from the dark and twisted Arkham Asylum to the sprawling and chaotic Arkham City. You'll also get to drive the Batmobile and use a variety of gadgets and skills to fight crime and solve puzzles. 

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Mario's new power-up in "Super Mario Bros. Wonder' has a trunk

Get ready for a wonder-filled adventure with Mario and friends in Super Mario Bros. Wonder, coming to Nintendo Switch on October 20, 2023. This new game brings back the classic 2D sidescrolling action with vibrant and dynamic environments and many secrets to discover. You can play as Mario, Luigi, Toad, Princess Peach, Princess Daisy, or Yoshi and experience their unique abilities and styles. You can also try Mario's latest power-up, the Elephant Suit, which lets him charge through obstacles and enemies with his trunk. Why not, right?

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is more than just a nostalgic trip. It also adds a new twist to the gameplay with the Wonder Flower. This magical item can unlock the world's wonders and change the game in surprising ways. Pipes might come to life, enemies might swarm the screen, characters might swap their outfits, and more. You never know what will happen next in this wondrous world. Super Mario Bros. Wonder is now available for pre-order.

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