Skateboarding and thumb wrestling join fan-favourite rose in 'Nintendo Switch Sports Resort'

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Nintendo revealed the full sports lineup for Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, scheduled to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system on Oct. 22. Set on the popular destination of Wuhu Island, the new title introduces intuitive motion-controlled gameplay across 12 distinct events available for both solo and multiplayer competition, both locally and online. The active roster includes two brand-new additions: Thumb Wrestling, where players aim to pin opponents using a charging mechanic, and Skateboarding, which utilizes the Joy-Con 2 controller's mouse functionality to execute rail grinds, slides, and aerial tricks.

The game also brings back ten fan-favourite sports, updated for the new console hardware. Players can take to the water with Power Cruising, take to the skies in Prop Plane, or test their skills on land through Archery, Bowling, Table Tennis, Boxing, Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball, and Golf. You can even use an in-game Jump Rope activity to warm up before jumping into competitive play. The Nintendo Switch Sports Resort's digital version retails for CA$69.99 in Canada and CA$84.99 for the physical variant.

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Nintendo's Zelda 40th anniversary Switch 2 hardware lineup drops Oct. 29

Nintendo will launch a special limited-edition Switch 2 hardware lineup on Oct. 29 to celebrate both the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda franchise and the upcoming remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Releasing one week ahead of the highly anticipated game, the collection features a black, gold, and green aesthetic inspired by Link, decorated with triangle decal patterns, the Triforce symbol, and the Hylian Crest. The hardware lineup includes the Nintendo Switch 2 Legend of Zelda – 40th Anniversary Edition console (CA$709.99), which comes with themed Joy-Con 2 controllers, alongside a standalone Pro Controller with a Hyrule Castle display stand (CA$139.99) and a protective carrying case with a screen protector (CA$39.99).

First revealed during a Nintendo Direct showcase in September, the commemorative products have triggered massive consumer demand, leading to immediate stock shortages across retailers. Pre-orders for the console, Pro Controller, and carrying case bundle went live earlier this month and sold out almost instantly across official online storefronts and physical locations. Fans hoping to acquire the anniversary edition hardware before the game's release will face limited availability, as Nintendo works to manage inventory constraints amid sky-high demand leading up to launch day.

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'The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time' remake includes real playable ocarina

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The Nintendo Switch 2 remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has a pretty cool feature coming out "later this year," involving physical, playable ocarinas. When you play the ocarina within the range of the Switch 2's built-in microphone, Link in the game will start playing the exact notes for you. You can even hum one of Link's learned ocarina melodies, and the effect is still the same. HORI is also releasing an electric version that plays entire songs at the press of a button. You can also input notes through dedicated controller buttons.

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'Star Fox' on Nintendo Switch 2 introduces Battle Mode changes

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Star Fox on the Nintendo Switch 2 just rolled out a free update for its Battle Mode feature. The game now adds three new stages for online play. These stages will appear more often for a limited time so you can try them out. Meanwhile, local Battle Mode now supports up to four players, with added split-screen support. On top of that, you can now form a team of four and join online battles using a single Nintendo Switch 2 console.

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