Nintendo Switch
Coverage of Nintendo Switch in the Nexus archive.
- Microsoft cuts 4,800 jobs, including many at Xbox in a ‘reset’ of its gaming division
Microsoft is cutting 4,800 jobs globally, including 1,600 at its Xbox division, as part of a reorganization to 'reset' its gaming business amid heightened competition and a 'hardware crisis.' Xbox CEO Asha Sharma stated the division operates at significantly lower margins compared to similar platform and publishing businesses.
- Estranged husband admits killing wife, 25, in argument over Nintendo Switch as tragic 911 call is revealed
An estranged husband admitted to killing his 25-year-old wife during an argument over a Nintendo Switch. A tragic 911 call related to the incident was revealed.
- Minecraft Dungeons 2 gets a September release date
Minecraft Dungeons 2, a sequel to Microsoft's dungeon crawler spinoff, will release on September 29th. The game was first revealed in March with a fall 2026 release window and promises new action RPG adventures, high-stakes encounters, and never-before-seen locations.
- The golden age of handheld gaming is already over
The article discusses the end of the golden age of affordable handheld gaming, highlighting the Steam Deck's price increase from $399 to $789 and the Nintendo Switch's rise from $299 to $499. These price hikes are attributed to market conditions and hardware upgrades, making portable gaming less accessible compared to its 2022 affordability.
- Twelve South’s AirFly Pro 2 has hit one of its best prices ahead of summer travel
Twelve South's AirFly Pro 2 Bluetooth adapter is currently on sale for $49.99 (a $10 discount) at Amazon and Twelve South's website, marking one of its best prices. The device allows users to connect wireless headphones to in-flight entertainment systems, Nintendo Switch, and other devices with audio jacks, featuring a 25-hour battery life and support for two simultaneous connections.
- Xbox fans want exclusives, more backward compatibility, and free online multiplayer
Microsoft launched Xbox Player Voice to collect fan feedback, and fans are demanding exclusive games, more backward compatible games, and free online multiplayer. The most upvoted feedback prioritizes these features, with Xbox CEO Asha Sharma reconsidering the approach to exclusives. Fans want a better gaming experience on Xbox consoles.
- Philips Hue smart lights and a whole lot more are over 20 percent off
Philips Hue smart lights and other tech products are on sale at Woot with discounts of over 20 percent, including a two-pack of wall washers for $240 and the Philips Hue Bridge Gen 2 for $25.60. The sale also includes refurbished Amazon Kindle Scribe models starting at $159.
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond got its first big discount
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is on sale at Best Buy for $39.99, a $20 discount from its original price. The game features an open-world design and new gameplay mechanics. It runs better on the Switch 2 with an additional upgrade pack.
- The Nintendo Switch Switch (2019)
The article discusses the Nintendo Switch (2019 model), highlighting its Ethernet switch feature. It includes a blog post by Cynthia and a Hacker News link for comments, though no comments are present.
- Microsoft’s new Xbox chief is ‘reevaluating’ exclusive games
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is reevaluating Xbox's approach to exclusive games and windowed releases, signaling a potential strategic shift. The announcement comes amid fan backlash over Microsoft's decision to port games to PlayStation and Nintendo Switch, though no firm commitment to returning exclusives has been made.