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Pokémon Champions developers apologize for launch bugs
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The Pokémon Company has apologized for bugs and issues in the newly launched Pokémon Champions battle simulator on Nintendo Switch. The developer listed several fixes in an upcoming patch and announced a brief maintenance period. Players reported problems including incorrect descriptions, animation glitches, and transfer issues.
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Masaaki Hoshino, director of Pokémon Champions, acknowledged fan criticisms of the game's graphics and performance in an interview with Eurogamer Germany. The veteran Pokémon developer related to the feedback as a fan himself and defended his team's efforts. He compared the battle simulator to his prior work on Pokkén Tournament.
Two months after its reveal, Nintendo has released the 'Welcome Version' demo for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Switch eShop. Players can create up to three Miis, with save data transferable to the full game launching April 16, plus a hamster costume unlock upon completion.
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Following the initial April 2026 release window announced on Pokémon Day, Nintendo and The Pokémon Company have confirmed that the Nintendo Switch version of Pokémon Champions—a new free-to-play battle simulator for competitive play—launches on April 8, 2026. A mobile version follows later in the year, and the game will be playable at PAX East in Boston this weekend.
Building on the ongoing Mario Day 2026 eShop sale, Nintendo has announced physical game discounts at major retailers, a special Nintendo Switch 2 bundle, and a Direct previewing the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. New classic Mario titles join Nintendo Switch Online on March 10, alongside savings on LEGO sets and toys.
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Nintendo has launched its Mario Day 2026 eShop sale ahead of March 10, offering discounts on a limited selection of Mario-related games for the Nintendo Switch. The sale runs from March 5 to March 15 and features a standout deal on Mario+Rabbids: Sparks of Hope Gold Edition for $9. Additional announcements include new classic Mario games arriving on Nintendo Switch Online and a regional Switch 2 bundle.
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