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Max Burkholder - Shelf Quest Episode 2
Max Burkholder grew up with "unlimited screentime," as a busy child actor going to work and school. He fell in love with video games through Kingdom Hearts, which helped him come down from the stress of being on the set of films like The Purge, Daddy Day Care and Parenthood.Now he somehow finds time for games while starring as the teen version of Mark Wahlberg's character on Peacock's Ted series, ploughing through long RPGs like Final Fantasy 16 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, as well as playthroughs of critically acclaimed puzzlers like Blue Prince. He was excited to walk out of videogamesnewyork with a new copy of Bravely Default for the Nintendo Switch 2.This is Shelf Quest, our monthly series exploring gaming nostalgia, and how games have impacted our lives. We'll be back next month with a brand new guest, and more stories to tell.
Nintendo Officially Confirms Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, giving fans of the 1998 a new way to play the Zelda classic.
‘Crimson Desert’ Dev Finally Reveals DLC Release Window, and It’s Soon
Pearl Abyss' hit action RPG will also come to Nintendo Switch 2 in less than a year
First Switch 2 Special Edition Might Celebrate Zelda’s 40th Anniversary, If Leaks Are Hy-Real
Nintendo might be preparing for a 40th celebration of The Legend of Zelda series, with Switch 2 possibly getting its first special-edition system based on the beloved franchise. A new leak on social media shows a Triforce decked-out Switch 2 dock, with what appears to be black and green Joy-Con 2 controllers decorated with flourishes of gold. The Centro LEAKS account on X(https://x.com/CentroLeaks/status/2087196417433485448) posted two purported pictures of the Zelda-themed Switch 2 and Switch 2 Pro Controllers. Nintendo hasn't released any official statements about a new system or controller--let alone anything about a Zelda 40th-anniversary event. However, it's been common in the past for the company to bring out special Zelda consoles for new games in the franchise, such as the Tears of the Kingdom OLED Switch(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-switch-oled-legend-of-zelda-console/1100-6526455/) and Hyrule Edition Switch Lite that launched alongside Echoes of Wisdom(https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/the-legend-of-zelda-echoes-of-wisdom-review-a-link-between-eras/1900-6418291/). https://twitter.com/CentroLeaks/status/2087196417433485448 In June, Nintendo did unveil a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-finally-reveals-the-legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-for-2026/) that's set to come out later this year. That said, the leaked images above don't seem to tie into that upcoming game specifically. Instead, the supposed special-edition system and controller seem more similar to the gold Hyrule Edition Switch Lite. Switch 2 is still outpacing original Switch hardware sales(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-switch-2-is-still-outpacing-the-original-switch-by-millions/), with over 23 million sold so far. That means Switch 2 has already passed lifetime sales of Wii U and Nintendo GameCube. A couple of months ago, Switch 2 celebrated its first birthday(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-switch-2-at-one-nintendos-biggest-wins-misses-and-surprises/). Meanwhile, Sony has officially announced a special-edition PS5 Marvel's Wolverine system(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/marvel-wolverine-has-given-us-sony-best-looking-ps5-ever/), along with other products. Best Zelda Games, Ranked – Where Does Echoes of Wisdom Fall? !4406308-switch1x1-thelegendofzelda-echoesofwisdomkeyart.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1585/15855271/4406308-switch1x1-thelegendofzelda-echoesofwisdomkeyart.jpg?w=636) !3881501-adventureoflink.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1601/16018044/3881501-adventureoflink.jpg?w=636) !3881502-3873414-spirittracks.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1601/16018044/3881502-3873414-spirittracks.png?w=636) !3881503-3873416-phantomhourglass.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1601/16018044/3881503-3873416-phantomhourglass.jpg?w=636) !3881505-3873417-skywardsword.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1601/16018044/3881505-3873417-skywardsword.png?w=636) !3881506-3873418-oracle.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1601/16018044/3881506-3873418-oracle.jpg?w=636) !4406307-switch1x1-thelegendofzelda-echoesofwisdomkeyart.jpg(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1585/15855271/4406307-switch1x1-thelegendofzelda-echoesofwisdomkeyart.jpg?w=636) View Images(https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/best-zelda-games/2900-3788/)
GuliKit’s new Switch controller features next-generation anti-drift thumbsticks
GuliKit announced its first wireless controller to use an improved version of the anti-drift tunneling magnetoresistance (TMR) thumbsticks featured in its budget-friendly ES Pro that debuted nearly a year ago. Available now for $49.99, the new GuliKit ES Max is more expensive than last year's $29.99 ES Pro, but still cheaper than Nintendo's Switch 2 &8230;
Switch 2 Just Got One of the Decade’s Best Soulslikes
Lies of P and its Overture expansion just hit the Nintendo Switch 2. Together, they're one of the best non-FromSoftware Soulslikes of the 2020s.
A Legend of Zelda Player’s Girlfriend Is Finishing His Save to Honor His Death
How The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom allowed one young woman to process the death of a loved one
Golden Sun Is One of the Best RPGs Ever Made — and the Last of Its Kind
Golden Sun drew on classic RPGs like Final Fantasy and turned those inspirations into something unique and special
Nintendo Switch 2's 2026 Looks Very Different After Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct
After a strong week led by a killer Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave showcase, the Nintendo Switch 2 is poised to end 2026 on a high note.
The Video Games And More You Should Play This Weekend – August 7, 2026
!Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/08/07/3877d738/ssf9e2493ed572d923cd877eed70cd66a4a45f2cbb.1920x1080.jpg.webp) The weekend is upon us and it's full of quality video games. Cooperative games, versus games, farming games, and one Pokopia game. But before we share those, however, here are some of the biggest stories of the week. - Big Walk Review – A Walk To Remember(https://gameinformer.com/review/big-walk/a-walk-to-remember) - Grand Theft Auto VI Is Getting An 'Extended Look' On Netflix August 27(https://gameinformer.com/2026/08/06/grand-theft-auto-vi-is-getting-an-extended-look-on-netflix-august-27) - Nintendo Reveals Digital Sales Up 90% Compared To Last Year, Switch 2 Units Top 23 Million, And More(https://gameinformer.com/2026/08/06/nintendo-reveals-digital-sales-up-90-compared-to-last-year-switch-2-units-top-23-million) - Beast of Reincarnation Review – Boring World, Beguiling Combat(https://gameinformer.com/review/beast-of-reincarnation/boring-world-beguiling-combat) - Electronic Arts Has Been Fully Acquired By Trio Of Investor Groups And Is Now Private(https://gameinformer.com/2026/08/04/electronic-arts-has-been-fully-acquired-by-trio-of-investor-groups-and-is-now-private) - How Capcom Reinvented And Updated Onimusha’s Combat In Way Of The Sword(https://gameinformer.com/exclusive-feature/2026/08/05/how-capcom-reinvented-and-updated-onimushas-combat-in-way-of-the-sword) - Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Director Motohide Eshiro On Onimusha: Way Of The Sword’s Resurrection Of The Series(https://gameinformer.com/exclusive-interview/2026/08/04/onimusha-2-samurais-destiny-director-motohide-eshiro-on-onimusha-way) !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/08/07/5f4f2459/ss303352b4f2d93de55e332b2d5df0f30d1d256129.1920x1080.jpg.webp) Big Walk Eric Van Allen Got some friends? Are they far apart? Do you not mind turning off your Discord, putting on proximity chat, and adventuring around an island to solve some puzzles and get into some antics? Big Walk is getting some big buzz, and for good reason: it's hard to think of any co-op game that's captured this specific kind of experience before now. Its puzzles are lighthearted and interactive, encouraging physicality and inventive thinking, without being Myst-level head-scratchers. The foley and sound are spectacular, and each new experience is a new excuse to do something silly with your pals. If you've got a group looking for their next co-op run, Big Walk should be it. --- Read Game Informer's Big Walk Review(https://gameinformer.com/review/big-walk/a-walk-to-remember) !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/08/07/7a159da6/a0385039c22548ad41d77a3ec2b158f43c11a66734585251f2a42d769d2162fa.jpg.webp) Pokémon Pokopia Bubbly Basin DLC Brian Shea Pokémon Pokopia's Bubbly Basin expansion, the first of three parts, hit this week, and it's exactly what I wanted: more Pokopia. When it launched earlier this year, Pokopia went from a game I was interested in primarily due to its connection to Pokémon to a game I still consider my favorite of 2026. The free update that hit alongside Bubbly Basin adds the ability to dive underwater and other quality-of-life updates, but the paid DLC gives you an entire new underwater biome to explore using the new Dive ability. The new area is chockful of new underwater caves to explore, Pokémon to befriend, tasks to complete, and Easter eggs that link it to an iconic area of the Kanto region. I thought I was done with Pokopia after pouring so many hours into it earlier this year, but now I'm sucked back in, thanks to the Bubbly Basin DLC. --- Read Game Informer's Pokémon Pokopia Review(https://gameinformer.com/review/pokemon-pokopia/a-pleasant-paradise) !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2025/09/29/b6fb9159/tokon-s2-8.jpg.webp) Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls Eric Van Allen It's launch weekend for Tōkon, so players are finally digging into the full roster of Arc System Works' new 4v4 fighter. Though the Steam reviews have been a bit troubling so far – much of the negativity stemming from Linux and anti-cheat issues – it's been a pretty entertaining fighting game thus far. These are the best days to play a fighting game, after all, as everyone is logging on, running matches, and figuring the systems out. I've been getting a firmer handle on the tag mechanics and ways of sprinkling in assists and mix-ups, and think my team of Blade/Doom/Danger/Black Panther is solidifying. I'll be interested to see how it fits in with the current crop of visible, high-level fighting games, but for a weekend of running sets with your pals, Tōkon is pretty solid. It's fast, visually gorgeous, easy to pick up but with some solid depth, and the roster is fantastic; I love some of the dips into both fighting game history, with Deadpool's arsenal of fighting game references, and the unique slice of Marvel's broader gallery. Any game where I can play as a walking, talking version of the Danger Room is pretty sick. !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/06/06/9638f58b/fieldsofmistria1.0announcementtrailer0-23screenshot.jpg.webp) Fields Of Mistria Charles Harte Fields of Mistria finally exited early access this week, so if you, like me, have been waiting for a chance to check out this cozy life sim inspired by games like Stardew Valley and Harvest Moon, now's your chance. It's a crowded genre, especially in the indie space, so it's a big deal that the game amassed over 20,000 positive reviews on steam in early access and proceeded to sell a million copies just hours after launch. With farming, fishing, combat, decorating, magic abilities, and a village full of neighbors to meet (or marry), there's no shortage of things to. It's even got a 10% launch discount. It's still a PC exclusive, though – here's hoping they've got a Switch 2 version in the works. !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/08/07/b89a60c1/8aae869d14f45fbbe82c926877b82d49007ed35da31a5fc15eb51b9f84098ce8.jpg.webp) Lies Of P On Switch 2 Kyle Hilliard Games inspired by Dark Souls, colloquially referred as Soulslikes, are plentiful, but only a few have risen to the heights of From Software's landmark design acumen. Lies of P, the gothic retelling of the 1883 novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio, is among that group. It's a great game with an arguably bad name, and as of yesterday, it is available on Switch 2. I didn't dive super deep into my replay of Lies of P on Switch 2, but as has been the case with many Switch 2 ports... it's solid! It looks good and plays well. I originally played the game on Steam Deck, but it looks and feels better on Nintendo's handheld. In the future if I have a hankering to beat up some robots as a young Victorian boy in a gothic setting, this is the version I will be reaching for. --- Read Game Informer's Lies Of P Review(https://gameinformer.com/review/lies-of-p/master-of-puppets) !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/08/07/2640d497/5e88e1b80c53799036cb4c559bf658e4a24ff1cf9e76c741cc53b6a2bf8b7ac2.jpg.webp) Final Fantasy XIV On Switch 2 Eric Van Allen Have you heard of the critically acclaimed MMORPG Final Fantasy XIV, with a free trial up through the award-winning Heavensward, Stormblood, and Shadowbringers expansions? Sign-up memes aside, Final Fantasy XIV is one of the biggest MMOs in the world, and for good reason. With XIV arriving on Switch 2 this week, that's a good excuse for anyone still holding out to finally jump in. In my personal opinion, you should; some loading issues aside(https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/news/detail/1402cfda9eed62e8526de642a930d6f5004830c1), reports are in that the Switch 2 version seems to be handling the computing load well. Plus, the trial running up through Shadowbringers means you can experience some of the best RPG storytelling in the last decade. My personal sprint from A Realm Reborn through to Endwalker is still among my favorite gaming experiences, ever, and I'm almost tempted to roll a new character on the Switch 2. It's worth noting that for existing players that want to have a portable version of Final Fantasy XIV, you will annoyingly need to pay for a second subscription to play on Switch 2. If you're a Switch 2 owner looking for a long game to play, though, and no shortage of things to do in it, Final Fantasy XIV is waiting for you. !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/07/28/86c6b0b2/marvels-spider-man-2-brand-new-day-2.jpg.webp) Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Kyle Hilliard Insomniac's Marvels' Spider-Man 2 released in 2023, but it remains a good game. You can read our review right here(https://gameinformer.com/review/marvels-spider-man-2/sticking-the-landing) where we gave it a 9.5/10. Since its release it has been getting tweaked and improved and new suits have been added, but the game has been fairly quiet over the last year. Recently, however, two new suits have been added to the game. The Spider-Man: Brand New Day suit(https://gameinformer.com/2026/06/19/marvels-spider-man-2-is-getting-the-brand-new-day-suit) from the what is inexplicably, apparently the most successful movie ever is now in the game. !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/07/28/42800ddb/marvels-spider-man-2-tokon-suit-crop.jpg.webp) Another fun nod to recent Spider-Man media, the wall crawler's suit from Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls(https://gameinformer.com/2026/07/28/marvels-spider-man-2-update-add-brand-new-day-and-marvel-tokon-suits-today) has also been added. As an added bonus alongside the suits, Marvel's Spider-Man 2 now also supports Enhanced PSSR on PS5 Pro and a Power Saver mode. It's all basically a bunch of solid excuses to boot up a great game after watching the new movie. --- Read Game Informer's Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Review(https://gameinformer.com/review/marvels-spider-man-2/sticking-the-landing) !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/thumbnail/public/2026/08/07/fd38367d/emerland2.jpg.webp) Tabletop Pick – Everdell Emerland Matt Miller Visit a distant and mysterious jungle, send out workers to find gems and other valuables, and discover the secrets of an ancient civilization – all with the help of anthropomorphic animal friends. Since the 2018 release of Everdell, we've seen several new installments that expand the excellent board game franchise in new directions. The newest installment, Emerland, sees the worker placement and tableau-building experience shift over into a jungle setting (including some fascinating ruins to explore), but it maintains much of what has made the series so attractive over the years. !Game Informer News(https://gameinformer.com/sites/default/files/styles/bodydefault/public/2026/08/07/5260f3ea/emerland3.jpg.webp) Chief among those great traits is the vibrant and beautiful art, as well as the gorgeous table presence, which includes 3D elements on the board that elevate things both figuratively and literally. Several new mechanics make Emerland slightly more complex than earlier installments, but nothing that should scare off players with even a modest understanding of core board game concepts. And lest the word "series" scare you off: Be assured, Emerland is entirely standalone, and serves as a perfectly acceptable first game in the franchise to explore. Emerland is hitting wide release right now; if you're lucky, copies should start showing up at your favorite hobby store already. For more weekend gaming recommendations, follow the link!(https://gameinformer.com/weekendrecs)
Duskbloods Beta Selections Are Done: Here’s How to Check if You Got In
FromSoftware's Nintendo Switch 2 multiplayer game will hold a beta later this month and just announced who gets to take part
Here’s How To Check If You Can Play The Duskbloods This Month
You can now check if you were picked for the closed network test for The Duskbloods(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/your-first-chance-to-play-the-duskbloods-early-is-next-month/), but you won't get an email invitation as you might expect. To see if you can take part in the playtest of From Software's Switch 2 multiplayer title, you'll have to go to the website for the network test(https://campaign.theduskbloods.jp/p/event/networktest/). From there, click on the three-line menu on the top right of the page and select "Account" to go to your personal page(https://campaign.theduskbloods.jp/p/event/networktest/mypage/). Once there, you'll see your selection results--the page will tell you either way. Unfortunately, if you see blue "You were not selected to participate" text, you didn't make it in, which stings harder than reading "YOU DIED" in Dark Souls. !(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-07-093408.png) Here's what the selection results look like for the lucky players chosen. Those selected for the network test can find their download code on the website starting Tuesday, August 18, at 6 AM PT/9 AM ET. The network test will run at the following times: - Friday, August 21: 3 AM to 7 AM PT / 6 AM to 10 AM ET - Friday, August 21: 7 PM to 11 PM PT / 10 PM to 2 AM ET - Saturday, August 22: 11 AM to 3 PM PT / 2 PM to 6 PM ET - Sunday, August 23: 3 AM to 7 AM PT / 6 AM to 10 AM ET - Sunday, August 23: 7 PM to 11 PM PT/ 10 PM to 2 AM ET There still haven't been too many details about The Duskbloods since its initial reveal over a year ago(https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/the-duskbloods-trailer-breakdown-all-the-details-in-from-softwares-switch-2-exclusive/2900-6393/), so participants will be able to learn much more about the game firsthand through this playtest. From Software has yet to announce a release date, but The Duskbloods is apparently hitting the Switch 2 this year(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/the-duskbloods-is-getting-a-network-test-soon-but-no-release-date-in-sight/). Nintendo’s Top-Selling Switch 2 Games Of All Time !4692577-screenshot2026-05-08at10.53.20 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692577-screenshot2026-05-08at10.53.20 am.png?w=636) !Screenshot 2026-08-06 at 8.45.46 AM(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Screenshot-2026-08-06-at-8.45.46-AM.png?w=636) !4692568-screenshot2026-05-08at10.43.37 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692568-screenshot2026-05-08at10.43.37 am.png?w=636) !4692569-screenshot2026-05-08at10.44.28 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692569-screenshot2026-05-08at10.44.28 am.png?w=636) !4692570-screenshot2026-05-08at10.45.34 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692570-screenshot2026-05-08at10.45.34 am.png?w=636) !4692571-screenshot2026-05-08at10.46.29 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692571-screenshot2026-05-08at10.46.29 am.png?w=636) !4692574-screenshot2026-05-08at10.47.26 am.png(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/original/1179/11799911/4692574-screenshot2026-05-08at10.47.26 am.png?w=636) View Images(https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/nintendos-top-selling-switch-2-games-of-all-time/2900-7694/)