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🍄 Nintendo Switch, Multi-platformNew Switch 1 Update Finally, At Long Last, Resolves One Of Its Most-Annoying Issues
Among the flaws of the original Nintendo Switch, one long-standing issue has been the performance of the eShop. And no, I'm not talking about the lack of music(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/folder-and-eshop-music-less-gaming-console-turns-five/1100-6501132/) in the vein of the Wii; browsing the store itself was always an exercise in frustration due to awful performance. And now, with the release of a new system update more than nine years after launch, that issue has suddenly been resolved. The Switch 22.5.0 update patch notes don't lay out that specific change, instead just vaguely saying it has been "redesigned" and that dark mode--if that's what your system is set to--will be supported on the store. That's good news for those who don't want their eyes to get blasted with bright light when shopping, but the key thing is that you can smoothly browse through the store's offerings. For years, it's been input lag, images that take a long time to load in, and extended waits if you dared to scroll any distance down a given eShop listing page. Now, while it's not the most buttery-smooth experience, the updated eShop is a dramatic, night-and-day difference from how slow it used to be. Troubling as the lag was, it's a problem that's only gotten worse as the eShop has become increasingly flooded with low-quality games, making you dig deeper into the store in order to find something you want to play. Resolving this exact issue was on our Switch 2 wishlist(https://www.gamespot.com/gallery/nintendo-switch-2-11-features-we-want-from-backwards-compatibility-to-3ds-support/2900-4665/8), and we were subsequently quite excited to find out it had been addressed(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/switch-2-could-fix-two-of-the-biggest-issues-on-the-nintendo-eshop/1100-6530585/). The glut of games remains an issue on the Switch 2 eShop, but at least it's no longer the only system in the Switch family that can let you scroll through a list of games without feeling like it's going to explode. https://youtube.com/shorts/YBGT7-joYKE?si=Yl7Q7c27XbrabEF Switch 1 22.5.0 Update Patch Notes - The Nintendo eShop layout has been redesigned. - The Nintendo eShop color will now reflect the theme color if your theme in System Settings is set to “Basic Dark.” - User-Verification PIN(https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/aid/68433) can now be used to confirm when “Accessing Nintendo eShop” and “Using Saved Payment Methods.” - Added the ability to rewind 10 seconds/advance 10 seconds with the ZL and ZR Buttons when watching a full screen video in News or Nintendo eShop. - General system stability improvements to enhance the user's experience.
🎮 Multi-platformGTA 6 Release Date Confirmed Again By CEO Who Also Explains Why It’s Taking So Long
The hugely popular TikTok account The School of Hard Knocks caught up with Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick recently, and you better believe they asked about GTA 6's release date. In the on-the-street interview, Zelnick confirmed, once again, that GTA 6 remains on track for release on November 19. Why is it taking so long, though? "The team at Rockstar really does seek to do something that's never been done before. That's really hard and it takes a long time," he said. https://www.tiktok.com/@theschoolofhardknocks/video/7651676011813260574?lang=en Zelnick also offered up some business advice, saying people should never compromise on their integrity--he said he learned this the hard way. "It's the only thing you have. I have flaws. There was a time I acted in a way that wasn't consistent with my views about integrity in business. It hurt me really badly, and I learned a powerful lesson. Never do that," he said. Additionally, Zelnick said people looking for an overnight success in business are fooling themselves. "I think everyone is looking for an overnight success. My experience is that the only overnight successes are someone else's. Everything worth doing is hard and takes a long time," he said. !(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/GTA6Fishinge01596.jpg?w=1024) GTA 6 will be here somewhat soon. Finally, Zelnick offered up a piece of advice for people with regards to their careers. "People should chase the intersection of what they're good at and what they like to do with emphasis on what you're good at. Do that thing and the world will probably open up to you," he said. GTA 6 is coming to market with an enormous amount of hype behind it, and while it is expected to sell many millions of copies, the game is not going to help save the struggling AAA gaming industry overall(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/gta-6-wont-save-the-struggling-games-industry-expert-says/1100-6536219/). The marketing efforts for GTA 6 are due to begin this summer, and with summer in the northern hemisphere kicking off on June 21, people are going to expect GTA 6 announcements, or a third trailer, any time now.
🟩 Xbox, Multi-platformXbox Game Pass Gets Another Round Of New Games In June
It's that time of the month once again, as Xbox has announced the second wave of games being added to Game Pass in June. While the first half of the month was pretty stacked(https://www.gamespot.com/articles/xbox-game-pass-new-games-for-june-revealed/) in terms of new releases, the latter half of June is taking it easy with four more games arriving, and the first two games of July have also been confirmed. Here's a closer look at what's on the horizon. Kicking things off today is the release of Junkster(https://www.gamespot.com/games/junkster/), a 3D action platformer that also includes building mechanics. A day-one launch, the game puts you in the mechanical boots of a plucky little construction bot charged with repairing his spaceship and recovering human artifacts. On June 17, Call of Duty: Vanguard(https://www.gamespot.com/games/call-of-duty-vanguard/) comes to Game Pass--it's the World War II-themed entry in the franchise that first launched in 2021. In case you're wondering what all the fuss is about with that FIFA World Cup tournament, you can try out some soccer action for yourself on June 18 with EA Sports FC 26(https://www.gamespot.com/games/ea-sports-fc-26/). While it's not an official FIFA game--the soccer body and EA split up a few years back--it still features official teams, players, and tournaments. To finish off the month, you can dive into Abyssus for a fast-paced roguelite brine-punk adventure on June 25, while RV There Yet(https://www.gamespot.com/games/rv-there-yet/) combines the best video game title ever with a co-op camping experience. It'll be added to Game Pass on June 30. Heading into July, Game Pass Premium subscribers can grab Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4(https://www.gamespot.com/games/tony-hawks-pro-skater-3-plus-4/) starting July 2, and Winds of Arcana: Ruination brings some old-fashioned metroidvania fun to the service starting July 6. As for the games leaving Game Pass, eight titles in total will exit the service on June 30. The list includes fan-favorite Tomb Raider games and the delightful Unpacking. Xbox Game Pass June Wave 2 Additions !(https://www.gamespot.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Game-Pass-June-wave-2.jpg?w=1024) June 16 - Junkster (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass June 17 - Call of Duty: Vanguard (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass June 18 - EA Sports FC 26 (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass June 25 - Abyssus (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass June 30 - RV There Yet? (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass July 2 - Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass July 6 - Winds of Arcana: Ruination (Xbox Series X|S, PC, cloud) – Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass
🍄 Nintendo Switch, Multi-platformThe Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake shouldn't change these 5 things
Big changes are likely coming in Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, but these parts of the original should remain unchanged.
🎮 Multi-platformHiro Murai confirms Bushido, his A24 samurai movie, is still 'in the works'
The Japanese filmmaker behind Atlanta and Widow's Bay is still working on his feature debut
🎮 Multi-platformYou only have 5 days left to watch the Expendables movies on Netflix
The four Expendables films will be leaving Netflix in a few days, check them out for lots of action-packed fun led by Sylvester Stallone.
🎮 Multi-platform‘Thumps & Blows’ is a Wild Fighting Game About Wacky Stick Men
Thumps & Blows brings goofy stick figures together to fight each other using towels, monkeys, sunscreen, and other odd weapons. I’ve been around the internet for quite some time, so I’ve played... The post ‘Thumps & Blows’ is a Wild Fighting Game About Wacky Stick Men(https://indiegamesplus.com/thumps-and-blows-preview/) appeared first on Indie Games Plus(https://indiegamesplus.com).
🖥 PC, Multi-platformThe Batman Part 2 casting rumor reveals an even darker movie than the original
The Batman Part II could be even darker than its predecessor if Sebastian Stan is playing Victor Zsasz according to uncorraborated rumors.
🎮 Multi-platformSummer Hikaru Died leads 2026 best manga awards nominees list
American Manga Awards nominees have been announced and is looking firece for 2026.
🎮 Multi-platformHouse of the Dragon season 3 might finally redeem itself with the Battle of the Gullet
After House of the Dragon's anticlimactic season 2 finale, the new season offers a shot at redemption by depicting Westeros' bloodiest naval battle.
🟩 Xbox, Multi-platformXbox ponders closing Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and more in 'reset'
Microsoft is currently moving to close several of its most acclaimed studios including Double Fine, Ninja Theory, and Compulsion Games.
🎮 Multi-platformDisney's Marvel x Muppets crossover is about to put Avengers: Doomsday to shame
Marvel has announced The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe, a crossover coming this September to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Muppet Show