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If you’ve been curious how Star Fox feels on Switch 2 ahead of release, you’re in luck. Nintendo announced today that a demo will be available for the game later today (at the time of publication). The demo will include a tutorial and one of the opening stages, which implies that will not be the Corneria level.Star Fox releases June 25 for Switch 2. For our own hands-on impresions of Star Fox, head here.
I have always been fully on board with the “games as an art form” argument and how esports in many ways is similar to actual sports. From the intense training regime, physical routines, to strict diets, there’s a whole team working on keeping pro players performing at their peak. And after visiting BenQ’s lab in Taiwan, I saw the real science taking place behind the scenes. If you play competitive games, a lot of this sounds pretty obvious. Titles like Counter-Strike, Valorant, Apex Legends, and other esports are not casual screen time at the highest level. They are built on…
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort was just announced during Nintendo’s big summer Direct, and it looks like the exact revival of the Wii Sports era I’ve been waiting for. Switch sports dropped o the original Switch a few years ago, but it had so few games that it felt underbaked; Nintendo Switch Sports Resort revealed 12 events right out the gate, including the return of the plane you can use to explore Wuhu Island, and that’s exactly what I was hoping for.Even better, the game was revealed alongside a release date: October 22. Check out some screens below to get an…
This post is brought to you in paid partnership with SKG. If you’ve ever bought a gift that ended up in a drawer by July, this is the one that breaks the pattern. The SKG PS700 neck massager is $199.99, and unlike most novelty gadgets in the gifting aisle, it’s built to be used daily. At that price and that feature set, this is the kind of gift that changes how someone’s evenings feel, and the 360-degree bionic kneading underneath delivers the deep-tissue relief that the buzzing, vibrate-only neck devices in this price range simply can’t match. What you’re getting…
Elden Ring developer From Software revealed The Duskbloods, a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, last year. Since then, fans have been waiting for an update, and today’s Nintendo Direct brought a small slice of news. From Software and Nintendo have revealed that sometime this Summer, a “closed network test” for The Duskbloods will be held. It revealed this test with a quick new look at The Duskbloods, featuring a trailer that highlights more of this mysterious, medieval world. While there’s still no word on when to expect the game, it’s set to launch sometime in 2026, so a closed network test this…
Rivian has officially launched the R2, a smaller, more affordable two-row electric SUV. Despite the lower price point, the company does not seem to have cut any corners on the new vehicle. Instead, many of the savings seem to have been achieved through more efficient engineering. Examples of that efficiency can be seen in things like the vehicle’s wiring, which has ditched around two miles of cable when compared to the R1. A lot of the vehicle’s systems and chipsets have been compacted and condensed too. This means the R2 is priced between $44,990 and $57,990. Making it one of…
The fifth chapter of Deltarune launches on June 24 and it will be free for those who have already purchased the game. The date and footage of the chapter was revealed during the Summer Game Fest-adjacent Nintendo Direct, but it is safe to assume the chapter will come to other platforms on that date, as well. Creator Toby Fox previously said, “You only have to buy the game once – upcoming Chapters will be added as free updates. That’s not factored into the cost, though. I only feel right charging for what there currently is, not what I say there will…
As promised, Rivian has started deliveries of its R2 electric SUV. The first version reaching buyers is the R2 Performance with Launch Package, which starts at $57,990 before fees. That model gives early R2 customers the most powerful version in the confirmed lineup. It comes with dual-motor all-wheel drive, 656 horsepower, 609 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated range of up to 330 miles. Rivian claims it can go from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. What the first R2 brings to buyers Along with its performance upgrades, the trim includes semi-active suspension, heated and ventilated seats, Birch wood…
With today’s Nintendo Direct behind us, we can finally rest – the Summer Gaming Showcase madness is over. Between last week’s PlayStation State of Play, Summer Game Fest showcase, the 2026 Summer Xbox Games Showcase, today’s Nintendo Direct, and a dozen other related presentations that aired in between, we have so much to look forward to in this favorite medium of ours. We here at Game Informer literally wrote more than 100 stories covering the past week of reveals, announcements, updates, and more. With so much to pore through, we decided to band together and create a list of the 25 most exciting…
Sony thinks it may have cracked the code for home theater this year. The company is not just launching new TVs. Instead, it is rethinking how televisions create color with a new technology called True RGB, while also expanding its home theater lineup with products like the BRAVIA Theater Trio. After getting an early look at the lineup in New York, it became clear why Sony believes True RGB could be one of the biggest stories in its 2026 portfolio. The technology was the centerpiece of Sony’s presentation, but the broader message was equally interesting. According to the company, many…