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Nintendo Switch 2 has competition after Xbox hints at handheld future

The console will still be revealed this fiscal year, but Microsoft may be close behind

The Independent UK

Pal-dora's Box yawns open as Sega sues MementoMori developers over mechanic patents, seeking 1 billion yen in damages

Smaller Japanese studios are getting put through the wringer, recently.

PC Gamer

“This could be just the first pounding of Nintendo’s giant global IP protection hammer” — industry experts weigh in on why we should be concerned over Palworld lawsuit

We take a closer look at Nintendo's upcoming battle with Pocketpair, creators of Palworld, and the implications of Nintendo's patent infringement claims on the wider gaming industry.

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Amid the Palworld dispute, one analyst says Nintendo only strikes when it wants to because it "could have sued half the gaming industry back in 2017"

"They have thousands and thousands of patents on other things"

GamesRadar

"Nintendo felt threatened" by Palworld's sales success and anime expansion, analyst says: "This lawsuit would have never happened if Palworld had 500 users per day"

Nintendo is" like a mafia. They will not kill you instantly. They will let you cook a little bit."

GamesRadar

"I think this will end bad for Pocketpair": Analyst says Nintendo's "feared" legal team wouldn't sue Palworld unless it was confident of victory

Nintendo wants Pocketpair's cash, and "as much of it as possible"

GamesRadar

Saudi Crown Prince Seeks Soft Power In Game Hub Japan

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits Japan next week, where he will hold talks on energy while hunting more opportunities in gaming as he seeks to improve Saudi Arabia's image.

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PS5 Pro rumors — everything we know so far about my next favorite console

Here’s everything that we know so far about PS5 Pro, from the release date and price to the games and more.

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'Pokemon With Guns' Proves A Blast

The makers of a video game dismissed as "Pokemon with Guns" when it was announced said Monday the game has proved a hit, with "Palworld" selling more than five million copies in just three days.

International Business Times

Nintendo Switch 2 Could Fix the Original's Biggest Design Flaw, Analyst Says

Industry consultant Dr. Serkan Toto predicts that the Nintendo Switch 2 could be releasing in 2024, and make some big changes like leaving Joy-Cons behind.

Inverse

Nintendo Switch 2 might be $400: What it means for you

Analyst predictions for the Nintendo Switch 2 indicate the console and its games will each come with a much heftier price tag. Here's how much to expect.

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Nintendo Switch 2's price might be the most interesting thing about it

Expert believes Nintendo's next-gen console could just be an iterative update

Nintendo Switch 2 price and features teased by industry analyst

The Switch 2 is likely to operate similarly to the current Nintendo Switch, according to the latest predictions

Evening Standard

Nintendo Switch 2 tipped for price hike — and games will be more expensive

An industry analyst has claimed that Nintendo Switch 2 will launch for $400 and be an "iteration rather than revolution."

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Persona Developer Raises Worker Pay As Game Dev Layoffs Continue Worldwide

Atlus joins Capcom, Koei Tecmo, and Bandai Namco in offering raises this year, even as studios globally face layoffs.

Inverse

34 Years Later, the Future of Gaming Looks Surprisingly Like This Classic Nintendo Console

After going all in on power-guzzling home consoles, the video game industry is shifting gears to a more elegant alternative: the handheld.

Inverse

Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors, Leaks, Possible Features, and More Console News

The Nintendo Switch 2 has yet to be officially announced, but numerous reports indicate that it’s in the works.

Inverse

Nintendo Switch 2 Will Reportedly Keep Its Predecessor’s Best Feature

Games industry news site VGC claims Nintendo will release the Switch successor in late 2024.

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AFP

'Call of Duty' to be released on Nintendo Switch, Microsoft says

Tokyo (AFP) - The hugely popular "Call of Duty" game franchise will become available on Nintendo's Switch console if the acquisition of its developer goes ahead, a Microsoft executive said Wednesday.

Asharq Al-Awsat

PlayStation Eyes New Investment for PC, Mobile Push

Sony Group Corp's gaming business is looking at fresh investment to bolster its push into PC and mobile, a senior executive said, as the PlayStation 5 maker competes for talent with deep-pocketed rivals and as industry dealmaking heats up. "Further investments in areas that will strengthen the expansion on to…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Sony Launches PC Gaming Gear, Expanding Beyond PlayStation

Japan's Sony is launching a new brand that will offer PC gaming gear, the company announced Wednesday, as it tries to compete for a share of the lucrative gaming peripherals market. Sony is looking to expand beyond its flagship PlayStation console and boost revenue from other sectors, including PC and…

AFP

Sony logs record full-year sales but net profit dips

Tokyo (AFP) - Sony on Tuesday reported its best-ever sales in the financial year to March thanks to strong results in movies, electronics and music, while net profit dipped 14 percent from the previous year's record high.

Inverse

Will Sony buy Square Enix? Expert says it could happen this week

A rumor suggests that Sony could be in talks to purchase Square Enix, which might be announced this week, one analyst says.

Inverse

Japanese game studios are paying their employees more for a surprising reason

Multiple Japanese game publishers, such as Capcom, Bandai Namco, and Koei Tecmo have announced hefty pay raises for employees. It's a shift in the right direction.

Inverse

Sony/FromSoftware deal rumors debunked: Why an acquisition isn't likely

Rumors of Sony purchasing Elden Ring developer FromSoftware have been running rampant, but it's seems somewhat unlikely in the grand scheme of things.

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