Portal 2 remains a masterpiece of puzzle-solving and storytelling, but a recent project by a modder known as PortalRunner elevates this classic to uncharted territory: running a Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) emulator inside the game itself.
A modder named GouldFish on Games has crafted something Nintendo never dared to—a screenless Game Boy Advance console. It’s a project that transforms the handheld GBA into a classic game console that some could only dream about, and most certainly wouldn’t look out of place next to an NES.
Nintendo’s puffiest mascot, Kirby, has landed in a collaboration that’s as surprising as it is delightful. Forget power-ups or new game levels—this time, Kirby’s teamed up with Heinz for a limited-edition ketchup campaign that’s turning heads and emptying wallets. This partnership slaps Kirby and his pal Waddle Dee onto Heinz’s iconic upside-down ketchup bottles, transforming a pantry staple into a collector’s dream.
AYANEO’s Flip 1S DS, a dual-screen handheld gaming PC, boasts a clamshell design that feels like a nod to the Nintendo DS while packing the muscle of a modern mini PC. In other words, this is what a modern Nintendo DS could look like.
Nintendo has ignited excitement with Splatoon Raiders, a groundbreaking spinoff headed exclusively to the Nintendo Switch 2. This game trades turf wars for a mysterious journey alongside the fan-favorite Deep Cut trio.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 has barely hit shelves, and already it’s sparking clever workarounds that make you wonder why you didn’t think of them first. One standout discovery? You can turn your iPhone into a webcam for the console, sidestepping the $55 official Nintendo camera. It’s not as simple as plugging in a cable, but with a few affordable accessories and a free app, you can have your iPhone beaming your face into Mario Kart World or video chats with friends.
Zack Nelson, the destruction wizard behind JerryRigEverything, has set his sights on the Nintendo Switch 2, putting the handheld through his brutal gauntlet to see how it holds up. With his full toolkit unleashed, Nelson’s durability test reveals a console that’s tougher than it looks but not without some quirks—like a screen that’s a magnet for scratches.
A new James Bond game is barreling toward us, and it’s not the suave, martini-sipping spy you’re picturing. IO Interactive, the folks who made Hitman a stealthy masterpiece, just unveiled 007 First Light, a third-person action-adventure set to drop in 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Forget rehashing old Bond flicks or chasing GoldenEye 007 nostalgia—this is a gritty origin story about a 26-year-old James Bond, rough around the edges and miles from his polished 00 badge.
June 5, 2025, kicks off a new chapter for handheld gaming with the Nintendo Switch 2 hitting shelves, and before reviews could even drop, YouTube’s ProModding ripped it apart in a 17-minute teardown video that’s a testament to the console’s revamped design.
Nintendo has always had a knack for making hardware feel like a friend, not just a device. With the Nintendo Switch 2 set to launch on Thursday (June 5), the Welcome Tour is essentially an interactive exhibit designed to introduce players to the Switch 2’s features through a blend of minigames and tech demos. Clocking in at five minutes, the Japanese overview trailer reveals a $9.99 digital experience packed with 20 minigames and 14 tech demos, but the decision to charge for it has sparked chatter.