Switch Archive
5 December 2019
Beneath a Steel Sky sequel delayed into next year
To "ensure that we realise our vision".
FeatureI can't stop landing at Fortnite's Lazy Lake
A smaller splash.
Fortnite hidden letters F, O, R, T, N, I, T, E and XP Drops in loading screen locations explained
Where to find the secret in each loading screen throughout Fortnite Chapter 2 Season 1.
Jelly DealsYou can now get a Nintendo Switch Lite with a free copy of Minecraft
Diamond in the rough.
Fortnite Chaos Rising Challenges list for Week 9
All the available challenges in Chapter 2 Season 1's ninth week.
Plague Inc. lets you create a Fake News story - and watch it spread across the world
Perfect for the bus.
Long-lost Star Fox 2 headed to Nintendo Switch Online
Plus: Super Punch-Out!! Kirby! Breath of Fire! More.
Mario Maker 2's Link explained: How to get the Master Sword and play as the Zelda character
How to place the Master Sword and control Link.
4 December 2019
Dead Cells' first paid DLC is The Bad Seed and it's due early next year
Two new biomes! A new boss! More!
Digital FoundryAlien Isolation on Switch looks better than PlayStation 4
Minor visual downgrades eclipsed by a big leap in image quality.
FeatureSomeone should make a game about: art restoration
Completionist.
3 December 2019
Jelly DealsThere's already a better Nintendo Switch bundle immediately after Black Friday
Will you shell out for this one?
2 December 2019
2K's workaround for Civ 6 Switch bug crashing games on brink of victory: declare war
"Its version of kicking the table over."
Where does Sindel place in our updated Mortal Kombat 11 tier list?
Our picks of the best characters.
The Witcher TV casting suggests intriguing book character will appear on screen
They're in the Aardback.
Jelly DealsThe best Cyber Monday gaming deals
Deals. Here are more of them.
Jelly DealsThe best Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday deals: console bundles, Switch Lite, games and more
The very best offers on Nintendo Switch consoles, the Switch Lite, games and accessories.
1 December 2019
FeatureGames of the Decade: Notable absences
Burnout! Advance Wars! TimeSplitters!
30 November 2019
Broly (DBS) smashes into Dragon Ball FighterZ next week
What you saiyan?
FeatureGames of the Decade: The refreshingly unfiltered Witcher 3
"You're grey like my grandma!"
29 November 2019
Jelly DealsThe best Nintendo Switch bundle now comes a free copy of Pokémon Sword
Update: There's also a Switch Lite with Pokémon and Minecraft for Ł209 too!
Pokémon Sword and Shield starters Sobble, Scorbunny and Grookey - evolutions, base stats and which starter is best?
Everything we know about Pokémon Sword and Shield's three starter Pokémon.
Digital FoundryThe best Amazon Black Friday tech deals, chosen by Digital Foundry
Updated Friday with dozens of new deals on PC peripherals and components, memory cards and TVs.
Pokémon Sword and Shield new Pokémon list: all new Gen 8 Pokémon revealed so far
Every new Pokémon coming to Gen 8's Sword and Shield.
Digital FoundryThe LG B9 OLED at Ł999 is the best deal on our favourite 4K TV for HDR gaming
Here's why this G-Sync Compatible TV gets the Digital Foundry recommendation.
Jelly DealsHere's your chance to grab Luigi's Mansion 3, Pokémon Shield, and Link's Awakening cheap.
Plus Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8, Splatoon 2, Super Mario Maker 2, New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe for Ł36.99.
Jelly DealsThis hefty Switch bundle comes with Pokémon Sword + Shield and a Labo Kit for Ł339
A bulky Black Friday Switch bundle.
28 November 2019
Digital FoundryDigital Foundry's Best Black Friday 2019 tech deals
The biggest shopping holiday of the year is here - and we've got your back.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Gigantamax Pokémon explained - including G-Max moves and possible Gigantamax locations explained
Everything you need to know about Gigantamax Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Gigantamax Snorlax - release date, how to get Gigantamax Snorlax and exclusive G-Max Move explained
Everything you need to know about the Gigantamax Snorlax in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Max Raids explained - including updating Max Raid spawn, Max Raid Lobby and Max Raid rewards explained
Everything you need to know about Max Raids in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Evolution List - benefits of evolving Pokémon, how to prevent Pokémon evolution and Pokémon acquired by levelling up explained
Everything you need to know about evolving Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Evolution Stones explained -which Pokémon require an Evolution Stone, such as Sun Stone, Moon Stone and Everstone locations explained
Everything you need to know about Evolution Stones in Pokémon Sword and Shield.
Fortnite Dive! Challenges list for Week 8
All the available challenges in Chapter 2 Season 1's eighth week.
Digital FoundryThis 55-inch Philips OLED at Ł989 is the best Black Friday TV deal so far
The same 4K panel as LG OLEDs, plus Dolby Vision, Ambilight and Alexa.
FeatureGames of the Decade: Minecraft is a masterclass in accessibility and community
Nether gonna give you up.
27 November 2019
Assassin's Creed Black Flag and Rogue get December release date on Switch
As two-game bundle The Rebel Collection.
The Stanley Parable's Ultra Deluxe edition has been delayed until next year
Perhaps he had simply missed a memo.
Pokémon Sword and Shield unveils Gigantamax Snorlax, available December
Don't sleep on this.
No Man's Sky's eighth free feature update Synthesis arrives tomorrow
Ship upgrades! Salvage! Personal Refiner! More!
FeatureGames of the Decade: Bastion is a labour of love
A heady brew.
Stardew Valley's latest update has arrived on PC
UPDATE: Loads of new content available right now.
26 November 2019
Free-to-play The Elder Scrolls: Blades delayed into 2020 on Switch
As Bethesda ditches unpopular chest timers.
Netflix's animated Castlevania series returns for Season 3
UPDATE: The man from Netflix, he says no.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Dynamaxing explained - including Dynamax Pokémon, Dynamax Candy, Dynamax Level and Max Moves explained
Everything you need to know about Dynamax Pokémon.
Jelly DealsArgos Black Friday 2019: the best video game console deals, TVs, headphones and more
All the best Black Friday deals available at Argos this year.
Jelly DealsHere's a look at some of the best Black Friday broadband deals
Prices start at Ł21 per month.
The best Micro SD cards for Nintendo Switch 2020
The biggest storage upgrades at the best prices.
Pokémon launches legal battle against Sword and Shield leakers
Seeks to subpoena Discord and 4chan.
FeatureGames of the Decade: Overwatch shows how fun lore can enrich a competitive shooter
Our world is worth fighting for.
25 November 2019
Pro skateboarder Lizzie Armanto says there's a new Tony Hawk game in the works
As rumours continue to swirl.
Rebellion acquires The Bitmap Brothers' classic games portfolio
Expect re-releases and brand-new games.
There's a Hollow Knight Piano Collection album on the way, and it sounds beautiful
Seer preview right here.
FeatureGames of the Decade: Stardew Valley is a fantastic achievement
[Insert The Archers theme tune.]
Jelly DealsGet a Nintendo Switch with a free Labo kit this Black Friday
The deals are now unfolding.
Pokémon Sword and Shield version differences, including version exclusive Pokémon
Our in-progress guide on the differences between Pokémon Sword and Shield explained, including exclusive Pokémon and Gym Leaders.
FeatureGames of the Decade: Dark Souls is the cold at the heart of everything
Strange creature ahead.
24 November 2019
Jelly DealsNintendo Switch Lite gets price cut in Black Friday sales
A lighter price tag.
Jelly DealsElgato capture cards up to 50% off in pre-Black Friday sale
Push the button and let them know
Jelly DealsThe Witcher 3 and more great Black Friday deals on Switch games
Nintendo Entertainment Savings.
23 November 2019
Hunting for story clues in Netflix's The Witcher episode titles
And there's a cool Easter egg in there.
22 November 2019
Warframe players can start assembling their own flyable battleships in latest update
Ready for the upcoming Empyrean expansion.
FeatureFive of the Best: Horizons
Zero yawn.
Jelly DealsThese cheap Nintendo Switch SD cards are big enough to fit all your new Black Friday purchases on
It's-a-me, a great deal on Switch memory cards!
We should all be very afraid of Pokémon Sword and Shield's Ball Guy
Face your spheres.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Friendship and Happiness explained - how to raise Friendship, Soothe Bell and Friendship Checker location explained
How to become best friends with your Pokémon.
In Mortal Kombat 11, Sindel's new fatality will make you scream
Hair today, gone tomorrow.
21 November 2019
Fortnite's holding a fishing tournament this weekend
Bring the bass back.
Rocket League details new premium store ahead of loot-box-ditching monetisation overhaul
All existing DLC being pulled from sale too.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Turffield treasure riddle solution: how to solve the three standing stones puzzle
There's buried Treasure in Turffield - here's how to find it!
Pokémon Sword and Shield Milcery evolution method: how to evolve Milcery into Alcremie, including Rainbow Swirl Alcremie explained
How to evolve Milcery into each of the different Alcremie colours.
Sword and Shield fans spot unique effect for certain Shiny Pokémon
Unova thing to collect.
Fortnite's The Orchard location explained
Where to find the Landmark location.
Fortnite Pipeman, Hayman and Timber Tent locations explained
Where to find these three landmarks on the new Fortnite map.
Fortnite Trick Shot Challenges list for Week 7
All the available challenges in Chapter 2 Season 1's seventh week.
Pokémon Sword and Shield Yamask evolution method: how to evolve Yamask into Runerigus explained
Everything you need to know about the unique evolution method for Galarian Yamask.
Pokémon Sword and Shield becomes fastest-selling Switch game ever
Time to Celebi-rate.