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Google and Pokémon have teamed up for a free, mobile-only mini-game that’s pure Kanto chaos! Search for all 151 original Pokémon on the Google app, tap Poké Balls to catch ‘em, and build your virtual Pokédex. Master Balls unlock Legendary catches at milestones, complete with “Who’s that Pokémon?” guessing fun. It’s a nostalgic, quirky hunt that’ll keep you tapping for at least half an hour—no Switch required!

FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods, revealed at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, promises a PvPvE thrill ride exclusive to the console in 2026. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, it mixes online battles for ‘First Blood’ with tough PvE bosses, offering rewards for all playstyles. While the Switch 2 also gets Elden Ring, this multiplayer gem—born from a loose idea and boosted by Nintendo’s next-gen tech—shows the studio’s still cooking up variety.

Nintendo has delayed U.S. pre-orders for the Switch 2, originally set for April 9, 2025, to evaluate tariffs and shifting market conditions. While the June 5 launch date holds steady, new trade taxes from the U.S., China, and Vietnam have sparked speculation about potential price shifts for the $449.99 console. Retailers scramble to adjust, UK pre-orders roll on unaffected, and fans await word on when they can secure their next-gen gaming fix.

The Nintendo Direct unveiled Switch 2’s June 5, 2025 launch at $449.99, with pre-orders starting April 9. Boasting 4K support, new Joy-Con features, and GameChat, it’s packed with launch titles like Mario Kart World and enhanced classics like Breath of the Wild. Third-party hits like The Duskbloods and Elden Ring join GameCube gems on Switch Online, making this a next-gen party worth the wait.