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Hunter Rank (HR) is the metric that determines what content is accessible to players in Monster Hunter Wilds. Over the course of the campaign, rank progression will be limited in order to properly balance the story mode experience. Although you earn Hunter Rank Points (HRP) normally in this mode, they do not actually contribute towards ranking you up, as these initial ranks are solely dependent on story mission completion in order to progress the campaign.At the conclusion of the campaign questline, any excess HRP that you may have earned over the course of the campaign is then granted all at one go, and can thus rank you up several times over in the advanced ranking system. This post-game mode works in the traditional manner that players expect from RPGsperform tasks, earn experience, and rank up.This guide is everything you need to know about increasing your Hunter Rank in the post-game.Side QuestingThese new post-game missions are some of the best sources for large amounts of HRP, not just from quest completion, but also from beating the target monster that you are tasked to hunt. Ever more quests are unlocked as you achieve higher and higher Hunter Ranks, so be sure to seek out all the NPCs you possibly can.These side quests also have the added benefit of granting you rewards in the form of weapons and armor, which will come in handy as you strive to access and beat higher-level content.Monster HuntingThe obvious avenue for gaining HRP, this is less lucrative than simply monster hunting during the course of a targeted mission. Ideally, you will want to farm the most valuable monsters, in order to simultaneously earn HRP, Zenny, and materials, for maximum efficiency.That is everything there is to know about increasing Hunter Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds.

It wouldnt be an exaggeration to callPokemon Legends: Arceus one of the bestPokemongames in recent memory if not even among the series finest outings ever, period so its no surprise thatPokemon Legends: Z-A has been turning heads the way it has been, even though details on it have been scarce since its announcement. Of course, recently, that changed with The Pokemon Company, Nintendo, and Game Freak providing a new look at the upcoming action RPG, and in the process showcasing its first gameplay footage. Plenty has emerged on Pokemon Legends: Z-Aas a result, so here, were going to go over the ten most crucial newly revealed details that you should know about the game.SETTINGUpon its announcement last year, it was confirmed thatPokemon Legends: Z-Awould be set entirely in the Paris-inspired LumioseCity in the Kalos region, and more details have now emerged on that front. For starters, yes, the game is setentirelywithin the city, which means we wont be exploring the entirety of Kalos again- just Lumiose itself, which is going to have to be larger and more fleshed out than anyPokemoncity has been in a game to date. Crucially, unlikePokemon Legends: Arceus, which was set in past Sinnoh,Z-Awill take place in the present day. Clearly, Game Freak isnt just following a formula laid down byArceus.STORYPokemon Legends: Z-Awill see Lumiose City in the midst of whats been dubbed an urban redevelopment plan, the goal of which is to make the city a space where people and Pokemon can co-exist and thrive together in total harmony. As the game begins, players will find themselves in Lumiose City during their travels, though how you become part of this redevelopment plan remains to be seen. Your base of operations throughout your journey in the thriving city will be Hotel Z, run by someone Pokemon X and Yfans will find familiar. Meanwhile, the mysterious legendary Pokemon Zygardewill also be involved, though exactly in what capacity is- well, appropriately enough, its a mystery.CHARACTERSSeveral characters who will play a central role inPokemon Legends: Z-Asstory have also been revealed. Depending on whether you choose to play as a male or female trainer, youll meet either Taunie or Urbain, who are Pokemon Trainers who work at Hotel Z to help support the hotels owner. The owner, incidentally, is AZ, who was a key character in Pokemon X and Y. For those unfamiliar, he is more than 3,000 years old, the former king of the Kalos region, and was a key figure in an ancient war that was once fought in this part of thePokemonworld. AZs Pokemon partner, Floette, will also appear. Meanwhile, theres also Jett, whos the CEO of Quasartico, the corporation driving the Lumiose City urban redevelopment plan, Vinnie, who is Jetts secretary.STARTERSWho are the starters? is the one question that everyone invariably asks any time a newPokemongame is unveiled, and sure enough, the trio of pocket monsters who will serve asPokemon Legends: Z-Ahave also now been revealed. Like its predecessor, it will bring mix and match starter Pokemon from previous regions, and like its predecessor, none of the three are from the region that its set in. Two of Johtos starters are coming back in the form of Totodile and Chicorita (sorry, Cyndaquil, but this is what you get for Typhlosions many crimes), while the Unovaregions Tepig is also returning.WILD ZONESWithPokemon Legends: Z-Abeing set entirely in Lumiose City, theres going to be a lit of urban environments, which is obviously going to be a big change fromArceus but what does that mean about wild Pokemon battles? Scattered throughout the city, players will find a number of Wild Zones, which are chunks of Lumiose that have been cordoned off and designated exclusive habitats for wild Pokemon. This is where well encounter, battle, and catch wild Pokemon, though exactly how many of these Zones there are in Lumiose City hasnt been confirmed.CITY EXPLORATIONOf course, as mentioned, youcanexpect plenty of city exploration- more so than in any otherPokemongame, in fact. Set entirely within the boundaries of the Kalos regions biggest city,Pokemon Legends: Z-Awill feature plenty of dense, urban environments for players to traverse. The newest footage for the game shows glimpses of some interesting traversal mechanics from riding elevators to rooftops that seem fully explorable to double jumping across chasms between structures though whether any ofArceusopen world traversal mechanics will come back remains to be seen.COMBATThis is the one biggest piece of info aboutPokemon Legends: Z-A,and its easy to see why. Its hugely significant. For the first time in series history, battles in the game will not be turn-based. Real-time battles will now see both Pokemon and Trainers moving around freely, while attacks will also now be dodgeable. Different attacks will have different attributes like range and area of effect, and how and when you choose to unleash your attacks will be crucial to the flow of fights. Based on the footage shown (including the on-screen UI), each of your active Pokemons four moves will be assigned to a face button each, with each attack running on a cooldown.MEGA EVOLUTIONSFrom Z-Moves to Dynamax to Terastrallization,Pokemonhas tried to replicate the success of Mega Evolutions with new gimmicks every generation, but none have come close to matching that first effort. The fan favourite gameplay feature was confirmed to be be coming back inPokemon Legends: Z-A when it was announced last year, and its newest showing offered new looks at what itll look like. Using Key Stones and Mega Stones in combination, certain (but not all) Pokemon will temporarily mega evolve into super powerful versions of themselves, which will not only afford them new and explosive moves, but might might even grant them completely new types.CONFIRMED MEGASIn the footage thats been revealed forPokemon Legends: Z-Aso far, several Mega Evolutions have been confirmed already. Officially confirmed to be in the game are Mega Evolutions for Gyarados, Kangaskhan, Absol, Gardevoir, Sableye, Altaria, Ampharos, Lucario, and both Mega Evolutions for Charizard. Presumably, we can probably also expect Mega Evolutions for Feraligatr, Meganium, and Emboar for the first time ever, seeing as theyre the the evolutions for our starters this time- though that hasnt yet been officially confirmed.LAUNCHSo when exactly can we get our hands on the game? Well, we dont know theexactrelease date still, though The Pokemon Company and Nintendo have, at the very least, narrowed down its release window.Pokemon Legends: Z-Ais officially due out in late 2025, with its Japanese trailers mentioning a Fall launch- which means were probably looking at a November release, which is a Fall month in the latter stages of the year. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, though theres no word yet on whether Nintendo intends to release it as a cross-gen title for the Nintendo Switch 2 as well. If nothing else, Switch 2 owners will be able to play the game via backward compatibility, so theres that.

Hot on the heels of last year's Barbie phone, HMD is back with more niche phones to appeal to those whose preferences and needs fall outside of the regular iPhone/Android flagship binary.Some companies rocked up at MWC 2025 in Barcelona this year with no new phones to show off -- but not HMD. It brought its A-game to the mobile show, with a shed-load of fresh products.HMD, short for Human Mobile Devices, is best known for making Nokia phones. Perhaps it's no surprise then that the company is once again releasing an update of classic Nokia phone -- the 3210 -- but this time in the colors of Barcelona Football Club.The company has an ongoing partnership with the elite European soccer team, announcing its first FC Barcelona-themed device last year. This latest update to the 3210 includes hidden messages from players, custom wallpapers and the classic mobile game Snake, this time played on a football pitch.The HMD Bara Fusion meanwhile is a collector's edition smartphone engraved with signatures from 11 of the club's star players. HMD also promises Easter Eggs that will appeal to fans, and you can even be woken up by the voice of one of your favourite players in the morning. HMD's partnership with Barcelona has resulted in a number of special edition phones. Katie Collins/CNETNot a Barcelona fan? One of HMD's other phones might be a better fit for you. The Fusion X1 is the company's first smartphone for teens, created off the back of its Better Phones Project -- an effort to bring families into the process of designing devices.The Fusion X1 allows parents control over kids' phones with a monthly Xplora subscription. This allows parents to have control over internet browsing and social media, in addition to a "School Mode". The subscription also provides continuous location tracking at 20 second intervals with safe zones, emergency SOS calling, low battery alerts and remote device access -- your teen will be thrilled.The Fusion X1 is a smartphone, but HMD is best known for making feature phones. The feature phone market is declining, but the company says its defied the overall, and last year not only gained market share but saw double-digit growth. No wonder then that it's back at the show this year with a handful of feature phones.Along with the HMD 2660 -- a classic flip phone -- the company unveiled two phones for music lovers. The big selling point of the HMD 150 and 350 is their retro feel, combined with prominent speakers, FM radios and long battery lives make them feel like the perfect festival phones. Let's just hope no-one uses those statement speakers to play music on public transport.

Somehow, I always manage to leave the house in the morning with fully charged headphones, but rarely do I remember to charge and bring a power bank. It's not as though the former is essential, and the latter nonessential -- I need both to get through any big day out.Smartphone-maker HMD come to my rescue with its new Amped Earbuds, announced at Mobile World Congresshere in Barcelona on Sunday. The buds come inside a reverse charging case that packs a 16,000 mAh battery -- definitely enough to be a great backup option if your phone runs out of charge and you need a quick top-up.Not only can the case wirelessly charge HMD phones like the Skyline, but it can charge other wireless-charging compatible phones too -- the iPhone, for example. If your buds run out of charge, you can also charge them from your phone. This is a nifty idea -- a real two-birds-with-one-stone solution -- that could set the Amped Earbuds apart from other smartphone manufacturer-branded headphones, which are plentiful and often tricky to distinguish between.The buds also offer active noise cancelation for a peaceful listening experience and environmental noise cancelation to keep your calls nice and clear. There's equalization control available too if you go to the effort of downloading the dedicated Android or iOS app.If you're a minimalist, often short on space, or, like me, just incapable of keeping more than one item charged at any one time, the Amped Earbuds could be the ideal solution.

Capcom is "investigating" an issue that's impeding progress for some players in Monster Hunter Wilds.Players are reporting that in Main Mission: Chapter 5-2 A World Turned Upside Down, a key NPC is not spawning where they should, essentially blocking all further campaign progress.Eurogamer's Monster Hunter Wilds review.Watch on YouTube"Hunters, we are currently investigating the following issue," the publisher/developer stated on social media."There may be cases where an NPC does not appear, disabling story progression in Main Mission: Chapter 5-2 A World Turned Upside Down. We are currently working on these issues and will provide further updates when we have them." To see this content please enable targeting cookies.As yet, there's no confirmation on when this may be addressed, but Capcom has been whack-a-mole-ing issues fairly swiftly over the weekend. For instance, a hot fix patch resolving issues with the Smithy and "Grill a Meal" is already live, so make sure you apply any patches before you play to ensure you're using the latest version.Monster Hunter Wilds has already smashed the 1m concurrent players barrier on Steam and if you're one of the many players who likes to jump back into the character editor because you've given your hunter a beer gut, you might appreciate knowing you can modify your character once for free, but any further substantive changes to your gender or body shape requires before Capcom makes you cough up some cash.In the Eurogamer Monster Hunter Wilds review, our Matt awarded it 4/5, saying: "Wilds remains an exhilarating piece of work - so refined, so alive, so giddily, chaotically joyful when it all comes together that it feels like the ultimate culmination of everything the series has been working toward over the last two decades."And if it continues Monster Hunter's legacy of generous post-launch support - where the series has traditionally felt the freest to get daft and indulge in its more sadistic tendencies - it'll be fascinating to see how this beautiful new baseline for the series develops."

Turkish prosecutor investigates Zorlu Holding CEO over Ramadan emailTurkish police have detained Zorlu Holding CEO Cem Kksal for allegedly "obstructing religious freedoms" after he sent an email stating the company remained neutral on religious matters. Zorlu Holding has announced that Kksal has resigned from the position.Saturday March 01 2025 11:37 pm Duvar EnglishTurkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into Zorlu Holding CEO Cem Kksal on charges of "obstructing freedom of belief, thought, and expression."According to information shared on social media, Ergn Gler,CEO of electronics company Vestel, a subsidiary of Zorlu Holding, sent a message to employees celebrating the start of Ramadan.In response, Kksal sent an internal email, reminding employees that as a company, they only recognized Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha as official celebrations.After the email spread on social media, the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutors Office launched an investigation, according to Anadolu Agency.The prosecutor's office stated that CEO Kksal had sent an email instructing employees "not to celebrate Ramadan," and the office launched an investigation into him on charges of "obstructing the exercise of freedom of belief, thought, and expression (Article 115 of the Turkish Penal Code).According to hlas News Agency, law enforcement officers from the Istanbul Security Directorates Public Order Branch detained Kksal as part of the investigation.Zorlu Holding announced on March 1 that Kksal resigned from his position,acknowledging the "sensitivity" that arose after an internal discussion between CEOs Kksal and Gler regarding management principles became public.Following this development, we announce that Zorlu Holding CEO Cem Kksal resigned from his position as of March 1, 2025.Since its founding in 1953, Zorlu Holding has upheld family values and business ethics, integrating with the national and moral values of our country. Our group, shareholders, and entire management team have always been engaged in social matters and acted responsibly.As Zorlu Group, we express our regret to all our stakeholders and the public regarding these recent developments."On Feb. 28, Vestel CEO Gler sent an email to employees extending Ramadan greetings. In response, Zorlu Holding CEO Kksal sent an email stating that the company "maintained neutrality on religious matters and that such messages should not be shared at an institutional level."In his message, which was later shared on social media, Kksal wrote, As a company, we maintain a secular stance. As we strive to become a multinational corporation, we expect to have employees from all religions and nationalities.Zorlu is one of the biggest holding companies in Turkey, and operates ina variety of sectors from mining to real estate.

Image: Nintendo LifeHappy 8th birthday to the Switch! We're republishing this list to celebrate eight years of Nintendo's hybrid console after all, what better way to celebrate than by playing the best games on the console, right?Nintendo Switch has amassed a huge amount of great games since the console launched back in 2017. This embarrassment of riches leaves us in something of a pickle too much software, not enough time to play it all.But what are the best games for Nintendo Switch? Which Switch games are must-haves? What should you play first on Switch? To answer those questions, we've compiled this ranked list of the most popular Switch games that no Nintendo fan should be without.The 50 Top Switch Games50. Astral Chain (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: PlatinumGamesRelease Date: 30th Aug 2019 (USA) / 30th Aug 2019 (UK/EU)With its amazing visuals, fantastic presentation, varied gameplay, and deep, rewarding combat, Astral Chain is one of PlatinumGames' most accomplished titles. It mixes detective work with exhilarating battle sequences that are inventive, challenging and perhaps most importantly breathtakingly cool.The complexity of the game's myriad systems may prove intimidating for some players, but the inclusion of a co-op play and the ability to automate many of the mechanics via the 'Unchained' mode means that even complete newcomers can still enjoy the ride.Astral Chain isn't just one of the Switch's standout hits, it's one of Platinum's best video games.Please note that some external links on this page are affiliate links, which means if you click them and make a purchase we may receive a small percentage of the sale. Please read our FTC Disclosure for more information.49. The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 26th Sep 2024 (USA) / 26th Sep 2024 (UK/EU)With the titular princess taking a starring role in her namesake series for the first time, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom should be the new standard for top-down Zelda going forward.Rather than abandoning the classic formula, Zelda has shown that the old and the new can come together and produce wonderful results that reward experimentation and reinforce the joy of play.In our book, this is easily in contention with A Link to the Past and A Link Between Worlds as one of the best top-down adventures in the series, and we hope we dont need to wait another 35 years for Zelda to take the lead again.Buy The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of WisdomUSAUKEURJPNCAN48. Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana (Switch)Publisher: NIS America / Developer: Nihon FalcomRelease Date: 26th Jun 2018 (USA) / 29th Jun 2018 (UK/EU)With fun, fast-paced combat, likeable characters, and an enjoyable story that takes full advantage of its beautiful shipwrecked setting, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana is a top-shelf action RPG.Exploring the Isle of Seiren is as rewarding as mastering the character-swapping and hack-and-slash battle system, and both fit into an addictive feedback loop of adventuring that keeps everything moving at a quick clip.The inconsistent image quality in handheld mode is a small blemish on an otherwise polished production, but this is a fantastic way to play Ys VIII, one of the very best action RPGs on the Switch and a true gem.47. Pikmin 3 Deluxe (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 30th Oct 2020 (USA) / 30th Oct 2020 (UK/EU)Visually, Pikmin 3 Deluxe doesn't push the boat out much further than the original Wii U version. In most respects, it's a simple, tidy port of the same great game we first played back in 2013.Where its changes lie are in its revamped control system and the addition of a new Side Stories mode. Neither is transformative enough to warrant double dipping if you're perfectly happy with your Wii U copy, but if you're one of the vast majority who don't have a Wii U copy, this Switch update is unquestionably the best way to play Pikmin 3.46. The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 20th Sep 2019 (USA) / 20th Sep 2019 (UK/EU)This beautiful Switch remake of the classic Game Boy entry rebuilt everything from the ground up, and would be a good entry point for younger players into the Zelda series.On top of the beautiful new art style, it added modern conveniences, a dungeon creator, amiibo support, and lots of little quality-of-life improvements whilst infusing every single square inch of Koholint every secret passage, Piranha, Pokey, and Pig Warrior with a level of detail and depth that totally reinvigorated both its timeless story and classic Zelda gameplay for a new generation.If there's anything holding The Legend of Zelda: Links Awakening back, frame drops may distract you from the otherwise absorbing gameplay, especially in docked mode. It's a little thing, but with the heritage of technical wizardry behind the Game Boy original, imperfect performance is a dent in this game's otherwise glistening armour.45. TRIANGLE STRATEGY (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Square EnixRelease Date: 4th Mar 2022 (USA) / 4th Mar 2022 (UK/EU)Triangle Strategy is an absolute triumph for Artdink and Square Enix, a fantastic mix of satisfyingly strategic battles, an excellent choice-driven campaign narrative, and top-notch world-building, all of which triangulate to form one of the finest tactical RPGs we've played.There's an absolute ton of content here, with a huge story featuring multiple paths to take depending on the choices you make and several properly impactful endings to enjoy on return visits.Serenoa Wollfort's epic journey is a joy from start to finish, a grand and ambitious adventure that stands proud as one of the very finest examples of its genre on Switch.44. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove (Switch eShop)Publisher: Yacht Club Games / Developer: Yacht Club GamesRelease Date: 3rd Mar 2017 (USA) / 3rd Mar 2017 (UK/EU)Shovel Knight was excellent in vanilla form, but Treasure Trove includes absolutely everything that developer Yacht Club has created for the game since its Kickstarter success back in 2013.That includes the extra campaigns Plague of Shadows, Specter of Torment, and the more recent King of Cards, plus multiplayer brawler Showdown which further increases the attractiveness of an already incredibly compelling package.These games are fantastic odes to the glory days of 8-bit(+) platforming, and having the complete Shovel Knight experience in one spot makes this a must-have for Switch owners - especially those who have so far failed to dig into this game and its add-ons. Strike the earth!43. Animal Well (Switch eShop)Publisher: Bigmode / Developer: Shared MemoryRelease Date: 9th May 2024 (USA) / 9th May 2024 (UK/EU)Developer Shared Memory's stated goal was to craft complete experiences that will be playable long after the world loses its internet connection, and screen after screen, Animal Well excels in delighting your eyes and giving your brain something to stew on.Its a riposte against a culture of post-launch updates in favour of a meticulously crafted, singular vision with potentially years worth of discoveries baked in. By all indications, Animal Well delivers on that long-term promise and does so with a one-of-a-kind elegance.42. Bayonetta 2 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: PlatinumGamesRelease Date: 16th Feb 2018 (USA) / 16th Feb 2018 (UK/EU)Despite coming from the previous generation, Bayonetta 2 shines brightest on Switch. It runs without a hitch at 60fps, looks incredible in both TV and tabletop modes, and offers an addictive free-flowing combat formula that sprinkles in platforming, light exploration and a ridiculous story to create something that you simply need to experience.If youve never played it before, youre in for a treat. If youve already played it, its even more bewitching as a handheld gem.41. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge (Switch eShop)Publisher: Dotemu / Developer: Tribute GamesRelease Date: 16th Jun 2022 (USA) / 16th Jun 2022 (UK/EU)Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredders Revenge is the best Turtles beat 'em up ever made. It looks delicious, sounds superb, and rekindles childhood memories beyond all expectations, time-warping you back to 1987.Its combat system is so much fun to mine that you feel compelled to keep coming back to try new strategies, and with its awesome co-op multiplayer, the experience evolves again and again. Like many a beat 'em up, it does get repetitive as you enter the last third, but thats more a fault of the concept than the game. Shredders Revenge really is an unprecedented, ahem, shell-ebration.The Dimension Shellshock DLC adds new fighters and a Survival mode, too, and if you can't get enough of your Turtle-filled co-op brawlers, there's also Digital Eclipse's TMNT: The Cowabunga Collection, which features a boatload of Konami classics to keep you busy for hours.40. Stardew Valley (Switch eShop)Publisher: ConcernedApe / Developer: ConcernedApeRelease Date: 5th Oct 2017 (USA) / 5th Oct 2017 (UK/EU)Stardew Valley offers a chance to live a second life one where you can forget the troubles of the real world and get excited over finding a particularly rare carrot.This is the sort of game that ideally requires a significant amount of time to be invested; the enjoyment doesnt necessarily come from the day-to-day actions, but rather from the general growth of pride, satisfaction, and sense of security as the days go by.It is a truly magical experience; games can often be enjoyable but they dont all manage to be as captivating as this. Fans of Harvest Moon and Animal Crossing will be right at home here and, for those who arent, Stardew might just surprise you.39. Celeste (Switch eShop)Publisher: Maddy Makes Games / Developer: Matt Makes GamesRelease Date: 25th Jan 2018 (USA) / 25th Jan 2018 (UK/EU)Celeste is an exemplary amalgamation of style, mechanics, and character. A devilishly brilliant action platformer with enough skill required to excite genre purists and the speedrunning community, while at the same time featuring a breakdown of gameplay elements to customize and cater to all audiences.While the game mechanically is great, if familiar, the art style and narrative are truly special, showing both a visual and emotional range and depth that will resonate and inspire. Celeste is the absolute peak of personal exploration and discovery on Nintendo Switch.38. Splatoon 2 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Nintendo EPDRelease Date: 21st Jul 2017 (USA) / 21st Jul 2017 (UK/EU)Splatoon 2 is just about everything you could ask for from a sequel. It builds on everything the original online team shooter set up and then some; almost every single major issue people had with the first game has been resolved, showing that Nintendo genuinely listens and wants to deliver the absolute best experience possible.Maintaining the freshness youd expect and throwing in countless big and small changes and additions every one of them for the better Splatoon 2 is simply... wait for it... ink-redible.37. Sea of Stars (Switch eShop)Publisher: Sabotage / Developer: SabotageRelease Date: 29th Aug 2023 (USA) / 29th Aug 2023 (UK/EU)Sea of Stars is a sensational achievement for Sabotage. Following on from The Messenger, the studio is two for two in providing impressively designed and genuinely innovative takes on classic genres.Some pacing issues aside, the complex narrative, deep and strategic combat, thoughtful level design, and fantastic visuals and music all combine to make this one of the easiest recommendations we can make. If you consider yourself a fan of old-school RPGs, you must play Sea of Stars.And if not? The execution and polish here are so good that wed suggest you give it a try anyway - few games would be a better introduction and representation of what makes JRPGs great. Sea of Stars is an instant classic and a new high-water mark for modern retro-styled indies.36. Pokmon Legends: Arceus (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Game FreakRelease Date: 28th Jan 2022 (USA) / 28th Jan 2022 (UK/EU)Designated a mainline entry in the series by Game Freak itself, Pokmon Legends: Arceus feels like the result of the developers learning lessons for 25 years, refining the formula, and finally taking the franchise in a new, incredibly exciting direction.Technically it may stumble in places, but with an emphasis on extremely rewarding exploration, addictive catching mechanics, a fine roster of Pokmon, and a genuine sense of scale thats unlike anything in the series, Pokmon Legends: Arceus is up there with the greatest Pokmon games ever made in our book.35. NieR:Automata The End of YoRHa Edition (Switch)Publisher: Square Enix / Developer: PlatinumGamesRelease Date: 6th Oct 2022 (USA) / 6th Oct 2022 (UK/EU)NieR:Automata is a modern classic. Most importantly for Switch owners, this is a top-notch port that has clearly been produced with respect and focus, often surpassing our expectations in both visuals and performance.Finding a comfortable seat and a pair of headphones makes the Switch version a wonderful way to experience the game, and it is an unforgettable journey. Nothing is as it seems, either in the story or gameplay, and it's one of the finest gaming achievements of the last decade.34. The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles (Switch)Publisher: Capcom / Developer: CapcomRelease Date: 27th Jul 2021 (USA) / 27th Jul 2021 (UK/EU)The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles is two brilliant games for the price of one, and it not only gives us more of what we love, but gives us something that is visually, narratively, and historically deeper than ever before.Taking the Ace Attorney back to the late 19th century, there's a bit of a learning curve that you'll have to get on top of to meet the game where it's at, but honestly, we couldn't have asked for a better version of the game we've been wanting for years.33. Castlevania Dominus Collection (Switch eShop)Publisher: Konami / Developer: KonamiRelease Date: 27th Aug 2024 (USA) / 27th Aug 2024 (UK/EU)Castlevania Dominus Collection is quite possibly the best compilation that Konami and M2 have produced to date. It presents three exceptional DS games that easily stand the test of time and provide just as much enjoyment now as they did back in the 2000s.Not only that, but the impossible has seemingly been achieved with the remarkable addition of Haunted Castle Revisited. Included as a fun little bonus, this revamped take on a reviled arcade curio is fantastic, and while it can't compete with the very best 'classic' games in the franchise, it's the closest we've gotten to a brand new Castlevania in years. An exquisite package.32. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - Complete Edition (Switch)Publisher: CD Projekt Red / Developer: CD Projekt RedRelease Date: 15th Oct 2019 (USA) / 15th Oct 2019 (UK/EU)The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt remains a masterpiece, and being able to take such a grand and engrossing adventure on the go is something well worth celebrating.The Switch's Complete Edition is a truly impressive achievement, and although performance isn't perfect, it's still an incredible and impactful role-playing experience.CD Projekt Red set the bar for modern RPGs back in 2015, and this port is a startling reminder that it has arguably yet to be bettered. One of the most impressive ports on the system.31. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Monolith SoftRelease Date: 1st Dec 2017 (USA) / 1st Dec 2017 (UK/EU)Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is a massive, sprawling JRPG built by Monolith Soft, who developed the Baten Kaitos games on GameCube. The team also helped Nintendo design the world of Breath of the Wild, so there's no doubting the pedigree.XC2 sees you explore a massive open world made up of Titans enormous living creatures that house entire civilisations on their bodies. Along the way, you meet a wide variety of characters, solve a bunch of quests, and save the world. It's the developer doing what it does best, albeit without shaking off the series' occasional flaws. This is another Xenoblade gem, though, and a must-have RPG.Xenoblade Chronicles 2 also has a massive standalone DLC, Torna: The Golden Country, that's well worth playing. It serves as a prequel to the events of 2, so you can play it before or after. Larvely.30. Ori and the Will of the Wisps (Switch eShop)Publisher: iam8bit / Developer: Moon StudiosRelease Date: 17th Sep 2020 (USA) / 17th Sep 2020 (UK/EU)Ori and the Will of the Wisps is not just a great sequel; in many ways, it outdoes Ori and the Blind Forest.The addition of more customisation options, a greater focus on combat and a better-developed story (all in an incredibly beautiful game that's running at 60 frames per second) means it comprehensively outshines the original. Will of the Wisps pushes technical boundaries so far beyond the previous game that performance was shaky even on Xbox One X at launch; that it runs on Nintendo's console at all is, well, utterly remarkable.That's not to say it was flawless when it launched on Switch, but following a patch from Moon Studios, the game is in even better shape than ever and we really can't recommend it enough. A supremely enjoyable platform adventure which everyone should experience.29. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Retro StudiosRelease Date: 4th May 2018 (USA) / 4th May 2018 (UK/EU)After beginning life on Wii U in 2014, we were treated to a 'Deluxe' port on Switch just four years later. Not the longest hiatus, but we couldn't wait to replay one of the best platformers we've ever encountered and the Switch version plays like an absolute dream.Looking better than Donkey Kong ever has, veteran DKC composer David Wise returned with this sequel and caused us to have several 'moments' during our first playthrough. It was a glistening cherry on a cake so deliciously sweet we worried we'd lose a foot.Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze isn't just a great platformer, it's one of the great platformers. Even if Donkey Kong isn't normally your thing, you owe it to yourself to give Tropical Freeze a go; it's totally bananas in the very best of ways.28. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (Switch)Publisher: Ubisoft / Developer: Ubisoft MontpellierRelease Date: 18th Jan 2024 (USA) / 18th Jan 2024 (UK/EU)Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a slick return to the roots of this franchise that serves up clever 2.5D action wrapped up in a delightful art style and satisfying story.There's a smart balance here between old-school levels of action and challenge, moreish combat, and neat puzzles, all mixed with accessibility options and fine-tuning that open things up to newcomers and casual players.We knew Ubisoft Montpellier was a pair of safe hands and the (now sadly disbanded) team didn't let us down, serving up the first must-play of 2024 in a Switch port that absolutely does the business.27. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Intelligent SystemsRelease Date: 23rd May 2024 (USA) / 23rd May 2024 (UK/EU)For years, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door has been held as the best Mario RPG of all time, and the Switch remake proves it has earned that title.This is a fantastic RPG adventure, whether youre a Mario fan or not, with some best-in-class combat and brilliant writing. A fresh new localisation, beautifully enhanced visuals, and new quality-of-life features help iron out a few little creases to make this the definitive way to play a GameCube classic.Buy Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Switch)USAUKCANJPN26. Luigi's Mansion 3 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Next Level GamesRelease Date: 31st Oct 2019 (USA) / 31st Oct 2019 (UK/EU)Luigis Mansion 3 is not only a graphical powerhouse and showcase for Next Level Games unrivalled mastery of video game animation but also an immense helping of spooky fun.The amount of care and consideration poured into every facet of the game is abundantly clear, and it all results in one of the most enjoyable and attractive Switch titles, and the undisputed high point of an underappreciated series.25. Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 20th Mar 2020 (USA) / 20th Mar 2020 (UK/EU)Animal Crossing: New Horizons improved upon every single facet of the series imaginable. There's more to do, more to see, more to change, more to mould, and more to love; fans and first-time players can find themselves losing hours at a time gathering materials, creating new furniture, and making their island undeniably theirs.Every moment is unashamedly blissful, with excellently written characters that truly feel alive and an island paradise that gives back infinitely more than you put in. Back when Animal Crossing: New Leaf hit the shelves all those years ago and created a whole new generation of fans, many people were wondering how Nintendo could possibly top it, but here we got our answer.This is a masterpiece that's worth buying a Switch (or two) to play.24. Persona 4 Golden (Switch eShop)Publisher: Atlus / Developer: Atlus Persona TeamRelease Date: 19th Jan 2023 (USA) / 19th Jan 2023 (UK/EU)Persona 4 Golden remains a thoroughly enjoyable and engrossing RPG that, for the most part, has stood the test of time.Although its visuals might be a bit dated, the gameplay and story presented here do more than enough to justify the purchase, while all the tweaks and additions that came with this Golden edition round out most of the rougher edges from the initial PS2 release.If you're looking to give the Persona series a shot, Persona 5 Royal is a good place to start, but P4G is an excellent entry in the series and one that we would recommend you pick up when you can.23. Hollow Knight (Switch eShop)Publisher: Team Cherry / Developer: Team CherryRelease Date: 12th Jun 2018 (USA) / 12th Jun 2018 (UK/EU)Hollow Knight feels like it found its natural home on Switch. The game's beautiful 2D world, tactile combat, and impressive bevvy of secrets constantly drag you in for more, and it proves to be as strong an experience on the move as it is on your TV.On an eShop that's filled with top-quality indie games, Hollow Knight is one of the very best; a big, beautiful, foreboding Metroidvania that's absolutely thick with detail - and danger. From its punchy combat system to its charming art and sound design, this is one of the finest adventures you can have on Switch.22. Final Fantasy VI (Switch eShop)Publisher: Square Enix / Developer: Square EnixRelease Date: 19th Apr 2023 (USA) / 19th Apr 2023 (UK/EU)After years of begging for the 16-bit Final Fantasy VI to be playable on Switch, the Pixel Remaster brings us a fantastic version of what might just be one of the best RPGs ever made.Timeless music has been made even better with the new arrangements, while the visuals have been enhanced in a lovely pixel-perfect manner. And what it might lack in difficulty, Final Fantasy VI makes up for in basically every other aspect incredible characters, fantastic bosses, an amazing story, and fun gameplay.An all-timer that barely feels its age.21. Balatro (Switch eShop)Publisher: PlayStack / Developer: LocalThunkRelease Date: 20th Feb 2024 (USA) / 20th Feb 2024 (UK/EU)Balatro is a roguelike for gamers who don't like roguelikes... and then everybody else on top of that. It utterly nails what it sets out to do, providing an instantly accessible, satisfying, and addictive gameplay loop that anybody can grasp.It's an immensely enjoyable experience from the start, but as you get deeper in, there's really nothing else quite like it. Utterly sublime.20. Monster Hunter Rise (Switch)Publisher: Capcom / Developer: CapcomRelease Date: 26th Mar 2021 (USA) / 26th Mar 2021 (UK/EU)New mechanics, monsters, and a gorgeous setting meant that Monster Hunter Rise set a new standard for the franchise.The Wirebug, Switch Skills, Palamute, and carefully thought-out monsters shook things up enough to make the game feel fresh for hunters who had previously spent thousands of hours with the series, and while the package can be slightly intimidating for newcomers, it's arguably the ideal place to get started if you're serious about getting into monster hunting. And with a peerless four-player multiplayer experience, the Rampage quests are a blast.Monster Hunter Rise is one of the strongest entries into the series, then, and another stone-cold classic for Switch. And if the base game isn't enough, hunt down the must-have Sunbreak DLC, as well.19. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 12th Feb 2021 (USA) / 12th Feb 2021 (UK/EU)Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury takes everything that made the cat-filled Wii U original special and throws in various small gameplay tweaks to make it even more enjoyable. The first four-player 3D Mario game fuses the freedom of the third dimension with the more constrained (yet no less imaginative) courses from his 2D games to wonderful effect.The cooperative multiplayer element brought Princess Peach, Luigi, and Toad back into the fold, mirroring Super Mario Bros. 2's lineup, and both Cat Mario and Captain Toad were also introduced here. It's the additional open-world-y Bowser's Fury mode that makes this Switch version a must-buy, even if you 100%'d the Wii U original.The only real mark against the awkwardly acronymed SM3DW+BF is patchy online multiplayer implementation, but this Switch release is otherwise up there with the very best of the plumber's portfolio.Bowser's Fury is probably the best Mario game for people who have never played a 3D Mario before, serving as an unintimidating introduction to a larger three-dimensional Super Mario world that can also be played with friends and family.18. Kirby and the Forgotten Land (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: HAL LaboratoryRelease Date: 25th Mar 2022 (USA) / 25th Mar 2022 (UK/EU)Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a great big colourful joyride of an adventure for our little pink pal.This first fully three-dimensional mainline entry in the franchise is bursting at the seams with fun and inventiveness, managing to transpose everything we know and love about past Kirby games to this all-new arena whilst adding plenty of delightful new aspects as it goes.Mouthful Mode is daftly entertaining, each and every level is packed full of secrets and dripping in wonderful detail, and there are enough side activities, collectibles, and co-op fun here to keep you entertained and coming back for more for a good long while. Recommended if you're looking for a fun platformer to play with kids.17. Pikmin 4 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Nintendo EPDRelease Date: 21st Jul 2023 (USA) / 21st Jul 2023 (UK/EU)Pikmin 4 is a sumptuous strategy adventure that serves up tons of fun for returning fans of the franchise whilst also adding lots to entice new players into giving it a try.Oatchi is the star of the show in our eyes, a very good boy who is woven cleverly into the core of the puzzle action. Series-best dungeons, a hugely inventive overworld, night missions, Dandori battles, and post-credit goodies only sweeten the deal.Yes, the co-op is disappointing, and the campaign's not gonna be challenging enough for some diehard fans and my word the opening hours are talk-talk-talk but overall Nintendo nailed it here, serving up a magical Pikmin adventure tailor-made for Switch.16. Unicorn Overlord (Switch)Publisher: SEGA / Developer: VanillawareRelease Date: 8th Mar 2024 (USA) / 8th Mar 2024 (UK/EU)Even amidst a huge strategy-RPG boom, Unicorn Overlord stands out. Its a smorgasbord of visual delights, intricate systems, and addictive gameplay loops that all come together to create a delightfully thrilling and deep tactical RPG. Its so easy to get absorbed into everything the game offers, and we lapped it all up.Vanillaware has long been known for creating beautiful-looking games with unique twists on genres, but with 13 Sentinels and now Unicorn Overlord, this developer should be on absolutely everyones radar.15. Persona 5 Royal (Switch)Publisher: SEGA / Developer: Atlus Persona TeamRelease Date: 21st Oct 2022 (USA) / 21st Oct 2022 (UK/EU)Persona 5 Royal is the very definition of required reading' for JRPG fans.A deep and moving story, stylish presentation, amazing soundtrack, and decision-driven gameplay all combine to make for an unforgettable and exceptional experience that proves itself to be every bit deserving of the hype and praise its already received.While those who have played this elsewhere may want to consider whether Switch's portability is enough to justify a full-price double dip, it suits the system perfectly. Persona 5 Royal easily stands as one of the very best RPGs of the last decade and youd be doing yourself a disservice to miss out.14. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance (Switch)Publisher: Atlus / Developer: AtlusRelease Date: 14th Jun 2024 (USA) / 14th Jun 2024 (UK/EU)Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is a stellar example of an enhanced re-release done right - which is fortunate as the original version was delisted when this launched.Vengeance's comprehensive approach to improving the story and various gameplay systems of the original release makes for an experience thats even more engrossing. Though we were disappointed by the lack of any performance gains here, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance is still an extremely easy recommendation for any RPG fans.Some may consider SMT to be Persona without the heart, but SMT V: Vengeance cleanly demonstrates that this old Atlus stalwart still has an abundance of fantastic gameplay and unique appeal. A wonderful game.13. Hades (Switch eShop)Publisher: Supergiant Games / Developer: Supergiant GamesRelease Date: 17th Sep 2020 (USA) / 17th Sep 2020 (UK/EU)Hades is a sublime mix of satisfyingly gritty and flexible combat, a wonderfully vibrant art style, and a genuinely fun and engaging narrative.Supergiant Games has an excellent track record with games like Bastion and Transistor, but this really does feel like its finest hour a rip-roaring rampage through the underworld that arrived on Switch with a port that's nigh-on perfect.Even if you're yet to be swayed by the admittedly repetitive ebb and flow of roguelikes, we passionately urge you to at least give this roguelite a try; this is one heavenly vision of hell that worth sacrificing yourself to.12. Fire Emblem: Three Houses (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Intelligent SystemsRelease Date: 26th Jul 2019 (USA) / 26th Jul 2019 (UK/EU)As soon as Switch launched it seemed like the perfect console for Fire Emblem. Portability and strategy games are a marriage made in heaven, but being able to throw the battle on the big screen in HD gives Three Houses a scope that wasn't possible on the diminutive 3DS.Three Houses added new strings to the series' bow, with the Garegg Mach Monastery providing a Hogwarts-style academy to explore as you build those ever-important relationships with the Black Eagles, Blue Lions, and Golden Deer. It's clearer than ever before that the key to the franchise is its ability to evoke feelings for your units through canny writing and charismatic characters; Three Houses created the perfect environment to foster and develop the students in your chosen house.Indeed, the huge number of options open to you, not to mention the alternatives closed off with each choice you make, makes Three Houses a daunting prospect, but it excels in forging a vital and worthwhile experience whichever house you pick or route you take. And, thankfully, you don't need to buy another game to go back and travel the road not taken. Take that, Fates!And if that's still not enough for you, there's always DLC. Did somebody say four houses?11. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Monolith SoftRelease Date: 29th May 2020 (USA) / 29th May 2020 (UK/EU)Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition presents an already-excellent JRPG that's been improved in nearly every conceivable way, short of a complete reimagining.On top of the fantastic story, enjoyable combat, and incredible world design, Monolith Soft has included an entirely new epilogue story arc while polishing up nearly everything in the base game, from progression systems to visuals to UI design. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition is easily one of the best RPGs on Switch, a console that's not lacking in the role-playing department.It goes without saying that if you were ever a fan of the original, or of RPGs in general, you absolutely must get this. This is the standard against which all RPGs should be judged.10. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 28th Apr 2017 (USA) / 28th Apr 2017 (UK/EU)Mario Kart 8 delivered a huge amount of racing goodness right out of the box on Wii U and was only a proper Battle Mode away from being top of the class. The big twist this time around was the introduction of 'anti-gravity' sections which allow tracks to bend and twist on themselves in surprising ways, making it possible to collide with other racers and gain a small speed boost, adding a welcome layer of tactical play.And then Mario Kart 8 Deluxe repackaged the original on Switch and added in that excellent (and sorely missed) Battle Mode for good measure, making it the pinnacle of the entire series; a fast, attractive, sublimely playable romp which has to rank as one of the best racing games of all time; the definitive Mario Kart experience, content-rich and a delightful feast of comedic, cartoonish karting action.Switch's best-selling game continually raises a smile and, occasionally, induces that trademark Mario Kart rage as shells strike and positions are lost. It's addictive, unifying, unfiltered fun that draws in anyone daring enough to take up the wheel.And the addition of 48 more courses with the awkwardly named Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass DLC? Well, that's just more icing on an already-grand cake, isn't it? Essential.9. Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition (Switch)Publisher: Square Enix / Developer: Square EnixRelease Date: 27th Sep 2019 (USA) / 27th Sep 2019 (UK/EU)Originally released for 3DS (and PS4) in Japan, Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition is one of the best games Square has ever put its name to, plain and simple and this Switch release was a fine port, too.Featuring a heartwarming, well-paced narrative supported by a cast of fantastic characters, a dense and interesting overworld packed with dozens of hours of content, and one of the finest soundtracks weve heard in a JRPG, it all combines to make this an unforgettable modern classic. Whether youre a newcomer to the series (or genre) or a returning vet, do yourself a favour and get yourself a copy of Dragon Quest XI pronto.8. Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 20th Oct 2023 (USA) / 20th Oct 2023 (UK/EU)Super Mario Bros. Wonder is, quite simply, the best 2D Mario game since Super Mario World in our opinion; the slickest, sharpest, and smartest that two-dimensional Mario has felt since 1991.In its Wonder Flowers, badges, and online aspects, it serves up an endlessly inventive and impressive platforming adventure that will utterly hook you. From its myriad animation details to its infectious anything-could-happen spirit, it's got charm up the wazoo.A refinement of a well-established formula, it doesn't totally upend the 2D tea table, but with local co-op and online fun adding to the replayability factor, this feels like 2D Mario with its mojo back. Super Mario Wonder is one of the very best platformers we've played.Buy Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch)USAUKJPNCANPhysicalDigital7. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Monolith SoftRelease Date: 29th Jul 2022 (USA) / 29th Jul 2022 (UK/EU)Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is a genuine masterpiece and the highlight of Monolith Soft's superb series thus far.There's an emotionally charged and surprisingly edgy epic to get stuck into here, a sprawling and hugely engaging narrative populated by a cast of unforgettable characters that's backed up by some of the very best combat we've had the pleasure of getting to grips with in this genre.Over 100 hours into this one, we were as captivated as we were when we first booted it up and it more than delivered every bit of the adventure, emotion, and action that its excellent key art promises. Aionios awaits, it's time to seize the future.6. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: SoraRelease Date: 7th Dec 2018 (USA) / 7th Dec 2018 (UK/EU)How does this 'ultimate' version of Smash stack up against the rest?Well, vocal concerns about past games were actively addressed. The customisability is overwhelmingly vast, with super-solid single-player modes. And every single fighter from the series is present (even Pichu) and joined by a colossal roster of DLC characters from the annals of gaming. Let's not forget that this is the game responsible for bringing Banjo and Kazooie back home to a Nintendo console.Were not sure how you could make a more robust or pleasing Smash Bros. game. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate truly is the ultimate instalment in the series, and it makes you wonder where Masahiro Sakurai can possibly take this franchise next.5. Super Mario Odyssey (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 27th Oct 2017 (USA) / 27th Oct 2017 (UK/EU)There's an argument to be made that Mario 64 never got a 'true' sequel until this game: Sunshine's FLUDD muddied the waters with its feature set; the Galaxy games eschewed large playgrounds for impeccably crafted planetoids designed around specific ideas; 3D Land and 3D World were deliberately contained with linear design to introduce 2D Mario players to the third dimension.Super Mario Odyssey promised a return to the 'sandbox' style players had been pining for since 1996, and it delivered. Cappy's capture abilities keep things fresh in a game which blends all sorts of ideas and art styles into an improbably coherent, compelling whole.It really shouldn't work, but New Donk City's human inhabitants co-exist happily with anthropomorphic cutlery, colourful sombrero-wearing skeletons, and the big-eyed Mushroom Kingdom clan thanks solely to the developers' impeccable execution. The mechanical mastery here is breathtaking, with so many distractions to discover. We don't envy the designers who have to come up with Mario's next game, but Mario Odyssey proves that absolutely anything is possible.An utterly remarkable entry in this most celebrated of series, then. The best Switch Mario game is an essential purchase whether you like Mario or not.4. Metroid Prime Remastered (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: Retro StudiosRelease Date: 8th Feb 2023 (USA) / 8th Feb 2023 (UK/EU)With Metroid Prime Remastered, the seemingly impossible was achieved: a masterpiece was made even better.The minor issues we have with the motion controls and the occasional visual hiccup pale in comparison to the enhancements that have been made here. The visual improvements are extensive, right through to the tiny details, and it all comes together to create one of the best-looking games on Switch, remaster or not.The new twin-stick control setup works flawlessly for both veterans and newcomers, too, but if you're itching to go back to the original GameCube controls, that option is there. With an expanded gallery feature to round things out, Metroid Prime Remastered feels like a new benchmark in how older games can be thoughtfully revitalised for the modern age.3. Metroid Dread (Switch)Publisher: Nintendo / Developer: NintendoRelease Date: 8th Oct 2021 (USA) / 8th Oct 2021 (UK/EU)Metroid Dread was a triumphant return for both Samus Aran and developer MercurySteam. This is a super-slick, hugely entertaining, and exquisitely designed entry in the Metroid franchise that plays better than anything we've seen from the series so far.With a bunch of fantastic new abilities, super tense and enjoyable stealth sections, plenty of great big boss fights and a story that fans will definitely enjoy, we can't really see how this one could have been improved.Best Metroid game ever? There'll likely be calls of recency bias, but there's a very strong argument that 2D Metroid has never been better.

In about 1884, Edwin Saxton Wheeler purchased a house lot on the desirable suburban neighborhood on Hillhouse Avenue in New Haven, Connecticut, and began constructing an ornate, brick Queen Anne/Romanesque Revival style home there. In 1887, creditors went after Mr. Wheelers assets and the property was sold to Civil War General, Alfred Howe Terry. General Terry died in 1890 and the property remained under the ownership of heis heirs until around 1908 when the property was purchased and fully renovated by Lewis H. English. At this time, the ornate brick and terracotta detailing was largely covered by stucco siding, creating the clean facades we see today. The residence was purchased in 1954 by Yale University, and it now houses the Cowles Foundation for Research in Economics.

Recommended Published March 2, 2025 6:00am EST close Your iPhone has a hidden folder eating up storage space without you even knowing The CyberGuy offers some little-known tricks to free up storage. Is your iPhone running out of space?Don't worry, we've got you covered with some little-known tricks to free up storage and keep your device running smoothly. iPhone storage (Apple)The secret folder eating your storageReady to reclaim valuable space? Follow these simple steps to clear out duplicate photos and videos that are hogging your iPhone's storage.Open your Photos appScroll down to theUtilities section, and there you'll find a tab calledDuplicates. Go ahead andtap on it.STAY PROTECTED & INFORMED! GET SECURITY ALERTS & EXPERT TECH TIPS SIGN UP FOR KURTS THE CYBERGUY REPORT NOW Duplicates folder (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)This folder is where Apple keeps track of all your duplicate photos and videos. Many users are shocked to discover how many duplicates they have. For instance, you might have received the same image in multiple chats. Clearing out these duplicates can instantly free up gigabytes of storage.How to clear duplicatesOpen your Photos appScroll down and find theDuplicates folder in the Utilities section.You'll see duplicate files listed with aMerge button next to or above each.Tap Merge to remove duplicates and keep the original file.Confirm your decision by clicking the pop-up window at the bottom of the screen that will say,"Merge # Exact Copies."The number will change depending on how many files you are merging. Step to clear duplicates in photos app on iPhone (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)For faster cleanup, tapSelect in the top right corner.Choose multiple duplicates or clickSelect All to merge everything at once.You'll see"Merge"check marks in the blue circlefor each pair you wish to merge.Then tap at the bottom of the screen.Then click the pop-up with"Merge (number) Exact Copies Only" or"Merge (number) Items" and wait for the process to finish.More space-saving tricksIf you need even more space, try these additional tips:Go toSettingsTap GeneralClickiPhone Storage.Review thestorage breakdown and app usage.CheckApple's recommendations at the top of the page.WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)? More space-saving tricks (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Some effective space-saving options include:Review large attachments: A quick way to reclaim storage is by deleting unnecessary videos and documents from your messages.Auto delete old conversations: By enabling it, it automatically removes all your messages and attachments that were sent or received one year ago.Remove Older Downloads: Keeps only the latest five automatically downloaded episodes per show.Review Downloaded Media: Manually check and remove unnecessary downloads.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Some effective space-saving options (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Kurt's key takeawaysThese simple tricks can help you reclaim significant storage space on your iPhone. Regularly checking your Duplicates folder and following Apple's storage recommendations can keep your device running smoothly without the need for costly upgrades. Remember to review your storage periodically to maintain optimal performance.Do you think clearing duplicate photos will change how you take or manage photos going forward, and if so, how? Let us know by writing us at Cyberguy.com/ContactCLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APPFor more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/NewsletterAsk Kurt a question or let us know what stories you'd like us to coverFollow Kurt on his social channelsAnswers to the most asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.