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Switch eShop charts – August 10, 2024

Today, we’re going over the history of the “free update” business model of certain first-party games released for Switch. Free updates and DLC weren’t quite as common for Nintendo games back in the Wii U and 3DS era. Company culture changes aside, one possible reason for this is that those consoles could only store so much extra data and updates for their games (with Super Smash Bros. pushing the limits of this restriction). Needless to say, things have sort of changed during the Switch era. Free updates have gone from a nice bonus to… something else, we’ll say. Here are some of the most prominent examples of Switch games that relied on a free update content cycle, and what these updates added to each game.

The history of the “free update” model in Switch games

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Secret Agent Clank could be heading to new PlayStation consoles.

PlayStation Seemingly Leaks Next PSP Re-Release for PS5 and PS4

Snag these free items for Call of Duty while you can!

PlayStation Plus Members Get Bonus Call of Duty Freebies

The PS Store has added a new free game that offers a quick and easy Platinum trophy, with players split over whether the title should be considered shovelware or not. The game in question is Puzzle Drop Carnival, which offers a free version as well as a $4.99 bundle that comes with 10 avatars.

PS Store Releases Free Game With Easy Platinum Trophy

Microsoft has revealed the first batch of games heading to Xbox Game Pass in August 2024. In an Xbox Wire post, Microsoft confirmed Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, Mafia: Definitive Edition, and Creatures of Ava will be added to the subscription service. All of these will be available to subscribers via PC, Xbox, and Xbox Cloud Gaming (if you are an Ultimate tier subscriber). The first of these three games, Creatures of Ava, will be available to Game Pass subscribers starting August 7.

Microsoft Confirms Xbox Game Pass August 2024 Wave 1 Lineup

This article explains how to get 120 frames per second—which you'll also see as "FPS" or "Hz"–on PS5. Not every game on PS5 supports this option, so while you can prep your console for it, it won't work for every title. How to Turn On 120 FPS on...

How to Get 120 FPS on PS5

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

With Fate/Stay Night Remastered coming to Switch, we now have gameplay of gameplay. Over an hour of footage is available to view. A bunch of information about the visual novel can be found in the following overview:. A remastered version of Fate/Stay Night, fantasy action drama visual novel and Type-Moon’s...

Fate/Stay Night Remastered Switch gameplay

The latest collaboration just went live in Brawlhalla, which is based on Borderlands – or specifically Vault Hunters. Lilith, Tiny Tina, and Krieg are all appearing in the game. The three of them feature unique Weapon Skins, custom Signature FXs, lock-in animations, and dedicated roster spots. Also, Claptrap is here as a Sidekick.

Brawlhalla gains Borderlands crossover

There are three new games for Game Pass subscribers until mid-August - including two remakes for fans of retro games and a new release that will be included in Microsoft's gaming subscription directly on release. Microsoft has announced the games that will be added to the Xbox Game Pass by...

Three new games for the Xbox Game Pass, including a brand new title

Microsoft plans to increase its capital expenditures. Much of this increased spending will go toward GPUs. Nvidia continues to dominate the GPU market and should be the biggest beneficiary of Microsoft's increased capex. Microsoft is likely to send more money Nvidia's way in the coming quarters. Many investors were probably...

Why Microsoft Just Delivered Good News for Nvidia

Confusion persists over Sony’s PS Stars points system nearly two years after launch, with a number of players still struggling to figure out how to benefit from the loyalty program. I frequent a lot of gaming forums, particularly the dedicated PS Stars subreddit, and continue to be surprised by how confusing the program can be for those who don’t frequent online gaming communities.

Don’t Redeem PS Stars Points Against PS Store Rewards

The first-gen Nintendo Switch launched in 2017, and even though it's still getting new games, the hardware started to show its age long ago. Its successor is expected to come with much more capable hardware, and Matthew Cassells of Alderon Games has shared some insights about it. In the latest...

Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly perform as well as Steam Deck, but its software may hold it back

Amazon US is currently offering the ROVE R2-4K Dash Cam at its lowest price to date, so check it out while it's still in stock. The R2-4K offers 4K Ultra HD recording with a resolution of up to 2160P, providing enhanced clarity and detail. It features Super Night Vision Technology,...

Limited-time Deal: ROVE R2-4K Dash Cam drops to its new lowest price on Amazon

PlayStation's new Astro Bot controller didn't last long at all.

New PS5 Controller Sold Out Instantly and Brought Back PlayStation Direct Queues

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Switch Online subscribers can now get profile icons based on Donkey Kong Country!

Nintendo Switch Online Adds Freebies Based on One of the Best SNES Games Ever

Yes, it’s actually coming soon. Nintendo Switch seemed to have some bad news going in last week, but it seems it’s actually about to reach a historical milestone. As reported last week in even mainstream outlets like CNBC, Nintendo reported drops in net sales and net profit. Revenue dropped to 246.6 billion yen, compared to expectations of 289.61 billion yen. Meanwhile, profit dropped from 80.9 billion yen compared to expectations of 70.73 billion yen.

Nintendo Switch Is About To Become The Best Selling Console In The US

PlateUp, the roguelike co-op cooking game, has received a new update known as Fully Loaded. The update is highlighted by advanced building a new Taco meal. Also included is the ability to make customers take their leftovers home and more. Here’s the full rundown:. New Dish: Tacos. The long-requested...

PlateUp Fully Loaded update out now, patch notes

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Famitsu software sales (7/29/24 – 8/4/24) – Top 30

This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:. 1. [NSW] Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-2025 – 21,392 / 223,619. 2. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe –...

Famitsu software sales (7/29/24 – 8/4/24) – Top 30

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