Level-5 apologized for using generative AI in upcoming games like Professor Layton and Yo-Kai Watch after fans spotted AI artifacts in presentation footage. CEO Akihiro Hino defended the practice as experimentation to streamline development, claiming core creative elements remain human-made, but fans remain skeptical and disappointed.
Fans can save up to $20 on The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Switch 2 preorders at Walmart by combining a $10 base discount with promo code SAVE3X for an additional $10 off, though the coupon's availability appears inconsistent. The game launches November 5, 2026, and comes fully on the cartridge without requiring a game key card.
Level-5 has announced a remake of Professor Layton and the Curious Village coming to Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PC, and PlayStation 5 in 2027. The remake features 3D character redesigns, enhanced world immersion, and improved animated cutscenes. This coincides with the franchise's 20th anniversary and precedes the upcoming Professor Layton and the New World of Steam launching in December.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 console and accessories are now available for preorder in the UK through Nintendo's store, Smyths Toys, Amazon, and other retailers. The special edition console costs £434.99 and features Hyrulian-themed designs with green Joy-Cons and a golden Triforce dock. Zelda: Ocarina of Time preorders are also live, with the first print run featuring shiny foil box art.
Nintendo released a free update for Mario Kart World adding 10 classic Super Mario Kart SNES tracks and two new Knockout Tour routes. The update launched September 9, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, featuring retro item panels and new gameplay modes including Spectator Mode.