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Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave — Here’s What Comes With Each Edition

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave — Here’s What Comes With Each Edition

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave finally got a release date at today’s Nintendo Direct and is officially up for preorder. Digital editions of the game are available directly through the eShop for $69.99 alongside two physical editions priced at $79.99 (Standard) and $119.99 (Dagdan Collection).

Fortune’s Weave is the first Switch 2 exclusive Fire Emblem game and is the first game in the franchise since 2023’s Fire Emblem Engage. It’s set to release later this year on September 17, 2026.

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave – Standard Edition

September 17, 2026

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (Physical)

The digital edition of Fortune’s Weave costs $10 less than the physical edition. The main benefit of the digital edition preorder is that Nintendo allows you to pre-download the game and play it as soon as it releases. So if you’re just excited to play the game and not collect an actual cartridge for your collection, that’s the way to go.

Walmart briefly had the physical edition available to preorder for a discount, but it has since gone out of stock there.

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Dagdan Collection

Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Dagdan Collection

In addition to the standard edition, there’s also a collector’s edition up for preorder. It’s already sold out at the Nintendo eShop, but it’s also available at Best Buy. You can expect this version of the game to sell out quickly. You’ll already need to join a queue when you try to purchase here.

What comes with this edition

Nintendo revealed the contents of the Dagdan Collection during its June 2026 direct livestream.

  • Art Cards
  • The Land of Dagdan Map
  • Art Book
  • Steelbook
  • The Game

What’s Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave About?

The latest trailer for Fortunes Weave gave us the most detailed look at the game yet. Like its predecessors, it’s a tactical RPG that features a variety of distinct storylines. The story itself focuses on different protagonists as they compete in the Heroic Games, which has some serious Roman coliseum vibes. You get to pick one of four protagonists with different backgrounds and motivations, each of which has a unique story to play through. You can learn more about each protagonist directly from Nintendo’s product page by scrolling down a bit.

The trailer also gave us our first look at the game’s free time structure, which allows you to level up your skills and recruit units to your team.

Jacob Kienlen is a Senior Audience Development Strategist and Writer for IGN. Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, he has considered the Northwest his home for his entire life. With a bachelor’s degree in communication and 10 years of professional writing experience, his expertise is spread across a variety of different pop culture topics — from TV series to books and the latest Pok??mon games.

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Valheim Finally Has A 1.0 Release Date

Valheim Finally Has A 1.0 Release Date

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Monster Hunter Wilds Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2

Monster Hunter Wilds Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2

Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for Nintendo Switch 2.

The publisher behind the popular action-RPG promised a new version of its 2025 installment just hours after Summer Game Fest 2026 came to a close yesterday. It’s the kind of announcement most players would have expected to see show up at a bigger summer showcase, or maybe even a Nintendo Direct, but instead, Capcom made its announcement with a simple two-sentence post on X/Twitter.

“Monster Hunter Wilds is currently in development for Nintendo Switch 2!” Capcom said. “We’ll have more info to share, including the release date, in the future.”

Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for Nintendo Switch 2. Image courtesy of Capcom.

Monster Hunter Wilds skipped out on Switch when it launched for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X | S in February 2025. It made sense considering that release date fell so late into the life cycle of the Nintendo’s original hybrid device but months before its sequel. Still, Nintendo consoles have been home to many Monster Hunter entries in the past, leaving fans to hope for a port for the last year.

While a release date for Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2 has yet to be revealed, it looks that wait will soon come to an end. It’s unclear how this new version will differ from experiences currently offered on other platforms.

Capcom’s announcement arrived just after it took to Summer Game Fest 2026 to reveal Monster Hunter Wilds’ latest expansion, Ascendance. A trailer for the new content (below) teased a new land and abilities to explore when it launches for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X | S at some point in 2027.

IGN gave Monster Hunter Wilds an 8/10 review upon its launch early last year. For more on everything announced at last night’s show, you can click here.

Michael Cripe is a freelance writer with IGN. He’s best known for his work at sites like The Pitch, The Escapist, and OnlySP. Be sure to give him a follow on Bluesky (@mikecripe.bsky.social) and Twitter (@MikeCripe).

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Today, June 5, is the first anniversary of the Switch 2, Nintendo’s successor to its best-selling console ever. The hybrid handheld has seen its share of highs and lows since launch, and it still feels like it hasn’t fully found its groove. Many people believe that the best is yet to come…
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LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Gets Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Gets Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date

We finally have a release date for LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight on Nintendo Switch 2. The game will come to the Nintendo platform on September 18th, and you can pre-order it right now. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will have a standard edition (USD $69.99) and a deluxe edition (USD $89.99), the latter of which will give players extra digital content. Unlike the deluxe edition on the Xbox, PS5, and PC release, this won’t include any kind of early access, so there’s no need to shell out extra dollars to play the game sooner on Switch 2.

The deluxe edition will include the Legacy Collection DLC which includes new suits, vehicles, and Batcave items inspired by classic Batman media like the Arkham games and Batman Beyond. It will also give you access to the Mayhem Collection DLC, which will also be released on September 18th. In addition to more cosmetics, the pack will add Joker and Harley Quinn as playable characters, as well as a new story mission. Those who pre-order the physical edition of the Switch 2 version of the game will also get a LEGO Retro Video Game Batman minifigure.

The confirmation that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is still coming to Switch 2 is a bit of a relief. Borderlands 4 was also supposed to have a Switch 2 port, but development on it was “paused” right around the time it was going to be released. The situation raised some eyebrows, but also created concerns for other games.

When it was confirmed that LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight wouldn’t release day and date on Switch 2, some feared history would repeat itself and it would become indefinitely delayed. Thankfully, that’s not the case. However, it is a bit unfortunately timed, as the game will be joining a flood of releases all hitting in September to get out of GTA 6’s path.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight was one of the biggest releases in May. It was one of the most anticipated games of the spring and has been showered in praise since launch. We gave the game an 8/10 in our review, noting that the game is “a lovingly made, often hilarious take on both Batman’s movie and video game history alike.”

As of right now, it remains unclear if there are any more plans for additional LEGO Batman games. Prior to this, the last LEGO Batman game was LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, which was released in 2014. There was also a spin-off known as LEGO DC Super-Villains in 2018, but it had been over a decade since the Caped Crusader took center stage in a LEGO game.

Cade Onder is a freelancer for IGN’s news team. He covers all things entertainment, including gaming, film, and more. You can find him on Twitter @Cade_Onder.

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Get a 5-Pack of 60W USB Type-C Cables for $7.50 (Averages Out to a Mere $1.50 Per Cable)

Get a 5-Pack of 60W USB Type-C Cables for $7.50 (Averages Out to a Mere $1.50 Per Cable)

USB Type-C has become the standard for charging and data cables alike, so it’s good to have extra on hand. Amazon is offering a two-pack of Lisen 6.6ft 240W USB Type-C cables for just $5.60 after you apply coupon code “G5IQ2CDB“. That averages out to $2.80 per cable. USB-C cables typically go for about $10 each at your local big box store. Use these to charge or sync any device with a USB-C port, including your Nintendo Switch 2, iPhone 16, or even a laptop.

2-Pack of Lisen 6.6ft 240W USB Type-C Cables for $5.60

2-Pack Lisen 6.6ft 240W USB Type-C Cables

$11.99 save 53%

$5.60 at Amazon

Keep your cable collection simple. These cables measure 6.6 feet in length, which is a great general purpose length: long enough to still be able to use your device while the cable is plugged in, but not so long as to be an unnecessary nuisance. These cables are also rated for up to 240W of power delivery, which means they can be used to charge even high powered electronics like your laptop. They’re encased in a braided nylon sheath for extra durability and aeshetics. Lisen claims that they’ve been lab tested for up to 40,000+ bends and 175lb tensile pulls, “equivalent to a decade of daily extreme use”. These cables have 5,000 ratings on Amazon with an average 4.6 star rating.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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Nintendo’s New ‘Choose Your Game’ Switch 2 Bundle Is Now Available

Nintendo’s New ‘Choose Your Game’ Switch 2 Bundle Is Now Available

If you haven’t picked up a Nintendo Switch 2 yet, it might be time to do so. The reason is twofold. One is the impending price increase that will raise the price from $449.99 to $499.99 in the US starting September 1. The other is because Nintendo just released a bundle that gets you a Switch 2 console, plus your choice between three Switch 2-exclusive games, all for $499.99, saving you up to $30 off buying them separately (see it at Amazon). This is the best deal we’re likely to see between now and the price hike, so grab it if you want it.

Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle

Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle

Games to choose from are Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Pokémon Pokopia.

The game you get is a digital download, and you can choose between Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Pokémon Pokopia. Click a title to read our review, but no game scored below an 8/10, so they’re all worth picking up. You just get to choose which one you want to play first. If you want the best bang for your buck, go with Mario Kart World, as that game (in)famously retails for $79.99, while the other two are $69.99.

I got a Switch 2 at launch, and I’m incredibly happy with the purchase. The 7.9-inch display looks enormous compared to the original Switch. The colors are so vibrant, I don’t miss my old Switch OLED at all, even though the Switch 2 has an LCD display. I don’t know what technical wizardry Nintendo used to pull that off, but I’m glad it worked.

Switch 2 Accessories

Honestly, I haven’t used most of the Switch 2’s unique upgrades over its predecessor, like GameChat or the Joy-Con 2’s mouse mode. But the power improvements are instantly obvious, because the games look and run great.

This is also the first Nintendo system in ages that can play many third-party games in their original state, without significant downgrades. I’m talking games like Cyberpunk 2077, Star Wars Outlaws, and Resident Evil Requiem. Plus it can play all first-party Nintendo games going forward for years to come, which is the main reason to buy the system in the first place. Check out our Switch 2 review for more info.

So if you’re planning to get a Switch 2 in the coming years, I would absolutely buy this bundle, and I’d buy it before the price goes up on September 1. There’s no guarantee that Nintendo won’t follow what both Sony and Microsoft have done and implement a second increase, later on. We live in weird, bad times. Get your Switch 2 while it’s relatively inexpensive.

And while you’re at it, pick up whatever Switch 2 accessories you’ll want as well.

Chris Reed is a commerce editor and deals expert for IGN. He also runs IGN’s board game and LEGO coverage. You can follow him on Bluesky.

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This Iniu 20,000 Power Bank Quadruples Your Nintendo Switch 2 Play Time For Less Than $20

This Iniu 20,000 Power Bank Quadruples Your Nintendo Switch 2 Play Time For Less Than $20

With the prices on imported goods continuing to rise, I don’t see as many 20,000mAh power banks under $25 anymore. Fortunately, Amazon’s Memorial Day Sale does drop the price on one such battery. For a limited time, you can pick up the Iniu 20,000mAh 22.5W Power Bank for just $19.79 after an automatic 40% coupon is applied during checkout. Better yet, you don’t need to be an Amazon Prime member to get in on the discount.

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Iniu 20,000mAh 22.5W Power Bank

This Iniu power bank boasts a generous 20,000mAh, or 74Whr battery capacity. If you factor in 80% power efficiency, here are the approximate number of times you can fully recharge each gaming handheld:

  • Nintendo Switch (16Whr) about 3.7 times
  • Nintendo Switch 2 (19Whr) about 3.1 times
  • Steam Deck (40Whr) about 1.5 times
  • Apple iPhone 17 (14.3Whr) about 4.1 times
  • Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (19.8Whr) about 3 times

The Iniu power bank has three total ports: two USB Type-C and one USB Type-A. The 22.5W power output from the USB Type-C port is enough to charge the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 at their maximum rate, which means you can play and charge simultaneously. The included cable is a popular feature on newer power banks because you no longer have to bring along your own USB Type-C cable.

Eric Song is the IGN commerce manager in charge of finding the best gaming and tech deals every day. When Eric isn’t hunting for deals for other people at work, he’s hunting for deals for himself during his free time.

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