Gaming
SNES Classic solves NES Classic’s two biggest flaws
Nintendo decided to wait till after E3 2017 to announce the arrival of its new console, the SNES Classic. If you’re familiar with its predecessor, the NES Classic, from our unboxing and hands-on video, you’d know what to expect, but there are also issues that the successor manages to address.
Arriving on September 29 with a $80 price tag and 21 pre-installed games (more on those later), the SNES Classic is already set for another round of record-setting sales, but that’s only if Nintendo manages expectations. Looking back, what hampered the NES Classic’s numbers was the limited availability.
Launched before last year’s holiday season, the NES Classic experienced shortages before December even rolled in. Nintendo met a lot of backlash for not anticipating the high demand, but didn’t do much in rectifying the situation and instead halted production completely last April to make way for more Switch and 3DS units.
Nintendo promises more SNES Classic boxes in stores this year, but the catch is there’s no guarantee we’ll still see this model in 2018, according to a report by Kotaku. With only three full months of availability from the end of September to end of December, consumers will have to be quick before stocks run dry.
The other limitation the SNES Classic addresses is the comically short cables of the NES Classic’s controllers. Nintendo is fixing this by making the newer console’s cables two feet longer, resulting in five-foot cables. On top of that, two controllers will be bundled in the package instead of just one (which justifies the added cost over the predecessor), so you can bring a friend over the moment you take home a unit.
Already excited? Wait until you see the list of games:
- Contra III: The Alien Wars
- Donkey Kong Country
- EarthBound
- Final Fantasy III
- F-ZERO
- Kirby Super Star
- Kirby’s Dream Course
- The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
- Mega Man X
- Secret of Mana
- Star Fox
- Star Fox 2
- Street Fighter II Turbo: Hyper Fighting
- Super Castlevania IV
- Super Ghouls ’n Ghosts
- Super Mario Kart
- Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars
- Super Mario World
- Super Metroid
- Super Punch-Out!!
- Yoshi’s Island
Which game are you most excited for? I honestly don’t know which one I’ll start with!
SEE ALSO: Famicom and NES Classic mini unboxing and gameplay
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Gaming
Grand Theft Auto VI delayed to November 2026
Back in September, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally launched, ending an almost seven-year wait. Now, the next holy grail of gaming that’s set to launch is Grand Theft Auto VI. However, the wait is now a tiny bit longer. Rockstar Games has delayed the launch of its upcoming game to November 2026.
It’s been over 12 years since the launch of Grand Theft Auto V. In that time, the title has gone through three generations of the Xbox and the PlayStation. It even has an enhanced edition already. That said, the highly anticipated sixth outing is a long time coming.
In the tail end of 2023, Rockstar Games released the first trailer for the anticipated sequel, teasing a launch in 2025. Further reports pinpointed a fall 2025 window. Since then, the studio delayed the game to May 2026 for extra polishing.
Today, Rockstar Games has announced another delay. This time, Grand Theft Auto VI will launch on November 19, 2026. The studio is once again citing the need to polish the final product a bit more.
Hi everyone,
Grand Theft Auto VI will now release on Thursday, November 19, 2026.
We are sorry for adding additional time to what we realize has been a long wait, but these extra months will allow us to finish the game with the level of polish you have come to expect and… pic.twitter.com/yLX9KIiDzX
— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) November 6, 2025
Besides the game itself, there is a lot riding on its launch. For one, other game developers are notorious for patterning their games’ release windows away from Grand Theft Auto VI (or other major games). They naturally don’t want their games to be the one known for being overshadowed by Rockstar’s surefire hit.
Secondly, publishers are patiently waiting for how much the game will go for. There’s speculation that the title might push the boundaries of videogame pricing. If the game is a hit while going for 90 to 100 bucks, then other publishers might follow suit.
Gaming
The Nintendo Switch is nearing the end of its lifecycle
Nintendo will focus more on the Switch 2 going forward.
It’s the beginning of the end for the Nintendo Switch. After almost nine years of the original console, Nintendo is just about ready to move on to the next generation.
According to a recent earnings report, Nintendo has announced that the company will start focusing on the Switch 2. “Going forward, we will shift our primary development focus to Nintendo Switch 2 and expand our business around this new platform,” the report said.
Since it was launched earlier this year, the Switch 2 exceeded the company’s expectations. The new console has already surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide, making it Nintendo’s fastest-selling console so far. In fact, the company is already worried about shortages in some parts of the world.
As pointed out by the report, 84 percent of current Switch 2 users transitioned from the original console generation. Owners of the first console are transitioning at a uniform rate.
Currently, there is no explicit plan to fully move away from the first generation yet. The issued statement, however, heralds the end. This will likely start off on a subtler note: fewer games coming out and fewer consoles available in the market.
So, there is no pressing need to switch over to the newer console immediately. However, this should be a warning for users that the end is nearing.
For what it’s worth, the Switch 2 offers backwards compatibility. If you have a shapely catalog of games from the first generation, you can still use them on the newer one. Also, there is a growing number of exclusive games that make use of the more powerful hardware, so it’s a worthy upgrade.
SEE ALSO: Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming to the Switch 2
Gaming
Razer, JOOLA partner for limited-edition pickleball paddle
1st-ever crossover between gaming, pickleball
Razer has ventured into the world of pickleball, partnering with JOOLA for a limited-edition JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm paddle.
The paddle will officially be available on December 9. It is co-branded with Razer’s triple-headed snake trademark, as well as signature green accents.
The paddle already made its competitive debut at the 2025 Pickleball World Championships in Dallas. There, it was wielded by Ben Johns, who is widely regarded as the world’s top pickleball pro.
He also happens to spend his free time gaming, making the partnership very apt for him on a personal scale.
This groundbreaking crossover bridges the energy of esports with the fast-growing sport of pickleball. It unites two elite forces in competitive performance: JOOLA for pickleball pros and Razer for the gaming community.
And as part of the launch celebration, fans will have the chance to win a paddle signed by both JOOLA CEO Richard Lee and Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan.
The raffle will be done through a social media giveaway hosted by both JOOLA and Razer.
Game on with the JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm
The JOOLA Razer Perseus Pro IV 16mm is crafted for high-stakes rallies and fast-paced exchanges. Its raw carbon surface enhances spin control and dwell time. This allows players to shape their shots with precision and finesse.
A balanced swing weight also supports quick transitions and reactive play, making it ideal for competitive athletes.
Bringing smart tech to the court, each paddle is also embedded with an NFC chip that connects to the JOOLA Infinity App, unlocking exclusive content, pro tips, and extended warranty.
Only a total of 1,337 units of the limited-edition paddle will be made. The number 1,337 is a nod to gaming culture, where “1337” or “LEET” means short for elite and is used to signify top-tier skill and mastery.
The pickleball paddle will retail officially for US$ 299.95 and will be available exclusively via JOOLA.com.
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