Downloadable games were big at this year's E3, but they're nothing new. Here's a the history of downloadable games--and what to expect in next-generation consoles. Josh Lowensohn joined CNET in 2006 ...

Nintendo announced a Nintendo Direct livestream to close out the week, after weeks of rumors and leaks suggesting there would be one. The good news is that there's a big, 60-minute Nintendo Direct on ...

A Nintendo Direct will be held in June, but it'll focus primarily on new Switch games instead of the newly announced Switch successor. Earlier today, Nintendo dropped some of the biggest news of the ...

It’s time for the first Switch 2 partner Direct post-console launch. It’s time for the first Switch 2 partner Direct post-console launch. is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and ...

You might have to wait a bit to see what's next for Link and Zelda. Credit: Nintendo There's a huge Nintendo Direct coming up on Friday morning, but it might be beneficial to lower your expectations ...

As promised, Nintendo dropped its first Direct presentation of the year on Thursday afternoon, delivering a fitting farewell to the beloved Switch. After eight successful years, the console is making ...

Microsoft has officially announced its next big gaming news event. An Xbox Games Showcase has been announced for June 8, where the publisher will provide updates on a slew of upcoming games from first ...

Nintendo is cutting out the middle man (us). In Thursday's Nintendo Direct presentation, the company announced its new smartphone app, Nintendo Today!, that will provide daily updates on games, ...

The April 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct announced dozens of games for the console, loads of features and specs, and it could feel almost overwhelming at times. Despite that, it wasn't even everything ...