Friendly Facade

European consumers considering a Switch 2 purchase can look forward to a revised version of the hybrid console, as Nintendo has announced a region-specific change to the device. The new model will have a removable battery, so that it complies with the EU Batteries Legislation, which was passed back in 2023 by the European Union. That specific set of regulations will come into full effect on February 18, 2027 (via VGC), and Nintendo has announced that it will comply with it. According to the legislation, consumer products with built-in batteries are legally required to make them removable and r

Before I go hands-on with a handful of Apple Arcade games that are getting a month-long infusion of Bluey, those in attendance at this showcase are given a brief introduction by a representative for the company. In it, they talk about how the service is fantastic for children, as every game that’s included in the subscription is devoid of ads and in-app purchases. Behind the rep is a mural of all the different child-friendly characters currently featured across the hundreds of titles available to play such as Sonic the Hedgehog and SpongeBob SquarePantsAs I make my way from station to station,