Nintendo has launched firmware 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch and introduced its recently unveiled “Virtual Game Card” system to its console. Launching ahead of the Switch 2 this summer, Virtual Game Cards are exactly what they sound like: the ability to treat digital games as cards you can share with…
Fans of the Donkey Kong franchise are likely aware of the infamous “DK Rap” from Donkey Kong 64. Conceived as something of a goof to start off DK’s first 3D outing, the theme was written and composed by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope after being implored by designer George Andreas from…
Another day, another rumor about the Switch 2. While we at least know the console is releasing very soon and that Nintendo is gearing up for a pretty big launch, there are still some things about the console that remain uncertain. One such question is whether or not the Nintendo…
There are countless indies in the Switch eShop, but if you want a unique experience, you owe it to yourself to try Just Shapes & Beats. Combining elements of bullet hells with rhythm games and some eye-catching art direction, it’s a treat for the senses and reflexes that’s about to…
Happy five year anniversary to amiibo! To celebrate this momentous occasion, get ready to take a look back at the launch of one of Nintendo’s most popular creations in the video below:
Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo news this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. To help make ingesting all these meaty stories easier than Kirby hopped up on Miracle Fruit, we’ve compiled a…
The new wave of amiibo has arrived! We take a close-up look at Incineroar, Simon Belmont, and Chrom in our latest episode of the Nintendo Wiretap. Have a watch:
It’s been a long time coming but we finally have confirmed release dates for the various products releasing for Shovel Knight’s next major update, that’ll bring the new DLC King of Cards and Showdown into the fold – December 10th, as announced by Yacht Club Games. While the DLC will…
Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo news this side of the Mushroom Kingdom. To help make ingesting all these meaty stories easier than Kirby hopped up on Miracle Fruit, we’ve compiled a…
Update: The Dark Samus and Richter amiibo listings are now LIVE at Best Buy! Dark Samus Richter Hot on the heels of the glorious Terry Bogard Smash Bros. livestream, Nintendo has put out a tweet confirming that amiibo of Dark Samus and Richter will be arriving on January 17th, 2020….
Time to dress up, eat candy, and finally play Luigi’s Mansion 3! In celebration of Luigi Mansion 3’s release, we honor everyone’s favorite Player 2 with a pair of custom amiibo. Learn how I broke the custom countdown speed challenge with Custom Luigi and join me for a little Spook-ulation…
November is finally here, and some pretty awesome games and amiibo are releasing this month. We showcase everything you need to know about the next few weeks in this latest episode of Nintendo Wire’s Release Preview!
Welcome back to the Nintendo WireCast. On today’s episode, we talk about our experience with Ring Fit Adventure, retro collecting, and the state of amiibo! The topics are broken up into two videos below, or you can check out the podcast that brings both subjects together at once. Videos …
Editor’s note: October 26th marks the 19th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, and we’re celebrating the revered title by looking back at two previous episodes of Custom Conquest! In both, TJ Cencula tackles multiple custom amiibo that include characters from MM: Deku, Goron, Zora Link, Fierce Deity…
I finally did it. I’ve been meaning to customize a female Robin since the default version first released, but something held me back. What something, you ask? Don’t worry, half of the episode is dedicated to unpacking that mystery. Oh, and we also discuss how I actually made it… once…
