As has become tradition now, Monster Hunter Stories 3 will be releasing alongside a trio of new amiibo when it hits store shelves in March of 2026. As with the past two games in the series, players on Nintendo’s platform will be able to collect some figurines that grant in-game…
With Halloween practically around the corner, Nintendo is set to kick off another Splatoon 3 Splatfest that will usher in the holiday in style. Dubbed “Splatoween,” the event kicks off in just a few weeks, and asks the question, “Which would be the best friend?” Your choices? A Zombie, a…
What better way to promote the upcoming release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A than by having two wrestlers dress up as Machamp and Hawlucha? I suppose that’s what Nintendo and Mexican wrestling firm CMLL thought, as yesterday afternoon, the two companies teamed up with a specially themed wrestling match catered to…
Of all the amazing announcements made in today’s Super Mario Bros. 35th anniversary Direct, I think this is the one that blew me away the most. Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit is a Nintendo Switch title that comes with a physical, remote control kart equipped with a camera. The kart…
Later this month Super Mario Bros. will be celebrating its 35th anniversary! To celebrate, Nintendo has put out a special Direct. Check it out below:
Happy Spooky Halloween! Ok, the holiday is still weeks away, but we’ve seen previews of decorations and goodies all focused on the ghoulish and candy-filled holiday. In fact, last week we saw Japan’s Pokémon Center stores reveal this year’s theme and entire merchandise line. Usually we don’t know which pieces…
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…
In today’s edition of “I wish I lived in Japan,” here’s a new Pikachu toy that’s so clever and cute that I just can’t take it. “WHO Are YOU?” is a brand by Sega Toys that offers fluffy hairballs that transform into plush toys when introduced to water, and according…
Super Mario fans looking for some new footwear will want to jump into these new pairs of shoes likely releasing this year. Clothing company Puma is no stranger to video game crossovers. After gearing up Big Boss in Metal Gear Solid V overseas and helping out Sonic the Hedgehog produce…
We’re fast approaching the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. this month, and while the creator of this latest fan project hasn’t confirmed whether or not this is a tribute to the plumber’s huge upcoming milestone, it’s certainly fitting that it uses both bookends of Mario’s legacy so far. Twitter…
Any older Trainers planning to ask that special someone to join them in matrimony soon? Pokémon fans who may be planning an upcoming engagement or marriage can now get their hands on these shiny new Eevee themed engagement and wedding rings from U-Treasures’ latest collaboration with the Pokémon Company. Have…
If you’ve kept up with First 4 Figures’ upcoming The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask PVC replica, you’ll know it’s bringing back the possessed facewear in a big way. Originally set as only available from F4F’s own storefront, today it’s been announced Best Buy will also be carrying the titular…
Hold on to your wallets! PowerA just revealed a slew of new designs for their line of Enhanced Controllers for the Nintendo Switch, as well as a new Animal Crossing themed Switch case! The new controller designs are themed after Mario, Pokémon, Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing. They feature…
Initially planned to be released on Free Comic Book Day followed by a summer convention season filled with cover variants, Udon Entertainment’s Street Fighter #100 is finally here. Part of a modified “Free Comic Book Day” summer series, the fight between Ryu and Chun-Li finally hit comic store shelves on…
It seems like we’ve been reporting on a lot of new merch for Pokémon the past few weeks! From figures to plushies, there’s been a steady stream of new memorabilia for everyone’s favorite pocket monsters. While most of the new merch has been Japan exclusive, it’s finally time for North…
