Split Fiction, the latest co-op multiplayer game by developer Hazelight, launched on March 6th to critical acclaim. Shortly after launch, it was rumored that a movie adaptation was in the works for the game and we’ve now received confirmation on its existence, along with one of the stars as well…
As the “Year of Eevee” celebration continues, more and more merchandise centered around the beloved Evolution Pokémon continues to be revealed. Just last week a brand-new life-size Eevee plush was shown off, but that wasn’t to be all they had in store. A new batch of life-size plushies have been…
In a series of posts over on Twitter, former Capcom composer Masakazu Sugimori has suggested that Ace Attorney would not have become a franchise if it were released in the current gaming industry. As he explains, the initial sales numbers were so low that any modern publisher would have completely…
Lucky Nintendo Wire writer, Splatoon expert and Switch devotee Logan Plant got his hands on the gorgeous neon green and pink Joy-Cons, imported all the way from Japan. While we’re all still (understandably) bummed that these dazzling controllers never made the trek over to the states, we’re at least grateful…
Released in Japan earlier this month, the US is one step closer to the release of the Nintendo x LeSportsac collaboration. Currently on the US LeSportsac site there’s a placeholder page for the series with the option of signing up via email for future updates. Pining away for the…
There are some new items available at the Pokémon Center this week! Whether you’re a plush collector or you’re looking for some new apparel options, there’s something available for everyone. Aloha Evolution Dartrix, Torracat, Brionne and Alolan Persian are the next Pokémon from Alola to receive the plush transformation treatment!…
Over the weekend during San Diego Comic-Con, Mattel set up a large table in the Nintendo Lounge area. Throughout the day, representatives for the Hot Wheels brand were letting attendees have a “let’s-a-go” with their upcoming take on the Mario Kart series, aimed at ages eight and up. Available starting…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Bandai Namco reminisces over the golden age of the arcade, Olimar embarks on yet another voyage for Earth’s garbage, and your many Miis mingle in a quest for friendship. The slow summer of sales continues this week with not much new to report. Wii…
Please understand: This newest edition of the Nintendo Wiretap does not include the video version. The video, however, will return for the Wiretap this week. 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…
Late last week, at a very unusual time, Walmart’s official website opened up pre-orders for the hotly anticipated Super Nintendo Entertainment System – SNES Classic Edition. Within minutes the system was sold out. Now, however, Walmart is sending out emails to the lucky few that secured a pre-order informing them…
Just this morning, Atlus USA dropped a short video for Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond The Myth. Showing off the Dragoon class — a plethora of customization options and an explanation for how this class can wreck your enemies in battle — the video’s end card announced something brand new. Currently…
The Smash Bros. amiibo line has come to a close, with all characters now represented. The last of these, Corrin’s female/Player 2 variant, joined Palutena and Skyward Sword Link as Amazon exclusive figures, and it seems it’s not quite the sendoff the series deserves. Once again, the figure was Prime…
Please understand: Today’s edition of the Nintendo Wiretap does not include the video version. The video, however, will return for the Wiretap on Monday. Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap: Weekend Edition! Each day the team here at Nintendo Wire works tirelessly to bring you the best, most relevant late-breaking Nintendo…
We go hands-on with the Cloud, Corrin and Bayonetta amiibo that were just released this last Friday.
Our very own Matthew Weidner is lucky enough to visit Nintendo NY whenever he likes, and he made it his mission to head there this weekend to check out all of the Splatoon 2 merch exclusive to the store. By the time he arrived yesterday, the event was already nearing…
