One of the most hotly debated subjects across the greater video game circles is the simple question of what the greatest video game of all-time is. While the true answer is subjective and open to each individual’s interpretation, another way to tackle the question is to answer what the most…
In the most recent episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi chatted with former Nintendo of America marketing lead Gail Tilden on a variety of topics relating to her time trying to localize different Nintendo products for the West. After discussing the history of Pokémon,…
During the latest episode of the Video Game History Foundation’s podcast, VGHF founder Frank Cifaldi had Nintendo of America’s former marketing lead Gail Tilden on and they discussed some of the trials and tribulations she went through trying to market certain Nintendo properties to Western audiences. Two big topics came…
Thanks to My Nintendo News and Twitter user @kitteclub, we have a first look at Super Mario themed postage stamps. Mario, Luigi, Peach, Toad and Yoshi are featured in the set. The stamps are a mix of standard key art with some mail themed pieces. Toad as a postman? It’s…
One of the things that made Splatoon stand out when it first dropped in 2015 was its map rotation — only two maps were playable at a time for each mode (Ranked or Unranked) for stretches of four hours before another couple were swapped in. Well, the sequel will have…
Welcome to the Community Question Block. Every weekend, we ask the Nintendo Wire community what they think about hot topics in the world of Nintendo. Leave a comment below and we will feature some of the best responses later this evening. Today’s question is: What do you think about retail…
In a recent interview with Edge Magazine (via NeoGAF), ARMS producer Kosuke Yabuki detailed more on the control options available in the game. While it’s intended to be played with motion controls, traditional button methods will be available too. When played traditionally, punches are thrown using the triggers or two…
With the Nintendo Switch in the spotlight, it can be easy for people to forget about Nintendo’s other portable, the 3DS. In an attempt to convince fans that the 3DS still has a little life left, Nintendo has released a roadmap showcasing all of the upcoming games and hardware that…
Most information on Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has been left in obscurity since the initial teaser. While we’ll likely see more at E3 next month, we have gotten a bit of info on the game’s soundtrack, courtesy of composer Yasunori Mitsuda. On his Twitter (as translated by Attack of the Fanboy),…
Alexander Brandon – composer, audio director, voice actor and more – recently posted about his projects for 2017 on his Facebook page. One interesting tidbit was about the fan favorite Nintendo game dev, Retro Studios. “I’m currently working with Retro Studios here in Austin. As much as I’d like to…
In an email sent out to Trainers this morning, the Pokémon GO team announced that the beautiful loading screens used in the game will soon be available for download as phone wallpapers. The images are designed by Miele Hutchins, a member of Niantic’s design team, and each design goes through…
Free Comic Book Day is here once again and publishers around the globe are offering free issues and samplers to get people talking. VIZ Media is also on board, offering several English-translated manga, including a special Legend of Zelda book. Unfortunately, this Zelda special only contains excerpts rather than any…
UPDATE: Nintendo has announced via an update in the Super Mario Run app that players have unlocked the final reward in the Super Mario Run x Mario Kart 8 Deluxe event by completing Toad Rally a whopping 50,434,272 times! Players will be able to download all of the four of…
Shantae’s come a long way from her late Game Boy roots, but the half genie’s popularity shouldn’t come as a surprise. That love extends beyond oceans it seems, as thanks to a tweet by series creator Matt Bozon, WayForward is going to be partnering with Volks Inc. to release a…
Excited to delve deep into some strategy with the upcoming Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia? Well, you can now help lessen the wait if you’re going digital, as pre-loading is now live. If you purchase the game from the 3DS eShop now you can download most of the essential…
