In the long history of gaming, the exploration of different genres has been one of the key ways that franchises have evolved. One of the earliest genres to take hold was the beloved RPG format, with turn-based gameplay and a focus on story. With how long this formula has existed,…
I’ve made no secret of my fondness for Bandai Namco’s Tales of series. Like many Nintendo fans of the time, that came courtesy of the Gamecube’s Tales of Symphonia. Its cast of characters, subversive story, and active combat system endeared the franchise to fans in the West for the first…
There are more rumors surrounding the Switch 2 than any other console I can remember in recent memory. People are dying to know what Nintendo has planned for the successor to its most successful gaming device ever. In the first few weeks of 2025, we’ve heard so many claims about…
Even the greatest have their off days, and the world of esports is no exception. Top ranked Super Smash Bros. for Wii U player ZeRo has bowed out of the 2GGC Civil War tournament at 49th, his lowest ranking in history — not just in Smash 4, but throughout his…
Feel like you’ve explored every last nook and cranny in Hyrule? You’ve beaten the main story, you’ve conquered every last shrine, and you’ve tamed the horse of your dreams! What’s next? Lucky for you there are 900 Koroks that need finding, and doing so nets you one heck of a reward….
Atlus just held an event in Japan sharing news on upcoming titles. On top of trailers for Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology and Etrian Mystery Dungeon 2, the developer also gave the latest updates on one of its longest running franchises – Shin Megami Tensei. First up, Japan will be getting…
Like dungeon crawlers, crossovers, and party customization? Atlus and Spike Chunsoft have you covered with a surprise announcement of Etrian Mystery Dungeon 2 for 3DS. Coming to Japan this August, the original title was available in America back in 2015 just a month after its Japanese launch. Here’s hoping for…
The past few weeks have featured a drip-feed of news regarding the upcoming 3DS port of the beloved DS RPG Radiant Historia, subtitled Perfect Chronology. Now, after seeing the game in several screenshot stills, we finally have some footage of it in action. Give it a watch: You can easily…
Earlier this month Nintendo released their latest home console – the Nintendo Switch. Now all eyes are on the company to deliver the goods this June at E3. Early adopters are wondering what kind of games and software they will be getting in the latter half of 2017, while those…
Breath of the Wild has been out for three weeks now, but that’s not stopping eagle-eyed fans from discovering new secrets. One of these amazing discoveries comes at the very beginning of the game and features a Triforce hidden in plain sight. Dorkly editor and Zelda fanatic Tristan Cooper made…
If you own a Nintendo Switch, chances are you’ve gotten your hands on the Splatoon 2 Global Testfire. Fans of the original Splatoon might remember minigames that were playable on the GamePad as a new match loaded. Now that the GamePad is gone, the developers added in another little Easter…
The Nintendo Minute team went hands-on with the upcoming Switch title SteamWorld Dig 2 and had the opportunity to talk with the team at Image & Form about the development process. You can check out the full interview below. Not only does the interview dive into the upcoming title, but…
Nintendo of America wouldn’t be the same without Reggie. He kicks ass, takes names, and has found a place in the hearts of Nintendo fans everywhere. In honor of the legend’s 56th birthday, let’s take a trip down memory lane and look at some of his most memorable appearances over…
When Splatoon first rolled into town, I was captivated by its fresh gameplay, colorful aesthetic and compelling world. Unfortunately, the scourge known as “bad college internet” stopped me from ascending far on the multiplayer ladder, and I missed quite a bit of action — which is why I’m excited for…
Welcome to the Daily 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…
