February 28th, 2017
Hands-On | Pikachu New 3DS XL Unboxing
Happily Candied unboxes the brand new Pikachu Yellow Edition New 3DS XL in our latest unboxing video!
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Ranking the most popular Switch 2 rumors
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…
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Update: Punch-Out’s characters reportedly aren’t to blame for the series’ hiatus
We kicked 2025 off with some sad news for fans of one of Nintendo’s biggest nostalgic properties. According to a ResetEra post by Kinda Funny Games present Imran Khan, the developers over at Next Level Games had reportedly put the Punch-Out series on ice. While the true reason seems to…
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Nintendo Wire’s Game of the Year for 2024 is…
2024 has come and gone and with it, a slew of incredible games. Everything from RPGs, platformers and shooters to fighting, puzzle and simulation games, there was something for everyone. However, before we talk about the good, we do have to acknowledge the unfortunate, which are the continuing layoffs in…
February 28th, 2017
Here’s what Switch Joy-Cons look like dissected
Categories: Switch
Are you someone who enjoys checking out the inner workings of electronics? Are you a Nintendo fan? If you answered yes to both of those questions, you’re in luck: @linknees on Twitter was kind enough to open up the two neon Switch Joy-Cons and share photos of how they appear…
February 28th, 2017
A new trailer for Super Bomberman R is here
With only days before the launch of the Nintendo Switch, we’re now treated to another trailer for the upcoming launch title, Super Bomberman R. Not only do we get new footage of the classic multiplayer experience, but we also get a good look at the story mode as well. Check…
February 28th, 2017
This week’s issue of Famitsu features new art celebrating Breath of the Wild
Now we’re finally in the week of the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s release, fans in Japan will be able to pick up an issue of Famitsu soon containing a lot of content focusing on what may be Nintendo’s biggest game yet. Via the magazine’s official Twitter page,…
February 28th, 2017
Japanese Bomberman TV episode gives a look at some new Super Bomberman R gameplay
Konami’s Japanese YouTube has uploaded what looks to be the start of a new series for their upcoming Switch launch game, Super Bomberman R. The new game in the frantically explosive franchise is one I’m excited to get my own hands on, but for now I can enjoy the first…
February 28th, 2017
First Fire Emblem Heroes mobile calendars now revealed, feature Ike and Lyn
The results of the Fire Emblem Heroes “Choose your Legend” poll may have been revealed weeks ago, but we’re still waiting for the special versions of winners Ike, Lyn, Roy, and Lucina to make their way to the mobile game. While they may take a while yet, the top ten…
February 27th, 2017
Usain Bolt stars in latest Japanese Pokémon Sun & Moon commercials
Categories: 3DS
Move over, Guzma: Team Skull just got a brand new leader for its gang of Hot Topic clad misfits. Olympic gold medalist and lightning fast sprinter Usain Bolt headlines a new series of promotional videos for Pokémon Sun & Moon in Japan. As if Pikachu’s 10,000,000 Volt Z-Move needed to…
February 27th, 2017
Rhythm game VOEZ localization confirmed for the Switch
Circle Entertainment confirmed via Twitter that smartphone ported rhythm game VOEZ will be making its way West for the Switch after all. This is our first Switch game, and more titles on Nintendo platforms will comes in this year!? pic.twitter.com/Oz9V8jcaCy — CIRCLE Ent. (@CIRCLE_Ent) February 27, 2017 Serving…
February 27th, 2017
Celebrate Pokémon Day by taking a trip down memory lane
Happy Pokémon Day! To celebrate, everyone here with the Nintendo Wire team wants to share some of their favorite Pokémon stories and pieces of news from the past year. Check them out below– and have fantastic Pokémon Day. Pika Pika! Pokémon Sun & Moon confirmed Nostalgia’s the best, isn’t it?…
February 27th, 2017
Nindies Showcase event kicks off tomorrow at 9 a.m. PST
With only a few days before the Nintendo Switch releases, Nintendo of America is taking the hype train out of the station for one more ride Tuesday morning for a Nindies Showcase livestream! While it’s currently unknown when games or developers will be featured during the event, it’s sure to…
February 27th, 2017
Badge Arcade News: 2/27/17
Categories: 3DS
More Splatoon badges ink their way into the Badge Arcade today, as well as a couple Twilight Princess and Tri Force Heroes catchers. In anticipation of the Nintendo Switch release, returning badges in the Mario Kart 8, Splatoon, Super Mario and Legend of Zelda series are stopping by the Arcade…
February 27th, 2017
Switch game VOEZ to be first portable mode-only game
One of the key features of the Nintendo Switch is the ability to seamlessly swap between playing games on either your portable or television screens. Today, however, we learned that doesn’t necessarily mean all Switch titles need adhere to this standard, courtesy of the fledgling console’s very first off TV-only…
