Nintendo has launched firmware 20.0.0 for the Nintendo Switch and introduced its recently unveiled “Virtual Game Card” system to its console. Launching ahead of the Switch 2 this summer, Virtual Game Cards are exactly what they sound like: the ability to treat digital games as cards you can share with…
Fans of the Donkey Kong franchise are likely aware of the infamous “DK Rap” from Donkey Kong 64. Conceived as something of a goof to start off DK’s first 3D outing, the theme was written and composed by legendary composer Grant Kirkhope after being implored by designer George Andreas from…
Another day, another rumor about the Switch 2. While we at least know the console is releasing very soon and that Nintendo is gearing up for a pretty big launch, there are still some things about the console that remain uncertain. One such question is whether or not the Nintendo…
After a delay into 2020, Shantae and the Seven Sirens at last has a release date — as well as the promise of both standard and collector’s physical editions from Limited Run Games. According to developer WayForward, Shantae and the Seven Sirens will be released in full on May 28th,…
You may have missed it during yesterday’s Nintendo Direct Mini due to it only appearing during a short montage, but Trails of Cold Steel III finally has a Switch release date – June 30th. Technically the eighth game in a long running series, more on that in our “wgere to…
Welcome back to the Nintendo WireCast. On today’s episode, Hero TJ and Amiibo Jason discuss living that Island Life in Animal Crossing: New Horizons!
The springy, keep-you-on-your-toes fighting game ARMS has been featured in the spotlight today. Trading one boxing ring for another, we’ll see an ARMS fighter appear in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! As for who is securing that first spot in Smash’s 2nd round of DLC fighters, we’ll have to wait until…
Nintendo has revealed Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order’s latest, and presumably final, DLC pack, titled ‘Fantastic Four – Shadow of Doom’. To coincide with the release, the Fantastic Four-based DLC also received a launch trailer: The update brings with it an all-new Fantastic Four campaign mission,…
‘Who’s that Pokémon’ just became a tad more complicated in China. In an unprecedented move, The Pokémon Company is changing the name of three Pokémon for Chinese fans. Announced earlier this week on Weibo (China’s regulated version of Twitter), the official Pokémon Company account shared the name changes in a…
Just like the Nintendo Direct Mini it came from, Good Job! came out of nowhere from the Big N itself. Adopting a simple visual style and an office theme, it’s all about finding solutions to common problems in uncommon and often amusing ways. See for yourself: There’s definitely…
Nintendo has revealed new information and footage regarding the upcoming Expansion Pass DLC for Pokémon Sword and Shield as part of this morning’s surprise Nintendo Direct Mini. Owners of the Isle of Armor DLC will be able to train at a dojo on the Isle of Armor and…
Nestled into the Nintendo Direct Mini was a reveal from Bandai Namco Games for the latest in one of their arcade staples — though it might be a little familiar for longtime or import fans. Originally released on the GameCube in 2002 exclusively in Japan, the Switch and the rest…
Alongside the HD remasters, DLC plans, and sequels, was something a little more classic in the Nintendo Direct Mini. Bringing together plenty of tabletop staples and more, Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics, which is continuing a brand started on the DS in 2005, looks to make sure no matter where…
Nintendo Switch fitness game Ring Fit Adventure has received a free update adding in several new features, including a Rhythm Game mode. The announcement was made during this morning’s surprise Nintendo Direct Mini, which showed off the game’s new Rhythm Game mode. 17 tracks are in the mode, including some…
Though some are still waiting for Blathers to open the Museum and others haven’t even headed out on their Nook Island Getaway, the first event for Animal Crossing: New Horizons is almost here! As previously announced, Bunny Day festivities begin April 1st and in today’s Nintendo Direct Mini we got…
