In a new report from Costa Rican outlet Teletica, it has been stated that Nintendo confirmed with distributors across Central America and the Caribbean that it will not be launching the Switch 2 in those regions this year. Nintendo had met with distributors on Tuesday night and unveiled its lack…
Happy birthday Kirby! 33 years ago, Kirby was first created by Masahiro Sakurai, made his first appearance in Kirby’s Dream Land, and nobody could have foreseen his popularity. The pink puffball would go on to headline 30+ games, as well as become one of the original 12 characters of the…
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…
Oh, boy! Here we go again. A few months back, we reported that a listing for a Gold Shovel Knight amiibo appeared at import sites online. No images or official announcements were made, but the posts were there, nonetheless. Fast forward to today, and it appears that GameStop locations in…
Japanese convenience stores help make many things easier, and that includes game shopping. New displays for the eShop (and other platforms) are featuring what might be the most anticipated digital delight in a long time — Banjo & Kazooie. Thanks to @PushDustIn, photos of these displays are available. They don’t…
It’s officially September now, and that means Link’s Awakening is only a few weeks away. It’s not just the game though, as that adorable amiibo is launching same day. Thanks to Nintendo UK, we’ve gotten to see its functionality feature in action. By tapping in, Shadow Link can…
Are you ready for September? Some truly amazing games and new amiibo are releasing this month! We showcase everything you need to know about the next few weeks in this latest episode of Nintendo Wire’s Release Preview!
Later this month Nintendo’s first major hardware revision of the Nintendo Switch will be releasing around the world – the Switch Lite. With a smaller form factor, D-pad, and lack of docking features, amongst other changes, it promises to be a major shake-up that’ll expand the console’s appeal to new…
It looks like Nintendo UK has made quite the mistake on its website, putting up a listing for Challenger Pack 4 that comes with a copyright for the SNK Corporation. SNK is well known for its classic arcade games like King of Fighters, Metal Slug, and Samurai Shodown, as well…
Like clockwork we have a new Pokémon anime season on the way to coincide with the latest new generation of games, but rather than simply send Ash to Galar it seems like we’re getting something a lot more adventurous. As reported by Serebii, the announcement of the new season confirms…
Ready to get spooked solid? Dark Horse has showcased a mold for a new Luigi PVC figure at GameStop Manager Expo, featuring the Lean Mean Green Machine looking frightened beyond rational fear. Details on when you can get this poor anxious plumber are forthcoming, so stay wired for when we…
In news that is sure to not astound or surprise anyone in the slightest, the recently released Pokémon Masters is the top download on iOS in 27 countries, including the US and Japan. This predictably successful number comes in the wake of the game’s launch late on Wednesday. In equally…
The next game from Zero Escape director Kotaro Uchikoshi releases in just a matter of weeks, and Spike Chunsoft has released a new trailer delving into its core investigation mechanics. While on the surface they may seem simple, you’ll soon find yourself diving into dreams to uncover the truth… Be…
The Nintendo Switch Lite hasn’t even hit the shelves, yet new accessories for it are getting revealed nearly every day. This newest product, an official case for the smaller hybrid system, comes directly from Nintendo’s Japan store. What makes the the flip cover case so unique is its ability to…
The Switch is becoming a haven for video game vocal themes, with soundtrack standouts lining up left and right across its library. While we got a lengthier look at the story via Nintendo UK’s Astral Chain launch trailer, the US version has just edged it out in a big way….
