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…
Last week, to close out the third quarter of the on-going Fiscal Year, Nintendo held a meeting with investors where it outlined its plans. We covered most of the essentials in our article from the day, but now Nintendo has released official translations of the presentation and Q&A materials. What…
Koei Tecmo’s Switch support will only continue as we head into 2019, with the latest game announcement being Atelier Lulua: The Scion of Arland, the latest entry in the long-running alchemical JRPG franchise. Lulua is a return to the “Arland” subseries, which recently saw its first trilogy get ported to…
Welcome to the Nintendo 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…
We’re right on the cusp of the next wave of video game movie adaptations, with some inspiring hope more than others. Detective Pikachu will debut in just a few months, while Sonic the Hedgehog will similarly mesh live action and CGI together in November. On top of that we also…
The ’90s were filled with role playing games on all fronts. While console gamers were typically enjoying the latest grand adventures from Japan, those with personal computers were diving deep into the traditional western Dungeons & Dragons fantasy worlds of Baldur’s Gate, Neverwinter Nights, and more. Earlier today, Beamdog and…
The two faces of Splatoon 2 are no strangers to merch at this point, and it looks like there are some new items that a lot of fans might want to add to their collections soon. Based off of their soft pastel look from last year’s Sanrio Splatfest series, these…
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is introducing a small new activity called ‘My Sweetest Friend’ for all of us campers who have been looking for a way to show appreciation for our favorite animals. When you sign into the game today, you’ll find that it’s giving you the opportunity to gift…
Following the Pokémon Center’s recent Charizard Fury collection is a fresh and breezy new series of products. The Moonlight Masquerade collection contrasts the previous products’ warm glow during this cold season by celebrating the hope of spring through Gardevoir. The Pyschic- and Fairy-type Pokémon is displayed in a variety of…
If you’re looking for an amazing multiplayer game, you should put the upcoming indie title Killer Queen Black on your radar. A new trailer released on the Nintendo of America Twitter gives a simple breakdown of how crazy the action can get. Hop on the snail, hoard berries, or…
During the holiday shopping season last year, we saw a variety of Switch bundles. Themed after Pokémon, Super Smash Bros., Diablo III, Fortnite, and more, there were plenty of options to choose from. On top of that, retailers were offering various incentives in the form of store and eShop gift…
Nintendo of Japan has just released a new trailer showcasing the amiibo support in the upcoming 3DS title, Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn. Kirby, King Dedede, Waddle Dee, and Meta Knight amiibo all unlock special hats that Kirby can wear throughout his adventure. Each hat unlocks an exclusive ability as well….
We’re only about a month away before Kirby makes his latest (and possibly final) appearance on the Nintendo 3DS in Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn. To celebrate, Nintendo Japan has launched a webpage with new assets and details for the game. A demo is also available on both the Japanese and…
