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…
If you’ve got some extra Platinum Points laying around over at My Nintendo, you’ve got two fun options to spend ’em on. This matching clothing set consists of a cap and a jacket themed to the logo of Giovanni, Beppe, and Carlo’s camper customization business, OK Motors. Pretty great, right?…
UPDATE: The update with the Splat Brella — which is officially called the Sorella Brella — is available in Splatoon 2 today! The Sorella Brella is available in #Splatoon2 today! This polka-dotted wonder comes with Autobombs and a Splat-Bomb Launcher, making it perfect for aggressive players who want to…
One of the weirdest musical instruments will be getting a very fitting Kirby make-over this May in Japan. The design firm behind the Otamatone confirmed the new product via its website and Twitter page, and the official Kirby Twitter account has even pointed it out! Those of you in…
To say the Nintendo Switch is doing well is something of an understatement. Ever since it’s launch just over a year ago, the system has broke records left and right, and now, thanks to the latest figures from Famitsu, another Japanese milestone has been breached. As pointed out by the…
San-Ei Co., the same company behind the Cappy plushies that captured our hearts last year, is tweeting away about future releases. The Super Mario Odyssey plush line is growing! Sorry Bowser, there’s no room here for you in this wedding (or box.) Wanting plush versions of Mario and Peach…
The Fire Emblem Awakening DLC pack, as well as version 1.5.0, are now available to download for both Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo Switch versions of Fire Emblem Warriors. The Awakening DLC pack adds characters Owain, Tharja, and Olivia, as well as new History Mode maps, costumes, and more. The full…
For any of you completionists out there, I’d suggest booting up your Super Mario Odyssey file and racking up those coins again. Seemingly out of the blue, the game has just been updated to include two entirely new costumes that had previously been leaked (two suits and two helmets, a…
Welcome to Smash, Switch, Speculation! Each week we take a look at the biggest questions in the world of Super Smash Bros. Switch and discuss what we expect to see when the newest iteration lands on the console later this year. Today, we ask the question: Should Waluigi be in…
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…
Get ready to head down a rabbit hole of pastels and playing cards, because Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is bringing some more springtime cheer with a literary twist. The collection of Alice in Wonderland-esque tea party furniture and decor speaks for itself, with plenty for fans of Cute and Hip…
Technology is always evolving in increments, but sometimes those little improvements can have severe side effects. Case in point — after the Switch’s latest v5.0.0 firmware update, there are several reports from consumers that their third-party docks (such as from Nyko) have bricked their consoles, rendering them unusable. How is…
The last few fighting games from Arc System Works have featured surprisingly quirky lobbies for players to hang-out in between bouts. The upcoming BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is no exception, but it looks like it’ll be taking a page out of Dragon Ball FighterZ book in particular, with chibi-fied 3D…
