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…
I’ve put a lot of time into card and board games throughout my life. They thrive on the elements of skill and luck, giving an edge to those willing to prepare for the former and brave enough to tempt the latter. They aren’t always perfect and the balance can easily…
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…
The Sonic the Hedgehog Twitter account revealed a new song for Sonic Forces today. Sunset Heights, the area we’ve seen the most in gameplay demos, now has a theme to go with it. The new song combines electric guitar, piano and synthesizers to make up an exciting tune to race…
Happy fall, everyone! We’re almost done with the first week of October and the Splatoon 2 news keeps rollin’ in. Let’s see what’s going on this month! WEAPON: BAMBOOZLER 14 MK I Can’t hold a charge? Don’t feel down about it, as the Bamboozler 14 Mk I certainly makes up…
I first spent time with Oxenfree last year on PS4. It was one of those purchases that just kind of happened while browsing the PlayStation Store, looking for any cheap games that looked appealing. I had known next to nothing about Oxenfree before downloading it back then, and what followed…
Check your tickets, because today’s the day you should be flying back into the Beanbean Kingdom to relive one of the Mario Bros.’ finest. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions is out on 3DS and Nintendo UK’s uploaded a trailer to show off the differences between 2003’s experience…
This time of the year brings out the spooky in just about every aspect of life, and Splatfest is no exception. Announced today through Nintendo’s Versus Twitter account, all you squid kids will soon have the option to sink your teeth into your enemies with Team Vampire or let your…
Alongside Nintendo’s launch of the complete Super Mario Odyssey page comes its all new Fire Emblem Warriors website, right in time for the game’s October 20th release on the Switch and 3DS. Upon entering the site, you’ll find yourself face to face with a full page of Marth and a…
Indie developers have always had a soft spot for the 8 and 16-bit generations of consoles, with many downloadable hits from the last decade emulating the era’s pixelated style. Very few have attempted to mimic the next generation of consoles though, leaving those of us with a love ofor chunky…
Earlier this year Archie ended its 24 year relationship with Sega and cancelled its long-running Sonic comic. A few days later, a new partnership was confirmed, this time with the publishing behemoth that is IDW. At New York Comic Con the company is sharing the first tidbits of info regarding…
UPDATE: An English version of the overview trailer has been uploaded which you can check out below. Nintendo of Japan’s uploaded a new Super Mario Odyssey trailer, showing off Mario’s world tour in the leadup to its release. No new info is shared here, with the trailer being similar to…
Seven months into the release of the Nintendo Switch and stock for the system has been all over the place. It’s getting more reliable in North America, but there are still areas in the world where getting your hands on the console is tricky. Japan’s demand for the system keeps…
