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…
On July 15th, 2017 the next Pokémon movie will hit Japanese theaters. It marks the 20th movie to release in just 21 years, and The Pokémon Company is going all out with promotion. The most recent addition is this new piece of art, capturing Ash, Pikachu and Ho-Oh and bringing…
Couldn’t head to E3 this year? Nintendo Australia has your back, releasing a video that walks through Nintendo’s New Donk City inspired booth. Not only that but a special message from a certain game director makes an appearance… You're invited to join us on a tour of the Nintendo booth…
The very first Xenoblade Chronicles was noteworthy in a number of ways, but one aspect that stood out in comparison to most JRPGs was the decidedly British English voice acting. This was thanks to the game being localized by Nintendo of Europe, as the company’s American division appeared to show…
The era of badge collecting is set to come to an end, as Nintendo of America has announced a death date for the continuous release of new badges for the North American Nintendo Badge Arcade. The news comes via Twitter, through an “important message” from the Arcade Bunny himself. Arcade…
Happy ARMS day everyone! We’re so thrilled to see that the game is finally out there, especially following the tease of the game’s first free DLC this week at E3. To celebrate the launch, Nintendo is releasing ARMS goodies worldwide this weekend, including physical swag at select GameStops! Nintendo LINE…
This week has already been a roller coaster ride for amiibo – a full baker’s dozen (thirteen) was dropped on Tuesday alone. But if you’re still missing out on some of the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild amiibo and/or crossing your fingers for Majora’s Mask Link to be…
Over the course of E3 2017, Nintendo released two demos on the 3DS eShop in North America – Miitopia and Ever Oasis. While the latter popped up on the European eShop yesterday, the former has yet to make an appearance. Thankfully it’s still on the way, though, as confirmed by…
Last month it was announced that no new badges would be heading to the Japanese Badge Arcade. As a result the writing was on the wall for the service in other countries, but it’s coming to an end sooner than most expected, at least in Europe. It turns out the…
Many Sonic fans have been clamoring for one feature to make a return for years – the Chao Garden. A peaceful respite from the fast-paced action found elsewhere, many players had a lot of fun raising up the bulbous headed critters in Sonic Adventure 1 and 2, but the mode…
During the final Treehouse Live stream of E3 2017, Nintendo showed off ARMS one last time before launch and unveiled its early DLC plans. Not only will a spectator mode be added later in June but a new character will make it into the roster this July – Max Brass….
Ever since that infamous rooftop party seen in the Nintendo Switch reveal trailer we’ve been wondering if Super Mario Odyssey will have multiplayer. Today, Nintendo Treehouse finally confirmed it, showing off some brief gameplay of a second player controlling Cappy. You can check it out at the 4:50 mark in…
Make that two demos from E3 this year. Ever Oasis is joining Miitopia on the eShop today, from noon PST. Even though the game is nearly out, you can try this new IP before you buy. Unlike Miitopia, however, save data won’t transfer – the demo is more of a…
