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…
The final day of Nintendo’s Treehouse @ E3 2017 is here! This time around we know nothing about what will be shown off, with the tournaments out of the way and many of the announced games already spotlighted. In terms of uncovered games so far there’s Kirby 2018, Pokémon Ultra…
My Nintendo has just added two brand new sets of wallpaper featuring the lovable fighters from ARMS. The first set showcases Spring Man, Ribbon Girl, Ninjara, Master Mummy and Mechanica, while the second set sports Min Min, Twintelle, Byte & Barq, Kid Cobra and Helix. Each set comes in…
Hold on to your hats, Mario fans! Nintendo UK is currently offering a free plush Cappy hat with any pre-order of Super Mario Odyssey at its official store. The item page says the hat “features a prominent set of eyes.” And it certainly does! No word yet on whether or…
The Layton franchise that began way back in 2007 for the DS has become synonymous with Nintendo platforms ever since. Now that many developers are focusing their attention towards the hybrid Switch system, however, the future of the very touchscreen-focused franchise has come into question. Level-5 CEO and Layton producer…
Despite apparently being “very close to completion” back in July 2015, Pikmin 4 has been a no-show at many Nintendo events since. After another missed appearance at this year’s E3, Eurogamer asked Shigeru Miyamoto about the status of the game. In a jovial response, Miyamoto stated: “I’ve been told not…
Ready to play a game that mashes up Find Mii and Tomodachi Life? Then head on over to the eShop later today and have some Miis ready to go! Miitopia’s page on Nintendo’s official site had a demo button added a few days ago and we thought that it might…
Yesterday, alongside the game’s announcement, a special edition of Metroid: Samus Returns was revealed for the US, featuring a soundtrack and reversible cover. Now, however, it’s been outshone by the special edition that’s heading to the UK. Here’s the full description from the game’s page: While supplies last, fans will…
All it takes is one little sentence. On r/NintendoSwitch, Yoshiaki Koizumi is taking part in reddit’s time honored tradition of Ask Me Anything (AMA) post. Now we don’t know what amiibo will be compatible with Super Mario Odyssey outside of the announced wedding figures, but given how the outfits keep…
At E3 Natsume is currently showing off a localized River City: Knights of Justice for the 3DS. Now, thanks to a tweet from the studio, a release date for North America and Europe has been confirmed – June 20th! Some surprise news from the @E3 show floor – River City:…
Earlier this week at E3, we had the opportunity to try out Sonic Forces at Nintendo’s booth. Many fans have been wondering how well the new game would run on the Switch compared to other hardware, and we’re here to tell you! A Blue Blur While the foreground of the…
Following yesterday’s main Spotlight video and hours of Treehouse live, which capped off with a Splatoon 2 invitational, Nintendo’s second day at E3 2017 promises to be even more eSports heavy. It will kick off with Pokkén Tournament gameplay followed by its very own tournament, which will then lead into…
Every now and then Nintendo sneaks easter eggs onto its websites, and sometimes they even offer up My Nintendo points when discovered. This year’s E3 landing page is no different! To get 20 Platinum Points, all you have to do is scroll down to the bottom of the Daily Poll…
