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 Financial Times is reporting that Nintendo may be having more Nintendo Switch units made to meet demand. Given there’s no official confirmation from Nintendo, you’ll have to take this report with a grain of salt. On the flipside, the fact that the Splatoon 2 Nintendo Switch bundle is in…
A few days ago we got our very first look at Netflix’s animated Castlevania series in the form of a trailer. Now, via Famitsu, we’ve got a brand new piece of art that riffs on the first game’s box-art. Take a look: Even though the series itself is based on…
Fans of visual novels take note, as Anonymous;Code, the next game from the studio behind Steins;Gate, will be heading to the Nintendo Switch. Confirmed at the Chiyo-St. Live 2017 –Genesis- event by the publishers at Mages., and reported on by Siliconera, the game is part of the “Science Visual Novel”…
Looking to spice up your ARMS appearance? Well, you’re in luck! In the Global Testpunch, you can change the color of your character as you select it. When you are selecting a character, simply click down the left stick and hold a direction at the same time. Press A, and…
Nice timing Nintendo! If you’re loving this weekend’s Global Testpunch or wishing you could take part then you can check out Nintendo of America’s official ARMS site. After weeks of “Full Site Coming Soon”, the pages now resemble the fully-featured site that has been available in Japanese for a while….
In an interview with UK-based gaming publication GamesTM, via Japanese Nintendo, we now have a better understanding of what to expect from Splatoon 2 in the way of voice chat. According to statements by the game’s director, Yusuke Amano, and producer, Hisahi Nogami, voice chat will be an included feature…
The Switch’s initial year of games is getting another heavyweight titan added to the roster. Yes, Monster Hunter Double Cross will be out this year — in Japan at least. The game will be released in Japan on Friday, August 25th, 2017. This is just a little over five months…
Update 3: Monster Hunter XX for Nintendo Switch trailer. Update 2: A custom Switch Dock is also confirmed for the game. Update: Monster Hunter XX launches on the Nintendo Switch on August 25th in Japan. The newest trailer also appeared to showcase crossplay with the 3DS version. If you’re looking…
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…
During last week’s ARMS Direct, Nintendo asked its fans to create their very own pieces of ARMS fan art for a contest. In today’s Nintendo Minute we get a look at all six winners as chosen by the games producer and art director. While you’re in the ARMS…
Today’s the day for North America to try out ARMS! Remember though, countries outside of the US won’t be able to experience the Testpunch until tomorrow, so the game’s Japanese Twitter account is still tweeting in anticipation for the upcoming event. Let’s see what made the cut today. Helix Takeover…
If there was one thing the Switch was truly missing in order to maximize its potential appeal to consumers and critics alike, it was an RPG about golfing. Luckily developer Sidebar Games has us all covered, as they’ve revealed Golf Story seemingly exclusively for the Nintendo’s latest system, complete with…
