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…
After a few early failures, Pokémon Sun & Moon players have been knocking it out of the park with the latest Global Missions. Now the PokéBean collectathon that made up the last quest has been marked as a significant success, Game Freak is preparing for the next challenge. Once it…
Yet another retro-styled indie game has been green-lit for release on the Nintendo Switch later this year – Hyper Sentinel. Inspired by various games for the ZX Spectrum (the home computer that took Britain by storm in the 1980s), Hyper Sentinel is a shoot ’em up in the vein of…
The official Japanese ARMS Twitter account has just unveiled Ribbon Ring, the latest stage coming to ARMS. Ribbon Ring is home to Ribbon Girl and is a fitting location for a diva like her. The stage features a rising stage, a massive screen, and a light show suitable for a…
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…
Moving on from Chapter 3, the next chapter in Squid Sisters Stories takes on a happier tone. While the focus is on Callie and Marie connecting and making up for lost time, it’s their conversation that’ll have you speculating what the gear and weapon shops will be in Splatoon 2….
Make way for Eevee and all Eeveelutions! Beginning May 13th, they’ll be invading Pokémon Centers across the Japan. Merchandise, Pokémon distributions for Pokémon Sun & Moon, photo opportunities, giveaways and so much more! Finally, Eevee and the rest of Eeveelutions are joining the Pokémon Dolls Plushes series (with…
Welcome to the Nintendo Newscast! Join Amiibo Jason and TJ Cencula (of Custom Conquest and Smash Supremacy fame) as they discuss all thing Zelda, amiibo and Switch.
Ever since its superpowered inception, Mario Kart’s been a defining tour de force for showing off Nintendo’s latest console creations. From the 64-bit system’s penchant for four player multiplayer mayhem to the Wii’s focus on intuitive motion control steering, the flagship franchise makes it a point to use every trick…
Nintendo of America has just released a new trailer for Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia that showcases the game’s anime cutscenes and gameplay. Check it out! Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia releases on May 19th. You can pre-order the game as well as the amiibo 2-Pack…
The official Splatoon 2 Twitter account in Japan has teased some new clothing items that will be featured in the game when it releases this July. A series of items from the sports apparel company known as Aroma was introduced and will include sneakers, hats and t-shirts. We’re certain…
MCV has just released its list of April’s best selling video games in the United Kingdom and it’s looking very good for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Despite releasing at the very tail end on April 28th, the racer still secured the top spot, beating out the likes of Ghost Recon:…
2K Games has announced this morning that NBA 2K18 will be arriving on the Nintendo Switch on September 19th. Alongside the Standard Edition of the game the publisher will also release a Legends Edition and a Gold Edition which include digital currency, in game items and more. You can check…
