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…
In anticipation of the Nintendo Switch release next week, returning badges in the Mario Kart 8, Splatoon, Super Mario and the Legend of Zelda series are dropping by the Arcade. I would have preferred some exclusive Switch badges this week, but I guess beggars can’t be choosers. Fortunately, a little…
Earlier this month, we reported that a Castlevania television series was coming to Netflix later this year. Now, thanks to one of the series producers, Adi Shankar, we get our first glimpse into the world of Castlevania in the form of a teaser trailer. The Castlevania television show…
This week in the Nintendo eShop: Harvest Moon celebrates two decades of fictitious farming, forma.8 fills the Metroidvania shaped hole in my heart, and mad cat Kokopolo claws his way out of DSiWare obscurity. For shovelry! In celebration of the upcoming launch of Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove and Specter of…
Axiom Verge was one of our favorite indie releases on the Wii U last year when it hit the Nintendo eShop, and today we have some good news for those hoping to have a physical copy of the game to proudly display on their game shelf. The game is getting…
More and more news regarding the updates made to Mii Maker on the Switch are surfacing, and we’ve been noticing a few fun new changes people have been sharing via social media. While no majorly drastic differences have been made, there are at least a couple notable updates worth having…
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has announced that Lego City Undercover is making its way to the Nintendo Switch on April 4th in the US and April 7th in Europe. You can check out a brand new trailer showcasing the ins and outs of the game below.
One of the last big Switch questions has been resolved, with Nintendo sending out a press release detailing the imminent system’s eShop. First things first, a “Nindies Showcase” video presentation has been announced for February 28th at 9a.m. PT, which should give us an idea of what indie games are…
After Narcian’s entrance into the game, players may have caught themselves wondering who would be the next addition to Fire Emblem Heroes. Wait no more, as the female incarnation of the tome-toting strategist Robin has gone from a story mode enemy to a recruitable hero. She’s a Green unit, a…
Looks like several Zelda fans will have to dangerously go it alone March 3rd as Amazon has regrettably cancelled several Breath of the Wild Master Edition pre-orders, assuring Calamity Ganon’s reign of terror will forever continue in the darkest depths of their living rooms. Those affected by the stock shortage…
Ominous news, Skyrim fans: A Polygon interview with Bethesda’s Todd Howard has muddied the waters as to which version of the game Nintendo fans will be playing on their shiny new Switches later this year. When asked specifically about future projects, Howard remained tight-lipped, adding that he “can’t say” whether…
The Nintendo Newscast team talks about its time playing Mario Kart 8 from the Chicago Switch event last weekend. Note: This newscast was recorded live. Make sure to stay tuned for future live newscasts! You can also listen to the audio version of Episode 17, and subscribe to…
We’re just one week away from the Nintendo Switch launching and the news of indie developers flocking to the fledgling portable console hybrid just keeps coming! Joining today’s announcement of the tight, precise and tough-as-nails platformer Celeste making the Switch is Causal Bit Games’ Battle Princess Madelyn – a beautifully…
