Massive new Mario statue makes its way to Sweden

Author: Tom Brown
Categories: News

While in most regions Nintendo tends to handle operations themselves, in some cases it’s a trickier proposition. A prime example of this are the Nordic and Baltic regions of Europe, where the wholesaler Bergsala has handled Nintendo distribution and marketing since 1981. Now, to celebrate 35 long years of service,…

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Nintendo acquires 70% of Japanese distributor JESNET

Author: Tom Brown
Categories: News

It looks like Nintendo is preparing to exert more control over the distribution of its physical products in Japan, as it has arranged the subsidization of JESNET, the company that has been distributing Nintendo games and products in the region for several years now, after purchasing 70% of its shares…

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Daily Deals: 8/24/16

Author: Jason Ganos

New Zelda Books Amazon is now taking pre-orders for a hardcover edition of the beautiful Ocarina of Time manga series. It releases in November for $17.99. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess Manga Vol. 1 ($9.99 on Amazon) The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts. 400 page hardcover Zelda art…

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The very best? Exploring Ash Ketchum in the Battle Frontier

Author: Jaxson Tapp
Categories: Retro

Just a quick warning: This article contains spoilers for an episode of the Pokémon anime that just aired in Japan, as well as spoilers for the anime through the Battle Frontier arc. You have been warned! Ash Ketchum has competed in six different regional Pokémon League events over the course…

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