Welcome to Part 4 of Our Deep Dive into the History of Amiibo! In today’s installment, we’re exploring the amiibo releases of 2016—a year that saw the introduction of new franchises, an influx of collectible cards, and some highly sought-after Japan-exclusive releases! Raise Your Shovels! The first amiibo release of…
Initially released for the Nintendo Wii in 2010 (followed by a Nintendo 3DS port in 2013 and a digital release for the Nintendo Wii U in 2015 and 2016), Donkey Kong Country Returns will now be getting a high-definition version for the Nintendo Switch. Launching on Thursday, January 16th, 2025,…
Just in time for the holiday season, Build-A-Bear has released a new Riolu plush bundle! Let’s look at what you’ll get to decorate the adorable Fighting-type. You’ll receive the Riolu plush, coming in at 16 inches tall, along with a cute Premier Ball-themed hoodie. Each Riolu also includes five different…
Famitsu was able to interview Atsushi Inaba, executive director and producer at PlatinumGames, during BitSummit this month. The piece closes with a few questions about the Nintendo Switch and PlatinumGames’ involvement since the company’s logo was part of the massive developer list back in January. He praises the Switch for…
The next game from Tokyo RPG Factory, the developers of I Am Setsuna, has been announced. Titled Lost Sphear, it has a lot in common with the studio’s prior journey in terms of graphics and gameplay but the setting looks a little less dreary. Check out the first trailer: Lost…
News on Fire Emblem Warriors has been relatively quiet since its announcement, but in Japan the curtain’s been pulled back just a bit. Revealed via Famitsu’s website, we have a look at three more characters making their way in alongside Chrom. Two of these will be brand new characters, blonde…
Please be advised that the information below has not been verified or confirmed by Nintendo or Ubisoft. ComicBook’s video game division, WWG, has released even more details about Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. In response to last week’s leaked announcement and feelings that were stirred up in the Nintendo fandom,…
Biff is back on Twitter, reporting on this weekend’s Global Testpunch and what’s in store for the next event this weekend. Here’s the latest news: B-ball time If you’re feeling a bit burned by ARMS’ V-ball battle mode, then you’re in luck! Next weekend’s sessions will bring Hoops into the…
Capcom’s online store updated overnight with a slew of Monster Hunter Double Cross Nintendo Switch merchandise. Not only that, but the game is getting multiple limited edition bundles! Starting off with the Normal Version for 6,264 yen fans will receive the game, a “replacement jacket” that is currently being printed…
Gust’s Nights of Azure 2 was one of many Japan-developed Switch games announced during April’s Nintendo Direct, though its style definitely set it apart. Before that announcement, however, the game was confirmed for both PlayStation 4 and PS Vita, but if you’re worried about a delayed port there’s no need…
Welcome to the Nintendo Wiretap: Weekend Edition! 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,…
As pointed out by Japanese Nintendo, Hori and Max Games are ready to join the fray of Splatoon 2 merchandise. Hori’s hard case is priced at 2,354 yen and comes in two designs: Ink x Squid and Graffiti. While different on the outside, the lining for both cases are the…
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…
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…
