Pikachu returning once again for the 2018 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
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Pikachu has been a mainstay at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for almost two decades. The tradition continues once again this year, with The Pokemon Company confirming that the creatures will be flying high through the streets of New York during the event later this week. Pikachu will be wearing a cozy scarf and carrying a cute Snowman Pikachu.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air on November 22 on NBC starting at 9 AM. Pikachu should show up sometime before the event ends.
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Warframe Switch launch trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Starting today, Warframe makes its debut on Switch. We have a new launch trailer for the game below.
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Get a free starter pack of in-game items for Warframe’s Switch launch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Warframe is celebrating tomorrow’s launch on Switch with a little gift. Players can receive a free starter pack of in-game items through the Inbox until December 4 at 11:59 PM ET.
Here’s the full lineup of rewards:
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NPD: Best-selling exclusive games in the United States since 1995
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii | 0 comments
NPD’s Mat Piscatella is back at it again with more classic data. This time around, we have a look at the top ten best-selling games in the United States since 1995 that were exclusive.
Amazingly enough, Nintendo holds the entire top ten. Wii generated the most hits for Nintendo, including Wii Fit at #5. In fact, the entire top five is comprised of Wii titles. New Super Mario Bros. and Mario Kart have to representatives each while the lone N64 game is Super Mario 64.
Fire Emblem Heroes – Fire and Ice summoning event starts this week, trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Videos | 0 comments
Fire Emblem Heroes is preparing for a new summoning event. This week, players will be able to get their hands on Ylgr and Surtr. A new Paralogue Story will also be included.
Fire and Ice in Fire Emblem Heroes starts on November 21. View a trailer for what’s in store below.
Super Robot Wars T confirmed for English release in Asia
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier today, Super Robot Wars T was announced for Switch. Bandai Namco had only confirmed plans for Japan, but we now have some rather interesting news as the game is seeing a wider release in Asia – and in English to boot.
It’s unclear if Super Robot Wars T will launch in North America and/or Europe. Even so, we already have confirmation of English support thanks to the upcoming launch in Asia.
Super Robot Wars T is scheduled for 2019. View an English trailer below, along with a developer message.
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Super Smash Blog update: Guile Assist Trophy
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has posted another update to the Smash Bros. Blog for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This time around, we have an introduction to the Guile Assist Trophy.
Here’s the overview:
Switch update out now (version 6.2.0)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The next firmware update is now live on Switch. Nintendo has started distribution of version 6.2.0.
Nintendo mentions the following about today’s update in its notes: “General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience.”
The last major Switch system upgrade came in mid-September. It paved the way for the Nintendo Switch Online functionality – notably cloud saves.
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Party Hard Switch footage
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Party Hard is set to arrive on the Switch eShop this Thursday. Have a look at some footage in the video below.
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The Walking Dead: The Final Season back in production with many original staffers, remaining dates coming soon
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Many fans have been wondering about the status of The Walking Dead: The Final Season since Telltale went under and Skybound came in to pick up the remaining series. Today, we finally have an update.
Skybound said on its website that “many of the talented, passionate team members who originally worked on the game are resuming development efforts today”. Additionally, the release dates for the last two episodes are coming soon.
