Nintendo on expanding into China
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Right now, Nintendo doesn’t have too much of a presence in China. That doesn’t mean the company isn’t interested in expanding in the country, however.
Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima commented on plans for China. Currently the Big N is looking into how it can have more of a foothold there and is “consulting with various other parties on aspects we cannot tackle alone.” Kimishima added that “would like to realize this as quickly as possible”.
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Nintendo: Next announcement for Nintendo Switch Online will be worth the wait
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
An update on Nintendo Switch Online was financial provided during Nintendo’s latest financial results briefing. We finally know that the service will be launching in September.
During the Q&A session of its financial results briefing, Nintendo commented on this just a bit further. Both president Tatsumi Kimishima and managing executive officer Shinya Takahashi weighed in on the service, with Takahashi stating that the next announcement will be worth the wait.
The two stated:
Nintendo on the reception to Nintendo Labo, decision to use cardboard
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo surprised everyone last month with the announcement of Nintendo Labo last month. Going after kids and kids at heart, Nintendo Labo will allow Switch owners to make creations out of cardboard and then use them with compatible applications / mini-games.
Using cardboard may have seemed out of left field, but it ended up being a natural fit. Nintendo commented on the entire Nintendo Labo project including the reception and the decision to feature cardboard.
Here’s what was shared:
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Joe Dever’s Lone Wolf releasing on Switch next week
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Forge Reply has announced that Joe Dever’s Lone Wolf is coming to Switch. The game is actually due out very soon, as it’s set for February 16. You should be able to pre-load the game starting today.
Joe Dever’s Lone Wolf offers a “mix of non-linear reading content, deep character customization and a rewarding combat system.” It’s based on the “choose your own adventure” gamebooks of the 80. Dever was involved with the development of this title having written the story and “driving the work of the whole team with his inspiring passion.”
For more on Joe Dever’s Lone Wolf, check out the overview and trailer below.
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Legend of Kay Anniversary announced for Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Legend of Kay Anniversary is coming to Switch, THQ Nordic has announced. A release is planned for sometime in 2018.
You may recall that Legend of Kay Anniversary previously appeared on Wii U. At the moment we aren’t aware of any major changes from that version.
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tinyBuild to announce six new Switch games during a broadcast tomorrow
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
tinyBuild has published a couple of games on Switch thus far. Last year, the company brought Mr. Shifty and Phantom Trigger to the system. tinyBuild hasn’t had any new announcements for Switch in recent months, but that’s about to change.
A new “Hello Switch” broadcast will be held tomorrow in which six new games will be announced. It’ll be hosted at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM in the UK / 7 PM in Europe.
Media Create software sales (1/29/18 – 2/4/18) – Top 50
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./01. [PS4] Monster Hunter: World #
02./00. [PS4] Dragon Ball FighterZ
03./03. [NSW] Splatoon 2 #
04./02. [NSW] Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle
05./04. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
06./05. [NSW] Super Mario Odyssey #
07./00. [NSW] The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
08./07. [NSW] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild #
09./06. [3DS] Pokemon Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon
10./11. [3DS] Mario Party: The Top 100
11./09. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch Busters 2: Hihou Legend Banbarayaa – Sword / Magnum
12./14. [NSW] Arms
13./15. [NSW] 1-2-Switch
14./00. [NSW] Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 2 for Nintendo Switch
15./13. [NSW] Pokken Tournament DX
16./08. [PS4] Dissidia: Final Fantasy NT
17./16. [PS4] Call of Duty: WWII #
18./20. [NSW] Monster Hunter Double Cross: Nintendo Switch Ver. #
19./23. [NSW] Xenoblade Chronicles 2 #
20./21. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
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The Snack World: Trejarers Gold for Switch launches April 12 in Japan, first screenshots
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Level-5 will release its first Switch game in Japan in just a couple of months. The Snack World: Trejarers Gold is launching on April 12 for 5,980 yen, CoroCoro has revealed. The Crystal Sword Z Alpha will be included as a first-print bonus.
The Snack World: Trejarers Gold is a new version of the 3DS game that released in Japan last July. The Switch edition has improved the visuals, battles, and action motion. Additionally, both DLC packs will be bundled in.
We have the first screenshots from The Snack World: Trejarers Gold below.
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Wii U eShop charts (2/8/18)
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This week’s Wii U eShop charts are as follows:
Software
1. Brain Age
2. Super Mario 64
3. Gunman Clive HD Collection
4. Zelda: Ocarina of Time
5. Super Mario World
6. Super Mario Bros. 3
7. Super Mario 3D World
8. Mario Part 2
9. Mario Party 10
10. Zelda: Majora’s Mask
11. Minecraft: Wii U Edition
12. Super Mario Bros.
13. Year Walk
14. Mario Kart 64
15. Zelda: Skyward Sword
16. Zelda: Wind Waker HD
17. Paper Mario
18. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
19. Zelda: A Link to the Past
20. Super Mario RPG
Videos
1. Super Mario Mash-Up Pack for Minecraft: Wii U Edition
2. Pokken Tournament TV Spot
3. Super Play Time – Splatoon – Get Kraken with Pro TipsTrailer
4. Super Play Time – Splatoon – First Dip
5. Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch Presentation
6. Mario Kart 8 New amiibo Racing Suits Trailer
7. Nintendo Minute – Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 2 First Look
8. Zelda: Breath of the Wild Accolades Trailer
9. Super Mario 64 Trailer
10. Super Smash Bros. – Final Video Presentation
11. Super Mario 3D World Trailer
12. Super Play Time – Splatoon – Weapon Splategies
13. Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Life in the Ruins
14. Super Mario 3D World Trailer 2
15. Super Mario Maker Key Update Video
16. Super Mario 3D World Accolades Trailer
17. Nintendo Minute – Super Smash Bros. Cloud DLC
18. New Super Mario Bros. U Video
19. Super Smash Bros. – Bayonetta Gets Wicked
20. Lost Reavers Trailer
Source: Wii U eShop
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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.3.0 out next week with Advanced New Game Mode, Easy Mode, more; lots of details
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 version 1.3.0 is landing next week, director Tetsuya Takahashi has confirmed. This will be a rather substantial update as it’s comprised of the Advanced New Game Mode and more. Continue on below for more, though be warned of potential spoilers.
