F-Zero’s creation inspired by Nintendo of America’s criticism of Famicom Grand Prix and Batman
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments
Nintendo delved into the origins of F-Zero in a new interview shared this week to promote the Super NES Classic Edition. It’s only in Japanese at present, though an official English translation from Nintendo is coming soon. For now, Siliconera did translate one interesting excerpt about how F-Zero came to be.
Director Isshin Shimizu, designer Takaya Imamura, and main programmer Yasunari Nishida were involved in the discussion. Shimizu spoke about how Nintendo of America criticized the Japan-exclusive Famicom Grand Prix, which fired him up. That, along with Batman, ultimately inspired the creation of F-Zero.
Here’s what Shimizu, Imamura, and Nishida said:
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MercurySteam originally wanted to remake Metroid Fusion instead of Metroid II
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in GBA, General Nintendo, News | 9 Comments
Next week is the launch of Metroid: Samus Returns. It’s a remake of Metroid II: Return of Samus, which hit the Game Boy many years ago. Nintendo collaborated with MercurySteam on the project. But interestingly, Metroid II wasn’t MercurySteam’s first choice.
Game Informer reports that MercurySteam initially pitched Nintendo on potentially remaking Metroid Fusion. Although series producer Yoshio Sakamoto was impressed with the pitch and their passion for Metroid, he said no to revisiting the Game Boy Advance game. Instead, Sakamoto wanted to remake Metroid II.
Going with Metroid II over Fusion may have been the smarter choice. You can make an argument that Fusion still holds up today, but the team was really able to make significant improvements to Metroid II.
Bandai Namco says Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is a big hit on Switch, selling out in Japan
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 43 Comments
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 debuted for Switch in Japan this week. Specifically, the game launched on Thursday. We’ll need to wait until next week to see how it’s performed so far, but based on Bandai Namco’s reports, it’s off to a strong start.
Yesterday, Bandai Namco published a tweet saying that Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is a big hit on Switch. That was followed up by another message earlier today stating that there’s a bit of a shortage for the physical version. More shipments are planned towards the end of this month.
Switch maintenance taking place next week
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
Nintendo has two sets of maintenance periods planned for Switch next week. Certain network services such as online play, rankings, etc. may be affected.
The full schedule is as follows:
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Monster Hunter Stories launch trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo published a launch trailer for Monster Hunter Stories, available today in North America and Europe. Watch it below.
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ARMS version 3.0 introducing customizable controls
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 16 Comments
Update (9/8): Added in English version of the video.
Original (9/7): The next ARMS update is coming very soon. During the middle of this month, Nintendo should be releasing version 3.0, which will add Lola Pop. The new character, her ARMS, and the new stage won’t be all though.
On the Japanese ARMS Twitter account, Nintendo reveals that ARMS 3.0 will introduce customizable controls. You’ll also be able to adjust the sensitivity of the motion controls.
Here’s a look:
Big news, fighting fans! #ARMS Ver. 3 will allow you to remap the controls to the buttons of your choice! How's that for flexibility? pic.twitter.com/GdcHe7Zu0j
— Nintendo of Europe (@NintendoEurope) September 8, 2017
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Overcooked: Special Edition update out now (version 1.0.1)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
The promised update for Overcooked: Special Edition is now live. Version 1.0.1 is out now.
Among other things, the team has improved the game’s frame rate on Switch. Other improvements have also been implemented.
A second patch is already in the works, and will further improve performance.
Read the full patch notes and message from Team17 below.
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Media Create software sales (8/28/17 – 9/3/17) – Top 50
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./00. [PS4] Everybody’s Golf
02./02. [NSW] Splatoon 2 #
03./00. [3DS] Etrian Mystery Dungeon 2 #
04./01. [NSW] Monster Hunter Double Cross: Nintendo Switch Ver. #
05./03. [3DS] Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age #
06./00. [PS4] Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon #
07./04. [PS4] Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age #
08./07. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
09./06. [3DS] The Snack World: TreJarers
10./00. [PS4] Resident Evil: Revelations
11./00. [PSV] Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon #
12./00. [3DS] Jake Hunter Detective Story: Ghost of the Dusk
13./10. [NSW] Arms
14./09. [PS4] Yomawari: Midnight Shadows #
15./11. [NSW] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild #
16./00. [NSW] Nights of Azure 2: Bride of the New Moon #
17./14. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
18./13. [PS4] Dragon Quest X: All in One Package
19./08. [PSV] Yomawari: Midnight Shadows #
20./05. [PS4] Megadimension Neptunia VIIR #
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Switch eShop charts (9/7/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments
This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:
Software
1. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle
2. Sonic Mania
3. Overcooked Special Edition
4. Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
5. Splatoon 2
6. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
7. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
8. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
9. Snipperclips
10. LEGO Worlds
11. Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack
12. forma.8
13. Kamiko
14. The Jackbox Party Pack
15. Strikers 1945
16. Namco Museum
17. ARMS
18. NBA Playgrounds
19. Mighty Gunvolt Burst
20. Puyo Puyo Tetris
Source: Switch eShop
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Crystareino launch trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Videos | 2 Comments
Crystareino is out now on the 3DS eShop in both North America and Europe. Watch the English launch trailer for the downloadable RPG below.
