Zelda: Breath of the Wild – first News post and items now available on Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 9 Comments
After it launched on Switch a few hours ago, Nintendo has sent out the first update to those who are following the new Zelda: Breath of the Wild News channel. Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi will be sharing messages to players.
As for the initial items, they aren’t terribly exciting. Nintendo’s first distributions are only for apples and a piece of meat. Here’s hoping future items are a bit more exciting.
J.B. Harold Murder Club Switch trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
In Japan, the murder mystery adventure game J.B. Harold Murder Club is launching on the eShop today. Have a look at a trailer below.
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Next ARMS update adding new character and ARMS
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments
The new 2.1.0 update for ARMS went out a short while ago. In terms of actual new content, Nintendo didn’t bring in whole lot. However, the company is gearing up for some new additions rather soon.
The Japanese ARMS Twitter account has teased a new character that will be available with the next update. New ARMS will be included, too.
We just saw a new update today, so it might be a few weeks until the next one goes out.
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Shiny Pikachu spotted at Japanese Pokemon GO event
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 4 Comments
A special “Pikachu Outbreak” event is currently being hosted for Pokemon GO in Japan. Through August 15, players will be able to explore two special Kanto and Johto-themed parks. The Red Brick Park has Pokemon originally from the Kanto region appearing more frequently. The same goes for the Johto region at Cup Noodle Museum Park.
Other activities are also underway, such as Pokemon rarely encountered in Japan appearing, including Mr. Mime. The Photo Disc at the PokeStops found at each of these parks may also award Trainers special 2 km Eggs with the potential to hatch a greater variety of Pokemon than usual.
That’s not all though. We’re hearing reports that a Shiny Pikachu has been sighted. That also means Shiny Raichu and (potentially) Pichu are present. For Pichu, it seems that the Pokemon has to be hatched during the duration of the event similar to Ash Hat Pichu. We’ve not actually seen a screenshot of Shiny Pichu, but since its sprite is present, it’s likely available.
Thanks to Drew D for the tip.
More: Niantic, Pokemon GO
Zelda: Breath of the Wild – News channel on Switch now live
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 4 Comments
Yesterday, Nintendo issued a new update for Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Part of the patch included the groundwork for some new functionality. Nintendo said it would be opening a News channel on Switch tomorrow that allows players to obtain unknown items when launching the game from messages that are delivered.
That channel is now open for business, but you won’t find anything there just yet. Nintendo will likely begin sending messages sometime this week. We do at least know that director Hidemaro Fujibayashi will be sharing “useful tips”.
With all that said, you can follow the new Breath of the Wild channel. Doing so will ensure that you receive Nintendo’s messages about the game, and you’ll be able to nab those mystery items.
Thanks to GIANTBOWSER for the tip.
Miitomo – new Miitomo Drop stage (8/8/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Miitomo has been updated with new content. Players can nab the latest items in the Miitomo Drop stage, “Let’s head to the festival! Miitomo Yukata Fashion #2”.
Available items include:
– Ukiyo-E tee
– Wave pattern yukata
– Jinbei
– Goldfish
Users can select Miitomo Drop stages from the Shop tab. Miitomo coins or game tickets are needed to play.
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ARMS update out now (version 2.1.0) – new Training exercises, adjustments for fighters / ARMS, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 8 Comments
A new update has just gone out for ARMS, bringing the game up to version 2.1.0. If you’ve purchased the game physically or digitally, the patch will be downloaded automatically. You can also force the update from Switch’s Home Menu.
Today’s ARMS update isn’t as significant as the last one, but it’s still noteworthy. Nintendo has made a number of changes and adjustments across the board, including fighters and ARMS. Nintendo has added new Training exercises, adjusted hitbox sizes for fighters, and more.
The full patch notes for ARMS version 2.1.0 are as follows:
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Japanese 3DS themes (8/9/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
A few new 3DS themes are out now in Japan. Here’s the lineup:
LiSA: Datte Atashi no Hero – 200 yen
Cogimyun – 200 yen
Sentimental circus: Secret Circus – 200 yne
1, 2 Fanclub (Freedom Ver.) – 200 yen
Harumaki Gohan feat. Hatsune Miku: Dreamless Dreams – 200 yen
wowaka (x3) – 200 yen each
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases (8/16/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A few new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on August 16. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Switch Download
Sonic Mania – 1,944 yen
* This schedule is not fully set. More games may be added to the list.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is 900p when docked, 720p in portable mode
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 50 Comments
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle creative director Davide Soliani shared a little nugget about the game’s performance on Twitter. When Switch is docked, the resolution will be 900. Like almost every other Switch game, it’s 720p in portable mode.
We’ve also pretty much known that Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle runs at 30 frames per second. But if you needed further confirmation, Davide has offered just that. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is 30 FPS both docked and when playing on Switch.
