Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 33 Comments

Splatoon 2 recently had a downloadable demo event dedicated to a Splatfest. However, the game’s first true Splatfest will be taking place during the first week of August.

In both North America and Europe, players will be asked about their condiment of choice: mayonnaise or ketchup. says that the Splatfest will run “during the first weekend in August.”

As of now Nintendo hasn’t made any announcements about Japan. North America and Europe also had the same topic for the demo event, but Japan had something different.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 1 Comment

Nicalis’ Tyrone Rodriguez hosted a live stream recording last night and showcased footage from The End is Nigh on Switch. Check out the full recording below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments

A few new Splatoon-themed rewards are up for grabs on My Nintendo Europe. Members can obtain a theme, wallpapers, and more.

Here’s the full roundup:

Gold

Splatoon: Inkredible 3DS Theme – 20 Gold Points
Swapdoodle DLC: Splatoon Inkopolis – 30 Gold Points
Starter Guide – Splatoon 2 – 10 Gold Points

Platinum

Wallpaper – Splatoon 2: Inkling Girl and Boy – 50 Platinum Points
Wallpaper – Splatoon 2: Inkling Squids – 50 Platinum Points

All of these rewards can be ordered here.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

More maintenance is taking place in the days to come affecting Switch as well as all of the eShops. For the latest maintenance schedule, continue on below.

Switch – all network services (online play, rankings, etc.)

– 5 PM PT (July 23) – 8 PM PT (July 23)
– 8 PM ET (July 23) – 11 PM ET (July 23)
– 1 AM in the UK (July 24) – 4 AM in the UK (July 24)
– 2 AM in Europe (July 24) – 5 AM in Europe (July 24)

Switch / Wii U / 3DS eShops

– 5 PM PT (July 24) – 7 PM PT (July 24)
– 8 PM ET (July 24) – 10 PM ET (July 24)
– 1 AM in the UK (July 25) – 3 AM in the UK (July 25)
– 2 AM in Europe (July 25) – 4 AM in Europe (July 25)

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 4 Comments

Pure Wish created an adventure game Song of Memories and brought it out in Japan earlier this year as a PlayStation 4 title. That same game is now coming to Switch.

Song of Memories is an adventure game where a mysterious disease is going around. Animation is sprinkled throughout the story, from conversation scenes to event scenes. Over 30 songs are in the game, including the opening, ending, and background music.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 1 Comment

This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
2. Implosion
3. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
4. Snipperclips
5. ARMS
6. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
7. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
8. GoNNER
9. Mighty Gunvolt Burst
10. NBA Playgrounds
11. Death Squared
12. Bulb Boy
13. Blaster Master Zero
14. Oceanhorn
15. Kamiko
16. ACA NeoGeo Metal Slug 2
17. Shephy
18. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
19. Vaccine
20. Puyo Puyo Tetris

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments

Miitomo has been updated with more content. Users will find a new stage, along with some brand new items.

“A fashion sense to look up to! Style Safari (Giraffe)” is the new stage. It includes the following:

– Cosmic giraffe tee
– Giraffe hat
– Giraffe top (set)
– Giraffe skirt (set)

And as far as the new items go, you can nab the following:

– Simple sleeveless shirt
– Sleeveless high-neck top
– Multicolored striped skirt

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments

If you’re looking to secure the new Splatoon 2 Switch Pro Controller, you may want to give GameStop a shot. The retailer is taking orders https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=qd9XcyEa3J0&mid=24348&murl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamestop.com%2Fnintendo-switch%2Faccessories%2Fnintendo-switch-pro-controller-splatoon-2-edition%2F149542″>right here. It’s technically a pre-order, but orders should begin to ship tomorrow.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 3 Comments

Next week, Abylight is publishing Qbics Paint on Switch as a digital download. Get a look at the official trailer below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Images | 4 Comments

Nintendo’s Comic-Con activities are officially underway. Fans stopped by starting today to check out the company’s game offerings, and some showed up dressed as certain characters.

Nintendo passed along some photos showing Splatoon 2 cosplay and its gaming lounge at the San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina. Find the images below along with descriptions of each one.

Photo 1

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, cosplayers Heidi O’Ferrall and Leo Camacho celebrate the launch of the Splatoon 2 game at San Diego Comic-Con 2017. The Splatoon 2 game launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Photo 2

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Ian G. of Chula Vista, CA. gets an early hands-on demo of the Splatoon 2 game at the Nintendo Lounge during San Diego Comic-Con. Splatoon 2 launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Photo 3

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Jackson M. and Adam M. of San Diego, CA. get an early look at the Splatoon 2 game. Splatoon 2 launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Photo 4

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Jackson M. and Adam M. of San Diego, CA. get an early look at the Splatoon 2 game. Splatoon 2 launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Photo 5

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, cosplayers Heidi O’Ferrall and Leo Camacho engage in Splatoon 2 gameplay while in their Splatoon 2-inspired costumes. The Splatoon 2 game launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Photo 6

In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Ian G. of Chula Vista, CA. gets an early hands-on demo of the Splatoon 2 game at the Nintendo Lounge during San Diego Comic-Con. Splatoon 2 launches on July 21 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.

Source: Nintendo PR