Splatoon 2 devs on improvements and adjustments from the first game, Salmon Run, story, future updates
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 19 Comments
Famitsu published a lengthy Splatoon 2 feature this week. Among the coverage was an interview with four of the game’s developers. Art director Seita Inoue, lead programmer Shintaro Sato, director Yusuke Amano, and producer Hisashi Nogami participated in the talk.
The developers weighed in on Splatoon 2’s improvements and adjustments from the first game, the new Salmon Run mode, the story, and future updates. Among the things discussed were Nintendo’s approach to Salmon Run, how Nintendo considered announcing a Splatoon sequel during the first game’s final Splatfest, a tease of more new weapon categories, and more. The developers were even asked if Marina is an Octoling.
You can find a comprehensive summary of important points from Famitsu’s interview below.
More: Hisashi Nogami, Seita Inoue, Shintaro Sato, Splatoon 2, top, Yusuke Amano
Layton’s Mystery Journey 3DS footage, more mobile footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 6 Comments
Although Layton’s Mystery Journey isn’t coming to 3DS in overseas territories until October, it’s already out in Japan. You can see what the game looks like on Nintendo’s handheld below along with more mobile footage in English.
More: Layton's Mystery Journey, Level-5
Pokemon GO – Lugia and Articuno footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Videos | 0 comments
The first Legendary Pokemon have finally arrived in Pokemon GO. Lugia and Articuno have been pushed out, both of which can be found in Raid Battles. Check out some footage of the Pokemon below.
More: Niantic, Pokemon GO
Miitomo – returning Miitomo Drop stage theme (7/23/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Miitomo has been updated with more content. Users will find returning stages with more items.
“Swords and sorcery! Miitomo RPG” is the returning theme. The stages provide the following:
– Villager outfit
– Hero tee
– Wandering swordsman outfit
– Battle-scarred sword
– Dancer’s set (top)
– Dancer’s pants (set)
– Noble knight’s armor
– Queen’s sword
– Mage’s hood
– Mage’s robe
– Evil king tee
– Mage’s staff
The returning stage will be available until July 25 at 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET.
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Splatoon 2 – Inkbrush footage
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The Inkbrush was added in as Splatoon’s first new weapon a few hours ago. Take a look at some footage showing it in action below.
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First Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon merchandise from Takara Tomy leaked
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
With a new Pokemon game comes new merchandise, and Takara Tomy will be producing new figures for the two games later this year. Pokeshopper has the scoop on what’s to come.
Apparently, new secrets will be revealed this November, which is a month after the first Silvally figurine releases. A listing notes that a new form will exist in November, though it’s unclear if it pertains to a new Ultra Beast, or references Lycanroc, Togedemaru or Mimikyu.
Here’s the current lineup of figurines:
– Silvally M Figure – 1,200 yen October release
– Necrozma L Figure – 1,500 yen November release
– Three secrets (Reference form change)
– December – Nihilego, Tapu Bulu
Fraud is becoming an issue with Switch in Japan
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 34 Comments
Switch is a hit thus far, and the system is selling extremely well. Sadly, that success and the lack of stock is leading to some unfortunate situations in Japan. One issue concerns fraud, which is even being reported by major TV outlets.
Sonic Mania introduces Special Stages
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 12 Comments
SEGA gave fans a first look at Special Stages in Sonic Mania during a panel at Comic-Con today. They’re inspired by titles on the Saturn and CD. You’ll collect rings for more time and Blue Spheres for more speed while chasing down a UFO for a Chaos Emerald.
More: Headcannon, PagodaWest Games, SEGA, Sonic Mania, Tantalus, top
Pokken Tournament DX footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 3 Comments
YouTuber FILIP played Pokken Tournament DX at Comic-Con this week, and shared new direct-feed footage of the game on Switch. Check out some footage below.
More: Bandai Namco, Pokken Tournament DX
[Let’s Talk] Miiverse memories
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Let's Talk | 19 Comments
Nintendo issued a new Wii U firmware update this week. The system hasn’t seen the addition of any new features in quite some time, so normally this wouldn’t be big news. However, it ended up being fairly significant after dataminers apparently found text that mentions the end of Miiverse.
First thing: we can’t say with absolutely certainty that the datamined text is accurate. Second, assuming it’s true, it may take time for Nintendo to pull the plug on Miiverse. For all we know, it could be a year, two years, or longer.
However, we can’t deny that Miiverse isn’t as prominent these days as it once was. It’s not a part of Switch at all. Wii U is still used by many players, but it’s not in the spotlight now. And the 3DS does feature Miiverse as well, though you could argue that it isn’t as significant there as it is on Wii U.
So let’s take a moment or two to look back on Miiverse. How do you feel the community as a whole? Do you think the original idea was good for Nintendo to put in place? How active were you on Miiverse, if at all? Do you have any memories in particular? Let us know in the comments below.
