Full North American Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia site open
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 2 Comments
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia is just a little ways off from making its debut in the west. That means the full site is now open, and you can access it here.
Probably the most noteworthy section of the site is the DLC page. It has information about the individual pieces of content included in the upcoming DLC packs.
Nintendo Treehouse Log update – Zelda: Breath of the Wild cooking with Bill Trinen
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 3 Comments
A new entry was added to the Nintendo Treehouse Log on Tumblr today. This time around, Nintendo’s Bill Trinen talks about cooking.
Here are a few excerpts:
Back in 2004, Eiji Aonuma gave a presentation called “The Evolution of a Franchise: The Legend of Zelda”. Today it serves as an interesting look into the series’ transition at a point in time just before the Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess game for the Wii was first announced. I interpreted for him for both the presentation as well as a number of interviews he did afterwards, and one of the themes he mentioned in both the interviews and the presentations was cooking. He talked about making a Zelda game as being similar to cooking stew: both are long processes, both require the combination of multiple different ingredients and seasonings, and when cooked together those ingredients combine to complete the overall flavor, which is enhanced. And he noted then that he was interested in making a game about cooking.
The very first time I played through the Great Plateau, I came across apples and mushrooms fairly early on in my wanderings. Of course, I collected them (I do love mushrooms!), and to a certain degree it seemed fairly straightforward that they would serve as food. But soon I was collecting acorns, herbs, raw meat, and spicy peppers, and when I found the old man at his cabin and started combining ingredients, I remembered Aonuma-san’s presentation and realized he finally achieved his goal of making a game about cooking.
Nate had made it out to the beach, where he found some crab and a campfire with a pot at sunset. Feeling very pleased with himself, he threw some crab in the pot with some spicy peppers, only to find out crab wasn’t used for food recipes – it was for elixirs! This happened to fit perfectly with my own personal description of crustaceans as being “the insects of the sea,” but as an east coaster who grew up on crab, Nate wasn’t having it. He contacted Fujibayashi-san that night and began passionately explaining to the development team how much people like to eat crab, begging him to add crab dishes to the menu.
And some concept art:
The full Tumblr post, called “Now You’re Cooking with Power”, can be read here.
Bonk’s Revenge hitting the North American Wii U Virtual Console tomorrow
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 11 Comments
Konami is cranking out a new game for the Wii U Virtual Console. In North America, Bonk’s Revenge will be out tomorrow. It was originally made for the TurboGrafx-16.
Nintendo’s listing has the following overview:
“Taking place in the Monster Kingdom, Bonk the Caveman makes his way toward King Drool III. Bonk’s Revenge is a side-scrolling action game in which you Jump and “Bonk” (headbutt) your enemies while you make your way to the goal at the end of each stage. Double, even triple, your attack power by eating the meat that appears in a stage. There are 8 different hidden bonus stages, and the Dinosaur Train that appears after you defeat a boss will change depending on how many Smileys you’ve collected. With new actions such as the Triangle Jump and the ability to climb trees, as well as 7 variety–packed stages, Bonk’s Revenge will keep you playing over and over.”
Bonk’s Revenge will be priced at $5.99.
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Link (Majora’s Mask), Bayonetta (Player 2) amiibo up for pre-order on Best Buy
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 27 Comments
Best Buy is taking pre-orders for two new amiibo. Link from Majora’s Mask and Bayonetta (Player 2) are both up here. Keep in mind that both are Best Buy exclusives.
Blaster Master Zero updated to version 1.2, Destroyer Mode and EX Character Mode added
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop | 8 Comments
Update (5/3): The Blaster Master Zero update should be out now on Switch. Tomorrow on 3DS.
Update: The update may not actually be available until tomorrow. We’ll let you know when it releases officially.
Original (5/2): Inti Creates has detailed a new update for Blaster Master Zero. With version 1.2, Destroyer Mode and EX Character Mode will be added. Switch owners should be able to download the update now while 3DS players will need to wait until Thursday.
Here’s an overview of the new modes:
Buy Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia at GameStop, get a “Warring Gods” Chrome Print
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 4 Comments
GameStop is offering a special bonus when you buy Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia. Upon purchase, you’ll be given a free “Warring Gods” Chrome Print.
You can pre-order Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia online here., though you should be able to reserve it in store as well. GameStop’s bonus will be handed out while supplies last.
Death Squared confirmed for Switch, will have exclusive levels
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 5 Comments
SMG Studio spoke about wanting to port over Death Squared to Switch earlier this year. That’s been made official, as the team officially announced that its game is coming to Nintendo’s console.
Death Squared is a puzzle co-op title that tasks players with reaching the goal in various levels. On Switch, SMG Studio will be packing in brand new stages.
Here’s an overview:
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More NBA Playgrounds footage, details
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 6 Comments
A new article from Polygon offers up additional footage of next week’s Switch eShop release NBA Playgrounds. Additionally, information about the game is present. We’ve rounded up everything from Polygon’s report below.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia – “DLC Briefing” trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 2 Comments
A new Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia has come in to highlight the game’s upcoming DLC. Have a look at it below.
Ultra Street Fighter II wallpaper available on My Nintendo in North America
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 7 Comments
My Nintendo added a few new Street Fighter discounts in North America a few days ago. Additionally, the site updated with a wallpaper for Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers.
The wallpaper requires 50 Platinum Points. You can use it with a PC, smartphone or tablet in eight different resolutions. My Nintendo will distribute the wallpaper until August 2.
