Pokemon Snap Wii U Virtual Console gameplay
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
In North America, Pokemon Snap is finally available on the Wii U Virtual Console. Take a look at some footage of the game below.
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Switch accessories incoming from Hyperkin
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments
Earlier this week, snakebyte announced a few accessories for Switch. Hyperkin has now announced its own line of accessories for the platform.
Hyperkin’s offerings include a 5 ft. USB Type-C charging cable, a USB-C AC adapter with a 4 ft. cable, a car charger adapter for the console that has a 5 ft. cable. On top of that, a screen protector, hard shell carrying case, and travel bag with padded storage are in the works.
Here’s a look at the different accessories:
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North American Switch site updated
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 10 Comments
Just as Nintendo did with its Japanese equivalent earlier today, the North American Switch website has been updated. It’s now promoting the presentation, Treehouse Live, and hands-on events. Get a look at the site here.
Retro8 Wireless and Wired Pro Controllers on the way for NES Classic Edition
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Wii, Wii U | 1 Comment
Plenty of companies have come out with their own controllers and accessories for the NES Classic Edition since November. Now as part of the Retro-Bit line, the Retro8 Wireless Pro Controller and Retro8 Wired Pro Controller are on the way.
The wireless version connects through a special dongle, and supports up to ten hours of gameplay. It also comes with a 3.5 foot micro USB charge cable. It’s launching in March for $19.99.
The wired controller will ship a bit sooner, as it’s planned for February with a $9.99 price point. You can connect it to the NES Classic Edition with a ten foot cord.
Worth mentioning, both of these controllers also work with the Wii U and Wii.
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Pokemon Sun/Moon, Yo-kai Watch among Spain’s best-sellers in 2016
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 7 Comments
In the latest issue of Hobby Consolas, the magazine reveals Spain’s best-selling games of 2016 through December 10. Pokemon Sun/Moon came in second, while Yo-kai Watch also made the list at the eight position.
The full results are as follows:
01. FIFA 17 (ELECTRONIC ARTS) – 425,000
02. POKEMON SUN AND MOON (NINTENDO) – 215,000
03. UNCHARTED 4: A THIEF’S END (SONY COMPUTER ENT.) – 200,000
04. FIFA 16 (ELECTRONIC ARTS) – 195,000
05. CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS III (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD) – 175,000
06. GRAND THEFT AUTO V (TAKE 2) – 160,000
07. CALL OF DUTY: INFINITE WARFARE (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD) – 150,000
08. YO-KAI WATCH (NINTENDO) – 95,000
09. BATTLEFIELD 1 (ELECTRONIC ARTS) – 85,000
10. FINAL FANTASY XV (SQUARE ENIX EUROPE) – 45,000
Hobby Consolas also labels Skylanders Imaginators as a “flop”. The game sold 10,000 copies across all platforms.
More: Pokemon Moon, Pokemon Sun, sales, Spain, Yo-kai Watch
Treehouse Live returns on January 13, will showcase upcoming Switch games
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 19 Comments
Nintendo is bringing back Treehouse Live next week following Switch’s reveal. During the broadcast, taking place on January 13, fans can tune in to get a look at upcoming titles for Nintendo’s new system. Games featured during the Nintendo Switch Presentation will be shown.
The stream will be held on both YouTube and Twitch. It’ll begin at the following times:
– 6:30 AM PT
– 9:30 AM ET
– 2:30 PM in the UK
– 3:30 PM in Europe
Join us at 9:30AM EST on 1/13 for Treehouse Live and an in-depth look at upcoming games featured in the Nintendo Switch Presentation. pic.twitter.com/0OMGtCJLW9
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 5, 2017
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Pokemon GO was the most downloaded release on the App Store last year, Super Mario Run in top 10
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 1 Comment
Pokemon GO was the most downloaded release on the App Store worldwide in 2016, Apple has announced.
Additionally, Super Mario Run was among last year’s top 10 most downloaded apps. That’s despite the fact that it debuted in December.
Super Mario Run set a record with over 40 million downloads in just four days following its release. The game was the most downloaded app globally on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
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Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017 live stream will be broadcast in Japanese with English voiceover
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 35 Comments
Nintendo UK has sent out a short announcement about next week’s Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017. As previously mentioned, it’ll kick off at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET on January 12, which is 4 AM in the UK / 5 AM in Europe on January 13.
Nintendo says that the live stream will be broadcast in Japanese, though with English voiceover. Additionally, “key announcements” will be shared on the Nintendo UK Twitter account. Nintendo of America will almost certainly be doing the same.
A live stream is already in place on Nintendo’s Japanese YouTube channel. You should be able to watch it on the official Switch site as well. Nintendo of America will likely be streaming on Twitch and YouTube.
Source: Nintendo PR
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Nintendo Download (1/5/17, North America) – Pokemon Snap and more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Wii U Download
Cup Critters – $1.49
Spheroids – $7.99
Zombie Brigade: No Brain No Gain – $4.99
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Japan’s best-selling games of 2016, hardware totals, Nintendo Classic Mini: Famicom sells 567,000 units
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 3 Comments
In a report published on Famitsu today, the site reveals the best-selling games in Japan during 2016. The lineup is as follows:
01./00. [3DS] Pokemon Sun / Moon #
02./00. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch 3: Sushi / Tempura #
03./00. [PS4] Final Fantasy XV #
04./00. [3DS] Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS
05./00. [3DS] Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3
06./00. [3DS] Yo-Kai Sangokushi
07./00. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch 3: Sukiyaki
08./00. [3DS] Kirby: Planet Robobot
09./04. [WIU] Splatoon #
10./11. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition #
