Take-Two: Nintendo “making a great effort to support third-party developers”, “optimistic” about Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 8 Comments
During the Credit Suisse 2016 Annual Technology Conference today, Take-Two president Karl Slatoff commented on a wide variety of topics. A brief portion of his talk involved Nintendo and the company’s upcoming platform Switch.
Slatoff said: “The folks at Nintendo are making a great effort to support third-party developers, we’re very optimistic on the Switch though we are not announcing anything specific today.”
Take-Two collaborated with Nintendo on Switch’s announcement video. NBA 2K was showcased on the new system, and it’s likely to be released at some point in the future.
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Yo-kai Watch 2DS bundle was a hot commodity on Cyber Monday
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
Yesterday, we received some information about sales focused around the Black Friday / Thanksgiving shopping period. The NES Classic Edition and New 3DS XL Solgaleo Lunala Black Edition were both cited as “products most likely to run out-of-stock”.
So how about Cyber Monday? Well, additional data from Adobe indicates that the Yo-kai Watch 2DS bundle was at risk for running out of stock. No specific data was provided, but it sounds like Nintendo has done pretty well in sales over the past few days.
Stone Shire version 1.2 will be out in North America on Thursday
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Stone Shire’s latest patch, version 1.2, is now confirmed for North America this Thursday. It improves the game’s frame rate, removes the water flowing process, and updates/optimizes the lighting. If you’re in Europe, the update should already be available.
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Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World pre-orders open
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
Update (11/29): While it’s $31.99 for Prime members, Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World can be pre-ordered for $33.99 on Amazonfor everyone else.
Original (11/28): All major retailers are now taking pre-orders for Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World. It’s up on Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop. Those with Amazon Prime or Gamer’s Club Unlocked can save 20 percent.
Super Mario Maker for 3DS – “Online & Offline Play Modes” trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo uploaded a new trailer today to show what Super Mario Maker for 3DS has in store in terms of both online and offline modes. Give it a look below.
Video: “The Vision for Nintendo at Universal Theme Parks”
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 7 Comments
A new video has just gone live featuring Shigeru Miyamoto and Mark Woodbury from Universal Creative in which early insights into the collaboration between Nintendo and Universal Parks & Resorts are shared. View it below.
Nintendo shares new details about Universal theme parks partnership; coming to Japan, Orlando, Hollywood
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 5 Comments
Nintendo has shared brand new details about its partnership with Universal. Originally, the two sides announced plans for theme park attractions last May.
In addition to Universal Studios Japan, both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are participating. Today’s announcement notes that each park will share information about its specific Nintendo areas. “The first such announcement will come soon,” Nintendo said.
Nintendo promises “expansive, immersive and interactive” areas that “will be highly themed and authentic environments filled with multiple attractions, shops and restaurants.” Fans “will feel as if they are playing inside their favorite games”.
Plans are in place for new theme park areas to “open separately over the next several years.”
We’ve posted today’s full announcement below.
Famitsu review scores (11/29/16)
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This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Yakuza 6 (PS4) – 10/10/9/10
Drive Club VR (PS4) – 7/8/7/9
Banner Saga 2 (PS4) – 8/7/7/9
Megami Meguri (3DS) – 8/8/8/8
Puyo Puyo Chronicle (3DS) – 8/8/8/8
Miitopia (3DS) – 7/8/8/8
Gudetama Okawari Ikagassuka (3DS) – 7/7/7/7
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Mini Golf Resort hitting the North American 3DS eShop on Thursday
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The eShop is Mini Golf Resort for release on 3DS in North America this week. The game will be out on Thursday for $4.99.
According to an official description, Mini Golf Resort contains over 1001 holes spread across 56 courses. Pirate’s Bay, Spooky World, Pyramids of Egypt, and Legends of Greece are the included worlds. Character customization and a golf shop are among the various features.
Continue on below for some screenshots and a full overview.
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Rumor: Skylanders 2017 cancelled, series’ future unclear
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Rumors | 56 Comments
Since 2011, Activision has shipped new Skylanders games on an annual basis. But if a new report from Liam Robertson is spot on, the series may not be receiving a new entry next year – or in the near future for that matter.
Robertson (who accurately leaked information about Skylanders SuperChargers in 2015) claims that development on Skylanders 2017 ended, in large part due to a trend in declining game sales and interest for the franchise. Viewership for the new Skylanders Academy show on Netflix is apparently not up to snuff, nor are merchandise sales. Activision apparently has no new Skylanders game in the works currently. Additionally, primary developer Toys for Bob is waiting to hear from Activision about its future.
Here’s the full report from Robertson:
