Splatoon’s first North American Splatfest delayed
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 27 Comments
The first North American Slatfest for Splatoon was set to take place this weekend. Unfortunately, Nintendo has now announced that it has been postponed.
Writing on Twitter, Nintendo explained that a matchmaking issue was found with the first Japanese Splatfest, which caused long wait times. The company wants to resolve it before going live with the North American Splatfest.
A new date for the North American Splatfest hasn’t been revealed. However, information is promised “soon.”
Unfortunately, a matchmaking issue was discovered in the first Japanese Splatfest that resulted in long wait times…
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
and players unable to join matches. We have been working on a solution but will need a little more time to resolve the issue.
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
In order to ensure that fans have the best possible experience and can enjoy the fun they’ve come to expect from Splatoon…
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
We have decided to postpone the first North American Splatfest. We’ll have details on a new date soon!
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
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Shigeru Miyamoto/Brian Henson interview coming soon
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It’s been well publicized this week that Nintendo teamed up with The Jim Henson Company for this year’s Digital Event. They were behind the Shigeru Miyamoto, Satoru Iwata, and Reggie Fils-Aime puppets in the show.
Although we’re starting to turn the page on E3, there’s at least one more goodie that Nintendo will be sharing soon. Miyamoto met with Brian Henson, and the two discussed the creation and design of the puppets.
Nintendo wrote on its Facebook page today:
When visiting Henson Studios during E3, Mr. Miyamoto met with Brian Henson to discuss creating and designing the Nintendo puppets. Stay tuned for the interview coming soon!
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E3 2015 Nintendo booth tour
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Destructoid has put together a new video showing the Nintendo booth from E3 2015. Check it out below.
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Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash amiibo bundle appears to be $50
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Nintendo World in New York is taking pre-orders for a number of games, including Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash. It’s looking like the amiibo bundle for the game will set you back $50 (as the receipt above shows).
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Off-screen Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson English footage
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16 minutes of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (direct-feed)
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Super Mario Maker – “Buzzy Beetle Surfing” video (off-screen with audio)
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Star Fox Zero – Sector 3 footage with GamePad feed
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We’ve posted a ton of Star Fox Zero videos over the past few days, but this latest one offers something new. Along with footage shown on the TV screen, it also provides the GamePad feed as well. Take a look at the video below.
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Shin’en talks FAST Racing Neo – speed, tech, local/online multiplayer still planned
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Shin’en’s Manfred Linzner answered a number of questions about FAST Racing Neo in a new interview. Linzner discussed the game’s speed, commented on the technical aspects behind the game, and reconfirmed local/online multiplayer. Give the full interview a look below.
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Zelda: Tri Force Heroes gives a game over screen if someone drops out during co-op
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Throughout E3, we’ve heard that Zelda: Tri Force Heroes’ co-op only allows for either three players to team up together, or for one person to go through the game alone. Two players is not an option unless you want to experience the optional Colosseum mode.
Wondering what happens if you’re playing with friends and one of them drops out or quits? Well, director Hiromasa Shikata told Kotaku that you’ll be presented with a game over screen. On the bright side, your progress will be saved.