The hidden 2-player games of the SNES Classic
Posted on 7 years ago by Tyler(@tylerlelliott) in General Nintendo, News, Videos | 0 comments
It seems the SNES Classic has a couple more secrets to unveil. GameXplain has uploaded a video showing off multiplayer features of a couple of games that aren’t as well-known or easily accessed. As the video demonstrates, the SNES Classic’s main menu explicitly indicates which games are 2-player compatible and can even be grouped together as such.
However, through inputting a cheat code, players can unlock a 2-player mode in Yoshi’s Island. EarthBound also has a secret 2-player mode that can be unlocked simply by connecting a second controller.
While not as fully-fleshed out as a standard multiplayer game, these are still fun features to include. Watch gameplay of these two modes below:
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The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia up for pre-order on Amazon, final release date
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Update 3 (10/2): The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia is up on Amazon UK and Amazon Germany.
Update 2 (10/1): Pre-orders are discounted again, now down to $23.99 on Amazon.
Update (9/30): Pre-orders have been discounted to $34.10 on Amazon.
Original (9/28): Amazon has opened pre-orders for The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia. You can reserve your copy here. For those of you in Canada, you can get it here.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia features 320 pages covering the first game up through Twilight Princess HD. You’ll find “a comprehensive collection of enemies and items, potions to poes, an expansion of the lore touched upon in Hyrule Historia, concept art, screencaps, maps, main characters and how they relate, languages, and much, much more, including an exclusive interview with series producer, Eiji Aonuma”. It also has expanded coverage of the Zelda timeline and rare development sketches of characters.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia releases on April 24, 2018.
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My Nintendo Europe comes out with new rewards
Posted on 7 years ago by Joshua in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 10 Comments
Some new rewards have been temporarily added to My Nintendo in Europe.
Here is the list:
Discounts
40% off Earthbound Beginnings (Wii U VC) – 180 Platinum Points
40% off Advance Wars (Wii U VC) – 180 Platinum Points
40% off Pandora’s Tower (Wii Download) – 60 Gold Points
50% off Kirby’s Pinball Land (3DS VC) – 15 Gold Points
50% off Kirby’s Block Ball (3DS VC) – 15 Gold Points
50% off Punch-Out!! (Wii U or 3DS VC) – 160 Platinum Points
3DS Themes
BOXBOY! 2.5th Anniversary – 20 Gold Points
Mario’s Halloween – 20 Gold Points
Halloween Link – 20 Gold Points
Animal Crossing Autumn Leaves – 20 Gold Points
If you’re in Europe, you can find the rewards listed on the site here.
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GameStop says it will have more SNES Classic Edition stock “very soon”
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 14 Comments
Much like Switch, the Super NES Classic Edition is a hot item this year. Many stores are already sold out despite only having launched on Friday.
At least in GameStop’s case, the retailer is promising more stock “very soon.” This applies to GameStop’s own stores and ThinkGeek outlets.
A look into the tech and emulation of the Super NES Classic Edition
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 10 Comments
Digital Foundry has taken an extensive look at the Super NES Classic Edition. The site’s report is based on the European version, but all units are essentially the same – just with slightly different designs.
First, similar to the NES Mini, the SNES Classic Edition only outputs at 720p. That makes sense though based on the way games used to run.
8Bitdo Retro Receiver updated for SNES / Super Famicom Classic Edition support
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The 8Bitdo Retro Receiver came out last year. It allows you to play the NES wirelessly with the original mode, the Analogue Nt, and other aftermarket NES systems. The device is also compatible with any 8Bitdo controller or arcade stick, as well as wireless next-gen controllers.
With the release of the Super NES Classic Edition (and Super Famicom version), you’ll be happy to hear that the Retro Receiver now supports the device. The firmware was updated to version 1.07 today to add in the functionality. You can grab the latest version here.
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Nintendo on Mario World / Yoshi’s Island – Yoshi’s creation and having him in a starring role, visual style, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Nintendo has translated the full Super Mario World / Yoshi’s Island interview we saw snippets of in Japanese earlier this week. Out of all of Nintendo’s interviews for the SNES Classic Edition thus far, this one might be the most interesting.
Takashi Tezuka, Shigefumi Hino, and Hisashi Nogami were all present to talk about the SNES games. They chatted about how Yoshi came to be, how he ended up getting a starring role in his own title, the visual style for Yoshi’s Island, and a bunch more. We also have the official translation about the original plan to have Mario hitting Yoshi when his tongue sticks out.
Continue on below for the full interview with Tezuka, Hino, and Nogami.
My Nintendo updates with SNES-themed rewards and Mario Odyssey wallpaper in North America
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 4 Comments
With the launch of the Super NES Classic Edition, My Nintendo has updated with a few rewards to celebrate. Members can choose from a couple of different wallpapers, a 3DS theme, and a discount for Ultimate NES Remix. Oh, and the site was updated with a random Super Mario Odyssey wallpaper as well.
Here’s the full roundup of rewards:
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Nintendo Minute – “A Look Back at Super Mario 64 & Super Mario Sunshine”
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in GameCube, General Nintendo, Videos | 1 Comment
Not one, but two episodes of Nintendo Minute have gone live this week. Along with yesterday’s Super Mario Odyssey video, a new one is up looking back at Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine. View the full episode below.
Retailers don’t know when, but say SNES Classic Edition will return throughout the holidays
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 4 Comments
Early reports from consumers indicate that Nintendo has done a much better job with Super NES Classic Edition shipments compared to last year’s NES Classic Edition. Still, if you’ve lucked out on finding a unit, don’t turn to the likes of eBay just yet.
Polygon heard from Target, GameStop, and Toys “R” Us that more SNES Classic Edition consoles will be available throughout the holiday season. The only slight unknown is Best Buy. The retailer did not respond to Polygon’s inquiry, but it’s very unlikely they’ll be left out of future shipments.
As for Target, GameStop, and Toys “R” Us, they say the restocks will take place sporadically during the holiday season. They’re just not offering any specific dates in terms of additional shipments. Customers will be provided with updates when shipments are expected.
