February 2022 Nintendo Direct live stream, live blog
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
The February 2022 Nintendo Direct will be kicking off in just a bit, and we’ve set up a live stream. We actually have separate embeds ready to go for North America, Europe, and Japan.
As was announced yesterday, the event will begin at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 10 PM in the UK / 11 PM in Europe. We mentioned this previously, but it’ll focus on Switch games launching during the first half of 2022 – though Nintendo could go beyond that window for some games. In any case, we’re in for 40 minutes of news.
You can watch the February 2022 Nintendo Direct as it happens with the live stream below. We’ll also have a live blog going throughout the event plus additional coverage on the main site during and after it airs.
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Microsoft indicates that Activision Blizzard games will still come to Switch
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Despite Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard, it sounds like Xbox will still be supporting its franchises on Switch.
Some have been concerned about what would happen to Activision Blizzard games on competing platforms. However, Microsoft has said that it will continue to release Call of Duty games on PlayStation consoles, and is “interested in taking similar steps to support Nintendo’s successful platform.”
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February 2022 Nintendo Direct announced
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
A new Nintendo Direct for February 2022 will air tomorrow, February 9, Nintendo just announced. It will be a 40-minute video focusing on Switch titles releasing in the first half of 2022.
The presentation will go live at the following times:
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Hades Zagreus Nendoroid out in October, new photos, pre-orders open
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
We’ve got news about the upcoming Nendoroid for Zagreus, which was originally announced last September – including news about pre-orders. The Hades figure was initially shown with a simple piece of concept art, but the final design has now been finalized.
Below is the official product description:
Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection Arthur Nendoroid out in October, pre-orders open, new photos
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Good Smile has provided an update on the upcoming Arthur Nendoroid based on the character’s appearance in Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection – and it’ll include extras thanks to optional weapon parts and a treasure chest.
First up, we now have a final look at the design. You may recall that we only saw it in prototype form a few months ago. It also now looks like Athur will be released in October 2022.
Below is the official product description:
My Nintendo adds Animal Crossing wrapping paper set in Europe
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Those in Europe can now get their hands on a new Animal Crossing wrapping paper set from My Nintendo. It was just added to the site a few days ago.
The reward includes three designs and a sticker sheet. Nintendo says that it works well for Valentine’s Day or birthday gifts.
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Nintendo Monthly Rewind – January 2022
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
A new Nintendo Monthly Rewind video has gone up for January 2022. It covers the launch of Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Kirby and the Forgotten Land trailer and release date, new title releases, and more.
Here’s the full video:
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Nintendo on Switch demand and production, metaverse / NFT interest, more
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo reported its financial results earlier today, and after the information was published, held a call with investors. Analyst David Gibson was on hand and provided a summary of what was said. Topics include the status of Switch including demand and product, interest in the metaverse as well as NFTs, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Animal Crossing amiibo cards up on the UK My Nintendo Store with collectors album
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Animal Crossing fans in the UK will be happy to hear that the series’ amiibo cards are back in stock on the My Nintendo Store, and the latest collectors album is up for grabs.
At least for now, each of the five series is available. Additionally, those that pick up the Animal Crossing series 5 amiibo cards will receive the latest collectors album.
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How Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie laid the groundwork for 3D platformers
Posted on 3 years ago by Luiz in Features, General Nintendo, Videos | 0 comments
Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64 are both at this moment available to play on Switch via Nintendo’s online service. It’s great to see those two together considering how important they were for early 3D gaming. I decided to revisit them recently and I was impressed by how well they still hold up.
In today’s video, I talk about the different ideas that Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64 brought to the industry, how they understood the best ways to bring the full potential of 3D environments, and also how they failed in some aspects due to how early ideas and the technology were at the time. You can check the video down below.
