Nintendo never celebrated its 100th anniversary, Star Fox designer explains why
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A company reaching its 100th anniversary is a massive milestone, but it turns out that day came and went without much fanfare within Nintendo.
Takaya Imamura, who is known for his work on the character designs for games such as Star Fox and F-Zero, revealed that Nintendo never actually celebrated that anniversary. It seems this was largely due to former president Hiroshi Yamauchi. Yamauchi had a certain mindset and believed in particular philosophies, so the 100th anniversary was treated just like any other day.
Super Mario RPG official soundtrack release revealed
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January 29: Listings are starting to go up on retailer websites indicating that Super Mario RPG is receiving a new official soundtrack release.
It appears that three different versions are planned. Fans will be able to pick up the soundtrack itself, a sound box, and the sound vinyl box.
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Summer Game Fest 2025 showcase announced for June 6
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The Summer Game Fest 2025 showcase will take place between June 6 -9, it has been announced today. It will be hosted once again at YouTube Theater in Los Angeles at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 10 PM in the UK / 11 PM in Europe. Those not attending will be able to watch it live online.
These showcases tend to have varying level of Nintendo Switch news, and we may also be able to expect some Nintendo Switch 2 news this year too. We’ll be sure to keep you updated on everything when the event happens later in the year.
Thanks to the official X account for today’s news.
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Nintendo loses legal battle involving Super Mario supermarket
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Nintendo typically comes out on top regarding legal battles, but the company was recently unsuccessful in a dispute involving a supermarket with the Super Mario name.
A man named Don Mario has been running the shop in San Ramón, Costa Rica for decades. Recently though, his son Charlito attempted to renew the trademark that was already registered. That’s when Nintendo stepped in, claiming that it owns the Super Mario rights. It’s true that it belongs to Nintendo in many different areas, but supermarkets are an exception.
Super Mario Bros. Movie getting new steelbook release from Walmart
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie is far from a new release, but a new steelbook version is actually coming from Walmart very soon. Those interested in picking it up will be able to do so on March 4, 2025.
This new steelbook retailer is apparently a Walmart exclusive and it’s described as a limited edition. You’ll obviously get the movie itself, which is offered with 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and a digital copy. No new features appear to be included.
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Former Nintendo staff explain why Kirby used to be angrier in the west
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Back in the day, Kirby fans used to talk about how the character appeared angry – but that applies only to the west. If you looked at key art or boxart for the series’ various games in Japan, Kirby was often seen smiling and looked happier. It was overseas where things were different. So what was going on there?
Polygon caught up with a couple of former Nintendo of America staffers to get insight into the situation. Leslie Swan, the company’s former localization manager, first spoke about cultural differences between the United States and Japan and how “tween and teen boys tend to be drawn to tougher characters” in the west. However, it also seems that Nintendo didn’t exactly believe they were making Kirby angry – rather the character was depicting a look in which he’s “determined against all odds.”
Astral Chain director Takahisa Taura possibly gone from PlatinumGames
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While there have been no official announcement as of yet, it’s looking like Astral Chain director Takahisa Taura could be gone from PlatinumGames.
Speculation first began after Taura, along with others who had worked at the studio, removed the “PG” from their handles on social media. That was certainly a sign, but not enough to say anything definitive. On top of that though, fans have now spotted that Taura’s Facebook page lists “Eel Game Studio”.
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Yamper joins the Pokemon Build-A-Bear plushie line
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Yamper, the Electric-type Pokemon originally introduced in Generation 8, is now getting its own Build-A-Bear plushie.
The creature is known as a herding dog in the Galar region. It’s able to make electricity from the base of its tail.
More: Build-A-Bear, Pokemon
Celeste developer cancels new game Earthblade
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Earthblade, which was being created by Celeste developer Extremely OK Games, has now been cancelled. The studio provided an update on its official website today.
The decision to cancel Earthblade was made in December. A few things factored in here, including a split with Pedro Medeiros over “the IP rights of Celeste,” according to Extremely OK Games’ Maddy Thorson. While a resolution was met, Medeiros has moved on from the team and is hard at work on his game Neverway.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie coming in 2027 [update: March]
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December 19: According to a Variety report, Paramount Pictures will be releasing a Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie. The film is targeting a Spring 2027 debut.
The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has proven to be a success for Paramount and SEGA. Its latest addition, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, officially arrives in theaters tomorrow. A spin-off miniseries, Knuckles, also landed on Paramount+ earlier this year.
