Universal Studios Japan partners with The Pokemon Company
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Universal Studios Japan and The Pokemon Company have announced a new partnership for new attractions to Universal’s theme park in Osaka, Japan. The new pokemon-themed additions have not been specified, but the first of these attractions is scheduled to be open to park guests sometime in 2022. Here are the details we know so far:
Steve and Alex Minecraft Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo packaging
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Images | 0 comments
Nintendo’s official Japanese online store has posted the packaging for the upcoming Steve and Alex Minecraft amiibo for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Get a look at the design above.
At least in Japan, Nintendo will be selling the two figures as a double pack or as standalone products. The company has not clarified its distribution plans for North America and Europe.
My Nintendo offering double Gold Points for Smash Bros. Ultimate and DLC
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
A new offer has just started on My Nintendo for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. If you buy the game or select DLC, you’ll receive double the Gold Points.
Note that the offer only applies to purchases made through the eShop or Nintendo.com. It works with the main game, Fighters Pass, and Fighters Pass Vol. 2. Additionally, it’s compatible with any of the characters released thus far: Piranha Plant, Joker, Hero, Banjo & Kazooie, Terry, Byleth, Min Min, Steve & Alex, Sephiroth, Pyra/Mythra, and Kazuya. Mii Fighter costumes do not appear to be eligible.
TGS 2022 date set
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
TGS 2022 (Tokyo Game Show) already have a date and is confirmed to take place between September 15 and September 18, 2022, show organizers announced today. It is tentatively planned to be held at the Makuhari Messe per usual. Beyond that, further information has not been provided. That’s hardly surprising given how it’s a year out.
TGS 2021 just took place last week. It was held later than normal as we’re typically used to seeing it happen during the middle of September. While TGS 2020 was all digital due to the pandemic, this year’s event opened things up a bit with an online and digital mix.
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Nintendo’s “The Download” video – September 2021
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo has put out a new video highlighting some of the games that were added to the eShop around September 2021. Get a look at it below.
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Japan Game Awards 2021 winners announced
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
At TGS today, the winners were announced for the Japan Game Awards 2021. A number of Switch games were selected across various categories with Monster Hunter Rise ultimately taking home the top prize alongside Ghost of Tsushima.
The full list of winners is as follows:
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Among Us Nendoroid, Nia figure, Ace Attorney Nendoroids, and more shown
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
At Wonderful Hobby Life For You!! 34 today, the latest news surrounding figures was shared, including the reveal of a Nendoroid for Among Us.
The Among Us Nendoroid will take the form of the crewmate everyone knows and loves. As another update, we have a look at the final version of the 1/7 scale figure for Nia from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 which we got a first look at earlier in the year. Also included at the show are Nendoroids for Phoenix Wright and Miles Edgeworth from Ace Attorney, a Nendoroid for Arthur from Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection, figma for Demi-fiend from Shin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD Remaster, 1/6 scale figure for Reisalin Stout from Atelier Ryza, 1/7 scale figure for Sophie Neuenmuller from Atelier Sophie, and Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin long cat miniature figure.
Here’s a look at the full set of figures, including the Nendoroid for Among Us:
Nintendo Monthly Rewind – September 2021
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A new Nintendo Monthly Rewind video has gone up for September 2021. Fans can catch up on various news, including the latest Nintendo Direct announcements, Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and more.
Here’s the full video:
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LEGO Super Mario 64 Question Block launch trailer
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Nintendo has released a launch trailer to celebrate the release of the LEGO Super Mario 64 Question Block.
For those that missed our previous coverage, here’s some additional information:
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The Game Awards 2021 to be held on December 9
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The Game Awards 2021 now has a final date. Like all previous years, it will close out the year in December. Fans will be able to tune in on December 9.
The Game Awards skipped its in-person presence in 2020 due to the pandemic. For 2021, creator and host Geoff Keighley will be bringing that component back. It will be invite-only and is set to be held at the Microsoft Theater. Information regarding health and safety protocols will follow at a later date.
