E3 2021 live event cancelled
Posted on 3 years ago by Ervin in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
In light of the Coronavirus pandemic, it seems that E3 2021’s live event has been officially cancelled according to a report published by the Board of Los Angeles Convention and Tourism Development Commission. The official statement is as follows:
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Furukawa reflects on Iwata and Yamauchi, his approach to leading Nintendo
Posted on 3 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa recently sat down with Nikkei to discuss his approach to leading the company through the current Switch era, as well as what influences past presidents like Satoru Iwata and Hiroshi Yamauchi had on him. He acknowledges that Iwata’s style is not something anybody can replicate but noted that even though he’s no longer with the company, Iwata’s influence remains at the company.
For Furukawa’s full comments, you can find Nintendo Everything’s full translation after the jump.
My Nintendo adds more wallpapers for New Pokemon Snap and Bravely Default II in North America
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Two more wallpapers have been added to My Nintendo. As well as New Pokemon Snap, there’s also yet another design for Bravely Default II.
Both of the wallpapers are priced at 50 Platinum Points each. If interested, you can redeem them here.
Nintendo president on the influence of smartphones in gaming and what dedicated consoles can bring to the table today
Posted on 3 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nikkei recently published a lengthy interview with Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa, who spoke about his philosophy on running the company, how they view their IPs, and more.
One of the bigger topics he unpacks is how smartphones have influenced the video game market and what dedicated consoles can bring to the table today. Furukawa feels that while many people are able to enjoy gaming on their phones, advances in technology can still provide interesting concepts to base new dedicated hardware on, like the Switch’s Joy-Con.
Click after the jump for our full translation of the interview excerpt.
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Nintendo Minute – “Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury – Snapshot Mode Challenge”
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
This week’s episode of Nintendo Minute has gone live. In today’s video, Kit and Krysta take on some Snapshot Mode challenges from the community. Check out the full episode below.
Japanese fans choose the top 30 most popular Pokemon in new poll
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
For one of Pokemon’s 25th anniversary festivities, a popularity vote was held in Japan over the past few days. Users could use a certain hashtag on Twitter to submit their choices.
The poll has since closed and the full results are in. Here’s a look at the top 30 most popular Pokemon as decided by Pokemon fans in Japan:
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My Nintendo adds Bravely Default II reversible poster in North America
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Tying in with tomorrow’s release of Bravely Default II, My Nintendo has received a new reward. A reversible poster is up for grabs in North America.
The poster measures 18″ x 24″ and features Gloria on the front and Halcyonia, the Kingdom of Spring Breeze, on the back. It costs 700 Platinum Points.
If interested, you can claim today’s reward here.
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Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition – Melia Antiqua figure releasing in Summer 2022, new photos
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Good Smile has news on the upcoming Melia Antiqua figure based on her appearance in Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. We won’t be seeing it for quite some time, as it won’t be ready until next summer – specifically July / August 2022.
Below is the official product description:
My Nintendo Europe offering Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury lenticular magnet set
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A new Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury reward has been added to My Nintendo in Europe. For 350 Platinum Points, members can redeem the a lenticular magnet set.
Five magnets are included in total with a lenticular effect in a polybag with inlay. Mario/Cat Mario, Luigi/Cat Luigi, Peach/Cat Peach, and Toad/Cat Toad are featured. You can move the magnets to see how each image changes.
The Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury lenticular magnet set can be ordered here.
20-minute Pokemon Presents presentation announced for February 26
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
A new Pokemon Presents presentation will air on February 26, The Pokemon Company has announced. It will last about 20 minutes.
Pokemon Presentation will be held at the following times:
