My Nintendo adds 2021 calendar in Europe
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My Nintendo members in Europe can now get their hands on a Nintendo-themed 2021 calendar.
You will receive 12 individual calendar pages with this reward, each with a unique design. This reward costs 300 Platinum Points and an additional shipping fee.
You can make your order for the calendar here.
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NPD reveals that LEGO is the best-selling third-party franchise on Nintendo platforms
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
When you think of third-party games on Nintendo systems, LEGO is one of the first things that may come to mind. After all, we’ve seen numerous titles on the Big N’s systems going back to the N64. It also helps that several LEGO games tend to release each generation.
Given all of this information, it shouldn’t be too surprising to hear that LEGO is the best-selling third-party franchise on Nintendo platforms. That’s according to the NPD Group’s Mat Piscatella.
Piscatella shared a couple of other noteworthy tidbits as well. LEGO is the ninth-biggest video game franchise in history in terms of dollar sales. LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga, LEGO Batman, and LEGO Star Wars II are the best-selling entries.
Hacker who stole proprietary information from Nintendo sentenced to three years in prison
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Earlier this year, Ryan Hernandez pleaded guilty to federal crimes related to a Nintendo computer hacking scheme. Hernandez had leaked pre-release information about Switch, and despite a warning that followed, later hacked into multiple Nintendo servers and stole confidential information about games, consoles, and developer tools.
Today, Hernandez was sentenced to three years in prison “for federal crimes related to his computer hacking scheme and his possession of child pornography found on his digital devices”. He also agreed to pay $259,323 to Nintendo in damages. Once the sentence is up, Hernandez will carry out seven years of supervised release and will be required to register as a sex offender.
The full notice from the United States Department of Justice reads:
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Mario Kart Arcade GP DX getting new mode
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Mario Kart Arcade GP DX continues to receive new content. As part of the latest update in Japan, the game is about to receive a new mode.
The new mode is actually pretty straightforward and lets players use as many green shells as they desire. With an item box, your vehicle will be given a bumper that can block a shell once. We’ll also mention that Wario, who was previously an unlockable character, can now be used immediately.
Here’s some screenshots showcasing the new mode and Wario:
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My Nintendo adds Mario ornament, holiday cards in North America
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Two new rewards have joined My Nintendo in North America. Along with a Mario ornament, members can spend their points on holiday cards.
Below is a bit of information about both rewards:
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Super Nintendo World – “Grand Opening” trailer
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos | 0 comments
A new trailer has come in for Super Nintendo World to promote the theme park’s opening at Universal Studios Japan early next year. View it below.
Super Nintendo World will open its doors on February 4, 2021.
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Video: A look at Super Nintendo World and its Mario Kart ride
Posted on 3 years ago by Bryce(@brodee922) in General Nintendo, Videos | 0 comments
Famitsu’s YouTube account has published a three minute video looking at some of the features of Super Nintendo World, which is coming to Universal Studios Japan. This short preview showcases some of the parts of the Mario Kart AR ride as well as Bowser’s Castle.
Check out the full video below.
Super Nintendo World opens in Universal Studios Japan, Osaka on February 4, new details and pictures shared
Posted on 3 years ago by Bryce(@brodee922) in General Nintendo, Images, News | 0 comments
The Nintendo theme park, Super Nintendo World, has finally received an opening date. This attraction will be added to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on February 4.
This news comes with a slew of new details and pictures, detailing such things as a Mario Kart ride and Bowser’s Castle. Bowser’s Castle will greet visitors with all of the earnable cups in the Mario Kart game as well as a giant Bowser statue.
Nintendo Minute – “Nintendo Shopping Spree Challenge!”
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This week’s episode of Nintendo Minute has gone live. In today’s video, Kit and Krysta go on a shopping spree for some Nintendo gifts and donate the items to Starlight Foundation. Check out the full episode below.
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Pokemon 25th anniversary logo revealed, sharing news about “very special upcoming celebration” soon
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Pikachu was featured at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade today, marking twenty consecutive years that Pokemon has been represented there. During the short segment, the series’ 25th anniversary logo was revealed. News regarding the big milestone and “very special upcoming celebration” will be shared soon.
As far as new game releases go, we do at least know that New Pokemon Snap and a sequel to Detective Pikachu are on the way. It remains to be seen what else is in store, but hopefully we’ll be hearing more towards the beginning of 2021.
Here’s a look at Pikachu’s appearance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade:
