Rumor: LEGO Zelda: The Great Deku Tree set out in September
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Bricktastic claims to have new details about the first LEGO set based on The Legend of Zelda, which will be the previously-rumored Great Deku Tree.
According to the site, the product launches this September. Once again, you’ll apparently be able to choose between looks inspired by Ocarina of Time and Breath of the Wild – the latter features green leaves while the latter has pink leaves.
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Monster Hunter series sales surpass 100 million units, Rise tops 15 million copies
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Capcom today shared the latest sales data for the Monster Hunter series as well as Monster Hunter Rise specifically.
The entire franchise is now at 100 million units worldwide. Monster Hunter Rise, which released on Switch, has sold over 15 million units while Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak exceeded 8 million units.
The full notice from Capcom reads:
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Square Enix announces new multiplatform strategy, includes Nintendo platforms
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Square Enix today announced a new business strategy, which includes a shift in its releases on supported devices. As part of that change, it seems that the company will be pursuing Nintendo support more aggressively. This could include Switch, but certainly the next console as well.
Square Enix says it will “pursue a multiplatform strategy that includes Nintendo platforms, PlayStation, Xbox, and PCs.” The company also mentioned: “Especially, in regards to major franchises and AAA titles including catalog titles, it will build an environment where more customers can enjoy our titles.”
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Xenoblade 3 Mio scale figure release date, pre-orders open, new photos
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We have an update on the new Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Mio scale figure, including a release date, pre-orders, and photos. This was first revealed during Smile Fest 2022.
The figure is based on an original illustration drawn by Masatsugu Saito, the character designer of the series. The team behind it put a lot of care into the sculpting of the details and texture of Mio’s clothes. Additionally, the multilayered base features the Zephyr icon, which is the mark of her initial class.
Nintendo on game development resources, says “development will inevitably become longer, more complex, and more advanced”
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During Nintendo’s financial results briefing Q&A this week, president Shuntaro Furukawa was asked to weigh in on the company’s game development resources. He was also asked how many resources have shifted to the new system following Switch.
Furukawa brought up how Nintendo has “continuously expanded our development resources over the past several years through the recruitment of recent graduates and mid-career hires.” Also, rather than pursuing merges and acquisitions, the priority is to focus on its own developers as well as external partners. Another interesting mark if that Furukawa mentioned “game development will inevitably become longer, more complex, and more advanced.”
His full comments are as follows:
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Good Job developer Paladin Studios has closed its doors
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Paladin Studios, the development company perhaps best known for its work on Good Job, has closed its doors.
The news was shared on its official website. Co-founder and co-CEO Derk de Geus said that the studio “unfortunately failed to land enough work to cover our burn-rate.” In order to avoid insolvency and debt while giving employees proper severance, the decision was made to shut down the company.
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First 4 Figures reveals Animal Crossing: New Horizons Isabelle statue, pre-orders open
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First 4 Figures hasn’t done much with Animal Crossing, but that changes today with the reveal of a new statue of Isabelle from New Horizons.
The company says it “meticulously replicated” details of the character, including her attire with the coral Nook Inc. aloha shirt and white skirt. You can say the same about Isabelle’s appearance since the statue retains her floppy ears and ponytail.
Super Nintendo World reconfirmed for 2025 launch at Universal Epic Universe with Donkey Kong Country area
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A brief update was shared today about the Super Nintendo World location at Universal Epic Universe. For one thing, a 2025 launch has been reconfirmed. Additionally, a Donkey Kong Country area is planned.
Universal Epic Universe is the new theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida. How to Train Your Dragon, Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, and Dark Universe are the other attractions.
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LEGO Super Mario getting several new sets in August 2024
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A bunch of new LEGO Super Mario sets are coming this summer, with new listings show products for Adventures with Interactive LEGO Mario, Adventures with Interactive LEGO Luigi, Adventures with Interactive LEGO Peach, Soda Jungle Maker Set, Goombas’ Playground, The Bowser Express Train, King Boo’s Haunted Mansion, and Battle with Roy at Peach’s Castle. Everything here is slated for August 1, 2024.
Here’s some information about each of the different LEGO Super Mario sets coming in August 2024:
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LEGO Animal Crossing reveals new sets – K.K. Slider and more
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
New products were just announced for the LEGO Animal Crossing line with new products coming this August.
One set is the Town Hall and has minifigures for Isabelle, Audie, and K.K. Slider. Also happening is an airport set with Dodo Airlines pilot Wilbur and Tangy. Tangy is shown holding a Nook Miles Ticket.
