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
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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.
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Nintendo issuing takedown notices for Garry’s Mod, needs to delete 20 years’ worth of items
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April 24: Nintendo is always protective of its IPs, and that stance is now impacting Garry’s Mod which is being forced to take down content for the game.
Garry’s Mod, a sandbox title, has been around for nearly two decades. It was no stranger to tons of different mods, including ones tied to Nintendo. However, the company is now issuing takedown notices that will affect creations that extend all the way back to the release in 2006.
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Nintendo and Epic talked about a Samus Aran skin in Fortnite
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Samus Aran and the Metroid series could have been represented in Fortnite, and while Nintendo and Epic discussed the idea, that ultimately didn’t come to be.
That news comes from Donald Mustard, the former chief creative officer of Epic Games. Mustard chatted about his time working on Fortnite with Game File, including discussions that were held with Nintendo.
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Nintendo on whether Mario feels pain
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Have you ever wondered if Mario feels pain? Takashi Tezuka, who has been working on the Super Mario series since the very beginning, was recently asked that very question.
The Verge recently spoke with Tezuka, who weighed in – kind of. He first started out by simply stating: “It may be that Mario does feel pain.”
Mother 3 getting new plushies for Lucas, Claus, Kumatora, and Duster
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In commemoration of the game’s anniversary, the Hobonichi Mother Project is releasing a four-pack of Mother 3 plushies on April 25. The set includes Lucas, Claus, Kumatora, and Duster and costs about $72 (11,000 yen) prior to shipping fees.
Accounting for time zone changes, this means the set will go up for purchase on April 24 at 10 PM ET. Fortunately, Hobonichi is generally quite good about keeping its products in-stock – and it often provides several big restocks for its popular sellers. If you can’t afford these right now, don’t worry. They’ll most likely be available later, too.
