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Visit Walmart’s website and the first thing you’ll see at the top of the page is the Super NES Classic Edition. The retailer is advertising a restock for this week.

Between November 15 and November 17, Walmart will be selling the SNES Classic Edition. That gives you three days to nab the hardware. Try visiting Walmart at 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT for a chance to get yours.

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The Wall Street Journal is reporting on a massive agreement that is wrapping up between Nintendo and Illumination Entertainment. According to the publication, the two sides will be teaming up for an animated Super Mario Bros. movie. Illumination Entertainment has produced animated films for Universal Pictures in the past.

The Wall Street Journal says that one sticking point is how Nintendo wants to ensure it will be involved enough in the creative process. Shigeru Miyamoto has apparently been part of the talks and will likely be a producer on the movie, along with Chris Meledandri.

Currently, just one Mario movie is planned, though the agreement could allow for more. If everything goes through, Illumination’s Paris studio Mac Guff will animate the project. Since it’s in early stages of development, don’t expect to see the film for a few years.

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Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon toys are currently being offered in McDonald’s Happy Meals in North America. Meanwhile, those in Europe will be able to nab their own set of toys soon.

Fans will be able to obtain 16 different figures from various Pokemon generations. Additionally, each one will come with an official trading card.

McDonald’s will begin offering these Pokemon toys in the UK beginning January 3. The event will last until February 6.

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GamesIndustry reports that Nintendo will begin to ship its products to European retailers closer to launch than in the past. By doing so, the company is looking to ensure that release dates are not broken.

Today’s news will have an impact on the smaller stores who order their stock through distribution in particular. These retailers won’t have as much time as they did before to ensure that products are delivered to customers on time. They may have to spend more on next-day delivery so that items are provided on release day.

Nintendo said in a statement that it is “consistently reviewing its shopping schedule” so that its European release dates are honored.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Random, Switch, Videos | 6 Comments

Super Mario Odyssey recently debuted on Switch, and TheDominoKing decided to celebrate in the only way he knows how. 148,777 dominoes were used to recreate images from the game, including Mario himself, Cappy, and more.

TheDominoKing used a screen link, meaning each clip was created separately and edited together to make it look like a single scene. Many would probably agree that what has been created here is nonetheless worth admiring and is undoubtedly a painstaking process. You can watch the full tribute below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 15 Comments

My Nintendo has updated with new rewards in both North America and Europe. Stateside, Nintendo has added in Zelda rewards including a Zelda: Breath of the Wild 3DS theme, wallpaper, and discounts. European users can now use their points on a Kirby Battle Royale theme as well.

Here’s the full roundup of rewards:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch, Videos | 2 Comments

This week’s episode of Nintendo Minute has gone live. In today’s video, Kit and Krysta try out some co-op in Snipperclips Plus. Watch the full episode below.

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The latest episode of the Play Nintendo Show has gone live. In the new video, Andrew invents a machine that spreads holiday cheer and top gift picks are highlighted. Watch the full episode below.

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Charmander and Squirtle, two of the original starter Pokemon, have already been offered at Build-A-Bear. But what about Bulbasaur?

Fortunately, you’ll be happy to hear that Bulbasaur has now arrived at Build-A-Bear. The official product information is as follows:

· Online Exclusive Pokémon Bulbasaur Bundle (includes plush, 6-in-1 Bulbasaur Sound, Beanie and Scarf Accessory Set and a Build-A-Bear Workshop Exclusive Pokémon Trading Card Game [TCG] card): $55, plus tax
· Make-Your-Own Pokémon Bulbasaur plush: $35, plus tax, sold separately at Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and as part of the online exclusive bundle; includes a Build-A-Bear Workshop Exclusive Pokémon TCG card.
· Beanie and Scarf Accessory Set: $12.50, plus tax, sold separately at Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and as part of the online exclusive bundle.

The Beanie and Scarf Accessory Set and Make-Your-Own Bulbasaur plush will be available at all U.S. and Canada stores starting Saturday, Nov. 11. U.K. and Denmark Build-A-Bear Workshop stores will begin receiving the Beanie and Scarf Accessory Set and Make-Your-Own Bulbasaur plush starting Wednesday, Nov. 15.

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CNN had the privilege of speaking with Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime. Switch’s momentum, mobile, and Nintendo’s classic hardware (NES Classic Edition and Super NES Classic Edition) were all discussed. Watch the full interview with Reggie below.

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