Hades Zagreus Nendoroid out in October, new photos, pre-orders open
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
We’ve got news about the upcoming Nendoroid for Zagreus, which was originally announced last September – including news about pre-orders. The Hades figure was initially shown with a simple piece of concept art, but the final design has now been finalized.
Below is the official product description:
Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection Arthur Nendoroid out in October, pre-orders open, new photos
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Good Smile has provided an update on the upcoming Arthur Nendoroid based on the character’s appearance in Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection – and it’ll include extras thanks to optional weapon parts and a treasure chest.
First up, we now have a final look at the design. You may recall that we only saw it in prototype form a few months ago. It also now looks like Athur will be released in October 2022.
Below is the official product description:
My Nintendo adds Animal Crossing wrapping paper set in Europe
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Those in Europe can now get their hands on a new Animal Crossing wrapping paper set from My Nintendo. It was just added to the site a few days ago.
The reward includes three designs and a sticker sheet. Nintendo says that it works well for Valentine’s Day or birthday gifts.
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Nintendo Monthly Rewind – January 2022
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
A new Nintendo Monthly Rewind video has gone up for January 2022. It covers the launch of Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Kirby and the Forgotten Land trailer and release date, new title releases, and more.
Here’s the full video:
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Nintendo on Switch demand and production, metaverse / NFT interest, more
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo reported its financial results earlier today, and after the information was published, held a call with investors. Analyst David Gibson was on hand and provided a summary of what was said. Topics include the status of Switch including demand and product, interest in the metaverse as well as NFTs, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Animal Crossing amiibo cards up on the UK My Nintendo Store with collectors album
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Animal Crossing fans in the UK will be happy to hear that the series’ amiibo cards are back in stock on the My Nintendo Store, and the latest collectors album is up for grabs.
At least for now, each of the five series is available. Additionally, those that pick up the Animal Crossing series 5 amiibo cards will receive the latest collectors album.
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How Mario 64 and Banjo-Kazooie laid the groundwork for 3D platformers
Posted on 2 years ago by Luiz in Features, General Nintendo, Videos | 0 comments
Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64 are both at this moment available to play on Switch via Nintendo’s online service. It’s great to see those two together considering how important they were for early 3D gaming. I decided to revisit them recently and I was impressed by how well they still hold up.
In today’s video, I talk about the different ideas that Banjo-Kazooie and Super Mario 64 brought to the industry, how they understood the best ways to bring the full potential of 3D environments, and also how they failed in some aspects due to how early ideas and the technology were at the time. You can check the video down below.
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Charlie Day, Mario movie’s Luigi, says the film is “top secret”
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Charlie Day appeared on one of the latest episodes of Jimmy Kimmel Live and was asked about being involved with the upcoming Super Mario animated movie in which the actor is playing Luigi. Unfortunately, he couldn’t say a whole lot.
According to Day, the movie is “top secret”. It also looks like he’s currently in the recording process as he had recorded lines that morning. Other than that, we learn that the actors are recording individually rather than together in a group.
The full exchange between Day and Kimmel regarding his involvement in the Super Mario Bros. movie as Luigi is as follows:
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My Nintendo Europe adds Nintendo 64 poster set
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
My Nintendo members in Europe can now purchase a set of posters showing off several Nintendo 64 classics with their Platinum Points. The set includes 3 posters, one of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, one for Mario Kart 64, and lastly a poster featuring Starfox 64. Here are the full details:
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Video: Banjo-Kazooie graphics comparison (N64 vs. Xbox vs. Switch)
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Thanks to GameXplain, we have a new graphical comparison for Banjo-Kazooie on the N64, Xbox, and Switch.
As many fans know, the 3D platformer made its debut on the N64 in 1998. It then saw a remastered version on the Xbox in 2008. The game is now back on Nintendo with its upcoming arrival on the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service.
