Nintendo shows off The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s Hyrule Castle built in Minecraft
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As an interesting aside from the traditional news cycle, Nintendo has shared a new video that features a version of Hyrule Castle from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild built entirely within Minecraft.
According to a translation presented on Resetera, this is intended to show how the famous castle appeared before Ganon and disaster struck within the game. In addition, the build was apparently put together by a “certified” team over at Microsoft, showing even more relations between them and Nintendo.
Those interested can check out the video below.
Famitsu’s most wanted games (4/21/19)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Pokemon Sword/Shield takes over as the new Nintendo top spot.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between April 4 and April 10.
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Fitness Boxing shipments have surpassed 300,000 units worldwide
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Total shipments of the Switch title Fitness Boxing have surpassed 300,000 units worldwide, Imagineer has announced. That’s based on shipments of physical copies in all regions plus download sales.
Imagineer says Fitness Boxing – which Nintendo published in the west – has been well-received by players, and has been selling out – particularly in Japan. The Japanese eShop will host a 20% discount for Golden Week between April 25 and May 8.
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Switch eShop deals – Aragami, Immortal Redneck, Overcooked 2, Toki, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Switch eShop. These include Aragami: Shadow Edition, Immortal Redneck, Overcooked 2, Toki, and more.
Here’s the full roundup of sales:
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Splatoon 2 – Hare vs. Tortoise worldwide Splatfest results
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Splatoon 2 held its latest Splatfest this weekend. It was another worldwide event, pitting Team Hare up against Team Tortoise.
Following 48 hours of battles, the Splatfest has ended. Nintendo has also now shared the full results.
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Nick Chavez has taken over Doug Bowser’s role of SVP sales and marketing at Nintendo of America
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Reggie Fils-Aime retired as president of Nintendo of America this week. That led to Doug Bowser taking over that role. But what about Bowser’s previous position?
This wasn’t widely reported, but Nick Chavez is Nintendo of America’s new senior vice president of sales and marketing. Chavez will likely have more of a public role now, as he’ll be involved with interviews with outlets that Bowser previously handled, and he’s already been quoted in a couple of Nintendo’s press releases this week. We wish Chavez the best in his new role.
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Pre-order updates (4/21/19)
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Cytus Alpha footage
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Cytus Alpha will initially land on Switch this Thursday, with a physical version to follow in April. Check out a bunch of footage in the video below.
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Fire Emblem Heroes – Tempest Trials+: Taste of Spring starting soon, summoning event live
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
It’s been announced that Tempest Trials+: Taste of Spring will be kicking off in Fire Emblem Heroes on April 24. By clearing the event maps and raising your score, you can earn rewards. The 5-star Special Hero Leo: Extra Tomatoes and the Sacred Seals Chill Atk 1 and Wind Boost 1 will be provided as bonuses.
Tying in with that event, a new summoning focus has gone live. Three Heroes from among the bonus allies are available.
We’ll also mention that Blessed Gardens: New Map has been added. This challenge has players completing three consecutive battles with three teams.
Happy 30th anniversary to the Game Boy
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
The Game Boy first launched in Japan on April 21, 1989. That means the system is celebrating a big birthday today. Happy 30th anniversary!
While modern gamers may think of systems like the DS, 3DS, and perhaps even Switch, the Game Boy started it all with playing on the go. It’s where the sensations that were Tetris and Pokemon first took place. The handheld line would later spawn the Game Boy Color, GBA (and SP), and Game Boy Micro before it was eventually retired.
After its release in Japan, the North American launch took place on July 31, 1989. Europe would later get the system on September 28.
