The Nintendo Power brand has been brought back in a big way. Nintendo just released the first episode of its new “Nintendo Power” podcast. You can listen to it right here.

Host Chris Slate is joined by Nintendo Minute co-host Kit Ellis and Damon Baker from Publisher and Developer Relations at Nintendo of America to look back at Switch’s first year. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild developers Eiji Aonuma and director Hidemaro Fujibayashi then discuss their game.

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Brawlout dev on Switch issues and further details on next update

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 11 Comments

After it was first made known in August, the Switch version of Brawlout released on Switch this week. It was confirmed a few days ago that a patch is due out very soon. The update is arriving “shortly after launch which addresses any minor frame stutters or crashes”.

Interestingly, it seems there’s a bit more to the patch. Angry Mob Games shared a few more details with fans over on Reddit.

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Zelda: Breath of the Wild stickers out now on iMessage

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If you’re on an iOS device with access to iMessage, you can purchase a new set of stickers from Nintendo based on Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It features Link, Princess Zelda, and other familiar faces from Hyrule, including memorable lines and poses.

The Zelda: Breath of the Wild iMessage stickers are up on iTunes here. It’ll set you back $1.99.

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Nintendo reveals the best-selling Switch games of 2017, sort of

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 30 Comments

It’s been a busy year for Nintendo and Switch, with many titles launching on the platform since its debut in March. With 2017 coming to a close, Nintendo has decided to share a listing of the system’s best-selling games this year. Sort of. There are a couple of caveats to consider.

But first, on with the list:

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Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack will let you play Christmas Mode on Switch for two days only

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments

Inti Creates is celebrating the holidays in Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack. For two days only, players will be able to partake in Christmas Mode on Switch.

The mode will be around on December 24 and December 25 only. In it, presents will be appearing all over, and it’ll be your duty to collect as many as possible while taking on enemies.

More information about Christmas Mode can be found below.

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ARMS version 5.0.0 launches tomorrow

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 6 Comments

The next major update for ARMS will be available tomorrow, Nintendo has announced. It will be highlighted by the addition of a brand new fighter who was teased over the weekend.

Aside from the latest character, Nintendo hasn’t said much about ARMS version 5.0.0. We should have details very soon at least.

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Fire Emblem Warriors – Fates DLC footage

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in New Nintendo 3DS, Switch, Videos | 28 Comments

Footage has emerged giving us a good look at the first wave of DLC for Fire Emblem Warriors based on Fire Emblem Fates. Have a look at some gameplay below.

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3DS eShop charts (12/20/17)

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This week’s 3DS eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Pokemon Silver
2. Pokemon Gold
3. Super Mario Bros. 3
4. Pokemon Ultra Sun
5. Zelda: Oracle of Ages
6. Zelda: Oracle of Seasons
7. Pokemon Ultra Moon
8. Pokemon Yellow
9. Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
10. Super Mario World
11. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
12. Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
13. Super Mario Kart
14. Super Mario Bros.
15. Retro City Rampage: DX
16. Mario Kart 7
17. Pokemon Red
18. Zelda: A Link to the Past
19. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
20. The Legend of Zelda

Videos

1. Mario Party: The Top 100 – Official Game Trailer
2. Ever Oasis Launch Trailer
3. Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon: Game Overview
4. Hey! Pikmin Crash Trailer
5. Mario Party: The Top 100 – Game Modes and amiibo Trailer
6. Team Kirby Clash Deluxe – Ready for Launch
7. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions – Accolades Trailer
8. Pokemon Bank Trailer
9. Pokemon Rumble World Trailer
10. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions – Launch Trailer
11. IronFall Trailer
12. Super Mario Maker for 3DS – Overview Trailer
13. Mario Party: The Top 100 – Announcement Trailer
14. Super Mario Odyssey Nintendo Switch Presentation Trailer
15. Super Smash Bros. – Final Video Presentation
16. Pokemon Direct 6/6/17
17. Mimikyu’s Exclusive Z-Move in Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon
18. Mario Kart 7 Video
19. Meet Team Rainbow Rocket – Pokemon Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon
20. Dragon Ball Fusions

Source: 3DS eShop

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Tactical Mind coming soon to Switch

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

A listing on the eShop shows a new title from QubicGames and Drageus Games. Assuming what’s shown on the store is accurate, Tactical Mind will be out starting this week.

Tactical Mind is a strategy game in which you gather energy, spawn and upgrade Pawns while also attacking and disabling your opponent’s Pawns. It features a single-player campaign as well as local multiplayer.