Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 111 Comments

Update: Some additional rumored details from Nintendo Life:

– Information comes from “several” EA staffers
– EA was apparently one of the first publishers to get access to NX development hardware
– Nintendo is citing EA as a key ally when it comes to making its next console a success
– Multiple meetings in March
– Meetings will apparently decide how much support EA (EA Sports) arm will be giving Nintendo in the near future
– EA wants “a detailed plan” on how Nintendo intends to win over sports fans with NX
– EA is keen to learn how Nintendo intends to build up a large enough “sports” audience on NX
– This was apparently one of the key reasons for the publisher abandoning Wii U
– EA is asking Nintendo to spend more advertising dollars during televised sporting events like NFL games, NBA games, MLB games, World Cup matches and the World Series in order to claim this audience
– EA is citing the fact that both Sony and Microsoft spend a large portion of cash during such events, and that EA’s titles are given prominence in promotional campaigns
– Sources see Nintendo not bundling EA games with consoles as an insult; both Sony and Microsoft are involved with such bundles
– The company will be asking Nintendo to consider shipping NX consoles with leading EA Sports titles, such as FIFA and Madden
– During a December meeting between EA and Nintendo executives, an EA exec “criticized Wii U for not having entertainment apps for MLB.TV, NBA, WWE Network, NHL Gamecenter Live, and the NFL”
– EA believes PS4 having these apps is a key reason for the machine’s success among sports fans
– EA wants NX to be able to run such apps or offer similar functionality

As relayed on Twitter by Liam Robertson, someone well-known for discovering information about cancelled games and other industry news, EA is in rumored to be in possession of NX development kits. Furthermore, they’ve apparently had them for awhile.

Robertson has also said that Nintendo and EA will meet in March “to hash things out and discuss potential plans.” It sounds like EA wants to pursue cross promotions such as sports console bundles. Robertson added that “EA wants Nintendo to help them cultivate an audience for sports fans if they’re going to go on board with NX.”

Here’s a roundup of everything posted by Robertson:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Finger Gun Games has been hard at work on Stone Shire’s 1.1 update during the past few months. If all goes as planned, it will be available in early March.

Stone Shire’s patch adds a number of elements like lit and dark areas, water blocks, and the ability to craft different doors. There’s also off-TV play, support for the Wii U Pro Controller and Classic Controller, and more. Read the full patch notes here.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 5 Comments

Update: Stella Glow, Hatsune Miku, and Etrian Odyssey 2 price-matched on Amazon.

Best Buy is holding a one-day sale on several video games. In terms of Nintendo titles, these ones have been discounted:

– Etrian Odyssey 2 Untold: The Fafnir Knight – $29.99 (save $20)
– Rodea: The Sky Soldier Wii U Launch Edition – $29.99 (save $20)
– Stella Glow – $29.99 (save $20)
– Kung Fu Panda: Showdown of Legendary Legends 3DS – $14.99 (save $15)
– Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai DX – $19.99 (save $20)

Head on over to this page to take advantage of the offers listed above.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Bear Box Media just confirmed last week that U Host would be available in March. According to a listing on the eShop, the game is due out in Europe on March 3. Pricing is set at €9.99.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

Soul Axiom is nearly ready to make its first debut on PC, with console versions (including Wii U) coming in Q2. Check out a new trailer below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments

Unsurprisingly, there’s more Nintendo maintenance lined up for this week. Much of it will actually be happening later today – for Splatoon and Wii U/3DS online maintenance. There will also be maintenance specific to 3DS tomorrow as well.

Here’s the full lineup:

Splatoon

– 4 PM PT (Monday) – 6 PM PT (Monday)
– 7 PM PT (Monday) – 9 PM PT (Monday)
– 12 AM in the UK (Tuesday) – 2 AM in the UK (Tuesday)
– 1 AM in Europe (Tuesday) – 3 AM in Europe (Tuesday)

Wii U/3DS (online play, rankings, etc.)

– 4 PM PT (Monday) – 6 PM PT (Monday)
– 7 PM ET (Monday) – 9 PM ET (Monday)
– 12 AM in the UK (Tuesday) – 2 AM in the UK (Tuesday)
– 1 AM in Europe (Tuesday) – 3 AM in Europe (Tuesday)

3DS (online play, rankings, etc.)

– 4 PM PT (Tuesday) – 5 PM PT (Tuesday)
– 7 PM ET (Tuesday) – 8 PM ET (Tuesday)
– 12 AM in the UK (Wednesday) – 1 AM in the UK (Wednesday)
– 1 AM in Europe (Wednesday) – 2 AM in Europe (Wednesday)

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

15 minutes of footage is in for Inside my Radio, as attached in the video below. We’ll be seeing the game on the Wii U eShop this Thursday.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

A new commercial has arrived for the Japanese 3DS game Haikyuu!!: Cross Team Match. You can view it below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 9 Comments

Much like with Hyrule Warriors, Pokken Tournament implements a limit on amiibo usage. Players can use amiibo five times per day to unlock special bonuses.

Here’s another look at the functionality:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments

The Yo-kai Watch anime now has a final premiere date in the UK. Cartoon Network will begin airing episodes on April 22, the series’ Twitter account confirms.

Here’s the tweet in full:

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