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Super Smash Bros. for 3DS screenshot (6/3/14)

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 2 Comments

Along with today’s screenshot, Sakurai passed along the following message on Miiverse:

Some stages have been shrunk down and made into trophies, like this one of Tortimer Island for the 3DS version. I wish I could have a figurine like this in real life.

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Another look at the latest Wii U firmware update

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments

Video: A look at the Wii U quick start menu

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 1 Comment

I’ve come to realize that trying to operate the Wii U while recording is pretty tough. Hopefully this turned out fairly okay though!

Steel Diver: Sub Wars 2.0 update out now

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments

Update: Here’s a look at what’s new:

The 2.0 update for Steel Diver: Sub Wars is now available. To obtain it, head on over to the eShop and initiate the patch download. Simple enough!

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Wii U update version 5.0.0 out now, adds quick start menu and more

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 31 Comments

Nintendo has released a major system update for Wii U, bringing the firmware version up to 5.0.0.

One of the major features introduced in today’s update is the quick start menu. Players can now more easily begin playing games without having to encounter the menu screen.

Other changes/additions include new GamePad Alerts that can be displayed on the GamePad when the Wii U is turned off, the ability to install system updates after they’re finished downloading while the console is in Standby, and more.

You can find the full update notes from Nintendo below.

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Medabots 8 boxart

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images | 2 Comments

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Nintendo hosting “Tomodachi Life Hangout” on YouTube this Friday

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

Nintendo will be hosting something called the “Tomodachi Life Hangout” on its YouTube channel later this week. It seems as though things will be kicking off on Friday, so hit up the stream above once it’s live.

The Tomodachi Life Hangout appears to be a simple chat hosted by Nintendo of America assistant PR manager Krysta Yang, who will be joined by a few panelists to discuss the game.

Thanks to TruExtent for the tip.

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Nintendo at E3 2014 – Treehouse streaming schedule – Miyamoto appearance and more

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 15 Comments

Nintendo has confirmed its E3 2014 Treehouse streaming schedule. As previously mentioned, members of Nintendo of America’s Product Development division will be hosting demos and more throughout the expo.

You can count on hours upon hours of streaming content next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Here’s the specifics of each:

Tuesday, June 10: 11:35 AM PT – 4:00 PM PT
Wednesday, June 11: 9:15 AM PT – 6:00 PM PT
Thursday, June 12: 9:30 AM PT – 5:00 PM PT

Along with game demos of new and previously unannounced titles, there will also be special guest appearances. Shigeru Miyamoto, for example, will be appearing next Tuesday afternoon.

You’ll find a full overview of Nintendo’s Treehouse streaming plans after the break.