Tetris 99 announces 48th Maximus Cup with Donkey Kong Bananza theme
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo is preparing a 48th Maximus Cup which can provide players with a new Donkey Kong Bananza theme, it’s been announced.
This is actually the first promotion of the Nintendo Switch 2 era. However, the rules are the same as usual. You’ll just need to reach 100 points (higher placement in matches gives more points) in order to unlock the Donkey Kong Bananza theme in Tetris 99. It will have background art, music, and Tetrimino designs based on the title. This goes without saying, but you’ll need a Nintendo Switch Online membership in order to play.
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Mario Paint gets surprise Nintendo Switch Online release, features mouse controls
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
As a surprise out of nowhere, Nintendo has just released Mario Paint on Switch Online.
A big feature is that mouse support is included. You can either use the Joy-Con 2 or a compatible USB mouse. Now that Switch 2 has launched, Nintendo may have felt this was a fitting time to have it ready. A subscription to the Expansion Pack tier is not required, so all Nintendo Switch Online members can access it.
Here’s a brief overview:
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Donkey Kong Bananza player beats the game with 0 bananas collected
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Random, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Donkey Kong Bananza has tons of bananas to collect throughout its many layers, but one players has done what most probably haven’t – which is obtaining zero of them.
Akfamilyhome shared the feat on social media. At this point this is the first time we’re hearing about a player beating Donkey Kong Bananza with 0 bananas collected (at least in terms of sharing that accomplishment online and having it be widely recognized).
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How to farm Banandium Chips in Donkey Kong Bananza
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Ethan in Guides, Switch 2 | 0 comments
For those playing Donkey Kong Bananza, we’ve got a new guide that serves as a helpful way to farm Banandium Chips.
As you might expect from a collect-a-thon platformer, Donkey Kong Bananza takes quite a while to 100 percent complete. Even if you grab all static Banandium Gems, you won’t have enough Skill Points to max out your Skill Tree. For that, you’ll need to trade in Banandium Chips for extra Banandium Gems. You’ll earn a fair number of these just by playing through the game, but inevitably you’ll get to the point where you need to collect more.
We’ve tested several different methods and have settled on the fastest one – shout-out to Relative_Barber_1921 on Reddit for figuring this one out. The location of this method is one of the later layers in the game, so if you’re looking to avoid spoilers of all kinds, you might want to bookmark or remember this post and come back later.
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Wander Stars announces Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer [update: delay]
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
June 7: A release date has now been announced for Wander Stars, which was previously announced for Nintendo Switch. Those interested in the title can play it starting on August 1, 2025.
It’s been a year since we last heard about Wander Stars. We weren’t sure when the game would be coming out, so it’s nice to know that it’s just a couple of months away.
Tons of details can be found in the following overview:
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 getting Infinity Castle Arc Character Pass, Muzan Kibutsuji
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
SEGA and Aniplex are back with more news for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 with details about what’s happening after launch.
First, an “Infinity Castle Arc Character Pass” will be arriving after release. We also know that series antagonist Muzan Kibutsuji will be available as a playable character in VS Mode via a free update. Specifics about timing will follow later.
Shantae Advance reveals Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
As we get closer to the summer launch of Shantae Advance, the game’s physical release has now been revealed. Limited Run Games is in charge of production.
There are plans to sell a standard version, Classic Edition, and Revolutionary Edition. The Classic Edition offers the game, deluxe holofoil box, soundtrack, and steelbook. The Revolutionary Edition has all of these items as well as six art prints, 50 trading cards, pixel art light, Squid Baron plush, metal retro cart keychain, and individually numbered certificate of authenticity.
Here’s an official overview of the game for those that need a refresher:
Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure announced for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Zugalu Entertainment and Crimson Herring Studios are planning Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure for Nintendo Switch 2, the two companies announced today. As of now it’s planned for Q4 2025, but that may only apply to the PC version.
Hunter’s Moon: A Sovereign Syndicate Adventure is a Victorian steampunk roguelike deckbuilder set in the world of Sovereign Syndicate before the events of the first game. Players will choose from four characters with unique cards and abilities, customize a deck and character, and investigate a mysterious plague while battling corrupted beasts and bosses in turn-based combat.
Additional details can be found in the following overview:
Cattle Country “Beneath and Beyond” update out now, patch notes
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A big “Beneath and Beyond” update has just landed in Cattle Country, Playtonic Friends and Castle Pixel’s frontier life sim.
The update includes an expanded mining system, allowing players to delve deeper into the land they call home. Users can unearth rare minerals, uncover hidden mining objects like torches, ladders and dynamite, and maybe even stumble upon a few long-lost bandit treasures. There are also quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.
Below is the full rundown:
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Old-school adventure game Pokettohiro out on Nintendo Switch this week
Posted on 2 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Ratalaika Games, along with David Marin, today announced that Pokettohiro will be appearing on Nintendo Switch in just a few days. The title arrives on August 1, 2025.
Pokettohiro is an old-school adventure experience that was actually designed for the Game Boy Color. As part of the journey, a group of heroes must gather the fragments of the Magic Crystal to face the evil Black Knight and prevent the destruction of the kingdom.
Here’s some additional information:
