Switch day 1 update adds new TV auto-turn on feature, info on its estimated download time
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 8 Comments
Nintendo published a Switch launch FAQ on its Japanese website, which gives an overview on the console itself, initial setup, download sizes for digital games and so. However, it also contains some new info on the elusive day 1 patch. Perfectly Nintendo have kindly translated the finer details.
The day 1 patch adds the following features to the console:
- ability to connect to the internet via Wifi hotspots that require authentication;
- post screenshots on social media;
- get news via the News feature;
- access the Nintendo eShop;
- play online;
- link a Nintendo Account to the console;
- use the Parental Controls app;
- redeem retail games on My Nintendo
While the FAQ doesn’t specify the exactly size of the day 1 patch, it says that it will take about 10 to 20 minutes to download. Naturally, this will vary greatly depending on the speed of your internet connection, but it seems like the patch will be fairly manageable in terms of size.
The patch will also add a new feature that we haven’t heard anything about so far. Should you choose to enable this new feature, your TV will automatically turn on if you put the Switch in its dock. However, your TV will need to be in standby mode for this to work, and Nintendo notes that this feature might not work with all TVs.
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6 new figures added to Pokemon Duel with latest update
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Version 3.0.3 of Pokemon Duel went live today, and in addition to various bug fixes, it also added a total of six new figures: EX Reshiram and Zekrom, Rares Flygon and Whimsicott and UC Gothita and Solosis.
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My Nintendo allows you to register physical Switch games to earn Gold Points; Switch rewards “soon”
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch, Switch eShop | 18 Comments
The Nintendo Switch is finally launching tomorrow, and various parts of Nintendo’s online infrastructure are getting ready for it – including My Nintendo.
You can now register physical Nintendo Switch games to earn Gold Points on My Nintendo – something that wasn’t possible on Wii U and 3DS. However, physical games get you fewer points than digital games – this is likely to encourage people to buy games digitally.
Rewards for Nintendo Switch are also coming to My Nintendo, though they can’t be viewed at the moment – they’re labelled as “coming soon”.
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Pokemon Duel version 3.0.3 now live
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in Mobile | 0 comments
Pokemon Duel has updated to version 3.0.3. This implements some bug fixes and the balance changes describehere.
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Miitomo getting crossover Switch launch promotion
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in Mobile, Switch | 0 comments
Miitomo will be featuring some special items to celebrate the Switch’s launch. By logging into Miitomo between March 3 and 23, players will receive Switch-themed items, getting a new one every day that they log in. The items are as follows:
There are pictures of the items below, so check them out:
Thanks to Nintendaan for the heads up!
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Nintendo Switch cartridges intentionally taste bitter to dissuade ingestion
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in Switch | 37 Comments
Several media outlets have been reporting that Nintendo Switch cartridges taste bitter. After Kotaku sent an inquiry, Nintendo responded, stating:
To avoid the possibility of accidental ingestion, keep the game card away from young children. A bittering agent (Denatonium Benzoate) has also been applied to the game card. This bittering agent is non-toxic.
So, how many of you are going to lick your Switch cartridges as soon as you get them?
Disgaea 5 Complete – Japan launch trailer
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in Switch | 1 Comment
Disgaea 5 Complete will be a Switch launch title in Japan, and Nippon Ichi Software has released a launch trailer to coincide. The game will release May 23 in North America and May 26th in Europe. Watch the trailer below:
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Miitomo – new Daily Decorations (3/2/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 1 Comment
Miitomo has been updated with new Daily Decorations. Users can check back daily for wallpapers and floorings, including the following:
– Theater stage (Wallpaper)
– Borderline (blue) (Wallpaper)
– Retro flower print (yellow) (Wallpaper)
– Retro flower print (blue) (Wallpaper)
– Log cabin (Wallpaper)
– Two-tone (pink) (Wallpaper)
– Two-tone (yellow) (Wallpaper)
– Red carpet (Flooring)
– Pile carpet (emerald) (Flooring)
– Ash flooring + circle rug (stars) (Flooring)
Miitomo Drop stages are located in the Shop tab, and can be played with Miitomo coins or game tickets.
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Pokemon GO wins “Best Handheld / Mobile Game” at 2017 Game Developers Choice Awards
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
The 2017 Game Developers Choice Awards took place earlier this evening. At the event, there was one Nintendo-related winner.
Pokemon GO was chosen as the “Best Handheld / Mobile Game”. It beat out Super Mario Run, Pokemon Sun / Moon, Clash Royale, and Reigns.
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Dragon Quest Heroes I-II footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 1 Comment
Earlier today, Dragon Quest Heroes I-II’s live stream was held on YouTube and Niconico. Take a look at the recording below for gameplay.