Switch becomes the fastest-selling home gaming system ever in Canada
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Switch has reached another major milestone. Based on the latest information provided by NPD, Nintendo has confirmed that its console is now the fastest-selling home gaming system ever in Canada.
Pierre-Paul Trepanier, Nintendo of Canada’s general manager and senior director, said in a statement today:
“The response that the Nintendo Switch has received from Canadians has been nothing short of spectacular. We’re thrilled to have seen such record-breaking momentum in 2017.”
Nintendo announced earlier this month that Switch had become the fastest-selling home video game system of all time in the U.S. as well. Over 4.8 million units have been sold in the country since launch.
Source: Nintendo PR
Snow Moto Racing Freedom also out in North America next month
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Bigben recently confirmed that Aqua Moto Racing Utopia will be coming to Switch in North America next month. Zordix’s other racer, Snow Moto Racing Freedom, will also be out in February.
Snow Moto Racing Freedom will be distributed physically and digitally. Pricing is set at $39.99.
Here’s some additional information and a trailer:
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Nintendo Labo hands-on events also taking place in London next month
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As is the case in New York City and San Francisco, Nintendo UK will be hosting a few hands-on events for Nintendo Labo next month. It will be on display between February 14 and February 17 in South Kensington, London.
You can register your interest here. Keep in mind that you’ll need to do so by February 1.
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Nintendo Labo pricing for the UK
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Nintendo Labo’s US pricing was confirmed shortly after yesterday’s reveal. As for the UK, Nintendo’s own store provides that information.
The Variety Kit and Robot Kit will cost £59.99 and £69.99 respectively. For the Customization Set, you’ll need to fork over another £8.99.
You can currently register your interest in Nintendo Labo on the Nintendo UK store here.
Your Four Knight Princess Training Story details / screenshots cover the protagonist
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Nippon Ichi has prepared a new round of details and screenshots for Your Four Knight Princess Training Story. The latest batch of content covers the protagonist, including his occupation, abilities, and customization options.
We’ve rounded up all of the news about Your Four Knight Princess Training Story below. The latest translations come courtesy of Gematsu.
Nintendo will not distribute Nintendo Labo cardboard patterns for free
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Update (1/18): Unfortunately, IGN France’s information was correct, and the site has now posted a retraction. Contrary to its first report, you will not be able to receive the cardboard patterns for free.
Original (1/17): IGN France appears to have a bit of additional information about Nintendo Labo. According to the site’s report, “the kits will not be mandatory – although the cartridge is needed – since Nintendo plans to offer the cardboard design pattern for free for aspiring builders”.
Nintendo Labo will be starting out with the Variety Kit and Robot Kit on April 20. A Customization Set will also be sold that includes fun stencils, stickers, and colored tape.
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Disgaea 1 remake heading to Japan this summer
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During a video broadcast today, Nippon Ichi announced the latest information about the Disgaea series.
First, CEO Sohei Niikawa revealed that a remake of Disagea 1 is in the works. It will be released in Japan this summer. No information or images were shared, but given the success of Disgaea 5 Complete and the company’s commitment to Switch, this one should end up on Nintendo’s console.
Niikawa also teased the next entry in the series, Disgaea 6. However, we have even less information about this one, so we may not be hearing about it anytime soon.
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Rocket League’s new default menu music has been decided
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Psyonix asked its fans on Twitter to vote on new default menu music for Rocket League last week. The poll has now closed, and the results are in.
“Breathing Underwater” has been announced as the winning track. In total, over 50,000 votes were recorded.
Psyonix passed along the news on Twitter:
Thanks to all 50,000+ of you who voted in our music poll! We're thrilled to have "Breathing Underwater" by @HolywdPrinciple and @etheredm back as the default menu track in our next update! 🏎️🚀🏎️🚀🏎️🚀
— Rocket League (@RocketLeague) January 17, 2018
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December 2017 NPD: Switch tops December US sales as 3DS posts its best sales month since December 2014
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Nintendo has shared new information about its sales performance ahead of the latest NPD report release later today.
In the US last month, Switch sold more units than any other gaming system. 1.5 million units were sold during the five-week reporting period of December. Nintendo also reiterates that “Switch has sold more than 4.8 million units, making it the fastest-selling home console in U.S. history.”
.52 Gal Deco being added to Splatoon 2 soon
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
Another new weapon is coming to Splatoon 2. The .52 Gal Deco is identical to the regular .52 Gal in terms of stats, however it comes with the Curling Bomb sub-weapon and the Sting Ray special. It will be available in-game on January 20th in Japan, Australia and Europe and on January 19th in North America.
