Zelda: Breath of the Wild devs on The Champions’ Ballad DLC – approach to the story, dungeon design, new outfits, more
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Nintendo has published the latest parts of its interview with Zelda: Breath of the Wild director Hideomaro Fujibayashi and series producer Eiji Aonuma. Once again, the discussion focuses mostly on The Champions’ Ballad DLC. The two talked about how they went about approaching new story content this time around, dungeon design, the new outfits, and more.
You can read the discussion in full below. Nintendo warns of spoilers, but there’s not really anything that’s discussed in terms of the story scenes or sequences specifically. Still, keep that warning in mind before proceeding.
Splatoon 2 adds Walleye Warehouse map tomorrow
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 12 Comments
Nintendo has announced that a new stage will be added to the Splatoon 2 map rotation tomorrow. Walleye Warehouse, returning from the first game, will be appearing.
Walleye Warehouse goes live at the following times:
– 6 PM PT (December 14)
– 9 PM ET (December 14)
– 2 AM in the UK (December 15)
– 3 AM in Europe (December 15)
We have some screenshots of Walleye Warehouse in Splatoon 2 below.
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Video: Capcom on designing Mega Man 11’s new look
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As part of its month-long Mega Man 11 coverage, Game Informer spoke with art director Yuji Ishihara to talk about his history within the company and the task of updating the classic character’s design. Check out the full video below.
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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 accolades trailer
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Nintendo has a new video up to promote the accolades Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has received over the past couple of weeks. Get a look at the video below.
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Rocket League version 1.40 out today, patch notes – improved portable resolution and more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
Rocket League is receiving a notable update on Switch and other platforms today. Psyonix and Panic Button will have it at version 1.40.
Today’s patch brings along some changes and bug fixes. Resolution has been improved when playing in portable mode, the default Controller Deadzone has been reduced, and more.
Below are the full patch notes:
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Splatoon 2 – North American Splatfest #5 art
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The fifth North American Splatfest in Splatoon 2 is taking place this weekend. To celebrate, Nintendo has released new art, attached above.
Splatoon 2 players have been asked which bad holiday gift they would rather receive: sweaters or socks. You can make your voice heard when the event begins at 9 PM PT on December 15 / 12 AM ET on December 16.
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Physical version of Runner3 announced
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 18 Comments
Runner3 will be on Switch towards the start of 2018. When it does release, it won’t just be an eShop title. Nicalis announced a partnership with Choice Provisions today that will bring fans a physical version.
You’ll be able to find Runner3 on store shelves in Q1 2018. The physical version will be priced at $39.99. Given Nicalis’ past, it’ll probably come with some goodies other than just the game on a cartridge.
Source: Nicalis PR
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Rocket League Collector’s Edition for Switch launches in January
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Psyonix has announced a release date for the physical version of Rocket League on Switch. Known as the Rocket League Collector’s Edition, it’s due out on the following dates:
– January 16 for North America
– January 24 for Australia and New Zealand
– January 25 for Central Europe
– January 26 for remaining Europe, Israel, Middle East, Russia, and South Africa (players in Europe should contact their local retailer for availability details)
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Reggie on Switch’s success, supply, and advice for finding a system; talks 3DS’ continued sales
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 4 Comments
Forbes recently caught up with Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime. Reggie had plenty to say about Switch, including its success, supply, and how consumers can go about finding the system. He also had a few words to share about the continued sales of 3DS.
You can read what Reggie had to say below. Some additional comments are on Forbes here.
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Official overview of upcoming Xenoblade Chronicles 2 updates
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Nintendo has posted an official translation of the message Xenoblade Chronicles 2 director Tetsuya Takahashi shared today about upcoming updates. It covers what’s to come in next week’s 1.1.1 patch as well as the second update.
Here’s the note in full:
