Reggie on Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo’s back catalog, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 80 Comments
Forbes has a new interview up with Reggie Fils-Aime, president of Nintendo of America. Reggie was asked about what we can expect from Nintendo Switch Online as well as the company’s back catalog. He also commented further on why Switch has been in short supply and the importance of the first-party Switch games out of the gate.
Hear what Reggie had to say about these topics below. You can find the full interview on Forbes here.
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MXGP3 heading to Switch on November 17
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Milestone has confirmed the release date for MXGP3 – The Official Motocross Videogame on Switch. The game will be arriving on November 17.
By purchasing MXGP3, you’ll gain access to the following:
– All the riders, bikes and tracks of the 2016 season, including the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations
– The Career Mode that will allow players starting from the MX2 category to enhance their reputation and compete with other riders to become the new MXGP World Champion
– An even more complete level of bike and rider customization: more than 300 official components from over 75 brands, 40% more than in the past edition
– One of the most popular and acclaimed features of the MXGP series, up to 10 2-stroke bike models with dedicated physics and audio that can be used in any game mode
MXGP3 will cost $39.99.
Source: Milestone PR
Hand of Fate 2 developer “investigating” Switch port
Posted on 7 years ago by Joshua in Interviews, Switch | 3 Comments
Hand of Fate 2 is a possibility for Switch. Developer Defiant Development is looking into it at least. In an interview about Hand of Fate 2, communications manager Lee May said, “it’s definitely something we’re investigating.”
May’s full words:
“Definitely a possibility, but we’re not promising anything yet. The Switch is very popular around the studio and we recognize that the mobile format is a lovely fit for Hand of Fate’s gameplay. We don’t have anything to announce on the platform at the moment, but it’s definitely something we’re investigating. There are a ton of fantastic indies on the Switch right now, and we’d love to join them.”
If Hand of Fate 2 were to make it to Switch, it would be yet another well-loved indie series on the platform.
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Rumor: Zelda: Breath of the Wild getting Explorer’s bundle
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 11 Comments
Link’s Hideaway claims to have obtained information about a new bundle for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. A supplier listing indicates that the game will be getting an “Explorer’s” bundle on November 23. The UPC and manufacturer part number are different from the original launch version, further suggesting that this is an entirely new package.
As for what’s in the bundle, it’ll come with the game, a two-sided map, and Explorer’s Guide with lore and learnings. The listing does not make mention of any DLC.
If the listing is accurate, this new bundle will cost $59.99.
Kimishima on Switch stock, sales, and tease; Capcom and Koei Tecmo on support
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 107 Comments
The Wall Street Journal and Reuters have both passed along comments and notes from Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima. Following the release of the company’s financial results, Kimishima held a short press conference in which he spoke about Switch stock plus sales, and also teased what’s to come for console. Aside from what Kimishima had to say, Capcom and Koei Tecmo commented on their Switch support.
Here’s a roundup of everything:
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Switch sales surpass 300,000 units in the UK, Mario Odyssey’s first week stronger than any Wii U title’s debut
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 19 Comments
Super Mario Odyssey helped boost Switch sales in the UK. Sales for the system were up 64% week-on-week, catapulting its overall total beyond 300,000 units in the country. With sales from Nintendo’s official store in the UK not included, sales should be even higher.
As for Super Mario Odyssey, it had the biggest launch on Switch this year. Its first week boxed sales are also stronger than any Wii U title’s debut.
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UK software sales (Week ending 10/28/2017) – Switch/Wii U/3DS charts
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 1 Comment
This week’s Switch/ Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:
Switch
1. Super Mario Odyssey – Nintendo
2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo
3. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle – Ubisoft
4. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
5. Lego Worlds – Warner Bros. Interactive
6. 1-2-Switch – Nintendo
7. Splatoon 2 – Nintendo
8. FIFA 18 – Electronic Arts
9. Fire Emblem Warriors – Nintendo
10. Pokken Tournament – Nintendo
Wii U
1. Just Dance 2018 – Ubisoft
2. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
3. New Super Bros. U + Super Luigi U – Nintendo
4. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo
5. Minecraft: Wii U Edition – Nintendo
6. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – Nintendo
7. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Nintendo
8. Mario Party 10 – Nintendo
9. Just Dance 2017 – Ubisoft
10. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
3DS
1. Miitopia – Nintendo
2. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
3. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
4. Super Mario 3D Land – Nintendo
5. Luigi’s Mansion 2 – Nintendo
6. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
7. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions – Nintendo
8. Layton’s Mystery Journey – Nintendo
9. Pokemon Sun- Nintendo
10. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo
Source: Chart-Track
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UK software sales (Week ending 10/28/2017)
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch | 3 Comments
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Kimishima: More ways to have fun with Switch to be announced in 2018
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 21 Comments
Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima shared a cryptic Switch-related tease as part of the company’s financial results today. According to Kimishima, there will be more ways to have fun with Switch, with details to be announced next year.
Nintendo often holds Nintendo Directs towards the start of a new year to outline what’s to come. A presentation in January may not be out of the question. We’ll just have to wait and see…
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Nintendo million sellers – October 2017
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 14 Comments
As part of its latest financial results, Nintendo has updated its listings of million sellers across various platforms, including Switch games. Have a look at the latest numbers below.
