10 minutes of direct-feed Xenoblade Chronicles 2 footage
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 3 Comments
New footage is beginning to emerge from Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Watch 10 minutes of direct-feed gameplay in the video below.
September 2017 NPD: Switch #1, Nintendo systems claim two-thirds of gaming hardware sales
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch | 119 Comments
NPD will be issuing data from the September 2017 report later today. However, Nintendo has already come out with some information to highlight its strong performance.
In September, Switch was the top-selling current-gen hardware in the United States. It’s the third month in the row for the console and the fifth time overall in the seven months since launch. Sales for Switch are now at over two million units in the US alone.
Super Mario Odyssey will support Switch’s new video capture function
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest Switch firmware update added a new video capture feature to the system – however, it currently only works with four specific first-party titles: ARMS, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Splatoon 2 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. One title is soon going to be added to that list though – Nintendo confirmed via Twitter that Super Mario Odyssey will support the new video capture function as well.
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Retro City Rampage DX: Collector’s Edition delayed, now includes four alternate covers
Posted on 7 years ago by Andrew in News, Switch | 1 Comment
A Reddit user by the name of IronMadden has posted a screenshot showing that Vblank is delaying Retro City Rampage DX: Collector’s Edition. Emails from Vblank have been sent out about the physical versions of Retro City Rampage DX saying that the Standard Editions of the game are ready to ship tomorrow, but the Collector’s Editions are being delayed for at least a week. As an apology for the delay there will be four alternate covers included with the Collector’s Edition of the game as a bonus.
Touhou Kobuto V: Burst Battle launches on November 2nd in Japan
Posted on 7 years ago by Andrew in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Touhou Kobuto V: Burst Battle launched last week on the Switch in North America and Europe. The game now has a release date for Japan which will be launching on November 2nd. The company working on Touhou Kobuto V: Burst Battle in Japan also released a new trailer, which you can check out below.
Switch controller update available
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 15 Comments
You probably know about the ability to update Switch’s firmware. But did you know that you know that the console has an option to update controllers as well?
First, visit system settings. Then head on over to the “Controllers and Sensors” tab. Scroll down to “Update Controllers”, and both Joy-Con will be updated in a matter of seconds.
What’s behind the update for the controllers? Well, that’s a bit of a mystery. Nintendo doesn’t seem to have any information on that currently, but we’ll let you know if we hear anything.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update out now (version 1.3.0)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
The Switch itself received a major update today, but it wasn’t the only thing on the console to be patched. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has also been updated and is now at version 1.3.0.
Today’s update enables video capture compatibility and makes other adjustments, such as Blue Shells no longer hitting the second place player when the first place player hasn’t yet crossed the finish line. We’ve included the full patch notes below.
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Capcom reveals new mini-games for Resident Evil Revelations 1 and 2 on Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 28 Comments
Capcom has unveiled a new aspect regarding the Switch versions of Resident Evil Revelations 1 and 2 on Switch. Both titles will have original mini-games built in.
In Resident Evil Revelations, players can take on Ghost Ship Panic. This is a shooter in which you aim for a high score and earn BP to use in Raid Mode. It’s accessible on the initial load screen.
For Resident Evil Revelations 2, Capcom is including Ghouls ‘n Homunculi. Here you’ll explore a deadly island as Barry Button, which is a tribute to Ghouls ‘n Ghosts. You can also go for the high score here and earn rewards for Raid Mode.
Continue on below for the official overviews and videos for the two mini-games.
Switch version 4.0.0 footage
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Switch received its big 4.0.0 update tonight. It’s arguably the biggest system update for the platform since launch. For a look at the new additions, watch the video below.
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Best Buy hosting Super Mario Odyssey event on Saturday
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Best Buy stores across the US will be hosting a special Super Mario Odyssey event on Saturday. It’ll be held between 12 PM and 3 PM local time.
As far as the actual event goes, you’ll be able to try out Super Mario Odyssey. Fans will also be provided with a free sticker book while supplies last after their play session.
Continue on below for the full lineup of participating Best Buy outlets.
