Switch / Wii U / 3DS maintenance scheduled for next week
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
Along with specific 3DS maintenance early next week, Nintendo is also planning additional downtime for the handheld plus Switch and Wii U. All three platforms will be impacted for several hours on Tuesday / Wednesday.
The schedule is as follows:
– 9 PM PT (October 10) – 2 AM PT (October 11)
– 12 AM ET (October 11) – 5 AM ET (October 11)
– 5 AM in the UK (October 11) – 10 AM in the UK (October 11)
– 6 AM in Europe (October 11) – 11 AM in Europe (October 11)
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SEGA uploads Sunset Heights track from Sonic Forces
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 1 Comment
SEGA uploaded a new piece of music from Sonic Forces today. We’re able to have a clean version of Sunset Heights, an area where Sonic darts through the crumbling landscapes in pursuit of a friend-turned-foe. Listen to the track below.
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Splatoon 2 – North American Splatfest #3 announced
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 25 Comments
Europe’s third Splatfest for Splatoon 2 is taking place this weekend. In North America, the next event will be held next weekend.
The new Splatfest pits vampires up against werewolves. It’ll begin on October 13 at 9 PM PT / October 14 at 12 AM ET. Like always, the Splatfest will last for a full day.
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Nintendo shares more special outfit codes for Pokken Tournament DX
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Two more codes can be redeemed in Pokken Tournament DX to obtain special original outfits for your trainer. Both are in the image above.
Nintendo has released other codes over the past couple of weeks. If you missed them, they’re located here and here.
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Splatoon 2 – new Snapper Canal stage footage
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Splatoon 2 just added in Snapper Canal as its newest map. Take a look at some footage of the stage below.
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Splatoon 2 – European Splatfest #3 art
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 4 Comments
Splatoon 2’s third European Splatfest is being hosted this weekend. To celebrate, Nintendo has shared some new art. We have it above.
Interestingly enough, the new Splatfest is all about toilet paper. Players are asked to choose between the position they prefer the toilet roll to be hanging.
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World of Tanks dev open to bringing the game to Switch, depends on the install base
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 6 Comments
The action MMO World of Tanks is available on most major platforms. You can find it on PC and almost all current consoles. However, there’s one system that the game has yet to reach – that being Switch of course.
Wargaming doesn’t seem to be against the possibility of releasing its game on Nintendo’s console. Speaking about the chances of a Switch version with GamesTM, senior designer Darold Hig suggested that it all comes down to the install base. If the install base is high enough, then it will make sense for the team to invest in a Switch version.
As Hig explained:
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Aokana: Four Rhythm Across the Blue releasing for Switch in Japan on March 29
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
Sprite announced today that its visual novel Aokana: Four Rhythm Across the Blue is releasing for Switch in Japan on March 29. A trailer can be found below.
Aokana: Four Rhythm Across the Blue features support for full HD resolution when playing on the TV. Those who pick up the game at launch will receive a special-drawn case jacket.
New Super Mario Odyssey introduction trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Update: Nintendo released an English version of the trailer. It’s essentially the same video, just with English text and no voice-over.
Original: Nintendo just released a new Japanese introduction trailer for Super Mario Odyssey. Watch it below.
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Splatoon 2 version 1.4.0 coming next week
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Splatoon 2 is about to receive its next major update, 1.4.0. It’ll be available next week, on October 11th in Australia, Japan and Europe and on October 10th in North America. It’ll bring with it several balance changes to both main weapon and special weapons. Before the update drops, the game will undergo maintenance and online services will be briefly unavailable. Below are the exact times:
– 5:50 PM PT (October 10) – 7:30 PM PT (October 10)
– 8 PM ET (October 10) – 10:30 PM ET (October 10)
– 1:50 AM in the UK (October 11) – 3:30 AM in the UK (October 11)
– 2:50 AM in Europe (October 11) – 4:30 AM in Europe (October 11)