Switch / Wii U / 3DS maintenance taking place tonight
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 6 Comments
Switch, Wii U, and 3DS will be undergoing more maintenance tonight. Certain network services such as online play and rankings may be affected for a little over an hour.
The schedule is as follows:
– 6:45 PM PT (May 31) – 8 PM PT (May 31)
– 9:45 PM ET (May 31) – 11 PM ET (May 31)
– 2:45 AM in the UK (June 1) – 4 AM in the UK (June 1)
– 3:45 AM in Europe (June 1) – 5 AM in Europe (June 1)
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Smash Bros. Switch rumor heats up with supposed screenshots leak (fake)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 84 Comments
Update 2 (6/1): The person behind the images has come forward confirming that the “leak” is fake. That’s the end of it, folks!
Update: While it’s not been made absolutely official, we can close the book on this one. The evidence here and certain sites such as GameXplain stating outright that the images were fabricated are enough.
Original (5/30): One game heavily rumored for Switch ever since the system’s reveal is Smash Bros. Early speculation suggested that Nintendo would eventually bring out something that mixes the Wii U and 3DS versions together into one ultimate package. With Nintendo’s big E3 presentation just two weeks away, the Smash Bros. Switch rumor is back in the news.
Unconfirmed screenshots from Smash Bros. on Switch are beginning to spread like wildfire online. The images appear to originate from 4Chan. Although anyone can post on the site under anonymity – making some rumors dubious – reports have panned out correctly from time to time in the past. In fact, before Nintendo’s Switch unveiling in January, someone accurately leaked the full slate of titles that appeared at hands-on events.
A first glance at the Smash Bros. screenshots would lead us to believe that they’re the real deal, or at least that someone put in a lot of effort here. But you know what people say these days: anyone can create a fake leak. Switch will undoubtedly receive a Smash Bros. game at some point, though we definitely can’t say that these images can be trusted. If they are true, we’re looking at some new content like Target Smash and improved visuals in the 3DS stages.
More: E3 2017, Super Smash Bros.
Sonic Mania will cost $20
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 34 Comments
If you’re picking up the Sonic Mania: Collector’s Edition, it’ll cost you $70 (or perhaps a bit less if you have something such as Amazon Prime). But if you’re going for the standard version on the eShop, the game will be priced significantly less. We have confirmation from SEGA that Sonic Mania is planned to cost $19.99 ($25.99 CAD).
In other Sonic Mania news, new screenshots and art are in. Find the latest images below.
Source: SEGA PR
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SEGA confirms August 15 launch for Sonic Mania
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Last week, news leaked out through Sonic Mania’s Steam page that the game will be launching on August 15. SEGA has now followed up and made it official.
Here’s a new pre-order trailer:
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New Monster Hunter XX screenshots on Switch
Posted on 8 years ago by Fernando in Screenshots, Switch | 2 Comments
Amazon Japan has just uploaded a bunch of new screenshots showing Monster Hunter XX on Switch. Check them out in the gallery below:
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Honey ∞ Parade Games working on a Switch title other than Shinobi Refle: Senran Kagura
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
Earlier this year, it was announced that Senran Kagura producer Kenichiro Takaki had established his own studio within Marvelous known as Honey ∞ Parade Games. It’s here where the Switch game Shinobi Refle: Senran Kagura is being developed.
In this week’s Famitsu, Takaki reveals that Honey ∞ Parade Games is working on another Switch game alongside Shinobi Refle, which should make use of the system’s unique features. Also, it will be a retail title unlike the upcoming Senran Kagura game.
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Square Enix on making Seiken Densetsu Collection for Switch, developments for 25th anniversary teased
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 5 Comments
In this week’s issue of Famitsu, Seiken Densetsu Collection producer Masaru Oyamada is interviewed. Oyamada spoke about why the package was brought to Switch and also teased new developments for the series’ 25th anniversary.
Below are several tidbits from the interview, as translated by Gematsu:
- (Regarding the release of Seiken Densetsu Collection🙂 When I thought that I wanted to release a packaged edition that compiles the first three Seiken Densetsu games, Nintendo Switch, the most suitable hardware, was announced. The platform makes it easy for users to enjoy multiplayer.
- Today’s elementary school students only know the latest high-definition graphic titles. I want parents and children to enjoy the classic Seiksen Densetsu titles together.
- The point I want you to pay attention to is the transition and connection of the series. I want you to become acquainted with these amazing games released over 20 years ago.
- The tricks from the original versions of the games were left almost as is.
- (Regarding a new title:) Of course, I would like to announce new developments on the series’ 25th anniversary.
- It’s still undecided, but there may be some sort of movement when playing Seiken Densetsu Collection.
- I want to develop the series more and more from here on. Please support us.
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Lots of Fire Emblem Warriors details – 2 more original characters, games being represented, more
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in New Nintendo 3DS, News, Switch | 64 Comments
A bunch of new details about Fire Emblem Warriors have leaked out of Famitsu. We have news about two more original characters, which games in the series are being primarily represented, and more. Read up on all of the information below.
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Nintendo battling tech companies for Switch parts due to industry shortages
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 18 Comments
We recently heard that Nintendo is looking to increase production of Switch due to high demand. The Wall Street Journal has backed up the earlier report, and now claims that the big N is trying to ship out close to 20 million units by March 2018.
There is a significant problem getting in Nintendo’s way though. The Wall Street Journal writes that the industry is facing “an industrywide capacity shortage for components used in smartphones, computer servers and other digital devices.” This includes “NAND flash-memory chips that store data, liquid-crystal displays and [Linear Resonant Actuators] the tiny motors” used for Switch’s HD Rumble feature.
The Wall Street Journal further adds the following:
ARMS Global Testpunch adding Ramen Bowl stage this weekend
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
Over the past few days, Nintendo has been making it clear that the ARMS Global Testpunch will feature fresh elements this weekend. Certain modes are being swapped out, such as Hoops for V-Ball.
Nintendo also said today that the ARMS Global Testpunch will feature a new stage when it returns this weekend. Min Min’s signature level, the Ramen Bowl, will be added in.
We’ll continue to inform you about other ARMS Global Testpunch changes as Nintendo shares more details.