Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – loading times video comparison (initial boot, tracks)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 21 Comments
We’ve heard that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe features improved loading times. In a new video from NomComms, we’re able to see just how much they’ve improved.
With the initial boot, the time it takes to start up Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is nearly half of the Wii U version. Going into tracks themselves also shave off several seconds.
Watch the full video comparison below.
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Minna de Waiwai! Spelunker footage from Square Enix live stream
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Square Enix hosted a live stream today to celebrate the launch of Minna de Waiwai! Spelunker in Japan. The full recording, with footage from the final build, can be seen below.
How to unlock the Mercedes-Benz DLC in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, plus footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 1 Comment
It was initially suspected that the Mercedes-Benz DLC would be returning in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe after a certain set of tires were spotted in a recent trailer. If you needed any additional confirmation, new footage has emerged showing the extras in action.
You will have to put in a little bit of work to obtain the Mercedes-Benz DLC in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. For the 300 SL Roadster, you’ll need to collect 750 coins. The GLA Tires unlock at just 60 coins.
Here’s some footage of the Mercedes-Benz DLC in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
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Additional Switch maintenance taking place tonight
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has scheduled more maintenance specific to Switch for tonight. Certain network services may be impacted for a little over two hours.
The maintenance schedule is as follows:
– 4:45 PM PT – 7 PM PT
– 7:45 PM ET – 10 PM ET
– 12:45 AM in the UK – 3 AM in the UK
– 1:45 AM in Europe – 4 AM in Europe
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – a look at the new pink boost
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 3 Comments
As previously mentioned, Mario Kart 8 features a new pink boost after the blue and yellow sparks appear. GameXplain takes a closer look below.
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Scans roundup – Marvelous Switch games, The Snack World, Layton’s Mystery Journey, The Great Ace Attorney 2
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Switch | 0 comments
This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlights include Marvelous’ Switch games, The Snack World, Layton’s Mystery Journey, and The Great Ace Attorney 2 (plus a single Pokemon Sun/Moon scan). Scans of all games can be found below.
Latest Capcom TV featuring The Great Ace Attorney 2, Ultra Street Fighter II
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
This week’s episode of Capcom TV aired a short while ago. The Great Ace Attorney 2 and Ultra Street Fighter II were the main highlights, but Capcom naturally took the opportunity to show off the already-released Monster Hunter XX. The full recording of the show can be found below.
Media Create sales (4/10/17 – 4/16/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 64 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
Switch – 45,673
New 3DS LL – 18,115
PS4 – 17,067
Vita – 5,592
PS4 Pro – 4,855
2DS – 4,475
New 3DS – 1,234
PS3 – 432
Wii U – 271
Xbox One – 142
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
Switch – 45,509
New 3DS LL – 25,719
PS4 – 25,006
Vita – 7,780
2DS – 6,240
PS4 Pro – 5,051
New 3DS – 1,995
PS3 – 1,724
Wii U – 449
Xbox One – 187
And here are the software charts:
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ARMS – Nintendo gives a proper introduction for Mechanica
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 15 Comments
The official Japanese ARMS Twitter account is back with another update on the upcoming Switch game. New messages shared today give more insight into Mechanica.
Mechanica, otherwise known as “Rocket Girl”, works at the “Scrap Yard” factory. She’s a mechanical design engineering prodigy, and has dreamed of participating in the ARMS Grand Prix ever since she was a child. Although she can’t directly use ARMS, she’s able to do so through an exoskeleton that she herself created.
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First look at the Japanese Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star special edition
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 8 Comments
Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star was revealed for Switch last week. In Japan, Marvelous is preparing a special version of the game.
A first look at the Japanese Fate/Extella: The Umbral Star Limited Box was provided on the game’s official website today. In addition to a copy of the game, a special box designed by Aruko Wada and travel pouch are included.
