Nintendo has shared a new interview with Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma all about Link’s Awakening. During the discussion, Aonuma spoke about how he’s always wanted to remake the Game Boy title, why Chamber Dungeons are a good fit here, what the inspiration behind the art style was, and more.

Here’s the full interview:

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Sakurai goes into detail as to how the Smash Bros. CG trailers are made

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

One of the most exciting aspects of Super Smash Bros. is finding out about new characters. With the past two series entries in particular, they’ve been noteworthy since Nintendo goes all out with CG trailers.

In his latest Famitsu column this week, director Masahiro Sakurai detailed how these trailers were made. We learn about the initial steps starting with actually planning the video all the way up through working with Digital Frontier and going through the various stages of creation.

Here’s our full translation of the column:

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[Review] Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered

Posted on 5 years ago by Jakob Vujovic(@jakovujo) in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments

System: Switch
Release date: June 24, 2019
Developer: Kaiko / Volition
Publisher: THQ Nordic

Red Faction Guerrilla Re-Mars-tered is the latest re-release of a last generation game from THQ Nordic, if the stunningly awful pun didn’t reveal that much. Saints Row The Third held up as a fine example of last generation open world design, even as its particular irreverent sensibilities often felt like a relic – the game showed its age but it was nonetheless fun to play.

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Top 20 best-selling Switch games in Spain since launch

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Vandal has shared a listing of the top 20 best-selling games in Switch since launch.

There’s plenty of Switch representation here, with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe topping the chart. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, a third-party release, is also in the top ten along with a couple of FIFAs.

Here’s the full lineup:

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Rumor: Amazon Mexico lists Luigi’s Mansion 3 for October 4

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 0 comments

Nintendo has yet to give Luigi’s Mansion 3 a proper release date. Aside from confirming a 2019 launch, the company hasn’t said when exactly we can expect the Switch game.

Amazon Mexico may have some insight. According to the retailer, Luigi’s Mansion 3 is on track for October 4.

We’re generally wary of posting unconfirmed retailer release dates, but there could be something to Amazon Mexico’s listing. For one thing, the site previously leaked South Pack: The Fractured But Whole and RPG Maker MV for Switch. October 4 is also a Friday, so it’s a realistic date. We would still advise maintaining some skepticism, but it’ll be interesting to see if this pans out.

Source, Via

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Astral Chain pre-load live in North America

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

As of today, Astral Chain can be pre-loaded in North America. Nintendo first made the option available in Japan last night.

By pre-loading, you can download the game’s data ahead of time. Doing so will let you play the digital version right at launch.

Astral Chain is launching on August 30. It’ll take up 9.6GB of space.

Source: Switch eShop

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Fire Emblem: Three Houses confirmed to have same-sex romance options

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Nintendo of America has confirmed that Fire Emblem: Three Houses will include same-sex relationships are possible for select characters in Fire Emblem: Three Houses. At this time, the company is keeping quiet on specifics so that the game isn’t spoiled for players.

Although not confirmed, a supposed leak did crop up not too long ago, which contained information about same-sex relationships. These characters were named as possible options:

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10 minutes of Gun Gun Pixies footage

Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments

Thanks to Noisy Pixel, we have a look at the English version of Gun Gun Pixies with ten minutes of footage. View the gameplay below – just keep in mind it’s not something you want to watch at work.

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How to unlock the amiibo gazebo in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, confirmed music tracks

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As previously reported, Fire Emblem: Three Houses has an amiibo gazebo. It can be used to obtain various items, but also receive special music tracks. While the feature won’t be immediately accessible, it doesn’t take long until you gain access.

Destructoid reports that the amiibo gazebo unlocks after completing the game’s tutorial mission, getting accepted into the academy as an instructor, and then completing the initial academy tour. The next day, you’ll start as a teacher and you can freely tour the academy. You’ll also be able to access the gazebo without any guards getting in the way.