Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 7 Comments

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has received its latest update on Switch and Wii U. Nintendo just came out with version 1.3.4.

As you would expect with the small change in version numbers, this update isn’t too significant. Nintendo says that the patch has various fixes to improve gameplay.

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 3 Comments

Toys “R” Us just started a noteworthy deal on its website today. Well over 700 games are included in a buy 1, get 1 50% off sale. Switch titles are included.

You can take advantage of the deal here. The sale will presumably last for the next week.

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos, Wii U | 29 Comments

The 35th Golden Joystick Awards took place earlier today. Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a big winner, as it earned the “Ultimate Game of the Year award”. Check out a video from the development team accepting the reward below.

These are the full lineup of winners for those who are interested:

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 4 Comments

GameStop’s Black Friday 2017 deals are in. Compared to what we’ve seen from other retailers, there isn’t too much here that’s terribly exciting.

Some of the highlights include Has-Been Heroes for $10, Rayman Legends Definitive Edition for $20, and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 for $25. Other random deals are included as well like Monopoly Gamer Collector’s Edition for $28.

Here’s the full roundup:

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments

My Nintendo Europe has added in two rewards for Mario Kart 8. Yes, that is the original game for Wii U that we’re talking about.

Both DLC packs are currently available. The Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing packs can be had for 80 Gold Points. Each reward will be on the site until February 1.

You can nab these rewards on My Nintendo here.

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 12 Comments

Toys “R” Us has shared its lineup of deals for Black Friday. Compared to the likes of Best Buy, the offers are a bit disappointing. Still, Toys “R” Us is promising $30 savings on FIFA 18, $15 on Mario Sports Superstars, and more.

The full lineup of discounts is as follows:

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 51 Comments

The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:

Switch – 79,958
PS4 – 20,021
New 2DS LL – 10,323
New 3DS LL – 7,296
PS4 Pro – 6,037
Vita – 3,210
2DS – 1,484
Xbox One X – 1,344
New 3DS – 266
Xbox One – 121
PS3 – 41
Wii U – 36

For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:

Switch – 64,387
PS4 – 21,830
New 3DS LL – 11,116
New 2DS LL – 7,914
PS4 Pro – 6,993
Vita – 3,576
2DS – 1,539
New 3DS – 287
Xbox One – 114
PS3 – 56
Wii U – 38

And here are the software charts:

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 1 Comment

A new update is rolling out for Minecraft on both Switch and Wii U. It specifically adds in a free Minecon Earth 2017 Skin Pack. Minecraft went through maintenance last night, so this update should be live as of now.

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Posted on 6 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments

This week’s Switch/ Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:

Switch

1. Super Mario Odyssey – Nintendo
2. Sonic Forces – SEGA
3. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo
4. Doom – Bethesda Softworks
5. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
6. Splatoon 2 – Nintendo
7. 1-2-Switch – Nintendo
8. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle – Ubisoft
9. Pokken Tournament – Nintendo
10. FIFA 18 – Electronic Arts

Wii U

1. Minecraft: Wii U Edition – Nintendo
2. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo
3. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
4. Just Dance 2018 – Ubisoft
5. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – Nintendo
6. New Super Bros. U + Super Luigi U – Nintendo
7. Just Dance 2017 – Ubisoft
8. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Nintendo
9. Wii Party U – Nintendo
10. Splatoon – Nintendo

3DS

1. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
2. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
3. Super Mario 3D Land – Nintendo
4. Miitopia – Nintendo
5. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
6. Luigi’s Mansion – Nintendo
7. Pokemon Sun – Nintendo
8. Layton’s Mystery Journey – Nintendo
9. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions- Nintendo
10. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo

Source: Chart-Track

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Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii, Wii U | 12 Comments

Ubisoft is shutting down online services for a number of Wii U / Wii games as of today. In a statement posted on the company’s forums, it was noted that ending services for older games with a smaller audience will allow the IT and service staff to focus on newer and more popular titles.

The lineup of affected Nintendo titles is as follows:

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