Nintendo Switch Online receiving new Mario Kart 8 Deluxe icons
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (8/1): A new batch of user icons are being made available for Nintendo Switch Online based on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in celebration of the Booster Course Pass. We have a look at some of the designs that are planned above.
This isn’t the first time that the racer has been a featured title. However, it appears that Nintendo has prepared a fresh set of designs, and the first wave is available now. Additional waves with different designs will be going live each week. You’ll be able to claim Mario Kart 8 Deluxe icons until August 8 at 5:59 PM PT / 8:59 PM ET.
Nintendo Switch Online adds Xenoblade Chronicles 3 icons
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Original (7/28): Starting today, Nintendo Switch Online members can get their hands on new user icons based on Xenoblade Chronicles 3.
New elements will be available each week featuring characters, backgrounds, and frames. This week, fans can obtain icons featuring Noah and Mio, members of the two opposing nations of Keves and Agnus.
Wave Race 64 gameplay
Posted on 2 years ago by Dawn in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Wave Race 64 has joined the N64 Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack catalogue today, and gameplay footage of the title has emerged. A total of 21 minutes are available for viewing.
Here’s some more information about the game:
Video: Wave Race 64 Switch vs Wii U vs N64 graphics comparison
Posted on 2 years ago by Nicolas in Switch, Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Wave Race 64 has just released for Nintendo Switch Online, and we can now take a look at how this version of the game compares visually to past iterations. In this Gamexplain video, the Switch version is first compared to the N64 original, before then being compared to the more modern Wii U version.
As is expected, the Switch version is certainly an improvement over the more jagged N64 original, and since Wii U ports of N64 games tended to make things a little darker, the Switch brightens it up in comparison to be truer to its initial release.
Here is some more information about Wave Race 64:
Pokken Tournament DX is North America’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pokken Tournament DX will be offered to Nintendo Switch Online members as the service’s next Game Trial, it’s been announced. It can be accessed by all subscribers, even if you’re not a part of the Expansion Pack tier.
With the Game Trial, Pokken Tournament DX can be played entirely for free between August 18 and August 31. All progress carries over to the full version. My Nintendo members can earn 100 Platinum Points by participating as well.
Wave Race 64 joins Nintendo Switch Online this week
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Wave Race 64 is the next N64 game joining Nintendo Switch Online, it’s been announced. Those with access to the Expansion Pack tier can begin playing on August 19, 2022.
Wave Race 64, a racing title, originally released shortly after the launch of the Nintendo 64 in 1996. Players can choose from one of four watercraft racers, each with their own abilities and style, and try to capture glory in Championship Mode, go for the fastest time in Time Trials, pull off tricks in Stunt Mode, or challenge a friend in 2P VS. Mode.
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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana will be offered to Nintendo Switch Online members as the program’s next Game Trial, Nintendo has revealed. At the moment this only applies to Europe, and is set to start next week, on August 18.
Here’s some information about Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana:
Nintendo Switch Online app update out now (version 2.2.0), patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch | 0 comments
A new update just went out for the Nintendo Switch Online mobile app, with users now being able to access version 2.2.0.
A couple of new features are included here. First, it’s now possible to send friend requests with a friend code, though they can only be accepted on Switch itself. Functionality has also been added so that you can copy your friend code as a URL and/or save it as a QR code.
The full patch notes for the Nintendo Switch Online app version 2.2.0 update are as follows:
Pokemon Puzzle League joins Nintendo Switch Online next week
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Pokemon Puzzle League is joining Nintendo Switch Online next week, Nintendo has announced. It will be available to Expansion Pass subscribers starting July 15, 2022.
This continues the pattern of Nintendo releasing at least one new N64 title each month. However, Pokemon Puzzle League marks the first N64 game that had not been previously announced for the Switch Online service.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
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Original (6/28): Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle will be the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in Europe, a listing on the eShop reveals. This should apply to all PAL regions.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle can be played for free with an active subscription between July 4 and July 10. Any progress made in the game can be transferred to the full version.
