Donkey Kong Jr., VS. Excitebike, Clu Clu Land confirmed for Nintendo Switch Online this month
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A few days ago, Nintendo’s own website appeared to leak the lineup of games being added to Switch Online for the month of May. Donkey Kong Jr., VS. Excitebike, and Clu Clu Land were all listed as upcoming titles. Nintendo has now confirmed the news officially.
Donkey Kong Jr., VS. Excitebike, and Clu Clu are indeed this month’s NES releases. All three are slated for May 15.
Here’s an introduction to each game:
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Official website seemingly reveals Nintendo Switch Online NES games for May 2019
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Each month, Nintendo adds a new wave of NES games to the Nintendo Switch Online service for subscribers. That will continue once again in May, and we should be finding out about the latest round of titles soon. However, Nintendo’s very own website appears to have outed the lineup early.
The site lists the following as upcoming titles:
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Mario Tennis Aces: Special Demo available now until May 3rd, comes with free 7-day trial of Nintendo Switch Online
Posted on 5 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Still wondering whether or not to pick up Mario Tennis Aces? Then you might be interested in the following: a “Special Demo” of Mario Tennis Aces is now available on the Switch eShop. The demo features singles tournament matches; winning matches gives you points, which are tracked on an in-game leaderboard. Participating in a tournament unlocks Mario’s classic overalls outfit, which can be carried over into the full game. In addition to regular matches, you can also try Yoshi’s Ring Toss in the Co-op Challenge mode.
The demo requires an active Nintendo Switch Online membership to participate; luckily, the demo comes with a free 7-day trial of Nintendo Switch Online. If you download the demo, a code will be sent to the e-mail address associated with your Nintendo Account.
Nintendo Switch Online now at nearly 10 million accounts, 2.8 million accounts have played Tetris 99
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch eShop | 0 comments
During its financial results briefing today, Nintendo provided an update on Nintendo Switch Online. The company says that the service is now at 9.8 million accounts, excluding trials.
Tetris 99 also appears to be doing well. 2.8 million accounts have played the game, Nintendo says.
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Nintendo Switch Online app update out now (version 1.5.1)
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch | 0 comments
The Nintendo Switch Online app has received an update – at least on iOS. Version 1.5.1 implements the latest bug fixes. Nothing else is mentioned beyond that.
The update isn’t up on Android at this time, but it’ll presumably be issued to users on those devices soon.
NES – Nintendo Switch Online update out now (version 2.4.0) – new games and SP version live
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The NES – Nintendo Switch Online app on Switch has received its monthly update. Version 2.4.0 is live, featuring the latest games and one more SP version.
Punch-Out!!, Star Soldier, and Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels are all available. On top of that, an SP version of Kid Icarus has been added.
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Nintendo Switch Online app update out now (version 1.5.0)
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The Nintendo Switch Online mobile app has been updated. On both iOS and Android, version 1.5.0 has gone live.
Nintendo says it has implemented “various performance and usability” such as “changing the button display position.” The patch also includes bug fixes.
To use the Nintendo Switch Online app, you’ll now need to have iOS 10.0 or later. Android users will need to be on version 5.0 or higher going forward.
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Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream, Star Soldier join Nintendo Switch Online
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The next batch of NES games for Nintendo Switch Online have been revealed. April’s lineup includes Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream, and Star Soldier.
Here’s an introduction to the three titles:
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Twitch Prime giving out free Nintendo Switch Online subscription
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Are you a member of Twitch Prime? If so, you’ll be happy to know that the service has extended a generous offer to Switch players.
Twitch Prime members can redeem a free Nintendo Switch Online subscription at no extra cost. You can initially receive three months for free, followed by another nine months by staying a Prime member to claim the second part 60 days from now.
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Nintendo offering Splatoon 2 Special Demo, comes with discount and Nintendo Switch Online trial
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Nintendo has announced a new Splatoon 2 Special Demo. It goes live on the eShop today, and can be played for a week starting tomorrow morning.
Even if you have Splatoon 2, you may want to download the demo regardless. For one thing, users will be emailed a seven-day free trial for Nintendo Switch Online. If you don’t have Splatoon 2, you’ll be able to save 20% during the demo period.
