NBA Playgrounds update will improve loading times on Switch, Shaq-Fu development finished
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 5 Comments
Saber Interactive has spoken about supporting NBA Playgrounds going forward with multiple updates. On Switch, one of the big things we’re waiting on the ability to play online – which should be coming very soon.
In an interview with Just Pause, Saber Interactive CEO Matt Karch also said that loading times are being improved. This is an issue for some on Switch, and loading takes the most time on Nintendo’s console than any other version. It should be addressed soon, as the team apparently improved the situation with the first upcoming update. Matt Karch
Fire Emblem Heroes update out now (version 1.3.0) – Arena changes, Training Tower difficulty, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 1 Comment
Fire Emblem Heroes has received a new update. On both iOS and Android, players can now download version 1.3.0.
Fire Emblem Heroes makes key changes to the tier system in the Arena while also adding new maps. The Training Tower’s difficulty has been adjusted as well on top of bug fixes.
This only tells a part of the picture. We have a ton of specifics about the update in the gallery below and some additional news pertaining to the Voting Gauntlet and more.
Blaster Master Zero updated to version 1.2, Destroyer Mode and EX Character Mode added
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop | 8 Comments
Update (5/3): The Blaster Master Zero update should be out now on Switch. Tomorrow on 3DS.
Update: The update may not actually be available until tomorrow. We’ll let you know when it releases officially.
Original (5/2): Inti Creates has detailed a new update for Blaster Master Zero. With version 1.2, Destroyer Mode and EX Character Mode will be added. Switch owners should be able to download the update now while 3DS players will need to wait until Thursday.
Here’s an overview of the new modes:
Zelda: Breath of the Wild update out now (version 1.2.0)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 68 Comments
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has received a new update. Version 1.2.0 is out now on both Switch and Wii U.
As detailed in today’s announcement covering Breath of the Wild’s first DLC pack, players can experience the game in one of nine audio languages: Japanese, English, French (France), French (Canada), German, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Italian, and Russian, with a different language used for on-screen text. Note that on Wii U, you’ll need to download the Voice Pack from the eShop.
Nintendo also says it implemented a number of fixes in today’s update, but didn’t elaborate on details.
Capcom working on a big Monster Hunter Stories update
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 9 Comments
Monster Hunter Stories will be getting a free major update this summer, Capcom has announced. It’s planned for this summer in Japan.
The update includes the following:
1. New Otomon: Teostra, Kushala Daora, and Rajang.
2. Character can now change appearance (eyes, mouth, hair, makeup) and gender mid-game at player’s house. New character customization parts will also be added that allow the player to dress like the original riders in the Ride On anime: Geenie, Hyoro and Mil.
3. Most of the DLC-exclusive Otomon will be able to be obtained from Monster Nests after passing through the ending, including White Monoblos, Molten Tigrex, Oroshi Kirin and Glavenus.
*Exception applies to collaboration Otomon which will remain obtainable only through DLC.
Monster Hunter Stories is coming west this fall. There’s a good chance that this update will be offered overseas as well in due time.
More: Capcom, Monster Hunter Stories, title update
Super Mario Maker update out now (version 1.46 Wii U, version 1.03 3DS)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 5 Comments
Nintendo conducted a bit of Super Mario Maker maintenance tonight. That was likely done to pave way for a new update which is out now on both Wii U and 3DS.
On Wii U, Super Mario Maker is at version 1.46. The 3DS version now stands at 1.03. In both cases, Nintendo says: “A number of issues have been fixed to make for a pleasant playing experience.”
Mr. Shifty patch should be ready in roughly two weeks
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 3 Comments
Mr. Shifty’s patch on Switch isn’t too far off. According to tinyBuild CEO Alex Nichiporchik, it will be submitted for Nintendo approval soon. The entire process is expected to take about two weeks.
Nichiporchik said:
“Just wanted to give everyone a heads-up that we were going to submit the Mr. Shifty patch this week, but due to next week being Gold Week, it wouldn’t matter as there are delays with submissions due to it. So we expect to submit the patch by end of week, and release the week after next. So in 2 weeks. It’s looking pretty good.”
The patch prepared for Mr. Shifty should mainly improve performance. It should improve issues with frame rate drops that players have been experiencing.
More: Mr. Shifty, Team Shifty, tinyBuild, title update
Swapdoodle update out now (version 1.1.2)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 4 Comments
Swapdoodle has received another small update, bringing it up to version 1.1.2. The patch is available worldwide. Nintendo’s lone statement about the update is as follows: “Adjustments have been made to make for a better gaming experience.”
More: Swapdoodle, title update
Pokemon Duel update out now (version 3.0.7)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Pokemon Duel has been update once again. Version 3.0.7 is being distributed for players across both iOS and Android.
The official patch notes for today’s update state that bug fixes have been implemented. Based on what we heard yesterday, some balancing should be involved as well.
More: Pokemon Duel, title update
Super Mario Run update out now (version 2.1.0) – new buildings, achievements, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 2 Comments
A notable update for Super Mario Run is now live. Players on iOS and Android can download version 2.1.0.
In today’s update, Nintendo has added new buildings such as the 8-bit Bowser Statue. Game Center / Google Play achievements are in as well. Other additions include the ability to show your customized Mii character from Miitomo and finding friends with a Nintendo Account.
The full patch notes are as follows:
