The Super Mario Bros. Movie Direct will air on March 9, Nintendo just announced. This will take place at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET / 10 PM in the UK / 11 PM in Europe.

According to Nintendo, the presentation will include the final trailer for the film. No game information will be shared.

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The Good Life reveals Behind the Secret of Rainy Woods DLC

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More than a year after its original launch, The Good Life is getting new DLC dubbed “Behind the Secret of Rainy Woods”. This will be available for Switch players on March 9.

The Good Life’s new DLC will contain twelve brand new side quests “with many secrets left to uncover”. An official overview with more information can be found below.

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Minecraft reveals Mega Man X DLC

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Another collaboration has just landed in Minecraft, as players can get their hands on brand new DLC based on Mega Man X.

The world of Mega Man X has been recreated, complete with the official soundtrack and 14 classic skins from the series. Players can use the Blue Bomber’s arsenal of nine weapons to fight an army of Mavericks as they make their way through iconic levels and defeat epic bosses.

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February 2023 Pokemon Presents announced

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A new February 2023 Pokemon Presents has just been announced, which will air in time for Pokemon Day. Fans can tune in on February 27 at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.

According to The Pokemon Company, the event will feature “about 20 minutes of exciting Pokemon news in celebration of Pokemon Day 2023”. Other specifics were not provided.

You’ll be able to watch the February 2023 Pokemon Presents on YouTube. We’ll be sure to share all of the notable news once it’s announced next week.

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Microsoft enters 10-year commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo platforms

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Original (12/6): According to Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer, the company has entered into a 10-year commitment to bring Call of Duty to Nintendo platforms. This is assuming that the merger between Microsoft and Activision Blizzard King goes through.

Spencer said that “Microsoft is committed to helping bring more games to more people – however they choose to play.”

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Level-5 Vision 2023 presentation announced

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A new Level-5 Vision 2023 presentation will air on March 9, 2023, Level-5 just announced. It will be held at 3 AM PT / 6 AM ET / 11 AM in the UK / 12 PM in Europe. English subtitles will be supported.

Level-5 says it will be sharing information about its upcoming slate of games. Featured titles include Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road, Decapolice, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time, Megaton Musashi, and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam.

Level-5 Vision 2023 will be live streamed on YouTube. Access the official site here.

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Switch update out now (version 16.0.0), patch notes

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The latest firmware update has just gone out for Switch, and all users can now access version 16.0.0.

With a big number change like that, you’d probably expect some additions or changes. However, this one appears to be on the lighter side. System stability improvements are included per usual, but there’s also a modification regarding user nicknames.

The official patch notes for the Switch version 16.0.0 update are as follows:

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Shigeru Miyamoto clarifies his stance on stories in games

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Over the years, Shigeru Miyamoto has been painted as a developer who isn’t interested in having stories be a central part of his games. Some have taken it a step further and believe that he’s openly against them.

Mario, the most well-known franchise Miyamoto created, has generally been about gameplay with the plot being almost non-existent. Even with a franchise like The Legend of Zelda, the story hasn’t exactly been front and center.

In an interview with IGN, Miyamoto was able to clarify his stance. He mentioned how it’s not about complex stories being unnecessary, but another aspect is “to focus on a gameplay experience that gets you to try things over and over again.”

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Splatoon 3 hosting next Big Run in March with Horrorboros

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Nintendo has shared first details for the next major Big Run event in Splatoon 3, which will be happening at the start of March.

While active, players will be tasked with defending Inkblot Art Academy from Salmonid invasion. Also teased is a new King Salmonid which is known as Horrorboros.

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Miyamoto says he’s not a fan of being called the Spielberg of games, “honored” by Disney comparisons

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In a recent interview, Shigeru Miyamoto stated that he doesn’t like being compared to Steven Spielberg, but is “honored” by Disney comparisons.

Miyamoto has drawn various comparisons due to his creations and contributions in the gaming world for multiple decades. He ushered in Mario, one of the most recognizable characters and well-regarded franchises as well as other hits like The Legend of Zelda. Steven Spielberg has seen similar success within the film industry and has been behind many iconic films of his own.

When asked by GameSpot about comparisons to Spielberg and those who say that Nintendo is the Disney of the video game world, Miyamoto mentioned: