Nintendo on why it allowed Smash Balls and items for the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate North American Open 2019
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
At PAX East 2019, Nintendo concluded two tournaments – one for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and another for Splatoon 2. The Smash Bros. tournament was particularly noteworthy since it strayed a bit from community-organized events. Smash Balls were turned on, and items in general were allowed. Not all top players were happy about that, since they believe it goes against fair competition.
In an interview with Polygon, Nintendo of America senior director of product marketing Bill Trinen explained the decision. Trinen said that Nintendo was “trying to attract as many people who don’t normally play in tournaments.”
Details on how Nintendo planned for Game Boy’s stateside release, Tetris as the pack in game, bringing Pokemon west
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Polygon published a lengthy feature today all about the Game Boy. It looks into how Nintendo planned for the system’s release in North America, including comments from former marketing manager Don Coyner. There’s also insight into how Tetris became the pack-in game and bringing Pokemon west.
Here’s a roundup of what was shared:
Ubisoft’s GameCube shooter XIII is getting a remake on Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Back in 2003, Ubisoft developed XIII for GameCube and other platforms. The first-person shooter was based on the 1984 Belgian graphic novel series of the same name. 16 years later, it’s making a big return.
Microids announced today that it is developing a remake of XIII. Details are sparse at the moment, but a release date has already been set: November 13.
Realm Royale confirmed for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Following several leaks, Realm Royale has finally been confirmed for Switch. How it was confirmed is a bit of an oddity.
A trailer for Realm Royale popped up on Nintendo Portugal’s YouTube channel today. Despite the video stating that it can be played now with a Founder’s Pack, that doesn’t actually appear to be the case. Regardless, Realm Royale is coming to Switch very soon.
Here’s the trailer in question:
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Nintendo Download (4/18/19, Europe) – Cuphead, Katana Zero, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Final Fantasy X / X-2 HD Remaster – €49.99
My Time at Portia – €29.99
Our World is Ended – €49.99
Truberbrook – €26.99 until April 24; regularly €29.99
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[Review] Katana Zero
Posted on 6 years ago by Campbell(@CampbellSGill) in Reviews | 0 comments
System: Switch (eShop)
Release date: April 18, 2019
Developer: Askiisoft
Publisher: Devolver Digital
Maybe Katana Zero didn’t immediately stand out to you on the eShop. Perhaps it’s because it’s seemingly just one more pixelated indie game, or because you’ve already preloaded a certain other stylish indie action game releasing on April 18. Or maybe it’s because you’re like me, and expected Katana Zero to be yet another pretty, but ultimately forgettable indie experience. And you know what, these are all reasonable expectations to have.
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Nintendo Download (4/18/19, North America) – Mortal Kombat 11, Dragon’s Dogma, Cuphead, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen – $29.99 (available April 23)
Mortal Kombat 11 – $59.99 (available April 22)
Our World is Ended – $59.99
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Castlevania Anniversary Collection launches in May, full lineup revealed
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Konami announced today that the Castlevania Anniversary Collection will launch on May 16. Previously, it was given a vague “early summer” release window.
Konami has also revealed the full lineup of games included in the collection. They are as follows:
Nintendo Switch might be set for a release in China soon, distributed by Tencent
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 0 comments
“When will the Nintendo Switch be sold in China?” is a question Nintendo executives almost always get asked at their shareholder Q&As – and with good reason. China obviously is a huge, untapped market with tons of potential for profit. Of course, actually selling your products in China is tricky as it requires special approval from the government. According to Twitter user Chinese Nintendo, that approval has recently been granted to Nintendo, allowing them to sell their latest home console in China. According to the approval documents, the Nintendo Switch will be distributed in China by gaming giant Tencent.
It seems like Nintendo has been quietly paving the way for a Switch release in China in the last couple of months. Several games have received Chinese language support recently, including Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with today’s 3.0 update. The Switch UI itself received Chinese language support back in January.
This deal has not been officially confirmed yet, so take it with a grain of salt. Luckily, Nintendo’s fiscal year results meeting is next week, so that seems like a good place and time to announced it.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate update out now (version 3.0.0), patch notes
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s latest update has gone live. Version 3.0.0, which was detailed last night, is now available.
As part of the update, Joker’s DLC pack is up and running. Nintendo has also added the Stage Builder, video editing, support for sharing of online content, and support for Smash World.
Below are the full patch notes:
