[Let’s Talk] E3 2018 reactions
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Just like that, another E3 is in the books. After a week of jam-packed news, trailers, and more, the expo has drawn to a close.
There was plenty to look at throughout the week, but the main event for us was on Tuesday with the Nintendo Direct. Smash Bros. Ultimate had its expected blowout, but a few other games were shown as well. Daemon X Machina and Super Mario Party were announced, Fire Emblem: Three Houses was unveiled, the new Xenoblade Chronicles 2 story content was shown, and a few leaked games were confirmed – Fortnite, Dragon Ball FighterZ, and Overcooked 2. There were a few other goodies spread out throughout the week including the release of the latest Xenoblade Chronicles 2 DLC and Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion, Arcade Archives Donkey Kong, and a meaty Octopath Traveler demo.
There were some notable omissions. Yoshi for Switch wasn’t present, and has been pushed back to 2019. Metroid Prime 4 was also nowhere to be seen, though that might not be too surprising considering we only saw a logo last year. Nintendo also had nothing to say about 3DS at all – including during the Treehouse streams – so we’ll have to wait a bit longer for new looks at WarioWare Gold, Luigi’s Mansion, and Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr’s Journey.
Since E3 has wrapped up, how is everyone feeling about Nintendo’s presence? Were you pleased with what was shown, or were you left wanting more? What are your thoughts on Smash Bros. Ultimate and Ridley’s inclusion? Let us know in the comments below.
Splatoon 2 – North American / European Splatfest #11 announced
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Update (6/16): It is also confirmed that Europe will be hosting the same Splatfest next weekend.
Original (6/15): Nintendo has revealed the next North American Splatfest for Splatoon 2. Next weekend, the players are being asked about orange juice. Do you like the drink with or without pulp?
You can make your voice heard next weekend starting at 9 PM PT on June 22 / 12 AM ET on June 23. The event will last for a full day, and we’ll have the results soon after.
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Reggie on why Nintendo views Nintendo Switch Online as a VC successor, believes people will subscribe
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Ever since the Wii era, Nintendo has offered classic games through the Virtual Console. Yet on Switch, the Virtual Console is dead as we know it. Nintendo still intends to have classics ready through Nintendo Switch Online, but at least initially, we’ll only be seeing NES games – albeit with extra bells and whistles like online features.
In an interview with IGN at E3, Nintendo of America president spoke about how Nintendo sees Nintendo Switch Online as somewhat of a Virtual Console successor. The company will make a slate of classics available, with the lineup expanding over time.
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Reggie – Labo meeting expectations, Switch will have “very long” lifespan; third-parties, mobile, collaborations
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At E3 this week, Forbes caught up with Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime for a lengthy chat. The two sides spoke about Nintendo Labo, Switch’s lifespan, third-parties, mobile, and collaborations.
We have these excerpts from the interview below. You can read the full discussion here.
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Nintendo’s Hisashi Nogami on how Yoshi’s Island got its hand-drawn visual style
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Hisashi Nogami has made a name for himself in recent years for his work as producer of Splatoon 1 and 2. However, he has actually been with the company since 1994. The first project he worked on? Yoshi’s Island. Nogami was responsible for character and background designs.
Yoshi’s Island ended up having a distinct look, especially for the time when it originally released. Nogami spoke with Kotaku about the game’s style, stating:
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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 update out now (version 1.5.0), Challenge Battle Mode live
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Update: Bumped to the top. Added in the patch notes below.
Original: The next big update for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 has arrived. Version 1.5.0 is live, along with the Challenge Battle Mode for Expansion Pass owners.
Challenge Battle Mode “gives players many chances to test their skills, plenty of loot to earn, and some minor story elements that show the characters in a new light”. You’ll be taking on hordes of enemies in Waves to complete each challenge. Additionally, Shulk and Fiora from the first Xenoblade Chronicles join the fight as Blades.
We’ll bring you the full patch notes for today’s update as soon as we have them.
Imagineer announces Fitness Boxing for Switch, Nintendo distributing overseas
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Fitness Boxing is coming to Switch, Imagineer announced today. The company is working with Nintendo on the release.
Building off of the successful Shape Boxing series on Wii that sold 800,000 copies worldwide, Fitness Boxing has you using the Joy-Con to simulate boxing exercises. The company Fit Boxing Japan, with the aim to conduct boxing training safely and efficiently, created a program for Switch that allows people to easily experience boxing at home. 1-2 players are supported.
Fitness Boxing launches this winter. Imagineer is handling its release in Japan (where it’s known as simply Fit Boxing), but Nintendo will actually distribute the game in other regions.
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Panic Button working on a new major Switch port expected to be announced next month
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Variety caught up with Panic Button head Adam Creighton at E3 this week. During the discussion, some interesting information was shared about the company’s plans and porting efforts with Switch.
According to Creighton, Panic Button has spent close to six years working with the Switch hardware, including early development tech.
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Ubisoft on the Star Fox crossover with Starlink – how the partnership began, Nintendo feedback, more
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Super Mario Party has online mini-games with new “Mariothon” mode
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During today’s Treehouse stream at E3, Nintendo just revealed a new mode (technically two modes) for Super Mario Party. With “Online Mariothon”, you’ll be able to play mini-games online.
Here’s the full rundown:
