Spanish site HobbyConsolas was recently about to speak with Nintendo’s Yoshio Sakamoto. Sakamoto had a bunch to say about last year’s Samus Returns, including its development, how the final boss came to be, and more. He also comments on why there was never a Metroid on DS and why it took so long for a 3DS entry, Switch, and a few other topics.

Here’s a summary of what Sakamoto mentioned:

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Nintendo reveals how you pronounce NES

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments

Nintendo has finally revealed how you pronounce NES. Of all places, it comes from WarioWare Gold.

WarioWare Gold has a museum section, and players can unlock some slides showcasing the Famicom. There’s also a picture here with the NES. In the description, Nintendo indicates that NES is pronounced “Ness”.

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RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures boxart, new screenshots and details

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The official website for RollerCoaster Tycoon on Switch has been updated. With the final title RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures, it provides the official boxart, new screenshots, and details.

We have the boxart attached above. Continue on below for an official overview and screenshots.

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Persona Q2 commercial airing during next episode of Persona 5: The Animation, will have new information

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

Persona Q2 was announced for 3DS one year ago. Atlus has said nothing since, but we’re finally due for a proper update.

The company has confirmed that a commercial for Persona Q2 will air in Japan during the latest episode of Persona 5: The Animation, which is happening on August 4. Atlus says that it will have new information.

We’ll bring you the commercial as soon as we have it.

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Octopath Traveler ships one million units worldwide

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Octopath Traveler has managed to reach a major milestone. The RPG has shipped one million copies worldwide, Nintendo and Square Enix have announced. That figure is based on shipments and eShop downloads.

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My Hero: One’s Justice reveals All For One

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Jump has revealed another new character for My Hero: One’s Justice. All For One will be included on the roster, the magazine confirms.

All For One makes use of close and long range attacks. He’s also able to to steal his opponents’ Quirks.

Another aspect touched on in Jump is the “Plus Ultra All” special attack. Players can use this when the Plus Ultra Gauge fills up three bars, allowing all three members of their team to participate. It won’t be easy to build up the gauge to activate a Plus Ultra All is difficult, but it can be powerful.

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Steven Universe: Save the Light and OK K.O.! Let’s Play Heroes confirmed for Switch

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Update: Bumped to the top. Pre-orders are now live on Amazon here.

Original: Steven Universe: Save the Light and OK K.O.! Let’s Play Heroes have both been rumored for Switch. The two games were listed as a physical bundle on VideoGamesPlus, and the USK had rated them separately not too long ago.

We pretty much knew this was happening, but now it’s (essentially) confirmed. Amazon has added in a listing for the bundle, complete with a boxart.