[Let’s Talk] Favorite kingdoms in Super Mario Odyssey
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 22 Comments
It’s crazy to think about, but Super Mario Odyssey has already been around for a month. At this point, many of you have likely completed the game – or at least reached the ending. That probably means you’ve seen a good chunk of what the game has to offer when it comes to kingdoms.
Kingdoms are obviously a huge part of Super Mario Odyssey. Each area is very distinct and has its own challenges. Some are big, a couple are small, and others fall right in the middle.
Out of the kingdoms you’ve traveled to thus far, which ones are you favorite? And on the opposite end of the spectrum, are there any that you’re not a fan of in particular? Let us know how you feel below. If you’re reading other comments, be warned that there may be possible spoilers.
Highlights from last week’s topic: What would you want out of an animated Mario movie?
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Slain: Back From Hell coming to Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 9 Comments
Some of you may remember Slain, a game we covered on the site a number of times in the past. The game was slated for Wii U. Unfortunately, it was cancelled after Digerati Distribution decided that sales on the system were “just too weak to justify the port”.
Wii U is mostly out of the picture at the point, but Nintendo does have a new console on the market. Digerati Distribution seems to be taking advantage of the opportunity, and Slain: Back From Hell is coming to Switch. A listing on the European eShop reveals the news.
We have the following overview and trailer from the listing:
Super Mario Odyssey producer on approach to development, theme song, Pauline, higher age rating, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 23 Comments
Around the launch of Super Mario Odyssey, Japanese website 4Gamer conducted an interview with producer Yoshiaki Koizumi. It was a pretty big discussion, with Koziumi touching on all sorts of points. He talked about how Nintendo went about developing the game, the “Jump Up, Super Star” theme song, Pauline’s inclusion (an interesting note on Nintendo’s original plans for her), the higher age rating compared to past titles, and more.
Towards the start of the interview, when asked about the theme of Super Mario Odyssey being “journey”, Koizumi first described that their initial concept was to make “a new Mario that continues to stick in people’s minds” and they thought of new ideas that couldn’t be put into past Mario games. Among them, the one that can be put in rather well was the term “journey”.
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Zelda concert producer has created a proposal for a Mario symphony, says Super Smash Symphony is “too complicated”
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments
Jason Michael Paul has been producing The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses concert for the past several years. It’s the only major concert has done, but it’s not for a lack of interest.
Earlier in the year, Paul said he wanted to make a Nintendo All Star concert. In a new interview with GamesIndustry, he also stated that ht’s created a proposal for a Super Mario symphony that he hopes will stick. Unfortunately, Paul noted that his idea for a Super Smash Symphony won’t happen since it’s “too complicated.”
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Pokemon games have shipped over 300 million copies worldwide
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, DS, News, Wii, Wii U | 2 Comments
Today, The Pokemon Company announced that the total shipments of the Pokemon games have surpassed 300 million units worldwide. The latest games, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, gave the franchise another boost when they launched on 3DS last week.
Today’s figure includes 76 Pokemon-related games from February 1996 all the way up until November 2017. Sales from downloads are included.
Splatoon 2 update out now (version 2.0.0)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 10 Comments
Update: Full patch notes added below. Massive amount of additions and changes.
Original: Splatoon 2’s huge update has just arrived. Version 2.0.0 has dropped, bringing along new stages (they’ll be rolled out gradually), gear, hairstyles, music, smaller improvements, and so much more.
Nintendo has yet to release the patch notes for the new Splatoon update. As soon as they’re available, we’ll add them in here. For now, you can read a big overview of the update nintendoeverything.com/splatoon-2-updates-incoming-on-november-23-december-new-stages-gear-amiibo-functionality-clam-blitz-more/.
The next Splatoon 2 update is scheduled for mid-December. When it goes live, players will be able to participate in a new Clam Blitz mode.
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Nintendo Download (11/23/17, Europe) – Battle Chef Brigade, Stick it to the Man, Cyber Deals, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Aqua Moto Racing Utopia – €34.99 (available November 24)
Let’s Sing 2018 – €35.99 until December 24; regularly €39.99 (available November 24)
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle – Gold Edition – €59.99 until November 30; regularly €74.99
MXGP3 – €49.99
Poi: Explorer Edition – €15.99
Portal Knights – €29.99
Snow Moto Racing Utopia – €34.99 (available November 24)
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Nintendo Download (11/23/17) – Resident Evil Revelations, Worms W.M.D, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Gold Edition – $79.99
Portal Knights – $29.99
Resident Evil Revelations – $19.99 (available November 28)
Resident Evil Revelations 2 – $19.99 (available November 28)
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Video: Nintendo shows off the recording of Splatoon 2’s music
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 9 Comments
Nintendo posted a special treat on its Japanese YouTube channel today. We’re able to get a look at the recording process for some of the music in Splatoon 2. If you’re interested, check out the video below.
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Pokemon Ultra Sun and Pokemon Ultra Moon pay tribute to Satoru Iwata
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 13 Comments
It’s been over two years since late Nintendo president Satoru Iwata passed away. The loss is something that many haven’t forgotten, including Pokemon developer Game Freak.
In Pokemon Ultra Sun and Pokemon Ultra Moon, the games pay tribute to Iwata. We won’t go into the details for those who want to experience it for themselves, but we have a look at the tribute below.
