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Inverse
4 days ago
Wearables

Fitbit's New a Smartwatch Is a Mix of Nintendo, Tamagotchi, and Google

The Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch, targeted at kids, is inspired by Nintendo and focuses on promoting exercise through engaging games and avatars. [ more ]
#video-games
LGBTQ Nation
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo reveals that the new Mario game will have a trans character - LGBTQ Nation

Nintendo is including transgender representation in a remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door by having the character Vivian discuss her gender identity. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 week ago
Video games

How Nintendo and its die-hard fans changed the game for LGBTQ+ representation

Nintendo has a history of LGBTQ+ representation in their games, with examples like Vivian from Paper Mario being confirmed as a trans character. [ more ]
ReadWrite
4 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo's rarest game ever just got an ESRB rating

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition, a rare video game, may be coming to Nintendo Switch with an E-for-Everyone rating. [ more ]
Inverse
2 months ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch Just Quietly Released the Most Addictive Mario Game Ever Made

Nintendo's Dr. Mario, a simple puzzle game from 1990, continues to engage players due to its basic yet addictive gameplay.
The appeal of a good game lies in providing motivation to the player, even without the need for advanced technology or complex features. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Video games

The 10 Switch games I'd buy in the Nintendo Blockbuster sale

Nintendo's Blockbuster eShop Sale offers up to 85% discounts on popular titles like Animal Crossing and Super Mario Odyssey.
Deals are digital-only, available on the UK Nintendo Store and eShop, running until April 07, no physical copies for gifting. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

Princess Peach: Showtime! is everything I wanted in a game as a little girl

Nostalgia for childhood video games can bring back fond memories but may not always live up to expectations in adulthood.
Nintendo's Princess Peach: Showtime! offers a fresh take on nostalgic gaming experiences with its long-awaited release. [ more ]
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#microsoft
www.theverge.com
1 week ago
Digital life

A big list of the best tiny games on the internet

Installer No. 39 features reviews on Sonos Ace headphones, the new Surface Pro, and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Phil Spencer On How Gen Z Is Changing Xbox's Exclusivity Strategy

Xbox adapting to Gen Z habits by making games available on PlayStation and Switch
Microsoft's focus on making decisions to strengthen Xbox brand [ more ]
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#san-francisco
ABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
San Francisco

Nintendo store coming to SF in 2025. Expert reports promising 'trend' of new businesses opening

Nintendo is opening a second U.S. store in San Francisco's Union Square, following its New York City location. [ more ]
sfist.com
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo Announces They're Opening a Store in SF's Union Square, Only Their Second Store in the US

Nintendo is opening a store in San Francisco's Union Square in 2025. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo San Francisco store coming to the West Coast in 2025

Nintendo is opening an official store in San Francisco, its second U.S. retail location following New York, expected to host events and possibly future game launches. [ more ]
Engadget
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo is finally opening a second US store

Nintendo is opening a new store in San Francisco after two decades, focusing on showcasing its products and characters. [ more ]
The Verge
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo is opening its second US store in San Francisco

Nintendo is opening a second standalone store in the US, in San Francisco's Union Square, after nearly 20 years since its first store in NYC. [ more ]
moresan-francisco
Engadget
1 week ago
Video games

A Super Mario 64 mod may be as close as we ever get to Mario Maker 3D

Nintendo Mario Maker lacks 3D Mario levels, modders fill the gap with Mario 64 creation tool. [ more ]
#shiver-entertainment
Inverse
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo Fans Will Likely See More Big Games Ported to the Switch 2

Nintendo acquires Shiver Entertainment for software development, hinting at future plans. [ more ]
Polygon
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo acquiring the studio that ported Hogwarts Legacy is super interesting

Nintendo acquires Shiver Entertainment for their port expertise. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo Buys Hogwarts Legacy, Mortal Kombat Port Studio Ahead Of Switch 2 Launch

Nintendo acquires Shiver Entertainment, a game studio known for Switch ports, reinforcing resources for software development. [ more ]
VG247
1 week ago
Video games

Nintendo acquires the latest studio to depart Embracer's lovely, hunky-dory friendship group

Nintendo acquires Shiver Entertainment, known for Nintendo Switch game ports and Mortal Kombat 1, aiming to focus on porting and developing software titles. [ more ]
moreshiver-entertainment
#paper-mario
Kotaku
1 week ago
Video games

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Remaster Hailed As The Definitive Version Of An All-Time RPG Classic

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Remaster for Switch is a faithful rendition of the beloved original, offering modern improvements while staying true to the magic and charm of the GameCube classic. [ more ]
Polygon
1 week ago
Video games

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door will make you mad Mario isn't this weird anymore

The Paper Mario series faced restrictions on RPG mechanics and character creation from Miyamoto's philosophy, impacting the beloved elements of the games. [ more ]
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The Verge
2 weeks ago
Video games

This modder proves everything's better with a GBA SP screen attached

Handheld console modifications by Hairo Satoh are creative, bizarre, and entertaining to witness. [ more ]
#mario
Kotaku
2 weeks ago
Video games

8 Movies We Want To See In Chris Pratt's Proposed Nintendo Cinematic Universe

Nintendo considering expanding into a cinematic universe to rival Marvel [ more ]
GameSpot
2 weeks ago
Film

Chris Pratt Expects "Lots" More Nintendo Movies In The Future

Nintendo is expanding into more movie adaptations of its franchises, including another Mario animated film and a live-action Zelda movie. [ more ]
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#switch-2
Kotaku
3 weeks ago
Video games

13 Nintendo Ports, Remasters, And Remakes We'd Love While We're Waiting For The Switch 2

Nintendo hints at Switch successor's delayed launch, fans await more game releases to keep current consoles relevant. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Switch 2 Shouldn't Be Impacted By Any Chip Shortages, Nintendo Says

Nintendo officially confirms Switch 2 in development, focusing on building upon Switch's success with strategic communication and sales forecast adjustments. [ more ]
ReadWrite
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch 2 news coming 'this fiscal year'

Nintendo's President confirms Switch 2 announcement within this fiscal year, setting expectations for excited fans. [ more ]
WGB
1 month ago
Video games

Exclusive: Mobapad explains its Switch 2 leak and how it got the information

Mobapad shared details about the upcoming Switch 2, suggesting potential insider information or a risk of legal action from Nintendo. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Video games

Report: Switch 2 Joy-Cons will attach via magnets

The Switch 2 might feature a magnetic attachment mechanism replacing the traditional Joy-Con slide-in design. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
SF music

Nintendo has a new Indie World showcase coming

Nintendo will broadcast a new Indie World presentation on April 17, showcasing indie games coming to Nintendo Switch in 2024. [ more ]
moreswitch-2
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo is done paying Elon Musk for X integration

Nintendo discontinues direct integration from Switch to Twitter due to high API fees. [ more ]
#super-smash-bros
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch Is Shutting Down Twitter Integration Next Month

Nintendo is discontinuing Switch's Twitter integration, affecting posting capabilities for specific games like Super Smash Bros. and Splatoon. [ more ]
Digiday
1 month ago
Marketing

How Luminosity Gaming won over Kroger to get in to Super Smash Bros.

Luminosity Gaming is a key entry point to reach the Super Smash Bros. community due to Nintendo's lack of involvement in the competitive scene.
Luminosity hosted a $10,000 invitational tournament sponsored by Kroger, showcasing their ability to attract sponsors to Super Smash Bros. events. [ more ]
moresuper-smash-bros
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Is Nintendo's Best-Selling Game Of All Time, With One Caveat

Nintendo's Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the company's best-selling game, excluding Wii Sports, with 61.97 million units sold. [ more ]
#gaming
Mail Online
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo says a Nintendo Switch successor will be revealed this YEAR

Nintendo is preparing to announce a successor to the Nintendo Switch before April 2025. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo World Championships NES Edition Confirmed After ESRB Rating Leak

Nintendo reveals Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition featuring 150+ NES minigames with a July 18 release date. [ more ]
Game Informer
7 years ago
Video games

Here Are The Nintendo Switch's Top 10 Best Selling Games

Nintendo Switch surpassed 140 million units sold, set to announce successor by March 2025. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
JavaScript

Garry's Mod is taking down decades of Nintendo-related add-ons

Nintendo requested Garry's Mod to remove its Nintendo-related content due to copyright concerns. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch Online Adds These N64 Games For Expansion Pack Subscribers

Nintendo releases classic Nintendo 64 games for Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscribers, including Extreme G and Iggy's Reckin' Balls. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Pokemon Hacker Arrested For Selling Modified Violet Monsters

A Japanese man was arrested for tampering with save data to sell rare monsters online, confessing to doing it to 'earn a living.' [ more ]
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#speedrunning
The Verge
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo's new NES collection is all about speedrunning

Nintendo announced a new collection of NES games for the Switch called Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition focusing on speedrunning. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

New Mario Kart DS Shortcut Found Almost 20 Years Later

The Mario Kart DS speedrunning community found a new shortcut in Waluigi Pinball level, setting new world records. [ more ]
morespeedrunning
#gaming-industry
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo confirms a new console is on the way-but what big title will launch with it?

Nintendo confirms a successor to Switch console in the works, promising more details soon. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo finally confirms the Switch 2 is on the way | TechCrunch

Nintendo confirmed upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console after years of rumors. [ more ]
GameSpot
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch Successor Will Be Revealed By April 2025

Nintendo will reveal the successor to the Switch within the fiscal year ending in April 2025. [ more ]
Engadget
3 weeks ago
Video games

Nintendo to announce Switch successor before March 2025

Nintendo plans to unveil a Switch successor within the fiscal year ending March 2025, not at the upcoming Nintendo Direct in June. [ more ]
GameSpot
4 weeks ago
Video games

ESRB Rating For Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition Appears Out Of Nowhere

Nintendo's 2024 release schedule is uncertain, with potential new game hints from ESRB rating for Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition. [ more ]
Inverse
1 month ago
Video games

35 Years Ago, Nintendo's Riskiest Product Launch Changed Video Games Forever

Game Boy marked a shift from powerful consoles to user experience-driven design. [ more ]
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The Verge
3 weeks ago
Video games

How much would you pay for this prototype Super Famicom with a headphone jack?

The Super Famicom prototype on Japanese Yahoo Auctions showcases unique design differences from the final SNES released in 1990, making it an enticing collector's item. [ more ]
ReadWrite
4 weeks ago
Video games

Super Nintendo World theme park is coming to Orlando in 2025

Super Nintendo World theme park to open in 2025 at Universal Epic Universe, featuring classic Nintendo titles brought to life. [ more ]
WGB
1 month ago
Video games

Switch 2 will be bigger and feature magnetic Joy-Cons, according to Spanish site

Nintendo's next console could be larger and have magnetic Joy-Cons. [ more ]
#garrys-mod
WIRED
1 month ago
Video games

Decades of Garry's Mod Nintendo Uploads Are Disappearing

Nintendo is issuing takedowns on Garry's Mod Nintendo-related content, necessitating removals by Facepunch Studios to comply with copyright regulations. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 month ago
JavaScript

Garry's Mod is taking down 20 years' worth of "Nintendo Stuff"

Nintendo has requested the takedown of copyrighted content from Garry's Mod, prompting the creator and community to comply. [ more ]
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#fortnite
Inverse
1 month ago
Video games

'Fortnite' Won't Be Getting 'Metroid' Skins Thanks to One Nintendo Demand

Nintendo wanted Metroid in Fortnite exclusively on the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo wouldn't let Samus be in Fortnite

Nintendo requested Samus be exclusive to the Switch version of Fortnite, meeting resistance from Epic's desire for cross-platform accessibility. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Metroid's Samus Almost Came To Fortnite-Here's Why She Didn't

Nintendo declined Samus Aran in Fortnite due to concerns about character implementation on non-Nintendo platforms. [ more ]
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#discount
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Super Mario RPG Is On Sale For Its Best Price Yet At Amazon

Great discount on Super Mario RPG at Amazon and Walmart, making it more accessible to fans. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

Princess Peach Showtime! pre-orders are just $39.99 at QVC

Princess Peach Showtime! available for pre-order with discount code
Gameplay includes costume changes for Peach's abilities [ more ]
morediscount
#nintendo-switch-games
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo Switch Mario Party Controller Bundle Drops To New Low Price

Nintendo's Super Mario Party Joy-Con bundle has been available at retailers with a price drop to $79, providing a great deal for customers. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

This Very Cool Bowser Lego Set Is Discounted For The First Time

Great deal on Lego Bowser's muscle car set for $24 at Amazon and Best Buy, discounted from $30, compatible with interactive Lego Mario figures.
Discounts on various Lego Mario sets and Nintendo Switch games until March 16, saving $20 per game. [ more ]
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#indie-games
Creative Bloq
1 month ago
Video games

Save up to 75% on Nintendo Indie games in limited-time sale

Nintendo is hosting an Indie game sale in the US and UK eShops until April 23, offering up to 75% off indie titles for the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

Everything We Saw At Nintendo's Indie World Showcase

Nintendo Indie World showcase featured adorable and cozy games with immediate launches, although lacking Hollow Knight: Silksong news. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo Indie World April 2024 Showcase: All The Biggest Announcements (So Far)

Nintendo is focusing on showcasing upcoming indie games for the Switch console in a 20-minute Indie World Showcase. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo's next Indie World showcase is set for April 17

Nintendo to announce indie game releases for Switch in upcoming Indie World showcase on April 17. [ more ]
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WIRED
1 month ago
Video games

Delta Is an iOS Game Boy Emulator That (Likely) Won't Get Taken Down

Apple now allows retro game emulators on its App Store, with Delta standing out as a popular iOS emulator supporting multiple gaming systems. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo Indie World Showcase April 17: How To Watch And Start Time

Nintendo will host a new Indie World game showcase on April 17, featuring games set to arrive on Switch in 2024. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

With Switch 2 Possibly On The Horizon, Nintendo Is Skipping Gamescom 2024

Nintendo is skipping Gamescom 2024 after consistently participating in the event in the past. [ more ]
Kotaku
1 month ago
Video games

John Cena Should Be In The Zelda Movie, Actually

John Cena's Instagram post of Link from Legend of Zelda likely doesn't signify his involvement in the live-action film project.
Despite speculations, Cena's social media posts lack context and should not be misconstrued as hints towards upcoming movie roles. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

Witness Exactly When Nintendo 3DS Online Services Shut Down

End of online support for 3DS and Wii U means no more multiplayer gaming in games like Mario Kart 7 and Splatoon.
Nintendo Switch Online does not include 3DS or Wii U games, marking a shift in online support for Nintendo platforms. [ more ]
#wii-u
Engadget
1 month ago
Video games

Nintendo's online servers for Wii U and 3DS shut down today

Nintendo shuts down online servers for Wii U and 3DS, ending multiplayer gaming.
3DS succeeds despite lukewarm reception; Wii U considered a misstep for Nintendo. [ more ]
VG247
1 month ago
Video games

It might have been a bad console, but I'm still sad the Wii U is dying today

The Wii U's online services are shutting down, marking the end of an era for the console.
The Wii U's demise represents a shift in Nintendo's approach, signaling a move towards a more mainstream video game corporation. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Video games

A farewell to Wii U and Nintendo 3DS online services

Closure of online services for Wii U and 3DS after more than a decade.
Positive memories and experiences of playing online games on Wii U and 3DS. [ more ]
ReadWrite
1 month ago
Video games

Today is the day Nintendo officially kills off 3DS and Wii U Online services

Nintendo shutting down online services for Wii U and 3DS on April 8, 2024.
Players can still use Wii U and 3DS offline after online services end. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

The Wii U's failure forced Nintendo to look elsewhere - into mobile

Nintendo ventured into mobile game development due to Wii U failure.
Nintendo aims to create unique mobile games rather than replicating console games. [ more ]
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VG247
1 month ago
Video games

With only days remaining before the Wii U servers shut down, a player managed to beat a Super Mario Maker level thought to be impossible

Super Mario Maker community beats impossible level before server shutdown.
Nintendo shutting down online services for 3DS and Wii U, impacting classic games. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 month ago
Video games

New Book About Former Nintendo President Satoru Iwata Is Available At Amazon

Satoru Iwata had a significant impact on the gaming industry.
Several gaming books, including 'The Impact of Iwata' and 'Ask Iwata,' provide insights into the industry. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
Video games

Japanese police arrest suspect making 'constant threats' toward Nintendo

Nintendo events canceled due to threats by a 27-year old man.
Man arrested in Japan for threatening Nintendo staff, events, and spectators. [ more ]
Polygon
1 month ago
Video games

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom T-shirts are coming to Uniqlo in late April

Uniqlo collaborated with Nintendo on Zelda T-shirts
T-shirts feature Tears of the Kingdom characters and iconography [ more ]
WIRED
2 months ago
Video games

Is a Nintendo Switch Worth Buying Right Now?

The next Nintendo console is likely to remain a hybrid of home and portable, focusing on continuity and convenience for users.
The next console may feature a larger screen, LCD panel, and more powerful processors, but beyond specs, the actual user experience matters most. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
DevOps

First Nintendo emulators, now one of the biggest Pokemon fan game sites around gets hit with a DMCA takedown

Relic Castle, a popular Pokemon fan game website, was shut down due to a DMCA takedown notice, much like the recent shutdown of the Yuzu and Citra emulators.
Nintendo remains vigilant in protecting its intellectual property, leading to the closure of fan sites and emulators that allow unauthorized access to its games. [ more ]
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

You Have Another Chance To Get The Final Fantasy 7 Cloud Strife And Sonic The Hedgehog Amiibo Figures

Popular Amiibo reprints of Sonic and Cloud Strife available for preorder
Likely to sell out quickly due to high demand [ more ]
#game-releases
GameSpot
2 months ago
Video games

Nintendo Seems To Have Changed Something About Its Game Releases

Nintendo has traditionally released games on Fridays in the US, but recent releases have shifted to Thursdays.
This change in release days for Nintendo games may signal a shift in the company's strategy. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Everything Nintendo Announced On Mario Day 2024

Nintendo revealed new games release dates and upcoming projects on Mario Day.
Switch Online adding new Mario titles and LEGO Mario Kart set announcement. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

Happy Mario Day: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD finally have release dates

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake release date revealed as May 23.
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD to be released on June 27. [ more ]
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#concept-art
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

A moment of silence for these scrapped Mario Movie character designs

Video game adaptations thriving with new Mario Movie in 2026.
Concept art for Mario Movie reveals potential character cameos and new lore. [ more ]
Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

Early Mario Movie Concept Art Shows Cut Characters That Could Be In The Sequel

Nintendo is working on a sequel to the Chris Pratt-led Super Mario Bros. movie.
Concept art for the first movie hinted at the inclusion of additional Mario characters like Yoshi, Princess Daisy, and Birdo. [ more ]
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Kotaku
2 months ago
Video games

The Best Mario Games, According To You

Nintendo made big announcements on Mar10 Day including release dates for Paper Mario and a new movie.
Readers' favorite Mario games include Super Mario Galaxy, 64, and World, along with some unexpected picks. [ more ]
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

Lego's new Super Mario kits coming in August are bringing a whole lot of trouble

New Super Mario Lego sets launching on Aug. 1, potential Mario Kart sets in 2025.
Detailed sets like Bowser Express Train, King Boo's Haunted Mansion, and Battle with Roy at Peach's Castle coming in 2024. [ more ]
#sequel
Polygon
2 months ago
Video games

There'll be some kind of new Super Mario Bros. movie in 2026

Sequel to Super Mario Bros. Movie announced with a new focus and expanded world.
Creative team and release strategy for the sequel remains the same as the original movie. [ more ]
VG247
2 months ago
Video games

The Super Mario Bros. movie is getting a sequel, to the surprise of absolutely no one

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is getting a sequel announced on Mario Day, March 10, 2024.
The new animated film is in collaboration with Illumination Studios, targeting an April 3, 2026 release date. [ more ]
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GameSpot
2 months ago
Film

Nintendo And Illumination Are Making Another Mario Movie

New Mario movie announced with Illumination.
Nintendo and Illumination collaborating on animated films. [ more ]
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