#nintendo
#nintendo

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

Nintendo confirmed upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console after years of rumors. [ more ]

Fast Company

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 ]

Engadget

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

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 ]

GameSpot

6 days ago

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

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 ]

ReadWrite

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

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

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

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

Mail Online

1 day ago

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 ]

The Verge

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

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

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 ]

Kotaku

This Weekend Is Your Last Chance To Play 3DS And Wii U Games Online

Nintendo is discontinuing online services for 3DS and Wii U on April 8 after 13 years of operation.

The decision to shut down the services was not explicitly explained and might be due to diminishing usage and focus on future projects. [ more ]

VG247

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 ]

Engadget

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 ]

The Verge

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

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

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 ]

Polygon

A list of stupid names for the Switch 2

Nintendo's next console, tentatively called Switch 2, is expected in 2025 creating a dilemma for potential buyers to wait or purchase the current model.

Nintendo's naming convention for consoles involves innovative gimmicks, making the name of the next device unpredictable. [ more ]

GameSpot

Switch 2 Slated For March 2025 Launch - Report

Nintendo aims to launch Switch 2 in March 2025, potentially delayed due to supply chain concerns.

Switch 2 is rumored to have a larger screen and a beefed-up launch lineup, with Sharp speculated to provide screens for the system. [ more ]

Kotaku

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

VG247

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 ]

WIRED

11 Best Mario Day Deals on Nintendo Switch Games and Accessories

Mario Day is celebrated on March 10 with discounts on games, consoles, and accessories related to the Mario universe.

Nintendo offers a $25 gift card with the purchase of a Nintendo Switch console and rare cash discounts on the Nintendo Switch OLED. [ more ]

VG247

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 ]

Engadget

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD get Switch release dates

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and Luigi's Mansion 2 HD release dates revealed.

Additional announcements include Super Mario Bros. Movie sequel and Mario-themed Lego sets. [ more ]

moremario-day

Engadget

9 hours ago

Nintendo is done paying Elon Musk for X integration

Nintendo discontinues direct integration from Switch to Twitter due to high API fees. [ more ]

The Verge

3 days ago

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 ]

GameSpot

12 hours ago

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 ]

The Verge

1 day ago

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

11 hours ago

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 ]

ReadWrite

6 days ago

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 ]

ReadWrite

6 days ago

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

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 ]

WIRED

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

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 ]

Inverse

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

Nintendo wanted Metroid in Fortnite exclusively on the Nintendo Switch. [ more ]

Polygon

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

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

Creative Bloq

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

WIRED

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 ]

Kotaku

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

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

Engadget

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 ]

GameSpot

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

4 weeks ago

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

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 ]

VG247

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

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

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

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 ]

Digiday

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 ]

Inverse

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 ]

WIRED

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 ]

GameSpot

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 ]

Creative Bloq

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 ]

VG247

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 ]

Polygon

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 ]

GameSpot

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Gets Awesome Diorama Edition, But Not Everywhere

Special battle diorama bonus available only in the UK

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remaster to launch with improved features [ more ]

GameSpot

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 ]

Polygon

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 ]

GameSpot

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

Palworld Devs Say 'Triple-A Games Are Not For Us'

Pocketpair is a small studio of 55 people in Tokyo focused on smaller games, not big-budget triple-A titles.

Pocketpair's success with Palworld highlights the impact of small studios in the gaming industry. [ more ]

Creative Bloq

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 ]

Creative Bloq

Clever Super Mario ad proves the power of print

Print ads can be impactful for digital products like video games.

Clever advertising can stand the test of time. [ more ]

Kotaku

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 ]

GameSpot

Lego Mario Kart Set Coming In 2025, Three Other New Mario Sets Landing This August

Nintendo and Lego are collaborating on a Mario Kart Lego set launching in 2025.

Fans can expect more information on the collaboration from Nintendo and Lego in the future. [ more ]

ReadWrite

Nintendo announces date of Paper Mario update, 20 years after first release

Nintendo announces Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake for the Nintendo Switch with revamped graphics and easier gameplay.

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD remaster for Switch to be released on June 27, following the Paper Mario remake. [ more ]

Kotaku

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

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 ]

Polygon

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 ]

Kotaku

Switch 2 Needs To Let Mario's Buddies Shine

Mario is a legendary and versatile character in video game history with numerous accomplishments and adventures.

Princess Peach: Showtime! demonstrates the potential for Mario's supporting cast to shine in their own spotlight games. [ more ]

GameSpot

Film

Nintendo And Illumination Are Making Another Mario Movie

New Mario movie announced with Illumination.

Nintendo and Illumination collaborating on animated films. [ more ]

VG247

Lego is making a Mario Kart set, but the real winner is The Bowser Express Train

March 10 is celebrated as Mario Day due to the abbreviation 'Mar10'.

Lego and Nintendo revealed a new collaboration, including Lego Mario Kart and other sets. [ more ]

Engadget

Mar10 Day deals include a $25 gift card when you buy a Nintendo Switch

MAR10 Day celebrates Nintendo's character Mario with deals on games and consoles.

Retailers offer discounts on Nintendo products to coincide with March 10. [ more ]

Kotaku

Kotaku Asks: What's The Best Mario Game?

Mario Day is celebrated on March 10 by Nintendo to honor the Super Mario franchise's history.

The Mario series includes various genres like 2D and 3D platformers, sports games, RPG spin-offs, appealing to diverse player preferences. [ more ]

Kotaku

Nintendo Won't Tell Anybody Who Developed Its New Princess Peach Game

Princess Peach: Showtime launches on March 22 with a demo available, but developers remain a mystery.

Good-Feel likely developed Princess Peach: Showtime despite Nintendo's secrecy. [ more ]

Kotaku

All The Best Mario Day Deals On Switch Games And Accessories

Nintendo games on sale, Mario themed accessories discounted, Extended Switch Online trial. [ more ]

GameSpot

You Have To Play Princess Peach: Showtime To The End To Find Out Its Developer

Players need to reach the credits to find out the development team behind Princess Peach: Showtime.

Good-Feel, a Japan-based studio known for games like Yoshi's Crafted World, is potentially the developer behind Princess Peach: Showtime. [ more ]

GameSpot

Super Mario Bros. Movie Steelbook Edition Back In Stock, But You Should Hurry

The Super Mario Bros. Movie steelbook edition is back in stock at Walmart in 4K Blu-ray Power-Up Edition for $28.

Both the steelbook edition and the regular 4K Blu-ray version at Amazon come with the same extras and a 1080p version of the film on a separate disc. [ more ]

GameSpot

Nintendo Will Give $10 To The Top 310 Mario Kart Players On Mario Day

Nintendo Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Open on Mario Day - March 10

Top 310 players win 1000 My Nintendo Gold Points [ more ]

GameSpot

The Legend Of Zelda Guardian Amiibo Restocked At Amazon

Guardian Amiibo available at retail price on Amazon

Guardian Amiibo has intricate details and glowing markings, with posable arms [ more ]

ReadWrite

Nintendo's lawsuit with emulator Yuzu comes to a $2.4 million close

Yuzu emulator creators concede in court, pay $2.4 million in damages to Nintendo.

Yuzu emulator used to play Nintendo Switch games on PC, leading to piracy issues. [ more ]

www.fastcompany.com

Nintendo wins $2.4 million from the makers of Switch emulator, Yuzu

Emulator accused of piracy pays $2.4 million to Nintendo and ceases operations

Agreement could endanger Switch emulation as a whole [ more ]

Kotaku

Nintendo Emulator Settles Civil Dispute, Must Pay Millions

Nintendo settled lawsuit with Yuzu developers over illegal game downloads.

Tropic Haze to pay Nintendo $2.4 million and cease Yuzu operations. [ more ]

Kotaku

Tears Of The Kingdom Was Pirated 1 Million Times, Nintendo Claims In Lawsuit

Nintendo filed a civil lawsuit against Yuzu software developer Tropic Haze for enabling piracy of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Yuzu software bypasses security measures on Nintendo Switch, allowing illegal decryption and distribution of game files. [ more ]

VG247

Nintendo says Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was pirated a million times before it even came out, chucks tweets about Zelda spoilers into lawsuit

Nintendo alleges Yuzu emulator facilitated piracy of Zelda game.

Nintendo files lawsuit against Yuzu emulator creators. [ more ]

GameSpot

Nintendo Suing Creators Of Switch Emulator, Says Tears Of The Kingdom Was Pirated 1 Million Times Pre-Launch

Nintendo is suing Yuzu emulator creators for enabling piracy on a large scale.

Nintendo claims Yuzu facilitates piracy by allowing the decryption of game files. [ more ]

Polygon