Nintendo has been getting a lot of love ever since the debut of its overwhelmingly-successful Switch console. With official partnerships being struck with lots of companies, including Anker, it is clear that Nintendo has the marketshare to be remain relevant for quite some time. Although it’s latest partnership with stationary and bag manufacturer, Moleskine, is one that I do not think many were predicting, I do anticipate that the new Mario-inspired notebooks, backpack, and phone case will be quite successful. expand full story

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe may not have been the completely new, refreshed cart racing title Switch fans were hoping for when Nintendo’s latest console dropped, but it has been a great addition to the library nonetheless. It’s hard to imagine a new Nintendo console without an updated Mario Kart game to play on it, so it’s easy to see why Nintendo opted for a re-release of sorts while it toils with the next generation Mushroom Kingdom racer.

However, that’s not going to stop Nintendo from introducing new content to the game. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is getting a free Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild update that will see the titular character in his latest iteration enter the fray. expand full story

In today’s best game deals, Best Buy is offering Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle on Nintendo Switch for $29.99. However, those still with a GCU membership can grab the game for just $23.99. That’s one of the best prices we have ever tracked and well under the $54 you’ll pay at Amazon right now.

More game/console deals:

• God of War on PS4 for $45 (Reg. $60) | Newegg
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• Yakuza Kiwami SteelBook Edition $15 or $12 w/ GCU (Reg. $20) | Best Buy
• Prey $14 (Reg. $20) | Amazon
• Doom $14 (Reg. $20) | Amazon
• Bloodborne $15 or $12 w/ GCU (Reg. $18+) | Best Buy
• Rayman Legends Definitive $20 or $16 w/ GCU (Reg. $40) | Best Buy
• Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection $30 (Reg. $40) | Newegg
  • Using code EMCPWPY35 at checkout
• The Last Guardian $15 (Reg. $20) | Newegg
  • Using code EMCPWPY35 at checkout
• Mega Man Legacy Collection $6 (Reg. $15) | Microsoft
• Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 & 2 Combo Pack $15 (Reg. $30) | Microsoft
• Wolfenstein II The new Colossus $20 (Reg. $40) | GameStop
• Mega Man Legacy Collection 2 $12 (Reg. $20) | Microsoft
• The Witcher 3 Wild Hunt $20 (Reg. $40+) | GameStop

ICYMI: Here are the best console game releases for July: Captain Toad, Octopath Traveler, Sonic, more

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One of the biggest fears after the Switch’s initial announcement was that Nintendo’s latest console wouldn’t have any big system-selling titles. It was arguably the biggest problem facing its predecessor, the Wii U, an issue which loomed over the Switch well past its release. But now well over a year later, it’s pretty safe to say that Nintendo and the third-party developers that they worked with have been able to put together one of the most appealing lineups in the industry.

But Nintendo has no intention of slowing down, as the company is hoping to bolster the Switch’s game lineup with anywhere from 20 to 30 new titles each week for the foreseeable future.

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The summer months tend to be slow for game releases while all of the biggest publishers blowout the next year or more of titles at E3. You’ll find all of our coverage of the biggest gaming event of the year right here, but it’s time to get back to the new games. July will see a couple re-releases and add-ons in the way of Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker for Switch and 3DS along side Sonic Mania Plus, Octopath Traveler and more. Head below for more details on all the best game releases of July 2018. expand full story

After showcasing an impressive roster of new titles and details for Super Smash Bros. 5 at E3 2018, Nintendo has continued to supply fans with news as we head into summer. In less than a month we’ve seen a notable new update to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with Labo integration, new 2DS designs and more. Today, Nintendo has announced that it will be bringing back the iconic Splatoon 2-themed neon green and pink Switch as part of a new bundle due out later this year.

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Nintendo will soon release three new designs for its popular 2DS XL. The new variants are themed around Minecraft, Mario Kart, and Animal Crossing. As you would expect, each device comes with the matching game pre-installed and ready to play out of the box. expand full story

In today’s best game deals, Amazon and Best Buy have now knocked $5 off Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch. But that means those still with a GCU membership can grab the game for $43.99 shipped. That’s the best price around and a great deal on Nintendo’s flagship racer. It now has full Labo support and you can see our full hands-on review right here.

More game/console deals:

• Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Siege from $30 (Reg. $40+) | GameStop
• Yakuza 0 $20 or $16 w/ GCU (Reg. $40) | Best Buy
• Super Mario Odyssey $49 or $39 w/ GCU (Reg. $60) | Best Buy
• Stardew Valley $13 (Reg. $20+) | Walmart
• Grand Theft Auto V $20 or $16 w/ GCU (Reg. $30+) | Best Buy
• Dark Souls Remastered $30 or $24 (Reg. $40+) | Best Buy
• Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete $20 or $16 w/ GCU (Reg. $40) | Best Buy
• Horizon Zero Dawn $10 or $8 w/ GCU (Reg. $30) | Best Buy

ICYMI: The Steam Summer Sale is here! and Nintendo is bringing Labo support to Mario Kart 8 so you can race w/ your cardboard creations.

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Earlier this week Nintendo announced that it would be pairing its newly-released cardboard accessories with the fan-favorite Switch title Mario Kart 8. While we took a look at what the team-up would mean for the hit racing game in our announcement coverage, we figured only a hands-on could really show if Labo’s first shot at mainstream use is worthy of the star treatment or if cardboard should stick to being a pizza box. So head below to see us put Labo’s cardboard motorbike accessory to the test.

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Having been out for just two months, Nintendo’s recent cardboard-based endeavor, Labo, has been off to a great start. While fan reception has been solid across the board, at E3, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé went on the record saying that Labo met the company’s expectations and would definitely be something Nintendo is “going to continue to support well into the future.”

Many thought that we wouldn’t be seeing any significant updates to the DIY accessory platform until the end of the year at least, but last night Nintendo announced that Labo and Mario would be teaming up. Soon you’ll be able to pair your cardboard motorbike creation with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and try to tackle the Mushroom Cup in style.

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