The new Ring-Con and Ring Fit Adventure have now been made official by the folks at Nintendo. Last week the big N teased some new and odd-looking motion controller for Nintendo Switch, and today we are finally getting more details. Head below for everything.
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It looks like Nintendo has been experimenting with bendable Joy-Con. A recent US patent shows off what appears to be a hinged Joy-Con docked to the Switch itself. After an extremely busy end-of-summer with new SNES controllers, Switch Online Super Nintendo games, new Star Wars remakes, Switch Lite, and new cases, Nintendo might not be done just yet. All the details are down below.
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While most of us spent the day waiting for the new online SNES games to go live, Nintendo teased a mysterious new Switch motion controller peripheral. Featured in a brief teaser trailer, the new Switch ring accessory links up with your Joy-Con to offer some kind of “new experience for Nintendo Switch”. You’ll find that footage and more details down below.
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Nintendo blew up the internet yesterday with its new SNES Switch games library. While eager fans had to wait out most of the day before the first 20 games in the collection became available on the eShop, they appear to be live for just about everyone now. While most expected the SNES library to grow on a regular basis much the same as the NES offerings have been, that now appears as though it will not be the case. Head below for more.
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With last night’s announcement of Switch Online SNES games going live, having an active membership just got a whole lot more valuable. Regularly $20 for an annual Switch Online subscription, you still have time to score one for free and access the first batch of freebie SNES games while you’re at it. Head below the fold for all the details.
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If you have been waiting on Overwatch for Switch, wait no longer. Well, a little bit longer anyway. Blizzard’s popular hero shooter is apparently coming to Switch next month if recent leaks rings true. The announcement was initially scheduled for tonight’s Nintendo Direct presentation but has now made its way to the internet some 8 hours ahead of schedule. More details below.
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A new official Nintendo Switch Lite case has been spotted. The first-party snap-on case is designed to offer some protection for your new Nintendo handheld while still leaving the footprint slim enough to slide in your pocket. Although, it’s hard to say when it will come available. All the details are down below.
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After Nintendo announced the Switch Lite console back in July, there was instant interest from all sides for the latest mobile gaming system to hit the streets. But questions remain about the $200 console. How does the Switch experience translate with unremovable Joy-Con? Is the screen size too small? Is Nintendo cannibalizing itself? Well, Switch Lite reviews are out, and all of those questions seem to be answered with resounding applause. Initial returns applaud the budget handheld as having a “premium feel” and being “sneaky good.” Hit the jump to hear more about what early Nintendo Switch Lite reviews reveal.
After being officially announced back in July, the new Nintendo Switch model is now available at most major retailers. Not to be confused with the upcoming portable Switch Lite, the latest update to the Switch standard features a number of internal enhancements over the existing model. And we are already starting to see some opportunities to score one at a major discount. Read on for more details.
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We are getting a massive batch of new Switch indie games this year and beyond. The Switch has its fair share of big-time AAA games like Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, but the platform is also well-known for its indie support. The Switch and the upcoming Switch Lite are ideal for taking these smaller titles with you on-the-go and the list of games is about to get much more extensive. Head below for all of the best titles announced at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase.
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It looks as though Nintendo could be in the preparation phase of launching SNES games for Switch alongside a new Super Nintendo-style controller. Eagle-eyed members of the Resetera forum found an FCC filing which shows Nintendo’s interest in a new Switch controller and possibly the games to support it. Head below for all the details.
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Anyone who’s logged some playtime on an NES has undoubtedly booted up hits like Mario, Donkey Kong or Zelda. With those titles having already been added to Switch Online, for August’s new additions, Nintendo is pulling out some NES deep cuts. For the first time in over a decade, you’ll be able to officially play Kung-Fu Heroes and Vice: Project Doom here in the United States. Head below for all the details and for when you’ll be able enjoy the obscure vintage releases.
Following his theatrical debut earlier this year, Detective Pikachu will soon be making another first appearance, this time on the Switch. Hoping to find success on Nintendo’s latest system, Creatures Inc. is growing its team in preparation of bringing the electric investigator to a brand-new release. Head below for a look at some of the sequel’s characters, as well as additional details.
You have to see these new Sugarfina collectible Nintendo boxes. Filled with sweet treats, the crossover collaboration with Nintendo features some amazing candy boxes for your game room and your sweet tooth. From individual themed-candy boxes to the 3-piece, design-your-own NES bento box, you’ll definitely want to head below for a closer look.
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Nintendo Switch Lite preorders are now live. After months of speculation and rumors, Nintendo made its new Switch console official earlier this month. Along with new colorways and updated internals, the machine sports built-in gamepads and a more compact display, among other features. There’s no telling what availability will be like on release day, so locking-in a preorder now might be your best shot at having one in your hands on day one. All the details are down below.
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Since debuting its Labo VR Kit back in April, Nintendo has been rolling out updates giving some of the Switch’s most popular titles Virtual Reality support. Today gamers will have yet another reason to strap on the cardboard headset, as Nintendo is adding Labo VR compatibility to Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. With several levels to explore, the added content makes its way to the Switch as part of a free software update. Head below for more details.
A new Disney Nintendo Switch is on the way. After announcements of the Switch Lite with significantly better battery life and an upcoming upgraded original console, Nintendo is on a roll lately with new hardware reveals. While today’s variant might never leave the shores of Japan, you’ll definitely want to head below to feast your eyes on the brand new Disney themed machine. And, yes, Mickey’s ears are featured on the console.
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Nintendo is reportedly going to fix your broken Joy-Con controllers for free. After a long string of reports surfaced on the internet pertaining to loose or drifting controllers, a new report suggests it has prompted the big N to alter its policy on the matter resulting in free refunds and repairs for all! Head below for all the details.
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Last week we got a first look at the Switch Lite, which was followed by a rumor that Nintendo would be enhancing the original hybrid console with a refreshed model. Today Nintendo has officially announced its Switch update, which features increased battery life, new internal components and more. We also got a first look at new Switch accessories alongside Luigi’s Mansion 3 getting an official release date. Head below for more.
It now appears as though the original Nintendo Switch will be getting a hardware update. After what felt like a year of near constant rumors, Nintendo officially unveiled the Switch Lite yesterday. But it isn’t quite finished updating its latest console lineup just yet.
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If this morning’s Switch Lite unveil gave you Gameboy Advanced vibes and are now craving some more old school Nintendo content, you’re in luck. Continuing to give retro gaming fans more classic titles, this month Donkey Kong 3 will be arriving on the Switch. That’s not all, as Nintendo will also be dishing out Wrecking Crew as well. Arriving on Nintendo Switch Online later in July, you’ll want to head below for the full scoop on when you’ll be able to dive into the pair of retro-releases.
After rumors have been circulating around for nearly a year now, we’re finally getting an official unveil of the new Nintendo Switch Lite. Priced at $200, which is $100 less than its larger sibling, the latest iteration of Nintendo’s handheld console offers a smaller footprint with a few key differences. Nintendo Switch lite arrives as a pared down version of the beloved Switch with a few changes that may irk some gamers. Most notably is the end of removable Joy-Con controllers in lieu of built-in gamepads, one feature that was a major selling point of the original and larger model. Designed with ultra-portability in-mind, there is a lot to consider with Nintendo’s latest handheld. More details below.
While anticipation is at an all-time high for the first mainline Switch RPG, the Pokemon Sword and Shield differences have not really been all that apparent. Set for release later this year, we now have a better idea about how each version will vary come launch day. Head below for all the details and some footage of the new Gigantamaxing.
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If you’ve been paying attention to the Nintendo rumor mill this year, reports of a supposed Switch Pro and Mini have been hard to miss. The latest of these comes straight from the big N’s mouth; as during its latest shareholders meeting, Nintendo noted that the company has been actively pursuing integrating 5G into its product line. With cloud gaming on the rise, Nintendo is investigating how to pair its hybrid hardware with future advancements. Head below for the full scoop.
There are a couple notable Mario Maker 2 secrets hiding in the game’s story mode. Releasing today on Nintendo Switch, there are a few additions that aren’t immediately available to gamers when they boot the creator mode up, opposed to what you might expect. We are getting in to some spoiler material below here. So consider yourself warned and then jump below the fold to find out how to access it all.
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While reports of a new Nintendo Switch have been swirling around the internet for a while, we finally have some concrete evidence of a new unit on the horizon. Chinese accessory website Honson recently listed several Nintendo Switch mini items. Though currently listed as out of stock, these are the first potential pictures of Nintendo’s next console that we’ve seen.
When Nintendo Switch debuted back in 2017, its portable form-factor was arguably its most compelling feature. The thought of taking top-tier Nintendo games on-the-go while still retaining a physical controller excited tons of fans, including myself.
Fast-forward to 2019 and one of the biggest Switch complaints is how uncomfortable it can be to use Joy-Con controllers outside of quick gaming sessions. With today’s unveiling of the Hori Grip, Switch owners may soon have a way to more comfortably embrace portable gaming.
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With most of the E3 2019 talk focused on Captain America, Cloud, Breath of the Wild 2 and Keanu Reeves, the new Collection of Mana slipped through the cracks to some degree. The Collection, which was released in Japan 2 years ago, includes the Japan-only Secret of Mana 3, while packaging together some of the most beloved vintage RPGs in to a single Nintendo Switch package. But that’s on top of a brand new remake coming from the series coming sometime next year. Head below for all the details.
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It’s finally time for the big Nintendo E3 2019 showcase. As usual, Nintendo dropped a special E3 Direct stream for this year’s big show. Pokémon Sword and Shield got is own event last week and we are seeing some great summer Nintendo deals, but now it’s time to look at everything from the big N’s E3 presentation. Head below for all of today’s biggest announcements, reveals and gameplay footage.
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Hot off of this morning’s Nintendo Direct centering around Pokémon Sword and Shield we’re getting some additional Switch news. Continuing the recent trend of dishing out three new re-releases per month, the company is debuting Double Dragon 2 alongside two other NES titles. Coming to Nintendo Switch Online later this month, you’ll want to head below for the full scoop on when you’ll be able to dive into the three retro-releases.
Nintendo broadcasted a pre-E3 2019 Direct event today which revealed some details and the official release date for Pokémon Sword and Shield. Along with the 2019 release date, we got a closer look at the new region, gigantic Pokémon, some open world gameplay and the twin pack. All the details are down below.
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While Nintendo was generous enough to absolutely unload on new details this week, some may have noticed a few Super Mario Maker 2 secrets during the presentation. We aren’t talking about easter eggs here, but rather some details that you might not have noticed in the fast-paced Nintendo Direct event. Ranging from new possible power-ups only spotted in the overseas showcase, or some seemingly obvious omissions from the official script, you’ll want to head below for all the details.
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Last night Nintendo gave fans 15 minutes of pure Super Mario Maker 2 goodness. After Direct, the company also announced that it would be giving Nintendo Switch Online subscribers yet another perk. Nintendo’s new Switch game vouchers launch as a way to save on digital pre-orders and previously-released first-party titles. Head below for more details and to see how good of a value Nintendo’s recent promotion is.
The scheduled Super Mario Maker 2 Nintendo Direct event just took place via the company’s social channels. The big N promised us nothing but SMM2 for 15 straight minutes and it certainly did not disappoint. While some of the info in today’s presentation already appeared in our previous details roundups, we now have a much better idea of what to expect come June when the game officially launches. Head below for all the details.
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Nintendo E3 2019 is already starting to take shape. As soon as we start to push into May, gamers everywhere really only have one thing in mind and that’s E3. The world’s largest gaming convention is set to kick off June 11th, but Nintendo’s festivities will be getting a head start this year. Head below for all the details.
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Feel like the Nintendo Switch just doesn’t have enough of a side-scrolling platformers? Well then you’re in luck. Later this month, Donkey Kong Jr. as well as Excitebike and Clu Clu Land will be coming to the hybrid console as part of Nintendo’s latest update to Switch Online. Find more details below on when you’ll be able to dive into the retro titles.
When Nintendo unveiled the sequel at a Direct event back in February, we weren’t left with very many new Super Mario Maker 2 details. We were essentially left to our own devices when it comes to pulling new information about the upcoming create-your-own Mario game. While eagle-eyed fans did pull a number of new features from the brief trailer and game art at the time, a recently released Japanese poster for the game is shedding a bit more light on what’s to come in Super Mario Maker 2.
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New Persona 5 Super Smash Bros. content is available starting today as part of the first DLC pack. On top of that, the version 3.0 update also hits today with some substantial in-game features and content. In fact, Nintendo has now dropped a brand new trailer for Persona 5’s Joker, his abilities and Final Smash. Head below for all the details.
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If you’ve ever had to change which Nintendo Switch you’re using, you’ve likely run into having to move saves between devices. While you used to have to move everything, in its latest update, you can now move individual saved games between Nintendo Switch devices.
This is perfect for the person who shares a Switch with people, or if you just want to take your character to a friend’s house without bringing all of your data. That’s not the only addition in the Switch’s latest update, keep reading to learn more.
Nintendo has shown us twice now that cardboard can be used for more than just boxes with its Labo construction kits. The company’s latest release of creations entered with an even bolder proposition, can cardboard be used for console-level virtual reality? Nintendo Labo VR Kit imbues your Switch with a one-of-a-kind, interactive gaming experience. Head below for our hands-on look at how cardboard can transport you into the virtual world.
Nearly one month ago, Nintendo shocked much of the gaming community by unveiling its latest in Switch cardboard accessory sets. The Labo VR kit would officially bring virtual reality to the hybrid console with a series of mini-games and five different creations. Now the company is taking its bet on virtual reality to the next level. Recently, Nintendo announced it would be bringing support for Super Mario Odyssey and Zelda Breath of the Wild to Labo VR. Head below for all the details.
Fans of the hit boxing game, Punch Out!!, can finally rejoice, as today Nintendo has announced that the classic NES title will soon be arriving on the Switch. As part of the company’s continued effort to supply Nintendo Switch Online with fresh retro games, Punch Out!! will be joined by Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels and Star Soldier. Head below for all the details on the you’ll be able to don the boxing gloves as Little Mac and more.
Over the last couple years, a man by the name of Zammis Clark has been busy hacking Microsoft and Nintendo. And now, after causing millions in damages, he has pled guilty. Head below for more details.
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Amazon is now offering up to 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online for FREE. You will need to be an Amazon Prime member, but providing you have that in order all you have to do is link your Prime account to your Twitch account right here. And then jump over to this landing page to redeem your FREE access. First you claim the 3 months and then after 60 days you can go claim the following 9 months of Switch Online. A year of Switch online is regularly $20. Just remember to manually cancel the subscription as it ends because it will convert into a paid subscription. More details below.
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A report from the Wall Street Journal says a pair of new Switch consoles are expected to launch this year. Previous rumors had suggested Nintendo was already in development on new Switch hardware, but it now appears as though two new versions will be coming to market later this year. Head below for all the details.
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Update 3/7 @ 8:00 PM: Now available for pre-order at Amazon.
One of most unexpected releases from Nintendo last year was Labo, its series of cardboard-based Switch accessories. Tonight, we’ve gotten our first look at the latest addition to the lineup, which brings virtual reality to the portable console for the first time. The new Nintendo Labo VR Kit will launch next month and offers the most ambitious expansion to the Switch thus far. Head below for a closer look.
For the past five months, Nintendo has supplied retro gaming fans with a steady stream of re-releases. Today, we’re getting our first look at the two latest titles to join the expanding library of classic NES games. Both Kid Icarus and StarTropics will be arriving on Nintendo Switch Online later this month. Hit the jump for all the details on how you can play the two fan-favorites.
As we expected from yesterday’s announcement, the big N hosted a brief Pokémon Nintendo Direct this morning. Eager monster collectors were hoping for more news on that highly-anticipated mainline Pokémon RPG and we expected to see at least some kind of mobile-related update. If not some kind surprise remake announcement. Head below for all the details.
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