3DS eShop - Timeline
Friday19th Oct 2018
News Wario's Latest Microgame Collection On 3DS Wasn't Just A Quick Money Grab
There was a serious selection process
WarioWare Gold on the 3DS is arguably the definitive Warioware collection with the inclusion of the best 300 microgames covering every title in the series from the original 2003 Game Boy Advance release to the slightly more recent 2013 Wii U game. As fantastic as the new microgame collection is, there are...
Saturday4th Aug 2018
News Dataminer Uncovers Early Cutscene Frames Within WarioWare Gold Game Files
"Wahahahaha!"
Wario's hijacked the eShop, Nintendo's Twitter account and even issued his own press release in celebration of WarioWare Gold arriving on the 3DS. Overall, it's been an effective way of reminding everyone games are still actually being released on the system. Now, website Gaming Reinvented reports an equally as naughty...
Wednesday1st Aug 2018
That's a lot of Bells
Animal Crossing: Wild World on the Nintendo DS is no longer the best-selling title in the lifestyle simulation series. Despite there being far less 3DS systems in the wild compared to the Nintendo DS, the odds have been defied. As of Nintendo’s latest financial report, Animal Crossing: New Leaf for 3DS has sold 11.78...
Tuesday31st Jul 2018
News Picross e9 Brings Its Puzzling Gameplay To 3DS Next Month
e9 + S2 = lots of puzzles
Jupiter has announced today that Picross e9 is gearing up for release on Nintendo 3DS. The game is launching in Japan on 8th August with other regions expected to follow shortly after. The news comes just days after the reveal of Picross S2, the second Switch instalment of the franchise which will be hitting the eShop this...
Tuesday24th Jul 2018
News Treasurenauts For 3DS eShop Cancelled, Switch Development Remains On-Track
No longer a viable market
Treasurenauts has been in development for what feels like forever, with both 3DS and Switch versions planned. However, 3DS owners might want to look away now because in the latest Atooi video update, Jools Watsham has revealed the development for that version has been cancelled. His reasoning is pretty sound;...
Sunday22nd Jul 2018
News Head Of MercurySteam Believes Nintendo And Konami Resurrected Spanish Studio
Forever thankful
Spanish-based studio, MercurySteam, is best known for developing Metroid: Samus Returns and also working on Konami's Castlevania series - including the 3DS entry, Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate. Although the studio’s history has been well docu
Thursday19th Jul 2018
Nintendo Download 19th July (Europe)
Every game, demo, DLC and theme hitting the EU eShop today
Another week, another eShop update! Expect plenty of new games, DLC updates and discounts on the eShops in your region - there's bound to be something down below that'll whet your gaming appetite. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and a comment down below with your potential...
Nintendo Download 19th July (North America)
Mega Man X Legacy! Pool Panic! City Connection... again!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. Have a read down below and you're bound to find something that'll get your bank balance shaking with fear. Enjoy! Switch eShop: Mega Man X Legacy...
When paths collide
As much as Tingle divides The Legend of Zelda fanbase, the stories he continues to provide the Nintendo community are priceless. During a chat with Kotaku about Dillon's Dead-Heat Breakers, Nintendo producer Kensuke Tanabe revealed the quirky fairy hopeful - starting out in Majora’s Mask - was going to be the star of a...
Wednesday18th Jul 2018
Video Japanese WarioWare Gold Trailer Is Four Minutes Of Microgame Insanity
Weird, wacky and wonderful
WarioWare Gold is out next month on the 3DS and in preparation for the release, Nintendo’s Japanese YouTube account has uploaded a new four-minute overview trailer of the game. The recent demo made available on the 3DS eShop at the start of this month allowed players to go hands-on with Wario's latest outing, and this...
Thursday12th Jul 2018
Nintendo Download 12th July (Europe)
Every game, demo, DLC and theme hitting the EU eShop today
We're almost halfway into July, so that means more summertime games to keep your entertained on Nintendo Switch, 3DS, Wii U and mobile. Since it's Thursday, expect plenty of new games, DLC updates and discounts on the eShops in your region - there's bound to be something down below that'll...
Nintendo Download 12th July (North America)
All the games and downloadable content hitting the NA eShops
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games, fresh DLC and discounts galore to an eShop in your region. Have a read down below and you're bound to find something that'll get your bank balance shaking with fear. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch...
Thursday5th Jul 2018
Nintendo Download 5th July (North America)
All the games and downloadable content hitting the NA eShops
The Nintendo Download update is finally here, kicking off the month of July with all manner of summery delights ready to leap onto your Nintendo console of choice. From slices of retro goodness to all manner of indie curios, you're bound to find something to tickle your fancy. Feel free to...
Nintendo Download 5th July (Europe)
Every game, demo, DLC and theme hitting the EU eShop today
It's Thursday, so you know what that means - it's time for the weekly Nintendo Download update. This week's haul brings all manner of new digital delights to an eShop near you, so there's bound to be something that'll catch your eye. Drop a vote in our poll if it applies, and a comment or...
Thursday28th Jun 2018
Nintendo Download 28th June (Europe)
Here are all the shiny new things arriving on the EU eShops
The Nintendo Download for Europe update has gone live, bringing with it all manner of new games, DLC, demos, themes and more to the various eShops in your region. So have a read and see what takes your fancy. And while you're here, why not drop a vote in the poll, and a comment down below...
Nintendo Download 28th June (North America)
Every new bit of content hitting the NA eShops
The Nintendo Download update has gone live, bringing with it plenty of new additions to the eShops. From tiny indies to full-blown triple-A releases, there's bound to be something to tickle your fancy. As always, be sure to drop a vote in the poll and a comment below with your favourite new additions to...
Thursday21st Jun 2018
Nintendo Download 21st June (Europe)
The European eShops have some new goodies
The Nintendo Download has arrived on the EU eShops, and that means lots of new games, DLC, demos and themes to add to your growing collection. Be sure to leave a vote in the poll below, and a comment with your hot picks from the latest digital haul. Enjoy! Switch eShop: Mario Tennis Aces (Nintendo,...
Nintendo Download 21st June (North America)
Here are all the new games arriving on the NA eShops
The latest update to the Nintendo eShops in North America is here, and it's brought all manner of new and exciting games to your digital doorstop. Whether its a LEGO-themed blockbuster or a new addition to your growing HAMSTER collection, there's bound to be something to tickle your fancy. Be sure...
Thursday14th Jun 2018
Nintendo Download 14th June (Europe)
Every new bit of content hitting the eShops
Welcome to this week's Nintendo Download roundup, your weekly update on every new game, piece of DLC, discount and theme coming to the eShops in your region. As always, drop a vote in our poll if it takes your fancy, and leave us a comment below with your thoughts on the latest additions to Switch, 3DS and...
Nintendo Download 14th June (North America)
New games, DLC, discounts and more
Thursday is here once more, bringing with it the promise of a new weekend on the horizon, and a fresh update to your local eShops. This week's haul of digital delights includes everything from a battle royale phenomenon and an objective-based shooter to a shape-based puzzler and grim-looking platformer. We'd like...
Friday8th Jun 2018
Nintendo Download 7th June (Europe)
Get the lowdown on the Nintendo Download
Update: Sorry for the delay, but Nintendo Life didn't receive the latest update from Nintendo of Europe until this morning. Thanks for your patience. E3 2018 is mere days away, so what better way to get you in the mood for the big announcements and reveals to come than a nice new game or two? The latest...
Thursday7th Jun 2018
Nintendo Download 7th June (North America)
All the new games and content coming to the NA eShops this week
The Nintendo Download is here yet again, and it's the last one before E3 2018 kicks off and all that hype turns into actual game announcement and realised dreams. So to get you in the mood for all those revelations to come, we've gathered together all the new additions to the various...
Thursday31st May 2018
Nintendo Download 31st May (Europe)
Grab a new game or two from this week's eShop updates
It's time for another Nintendo Download update on the Switch, 3DS and Wii U eShops, which brings with it all manner of new games, demos, discounts and themes to add to your virtual collection. We're sure you'll find something to your liking in this week's haul. As always, be sure to leave a vote...
Nintendo Download 31st May (North America)
All the new games, deals and demos arriving on the NA eShops
It's the time of the week yet again as the Nintendo Download update brings in all manner of fresh games and other virtual delights to an eShop near you. This week we've got something for everyone, ranging from Switch indies to 3DS titles and Wii U oddities. As always, drop a vote in the...
Thursday24th May 2018
Nintendo Download 24th May (Europe)
Every game, demo, DLC and theme hitting the EU eShop today
Thursday is once again upon us, bringing with it a brand new Nintendo Download for all those lovely eShops. It's a big one this week, with everything from returning classics to some exciting new entries from the world of independent development. As always, leave a vote in the poll below and...
Nintendo Download 24th May (North America)
All the games and downloadable content hitting the NA eShops
The latest Nintendo Download goes live today on the various eShops, adding in an impressive new wave of titles to Switch, 3DS and Wii U - so be sure to log in and see what takes your fancy. As always, be sure to leave a vote in the weekly poll, and drop a comment or two below with your hot...
Thursday17th May 2018
Nintendo Download 17th May (Europe)
New games - and more - on the EU eShops
This week's Nintendo Download update is in, bringing in tons of new games, demos, themes and activities to the EU eShops. As always, be sure to add a vote or two to the poll at the bottom of the article, and a comment with your chosen digital pickups. Enjoy! Switch eShop: Hyrule Warriors: Definitive...
Nintendo Download 17th May (North America)
Here are all the new games heading to the eShops today
Thursday has rolled around once more, so it's time to see what delights Nintendo has brought to its various eShops with this week's Nintendo Download. As always, be sure to leave a vote in our poll and drop us a comment or two in the comments section on which games you'll be picking up...
Tuesday15th May 2018
News Sink Your Teeth Into 15 Minutes Of Bloodstained: Curse Of The Moon Footage
Coming to Switch and 3DS soon
If you've been missing Castlevania recently, then you'll no doubt have jumped up and down with excitement at the news that Inti Creates is bringing Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon to Switch and 3DS on May 24th. The news was announced at this year's BitSummit in Japan, and during the event some gameplay was...
Thursday10th May 2018
Nintendo Download 10th May (Europe)
Here are all the latest games and discounts coming to the EU eShops
The Nintendo Download for all your lovely people in the EU is here, with updates to the Switch, 3DS and Wii U eShops all rolled into one lovely package. So have a browse and see if anything tickles your gaming fancy. Oh, and don't forget to leave a vote in our weekly poll, and a...