3DS eShop - Timeline
Thursday2nd Nov 2017
Nintendo Download 2nd November (North America)
Sonic Forces! Morphite! Super Beat Sports! Sparkle 2 EVO! More!
It's another week, dear readers, and we have the Nintendo Download Update details for North America. There were various arrivals earlier in the week and now we have the formal update that is, as normal, rather busy and full of options. There are some varied and intriguing choices across...
Thursday26th Oct 2017
Nintendo Download 26th October (Europe)
Super Mario Odyssey! The Mummy Demastered! Halloween Sales! Much more!
Another Nintendo Download Update is live in Europe, and it's a big one. In addition to Mario's notable arrival on Switch we have a whole lot of other tempting options, along with the usual DLC add-ons and discounts. Let's get to it! Switch Retail Downloads: Super Mario Odyssey...
Nintendo Download 26th October (North America)
Super Mario Odyssey! Poi! Splasher! Moon Hunters! Much more!
It's Nintendo Download Update day, and this one is arguably one of the biggest of the year. We have Nintendo's main man making his full 'main game' Switch debut, of course, while there are also a number of rather tempting download options on the table. Let's get to it. Switch Retail...
Tuesday24th Oct 2017
News Nintendo's European eShop Halloween Sale is Now Live
Shovel Knight! Thimbleweed Park! Axiom Verge! More!
Nintendo has been teasing its Halloween eShop discounts for about a week, and the roll-out has kicked off in Europe. It promises 'over 100' discounts across Switch, 3DS and Wii U, with some that may be genuinely tempting. Below are some highlights from Nintendo's news post and from our own...
Friday20th Oct 2017
News Minecraft-Like Title Battleminerz is Heading to 3DS This Year
Amazeballz
The world has seen a small army of Minecraft clones make their way to gaming consoles - some have been successful, others not so much. Developer Wobbly Tooth Games is the latest to join the trend (for a second time, actually) by bringing Battleminerz to Nintendo 3DS. The game is a sequel to the studio's earlier effort Battleminer (a game...
Thursday19th Oct 2017
Nintendo Download 19th October (Europe)
Fire Emblem Warriors! Spelunker Party! Elliot Quest! Much more!
The latest European Nintendo Download Update is live, and it's another busy line-up with lots of varied options. There are two retail releases on Switch alongside the usual inundation of download games, while there are also big arrivals on the New 3DS / 3DS. With plentiful discounts...
Nintendo Download 19th October (North America)
Fire Emblem Warriors! The Mummy Demastered! Knight Terrors! Much more!
It's another Nintendo Download Update for North America, and as is now the norm it's absolutely jam-packed with content. The Nintendo Switch eShop accounts for most of the options, again, with a first-party retail title being joined by some download-only gems; the New 3DS doesn't...
Wednesday18th Oct 2017
News New Story Trailer For Apollo Justice On 3DS Reveals Release Dates For North America & Europe
You won’t object to this
Earlier this year Capcom announced it was releasing a revamped version of Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney on the 3DS. With the game already scheduled for a November launch, the Japan-based publisher and developer has now confirmed the title will release in North America on 21st November and across Europe on 23rd November. To...
Thursday12th Oct 2017
Nintendo Download 12th October (Europe)
Wulverblade! Flame in the Flood! 88 Heroes! Yono! Sine Mora EX! More!
It's that time, once again, for the European Nintendo Download Update. It's another busy week with the Switch in particular getting loaded up with tempting options, though the 3DS and Wii U also have a bit to offer. Let's just right into the details, shall we? Switch Retail...
Nintendo Download 12th October (North America)
Wulverblade! Flame in the Flood! 88 Heroes! Yono! Much more!
It’s Nintendo Download Update time and we have another busy week to enjoy in North America. The Switch eShop has a bumper line-up to consider, of course, though the Wii U and 3DS don’t miss out entirely; the little handheld even has a big-time RPG from Atlus that's out soon. There’s...
Thursday5th Oct 2017
Nintendo Download 5th October (Europe)
Stardew Valley! Axiom Verge! Oxenfree! Mario & Luigi! Layton! Much more
Another week, another impressive European Nintendo download line-up to separate us all from our cash. The Switch eShop has a broad range of strong arrivals, while the 3DS has three retail releases vying for attention. The Wii U doesn't miss out, either, and there's also a lot of...
Nintendo Download 5th October (North America)
Stardew Valley! Axiom Verge! Mario & Luigi! Layton! Tumblestone! Much more!
It's Nintendo Download Update time, ladies and gentleman, and it's another cracker. This week brings an impressive range of new releases on Switch, both at retail and as download-only titles. The 3DS also weighs in, with two notable retail releases on the veteran handheld;...
Thursday28th Sep 2017
Nintendo Download 28th September (Europe)
FIFA! Arcade Archives Mario Bros.! Golf Story! Loads of games!
It's time for another European Nintendo Download Update, and it's a big one. There's a lot on offer on the Switch, ranging from notable retail titles to a number of intriguing downloads. The 3DS and Wii U also have some new arrivals, while there are discounts across all three stores;...
Nintendo Download 28th September (North America)
FIFA! Golf Story! Yo-kai Watch 2! Picross S! One Piece! Over 20 games!
Well, this week's North American Nintendo Download Update is a bit of a beast. It's absolutely jam packed with games, especially on the Nintendo Switch; there's a mix of notable retail releases and some rather promising download titles. The 3DS and Wii U don't entirely miss out,...
Wednesday27th Sep 2017
Review Pokémon Gold And Silver (3DS eShop / GBC)
Golden oldies
Pokémon Gold and Silver are the second generation instalments in the Pokémon series; released at the turn of the millennium, the games arrived just a few short years after their predecessors, Pokémon Red and Blue. Boasting a whole new world to explore, 100 new monsters (bringing the total to 251), and an entirely new cast of...
Monday25th Sep 2017
News Four More Games Available for Gold Points in European My Nintendo Update
Nano Assault EX! Tengami! More!
The My Nintendo programme may not be blowing the doors off quite yet, but it has been improving a little in recent months. One example has been the opportunity to redeem Gold Points for some full downloads, a way to turn purchases on the eShop into free games. The latest European update to the loyalty programme adds...
Thursday21st Sep 2017
Nintendo Download 21st September (Europe)
Pokkén and retro Pokémon! SteamWorld Dig 2! Thimbleweed Park! More!
It's time for another Nintendo Download Update in Europe, and there are varied options to contemplate. The Switch has two retail titles and also some terrific download-only options. The 3DS stand-outs are a couple of Pokémon classics, while the Wii U doesn't completely miss out;...
Nintendo Download 21st September (North America)
Pokkén and retro Pokémon! SteamWorld Dig 2! Arcade Archives! More!
It's time for another Nintendo Download Update, and it's a very busy line-up to get through. The Switch has five retail titles to consider, and also some terrific download-only options. The 3DS stand-outs are a couple of Pokémon classics, while the Wii U Virtual Console...
Thursday14th Sep 2017
News Chicken Wiggle Gets a Discount and Shiny New Trailer
Highlights over 400 levels to try out online
Chicken Wiggle has been an enjoyable recent arrival on the 3DS eShop, but the Atooi release has only had "very low" sales to date, as highlighted by the studio's Jools Watsham. When confirming its woes Watsham also said a discount would be coming to the game, and now there are full details. Chicken...
Nintendo Download 14th September (Europe)
Metroid: Samus Returns! NBA 2K18! Quest of Dungeons! Much more!
It's been a busy week learning about games due in the next few months, but a range of titles are available today. The Switch is particularly busy with retail and download-only games, while the 3DS has the week's biggest release; there are the usual download and DLC options, too. Let's...
Nintendo Download 14th September (North America)
Metroid: Samus Returns! NBA 2K18! Minecraft on New 3DS! Much more!
After the Nintendo Direct excitement this week we get down to the nitty-gritty of the Nintendo Download Update. It's a busy one this week, with a whole lot of new arrivals on the Switch eShop, while the 3DS / New 3DS also get two massive releases to consider. It's a big update, so...
News Dillon's Rolling Western Is Coming Back For A Third Helping Of Armadillo-Rolling Action
It's a Dead Heat!
We really loved Dillon's Rolling Western when it span on to the 3DS eShop back in 2012. The sequel Dillon's Rolling Western: The Last Ranger released the following year was really good, too. It seems that Nintendo aren't yet finished with the lovable wild west armadillo as Dillon's Rolling Western: Dead Heat...
Friday8th Sep 2017
News Azure Striker Gunvolt Has Passed 250k Sales on 3DS
Electrifying
Inti Creates did a fantastic job of continuing on the legacy of Mega Man in its own way with the stellar Azure Striker Gunvolt games, which first debuted on the 3DS a few years back. The two games just saw a rerelease on the Switch with the Azure Striker Gunvolt: Striker Pack and while what’s next for the series is still just about...
Thursday7th Sep 2017
News 80's Overdrive Developer Breaks Silence With Development Update
The rad 3DS retro racer is still coming to the system
80's Overdrive was a title that certainly caught the eye in 2016, a 3DS eShop title with stylistic similarities to the likes of Rad Racer and Out Run. Developer Insane Code had Vectorwolf on board for the soundtr
News Jools Watsham Highlights Low Chicken Wiggle Sales, Confirms Upcoming Discount
"I think the indie audience has left the 3DS and moved onto Switch"
Chicken Wiggle by Atooi is one of the most notable 3DS eShop releases in recent times, a retro-styled platformer with level creation and sharing tools. Despite the positive reputation of the developers - largely the former Renegade Kid team behind Mutant Mudds - the game has sold...
Nintendo Download 7th September (Europe)
Binding of Isaac! LEGO Worlds! Baseball! Monster Hunter Stories! Much more!
The European Nintendo Download Update is live, and it's a packed line-up this week. We have two retail arrivals on the Switch along with seven new download-only options. In addition the 3DS has its own retail arrival alongside a new download title, the Wii U has two new...
Nintendo Download 7th September (North America)
Monster Hunter Stories! Rayman Legends! The Bridge! NeuroVoider! Much more!
It's time for another North American Nintendo Download Update, and this week is potentially a cracker. Both the Switch and the 3DS have notable retail releases, while the new system's eShop has quite a few tempting options to consider; there's even a Wii U Virtual Console...
Sunday3rd Sep 2017
News CIRCLE Entertainment and Flyhigh Works Confirm Impressive Line-Up of Switch Titles
All planned for release in Japan
The names CIRCLE Entertainment and Flyhigh Works are likely familiar with eager eShop gamers. The former has been prolific on the 3DS and, between them, the two companies have brought titles like VOEZ and Kamiko to the Switch eShop. The publishers / developers do a lot of work on the Japanese eShop, including...
Thursday31st Aug 2017
Nintendo Download 31st August (Europe)
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle! League of Evil! Zed Blade! Much more!
It's that time again, dear readers, for the Nintendo Download Update in Europe. This week has brought us two retail titles and a few interesting download-only games on Switch, while a promising 3DS eShop game and various DLC packs across platforms are also up for grabs - along...
Wednesday30th Aug 2017
News Mom Hid My Game Will Try to Find a Home on Switch and 3DS Later This Year
Previously a smart device release
Quite a few of the games in today's Nindie Showcase made a positive impression, but it's fair to say that Mom Hid My Game baffled some onlookers. It's a light-hearted game in which you have to solve puzzles and find assorted gaming systems hidden through various rooms. Developed by hap Inc. and previously released...
