News God Of War's Art Director Is Still Posting Incredible Realistic Smash Ultimate Designs
We're not jealous of his talent at all...
News Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Fighters Won't Receive Custom Palutena's Guidance Sequences
Even though Piranha Plant got one
News - February, 2019
Thursday28th Feb 2019
Random Is That Marina From Splatoon 2 On The Xbox One Dashboard?
What the...
An Xbox One user who goes by the Twitter handle DumbDeadDoodles has allegedly spotted the Splatoon 2 character Marina hidden on a banner within the 'Mixer' section of the Xbox One dashboard. As crazy as it sounds, other Xbox users posted images of their own dashboards, showing the exact same banner. Take a look at the right side of the...
News Little Friends: Dogs & Cats Is A Nintendogs-Style Game Coming Exclusively To Switch
Now confirmed for the west
Indie game publisher Sold Out has today announced that it will be bringing Imagineer's recent release Little Friends: Dogs & Cats to Switch in the west this spring. We first heard about this one last September when the game was first revealed in an issue of Famitsu magazine. The game soon released in Japan in...
News Get Up To 69% Off Top Ubisoft Games In This Super Nintendo Switch Sale (Europe)
Mario + Rabbids for less than £15
As you may have already seen if you've checked out the Nintendo Download for Europe this week, Ubisoft is hosting a pretty spectacular sale on the eShop for the next couple of weeks. There are a total of 15 games up for grabs at up to 69% off, with extra savings on DLC and the like, too. You can pick up games like...
Hardware Review 8BitDo M30 - The Best Retro Controller On Switch
And it works with the original Mega Drive, too
8BitDo has come a long way in a relatively short space of time. In the beginning, the company wasn't taken totally seriously by a select few who saw its line of clone NES and SNES pads as little more than cheap facsimiles of the real thing, but following a
News Want Resident Evil On Your Switch? You'd Better Have Deep Pockets
"Whaddya buyin'? Sorry, there's a Switch Tax on that"
The news that Resident Evil HD Remaster, Resident Evil Zero and Resident Evil 4 are all coming to Switch was met with a positive response recently, even if Capcom has made the whole purchasing approach totally and utterly confusing. While North American players
News Poll Confirms That Sobble Is The Most Popular Pokémon Sword And Shield Starter
But it was mighty close
Yesterday's reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield didn't give all that much away about the new games, but one particularly notable segment introduced the three new starter Pokémon we can expect to choose from on our journey. As series veterans will be aware, a great emphasis has always been placed on your first Pokémon (even...
Review ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove - A '90s Throwback That Might Be Too Random For Some
Party like it's 1991
In 1991, a strange new game released for the Sega Mega Drive: ToeJam & Earl, a title that defied conventions of both genre and style. That original spaced-out adventure became known as a classic of the era by way of its distinctive presentation and roguelike gameplay. Could a similar formula work as well in a revival 28...
Review Ape Out - A Short But Oh-So-Sweet Action Title That Every Switch Owner Should Play
Ape escape
It’s interesting how modern times have created something of a renaissance in game development, with more developers than ever now producing new games, yet these games, in many ways, feel like they’re becoming gradually more homogenous. Ape Out pushes back against this trend in the best kind of way, crafting a distinctive identity for...
News Epic Doesn't Plan To Improve The Frame Rate In The Switch Version Of Fortnite
Don't expect in-game recording to make a comeback, either
As portable as the Switch version of Fortnite is, there are admittedly a few setbacks when it comes to the game's performance. It's capped at 30 frames per second and Epic even had to remove the video capture feature. During a recent Reddit AMA, the developers of the free-to-play battle...
News Fans Start Petition For Capcom To Release Resident Evil 4 Physically On Switch
Change.org strikes again
Earlier this week, Capcom gave us solid Switch release dates for Resident Evil Zero, Resident Evil, and Resident Evil 4. Amazingly, all three games are coming to the console on the same day, but there was one slightly sour note tucked away in
Guide Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo - Where to Buy Young Link, Ken And Daisy
Shinryuken!
With a new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate comes with it a raft of new amiibo. Nintendo's pulled no punches here either, with a physical toy version of every single new fighter in the latest version of Smash. The next wave of brawlers to be made available for preorder are Young Link, Ken and Daisy, and they all look rather lovely indeed...
Review Fimbul - An Atmospheric But Unforgivably Flaky Norse Adventure
Hitting a Thor spot
It might sound like the name of a cute character from a generic platformer, but Fimbul is actually the final, brutal winter before Ragnarök – AKA: Norse Armageddon. Which tells you an awful lot about Fimbul the game, both in terms of its icy northern European setting and its grim, violent gameplay. You play the part of...
Nintendo Download 28th February (North America)
DELTARUNE, Ape Out, Treasure Stack!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: Fimbul (EuroVideo, Today, $29.99) Fimbul...
News Nintendo Celebrates Pokémon Day With Game Discounts, Wallpapers And More (North America)
Join in the fun
The My Nintendo rewards service in North America has introduced a handful of Pokémon goodies this week to celebrate Pokémon Day, the anniversary of the original games' release in Japan. First up we have a couple of game discounts available. As always, you can take advantage of these discounts by simply using the required Gold or...
News Pauline Joins The Mario Tennis Aces Roster Next Month
Kamek and Dry Bones are also on the way
The ongoing updates for Mario Tennis Aces on the Switch continue, with Nintendo confirming Pauline will be added to the roster as a playable character this March. Pauline was last spotted in Super Mario Odyssey as the mayor of New Donk City and before then has featured in the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series on a...
News Zavvi Launch New 'Original Hero' Clothing Range Inspired by Super Mario
Super Stylish
UK retailer Zavvi has today launched a new fully licensed video game clothing range titled "Original Hero" which has been inspired by "fusing" the familiar Super Mario line art visuals with the "bold, exciting features of Tokyo streetwear" and developed with Nintendo. Unlike most video game merch, the style is somewhat muted using a...
News Macaulay Culkin Revealed As Executive Producer On ToeJam & Earl: Back In The Groove
"Representing the loyal fanbase"
In a story we never thought we'd be writing, American actor and musician Macaulay Culkin has been named as an executive producer for ToeJam & Earl: Back In The Groove. Best known for playing Kevin McCallister in Christmas classic, Home Alone, Macaulay Culkin has actually been rather vocal about his love for the...
Nintendo Download 28th February (Europe)
Trials Rising! LEGO Movie 2! Rad Rodgers!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Trials Rising (Ubisoft, €24.99 /...
News Devil May Cry 5 Director And Producer Would "Love" To Play The Series On Switch
Well, make it happen!
At the start of February, the Devil May Cry 5 director Hideaki Itsuno spoke about the possibility of the protagonist Dante being added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as a DLC fighter. The one problem with this idea was the fact a Devil May Cry game has never been released on a Nintendo platform, wherea
Competition Win A Bundle From Zavvi's New 'Original Hero' Clothing Range
Stay fresh...
To celebrate the launch of the new Original Hero range of clothing our friends at Zavvi have kindly donated a prize bundle worth around £100 to give away to you, the Nintendo Life readers. The Original Hero range fuses the bold, exciting features of Japanese streetwear-inspired style with ‘Super Mario’ line art visuals. These...
Japanese Charts Phoenix Wright Sells Best On Switch, Anthem Steals Mario's Thunder
Switch still ahead in hardware sales
Japanese chart figures are now in for 18th - 24th February, revealing that EA's Anthem has swooped in at number one, keeping New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe in second place for another week. Mario has been sitting high at the top of the Japanese charts ever since it released, often finding itself at number one...
Video Fan Creates Touching Speed Drawing In Tribute Of Nintendo's Reggie Fils-Aimé
Our bodies still aren't ready
As you probably already know by now, Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé is set to retire from his position this April. Reggie has become such a huge part of the company over the last 15 years that it's hard to imagine Nintendo without him, and his enthusiasm for the role, appreciation of his position and...
News GALAK-Z: The Void: Deluxe Edition Is Firing Onto Switch On 26th March
Intense shoot 'em up action on the go
Publishers 612 Games and Golem Entertainment have today announced that GALAK-Z: The Void: Deluxe Edition will be blasting onto the Nintendo Switch scene on 26th March. Previously released to critical acclaim on PS4, Xbox One, and Steam, GALAK-Z: The Void: Deluxe Edition is an intense shoot 'em up which sees...
News Fortnite Season 8 Arrives Today With New Locations, Weapons, Lava And More
And a banana skin (skin, get it?)
At the time of writing, downtime has begun for the eighth season of Fortnite, meaning new areas, weapons and more are just around the corner. As you may well have noticed, a giant volcano has appeared this time around. Pirates, ninjas, and plenty more fighters have started tussling over treasure, with an 'X marks...
Now funding on Kickstarter
Chris Bateman, designer of 1999 adventure game Discworld Noir and puzzle strategy title Ghost Master, is back with another project, this time creating a tribute to '80s ZX Spectrum adventure classic, The Lords of Midnight. The new project is called Silk, a sandbox RPG adventure which isn't just serving as a tribute to The...
News Game Freak Thanks Pokémon Fans For Continued Support Over The Past 23 Years
"We as a company are deeply moved by this day"
The reveal of Pokémon Sword and Shield for the Nintendo Switch also marks 23 years since the release of Red and Green on the Game Boy in Japan. One company that's been along for the ride since the very beginning is Game Freak. Without it, who knows if the pocket monster franchise would have lasted for...
Video Our Extended Reaction To The New Pokémon Games On Switch
Exciting times
Now that you've seen the latest Pokémon Direct, viewed our complete breakdown of the trailer and slapped down a pre-order, it's time to listen to what our lovely video producer Alex Olney has to say about
News Warframe's Nightwave Brings New Challenges, Gear And Additional Content To Switch
The Wolf of Saturn Six
Warframe developer Digital Extremes has launched 'Nightwave', a radio broadcast set to introduce "story-infused gameplay" throughout an ongoing series. With Nightwave, players can tune into their Orbiter Scanners to receive new challenges, collect exclusive rewards, gear, cosmetics and more. All of the new content is...
Wednesday27th Feb 2019
News Pokémon Sword And Shield Are Already Available To Pre-Order
Feeling eager?
Pokémon Sword and Shield were only revealed a couple of hours ago, but that doesn't mean you can't already secure your pre-order if you're a diehard fan. Despite not launching until "late 2019", retailers have already started to list both games for pre-order. Pricing appears to be consistently set at the standard $60 mark, so there...
News You Won't Be Receiving The Full Package When Saints Row: The Third Arrives On Switch
Due out this May
Publisher Deep Silver originally revealed Saints Row: The Third - The Full Package was coming to the Switch at Gamescom 2018. When the official name was confirmed months later, it suggested the game would include all of the previously released DLC. It turns out this isn't actually the case. A listing on 365games.co.uk reveals the...
News Pokémon Sword And Shield Revealed For Nintendo Switch, New Starters Shown
Set in the new Galor region
Revealed as part of today's Pokémon Direct, the highly anticipated Generation 8 games of the Pokémon series will be called Pokémon Sword and Shield. You'll be able to get your hands on them in "late 2019". The games will take place in a brand new region called the Galar region, which is set to feature vast plains and...
News Hang On, Did Junichi Masuda Tease Pokémon Sword And Shield Last Year?
Cheeky cheeky
If you haven't seen the new reveal trailer for Pokémon Sword and Shield yet then, well... What are you doing here? Go and watch it immediately. Now that you're up to speed, it's time to put on our detective (Pikachu) caps for a second. As is now clear, the new games are called Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, with each of the...
Feature Things We’d Love To See In Super Mario Maker 2 On Switch
From 'Likely' to 'Possible' to 'Downright Silly'
After six weeks of rumours and escalating expectations, Nintendo chose to open its first Nintendo Direct of 2019 by revealing Super Mario Maker 2, and as opening gambits go, it was a winner. The original Wii U game launched back in September 2015 and absolutely nailed the basics, providing an...
Gallery A Complete Breakdown Of The Pokémon Sword And Shield Trailer
Time to arm up
Well, we finally got some solid information on the long-awaited next entry in the Pokémon series! It's now got a name; Pokémon Sword & Shield will be releasing this year (thank goodness) and we've got a breakdown below of the trailer from today's Pokémon Direct. Let's have a closer look at the details of the trailer... Things...
Watch Pokémon Direct February 2019 - Live!
Gotta watch it all (with live commentary)
Today's the day, folks. We're getting a Pokémon Direct packed with 7 whole minutes (count 'em) of 'new information'. New information about what, though? The all-new Switch Pokémon title? Pokémon GO? A new Pokémon smartphone app that we'll play once and then forget about? Or an all-new Pokémon release...
News EVO 2019 Drops Super Smash Bros. Melee
Thanks for the memories
In a surprising but inevitable move, Super Smash Bros. Melee has finally been dropped from the world's biggest fighting game tournament. After nearly two decades dominating global fighting game events, the 2001 GameCube release will not be featured at this year's EVO, with organisers opting to fill the 2019 line-up with much...
Deals Treat Your Nintendo Switch To A 400GB Micro SD Card For Only $62
There has never been a better time to buy!
With the newly announced 1TB micro SD card on the way, it seems now is the time to pick up a bargain on a 400GB micro SD card for your Nintendo Switch. These mighty micro SD cards are normally quite pricey, but you can pick one up for only $62.30 as it's Amazon's Deal of the Day. For most people, 400GB...
News Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Switch eShop Listing Reveals April Release
Three ace games in one
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is already in the hands of Switch owners located within Japan, so when will the western fans get to play this glorious three-in-one package originally released on mobile devices and 3DS? According to a listing under the 'coming soon' section on the Australian Switch eShop, Capcom's title...
News Trials Rising Screenshots On The Switch eShop Look Better Than The Actual Game
Dirty practices
If you've viewed any screenshots of the recent Ubisoft release Trials Rising on the Switch eShop, you might have noticed these images don't match the quality of the visuals in the game. As pointed out by Kotaku, this is because these are clearly shots from another version. Unfortunately, this is a common practice within the...
News Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Receives "Major" Update, New Minigame Added
'Happy Homeroom'
Mobile app Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp has just received what is being described as a "major" update, introducing a new interior design minigame called Happy Homeroom. In this new game, you can use your furniture to practice your interior design skills. Your finished designs will be judged by Lottie and other adorable critters,...
Video A Look At Pokémon Snap's Cut Stages, Pokémon, Sequel Ideas And More
"Wonderful!"
Pokémon Snap stands out as one of the most memorable experiences on the Nintendo 64, especially if you're a fan of Game Freak's hugely popular monster-catching franchise, and was also one of the best-selling games for the system, too. It would appear that a considerable amount of content was cut from the final version of the game,...
News Looks Like Ashes Cricket 2019 Is On The Way This Summer, And It's Coming To Switch
Get ready to bowl a googly
We hope you're feeling up for a good ol' game of cricket this summer, because it appears that a brand new game is on the way to Nintendo Switch. No official word has been shared, and we don't even have a confirmed title at present, but the signs are pointing towards an 'Ashes Cricket 2019' game launching this summer. This...
Video Johnny Cage Revealed For Mortal Kombat 11, Here's A First Look
The 14th character to join the roster
Joining the ever-growing roster of fighters for Mortal Kombat 11 today is Johnny Cage, and IGN has shared a first look at him in action in the trailer above. Johnny Cage becomes the 14th character to be officially revealed for the game, set to be playable from launch when it releases on 23rd April in the US (or...
News Game Freak Director Junichi Masuda Thanks Pokémon Fans For Their Continued Support
"Everyone's support made a day like today possible"
Today is a pretty big day for Pokémon fans. Not only are we mere hours away from a Pokémon Direct at the time of writing, which looks set to reveal the next generation of games in the series, but today also marks the 23rd anniversary of the franchise. Yes, on this very day 23 years ago, Pokémon...
News Smash Bros. Ultimate And Super Mario Party Nominated For Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award
There can only be one winner
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate had such a late release last year, it missed out on a lot of the major award ceremonies. Hopefully, it can make up for lost time in 2019. With this in mind, the all-star brawler and Super Mario Party have both been revealed as nominees in the 'Favourite Video Game' category at this year's...
Random UK Theme Park To Host eSports Event, Interesting Looking Nintendo Mascots Spotted
It's a me (kind of)
UK theme park, Thorpe Park Resort, is gearing up for another year of fun as spring draws near. This year, the resort is hosting an eSports event, so several iconic Nintendo and Fortnite characters have come to celebrate. It looks like Mario and friends might have had a bit too much fun, though. The event in question is called...
News The Next Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Event Puts The Pedal To The Metal
Turn it up to 11
Nintendo has revealed the theme for the next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit event, and this time it's embracing all things metal. Yes, under the name 'Hard 'n' Heavy Metal', this event will kick off this Friday and lasts for three days as usual. You'll find plenty of Spirits with metal bodies popping up on the Spirit Board, so...
Tuesday26th Feb 2019
News God Of War's Art Director Is Still Posting Incredible Realistic Smash Ultimate Designs
We're not jealous of his talent at all...
You'll have to forgive us for revisiting this project for a third time, but God of War Art Director, Raf Grassetti, is still working on his collection of realistic Super Smash Bros. Ultimate designs and we can't help but share them for you to see. Last time, we shared Grassetti's takes on the likes of Diddy...
News Noclip Website Lets You Look At Nintendo Video Game Maps In Your Internet Browser
Bookmark it now
The noclip.website - not to be confused with the creators of the high-end game documentaries on YouTube - has been about since 2018. The site is committed to making datamined video game maps accessible to the general public through internet browsers. You may or may not have heard about it previously. So far, a stack of Nintendo maps...
Review RemiLore - An Endearingly Sweet RPG Experience That Might Leave You Wanting More
Got a sweet tooth?
In the modern game industry, it feels like there’s quite a continuous push for ‘event games’, like the sorts of action titles you see plastered over advertisements and social media just about everywhere you go. What doesn’t often get talked about is the market for less intense games; the sorts of experiences more geared...
News Pokémon Direct Officially Confirmed For Tomorrow, 27th February
Generation 8?
A Pokémon Direct has been officially confirmed, scheduled to air tomorrow, 27th February. Pokémon fans all around the world have been eagerly anticipating news for the promised, upcoming Generation 8 games for some time, with many believing that news would drop tomorrow on 'Pokémon Day'. Now, Nintendo has confirmed that a...
Rumour Pokémon Direct Video Tags Suggest Generation 8 Will Indeed Be Shown Tomorrow
Hype intensifies
As you're probably already aware by now, a Pokémon Direct is coming tomorrow. It's exciting, it's intriguing, and it'll hopefully be wonderful, but there's no way of knowing exactly what will be shown. Or is there? Twitter user @pokexperto has discovered that the YouTube uploads already present on the site, which are currently...
Review Modern Combat Blackout - Call Of Duty Has Little To Worry About
Out for the count
By now, we emphatically know that first-person shooters can work on Nintendo Switch. The console’s positioning as a semi-handheld platform – and the realistic limitations of its hardware – simply aren’t an issue when an FPS is developed in the right way. Heck, even PS Vita got a great shooter in the form of Killzone:...
Talking Point Nintendo And Microsoft Working Together Isn't As Crazy As You Think
Dogs + cats living together = ?
The whispers that Microsoft is preparing to launch games and services on Switch are, in some ways, too fantastical to believe; a dream-come-true for fanboys-and-girls of a certain age. The rumoured deal suggests that the company is planning not only to launch Xbox Live and Game Pass integration, but also to publish...
Video New Detective Pikachu Movie Trailer Shows Off Lots Of New Pokémon
This is looking epic
As promised yesterday, a brand new trailer for the Pokémon Detective Pikachu movie has just been released and we're loving every second of it. The trailer features a generous supply of footage we haven't seen before, as well as a variety of Pokémon that have been shown off for the first time. Keep an eye out for the likes of...
News Dead Cells Is Getting A 'Huge' Free DLC Pack Soon
Nine months in the making
Hit ‘roguevania’ Dead Cells is soon to receive a substantial free DLC update across all platforms. Developer Motion Twin has been working on the pack for nine months and, although the base game is complete, it’s looking to add some more flavour and provide explanations and a ‘proper conclusion’ to the story with...
News Nintendo's Mobile RPG Dragalia Lost Is Now Available In The UK, Australia, Canada And More
And it's about time, too
Nintendo's first original IP created for smartphones, Dragalia Lost, has finally become available in several new territories. Fans in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, Canada, Singapore, and New Zealand can download the game for free from today. You'll find the app available on both the AppStore and
Random Brazil's President Just Used Sonic The Hedgehog Music In A Video Message
From a boss battle, no less
Running a country is pretty serious business, and everything from the words spoken and imagery used by politicians is crucial to sharing the correct message. Apparently, for Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro, the perfect way to express an important message is putting it alongside a musical ditty from 2006's Sonic the...
News Dragalia Lost Has Generated More Revenue Than Mario And Animal Crossing On Mobile
An estimated $75 million
Earlier today, we shared the news that Nintendo's mobile RPG Dragalia Lost has finally launched in the UK, Australia, Canada, and more. It definitely makes sense for Nintendo to bring the game to more and more territories, as estimated revenue totals suggest that the game has now surpassed both Super Mario Run and
News Colourful Management Sim World Tree Marché Is Cooking Up A Treat On Switch This Week
With six unique storylines
Flyhigh Works and CIRCLE Entertainment have revealed that World Tree Marché is landing on Switch later this week. The game is described as a "warm-hearted management simulation" in which you run the market of a struggling ‘world tree’ together with six chefs. You'll be taking the role of Royal Food Adviser, tasked...
News Become A Giraffe Detective In Lord Winklebottom Investigates, Coming To Switch Next Year
This looks absolutely bonkers
Charlotte Sutherland, solo Developer at Cave Monsters, has revealed that her first release, Lord Winklebottom Investigates, is heading to Nintendo Switch next year. If you haven't already watched the trailer above, get on it pronto. The game features classic point-and-click adventure gameplay, all wrapped up in a world...
News Japanese My Nintendo Users Can Now Spend Points On Physical Yoshi Goodies
And we're incredibly jealous
In today's episode of 'why does Japan get all the cool stuff and why haven't we just relocated already?', we present to you the latest selection of physical goodies added to the region's My Nintendo rewards service. And everything's coming up Yoshi. Yes, these new arrivals all feature our favourite, green, egg-laying...
Video Digital Foundry Puts The Trials Rising Open Beta On Switch To The Test
Extreme in more ways than one
Prior to the release of Trials Rising, Ubisoft ran an open beta allowing players on all platforms to get a soil sample. Digital Foundry took this opportunity to see how the Switch beta stacked up against the competition. If the beta is anything to go by, the image quality and frame rate are the main concerns. The game...
News Twitch's Pokémon TV And Movie Marathon Returns Tomorrow
On Pokémon Day, of course
Pokémon anime fans, rejoice! Twitch's mega-marathon of movie madness is set to return tomorrow, giving fans the chance to sit back and join the chat as viewers simultaneously watch the show. Returning for a third run, the Twitch Pokémon marathon has previously aired numerous episodes from the TV show as well as some of...
News Horizon Chase Turbo ESRB Classification Suggests A Physical Release Is On The Way
Racing ahead
It appears the Brazilian-based developer Aquiris is moving forward with a Horizon Chase Turbo physical release after a listing for the title has been spotted on the Entertainment Software Rating Board in the US. The Switch and PlayStation 4 hard copy will be published by PM Studios, which is known for previous physical releases such as
News Gunman Clive Will Be A Playable Character In Mechsternmination Force
But there's a catch...
Last Friday, Swedish-based developer Bertil Hörberg announced his new platform action title Mechsternmination Force would be arriving on the Switch eShop this Spring. The game is described as a cross between the Contra series and Shadow of the Colossus on the PlayStation 2, and will apparently be "a lot bigger" than his...
News The Escapists Breaks Out Of Its Digital-Only Existence With A Limited Run For Switch
You've got a long sentence ahead
If you happen to be a fan of top-down strategy games set in a prison, you'll be pleased to hear Limited Run Games is opening pre-orders for a physical Switch copy of The Escapists: Complete Edition on 1st March. Below is the official announcement, courtesy of the Limited Run Twitter account: You've got a long...
Monday25th Feb 2019
News 1TB Micro SD Cards Are About To Hit Stores, Perfect For Your Switch Storage Woes
A lot of space for a lot of cash
Two brand new microSD cards, both boasting a whopping 1TB of storage space, have been officially unveiled today. With one of these beauties tucked away inside your Switch console, you'll likely never have to worry about storage concerns ever again. The cards in question come from Micron and SanDisk (which you can...
News A Trio Of Classic Resident Evil Games Is Coming To Switch This May
"Play all three masterpieces anywhere"
Capcom is bringing Resident Evil Zero, Resident Evil and Resident Evil 4 to the Switch in May, it has revealed. The three games will hit the eShop on May 21st. In North America, there will be the option to purchase Zero and RE1 in a box under the title Resident Evil Origins Collecti
Review Trials Rising - Death-Defying Stunts On The Move
On the rise
Very few games as close to marrying sheer frustration and abject joy as Trials. From its earliest days as a browser game in 2000 to its breakout success on XBLA, RedLynx’s 2.5D racer has always been a tough cookie to crack thanks to its physics-driven stunts and high difficulty curve, and as such, it’s boxed itself into a...
Feature Meet Doug Bowser, The Man Behind The Meme
Just who does this 'Bowser' fellow think he is?
With news that Reggie Fils-Aimé is to step down from his role as President of Nintendo of America, his successor – Mr Doug Bowser – was probably prepared for the deluge of familiar headlines to flood the web. He’s been on the radar of Nintendo fans for a while now – with that surname it would...
News Saints Row: The Third - The Full Package Secures May Release Date On Switch
Not long to wait
Publisher Deep Silver has finally lifted the lid on the Nintendo Switch release date for Saints Row: The Third - The Full Package. We're pleased to let you know that you'll be able to get your hands on it from 10th May. The news comes from a tweet shared by the studio today; no other details were given, but we're happy to have a...
Video Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster And XII: The Zodiac Age Get New Switch Trailers
Pre-orders now live for both
Square Enix has today shared two new trailers for upcoming Final Fantasy games on Nintendo Switch. The trailers have arrived alongside news that both games are now available to pre-order from the Nintendo eShop. We've gathered these trailers and information on each release for you below. Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac...
Reminder Register Your Switch Launch Games Before They Expire This Weekend (Europe)
Don't lose out
This Sunday, the Nintendo Switch will be two years old, meaning it's been two whole years since we first treated our eyeballs to that opening shot in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. If you live in Europe, this means that the My Nintendo programme will soon stop accepting registrations for any games that launched alongside the...
Random This Grandma Has Played Wii Fit Every Day For More Than 10 Years
Hardcore
You won't be surprised to hear that we're rather fond of video games here at Nintendo Life, with many of us boasting frankly ridiculous playtime hour totals on some of our favourite games, but not one of us has ever managed to achieve the levels of dedication shown by this grandma. Shared by Super Rare Games boss George Perkins, the tweet...
News GameStop Lists Wolfenstein: Youngblood And Dragon Quest Heroes 1 & 2 For Switch
2019 placeholder dates
Last June, there was a rumour Wolfenstein: Youngblood would be making its way across to the Nintendo Switch. The idea of this happening came about when a GameStop employee revealed the game was listed for Switch and this followed with it appearing on the company's website. It now seems to have happened again, with a supposed...
News Nintendo Opens Up About Relaxing Content Creator Guidelines
Embracing the community
Last November, Nintendo decided to axe its controversial creators program, replacing it with new guidelines intended to make it easier for creators to monetise any videos featuring Nintendo games. A report published by Japanese publication Nikkei has now discussed Nintendo's new stance, explaining why exactly Nintendo...
Review Devil Engine - A Brutal Yet Rewarding Tribute To The Likes Of Thunder Force And R-Type
The devil is in the detail
Long before 'bullet hell' shooters became the flavour of the month, Technosoft's Thunder Force series took an almost perverse delight in humiliating players who foolishly believed they had the skills to beat even the toughest shmup challenge. Titles like Thunder Force III, IV and V were the pinnacle of 2D shooting...
News Sega Wants To Know Which Games You'd Like On The Mega Drive Mini
But there are limited choices
The Sega Mega Drive Mini is set to bring Sega-focused retro delights to your living room later in 2019, all in a very similar fashion to Nintendo's NES and SNES mini consoles which saw releases in recent years. Before it arrives, though, Sega is hoping to find out which games you'd like to be playable on the system...
Random Pokémon GO Player Arrested For Hitting Police Officer Who Interrupted His Game
Man used Rage, thankfully it wasn't effective
Even the best of us can become entirely engrossed in our Pokémon GO captures and battling, but this story is a perfect example of things going way too far. A 40-year-old man has reportedly been arrested after striking a police officer in the face. The incident took place in Matsuyama, the capital city...
News Bandai Namco Reveals Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission Pre-Order Goodies
Power-up your deck
If you are an avid Dragon Ball fan, happen to live in the United States and are looking forward to the release of Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission on the Nintendo Switch this April, you're in for quite the treat. Publisher Bandai Namco has taken to Twitter recently to share the game's pre-order goodies. If you do decide to...
News Why Bowser Jr. Got His Own Adventure In Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story On 3DS
Growing up in his father's shadow
In the January issue of Nintendo Dream, the Japanese magazine had the opportunity to talk with the development team behind Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey for 3DS. When asked about why Bowser Jr. was selected as the protagonist for the brand-new side campaign, the team explained how...
UK Charts Smash Bros. Ultimate Returns To Top Ten But EA's Anthem Takes Top Prize
Nintendo grabs three top-ten spots
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 23rd February, with Super Smash Bros. Ultimate managing to return to the top ten after dropping out last week. Nintendo's evergreen chart-toppers are still clinging on to their top ten positions this week, with both New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe...
News Nintendo Shares Gorgeous Concept Artworks From Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
Can we get these framed for the office?
Sitting firmly in the 'adorable' section of our Switch game library is Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, a puzzle title which was actually formed as an extension to mechanics first introduced in Super Mario 3D World on the Wii U. If you've played it for yourself, you likely don't need us to tell you that the...
News Lots Of Pokémon Build-A-Bear Toys Are 30% Off For A Limited Time
Meowth-watering savings
If you're a Pokémon fan, and you just so happen to like fluffy, customisable toys based on your favourite characters, you're definitely in luck today. A new Build-A-Bear sale has just launched taking 30% off almost the entire collection. The online-exclusive bundles for Piplup, Jigglypuff, Pikachu, Eevee, Charmander,...
Video Ryan Reynolds Shares Comical Look At His Detective Pikachu Role, New Trailer Tomorrow
"I tried to lose 182 pounds to match his weight"
We were rather fond of Detective Pikachu on Nintendo 3DS, so much so that we said we'd like to see certain traits of the game be brought forward as standards for the series in our review. Naturally, hearing the news of a full feature film based on the game had us excited and worried in equal measure,...
Video Did You Know Gaming Takes A Look At Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Smashing stuff
Now that the majority of Switch owners have played Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Did You Know Gaming recently uploaded a lengthy video sharing a bunch of interesting facts, secrets and easter eggs about the game. It turns out the project plan for this game was dated around the same day as the final Super Smash Bros. presentation for...
News Fortnite Season 8 Arrives This Week, Pirate Theme, Snakes And Bananas All Teased
And no more planes?
Fortnite's eighth season is just three days away, with players across Switch and all other platforms gearing up for a brand new set of challenges, skins, and crazy shooter antics. Epic Games has been leaving teasers for the new season on the official Fortnite Twitter account over the last couple of days. The first one clearly...
News Mysterious Sci-Fi Adventure Trüberbrook Gets Switch Release Date And New Details
Take a peek behind the scenes
Headup Games has shared some new details, behind-the-scenes info, and a confirmed release date for its upcoming title, Trüberbrook. The game can be yours on Switch from 17th April, just a month or so after its 12th March release on PC. If you haven't heard about this one before, Trüberbrook is described as a...
Sunday24th Feb 2019
News Bloodstained: Ritual Of The Night Physical Pricing Won't Include "Switch Tax"
Save your pennies
The Switch's popularity has come at a high price. The majority of multi-platform releases in both physical and digital form often cost more on Nintendo's hybrid platform. Eurogamer even investigated why this was happening on the physical front in 2017, only to discover game cards cost more to produce than discs and vary in terms of...
News Splatoon 2's #GearForAll Social Media Movement Fights Exclusive Japanese Content
Stand up for your in-game rights
Earlier this week, Splatoon 2 players found out the Japanese manga magazine CoroCoro would be offering exclusive in-game gear to readers via a special download code in an upcoming issue. The 'Mecha Gear' as it is known (see above), is tied to a competition to design new accessories for the online multiplayer...
News Doug Bowser Thanks Nintendo Fans For The "Warm Messages"
A notice from the real Bowser
Just days ago, Reggie Fils-Aimé shocked the video game community, when he announced he would be stepping down from his role as Nintendo of America President after nearly 13 years to spend more time with his family. Replacing him is the appropriately-named Doug Bowser. While the majority of the spotlight is still on the...
News Funko Eager To Produce Nintendo-Themed Pop Figures
Pop priority
Love them or hate them, the big-headed Funko Pop figures are seemingly here to stay. At this year's New York Toy Fair, Newsweek sat down with the Funko CEO Brian Mariotti to discuss the future of the company. One interesting comment made by Mariotta during the interview, was how one of Funko's main goals is to secure the license for...
Feature Why Image & Form Is Taking A Risk With SteamWorld Quest On Switch
"Everyone only lives once"
The latest entry in the popular SteamWorld saga, SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech is coming to Switch later this year and promises to deliver a fun take on the otherwise well-worn RPG genre. We were lucky enough to get some quality time with Image & Form's Brjánn Sigurgeirsson and chat about the game, its origins...
News Shakedown Hawaii Dev Talks About Old-School Cart Release And Porting RCR To Game Boy Advance
“I love tinkering with old hardware”
Brian Provinciano from Vblank Entertainment recently appeared on Electric Playground Live to demo and talk about his upcoming multi-platform release, Shakedown Hawaii. One of the more interesting parts was when he was asked if it would be possible to run the "open-world comedy" on the Super Nintendo or Sega...
Saturday23rd Feb 2019
Random Nintendo DIY Expert Notices Her Custom amiibo In Reggie's Retirement Video
Heartwarming stuff
As soon as it was revealed Reggie Fils-Aimé was stepping down as the Nintendo of America President, the man himself reached out to fans with a special recording via social media, thanking everyone for their never-ending support, passionate love of Nintendo and for putting a smile on his face every day. If his words alone weren't...
News Ori And The Blind Forest For Switch Spotted In UK Wholesale Database
More than a rumour?
Unless you've been living under a rock for the past week, you will have no doubt heard about the ongoing rumours regarding a possible partnership between Microsoft and Nintendo. According to multiple sources, Microsoft has plans to bring an Xbox App, Game Pass, cloud technology and even some Xbox exclusives to the Nintendo...
Video Nintendo Minute Compares Original Link's Awakening To The Switch Version
Travelling back to the past
Since Nintendo revealed the trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening on Switch, there have been a number of videos uploaded to the internet comparing this remake to its original Game Boy counterpart. If you haven't already watched enough of these, here's one more. It's about as close as we'll get to an official...
Review RIOT - Civil Unrest - A Fantastic Idea Undone By Some Sloppy Execution
I predict a riot
Ah, the strategy game. Once a stalwart of the PC gaming scene, the genre has bloomed on console in recent years as developers re-approach the genre in new and exciting ways. And it's those titles that break away from the traditional military concept that's gripped its mechanics for so long, taking the principles of an RTS and...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 23rd)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Ah, Saturday. Quite possibly the best day of the week; certainly in the top five. It's been a busy week despite the post-Direct lull. News that Reggie Fils-Aimé will be stepping down in April had us rewatching classic clips with a tear in the eye. Enough of that nonsense, though. Reggie wouldn't want us...
News Splatoon 2 News Channel Giving Out Free Drink Tickets Next Week
Quench your thirst
Remember when The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild would occasionally hand out free items and food if you read the survival tips on the Switch news feed? Well, Splatoon 2 will be running a similar promotion very soon. According to the Nintendo Versus Twitter account, as of “late next week”, the Splatoon channel will be...
Reminder The First DLC Pack For Travis Strikes Again Arrives Next Week
Shinobu enters the game
Nintendo has issued a reminder about the first DLC pack for Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes via its Twitter account. As previously revealed, volume one will arrive next week on 28th February. It includes the new playable character Shinobu Jacobs, who is played by Kimberly Brooks, and also the new Badman Strikes Back...
Friday22nd Feb 2019
Rumour Microsoft Plans To Bring Xbox App And Game Pass To Nintendo Switch
Ori and Project xCloud also expected
At the start of this month, it was discovered Microsoft would be discussing its plans to make Xbox Live compatible with mobile platforms and the Nintendo Switch at this year's Game Developers Conference. Now, in today's update, Direct-Feed Games – known for its strong track record when it comes to rumours –...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Update Fixes King K. Rool Challenge Bug
Minor but important
Earlier this week, the Switch received a firmware update resolving an issue linked to Pokemon Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! and now Nintendo has turned its attention to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Although this is an incredibly
News Sony And Microsoft's Gaming Bosses React To Reggie's Retirement
"Great leader, industry partner and friend"
It's fair to say that the news that Reggie Fils-Aime – who has been Nintendo of America president since 2006 and joined the company itself in 2003 – would be retiring in April caught plenty of people off-guard. He's certainly one of the industry's most recognisable characters and his willingness to...
Rumour French Gaming Website Suggests Cuphead Could Come To Switch
Nintendo and Microsoft collaboration rumours persist
Further to last night's rumours suggesting that Microsoft is planning to bring an Xbox app, Project X Cloud and its Game Pass service to Switch, more details have come to light regarding the possible cross-pollination. French gaming website Jeuxvideo has extra details regarding the potential...
News The English Translation of Super Mario RPG Cut Many Japanese Pop References
Explains some of the oddness
That's Mallow Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars was a grand departure from the Mario template when it launched back on Super Nintendo in 1996. Nowadays there's nary a genre the precocious plumber hasn't dipped his toe into, but his first foray with role-playing turned out to be a classic that still stands up...
News Ed Boon Teases Mortal Kombat 11 Character With Obscene Hand Gesture
Don't say we didn't warn you
Fighting games nowadays seem to be all about the character reveals. In the case of the upcoming release Mortal Kombat 11, it's no different. Series co-creator Ed Boon has been busy on social media confirming and denying fighters for several weeks now and in his latest communication with the fanbase, he's decided to...
Feature What Reggie-Fils-Aimé Meant To Nintendo, The Games Industry, And All Of Us
"I believe the best way to lead is through example"
“My name is Reggie. I'm about kickin' ass, I'm about takin' names, and we're about makin' games.” These were the words uttered by then industry newcomer Reggie Fils-Aimé while standing on Nintendo’s stage during the Electronic Gaming Expo (E3) in 2004. Fils-a-what? “Ass”? Who the heck...
Deals Retro-Bit's Official Sega Saturn And Genesis Controllers Are Up For Pre-Order Now
It's official
If you are something of a retro gamer and like to dabble on the dark side with classic Sega consoles, then you might be interested to learn that Retro-bit is releasing a series of officially endorsed controllers which are compatible with the Sega Genesis and Sega Saturn. The Genesis / Mega Drive edition is a replica of the iconic 6...
Random Nintendo Stock Rises By 4% An Hour Before Reggie Announces Retirement
Weird
In case you somehow missed the original announcement, it's been revealed Reggie Fils-Aimé is stepping down from his role at Nintendo of America as President and COO after almost 13 years, with the appropriately named Doug Bowser taking his place. Despite it being an end of an era, it's still technically business as usual for company. Shack...
Feature Reggie's Video Highlights From 15 Years At The Top Of Nintendo
Our bodies aren't ready, Reggie!
Yesterday, the world of Nintendo was rocked by the news that Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime is set to retire in April after more than 15 years with the company. In that time, Reggie has overseen the launch of systems like the DS, Wii, 3DS and Switch, had himself turned into a puppet, become a meme...
News Square Enix Trademarks Collection Of Mana In Japan
Is this a sign?
Square Enix has now trademarked "Collection of Mana" in Japan, after recently filing a series of trademarks for Final Fantasy and Secret of Mana in the United States, Canada and Europe earlier this month. According to Gematsu, the odd thing about this is how it sounds like a title for a potential western release of the Seiken...
News Unleash Your Custom Card Creations In Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission
Endless possiblities
Super Dragon Ball Heroes: World Mission is the latest entry in a long-running digital card game series developed by Dimps Corporation and published by Bandai Namco. The newest game includes 1,160 cards, 350 characters and covers Dragon Ball Z, GT and Super. It will also include local and online multiplayer. If all of this...
News Gunman Clive Creator Brings Mechstermination Force To The Switch This Spring
Take down mechs and save the world
Bertil Hörberg recently released the Gunman Clive HD collection on the Switch eShop, so what's the Swedish-based developer up to now? It turns out he's actually been working on a new game for the past one and a half years, with two others. Mechstermination Force is a platform action title where you take on...
News New 'Team Medallion' Lets You Switch Pokémon GO Teams Once A Year
Team Turncoat - I choose you!
For many people, the choice of team in Pokémon GO was somewhat arbitrary. While some players no doubt researched Teams Instinct, Mystic and Valor - or joined the same team as their friends - many others selected at random or simply by their favourite primary colour. If you've been on your lonesome because all your...
News 12 Is Better Than 6 Brings Wild West Action To Switch In March
"I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6"
If you ever wanted a Western take on Hotline Miami, then upcoming Switch game 12 Is Better Than 6 might be just the ticket. This hand-drawn pen-and-ink shooter with stealth elements takes place in the Wild West and looks pretty cool (and bloody!). Here's what the game has to offer according to...
News Prepare To Go Big In Downtown Rantou Koushinkyoku Mach!! For Switch
A super-charged River City Melee: Battle Royal Special
Fans of the Kunio-kun series will no doubt be delighted to hear that a new entry in franchise is headed to Switch. Downtown Rantou Koushinkyoku Mach!! is an enhanced version of River City Melee: Battle Royal Special which throws in some new elements which make for even more heated battles...
News Super Kickers League Trailer Shows Off Outlandish Team Abilities
Playing fast and loose with the offside rule
The above trailer for Xaloc Studios' upcoming soccer game, Super Kickers League gives us a far better look at the previously announced title, including special team abilities, plus a 'spring' 2019 release window. The team acknowledges Super Mario Strikers (or Mario S
Thursday21st Feb 2019
Review Final Fantasy IX - A Strong Entry In The Classic Series Despite Some Rough Edges
PRINCESS!?!?
In January of 2000, Square (not yet merged with Enix) made big waves in the industry with the official announcements of its next three main Final Fantasy projects, each of which was being developed with different audiences in mind. Final Fantasy X was to continue pushing the series towards new horizons by releasing on a next gen...
Random Latest Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Glitch Messes With Reality
Curiouser and curiouser...
For nearly two years now players everywhere have been picking and poking at the seams of the incredible world Nintendo built for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Sure, we've all come across the odd treasure chest that won't open or seen moblins clipping into level geometry but, on the whole, it's remarkably solid...
Rumour Joker's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Stage Seemingly Datamined
Potential spoilers ahead
Last December, there was a reported "leak" for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Japanese textboard 5channel, supposedly revealing who the next DLC fighter. This rumour gained traction when a separate part of this leak, by the exact same leaker, was officially confirmed. The same source also revealed more information about...
News Reggie Fils-Aime Is Retiring After 15 Notable Years At Nintendo of America
Bowser named new president!
After a more than successful product launch with the Nintendo Switch and 15 notable years at Nintendo of America, it comes as something of a shock as it is revealed that Reggie Fils-Aime will soon be retiring from the company. With almost 13 years under his belt as President and COO, Reggie has become something of a...
News Trials Rising On Switch Doesn't Rise Up To The Challenge Of Its Rivals
Shocking differences between versions on other platforms
Anybody who's been playing video games for a few decades will probably recall draw distance 'fog' with a little nostalgia nowadays. The trick of disguising just how close to the player the game was drawing in objects by dousing the level in a thick mist was prevalent in the Nintendo 64 era,...
Nintendo Download 21st February (Europe)
Mutant Football League! Steins;Gate Elite! Aragami!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: Mutant Football League:...
Nintendo Download 21st February (North America)
Trials Rising, LEGO Movie 2, Caterpillar Royale!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: Trials Rising (Ubisoft, Tue...
Video Don't Get Your Hopes Up About Project H.A.M.M.E.R. Or Scalebound Making A Comeback
"Very unlikely" to return
Earlier this week, we reported a rumour about Nintendo's plans to revive a "dead and buried" game. This rumour stems from a comment made by Game Informer's Senior Editor Imran Khan on last week's Kinda Funny Games show. According to the source, Nintendo has intentions of reviving a certain project, even though it was...
Deals Get Some Lovely Discounts On Animal Crossing amiibo
Opportunity for UK readers to stock up ready for Animal Crossing Switch?
UK retailer Argos appears to be sitting on a serious surplus of amiibo and have discounted a load of them on their website, including most of the Animal Crossing range. Villager can be picked up for the cool price of £5.99, along with Lottie and Cyrus. Mr Resetti will set you...
News Guilty Gear 20th Anniversary Edition Punches Its Way Onto Switch In May
Switch pouch, release date, Day One goodies and more revealed
Switch fighting fans will no doubt be delighted to hear that Arc System Works and PQube are pulling out all the stops with the release of Guilty Gear 20th Anniversary Edition, which lands on the Switch on 17th May. The Anniversary Edition bundles up the original Guilty Gear and GUILTY...
News The Legend Of Zelda And Famicom Disk System Are 33 Years Old Today
Seems like there's an anniversary every year...
As time marches on inexorably - week after week, year after year - it should come as no surprise that The Legend of Zelda is 33 years old today. No, not the cartridge version - that wouldn't make an appearance until July '87 in North America - we're talking about the Famicom Disk System original. The...
Japanese Charts Jump Force Kicks New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Out Of The Top Spot
Switch sales maintain momentum
Japanese chart figures are now in for 11th - 17th February, revealing New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe has been pushed down to third place. It's been replaced by Bandai Namco's new fighting game Jump Force in first and the PlayStation 4 version of the new Atlus release, Catherine: Full Body. Despite this, Nintendo...
News Beyond Enemy Lines Looks To Capture The Feel Of Classic Call Of Duty
You know, before the spectacle or the lasers or Frank Underwood
If you're tired of all the Hollywood spectacle of modern shooters and long for a simpler time without frame-sapping particle effects and or scripted sequences, you might want to keep an eye out for Beyond Enemy Lines: Covert Operations. An Unreal Engine 4 game which saw release on PC...
Random Tetris Teaming Up With Puma This October
Ditching Puyos for Pumas
There's certainly no shortage of merchandise available should gamers wish to advertise their nerd credentials to the world. Recently we looked at streetwear brand Bricktown's collaboration with Nintendo, and there's plenty more where that came from. The latest video game/fashion brand crossover comes in the following form,...
News Assault Android Cactus Finally Blasts Onto Nintendo's eShop This March
And it's enhanced
The frenetic sci-fi bullet shooter Assault Android Cactus was first announced for Wii U eShop in 2016, but never actually saw the light of day. Earlier last year, the game's Australian-based developer Witch Beam said a Switch release was a possibility and now we've finally got a release date. Assault Android Cactus+ will...
News Untitled Goose Game Will Not Be Arriving Until Later On In 2019
"We'll get this goose to you as soon as we can"
At the Nintendo Switch Nindies Summer Showcase last year, there was one game about a goose that captured everyone's hearts. Developed by the Melbourne-based Australian developer House House, Untitled Goose Game was originally due to arrive early on in 2019. Unfortunately, in the latest update, this...
News HAL Laboratory Celebrates Its 39th Anniversary With A Cute BOXBOY Comic
Happy Birthday to the House of Kirby!
As noticed on Twitter by @teamkirby92, the developer that brought us Kirby, BOXBOY, Earthbound, Smash Bros. and much more is celebrating 39 years in the video game business with a little comic featuring Qbby and his companion, Qucy. Below is the entire comic, plus a translation courte
News Face Personal Demons In YUMENIKKI -DREAM DIARY- Today On Switch
One to pencil in the diary?
Launching today on Switch, YUMENIKKI -DREAM DIARY- puts you in the shoes - and the dreams - of a young girl forced to deal with the monsters she encounters in the world of her own subconscious. It's a surrealistic adventure from Playism Games with plenty of puzzle-solving to get stuck into as you explore the mysterious...
News Rhythm Game VOEZ Gets Updated With Yet Another Bunch Of Free Tracks
16 new additions to its considerable tracklist
VOEZ, the rhythm game from Rayark Inc., has received an update with 16 new songs added to its already substantial catalogue. These tracks and the ones added previously now take the total number to a whopping 201 by our count. Below is the full list of additions in version 1.6: energy by...
Wednesday20th Feb 2019
News Chrono Trigger Director Takashi Tokita Is Producing Switch JRPG Oninaki
And he's heading up quite a dream team
Oninaki was one of the new titles announced during last week's Nintendo Direct, and has been the beneficiary of some significant coverage in this week's issue of Japanese magazine Famitsu. Published by Square Enix and developed by Tokyo RPG Factory, Oninaki is being described as an "intensely shocking title"...
Rumour Pokémon News Coming Soon According To Leaker
Someone who predicted most of the last Direct
It's not even a week since the February Nintendo Direct dropped and finally kickstarted 2019 for Nintendo fans. Of course, the world of video games is fast-moving, and we all knew it wouldn't be long before the rumour mill began creaking and moving again. Our friends over at NintendoSoup have noticed...
News Cheeky Brawler Skullgirls 2nd Encore Lands On Switch This Spring
Limited Edition boxed version up for grabs
Previously released across a whole bunch of platforms stretching all the way back to 2012, we knew that 2D beat-em-up Skullgirls 2nd Encore was coming to Switch after the game was announced at Anime Expo 2018 without a release window, but Skybound Games has now narrowed it down to spring this year. Not...
News Hard West, A Gunspinning XCOM-Alike Is Coming To Switch Very Soon
Howdy, stranger
There's no shortage of cowboy simulators for fans of the Old West, but Forever Entertainment's upcoming Switch version of Hard West will let players enjoy barroom brawls with a shot of turn-based XCOM-style strategy. From the screens and the trailer, it bears a passing resemblance to Wasteland 2, a game which strugg
News US Government Spices Up Its Flash Game With Yoshi's Island DS Music
Uncle Sam's a Yoshi fan
Where would Mario be without Yoshi, his trusty steed ever since Super Mario World? We're big fans of the dinosaur's work, and can't wait to raid the art room in the upcoming Yoshi's Crafted World. It seems somebody working for the US government is also a fan; as noted on Twitter by The Fore
News New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Japanese Sales Prove Plumber Port Profitability
Blimmin' game takes up half the headline!
While the number of Wii U ports Nintendo has bought to Switch might be a bone of contention for some fans - especially the ones that stuck with the company through those lean years and already bought these games once before - it's easy to see why they make sense. Not only do these gems find a new audience...
Random Hideki Kamiya Would Like To See Bayonetta In Mortal Kombat 11
Just imagine...
Just after the Mortal Kombat 11 community had come to accept the fact Shaggy from the Scooby Doo series wouldn't be added to the upcoming release, Bayonetta Director Hideki Kamiya has decided to send fan speculation into overdrive once again. All it took wa
News New Book Delves Into The History Of Star Fox And F-Zero
Otherwise known as "the franchises fans really want"
Star Fox and F-Zero. Hearing those two names – assuming you're of a certain age – will probably force you to come out in fits of nostalgia, your mind flooded by memories of the good old days when the SNES and N64 were the hottest tickets in town. Today, neither franchise really seems to be at...
News Early NPD Figures Suggest Nintendo Outperformed The Competition In January
Switch shows year-on-year growth as the other consoles decline
According to NPD figures seen by @DirectFeedGames, early numbers from the US indicate that Switch comfortably outsold the competition in January with 284,000 sales against 195,000 for PlayStation 4. These figures are unconfirmed at this stage, but that's a sizeable lead for Nintendo,...
Reminder SMITE Is Now Free-To-Play On Switch
Get your MOBA on for the best possible price
Following its closed-beta at launch, SMITE is now free-to-play on Switch and includes crossplay with PS4 and Xbox One players. Not only that, but players on other consoles can also pick up their game on Switch, with all progress and gear being shared across platforms. The MOBA was always free-to-play...
News Mario & Luigi Developer AlphaDream Seeking Production Assistant
What's next?
Remember in July last year when it was reported AlphaDream was recruiting for game development on Switch, smartphone devices and also PlayStation 4? Well, the Japan-based company is now seeking a Production Assistant to help progress game software development, according to a listing on its official website. AlphaDream is best known for...
News Julian Eggebrecht, Ex-Head Of Factor 5, Joined Epic Games Last Month
What if...?
Warning: the following news may have you pining for 'the good old days' and thinking back wistfully to when EA wasn't fouling up good Star Wars games with lootbox nonsense. Erstwhile Nintendo Life contributor Liam Robertson has noted on Twitter a recent movement of a prominent industry figure under the considerable umbrella of Epic...
News Valley, An Acrobatic First-Person Adventure, Arrives On Switch In March
Fear no evil
First released back in August 2016, this game comes from Blue Isle Studios, the team resonsible for Slender: The Arrival, a first-person horror experience that came to the ol' Wii U. However, Valley takes a step back from horror into a more fantastical world where you have the power to manipulate nature and perform some impressive...
News Nintendo Secures Trademarks For Dr. Mario World And Dr. Mario
The doctor returns
One game announced at the start of this month that has seemingly been forgotten about after the recent Nintendo Direct presentation is Dr. Mario World for mobile devices. The free-to-download game will be co-developed by LINE and NHN Entertainment and will include in-app purchases. Now, in related news, Nintendo Co., Ltd has...
News Nintendo Switch Online To Launch In Hong Kong And South Korea
Coming this Spring
If Switch owners in the west thought they had to wait a long time for Nintendo's belated Online service to arrive, spare a thought for their counterparts in the east. The service, which launched back in September last year, will finally arrive in South Korea and Hong Kong this spring. Interestingly, @chinesenintendo, the Twitter...
Nindie Round Up Inops, The Raven Remastered, Utopia 9, Heroes Trials and Debris Infinity
More indie hits than you can shake a joy con at
This week, we have some solid entries from the Indie scene, bringing you five more lovely titles to potentially add to your library. Atmospheric puzzler Inops delivers some quirky brain teasers via platforming, The Raven Remastered offers a Switch port of a mystery solving classic, Utopia 9 – a...
News Red Hook Studios Announces Sequel To Darkest Dungeon
No platforms or release date announced
Early last year, the Switch eShop received the brutal role-playing game Darkest Dungeon and this followed up with a physical release a few months later. Red Hook Studios, the developer behind the title, has now announced a sequel to the multi-platform game first launched in 2016. A release date for Darkest...
News VR Game Elevator...to the Moon! Is Coming Soon To Switch
Going up in the world with this Turbo Champion's Edition
Previously released on VR platforms, Elevator...to the Moon! Turbo Champion's Edition is a sci-fi comedy set in an elevator that - true to its title - goes to the moon, and it arrives this March on Switch courtesy of Roccat Game Studio and Arcade Distillery. This elevator belongs to the...
News Go Back To The Future In Fortnite With This Limited Time Driftboard
It's like 1080° or SSX with guns
After coming under fire for allegedly stealing dances from famous people and taking ideas from other battle royale shooters, Fortnite appears to be coming up with more and more inventive ideas on a regular basis. This includes recently hosting its very own in-game Marshmello concert, with more than 10 million...
News The Next Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board Event Is A Donkey Kong Family Reunion
Starts later this week
The next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate spirit board event is a Donkey Kong-themed family gathering. It starts this Friday and as usual runs for a total of three days. During this period, you'll be able to collect more Donkey Kong spirits than usual, including the likes of Tiny Kong and Chunky Kong from DK64. Here's the official...
Tuesday19th Feb 2019
News Turns Out Many Characters Shared One Body In Zelda: The Wind Waker
How did we not notice this before?
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker got off to a rocky start with fans. The 'Celda' backlash may seem like a dim and distant memory now, but at the time many fans were furious that their beloved series was being twisted and turned in a way they didn’t agree with. Fancy that, eh? Fortunately, Nintendo stuck to...
Review BlazBlue Centralfiction Special Edition - Well Worth The Wait For Fighting Game Fans
Don't be Blue
In the world of virtual fisticuffs there are 2D fighting games and then there are 2D fighting games, those series and franchises that are often the richest in mechanics and delicately-balanced subsystems, filled with equally convoluted plots and backstories. On the flip-side, that usually means said games are super-niche in their...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 7.0.1 Resolves Minor Pokémon: Let's Go Issue
Enhancing the experience
The last Nintendo Switch firmware update in January added in New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe icons. This time around, the focus is on Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee. Nintendo has resolved a small bug where the newly released Pokémon games were unable to reconnect to the
News Famitsu Report Reveals Japan's Highest-Selling Games And Top-Selling Hardware In 2018
Nintendo dominates the competition
2018 was a big year for Nintendo, with the Switch and the system's library of the games dominating the charts for many months of the year worldwide. Famitsu has now published its own report, revealing the top 10 highest-selling video games and top-selling hardware in Japan last year. According to the estimates...
News Former PlatinumGames Producer Pooh-Poohs Scalebound Rumour
"I’d highly doubt this is a thing"
Last night the internet was a-buzz with whispers that Scalebound was the "dead and buried" game to be revived on Switch. Outlandish as the rumour may sound, the game that Microsoft cancelled started out as a Wii project, so it's no strange
News Yacht Club Games Has Delayed Shovel Knight: King Of Cards
And everything else
Scratch the 9th of April release date from your calendars, as Yacht Club Games has revealed the next major update for Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove – comprised of Shovel Knight: King of Cards and S
News Confusion Reigns After Mistake Leaves Popular Pokemon GO YouTubers Banned
Overzealous AI seemingly to blame for the unfortunate error
A raft of popular Pokémon GO YouTubers – including Marksman, Mystic7 and Trainer Tips – received accidental bans yesterday and were locked out of their Google accounts after being informed that their family-friendly content contained prohibited material. Account owners were informed...
Review Away: Journey To The Unexpected - A Colourful Roguelike Plagued By Bad Design Choices
Go away
On paper, roguelike game design sounds like a fantastic idea. Most small developers don’t have access to the finances or resources of big studios, so it takes considerably more time to produce a quality, lengthy video game. The shortcut, then, is that smaller developers can utilize procedural generation to make a little bit go a lot...
Random Epic Games Sues After Unofficial Fortnite Event Sullies The Brand
100 lawyers parachute into Norwich
Yesterday we reported on an unofficial Fortnite event in the UK (in the fair city of Norwich, to be exact) and it seems that the weekend woes, bad press and refund requests aren't the last of the headaches for the organisers. Not even an attempt to avoid legal complications with that logo According to Eurogamer,
News Prototype Red & Blue Data Sheds More Light On Pokémon's Origins
We could have been catching Capsule Monsters instead
Similar to the previously unearthed prototype designs for Pokémon Gold & Silver, further discoveries seem to have been made about original Pokémon Red & Blue monsters. A fresh batch of prototype assets has been published by Helix Chamber
News Brand New Pokémon Cards Announced for Detective Pikachu Movie
The creepy CGI card creations continue
The Pokémon Company International recently announced some additions to its latest line of trading cards, inspired by the upcoming Pokémon film, Detective Pikachu. The three new cards, available beginning April 5th, will include Mr. Mime, Jigglypuff and Psyduck – characters all featured in recent trailers...
Reminder Nintendo Sending Out Survey About Daemon X Machina Demo
Your feedback is valuable
Following the conclusion of last week's Nintendo Direct presentation, a number of demos were uploaded to the Switch eShop. One of these gave players the chance to try out the DAEMON X MACHINA Prototype Missions. If you were of the people who happened to download and play this particular demo, be on the lookout for a survey...
Random Plush Neo Geo Mini Arrives To Steal Your Heart And Wallet
Falling asleep at the arcade was never this comfy
We're as partial as the next gamer to quality video game merch, however needless or useless it may be. Make a cool, smaller version of some retro hardware and we'll snap it up, as the growing collection of mini consoles around the Nintendo Life offices attests. We're also not averse to tiny rubber...
News Monster Boy And The Cursed Kingdom Appears To Be Getting A Switch Demo
Try before you buy
Not long after December release of Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom, publisher FDG Entertainment said the number of copies sold on Switch was eight times the amount of combined sales on other platforms. In an attempt to boost sales on Nintendo's hybrid device even more, it appears the publisher is releasing a demo for the game...
News Vambrace: Cold Soul Brings Roguelike Fantasy To Switch This Summer
Single-player adventure coming in 'Q3 2019'
Coming from Devespresso Games, the Korean studio behind The Coma: Recut, their latest game is planned for a summer release on Switch and other consoles following a PC launch in April. Vambrace: Cold Soul is a hand-illustrated 'roguelite' adventure set in the city of Icenaire. The city is populated by a...
Random 'Mario' And Yoshi Spotted Flogging Vitamins In China
Seems legit
We're used to seeing Mario and friends adorning all sorts of products outside the sphere of video games, from backpacks to bottlecaps and beyond. Occasionally, we'll find them featured on unofficial products, such as this rather nifty-looking boardgame or on the sides of a bouncy castle - that sort of thing. On yet other occasions we...
News Awesome Pea Is Rolling Onto Switch At The Start Of March
Busting for some retro platforming?
Coming from Sometimes You on 1st March, Awesome Pea embraces the classic platformers and green monochrome of the original Game Boy screen, as you've quickly deduced from the screenshots and the trailer above. You'll be rolling through the terrain and dungeons of the Awesome Islands in glorious widescreen,...
News Black Future '88 Brings An Alternate Past To Switch This Year
There's no future, or past, without neon or roguelike elements
Coming to Switch and PC later this year, self-described 'roguelike action shooter' Black Future '88 is set in an alternate reality where, it appears, it's always 1988. Presumably this is an alternate 1988 after Biff stole the Sports Almanac and gifted it to his past self because things...
News Devil Engine Is The Closest We'll Get To A New Thunder Force Game In 2019
Feel the thunder
DANGEN Entertainment is bringing Protoculture's 2D shooter Devil Engine to the Nintendo Switch this week, it has been confirmed. 'Heavily-influenced' by shooters from the 32-bit era of consoles, Devil Engine comprises of six levels with multiple bosses. Three different shot types are promised – each with its own unique smart bomb...
News Isometric Puzzler Golf Peaks Tees Off On Switch Soon
Become a mountaineer and a golfer in one!
If you're in the market for a nice relaxing round of golf on your Switch, then Polish publisher 7lvls.com has you covered with their upcoming Golf Peaks, which looks rather nice indeed. Let's find out a bit more about this upcoming puzzler from their press release: No understanding of golf is required –...
Monday18th Feb 2019
Feature Meet The First Kid To Beat Zelda: Link's Awakening
(In the west, at least)
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening is one of the most beloved entries in the entire Zelda series, so it's little surprise that the announcement that Nintendo is remaking it for the Switch caused such a stir. The 1993 original remains a masterclass in adventure game design, and we personally cannot wait to get our hands on...
Rumour PlatinumGames' Scalebound Is Being Revived As a Nintendo Switch Exclusive
There be dragons?
Scalebound was an ambitious action title in development at PlatinumGames a few years back, and was intended to be an Xbox One exclusive. Helmed by the one and only Hideki Kamiya, it mixed fantasy with science fiction and was understandably on the 'must have' list of many a gamer. However, in 2017, Microsoft pulled the plug on...
Talking Point Is The Remake Of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Worth $60?
And more importantly, will it still work with the Game Boy Printer?
There’s some chatter doing the rounds on the interwebs regarding the potential pricing of the upcoming Switch remaster of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening. Retailer pre-order listings are putting it as a full $60 release, and while there’s no official confirmation at this...
Rumour Nintendo Has Plans To Revive A "Dead And Buried" Game
Kingdom Hearts III also deemed unfeasible on Switch
Last week, Game Informer's Senior Editor Imran Khan participated in the Kinda Funny Games show and ended up making reference to a "dead and buried" title Nintendo supposedly has intentions of reviving, even though it was "officially" canned. This is what he had to say, as transcribed by Nintendo...
News Witcher Rumours Intensify Following Discovery Of Job Listing Referencing Nintendo Switch
Here we go again...
At the end of last year, there was a rumour CD Projekt was porting The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt across to the Switch. It all began when a French retailer listed a Nintendo version of the game alongside Assassin's Creed III, which has now been
Hands On Getting Arty In Yoshi's Crafted World On Nintendo Switch
Where there's a will, there's a PVA
When we first clapped eyes on Yoshi’s Crafted World, we’d be lying if we said our first thoughts weren’t something along the lines of ‘oh look, another Yoshi game’. That’s not to say we didn’t like what we saw, but the Yoshi series has always played things a little bit safe in the past, and at first...
UK Charts New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe And Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Fight To Stay In The Top Ten
Smash Bros. Ultimate drops out
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 16th February, with two Nintendo Switch games managing to maintain a position within the top ten. There are three new games placing high on the charts this week. Ubisoft's latest release Far Cry: New Dawn took out the top spot and was followed by Metro: Exodus in second...
News Feast Your Eyes On This Box Art For Bloodstained: Ritual Of The Night
Simply stunning
Last week, during the Nintendo Direct Presentation, we got an update on Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night for the Switch. The team has been hard at work and the game is now expected to arrive this summer. After ongoing requests from fans, the official Bloodstained Twitter account has now revealed the final box art for the game,...
Deals Pick Up Yoshi's Crafted World From Nintendo UK Store And Get A Lovely Egg Backpack
Carry your Switch in style
It's not too long until the lovely looking Yoshi's Crafted World makes its debut on the Switch – it's going to be a tempting purchase on 29th March. The Nintendo Official UK Store isn't only offering the game on its own for pre-order, however. You can get a bundle with a lovely little Yoshi's Egg keychain thrown in, or...
News Super Kickers League For Switch Channels The Spirit Of Super Mario Strikers
No referees, no rules, just goals!
If you were a fan of the arcade sports action found in Super Mario Strikers for the GameCube, you might be wondering why Nintendo hasn't given us a sequel yet, given the popularity of football (or soccer) across the globe. Stepping into the void, Spanish developer Xaloc Studios will soon be bringing Super Kickers...
News New Fan-Made Splatoon 2 Gear Coming In Japanese Mag CoroCoro
Competition-winning 'Mecha' set to appear in April
CoroCoro, the Japanese manga magazine, will be offering some exclusive in-game Splatoon 2 gear to readers via a special download code with an upcoming issue. The 'Mecha Gear' is the result of a competition to design some new accessories for the online shooter, and as you can see from the pics, it's...
News Japanese TV Spot For The Original Link’s Awakening Shows Nintendo's Playful Side
The company's always been experimental with art styles
The announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening remaster for Switch has had many gamers revisiting the original and rediscovering the quirkiness of Koholint Island and its inhabitants. The remaster’s new toy-town art style is a plastic-y evolution of the aesthetic we saw in A Link...
Random Unofficial Fortnite Event Underwhelms Crowds In UK City
“The sort of thing you see at a school fete”
T’is the season of failed festivals, although the latest on the list arguably isn’t quite on par with the high-profile Fyre fiasco. An unofficial event – billed as 'the Fortnite event of the year' by the organisers and promising rock climbing, go karts, laser tag, plus the requisite dose of the...
Soapbox My Love Affair With Tetris, Probably The Best Video Game Ever Created
More than 30 years of block-dropping fun
Like millions of players all over the world, my relationship with Tetris began with the Game Boy. Alexey Pajitnov's famous puzzler may have begun its life on computers in 1984, but it would find a whole new level of fame thanks to the fact that it was bundled with Nintendo's million-selling monochrome...
News Braveland Trilogy, A Turn-Based Tactical RPG Collection, Is Coming To Switch In March
Plenty more for tactics fans
There’s no shortage of turn-based tactics games on the eShop, but if you’ve exhausted the bulging catalogue of options already, you’re in luck – Ellada Games is bringing Tortuga Team’s Braveland Trilogy to Switch. It’ll include the three Braveland games previously released on PC and mobile in one package,...
News Turned-Based Multiplayer Racer Fromto Is Coming To Switch This Year
The drawing board comes to life
Now this looks interesting. Half racing game, half demented physics puzzler, Fromto is a turn-based racer. Players construct the track in build rounds and then challenge each other with ever trickier designs and alterations. It appears that you all race the same track, so while it's all very adding ridiculous...
News OlliOlli Developer Roll7 Ready To Consider More Skateboarding Games
"You've got to be excited about these things"
The OlliOlli games by Roll7 were somewhat of a tribute to classic skateboarding titles such as the Tony Hawk Pro Skater series, which was once the leader of this insanely popular genre. Of course, OlliOlli is also one of the few skateboarding video games taking a 2D design approach to the genre,...
Sunday17th Feb 2019
Talking Point The Pokémon Trading Card Game Is In Desperate Need of An Evolution
The famous card game is in danger of being left behind by its rivals
Ever since the release of Pokémon GO in the summer of 2016, the Pokémon brand has been going through a period of transition. There’s been a handful of mobile games ranging from the simplistic Magikarp Jump to the surprisingly complex Pokémon Duel. We’ve seen the company’s...
Video We Weren't Sure We Wanted A Zelda: Link's Awakening Remake, Until We Got It
Be careful what you (don't) wish for?
One of the biggest reveals of last week's Nintendo Direct was Zelda: Link's Awakening, a remake of the 1993 Game Boy classic that's coming to Switch later this year. Link's Awakening is one of the most beloved entries in the entire series, so it was, on paper, an obvious candidate for the remake treatment. Even...
News Rune Factory 5 Scheduled To Arrive In 2020 On Nintendo Switch
The waiting game
Around the halfway mark of the recent Nintendo Direct presentation, it was revealed the Rune Factory franchise was making a return. This brief segment included the announcement of Rune Factory 4 Special, arriving later this year on the Switch, and Rune Factory 5 - with more information about this new entry to be revealed soon. At...
News Four New DLC Fighters Join BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle This Spring
The more the merrier
Sure enough, there was a DLC announcement at EVO Japan 2019, which recently took place in Fukuoka. Arc System Works revealed Naoto Kurogane (BlazBlue: Central Fiction), Teddie (Persona 4 Arena), Seth (Under Night In-Birth) and Heart Aino (Arcana Heart 3) will all join BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle as DLC fighters this Spring in...
News Switch Stretch Goal Announced For SNES Style RPG Chained Echoes
Mechs and airships, what more could you want?
German-based game developer Matthias Linda is hoping to release his SNES style RPG Chained Echoes on the Nintendo Switch. This game has been in development for two and half years and is inspired by fantasy titles of the '90s, taking place in a 16-bit world where dragons are as common as piloted...
News Studio Head Of PlatinumGames Talks About Astral Chain In Official Blog Post
Due out this August
One of the shock announcements of the recent February Direct was Astral Chain. While we were all led to believe PlatinumGames was hard at work on Bayonetta 3, it turns out the team has also been devel
News Umihara Kawase Joins The Crystal Crisis Roster As The 20th Character
Out this May
In case you forgot, last May, Nicalis announced a new game called Crystal Crisis would be coming to the Switch. This crossover puzzle-fighter was scheduled to arrive this April and is now actually due out
Saturday16th Feb 2019
News Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Fighters Won't Receive Custom Palutena's Guidance Sequences
Even though Piranha Plant got one
Apart from Persona 5's Joker, we still don't know anything about the upcoming DLC fighters being added to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. While there's been a number of developing rumours about possible characters who could be added, there's been no other information about what to expect. Until now, that is. In...
News Number Of Players For Link's Awakening On Switch To Be Determined
Isn't it a solo experience?
Nintendo arguably left the best announcement until last in the most recent Direct presentation. In case you missed it, we're talking about the reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening for the Nintendo Switch - a remake of the Game Boy classic, first released in 1993. With very few details about the game available...
News Dead Cells Switch Update Adds 60fps And Custom Game Support
It’s finally here
Shortly after the Switch release of Dead Cells in August last year, the game's developer Motion Twin was forced to issue an apology because of the frame rate issues. In certain areas of the title, players were reportedly experiencing significant dips in performance, resulting in entire sections of the game running well-below...
Rumour Nintendo Could Make Its First VR Announcement For Switch This Year
Labo might be one of the games to support it
An article by Emily Rogers over on Nintendo World Report suggests a VR-related announcement for the Switch could arrive as early as this year. This information allegedly comes from “multiple sources” as Rogers goes onto state how a “small, select number of traditional first-party software titles”...
Review Q.U.B.E. 2 - A Well-Engineered Tribute To Valve's Physics-Based Masterpiece, Portal
Opening a Portal to fun
It's something approaching a tragedy that no Nintendo platform has ever played host to one of Valve's two Portal games. All platform allegiances aside, these are two of the finest first-person physics puzzlers ever committed to ones and zeros. Fortunately, they're also two of the most influential. Nintendo fans were able to...
News Chucklefish Outlines Upcoming Quality Of Life And Community Feedback Patch For Wargroove
Release date to be confirmed
Wargroove is still less than a month old and already the team at Chucklefish are eager to share information about the future of the game with the player base. During a recent Twitch live stream, followed by a summary post over on the Wargroove subreddit, the developer outlined the upcoming quality of life and community...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 16th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
We're finally at the end of what has been a pretty eventful week - you know, with that little video presentation thingy from Nintendo and all that - so it's time to settle down and recover with some games-based chat. As ever, members of the Nintendo Life team have gathered to share their weekend plans and we'd...
Friday15th Feb 2019
Guide How To Claim Battle Royale Victory In Tetris 99
Top of the blocks
Tetris 99 is, amazingly, the newest and freshest 'Battle Royale' on the block, T-spinning its way into a heated battle against the likes of Fortnite and Apex Legends for world domination. Okay – it might not be in quite the same league as those gaming heavyweights – but it certainly brings an equal amount of fun to the table,...
News Here's A Look At The Fire Emblem: Three Houses Limited Edition
Hitting stores this summer
One of the larger segments of this week's Nintendo Direct was given to Fire Emblem: Three Houses, which is now planned to arrive on the system this summer following a minor delay. The Direct promised that a limited edition would make its way to retail but didn't show it off, so here's a look at how the bundle will likely...
Review Tetris 99 - A Revolutionary Take On A Puzzle Classic
Apex who?
If you’d have asked us, just a few days ago, for a comprehensive list of video game series which we could imagine in a 'Battle Royale' format, Tetris would have been right at the bottom. Splatoon could be a good shout with a lot of tweaking, and maybe even an ultra-cruel Pikmin showdown – heck, we’d even put
News Brand New Sega Dreamcast Controller Hits Kickstarter And Smashes Target
A whole lotta love for Sega's last hurrah
The Dreamcast, Sega’s last combatant in the console wars, was a beautiful failure – a forward-thinking machine arguably scuppered by company infighting and mismanagement, public fatigue after a spate of expensive Sega hardware releases, or simply being a year or two before its time. Ah, what a monstrous...
News Get Zelda: Link's Awakening For Just £2.69 Before The Switch Remake Arrives (Europe)
And other great My Nintendo rewards
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for Europe has now gone live, and this time Nintendo has been a little bit sneaky. Well, pretty clever actually. We're sure you already know this by now, but it was just revealed that a gorgeous looking remake of the Game Boy classic The Legend of Zelda: Link's...
News Tetris 99 Datamine Suggests Three New Modes Will Be Added In A Future Update
Team Battle, COM Battle and Marathon
One of the more surprising announcements during the recent Switch-focused Nintendo Direct was the reveal and of Tetris 99 - a battle royale take on the classic tile-matching puzzle game originally created by Russian video game designer and engineer, Alexey Pajitnov. If the name wasn't already enough of an...
News Layton's Mystery Journey Coming To Switch In The West Soon
Deluxe Edition rated by Australian Classification Board
After releasing on Switch in Japan last year, it seems a western launch of Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle And The Millionaires’ Conspiracy DX isn't too far off. Twitter user @lite_agent noticed that the Australian Board of Classification has given it an age rating, following
Video The Pokémon Detective Pikachu Movie Just Got A Brand New Trailer
First look at Lickitung and Growlithe!
The upcoming Pokémon Detective Pikachu movie has just received another trailer, adding to our already ridiculously strong hype and excitement for the film's release this summer. We get to see a little more comedic dialogue between Ryan Reynolds (as Pikachu) and Justice Smith (as Tim), as well as some up close...
Random The Conspiracy Chatter Is Growing: Maybe There Is No Star Fox Grand Prix
A few chevrons and an Arwing has the internet in doubt
For some time now there have been whispers of a Retro Studios-developed racing game in the Star Fox universe. Many reliable sources that have gone on record regarding Star Fox Grand Prix, and everyone’s been expecting an announcement at every subsequent Direct. So far, Nintendo is keeping...
News Near Mint Condition Copy Of Super Mario Bros. Sells At Auction For More Than $100,000
The first six-figure video game sale
A certified near mint condition copy of the timeless NES classic Super Mario Bros. has sold for $100,150 USD at an auction. This makes it the first-ever video game to sell for six-figures. The reason it fetched such a high price is linked to the rarity. Between 1985 and 1986 in New York and L.A. at test market...
News Bayonetta 2 Director Yusuke Hashimoto Leaves PlatinumGames
Moving on
Following the recent Nintendo Direct, where it was revealed PlatinumGames was "hard at work" on the upcoming Switch release Bayonetta 3, it's now been revealed Japanese director and producer Yusuke Hashimoto - who previously worked on Bayonetta, Bayonetta 2 and
Random Nintendo Switch Subreddit Moderators Had To Temporarily Ban Giveaways
Everybody gets a Switch!
Earlier this week, the moderators of the Nintendo Switch subreddit made the tough decision to temporarily ban giveaways. It all started when there was a giveaway for the recently released turn-based tactics game, Wargroove. Soon after this, a one-year subscription to the Switch's online service was up for grabs and then...
News This Portable Nintendo Switch Speaker Is Now Funding On Kickstarter
And it can be used as a dock, too
Gaming accessory maker YesOJO has now launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for its dedicated portable Nintendo Switch speaker - an accessory first revealed last September. The speaker hopes to provide buyers with a way to experience greater sound quality while playing Switch on the go, with the design...
Reminder Piranha Plant, King K. Rool and Ice Climbers amiibo Are Out Today
A terrific trio!
The next batch of amiibo for the Super Smash Bros. line available today from all good retailers. Joining the roster are Piranha Plant, King K. Rool, and Ice Climbers, all of which will look rather lovely on your gaming shelf. Heck, you might even want to use the NFC functionality and train them up to be a formidable fighter. We...
News The Zoids Are Back In Town On Switch This Month, In Japan At Least
There's always the import option
If you remember the Zoids craze from the ‘80s, then you might be interested to learn that a new game is releasing in Japan at the end of the month: Zoids Wild: King of Blast. If your memories don't stretch back that far, Zoids are large mecha-animals which began life as a toy line and then grew into a franchise...
Random The Carlton Dance Might Be Fair Game For Fortnite After All
Flipped, turned upside down
Has the Fortnite dance craze peaked? You'll have to consult a seven-year-old for an answer to that, but Epic Games is still subject to legal action related to the celebratory dances that players can break into as they battle royally in the free-to-play hit. Other games, such as Microsoft's Forza Horizon 4, have headed...
News Luigi's Mansion 3DS Game Site Documents The Birth Of Gooigi
Bringing green goo to life
Around the release of Luigi's Mansion on the 3DS last October, we publicised Luigi's "green doppelgänger" Gooigi, introduced by Professor E. Gadd as a playable character in the game's co-op mode. Since then, the 3DS game site - taking on the form of Professor E. Gadd's research journal - has documented the
News Racy Shogi Game Comes To The Switch eShop In Japan
Get tips from professionals while you play
How do you spice up your chess game so it'll stand out on the overcrowded eShop? If you're Silver Star, the company behind Oshiete Onedari Shogi (or Teach Me Japanese Chess Pretty Please, if you prefer), the answer is to add some lovely ladies in a variety of revealing costumes. Kotaku reports that this...
News Jade Returns As An Undead Revenant In Mortal Kombat 11
Did you miss her?
During the latest Kombat Kast for Mortal Kombat 11, the team behind the game dropped a brand new trailer to announce the return of Jade. She's armed with her iconic bo staff and serves the Netherrealm as an undead revenant. Although she's sporting a new look, she's still as lethal as ever. She first appeared in 1993's Mortal...
News Lunark Looks To Classic 2D Cinematic Platformers For Inspiration On Kickstarter
We're getting flashbacks
Lots of lovely Kickstarter news today! Lunark comes from Canari Games, a one-man team consisting of Johan Vinet, and he hopes to bring his game to Switch. It launched on Kickstarter a little while back, but we’ve only just caught it, and we have to say it looks rather nice. Self-described as a ‘wild adventure set in the...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Nintendo Teased The Zelda Remake Earlier In The Direct And We Never Even Noticed
A cheeky Easter Egg
One of the standout games in the Nintendo Direct was, obviously, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening on Switch. Following the mighty Zelda: Breath of the Wild as the second game of the franchise to come to Nintendo's newest machine, this one was a lovely surprise to close out the show, but Nintendo actually teased the entire...
Guide What's New In Super Mario Maker 2 For Nintendo Switch?
Slopes to slide down and so much more!
February 2019's Nintendo Direct kicked off in style with the reveal of Super Mario Maker 2 for Nintendo Switch, which wasted no time in showing off the new slope building abilities which will enable Mario Makers to craft authentic Super Mario Bros. 3-style levels for the first time. There are many new things...
Review Aragami: Shadow Edition - What We Do In The Shadows
Sadly not about a ninja folding up paper
Stealth is a difficult thing to get right in gaming, and it’s something developers have been trying to nail for decades. Do you go down the GoldenEye route and encourage the player to sneak around while still giving them the option to go all guns blazing should they so desire? Or do you go for a strictly...
News Hollow Knight: Silksong Is Coming To Nintendo Switch As A Console Exclusive
A whole new kingdom to explore
Team Cherry has confirmed that a Hollow Knight sequel is coming to Switch. Entitled Hollow Knight: Silksong, it features a vast new kingdom packed with enemies and bosses to fight. It's coming to Windows, Mac, Linux and Switch, which seems to suggest it's a console exclusive for Nintendo, at least initially – Team...
Feature The Big Nintendo Direct Summary - 13th February
The first Direct of 2019 was worth waiting for
Phew! We can finally take a deep breath now that all the tension built up since New Year has been released with a whopping great Direct. It had been a while since one without Smash Bros., and Nintendo didn't disappoint (unless you're a poor Metroid fan, but more on that later). With so much packed into...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Final Fantasy IX Is Out On Switch Right Now, Final Fantasy VII Launches 26th March
What are you waiting for?
Final Fantasy fans certainly had plenty to be happy about during today's Nintendo Direct presentation, most notably thanks to the fact that Final Fantasy IX stealth-dropped onto Switch immediately after the show. Yep, it's out now. It only received the briefest of segments in the Direct, but we can confirm that it has...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
Random For One Glorious Moment, The Internet Thought Tetris 99 Was Coming To A 15-Year-Old Console
What year is it?
Tetris 99 was one of 'all-new' titles revealed during last night's Nintendo Direct, and is an online take on the classic Russian puzzler which pits you against 98 other players in a Battle Royale of a block-busting nature. The game went live shortly after the presentation was done and dusted, and is free to download for Nintendo...
Review Goat Simulator: The GOATY - A Mildly Amusing Waste Of Time, But Not Much Else
Gruff around the edges
Goat Simulator: The GOATY is the kind of game you'll either get or you won't. It's either a hilarious way to kill time and affect some form of skill amid the chaos, or it's just a jumped up joke that's outlived the laughter. Wherever your thoughts might ultimately land, there's no denying that Coffee Stain Studios has produced...
News Japan Got A Few Extra Games In Its February Nintendo Direct
Some additional nuggets snuck in for Japanese fans
As so often happens, it seems there were minor regional differences between the Nintendo Direct broadcasts for the east and west. Japanese fans were treated to games missing from the North American and European versions. First up is Dragon Quest Rivals, a free download first released on mobile back...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Dragon Quest XI S: Definitive Edition Brings Exclusive Content To Switch
Including a cool 16-bit mode
We've known that Dragon Quest XI was on its way to Switch for some time, but today we finally got confirmation that it would be coming to the west this year. Hurrah! Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition (try saying that twice as fast) will hit the console this Fall, and comes with a generous...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
Go ninja go!
Aragami is a third-person stealth game that casts you as an undead assassin with the power to control the shadows. You can teleport to any shadow, become invisible, materialize weapons or even summon a shadow dragon to infiltrate the enemy ranks and dispose of your targets. In short, it's a proper hoot, and Switch is getting what...
Gallery Phoenix Wright Is Looking Mighty Sharp In New Ace Attorney Trilogy Screens
We're a long way from the GBA original...
We know that Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is coming to Switch and other platforms very soon (21st February in Japan). It first collected all of the original games in one glorious package on mobile before gracing the 3DS with its objection perfection. Gematsu has posted some HD screens of the...
News Rune Factory 4 Special And Rune Factory 5 Are Both On The Way To Switch
Show your commitment
In the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, it was revealed XSEED Games and Marvelous will be bringing Rune Factory 4 Special to the Nintendo Switch later this year. This title is based on the 2013 3DS release, which was a unique combination of fantasy farming and action role-playing gameplay, with some dating simulation...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Gets Two-Player Co-op And Paid DLC
Two big heads are better than one
In a free update available as you read these very words, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is getting two-player co-op support for all courses. Not only that, but there's also a set of paid DLC - Captain Toad's Special Episode - coming in a month's time (14th March, to be precise). This will include 18 new challenges,...
News Oh Look, Assassin's Creed III Remastered Has Finally Been Confirmed For Switch
After months of rumours
As part of today's Nintendo Direct, it was finally confirmed that Assassin's Creed III Remastered is definitely coming to Switch. After multiple rumours and accidental slip-ups from retailers and
Thursday14th Feb 2019
Nintendo Download 14th February (Europe)
Final Fantasy IX! Tetris 99! OlliOlli!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - New Releases: TETRIS 99 (Nintendo, Free) - 99...
News Ken, Daisy And Young Link amiibo All Release This April
Even more amiibo!
As if all the excitement of the Nintendo Direct wasn't quite enough, Nintendo has now gone and revealed even more amiibo figures set to arrive in April. Our poor, poor wallets. That's right, Ken, Daisy, and Young Link are all set to arrive in stores (and then immediately into our collections) this April. On the 12th April, if...
News PlatinumGames Still "Hard At Work" Developing Bayonetta 3
Look forward to learning more in the future
While many Bayonetta fans were hoping to catch a glimpse of her third outing for Switch in the latest Direct presentation, unfortunately, it didn't happen. Instead, Nintendo's Yoshiaki Koizumi provided a brief update about the project towards the end of the video. Following the reveal of the latest...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News New Star Fox Missions Are Being Added To Starlink: Battle For Atlas This April
Play as Peppy, Falco and Slippy
For a number of days now there has been a rumour about a game called Star Fox Grand Prix, which was apparently going to be revealed at some point during the latest Nintendo Direct. In the end, no such announcement was made. The announcement we did receive, though, was the reveal new Star Fox missions would be added...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Japanese Poll Discovers That Vast Majority Of Viewers Were Pleased With The Nintendo Direct
Were you?
Just a handful of hours ago, we had our first Nintendo Direct of 2019. You might have noticed? The reaction so far has been mostly very positive from fans talking on social media and our very own comment sections here at Nintendo Life, and now we have some cold hard statistics to truly look into its success. Japanese video sharing site...
Nintendo Download 14th February (North America)
Tetris 99! Final Fantasy IX! Steins;Gate Elite!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: Steins;Gate Elite (Spike...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Daemon X Machina Demo Is Now Live On Switch eShop
Developers want your feedback
Yet another announcement made during today's Nintendo Direct was news of a demo for DAEMON X MACHINA, the futuristic mech action game heading to Switch. The demo (called 'Prototype Missions') is live on the eShop as we speak, and allows players to battle through four different missions while testing out the game’s...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Porting of Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Being Handled By QLOC
Switch version getting added motion controls, too
News that Ninja Theory's action-adventure game Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is Switch-bound was a delightful surprise in last night's Direct. With no official news on who's handling porting duties just yet, according to Kotaku the work is being carried out by developer QLOC. The Polish studio's...
Gallery These New Dragon's Dogma Switch Screens Look Pretty Tasty
You know, for an old timer
A fresh batch of screens from the upcoming Switch version of Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen have cropped up on 4gamer, and we have to say they look rather nice. Capcom ported the original game to PS4 and Xbox One in 2017, and while we're not expecting the kind of fidelity those more powerful consoles can provide, Switch is...
News EA's Puzzle-Platformer Unravel Two Releases On The Switch eShop This March
Unravel the goodness
At E3 2018, Electronic Arts revealed the co-op puzzle-platform game Unravel Two would be released on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4. As always, it raised questions about a potential Nintendo Switch port later down the line. The latest Nintendo Direct has now officially confirmed Coldwood Interactive’s puzzle-platformer...
News Undertale Creator Brings Deltarune To Switch eShop On 28th February
Download the first chapter for free
Toby Fox, the creator of the award-winning indie hit RPG Undertale is bringing the first chapter of Deltarune - an expansion of the series, set in a different world - to the Nintendo Switch eShop on 28th February. The announcement was made during the latest Nintendo Direct presentation in the form of a...
News Hamster's Next Batch Of Switch Arcade Releases Includes None Other Than Ice Climber
Vs. Ice Climber, actually
As has become tradition, Hamster has revealed its next batch of arcade titles set to delight and amaze on Nintendo Switch. From a Nintendo perspective, one game that will no doubt instantly catch your eye is Ice Climber - even if your experience with Popo and Nana is limited to just Super Smash Bros. loveliness. This...
News Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night Emerges From The Shadows This Summer
About time
If you've been keeping tabs on Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, you'll know the team behind the game have been hard at work on the project in preparation for its 2019 launch. The latest Nintendo Direct presentation has now revealed the game will launch in summer 2019. Alongside this announcement was a new gameplay trailer. If you've...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Asymmetric Horror Game Dead By Daylight Places You In Your Very Own Slasher Movie
Hunt or be hunted? The choice is yours
Behaviour Interactive's Asymmetric survival horror game Dead By Daylight is headed to Switch, it was announced today. Originally released on PC in 2016 and on PS4 and Xbox One a year later, the game allows you to either play as the hunter or the hunted. You can opt to assume the role of one of four hapless...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Travel Between Worlds When Square Enix's Oninaki Arrives On Switch This Summer
Go beyond life
During the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, it was announced Square Enix would be publishing the new action role-playing game Oninaki this summer. The title is being developed by the talented team at Tokyo RPG Factory, who are previously responsible for I Am Setsuna and Lost Sphear. Here's more information about Oninaki, courtesy...
News Alex Kidd In Miracle World Is Your Next Sega Ages Classic
Ready for a game of rock, paper, scissors?
Ah, poor Alex Kidd. He was once the toast of the world of Sega; a worthy rival to Mario who starred in a series of likeable games on the Master System, as well as a cool arcade exclusive. But that was before Sonic turned up, and Alex Kidd was quickly forgotten as Sega's outgoing mascot. Still, we've got a...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News A Demo For Yoshi's Crafted World Is Now Live On The Switch eShop
Full game launches this March
If you've been eager to try out Yoshi's Crafted World and don't think you can hold out much longer, Nintendo has now released a demo for the beautifully crafted title on the Switch eShop. Apart from this exciting news, more footage of the game was also shared during the latest Direct presentation. It confirmed players...
News Fire Emblem: Three Houses Marches Onto Switch This July
A little later than planned
Nintendo has revealed that Fire Emblem: Three Houses will hit the Switch on July 26th, after admitting that the game needs a little more time in the oven. It had originally been slated for a spring release. The latest in a long line of tactical RPGs, Three Houses takes place in a kingdom divided into three states, and...
News GRID Autosport Swerves Onto Switch This Summer
Encouraging skid marks
If there's one genre that Switch is lacking in, it's arguably the realistic racer. We knew that GRID Autosport, the ninth game in Codemasters' TOCA series, was making a comeback on Switch and now it's attached to a 'Summer 2019' release window. Originally launched in 2014 on Xbox 360 and PS3, the new Switch version will...
News The Award-Winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Is Switch-Bound This Spring
The best kind of madness
Ninja Theory may be owned by Microsoft these days, but the platform holder's somewhat agnostic approach to publishing means that Switch owners will get to sample the award-winning Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, the last game that Ninja Theory created before it was snapped up by Xbox Game Studios. Inspired by Norse mythology,...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Jakks Pacific Secures Sega Merch Deal, New Sonic Toys And Novelty Items On The Way
Including a 'Pinball Track Set'!
US toymaker Jakks Pacific has announced a multi-year, global toy licensing deal with SEGA of America, allowing the company to manufacture, market, and distribute merchandise for the Sonic the Hedgehog brand. The company will be showcasing its entire line at the International Toy Fair in New York from 16th - 19th...
Video Feel The Love With My Time At Portia's Brand New 'Relationships Trailer'
Coming to Switch this spring
Team17 has shared a brand new trailer for My Time at Portia, a sandbox RPG heading to Switch this spring. The trailer, which you can check out for yourself above, focuses on the unique villagers you'll meet, befriend, and possibly even romance during your time with the game. You can build these relationships by getting...
News Get All Lovey-Dovey With These Nintendo-Themed Valentine's eCards
Still time to print before heading home to that special someone
Whether you've got something special planned with a significant other this evening, or just want to cheer up a good pal, Nintendo has you covered with its annual series of downloadable Valentine's cards. If you head over to the Play Nintendo area of their website, you'll be able to...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News Check Out The Cosmic Protector Captain Marvel In The Latest Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 Clip
Marvellous
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order was originally revealed at the Game Awards at the end of last year. It's expected to be the biggest and best entry yet in the franchise, bringing together a cast of Super Heroes and Super Villains from across the Marvel Universe. If you missed it, the title will be developed by Koei Tecmo...
Thursday14th Feb 2019
News Battle And Build When Dragon Quest Builders 2 Launches On Switch This July
Can you dig it?
The sequel to the warmly received Dragon Quest Builders, imaginatively titled Dragon Quest Builders 2, will launch later this year on 12th July. Once again, it fuses a classic role-playing game with Minecraft building elements to offer a rather unique experience. This time around you'll also be teaming up with a mysterious new...
News Enjoy Some Lovely Co-Op Puzzling This Valentine's With Degrees Of Separation On Switch
A cosy night in?
Launching today on Nintendo Switch, incredibly fittingly for Valentine's Day, is Degrees of Separation. With one of the game's protagonists wielding the forces of heat and the other manipulating cold, players must work together with a partner or friend to overcome puzzling obstacles while exploring a gorgeous fantasy world. If...
Wednesday13th Feb 2019
News All Secret SNES Data Has Just Been Removed From Nintendo Switch Online's NES App
Suspicious...
You may remember that, just last month, a total of 22 SNES games were spotted in the Nintendo Switch Online - Nintendo Entertainment System app. Ever since, and especially with Nintendo's public commitment to "boost the appeal" of its Switch Online service, we've been practically convinced that SNES games will make it to the console in...
News Square Enix Producer Retweets Nintendo Direct Announcement, Sends Speculation Into Overdrive
What could it mean?
Following the announcement of the upcoming Nintendo Direct, which will be taking place on 13th February, it has been discovered Square Enix producer Shinji Hashimoto retweeted this news not once, but twice. For anyone who's not familiar with his work, Hashimoto is the co-creator of the Kingdom Hearts series and has also helped...
News Game Boy Classic Zelda: Link's Awakening Is Getting Remastered For Switch
And it's out this year
During today's Nintendo Direct it was revealed that the 1993 Game Boy Zelda entry Link's Awakening is getting the remaster treatment, and it's coming to Switch later this year. Regarded by many as one of the best instalments in the entire Zelda series, Link's Awakening sees the famous Hero of Time marooned
Feature What We Expect From The February Nintendo Direct
It's only blimmin' happening!
Well, it finally happened. Nintendo has us on such tenterhooks that the announcement of an announcement feels like an event in itself. Although here at NL Towers we avoid reporting on baseless rumours and idle forum speculation, now's the time to indulge our inner fanboys-and-girls. The press release tells us to...
News Smash Ultimate Version 3.0.0 Coming This Spring, Joker Will Arrive By April
New amiibo on the way this year!
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will be receiving a Version 3.0.0 update this spring, and it looks like you'll want to keep an eye out for this one. As you can hear in the video up above, Nintendo teases us by saying we'll "just have to wait to find out" exactly what will come with the update, but the game's first DLC...
Watch Nintendo Direct February 2019 Broadcast - Live!
35 minutes of greatness awaits
The much-delayed Nintendo Direct is finally here, and we'll be live-streaming it from this very page. Tune in, leave some comments in the chat and make sure you've got a hot beverage ready - it's going to be 35 minutes of pure gaming greatness! <liveblog id="nintendo-direct_2019-02-13_na" tags="#NintendoDirect"...
News Tetris 99 Is A Free Battle Royale Tetris Game Launching On Switch Today (Yes, Really)
What is happening?
One announcement from today's Nintendo Direct that we could never have predicted is Tetris 99 - a battle royale version of the classic game we all know and love. We don't know what's going on, either. The game pits you against 98 other players, with players slowly but surely getting wiped out until just one champion remains. An...
News Super Mario Maker 2 Confirmed For Switch, Launches This June
Direct opens on a biggie
Nintendo has revealed that Super Mario Maker 2 will be launching on Nintendo Switch this summer. June, to be exact (well, more precise). The news was announced during today's Nintendo Direct, with Mario's latest level creator opening the show. Although it's still in development, the game is set to feature brand new features...
News Respawn Would "Love" To Bring Apex Legends To Switch But Has Nothing To Reveal Right Now
The new battle royale on the block
One free-to-play battle royale game taking the world by storm right now is Apex Legends. It's published by EA and developed by the talented team at Respawn Entertainment - also known as the studio behind the Titanfall series. For most parts, it's made up of the standard battle royale formula, where you drop into a...
Reminder Super Mario Bros. 2, Kirby's Adventure Now On Switch, Plus Two New SP Edition NES Games
More retro goodness
Today sees the latest update arrive in Nintendo Switch Online's NES app, with four new games in total being added for your playing pleasure (or five if you're in Japan). The two main additions this month are Kirby's Adventure and Super Mario Bros. 2, which Nintendo pre
Rumour Switch Seen Running Android In The Wild
Hack happy
The Switch is certainly a versatile little system with a host of engines having added support for the ‘homeheld’ since launch nearly two years ago. In addition to all the official tweak-ery, unofficial platforms have also been seen running on the console ‘in the wild’ – we’ve seen photos of Linux running in a rudimentary form,...
Rumour That Star Fox Racing Game Rumour Is Doing Another Lap
Stop me if you think that you've heard this one before
Okay, now we're straying into familiar territory. With tonight's Nintendo Direct getting everyone's pulse racing, it seems the old rumour about a Star Fox racing game from Retro Studios is doing the rounds once more. According to a post from GameFAQs user Vergeben, the long-rumo
News Sony Gaming Boss Says The Industry Is "Better" Because Of Nintendo's Efforts
"Never underestimate Nintendo"
Yesterday, we heard how Sony Interactive Entertainment Chairman Shawn Layden sat down with Game Informer and sent some praise in the direction of the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One X and even tablets and smartphones - stating how there are great gaming experiences across all of these platforms and explaining how each of...
News Yo-Kai Watch Popularity Declines Sharply Against Steady Ol' Pokémon
Yokai ain't afraid of no ghost, but indifference gives them the willies
It seems the Yo-Kai Watch bubble is bursting fast in the Land of the Rising Sun. In fact, it burst a while ago, but the game and its accompanying media and merch were so incredibly popular in Japan that residual interest keeps the whole shebang running on fumes. While the craze...
Rumour Fire Emblem Three Houses Delayed Until September, According To UK Retailer
Delay news incoming?
The upcoming Fire Emblem: Three Houses may have been delayed until September this year, if a recently updated retail listing is to be believed. The latest official word on the game's release date, shared during a financial report just a couple of weeks ago, said that the game was still on track for a 'Spring 2019' launch. That...
News All Three Trine Games Are Coming To Switch On Just One Cartridge
All games available digitally, too
Frozenbyte has revealed that its super tasty 'Trine Series 1 - 3' bundle, which unsurprisingly contains all three previously-released Trine games, will be getting a physical release. The best news is that all three will be available on one cartridge - so no pesky downloads required! Combining puzzle, platforming,...
Review Iron Crypticle - A Smashing Tribute To The Twin-Stick Shooters Of Yore
A real thriller
Last year, Tikipod graced Switch users with the seminal Aqua Kitty UDX, a silly and extremely enjoyable take on the classic arcade game Defender which had that perfect blend of old-school design principles and modern game standards. Now, the developer has chosen to do a modern take on another arcade shooter classic, Smash TV, and the...
News PlatinumGames Is Bringing Astral Chain To Switch This August
Under the watchful eye of Hideki Kamiya
PlatinumGames is working with Nintendo on a brand-new IP for Switch called Astral Chain, it was revealed today. One of the shock announcements of the February Nintendo Direct, Astral Chain is set in the near-future, with monsters and cool-looking police officers battling it out for the sake of...
Something isn't right
Activision Blizzard has revealed that it will be laying off hundreds of members of staff despite seeing the best financial results in the company's history last year. The news comes from the company's full-year earnings call, in which Activision Blizzard CEO, Bobby Kotick, shared the news that the company had “once again...
News Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Cracks 10 Million Sales Mark
Crash is back
While we remain hopeful the Spyro Reignited Trilogy will eventually make the transition across to the Nintendo Switch, Activision has shared some positive news about the sales of the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. The multi-platform release has been cited as a fourth-quarter driver in its most recent financial repo
News PlatinumGames Still Wants To Get The Wonderful 101 On Switch
We'd be up for that
It's no secret that PlatinumGames has an interest in porting The Wonderful 101 to Switch; back in July 2017, the company posted an apparent tease of a Switch port to social media, before publicly asking fans to get on board with the idea the following April. Thankfully, for fans of the game, it doesn't look like this interest is...
News Pokémon: Let’s Go Demo Now Available From The Switch eShop
Try before you buy
A free demo for the recent Switch release Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! is now available to download from the eShop. If you haven't had the chance to experience these new entries yet, now is the chance to see what they're all about. The demo itself will introduce you to the game's unique gyro mechanics and...
News Free Update For Top-Down Action RPG Moonlighter Arrives In Time For Valentine's
Enjoy new enemies, upgrades and story now with a loved one
Digital Sun has released a free downloadable update for its beautiful dungeon crawler, Moonlighter. It includes a grand total of nine new companions to aid your adventures and a host of new minibosses, so as not to make its rogue-lite action too easy. There are a load of minor additions to...
News Disney's Tsum Tsum Arrive In Festival Form On Nintendo Switch Later This Year
Adorable
Disney fans will be pleased to hear the insanely popular Tsum Tsum franchise is rolling onto the Switch later this year. Disney Tsum Tsum Festival focuses on party fun for four players locally or online and also includes puzzling action, similar to the LINE supported Disney Tsum Tsum free-to-play mobile game. Below are the official...
Deals School's Out, Time For A New Nintendo 2DS XL Bargain Bundle
New Nintendo 2DS XL + 3 Games for £129.99
While the mighty Nintendo 3DS is almost ready to be put out to pasture, for families with young kids there has never been a better time to pick up one of these classic handhelds in order to make long car journeys pass without any drama. The New Nintendo 2DS XL is certainly the way to go with young 'uns –...
News R.B.I. Baseball 19 Steps Up To The Plate On Switch Next Month
Having another swing
MLB Advance Media has confirmed that R.B.I. Baseball 19 will soon be having another swing for that glorious home run on Switch, launching on the console early next month. The latest in a franchise which has arrived on Switch in both 2018 and 2017, the 2019 edition is said to continue to deliver "fast arcade baseball fun". We...
News Wargroove Dev Says Sony Refused Cross-Platform Play Despite Chairman's Comments
"We were told no"
Just yesterday, we shared a snippet of a Game Informer interview with Sony Interactive Entertainment Chairman, Shawn Layden, pointing out his praise for other platforms (including Switch) and comments on Sony's future. That very same interview also touched on the topic of cross-platform play, with Layden suggesting that Sony is...
Japanese Charts New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Triple Jumps Back To Top Spot
Switch still best-selling console
Japanese chart figures are now in for 4th - 10th February, revealing that New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe has reclaimed the top spot. Mario and friends managed to shift another 38,482 units at retail this week, outselling last week's number one Kingdom Hearts III which came in just behind with 35,450 sales. There...
News WaterField's Latest Switch Storage Solution Brings You The 'Switch Taco'
Carry in style
We're big fans of WaterField's cases and carry-bags, as you'll know if you've been following the site closely for the past few years. This San Francisco-based company does a great line in high-quality storage solutions and has recently gone all-in with gaming-focused bags, some of which we've covered in the past. The company's latest...
News Revisit The Legend Of Zelda In The Next Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board Event
Begins later this week
Another week, another Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board event. This time around it's all about The Legend of Zelda series. The 'Power, Wisdom and Courage' event starts on Friday and will run for approximately three days. If you're wanting to build up your Zelda-themed spirit collection, there'll be plenty of different...
Nindie Round Up Pumped BMX Pro, Bleep Bloop, Bad Dream: Coma, Airheart And Big Crown: Showdown
All aboard for this week’s indie reviews
This week we have some great entries, with the stand out of Big Crown: Showdown, boasting some really great party game fun. Also featured are twin stick shooter, Airheart – Tales of Broken Wings, simple puzzler, Bleep Bloop, point-and-click horror goodness in Bad Dream; Coma and a disappointing arcade...
News BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! Is Coming To Switch On 26th April
It's hip to be square
Qbby's back and coming to Switch, and he's bringing a lady friend with him. BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! will arrive on Switch on April 26th. It will include two-player support and you'll need that support to get through 270 head-scratching levels. The trailer mentions that this one is tightly packed with brand new puzzles and even...
News Colt Canyon, A Twin Stick Shootin' Western, Is Coming To Switch in Q3 2019
Rogue dead redemption
For those of you eyeballing the Old West action on other consoles with jealousy, there's a 2D stranger just waltzed into town. Colt Canyon is a retro-flavoured roguelike where you take control of various gunmen and bring justice to the West, pixel-by-pixel. Headup Games has released details describing a handcrafted world with...
News Rocket League's Cross-Platform Friends List Arrives Next Week, Here Are All The Details
Friends to the end
Rocket League's promised Friends List feature, which provides an easier way for players across multiple platforms to play together, has been given a solid release date. That special day is 19th February. Developer Psyonix has put together the handy video up above to guide you through what you can expect to see; it's a feature...
Tuesday12th Feb 2019
News Nintendo Allegedly Cancelled Localisation Of Mother 3 Due To Its Controversial Aspects
Project halted
The Mother series, better known as EarthBound outside of Japan, was beginning to grow in popularity back during the Wii U generation when the 1994 Super Nintendo entry was for the first time ever, released in Europe and certain other territories in 2013 on the Virtual Console. Nintendo followed this up in 2015 with the Virtual Console...
News Nintendo Direct To Air Tomorrow, Wednesday 13th February
It's actually happening
Nintendo has revealed that a brand new Nintendo Direct will air tomorrow, and the internet can finally calm down for a few days. The show will be approximately 35 minutes long and will focus on upcoming Nintendo Switch games, including Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Fire Emblem is currently slated for a spring 2019 release, so...
Feature Please Understand: Unpacking Nintendo's Vision For Metroid Prime 4
Is Metroid finally on the right track after the Federation Farce?
Nintendo’s announcement that Metroid Prime 4 was effectively being taken back to the drawing board wasn’t exactly the January surprise fans were hoping for; the sizeable delay to this much-anticipated sequel was an understandable downer for fans. Despite disappointment, the video...
News Summer In Mara Will Bring Zelda: Wind Waker Vibes To Switch This September
Kickstarter smashed in under 48 hours
Summer In Mara, a tropical adventure game inspired by the likes of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker and Stardew Valley, has managed to smash its Kickstarter goal in less than 48 hours to secure a release on Switch. The game has you taking care of your very own island, customising it however you like and...
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe World Record Attempt Fittingly Destroyed By Blue Shell
Can you imagine?
Ah, the Blue Shell. As is to be expected, Mario Kart's very own rage-inducing spiky ball of doom, destruction, and relationship breakdowns has claimed yet another victim and, this time, it's even ruined a world record speedrun attempt. Speedrunner Skilloz_ was aiming for a 200cc Star Cup world record in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe,...
News Pokémon GO Is Finally Giving Players A Quick And Easy Way To Get Sinnoh Stones
And it's happening this weekend
If you're a keen Pokémon GO player, you'll no doubt be aware that Sinnoh Stones have become one of the more frustrating new additions to the game. They allow you to evolve some great Pokémon into amazing fighting machines, but getting your hands on one feels trickier than it needs to be. Luckily, that's about to...
Review OlliOlli: Switch Stance - A Grind In The Best Possible Sense
Fail faster
Remember OlliOlli? Its addictive 2D take on the trick-combo formula that fuelled the Tony Hawk franchise for a good fifteen years launched on PS Vita back in 2014 and then got ported to pretty much everything else, including Wii U and 3DS. For a game so suited to portable play sessions, it’s taken a remarkably long time to come to your...
News Multiple Nintendo Treehouse Q&A Sessions Scheduled For Pokémon Day
Is a surprise on the way?
27th February marks the day when Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green were first launched in Japan in 1996. Each year, Nintendo celebrates this special day with Pokémon Day. This year, the Nintendo New York store will once again be hosting activities throughout the week. Starting on 27th February, there’ll be events such as...
News Sonic Mania Devs Form New Development Studio, Evening Star
And they're hiring!
Several members of the development team behind Sonic Mania have banded together to form their very own game development studio, Evening Star. The studio has its headquarters based in Los Angeles, with others working across Melbourne and London. It describes itself as a "boutique" studio, with each team member pursuing "a goal to...
News Sony Gaming Boss On The "Great Experiences" Available On Switch And A More Open Future
"We’re all part of the same gaming community"
We're used to hearing positive remarks about Switch from Xbox's executive vice-president of Gaming, Phil Spencer, but Sony are usually a little more tight-lipped when it comes to praising the competition. In a recent chat with gameinformer, SIE Chairman Shawn Layden was uncharacteristically generous...
News Live Out Your Pokémon Snap Sequel Fantasies With GO Snapshot
"You were close"
If there's one thing we've been clamouring for over the last few years ("we" meaning "at least one of us"), it's a direct sequel to Pokémon Snap. The 3DS seemed like a perfect opportunity with its camera functionality, but nothing, and the Wii U's GamePad seemed even more suited as you'd be able to line it up with the TV, but nope...
Review The King's Bird - A Crafty Quest For True Challenge-Seekers
Taking flight
Some video games gently pull you through a narrative experience, offering the player everything they need along the way without any barriers or fuss. Movement is unrestricted, the environment is an ally, and there are no pressures of failure or time in sight. And then there is The King's Bird. Developer Serenity Forge has thrown their...
Video Watch This Father Recreate Over 200 Taunts From Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Family man
YouTuber and Nintendo fan Nick Luciano has returned with a new video to celebrate the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. If you haven't seen his past work, he's known for convincing his relatives to re-enact video game animations, emotes, taunts and dances and then turning them into lengthy videos. This time he's got his 67-year-old...
News To All Mankind, A New Adventure Game From NIS, Is Coming To Switch
It's a Tokyo jungle out there
According to this week's Famitsu, Nippon Ichi Software is teaming up with Acquire to bring To All Mankind (or Jinrui no Minasama e to give its Japanese title) to Switch and PS4. It's in development and there's no word yet on a release date. Set in Tokyo, details are a little sketchy, but the game appears to take place...
News Limited Run Reveals The Collector's Edition For ToeJam & Earl: Back In The Groove
Pre-orders open later this week
After multiple delays dating back to 2017, ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove is finally arriving on the Switch in both digital and physical form this March. If you haven't heard, Limited Run Games will be handling the release of the physical version. Standard editions will be available over a 45-day pre-order...
Random Tell Us Who You Love In This Official Pokémon Poll For Valentine's Day
Winners will be revealed on 14th March
Last week, the official Play Nintendo website ran a poll to find out who fans would love to give a Valentine to on Valentine's Day. The poll featured many famous Nintendo characters such as Mario, Link and Isabelle, but in the end, Waluigi won in a landslide victory. Apparently, this wasn't a one-off, as The...
News Spotify Users Can Now Enjoy A New Batch Of Capcom Tracks Following Huge Music Dump
Hmm, reading that back, it doesn't sound quite so appealing
Fans of chiptune and video game music in general have a whole bunch of freshly released tracks to enjoy thanks to Capcom dropping a boatload of albums on Spotify. They range from the classic NES Mega Man through PS1-era Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, Phoenix Wright, Devil May Cry,
News Minesweeper Genius Brings The Classic Computer Game To Switch, But With A Twist
And it's out today
Minesweeper Genius is making its explosive debut on consoles today, blasting down the Switch eShop with the classic gameplay you'd expect from any Minesweeper-inspired release. A modern take on the classic game of logic, Minesweeper Genius has players sweeping their way through more than 130 levels, 55 of which are...
News Atelier Lulua: The Scion of Arland Secures Switch Release Date
The darling buds of May
JRPG Atelier Lulua: The Scion of Arland is seeing the light of day on Tuesday 21st May according to Koei Tecmo. A sequel to the PS3 Arland trilogy - available individually or in a Deluxe Pack on Switch - sees you controlling a young woman named Elmerulia Lulua Fryxel, an apprentice alchemist. The official announcement offers...
News Arcade Survival Racer BlazeRush Is Smashing Its Way To Switch Next Week
No health, no brakes
Targem Games has revealed that it will be bringing its arcade racer BlazeRush to Nintendo Switch, the first of its games to arrive on the console. The game is described as a "dynamic arcade racing survival game" with no health, no levelling up and, terrifyingly, no brakes. There's quite an emphasis on local and online...
News Thea: The Awakening Sold "Noticeably Better" On Switch During Its First Week
Another Nindie success story
We've heard numerous indie developers talk about the surprising sales they've managed to rack up on Switch in the past, with many finding that their games can reach sales milestones significantly quicker on Nintendo's machine than on other platforms. While that's not always the case, today brings yet another Switch...
News Bricktown's 2019 Streetwear Collection Features Iconic Nintendo Power-Ups
You, too, can look this dreary in a Fire Flower tee
Hip streetwear brand Bricktown has announced a partnership with Nintendo for an upcoming retro gaming-inspired collection. The crossover will see a variety of Super Mario World sprites adorning t-shirts, sweaters and caps of various hues. The moody polaroids are a bit much, but the merch itself...
News Rad Rodgers Radical Edition Gets Switch Release Date And Gameplay Trailer
Totally tubular
Rad Rodgers Radical Edition will be locking and loading on Nintendo Switch very soon indeed, with a brand new trailer (up above) confirming that the game will be available from 26th February. As had already been revealed towards the end of last year, the Switch version will boast all-new content in the form of local co-op support, a...
Monday11th Feb 2019
No 3DS love?
Recent 3DS title Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey has had a pretty rough launch period, with early sales showing that it is currently sitting amongst the worst-selling Mario titles ever released. In its home region of Japan, Mario & Luigi: BIS + BJJ (how do you shorten the name of this thing?!) has...
Talking Point Is A Nintendo Direct Really On The Way?
No smoke without fire, right?
We know you love Nintendo Direct news – who doesn't? These little presentations have long been Nintendo's way of updating us on forthcoming games or revealing entirely new ones, so it's little wonder that everyone gets excited by rumours of new broadcasts, and when they might air. Practically since 2019 began, we've...
News These Are The Differences Between Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn And The Original Wii Game
Better, in almost every way
If you happen to own Kirby's Epic Yarn on the Wii and want to know why the upcoming 3DS release Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn is worth purchasing, the recently launched Japanese website for the game has uploaded a helpful chart. Below is a translation, courtesy of NintendoSoup:
News Team Cherry Teases Hollow Knight Hornet DLC Reveal Coming Later This Week
"Ready your needle"
Mark your calendars, Hollow Knight fans, because it looks like a first, juicy reveal of the upcoming Hornet DLC is just around the corner. Yes, if you're a fan of Hollow Knight's dark, sinister, and yet oddly adorable Metroidvania ways, you may already be aware that a Hornet DLC package has been promised for some time. Serving...
News Square Enix Trademarks Final Fantasy Adventure And Secret Of Mana In The US
Reviving the classics
In January, the Square Enix terms "HD-2D" and "HD2D" were trademarked in Europe. These terms were used by the Japanese developer and publisher to describe the graphical aesthetic featured in last year's Switch exclusive, Octopath Traveler. Square Enix recently followed this up by filing a couple of Mana trademarks in Europe...
Review The Liar Princess And The Blind Prince - An Alluring Fairytale With A Sad Ending
Cool story bro
Are you sitting comfortably? Then we'll begin. Once upon a time there was a game called The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince. When you looked at a screenshot of this game, or perhaps a brief video of it in action, it seemed the fairest Switch game in all the land. Alas, that beauty hid a mortal ailment, for The Liar Princess and the...
Update: Annnnnd it's gone
Update: The Switch listing for Assassin's Creed III Remastered has now been removed from the Ubisoft website. Yet another mistake? Or just revealed too soon? Original story below. Original Article: Joining Spyro Reignited Trilogy on the list of worst-kept secrets on Switch, the recently revealed Assassin's Creed III...
News GameStop Lists Spyro Reignited Trilogy For August Release On Switch, Then Takes Page Down
Here we go again
Another retail listing has appeared for Spyro Reignited Trilogy on Nintendo Switch, giving us even more reason to believe the game is surely on the way to Nintendo's hybrid machine. As spotted by Twitter user @AngrySpace, this listing appeared on GameStop's German website, indicating that a Switch version of the game is scheduled...
News Here's A Look At Every Possible Joy-Con Combination In One Handy Chart
Such colour, much wow
Since launching back in March 2017, the Switch has amassed a pretty impressive collection of different Joy-Con options. Don't get us wrong, we feel like there could be lots more - just think about how many franchise-specific 3DS consoles were released - but by mixing up each side you can create a whole lot of combinations. In...
News Activision Is Offering Full Refunds To Guitar Hero Live Buyers In The US
After removing huge portion of the game
Activision has opened a refund program for US customers who purchased Guitar Hero Live on or after 1st December 2017 following the closure of the game's GHTV service. Originally launching back in 2015, Guitar Hero Live featured two main games modes: an offline mode which had you playing in front of a crowd of...
News New Smash Bros. Ultimate Glitch Makes Assist Trophies Bounce Around And Escape Their Casing
Creepy
We're pretty used to seeing glitches in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at this point - an inevitability really, considering the huge number of possible inputs and actions players can cause within the game - and this one joins the glitch roster in style. Seemingly discovered by Twitter user, Nudolf, this glitch causes an odd little scenario with...
Moving up through the pack
Such is Nintendo Switch’s popularity as a platform, that within two years of its launch we have no less than three motocross and supercross-related games. For such a niche corner of the racing simulation genre, the world of two-wheeled mud shenanigans has been scoring holeshots and podium finishes on handhelds for quite...
News More Than 1,800 Games Have Now Been Released On The Nintendo Switch
Something for everyone
The Nintendo Switch isn't even two years old and already it's got a library of more than 1,800 games. According to Perfectly-Nintendo's list covering every region, the Switch now has a total of 1,868 titles. Nintendo Soup points out how 100 games have been added to this list in about one month. Here are the regional...
Random Taiwanese Police Seize 6,850 Fake amiibo Cards From One Man
Taipei-based seller reportedly got them online from China
We all know that crime doesn't pay - however, reports that a Taiwanese man has been arrested after selling fake amiibo cards suggest that the old maxim is a big fib. This unscrupulous individual had a variety of decidedly dodgy amiibo cards with full NFC functionality on sale for the tidy sum...
Video Dead Cells Developer Talks Future DLC, 60fps Target And More For Switch
Updates on the way
Nintendo has shared a brand new video interview with Motion Twin, the developer behind one of Switch's most recent success stories, Dead Cells. When it launched last summer, Dead Cells received an awful lot of praise from critics (including ourselves) and was soon devoured by gaming fans around the world as they heard about its...
Gallery Check Out This Rare Super Mario Artwork From The 1980s
A blast from the past
The Nintendo preservation experts at Forest of Illusion have shared some interesting Super Mario artwork, apparently dating back to the 1980s. The artwork was featured in an issue of Televi-Kun, which was a Japanese magazine for children. According to the source, the artwork was never featured in any other released media...
News Roguelike RPG Alchemic Dungeons DX Gets Revamped Release On Switch This Week
Some dungeon exploration this Valentine's?
Flyhigh Works has revealed that Alchemic Dungeons DX will be its next game headed to Nintendo Switch, and it's set to launch on the system later this week. Originally launching on 3DS as just Alchemic Dungeons, this updated Switch version has been revamped with new content and updated aesthetics. The new...
News Imagineer Issues Apology For Fitness Boxing Shortage In Japan
Recommends downloading from the eShop for an immediate workout
Remember the time when Square Enix had to apologise to fans who missed out on a physical copy of Octopath Traveler? Well, Imagineer has now had to issue a similar apology via Twitter, after stores around Japan ran out of copies of
Video Image & Form Shares More Details And Gameplay Footage For SteamWorld Quest
A SteamWorld RPG
Back in January as part of the Nintendo Indie Highlights presentation, Image & Form revealed its latest project coming to Nintendo Switch:
UK Charts A Very Familiar UK Top Ten Sees Three Nintendo Titles Standing Strong
Red Dead takes back number one
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 9th February, and it's a very familiar line up of titles taking those prestigious positions. Red Dead Redemption 2 has lassoed its way back to number one this time around after being pinned down by the likes of Resident Evil 2 and New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe in recent...
Sunday10th Feb 2019
Feature Just One More, Honest: The Unlikely Endurance Of amiibo
Despite untapped potential, amiibo survives the death of toys-to-life
With Disney Infinity, Skylanders and Lego Dimensions falling by the wayside in recent years, toys-to-life seems to have reached its natural conclusion. Much like the plastic instrument peripherals of a decade ago, consumers have had enough after filling their homes with plastic...
“We are constantly aware”
During the latest financial briefing Q&A summary, Senior Managing Executive Officer Shinya Takahashi and the one and only Shigeru Miyamoto were asked about how consumer preferences factored into the success of games based on existing IP and titles offering new types of play experiences that weren't necessarily as...
News Hollow Knight ESRB Classification Suggests A Physical Release Is Finally Happening
Good news, everyone!
If there's one indie game that is more deserving of a physical release than any other, it's probably Hollow Knight. Following the game's successful digital debut on the Switch and multiple other platforms, the talented people at Team Cherry released a number of free content packs for the title. The cherry on top was the...
News Nintendo President Discusses Collaboration With LINE Corporation And Future Of The Partnership
Is something in the pipeLINE?
At the beginning of February, Nintendo announced Dr. Mario World for iOS and Android devices was targeting an "early summer" global release this year. The free-to-download title is being co-developed by LINE Corporation and NHN Entertainment and will include optional in-app purchases. During Nintendo's recent financial...
Video Sakurai Declined Offer To Work On Oculus VR Games Because Of The Small Audience
Not enough users for his liking
When you read or hear the name Masahiro Sakurai, you're likely to think of the Super Smash Bros. series or the famous pink puffball, Kirby. Either way, this legendary video game director and designer has commonly been associated with multiple Nintendo projects over the duration of his career. There was one point,...
News Team Waffles Wins Splatoon 2's Breakfast Battle Splatfest
The sweet taste of victory
If you're still participating in the Splatoon 2 Splatfests on a regular basis, you'll no doubt have heard this weekend's battle in Europe and North America was all about pancakes and waffles. Now that this delicious breakfast battle has come to an end, Pearl and Marina have revealed waffles are the best - with a 3-0...
Saturday9th Feb 2019
Random Waluigi Wins Nintendo's Official Valentine's Day Poll
Waluigi time!
It's no secret there's a portion of Nintendo fans who absolutely adore Waluigi. We've seen petitions for the purple Mario character to be included as a playable fighter in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and the Nintendo of America boss Reggie Fils-Aimé has even gone on record saying how the series' creator Masahiro Sakurai is well-aware...
News Nintendo Is Already Taking The Necessary Steps To Combat Video Game Addiction
Limiting playtime
Video game addiction in recent times has become a major concern for health authorities worldwide. The World Health Organization announced its own plans in June 2018 to recognise gaming as a mental health condition. Individuals suffering from it give increased priority to playing video games over other daily activities and routines,...
"It is a very good place to work"
The proportion of female employees in hardware and software development departments at Nintendo was one of the many topics raised during the company’s recent Q&A session, which has now been translated. According to Nintendo Director and Senior Managing Executive Officer Shinya Takahashi, the company has...
News Nintendo Will Continue To Sell The 3DS, As Long As There Is Consumer Demand For It
The interest is still there
Since the arrival of the Switch, 3DS sales have begun to slow. While this beloved handheld system - first released in 2011 - is easily one of the best Nintendo has created, it has come to a point in its life where support is finally slowing down. A quick look at the scheduled 3DS releases for 2019 reveals slim pickings,...
Another indie success story
Earlier this week, we found out the turn-based tactical game Wargroove had covered its development costs in its launch weekend and now the roguelike RPG indie title Tangledeep by Impact Gameworks has had a similar level of success. The developer revealed
Feature Behind The Scenes On Sensible Software's Unreleased SNES Bomberman Beater
Da bomb
Sensible Software is a studio embedded in gaming history for many reasons outside of the admittedly immortal Sensible Soccer. Along with the Canon Fodder games – the destructive sibling of Sensible's popular football sim – the company's commitment to the 16-bit Amiga proved that, sometimes, you can achieve impossibly addictive gaming...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 9th)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
We've reached the weekend once again and, as is tradition, the Nintendo Life team has banded together to talk over all the lovely games we'll be playing over the next couple of days. We've got farming, fighting, fishing, and fun bursting out of our Joy-Con this week, so feel free to read our entries and join...
Friday8th Feb 2019
Rumour New Mortal Kombat 11 Characters Possibly Leaked Thanks To Steam Achievement List
Potential spoilers within
Mortal Kombat 11's release date is fast approaching, even with the confusion over what that date actually is in some areas, and the game's roster is slowly but surely starting to take shape. It seems that we may now know several more fighters set to be announced thanks to a potential leak. Consider this your spoiler...
News UK Retailer Lists Potential Release Dates For Animal Crossing, Luigi's Mansion 3 On Switch
And Daemon X Machina, too
2019 is set to introduce some pretty major games on Nintendo Switch, with the likes of Yoshi's Crafted World, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, Pokémon, Animal Crossing, and
Future targets will be even higher, though
At the end of last month, Nintendo revealed that it had cut its original 20 million Switch hardware sales target for the current financial year, instead resetting that estimate to 17 million. The change was based on lower-than-expected sales for the first nine months of the year, and resulted in an immedi
News Nintendo Confirms It Has Unannounced Titles Set To Launch This Year, Delays Not Anticipated
A big year?
2019 is already shaping up to be a rather mysterious year on the Nintendo front; there are a number of major titles already scheduled to launch over the next twelve months, but there's a distinct 'there's going to be more than this'-type feeling in the air, leaving fans entirely unsure of what to expect. Can you feel it? For months now,...
News We're Getting Another Third-Party Switch Joy-Con With A D-Pad
D-lightful news for handheld players
While the Nintendo Switch, in most respects, is a fantastic handheld/TV combo console, it did require the sacrifice of a few features in order to achieve this hybrid state. One of those details, sorely missed by fans of handheld gaming, has been the D-pad. Until now, the only real alternative on the market has...
News Nintendo Planning Ways To "Boost The Appeal" Of Switch Online Service On A Yearly Basis
Customers opting for shorter plans
Nintendo has confirmed that it plans to "boost the appeal" of its Nintendo Switch Online service going forward, with more details set to be announced when the company is ready. The news comes from a financial briefing Q+A, where Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has spoken about the service's early success and...
News Monster Hunter Generations Hits 3 Million Sales Across Switch And 3DS
Lucrative Switch numbers still dwarfed by Monster Hunter: World
As you may or may not be aware, Capcom keeps a tally of all its million-sellers called the 'Platinum' list. It covers all platforms and, right now, it's up to 87 titles (although, confusingly, Capcom's own description states that it has over 100 million-selling games) stretching from...
News Skybound And Beamdog Bring Six Classic Dungeons & Dragons Games To Switch In 2019
Each one is enhanced
Skybound Games - best-known in recent times for taking over the development of The Walking Dead video game series from Telltale - has announced it is teaming up with Beamdog to bring a selection classic role-playing computer games to the Switch and multiple other platforms later this year. The publishing partnership between the...
News Miyamoto: Nintendo's Universal Resort Theme Parks Will Be "Really Worth The Wait"
Building is progressing
Since its initial reveal way back in 2015, not a whole lot has been said about Nintendo and Universal's joint Super Nintendo World project. At the end of 2017, we learnt that the Orlando park would be bigger than originally expected, but things have been rather quiet as we build up to the main, Japanese park's 2020 opening...
Random Estate Agent Advertises Home By Uploading 21 Photos Of A Creepy Pikachu
We love Fridays
Where to even begin? Welcome, friends, to an article more fitting of our 'Random' tag than we could ever have imagined. 3625 Elm Ave in Baltimore US has appeared as an available listing on real estate brokerage site, Redfin. Normally, this wouldn't fall anywhere near our area of expertise, but the listing is so bizarre (and just...
News Aussie Physical Release For Naruto Switch Trilogy Includes Download Code For All Three Games
Digital reality
Update: It appears as if this will also apply to Europe, according to a listing on Amazon. There is an ongoing trend where certain publishers don't want to fork out the extra coin for proper physical releases on Switch. The European and North America physical release for Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster is somewhat of a nightmare,...
Random Chinese TV Network Uses Zelda: Breath Of The Wild Music During New Year Celebrations
And now, the weather...
If you're anything like us, hearing a piece of gaming music or even that familiar 'click' of the Nintendo Switch logo will instantly draw your attention to the TV. We'd expect to hear it in an advert every now and then, but never during a government-owned network's official broadcast schedule. Amazingly, Beijing Media...
News Commander Keen Creator Would Love To Make A New Game But Doesn't Have The Rights
It's up to id Software and Zenimax
In case you missed it, Commander Keen in Keen Dreams has surprisingly appeared on the Switch eShop. The Nintendo port of the 1991 id Software MS-DOS game has been developed by Lone Wolf Technology. In celebration, one of the game's creators - Tom Hall - chimed in on the
Nice one
2K has released another free DLC update for NBA 2K Playgrounds 2, bringing a nice selection of new content for players to enjoy completely free of charge. Lovely stuff. The new DLC adds the 2019 NBA All-Star playground in Charlotte and a special Valentine’s Day playground, all ready for the big, romantic day next week. A host of new...
News Unreleased NES Title Panic! Dizzy Hits Kickstarter
The Oliver twins find another eggy treat in the loft
Dizzy fans rejoice! In what seems like an unending trove of unreleased software that Philip and Andrew Oliver have found down the back of their sofa, Panic! Dizzy is the latest in a line of rediscovered Dizzy titles seeking crowdfunding. The game will be free to play on their website, but the pair...
Video Take A Tour Of PlatinumGames' Stunning Headquarters In Osaka, Japan
Gorgeous
PlatinumGames has shared a lovely new video giving fans a tour of its headquarters in Osaka, Japan. Getting the chance to have a good look around video game development studios is a rather rare treat, especially when they're as utterly glorious-looking as PlatinumGames' swanky pad of joy. The office is located in Osaka's Umeda Sky...
News Live-Action Movie Based On Capcom's Monster Hunter Series Arrives Next September
From the creator of the Resident Evil movies
Live-action movies based on popular video game series are all the rage right now. Capcom had quite the headstart in Hollywood with the success of the Resident Evil franchise and now it's moving onto Monster Hunter. If you've been wondering when this
News Gravity-Puzzle Platfomer Etherborn Leaps Onto The Nintendo Switch This Spring
Developer signs with FoxNext
In case you forgot, last May, the Barcelona-based indie developer Altered Matter announced its beautiful puzzle platform game Etherborn was coming to the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms. Nearly a year later, the official Nintendo channel has now uploaded an announcement trailer for this title, revealing it...
Thursday7th Feb 2019
Review Observer - An Ambitious Cyberpunk Horror That Overcomes Its Faults To Provide Solid Scares
Tears in game
Here at NL Towers, we’re partial to a bit of Blade Runner. We love the original 1982 film, in all its guises, and we adore the 2017 sequel. Oh yes, we can recite the C-beams speech verbatim, and more besides. However, we must concede that we probably don’t like Blade Runner quite as much as Bloober Team does. References aren’t...
Review City Of Brass - An Action-Packed Roguelike That's Worth Its Weight In Gold
A diamond in the rough
City of Brass is all about greed. Naturally, you love pilfering shiny and sparkling trinkets, but just how close will you tread into the unknown to sate your desire for wealth? Will your avarice help break an age-old curse and claim limitless riches, or condemn you to an eternity of torment? It's an intriguing premise, and one...
News Devil May Cry Boss Addresses Dante Smash Ultimate Demand, Says Series Should Be On Switch First
Pretty unlikely then
If there's one thing Nintendo fans love to do above all else (apart from agonising, complaining, rejoicing, and practically hyperventilating over actual, rumoured, or even fictional Nintendo Directs) it's speculating over which characters may or may not appear in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. One character who has been talked...
News Pre-Orders Are Now Open For The Bulbasaur Funko Pop Figure
Pop it in your basket
Yesterday saw the reveal of Funko's latest Pop Vinyl figure, the Pokémon series' very own number one, Bulbasaur. If you instantly fell in love with its never-ending stare of eternal doom and sacrifice, you're in luck, as pre-orders have now opened. US buyers can snap up their own figure via Amazon; the listing has the Pop...
News Doom & Destiny Coming To Switch, But Not Those Ones
Well, DOOM is but that would spoil the headline, no?
Turn-based RPG Doom & Destiny - the self-described 'Flying Spaghetti-Fantasy Adventure' - drops onto the eShop tomorrow. A farcical take on the old-school JRPG formula, your party of four friends encounter all the classic things you'd expect to find on a perilous top-down adventure - dragons,...
News Store Your Switch Cartridges In Style With These Game Card Pods, Pre-Orders Now Open
And 3DS games, too
Being the popular little beast that it is, the Switch now has an almost countless number of accessories for all your storage and transportation needs. Adding to your options in the near future are these Game Card Pods from Keys Factory, a new way to store your favourite cartridges. Available in five different colours - blue,...
Nintendo Download 7th February (North America)
Blazblue, The Liar Princess, Observer!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Nintendo Switch Retail: BLAZBLUE CENTRALFICTION Special Edition...
Feature How Aragami: Shadow Edition Aims To Stealthily Win Over Switch Ninjas
"As Miyamoto says, a delayed game is eventually good"
For those not in the know, Aragami: Shadow Edition is a third-person stealth game that casts you as a restless warrior who is blessed with the ability to control shadows, which must come in very useful at parties and social gatherings. You may have heard of this interesting title thanks to its...
News See If Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn Is For You With The Free eShop Demo
Try before you buy
As you may have already noticed in our Nintendo Download update earlier today, Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn has been treated to a demo today, giving players the chance to try the game out for themselves before committing to a purchase. Acting as an enhanced version of Kirby’s Epic Yarn on Wii, this game transports Kirby into a world...
Nintendo Download 7th February (Europe)
Etrian Odyssey Nexus! Observer! Blazblue!
The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch Retail - New Releases: The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 (THQ...
News Get Great Discounts On Top Multiplayer Switch Games With The 'Play Together' Sale In Europe
Donkey Kong! Diablo! Captain Toad!
Once again, the European Nintendo Download was so huge, we simply couldn't fit everything onto a single page. The main reason for this is a new 'Play Together' sale, in which a whole collection of multiplayer games have been discounted for a limited time. There are some seriously great offers in here, with lots of...
News R-Type Dimensions EX Is Getting A Very Limited Collector's Edition On Switch
Just 2,000 copies!
Stuttgart-based publisher Strictly Limited Games has revealed that it will be releasing two physical editions of R-Type Dimensions EX on Switch later this month. R-Type Dimensions EX contains both R-Type I and R-Type II in one lovely shoot 'em up package, both of which are regarded as being up there with the most influential...
News Nintendo Fixes Game-Breaking Bug In Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story
Problem solved
When Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey was released on the 3DS last month, some users encountered a game-breaking bug. If you lost Mario from your party in the Nimble Woods area of the game and then went back a screen to save your progress, the game would glitch out and Luigi would be unable to move...
Reminder You Can Now Merge Your Accounts In Fortnite
Finally
In December, Epic Games announced it would delay the release of Fortnite's account merge feature until early 2019. In case you missed the news, this feature aims to assist anyone who had been forced to create a new account on the Switch after Sony blocked all accounts that had be
News To The Moon Developer Has "Some Arrangements" For A Switch Release
We have lift-off
Just days after it was revealed SpeedRunners was likely to come to the Nintendo Switch when a fan reached out to the game's publisher tinyBuild via email, the award-winning PC and mobile indie title To The Moon has now been confirmed the same way. Apparently, all it takes nowadays to find out if a game is coming to the Nintendo...
News A New Nintendo Switch Bundle Is On The Way With A $35 eShop Credit Code Included
Treat yourself
Nintendo of America is set to launch a new Nintendo Switch bundle in retail stores nationwide next week, with a $35 eShop code included. Set to be available for the console's standard suggested retail price of $299.99, this bundle is essentially giving you $35 to spend on any game you like. We often see bundles like this come with...
News Pokémon GO's January Revenue Saw An 84% Increase Over The Same Period Last Year
$68.1 million last month
Niantic's monster-catching phenomenon, Pokémon GO, is still performing incredibly well and raking in the cash more than two and half years since initially launching. According to Sensor Tower's Store Intelligence data, the app's year-over-year revenue grew by 84% in the month of January. Last month saw players spend an...
News Ubisoft Outlines Extreme Post-Launch Plans For Trials Rising
Eat more dirt than ever before
Trials fans are in for an extremely challenging treat on 26th February when Trials Rising arrives on the Switch and multiple other platforms. To kill some time before it crash-lands, Ubisoft has shared new information about the future for the title, in the form of a post-launch plan. The idea is to release an...
News Solve Physics-Based Puzzles And Make Your Own Moldable Worlds In Claybook, On Switch Next Month
Something a little different
Independent studio Second Order, founded by former Ubisoft veterans, has announced that its colourful, clay physics-based puzzle game Claybook is headed to Nintendo Switch next month. The game has players solving "brain-bending" puzzles in a world made entirely of clay; a custom 'Clayfield' technology has been used to...
News Battlloon Is A Chaotic Party Game For Up To Four Players, And It's About To Blow Up On Switch
Launching with a bang
Battlloon is just weeks away from bursting onto the Nintendo Switch scene, setting its rubbery sights on a 28th February release date. This one has you gathering up to four friends for an almighty balloon battle (hence the Battlloon name, you see). You'll be choosing from six different characters and propelling foes into the...
Video Watch Four Minutes Of Kirby In This Extra Epic Overview Trailer
Due out this March
In case you forgot the 3DS was still being supported by Nintendo, this new Japanese trailer for Kirby's Extra Epic Yarn is here to remind you there are still games to look forward to on the smash-hit portable device. This extra epic adventure is a remake of the charming Wii game released in 2010. The latest version is essentially...
News Retro-Flavoured V.O.I.D. Side-Scrolls Onto Switch At The End Of February
With a 15% pre-order discount, if you're into that sort of thing
Nape Games and Jandusoft are prepping their action side-scroller V.O.I.D. for release later this month (the 28th, to be exact). Offering the choice between two characters, they promise different gameplay depending on your character's abilities that recalls the classic platforming...
News Image & Form Wants Fans To Create A Background NPC For SteamWorld Quest
Only one robot can win
If you love what Image & Form Games has done with the SteamWorld series over the years, you're no doubt keeping tabs on its next release, SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech. This Switch title - recently
Wednesday6th Feb 2019
News NetherRealm's Brutal Response To Fans Who Want Shaggy In Mortal Kombat 11
Fatality
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate isn't the only game which has a vocal minority of fans who like to make questionable fighter requests. If you've been keeping tabs on Mortal Kombat 11, you may or may not have heard about a fan petition asking NetherRealm Studios to add Shaggy from the Scooby-Doo animation to the game. The Mortal Kombat series'...
News Bulbasaur Funko Pop Revealed, More Pokémon Figures Coming Soon
Those eyes are interesting
Funko has revealed the latest Pokémon character to be added to the Pop Vinyl lineup, with the grass-type starter Pokémon Bulbasaur coming soon. As you can see, the figure takes on the usual, Funko Pop appearance, seemingly staring into your soul with its deep, black eyes of doom. The figure will fittingly be released on...
Unless a Direct announcement is coming?
Ubisoft has today revealed an official release date for the upcoming Assassin's Creed III remaster, noting that the game will launch on 29th March. Sadly, despite the rumours, it would appear that Switch is missing out. Towards the end of last month, we shared the news that multiple Czech retailers had...
Talking Point What Does The Nintendo Seal Of Quality Mean In 2019?
A guarantee of quality, or a relic from the past?
Picture the scene; it's the mid-'80s, the American home video game market is in the pits, and Nintendo – an upstart Japanese company that only really has Donkey Kong to its name in terms of global commercial success – is trying to sell consoles to people who still remember the video game crash of...
News Smash Bros. Piranha Plant Save File Issues Possibly Linked To Counterfeit SD Cards
The root of the problem?
Yesterday, Nintendo of America released a statement saying it was unable to confirm the new character Piranha Plant was corrupting save data in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Here's the message below: We are aware that some users are posting about possible issues with the latest Super Smash Bros. Ultimate update. After...
"We felt good about the platform"
When Civilization VI was first confirmed for Nintendo Switch last September, turn-based strategy fans were instantly excited at the prospect of taking the series on the go. As it turns out, it would appear that the game has performed very nicely indeed as a result. The game launched on the platform in November to...
Reminder Nintendo's Weird And Wonderful Switch eShop Sale Ends Tonight, Up To 66% Off
Great games at low prices
Just last week, Nintendo kicked off a "Weird and Wonderful" sale across a nice little collection of indie favourites on the Switch eShop. With prices slashed to as much as 66% off, you're sure to find a lovely bargain or two to add to your digital collection. In case you missed it, or if you'd just forgotten about it,...
News Pokémon-Inspired Monster Crown To Be Published By Soedesco, Switch Version Taking Shape
Regular updates to follow
Indie publisher Soedesco has revealed that it will be taking control of publishing duties for Monster Crown, a Pokémon-inspired monster taming game we reported on last year. If you didn't hear about this one, Monster Crown boasts many of the features you would expect to find in a Pokémon game - monster collecting, online...
Hori's latest accessory
Gaming accessory maker Hori has revealed the Fighting Stick Mini for Nintendo Switch, a portable control option that looks ideal for your classic beat 'em up needs. Said to fit comfortably in your hands, this new release scraps the standard Joy-Con and Pro Controller button layout to provide you with that authentic arcade...
News Kirby's Adventure And Super Mario Bros. 2 Join The Switch Online NES Library This Month
Platforming greatness
Nintendo has revealed the next two games being added to the Switch Online NES service on 13th February. They include Kirby's Adventure from 1993 and Super Mario Bros. 2 from 1988. Below are the descriptions of each one, direct from the official PR: Kirby’s Adventure – Using 20 unique tricks and Kirby’s ability to steal...
News Indie Developer Says Switch's HD Rumble Is "So Easy To Use", Here's How It Works
Impressive Nintendo tech at work
The HD Rumble feature is a cracking little addition to the Switch's arsenal of technical goods, taking the subtle art of vibration to whole new levels from a gaming point of view. We often see features that stray from the norm like this get completely ignored - and especially those that are unique to one console -...
News Combined Sales Of SNES Mini And NES Mini Likely To Surpass Lifetime Wii U Sales
Retro power
If you need to be reminded just how miserable lifetime Wii U hardware sales were, Niko Partners analyst Daniel Ahmad has shared a number of charts on Twitter, comparing Nintendo system sales as of 31st December 2018. Noticeably, the combined sales of the SNES Mini Classic and the NES Mini Classic are expected to surpass Wii U lifetime...
News Vivox Brings Additional Voice And Text Chat Support To Nintendo Switch
Making online communication easier
To voice chat with a friend or family member in Switch games like Splatoon 2 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, you need the assistance of a special Nintendo smartphone app. In some cases, it's more effort than it's worth. While there's no escaping this method of online communication in official titles, Vivox is now...
News Here's Your First Look At Some Lovely GRID Autosport Switch Screenshots
Pedal to the metal
GRID Autosport developer Feral Interactive has shared the first batch of screenshots for the Switch version of the game, and it's looking pretty tasty. News of this one's upcoming Switch release first broke in November last year, when Feral Interactive's managing director said that the company was "thrilled" to bring the game...
Japanese Charts Switch Hardware Sales Still Dominate But Kingdom Hearts 3 Takes Software Glory
Mario in third spot
Japanese chart figures are now in for 28th January - 3rd February, revealing that Kingdom Hearts III has managed to stay at number one for a second consecutive week. The game shifted another 91,019 units this week, keeping second place Resident Evil 2 safely behind it in the charts. Nintendo-published software titles take up the...
News Guacamelee! One-Two Punch Collection Announced As A Physical Bundle For Switch
Two games, one package
Publisher Leadman Games has revealed that a physical Guacamelee series bundle is on the way for Switch, fittingly called Guacamelee! One-Two Punch Collection. The bundle includes both Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition and Guacamelee! 2, two action-packed 2D brawlers that are a great way to spend your time. Inspired...
News Puzzle Bobble 2 Hits Switch Tomorrow Thanks To Hamster's Neo Geo Collection
"Ready? GO!"
Hamster has confirmed that the already-promised Puzzle Bobble 2 is heading to Nintendo Switch very, very soon. So soon, in fact, that you'll be able to get your hands on it tomorrow. We already gave that away in the title, didn't we? Ah well. Puzzle Bobble 2 is a tile-matching game first released by Taito in 1995. Originally appearing...
News Cinders Is A Mature Take On Classic Cinderella, And It's Enchanting Switch This Valentine's Day
Break the rules
Crunching Koalas is gearing up for its next release on Nintendo Switch with Cinders, a mature take on the classic fairytale, Cinderella. The game takes the form of a visual novel where everything centres around player choices. There are multiple endings to discover, a grand total of 120 decision points, and more than 300 available...
News QubicGames Announces Crazy 90% Discount For Escape Doodland, More Titles To Follow Suit
Bargains on the way?
Indie publisher QubicGames has temporarily placed a huge discount on its action-adventure platformer Escape Doodland, promising more, similar sales in the future. The sale takes Escape Doodland's usual $9.99 price right down to just $0.99 - if the game's premise interests you, dropping a single dollar on it seems like a...
More indie titles fight for your money
The good news is that there are no real stinkers this week, as we try to get you some of the cream of the crop, with the occasional warning to steer clear. Let’s take a look in detail. Black & White Bushido: A unique concept that provides some genuinely fun local multiplayer gameplay, Black and White...
News Grab Some Well-Rounded Spirits In The Next Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Event
All round fun
Another week, another Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spirit Board event. This time the focus is on well-rounded spirits, as can be seen above and below. It means you'll be encountering rounder than usual spirits on a regular basis and earning more Spirit Points than you normally would. The event begins later this week and runs from Friday...
Tuesday5th Feb 2019
Rumour Next DLC Fighter For Smash Bros. Ultimate Seemingly Teased By Game Supervisor
Fueling speculation
Since last December, there's been a rumour Erdrick from Square Enix's long-running and insanely popular Dragon Quest series would be added as a DLC fighter to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This character is depicted as a recurring legendary hero who wields a sword and is skilled with multiple weapons. This rumour became a little...
News No, Nintendo's German YouTube Channel Is Not Preparing For An Animal Crossing Switch Reveal
Remain calm
Over the last few hours, rumours have been circulating online suggesting that a major reveal of the new Animal Crossing game for Nintendo Switch is just around the corner. The rumours started to flow after fans discovered a collection of private Animal Crossing videos on YouTube but, sadly, this doesn't mean that a reveal is on the way...
News Here's Your First Look At Isabelle's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo Boxart
Adorable
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's promise to bring back all characters as playable fighters will extend to its amiibo figure line, making collectors all around the world both incredibly excited and terrified for the future of their bank balance in equal measure. As well as old favourites, all new additions are getting their own amiibo, too,...
News Wargroove Players Are Recreating Advance Wars And Fire Emblem Maps In-Game
Try them yourself
Wargroove has gotten off to a flying start since launch (and rightly so in our opinion) and things are only getting bigger and better as players get their heads around the game's map editor. Not content with simply messing about with the available tools, some players are going as far as recreating memorable scenes from the likes of
News Japanese Analyst Sets Record Straight About The Sales Performance Of Switch
No need to worry
Last week, Nintendo's financial report revealed the company had cut its well-documented sales target of 20 million units this fiscal year and was now striving for 17 million units instead. Investors were seemingly unhappy with this decision and company stock suffered a
Gallery These Awesome Switch Mock-Ups Can Make Your Dreams Become Reality
(At least, in image form)
Spending anything more than ten seconds looking through a Nintendo-based online community will tell you that Switch fans want pretty much every game that has ever existed on the console. Super Mario 64? Yep. Red Dead Redemption 2? Absolutely. The 2005 PS2 and Xbox title, Big Mutha Truckers 2: Truck Me Harder? Probably. If...
News Gods Remastered Is Bringing The Bitmap Brothers' Classic '90s Platformer To Switch
From SNES to Switch
Hercules is well and truly on his way to Nintendo Switch, as a remaster of the classic '90s platformer Gods is on its way to the console. Fittingly called Gods Remastered, this new release has been developed by Robot Riot Games and actually released on Steam towards the end of last year. The remaster presents the original title...
News It Looks Like SpeedRunners Is Racing Onto The Nintendo Switch
Multiplayer madness
It's hard to believe how some games get revealed nowadays. A Reddit user by the name of Patrickwaite011 recently reached out to tinyBuild Games via email asking if the publisher would be releasing SpeedRunners on the Switch anytime soon. Surprisingly, the CEO Alex Nichiporchik responded saying it would be priced at $15.00,...
News Nintendo Monitoring Smash Bros. Ultimate Save File Issues Linked To Piranha Plant
Watch out!
Yesterday, we found out the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate team silently nerfed Piranha Plant on day one because of the fighter's impressive recovery. Unfortunately, there have also been reports from players about the new character corrupting s
News Launch Weekend Sales Of Wargroove Have Already Covered Development Costs
Worth the wait
Wargroove might have suffered a slight delay at the end of last year, but it doesn't seem to have impacted the game's sales now that it is finally available. In the same blog post where a representative of Chucklefish spoke about the future of the multi-platform release, it was revealed launch weekend sales had already covered the...
News Grab Four Full Nintendo 3DS Games For Just A Handful Of My Nintendo Gold Points (Europe)
Including the lovely Bit.Trip Saga
Nintendo of Europe is hosting a rather special version of its usual My Nintendo Rewards update at present, allowing players to exchange their gold coins for full games rather than just discounts. Four titles in total are up for grabs, all for the Nintendo 3DS. On the more expensive side of the spectrum is BIT.TRIP...
News Warframe's Fortuna Expansion Arrives On Nintendo Switch Today For Free
Did someone say hoverboards?
Digital Extremes has revealed that Warframe's next large, open-world expansion, Fortuna, is coming to Nintendo Switch today. The best part? It's entirely free. Fortuna brings with it a new landscape for you to explore, with new gameplay, activities, storylines, and more. You'll find yourself dashing across frozen...
Review Gelly Break - A Unique Co-Op Platformer That Will Make Or Break Friendships
Don't be gel
When is a platformer not a platformer? When it’s a shoot-’em-up, of course. That’s the dual nature Gelly Break presents you with. A puzzle-platformer that requires you to flip between two different colours while jumping and shooting copious numbers of enemies all at once. To say it’s challenging would be an understatement, but...
Random Thieves Caught Stealing Giant Snorlax Plush On CCTV, Store Offers Reward For Its Return
No Poké Flute required
Three thieves have been caught on CCTV stealing a giant Snorlax Pokémon plush from a store in Malaysia. The store has shared the footage online in hopes of tracking the culprits down. The video, which you can see for yourself below, shows the thieves entering and leaving Black Borx, a Malaysian store which sells vending...
News Overcooked 2 Celebrates The Chinese New Year With A Free Update And Survival Mode
Seven new kitchens to burn
The most recent tease for Ghost Town Games' Overcooked 2 has now been revealed, and chefs all around the world are about to be treated to yet another tasty portion of free gaming goodness. The game has received another free update to celebrate the Chinese New Year, with new recipes, new chefs and new kitchens available...
News Indie Hit Q.U.B.E. 2 Is Heading To Switch This Month With An Exclusive Physical Release
Going physical for the first time
We're happy to exclusively reveal the news that the hit indie puzzler Q.U.B.E. 2 is making its way to Nintendo Switch in both digital and physical form later this month. Q.U.B.E. 2 is a much-loved puzzler that originally launched on PC and other consoles last year. Featuring more than 80 puzzles in total, the game...
Video View The Nitro-Fueled Gameplay In This Crash Team Racing Clip
Fast and furious
Now that we no longer have to worry about Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled for Nintendo Switch being delayed, we can simply look forward to what the game will offer when it does arrive later this year on 21st June. To create some noise about this upcoming release, the official Crash Bandicoot YouTube account has
News PSVR Air Combat Game Bow To Blood: Last Captain Standing Is Flying Onto Switch
Think Hunger Games, but in planes
Tribetoy has revealed that its action-strategy airship adventure Bow to Blood: Last Captain Standing is heading to Nintendo Switch this April. The game is a single-player action-strategy roguelike in which players must oversee a flying airship in a multi-stage competition being broadcast as a deadly reality TV...
Monday4th Feb 2019
News Piranha Plant Was Silently Nerfed In Day One Smash Ultimate Update
Spring pruning
If you've tried Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's latest character addition, Piranha Plant, you'll likely be aware that its aerial capabilities are rather strong. With two decent jumps and a really impressive recovery which sees it fly through the air, keeping Piranha Plant down and out can be a real challenge. As it turns out, the...
Review Etrian Odyssey Nexus - A Stellar Send-Off For A Beloved RPG Series
And for the 3DS itself?
Long before games existed as we know them now, ‘video games’ consisted of text-based adventures that demanded just as much imagination from the players as they did input. Dungeon crawlers were a popular genre at the time, one in which you guided a protagonist room by room through sprawling, confusing castles guided only...
My first Diablo
It’s fair to say most licensed tie-in games these days – with the exception of TT Games’ LEGO output -– tend to fall somewhere between ‘awful’ and ‘meh’. Usually developed and shipped out in double-quick time to save money and hit a theatrical release deadline, these sorry bits of software are more often than not...
News Nintendo Has "Nothing To Announce" On The Rumours Of A Switch Mini
Not happening, or a cover up?
As you may well be aware, more and more rumours and underground mumblings are starting to appear around the topic of a revised Nintendo Switch; last October, The Wall Street Journal suggested we'd have a new model by the end of 2019, and just last week, Japanese publication Nikkei also reported that a smaller, more...
Random People Are Trying To Flog Smash Ultimate Piranha Plant DLC Codes On eBay For $30
Digital scalpers?
Amazingly, multiple listings have appeared on eBay for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Piranha Plant DLC codes, with prices being set at frankly ridiculous amounts. After launching as a free character for players who had purchased the full Smash Bros. game before 31st January, Piranha Plant has now become available to purchase directly...
News Peter Molyneux Wants To Bring His Next Game To Nintendo Switch
"Nintendo... appeals to the audience that I find most fascinating"
Peter Molyneux's name may stir conflicting emotions for some players, but you can't deny the fact that he's been involved with some groundbreaking video games, including Populous, Black & White and Fable. He's currently plying his trade at 22cans, the studio he formed after...
News Get Discounts On Mario Party Games, Physical Kirby Goodies And More In North America
Zelda! Dr. Luigi! Mario Pinball!
The latest North American My Nintendo rewards have gone live, offering a nice selection of titles at discounted prices across Nintendo 3DS and Wii U. We have several Mario titles up for grabs, including two Mario Party entries, as well as Animal Crossing, Dr. Luigi (possibly building the hype for the upcoming Dr...
News id Software And Bethesda Still “Investigating” If Rage 2 Would Be Possible On Switch
Switching it up?
Last year, it was revealed DOOM Eternal – developed by id Software and published by Bethesda – would be released on the Switch in 2019. Not long after this, it was confirmed port specialist Panic Button would be handling the Nintendo release. In an interview around the same time with Variety, id Software studio director Tim...
EarthBound! Donkey Kong! Fire Emblem!
The latest batch of My Nintendo game discounts for Europe has now gone live, giving players the usual chance to grab some 3DS and Wii U games at discounted prices. There are eight games up for grabs this time around, including the fantastic Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, a spooky adventure featuring our...
News New Pokémon TCG Dex Mobile App Lets You Catalogue Your Collection And Discover New Cards
Free to download
The Pokémon Company International has released a brand new smartphone and tablet app that will no doubt be a dream come true for all budding Pokémon Trading Card Game players. Called Pokémon TCG Card Dex, the app allows you to scan in all of your Pokémon Sun & Moon series cards using your phone's camera to build up your...
News More Than 10 Million Players Attended Fortnite's In-Game Marshmello Concert, And It Was Amazing
Like, seriously
Continuing its apparent bid for world domination, Fortnite held an in-game concert this weekend featuring real-life music producer and DJ, Marshmello, reportedly seeing over 10 million players watching, interacting, and performing their favourite emotes in real time. If at least 50% of that sentence went over your head, you're not...
News Microsoft Eager To Expand Xbox Live Cross-Platform Gaming On Switch
Beyond Minecraft
The upcoming schedule for this year’s Game Developers Conference – taking place between the 18th and 22nd of March – has revealed how Microsoft will be discussing its plans to expand Xbox Live support to Android, iOS and the Nintendo Switch. It wants cross-platform play to go beyond the insanely popular crafting-survival game...
News Bee Simulator Is Buzzing Its Way To A Physical Release On Switch In 2019
This'll keep you busy
Varsav Game Studios, the developer of the upcoming Bee Simulator, has announced a publishing partnership with Bigben Interactive which will see the game launch physically on Switch "at the end of 2019". If you've missed the news on this one in the past, Bee Simulator has you seeing the world through the eyes of a honey bee...
News God Eater Developers Discuss Possibility Of Third Game Coming To Switch
Show your support
The Marvelous developed action RPG God Eater 3 was released in Japan at the end of last year on PlayStation 4 and PC. Since then, fans of the Bandai Namco published series have been wondering if the latest title will be making the Switch anytime soon, as past entries have been closely associated with portable devices. During an...
News Wargroove's First Patch Has Been Submitted For Approval, Dev Asks For Your Feedback
DLC in the works
Wargroove developer Chucklefish has shared a blog post to give fans a quick update about the game's future, revealing that its first patch has already been submitted for approval and outlining several other possibilities. This first patch brings with it "a number of bug fixes and other small improvements" that weren’t able to be...
UK Charts Nintendo's Evergreen Titles Cling On To Top Ten As Kingdom Hearts 3 Wins Out
Business as usual
UK chart data is now in for the week ending 2nd February, with Nintendo's biggest and brightest games still clinging on to the top ten alongside continued hardware sale success. Three Nintendo exclusives are sitting in the top ten this time around, keeping a firm grip on their mid-table positions for yet another week; the Switch's...
Video Digital Foundry's Four-Game Switch Analysis
Testing performance
There's been an overflow of games released on the Switch over the past few months. As a result, Digital Foundry has decided to assess four recent arrivals in a single video. These titles include Firewatch, Octahedron, Travis Strikes Again and
News Kairosoft Brings Pocket Academy To Switch eShop On 7th February
Bite-sized simulation
Kairosoft's games library on the Switch eShop continues to grow. The next bite-sized but highly addictive management simulation is about operating your very own academy. It will arrive on 7th February in both North America and Europe and will set you back $12.00 / £8.99. In Pocket Academy, you'll have to set up classrooms,...
News Captain StarONE Brings "Unique" Strategy Gameplay To Switch This Week
Blending action and 'inaction'
Flyhigh Works has revealed that its next game on Switch, Captain StarONE, will be bringing its strategy-based gameplay to the console very soon indeed. So soon, in fact, you'll be able to pick it up later this week. Described as "a unique game blending action and ‘inaction’", Captain StarONE has you setting your...
Sunday3rd Feb 2019
News Import Copies Of Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster Include Two Game Cards
One game per card
Earlier this week, we got a look at the updated European box art for the physical copy of the Final Fantasy X | X-2 HD Remaster coming to Switch this April. The overly large download warning completely ruined the artistic beauty of this cover art. If you've now decided to import a physical copy of the game to avoid this ugly box...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's Balance Isn't A Concern For Masahiro Sakurai
It’s doing just fine according to battle data
Competitive games can be an absolute nightmare to balance due to a number of different factors in play. In the case of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, you would think it would be near impossible to keep each fight fair when there are now 75 playable characters. Apparently, though, each of the fighters in...
Rumour Hi-Rez Fantasy Game Realm Royale Is Switch-Bound According To Latest Datamine
Following in the footsteps of Paladins and SMITE
For the third time now, it looks dataminers have uncovered Hi-Rez’s next project for the Nintendo Switch. These latest findings suggest the free-to-play multiplayer fantasy title Realm Royale is Switch-bound. The following line “Merge Nintendo crown” was found within the latest datamine,...
News Wargroove Will Receive Regular Updates, Free Content And DLC
Chucklefish commits
To celebrate the release of Wargroove this week, the team at Chucklefish held a Reddit AMA. One of the most commonly asked questions was if the game would receive post-release support. The good news is the team are “definitely interested” in supporting Wargroove with ongoing updates in the future, but wanted to first take in...
Feature Nintendo Life eShop Selects - January 2019
January's best Switch eShop games!
And just like that, the first month of 2019 has already whizzed by. It might be a traditionally quiet month, but this January still packed quite the punch on the Switch's eShop with some truly great picks to choose from. These awards aim to celebrate the best of Nintendo's digital store, giving some love and...
Saturday2nd Feb 2019
News Nintendo Readying One Unannounced Switch Title “Fans Would Be Delighted To Know" About
What could it be?
According to Wall Street Journal's Takashi Mochizuki, who is based in Tokyo, Nintendo has “at least one unannounced title for Switch” planned for the next fiscal year, starting in April. Apparently, it’s one "fans would be delighted to know" about. Below is the translated tweet: “Nintendo said it is preparing at least...
News Pokémon Sales Slump To All-Time Low In Japan, Despite Strong Worldwide Performance Of Let's Go
Gotta sell some more
Nintendo’s latest financial data has revealed Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let’s Go, Eevee! has now shifted around 10 million units worldwide. This places these latest entries in the series as the fifth best-selling games on the Nintendo Switch. It's quite an achievement. As rosy as it might sound for the new Pokémon...
News Multiple Retailers Reconfirm Crash Team Racing Release Date For Nintendo Switch
Start your engines this June
In December last year, concerns were raised when multiple retailers removed pre-order options for the Switch version of Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled – with some even going as far as cancelling customer pre-orders. Soon after this, it was discovered the game’s official website was displaying a ‘Coming Soon’...
Review Thea: The Awakening - A Flawed World-Builder Which Tries To Do Too Many Things At Once
Diet Civ
Games developers love a bit of survivalism. We’ve helped solo protagonists endure dangerous asylums. We’ve guided grizzled duos through zombie apocalypses. We’ve even kept entire households alive in more pedestrian fashion. But Thea: The Awakening takes a very different approach to the whole concept, casting you as a god who must...
News Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth On 3DS Won’t Include English Voice Work
Japanese voice track, English subtitles
After being rated by the Australian Classification Board last month, it was yesterday confirmed Persona Q2: New Cinema Labyrinth would be released on the 3DS in both North America and Europe later this year. If you want to find out more information about this title, check out the
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Surpasses Five Million Sales In The US
Smashing stuff
If you hadn’t heard, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is already the third best-selling Switch game as of 31st December 2018. It managed to shift 12.08 million copies worldwide in a single month, placing it right underneath Super Mario Odyssey on 13.76 million
Random Sonic Team Composer Gets Masahiro Sakurai To Sign His Copy Of Smash Bros. Ultimate
What a nice guy
Masahiro Sakurai - the creator of the Super Smash Bros. series - isn’t only idolised by fans of his games, there are also people within the video game industry who consider him to be a living legend. One of these individuals is Sonic Team composer Tomoya Ohtani, who provided some remixed tunes for Sakurai's latest release on...
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (February 2nd)
Here are our picks, but what are yours?
Once again, we've successfully made it all the way through the week to the glorious weekend. As is tradition, Team Nintendo Life has gathered together to talk about our weekend plans, this time featuring friendly tournaments, dungeon-crawling, TATE mode goodness, and planty fighting machines. Feel free to give...
Friday1st Feb 2019
News Nintendo's Stance On Directs Hasn't Changed Despite Gap Between Presentations
It'll happen when it's ready
Nintendo fans are hungry for a Nintendo Direct right now. You know that, we know that, and we're pretty sure Nintendo knows that, but there's still no sign of a presentation in our near future. So what's going on? The last Direct presentation we received was on the 1st November - a special Direct which was the last one...
Talking Point What Do You Want From A Switch Mini?
No dock? Fused controllers? Or something different?
Earlier today, we reported on a rumour from Japanese outlet Nikkei that suggests what many of us have been expecting for quite some time now: Nintendo is working on a smaller, cheaper Switch console and it may even be coming early this year. This isn't exactly groundbreaking news; Nintendo has a...
Review Tangledeep - A Challenging Roguelike That's Best Appreciated By Grizzled Genre Veterans
Tangle tamer
On the surface, Tangledeep might seem like yet another very generic addition to Nintendo Switch’s vast eShop offerings. 16-bit graphics? Check. Turn-based combat? Check. A vast RPG-driven world to explore? Check. Myriad subsystems and mini-games scattered throughout? Check, check and check. But Impact Gameworks' pixel art adventure is...
Review Unruly Heroes - If You Loved Rayman Origins, You'll Love This
Born to be wild
Ubisoft made big waves in the industry when it released Rayman Origins, a triumphant return to the company mascot’s 2D platforming roots. Blending goofy humour with thrilling platforming sequences, it captured the hearts of millions, but perhaps the most stunning aspect of the release was the flash new engine that it ran on. UbiArt...
News Piranha Plant Is Now Available To Purchase As Paid-For Smash Ultimate DLC
In case you missed it
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate's latest star, Piranha Plant, is now available for all players as paid-for DLC on the Nintendo Switch eShop. As you'll no doubt be aware, Piranha Plant joined Smash's roster earlier this week for all players who had purchased the game and registered it to
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For February And March 2019
Get your cash ready
Can you believe it's February already? 2018 was an amazing year for the Nintendo Switch with the console enjoying bumper sales at Christmas, and January got off to a strong start with the delightful New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe and Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes leading the charge. So what's next for Switch? We've...
Competition Celebrate The Launch Of Wargroove And Win Yourself A Nintendo Switch
A bundle of Wargroove merchandise is up for grabs too
To celebrate the launch of the excellent turn-based strategy game Wargroove on Nintendo Switch our friends at Chucklefish have teamed up with us to give away a Nintendo Switch, along with a bunch of Wargroove goodies. To be in with a chance of winning, we'd like you to get creative and create an...
Rumour Nikkei Suggests Smaller And More Affordable Switch Hardware Is On The Way
As early as this year
Last October, The Wall Street Journal reported the Nintendo Switch would be receiving a makeover towards the end of 2019. The report said the new system would be “brighter, thinner and more energy-efficient” and was likely to include an improved LCD display. It wasn’t exactly a surprise, as Nintendo has been known to...
News Nintendo's Mobile RPG Dragalia Lost Is Finally Being Released In The UK, Canada And Australia
It's been 3,000 years...
Smartphone game Dragalia Lost is scheduled for a release in the UK, Canada, and Australia, Nintendo has confirmed. Dragalia Lost initially launched on 27th September 2018, but was restricted to just the US, Japan, Macau, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Fans from other regions have been hoping for a release for some time, so we're...
News Side With Pancakes Or Waffles In The Upcoming Splatoon 2 Splatfest
A breakfast battle for the ages
Following the arrival of version 4.4.0 in Splatoon 2 earlier this week, which gave Kelp Dome a slight makeover and made multiple adjustments to the weapons, gear and modes in the game, Nintendo has now revealed the next Splatfest. Players in both North America and Europe will be required to side with team pancakes or...
News Super Nintendo World Will Be Ready In Time For The 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Animated movie targeting a 2022 release
Nintendo has big plans to expand its business with theme parks and lots of them. Transforming the brand into an experience won't just be happening in a single country, though - it'll be occurring in different places all over the world. In regards to the Super Nintendo World planned for Universal Studios in...
News Dr. Mario World Announced For Mobile Devices, Targeting An Early Summer 2019 Global Release
The doctor is in!
Nintendo might have delayed the release of Mario Kart Tour until summer 2019, but to make up for it, it has now revealed a classic series dating back to the NES era is targeting a global release on iOS and Android devices around the same time. If you haven't caught the Dr. Mario puzzle bug before, you might have a real chance this...
News Nintendo Sees Stock Fall By 9% After Cutting Its 20 Million Switch Sales Target
Ouch
Yesterday, Nintendo shared financial data, sales figures and more from its Nine Months Earnings Release, revealing that it has slashed its bold 20 million Switch hardware sales target for the financial year. As is becoming a somewhat usual occurrence, the company's stock has fallen by a dramatic amount as a result, with investors seemingly...
Video Messing Around With Piranha Plant In Smash Bros. Ultimate, For Science
#plantgang
Piranha Plant has arrived in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and it's utterly, undeniably, unashamedly glorious. Yep, earlier this week, Piranha Plant joined the Smash Bros. roster as the first DLC character released for the Switch's biggest fightathon. The release has been an interesting one; the arrival has generated a heartwarming amount...
News Smartphone First-Person Shooter Modern Combat Blackout Is Firing Onto Nintendo Switch
In a Switch exclusive version
Gameloft has revealed that it will be bringing its hugely popular smartphone FPS series, Modern Combat, to Nintendo's hybrid console, with Modern Combat Blackout serving as a Switch exclusive. The game is based on Modern Combat 5: Blackout, a game which launched across iOS, Android and Windows 10 in 2014 and went on to...
News Nintendo Tokyo Store Opening This Fall
Expanding business
During Nintendo's latest Corporate Management Briefing, the President of the company Shuntaro Furukawa announced Nintendo would be opening a store in Tokyo this fall. Despite being the homeland of the company, Nintendo Tokyo will unbelievably be the first official Nintendo shop in Japan. It aims to be accessible to a wide range...
News Pokémon GO Update Makes Raid Bosses Harder To Beat, New Sinnoh Pokémon Now Available
We hope you have a Sinnoh Stone or five
New Sinnoh Pokémon and a variety have updates have been introduced to Pokémon GO, allowing players to snag more monsters for their collection and changing up battles in a number of ways. Many of the new Pokémon added to the game are evolutions which require the Sinnoh Stone, an item which isn't the easiest...
News More Than 8 Million Accounts Are Subscribed To Nintendo Switch Online
Including Family accounts
Nintendo has finally provided figures relating to its Nintendo Switch Online service, revealing that more than eight million users have signed up since launch. The news comes from a corporate management policy briefing held today by company president, Shuntaro Furukawa. He states that the total number of subscribers -...
News Retro Action-Platformer Ghoulboy - Dark Sword Of Goblin Lands On Switch This Month
Bosses, chiptune, the works
The retro-inspired action platformer Ghoulboy - Dark Sword of Goblin is planning a nostalgic trip to the Nintendo Switch later this month, it has been confirmed. Said to combine elements from the action-RPG genre with hack 'n' slash style gameplay, Ghoulboy features all the heroic characters, gloomy environments, and...
Video 7 Things You May Not Know About Wargroove On Switch
Groovy
Chucklefish's Wargroove arrives on Switch today, and boy was it worth the wait. Dubbed the spiritual successor to Intelligent System's Advance Wars series – with a spot of Fire Emblem thrown in for good measure – we awarded it a thoroughly-deserved 9/10 rating in our review. If that glowing critical appraisal still wasn't enough to...
Feature What The Creator of Ecco The Dolphin Did Next
"It is still 'us', the original Ecco the Dolphin team!"
Ed Annunziata's career spans all the way back to the early '90s, and includes titles such as Spider-Man, Chakan: The Forever Man, Cyborg Justice and Kolibri, all games that appeared on Sega hardware. However, his name is most closely associated with the groundbreaking Ecco the Dolphin, a 1992...
News Knife Fighter Kano Returns To Mortal Kombat 11
That’s not a knife... that’s a knife
In January, NetherRealm Studios held an event showcasing the gameplay of Mortal Kombat 11 for the very first time. During this, it was revealed a special Kombat Kast would take place on 30th January, sharing more information about the characters and content coming to the game. Unfortunately, due to wild...
News Devolver Digital's Ultra-Violent Ape Out Has Been Slightly Delayed
Anger intensifies
One of the most intriguing games on the Switch's release schedule horizon is Ape Out, an ultra-violent smash 'em up that was originally planned to release next week. Sadly, the game has been delayed slightly, pushing its launch date back to 28th February. The game is a wild mash-up of striking colours, frantic jazz music and...
News Sega Shares Behind-The-Scenes Look At The Making Of Team Sonic Racing's Soundtrack
Pedal to the metal
Continuing the recent trend of musical love, Sega has shared a new video today giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Team Sonic Racing's soundtrack. The video features Sonic Team Sound Director Jun Senoue on guitar, Act. on drums, and Takeshi Taneda on bass, all jamming along to songs from the game during the...
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