Tag: Guides - Page 44
Guide How to Locate Any PokéStop or Gym in Pokémon GO
One simple site
Pokémon GO has had a veritable smorgasbord of apps and websites dedicated to providing additional information for the budding Pokémaniac, sometimes not always for wholly positive reasons in the eyes on Niantic. Thankfully the site featured in the video above is built with the best intentions of providing users with a conclusive...
Guide Meching Sweet Chaos In Metroid Prime: Federation Force
The Bermuda System Campaign Field Manual
Look at you, fresh from boot camp standing tall and proud beside your shiny Project Golem Mech. Don't think this campaign will be a walk in the park; whether you fight alone or in a squad, the Bermuda System will be far from stable until we are done here cleaning up every single speck of Space Pirate scum...
Guide Where To Buy The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition In The USA
Day one purchase?
Prepare to relive your mis-spent youth with The Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition, which comes pre-loaded with 30 of the most popular NES classics. We've already told UK-based readers where to preorder their console, and now it's the turn of our lovely US community. The NES Classic arrives on 11th November and...
Guide How to Have Your Pokémon Gyms and Keep Them in Pokémon GO
Trust your instincts
Pokémon GO allows you to become a gym leader which is pretty darned lovely, but you may find that all too often your power is usurped by a plucky Youngster called Joey and his top-tier Rattata. Curses! <related tags="Pokemon Go, Guides">Are you finding this guide useful? Let us know with a comment, and don't forget to...
Guide Building The Perfect Team In Pokémon GO
The best monsters rated by attack, defense and stamina
If you've spent the past few weeks catching Pokémon, grabbing items and evolving your brood in Pokémon GO, then you'll no doubt be keen to fine-tune your team in order to take down some local gyms. That means building the perfect fighting unit of monsters with a mixture of high attack (or CP)...
Random Take This Pokémon GO Safety Tips Guide with a Pinch of Salt
Seriousness aside
Pokémon GO has been supposedly linked to various accidents since its inception, and we at Nintendo Life aren't ones to sit around and let this sort of thing carry on. As such, please find below our guide on how to stay safe when playing the game, right down to the appropriately comfy and easy to wear attire. We're serious.
Guide How To Gain XP Fast In Pokémon GO
All those Pidgey, Weedle and Caterpies are useful after all
While some might assume that capturing Pokémon is the ultimate objective in Pokémon GO, what you really need to focus on in the beginning is levelling up your trainer as fast as possible. Not only do you need to be a level 5 trainer to gain access to gyms, the level of your avatar...
Guide How To Use Niantic's Ingress App To Discover Rare Pokémon In Pokémon GO
Better connected
Pokémon GO is proving to be quite popular in the world of smartphone gaming, and with good reason - it successfully combines location-based gaming with the thrill of hunting those iconic 'mon. However, the title hasn't become a global smash hit without having a solid foundation, and Pokémon GO owes a massive debt to fellow...
Guide Making the Meowst of Palicoes and Prowler Mode in Monster Hunter Generations
You can never have too many cats
Not only do cat puns abound in Monster Hunter Generations, but your furry friends are also bounding around the field. Palicoes - as they are called - are your friendly Felyne companions on your quest to hunt giant monsters, gather rare items and level up your battle-scarred Hunters. In this guide we provide key...
Guide How To Hatch Eggs In Pokémon GO Without Taking A Single Step
You spin me round (like a record)
Hatching eggs in Pokémon GO is definitely something you'll want to do on a regular basis. Not only does it give you additional 'mon for your collection, it's the only way to bag some of the rarer beasts. The big problem? You actually have to walk around for the eggs to incubate. The distances involved vary, but as...
Guide Pokémon GO Monster Types And Where To Find Them
Trying to find your favourite? We're here to help
So you've been playing Pokémon GO for a few days and have built up a pretty impressive menagerie of 'mon, but there are still a few firm favourites you've not stumbled across yet. If you're wondering how to nab these elusive beasts, then we're here to help. Pokémon each have an elemental affinity,...
Guide Where To Buy The Nintendo NES Classic Mini In The UK
£49.99 RRP
It's fair to say that the reveal of the Nintendo Classic Mini (NES Classic Edition) took the interwebz by storm yesterday. We had a flood of emails and social media comments asking where you can preorder one, so here we go. It only appears to be available for preorder in the UK at the moment, the rest of the world will follow soon we are...
Guide Advanced Pokémon GO Capture Tips And How To Get Better Pokéballs
All you need to know about bagging those pesky 'mon
If you've already read and digested our handy starter's guide to Pokémon GO then you'll no doubt be ready for some more advanced tips and tricks. We're now going to take an in-depth look into how to actually catch monsters, how to bag the rarer ones and what you have you have to do to get your...
Guide How to Be a Champion in Pokémon GO's Gym Battles
Gotta smash 'em all!
Pokémon GO doesn't have a battle system that's as intricate as its main series counterparts, but that doesn't mean that there's not more than meets the eye in these gym-centric Poké-scuffles. <related tags="Pokemon Go, Guides">Are you finding this guide useful? Let us know with a comment, and don't forget to check out...
Video This Secret Pikachu in Pokémon GO Completely Passed Us By
Detecting Pikachu
Pokémon GO is still about as fresh as it can be, and yet people are already starting to uncover its inner secrets. A hidden Pikachu that's available right from the very start can be chosen instead of the usual starters if you're not afraid of a little walking. Check out the video below where we show you exactly how to get your...
Guide New To Pokémon GO? Check Out Our Handy Starter's Guide
Catching, training and hatching - it's all here
Pokémon GO is experiencing a staggered release across the globe, and many people are now hunting Pokémon all around their homes and nearby areas. If you want to get off to the best start then we're here to help - we've compiled a handy starter guide for all budding 'mon catchers. Starting Out When...
Guide Here's How To Get Pokémon GO On iPhone And Android
Super effective!
Pokémon GO has just gone live in Australia and Japan, but for the rest of the world, you can't access the app unless you're willing to jump through a few hoops. [Update: it's now also available in the US] Thankfully, we're here to make that process a little easier. Here's how you can get Pokémon GO on your iOS or Android device...
Guide A Nintendo Fan's Breakdown of E3 2016's Press Conferences and Events
Legend of Zelda and Pokemon lead the way for Nintendo
E3 is less than two weeks away at the time of writing, which makes this a time of great hype and excitement, despite the fact Nintendo is taking a somewhat minimalist approach this year - The Legend of Zelda on Wii U will be the only playable game at its booth. There'll be two days of streamed...
Guide Which Version Of Fire Emblem Fates Should You Buy?
Claim your birthright or start a conquest? You decide
Fire Emblem Fates is out in Europe today, but picking up a copy isn't as simple a purchasing decision as it was with the previous outing, Fire Emblem: Awakening. While that only had one version, Fates is divided into two retail packages with a third chapter coming on June 9th. Choosing which...
Guide What's New And Different In Fire Emblem Fates?
The game finally hits Europe this week, but what's all the fuss about?
After what seems like an eternity, European players will finally get the chance to play Fire Emblem Fates this week. Intelligent Systems' latest turn-based tactical triumph launched in North America back in February, and we awarded it a glowing 9 out of 10 in our review. However,...
Guide Advanced Tactics For Star Fox Guard
Plus info on all of the unlockable extra missions
So you've taken out a few bots and think you're a pro in Star Fox Guard? Perhaps you're ready for our advanced tips, which should hopefully give you the inside knowledge you need to take your game to the next level. We've also included info on the extra missions hidden away within the title. Enjoy!...
Guide Knowing Your Enemy In Star Fox Guard
Fighting foes and besting bosses
We don't know why or from where these bots are all coming from, but we will not let our guard down, no matter how many they send our way. This handy section of our Star Fox Guard guide will tell you how to handle each of the two types of bots. We've broken it down to their model name, HP rating, Speed rating, Threat...
Guide Getting Started With Star Fox Guard
Say hello to your weapons and bases
You might have heard there's a system-wide war going on. You wisely chose to stay at home, juggling remote cameras on distant worlds protecting President Grippy Toad's precious mineral deposits from the onslaught of robotic invaders. But if you think this job is easier than what those fly-boys strapped on their...
Guide Tackling the Bosses in Star Fox Zero
Open the wings!
With Star Fox Zero now in stores, you all have the chance to enjoy it for yourselves - we think it's a gem, but ultimately the Wii U audience will decide. In order to help you with the game - should you want assistance - we've already shared a getting started guide and details on how to unlock all the stages. We're wrapping up our...
Guide Unlocking Every Stage in Star Fox Zero
We're not leaving Peppy behind
In many respects Star Fox Zero is a loving tribute and reimagination of Star Fox 64, yet it takes a different approach to unlocking stages. It starts off relatively linear, in a first run-through of the story, and then it's time to play through once again. As you unlock new transformations and vehicles new options...
Guide Getting Started With Star Fox Zero and Mastering the Controls
We also look at the basics of amiibo and co-op
Star Fox Zero is landing on the eShop and in stores, bringing us the first full entry in the series in a number of years. We were big fans in our review, yet the game has been divisive, in part because of its GamePad-centric controls - for our money we think the time required to master the game's...
Guide Nintendo Switch Release Date, Rumours, Tech Details, Games And More
The console formerly known as NX
Nintendo Switch has finally been revealed, but to get to this point we've had to endure over a year of constant speculation, rumours, leaks and a lot more besides. This guide was written prior to the Switch preview and we've decided to preserve it in order to show the crazy rollercoaster ride everyone has been...
Guide Getting Started With My Nintendo
Making the most of early days with the Club Nintendo replacement
It's been a busy day for Nintendo, as it rolled out both My Nintendo and Miitomo across various countries in the West. We sense that it's the former that excites people the most, as it replaces the much loved and long lost Club Nintendo loyalty programme. We've published quite a lot...
Guide Which Nintendo 3DS or 2DS System Should I Buy?
There's life in the old dog yet
Though we have a new generation of Nintendo hardware set to be revealed this year, there's life yet in the current generation. With the 3DS family of systems celebrating its fifth year anniversary in the West, it's worth taking the time to consider how much it still has to offer. With the range of portables...
Guide Here's How To Get Miitomo Early On iOS And Android
Fun with the Japanese release
Miitomo is out in Japan, and the surprising thing is that despite the regional exclusivity, it's possible to play the "game" entirely in English. Doing so requires a bit of additional legwork and (please read this disclaimer twice or maybe even three times) you won't be able to use your Nintendo Account unless you...
Guide Setup and Key Facts for Nintendo Account and Miitomo Preregistration
Easy as 1, 2, 3...
Nintendo has opened registration for Nintendo Accounts in a whole range of countries, having initially launched them in Japan in late 2015. At the same time those that have a Nintendo Account - and are in one of 16 applicable countries - can preregister for Miitomo, the fir
Video How to Get a Skell in Xenoblade Chronicles X, Including Locations of Rare Items
Alex shows the way
We love Xenoblade Chronicles X, yet we're aware that it has a few negatives. The text and user interface could be better, and there are some difficulty spikes and awkward collectathons. The latter is particularly prominent when trying to secure your Skell licence, which you predictably need to get your own cool mech. For those of...
Guide Learning How to Survive the Hostile World of Minecraft
It's dangerous to go alone
Though many are already veterans of Minecraft, some of you may be experiencing the open world sandbox game for the first time. Once you get the hang of things the mechanics seem pretty straightforward, but it can be a bit overwhelming when you're just getting your feet wet. As a result we've put together a list of...
Guide The Best Nintendo Gifts For The Holiday Season (US Edition)
Some last minute treats
It's that time of year when we look forward to the Holidays on the one hand, and suffer sweaty brows on the other as we fret over late gift purchases. What to get your Nintendo-obsessed loved one this festive season? What gift will be good enough? Well, don't fret, we've looked around the web to find a range of gifts that...
Guide Here's How To Make That Xenoblade Chronicles X USB Drive More Useful
Hack the planet
The North American collector's edition of Xenoblade Chronicles X comes with a USB drive containing 10 tracks from the game itself. It's a neat little extra, but largely useless once you've listened to the music - which is why Nintendo Life reader Ben "mikey64" Barger has come up with this handy little hack which allows you to turn it...
Guide The Best Nintendo Gifts For The Holiday Season (UK Edition)
Tis the season to be generous
It's that time of year when we look forward to the Holidays on the one hand, and suffer sweaty brows on the other as we fret over late gift purchases. What to get your Nintendo-obsessed loved one this festive season? What gift will be good enough? Well, don't fret, we've looked around the web to find a range of gifts...
Guide Getting Started With Xenoblade Chronicles X on Wii U
It's a big world out there
Xenoblade Chronicles X is out now in North America and Europe, which is certainly something to celebrate for Wii U owners that enjoy immersive, challenging RPG experiences. We've already shared our view that it's a fantastic game in our review - in that article we describe various key gameplay mechanics, so give that a...
Guide The Best Nintendo Black Friday 2015 Deals in the UK
We've got you covered
Last week we shared some of the best Black Friday deals coming to the US in 27th November; it's quite an event Stateside with promotional leaflets leaked and released well ahead of time. It's rather different in the UK as deals are revealed somewhat later and closer to the day itself. With the shopping occasion rapidly...
Guide The Best Nintendo Black Friday 2015 Deals in the US
All the big Wii U and 3DS discounts
Black Friday shopping season is on the way and, as the mighty Mr Burns once said, it's time to deploy the cow catcher and consider your crowd management tactics. It could get a bit crazy. With the festivities officially falling on 27th November - though some offers will be available beforehand - it's worth...
Guide Unlocking Building Items And More In Super Mario Maker v1.01
For the impatient Mario makers among us
If you're anything like us you'll be itching to unlock all the goodies in Super Mario Maker so you can begin to create amazing levels of your own. Following our recent guide to become an expert Super Mario Maker level designer, we thought newcomers to the game might appreciate a guide on unlocking all these...
Guide 8 Tips to Become an Expert Level Designer in Super Mario Maker
Miyamoto. Tezuka. YOU.
With Super Mario Maker now available, there are bound to be many aspiring level designers looking for tips to help them advance their skills. If that sounds like it pertains to you, don't worry – we're here to help. After spending the better part of a month diving deep into the seemingly endless possibilities to be explored...
Guide 9 Tips for Playing Runbow
Get up and running
Runbow is finally out in both North America and Europe. But did you know that to Runbow properly you need to follow a series of steps? It is scientifically proven by a group of proven scientists that running is more difficult than walking. Write that down as a fact! Luckily for you we have come up with the perfect guide; no no,...
Guide How to Get the Most Out of Super Smash Bros. Tourneys
The good, the bad and the fun
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U now has online Tourneys. Ever since the feature was announced during the '50 things' Nintendo Direct prior to the game's release, it's had some fans dreaming of competitive online battles. Now that the feature is here we can see whether it delivers on that promise; as with so many things,...
Guide How to Get Involved in Splatoon's First Splatfest
Ink-capable of resisting
After a short delay, Splatoon's fabled Splatfest event is arriving in the West this weekend beginning on the 4th July. If you're in North America the theme is Cats vs. Dogs, and if you're in Europe the choices are more musically orientated: Rock vs. Pop. We'll be taking part alongside our chosen teammates, but just in case...
Guide Here Are the Live Nintendo-Related Streams We'll Share Today
Includes the "Nintendo Power Half-Hour"
E3's doors technically open on 16th June, but the event itself is well underway. Nintendo's already played a notable part with the Nintendo World Championships 2015, an event which showed fantastic footage of Super Mario Maker and even revealed the Metroid-style
Guide Use these Splatoon Tricks & Advanced Techniques to Improve your Inking
Think ink
Splatoon has been out for nearly a week and already people have been looking at the inner workings of the game's intricacies in order to give them an edge when it comes to the crunch. We're nothing if not diligent and have compiled a good number of tips that can help give you the upper hand online. This is by no means a complete guide,...
Guide Tips On How To Become A Squid Hotshot In Splatoon
Get inked
Today marks the launch of Splatoon, Nintendo's infectious take on the traditional team-based online shooter. While this ink-splattered offering is far more friendly and accessible than your typical web-based blaster, there are still a few key points you might want to keep in mind before dashing - or should that be swimming? - headlong into...
Feature A Nintendo Fan's Guide to E3 2015
Plenty to see
The madness is on the way, with Los Angeles all set to host hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees for E3 2015. While technically an expo like any other, it has become far more than that for game companies and their fans. It's a major centrepiece of any gaming year, and an opportunity for major publishers and developers to...
Guide Improve Your Wii U's External Hard Drive Performance By Disabling Sleep Mode
Banishes choppiness and pauses to The Land of Wind and Ghosts
Those of you who use an external USB HDD with your Wii U may have noticed that during gameplay the drive goes to sleep when it's not be accessed by the console. While this is good for keeping energy consumption down - something Nintendo has traditionally been quite keen on - it can lead...
Guide Everything We Know So Far About Nintendo's Deal With DeNA, Smart Device Plans and More
We break down the major details and questions
Nintendo has caused surprise and plenty of debate today by announcing a new deal with DeNA, which will focus on a variety of areas. We'll see Nintendo IP on smart devices, a Club Nintendo successor, and Satoru Iwata also re-affirmed Nintendo's focus on its own ga
