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Double Dragon IV coming to Switch tomorrow

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Jason Nason

Arc System Works Co., Ltd. announced today that Double Dragon IV, the latest installment in the classic beat’em up series, is coming soon to the Nintendo Switch. Best of all the game will hit the eShop tomorrow. Key team members involved in the 1987 arcade version including Original Planner, Yoshihisa Kishimoto, Designer, Koji Ogata, and Composer, Kazunaka Yamane, have teamed up to recreate the next chapter in the Double Dragon saga. Billy and Jimmy Lee are back and they’ve brought the 80’s with them. Except this time, the battlefield has moved to Japan! The game will feature a story mode,

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Nintendo discontinuing support for SplatNet

Posted on September 3, 2017 by Jason Nason

After the announcement last week that Nintendo was shutting down Miiverse, the company quietly announced that they are also discontinuing support for SplatNet. SplatNet is an online service where you can check current and upcoming battle stages in Splatoon, check your current equipment and stats, see where you rank among your friends, as well as tweet out battle plans. As of September 30th the service will end. There won’t be any change to the Splatoon game itself however. This also doesn’t affect the Nintendo Switch Splatoon 2 which doesn’t make use of SplatNet but instead uses SplatNet 2 in the

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August 31st Nintendo Download

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Jason Nason

LEGO Worlds – The LEGO Worlds game is a galaxy of imaginative Worlds made entirely of LEGO bricks that lets players explore, discover and create together. Starter Worlds help players master the skills and tools they’ll need to unlock their true creative potential and explore myriad Worlds. LEGO Worlds will be available on Sept. 5 Also New this Week League of Evil (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch) R.B.I. Baseball 17 (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch) – Available Sept. 5 Azure Striker GUNVOLT: STRIKER PACK (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch) ACA NEOGEO ZED BLADE (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch)

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Travis Touchdown Returns In No More Heroes: Travis Strikes Again For Nintendo Switch

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Rae Michelle Richards

Otaku stereotype and laser sword enthusiast, Travis Touchdown, returns to a Nintendo console with the reveal of No More Heroes: Travis Strikes Again for the Nintendo Switch due out in 2018. In the self-aware and stylish in-engine trailer – Travis gives the viewer a basic rundown of his world. As the worlds top assassin Travis loves a few things in life: namely gaming, killing, and anime. When antagonist The Bat comes to collect on al old debt Travis is sucked into “the phantom game console” towards the climax of the brief video. All of this is an allusion to an

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Nintendo shutting down Miiverse in November

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Jason Nason

Nintendo announced today that as of 10:00 pm PST on November 7th, the Miiverse service will be discontinued. At that time gamers will no longer be able to access Miiverse from the Wii U console, Nintendo 3DS, or from an internet browser on PCs or smart devices. All Miiverse services will become unavailable, such as viewing or making posts, and messaging with friends. For a limited time, however, you’ll be able to request a download of all the posts you’ve made up to the day of the closure. To find out more about this service or to make a download

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Nintendo of Canada coming to Fan Expo Toronto this weekend

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Jason Nason

Nintendo of Canada will be at Fan Expo Toronto this weekend, which takes place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from August 31st – September 3rd. The big N has a lot of activities lined up for people of all ages. Super Mario Odyssey game will be playable and there will be giveaways, while quantities last. Plus people who pre-order Super Mario Odyssey game at the EB Games booth while at Fan Expo will receive a special edition Super Mario Odyssey poster as a gift with purchase (while supplies last). There will be a playable demo of the game at

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Nintendo announces Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon Dual Pack

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Jason Nason

During the GameStop Expo in Las Vegas, Nintendo announced a dual pack of the Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon games for the Nintendo 3DS. The Dual Pack will be available this fall in the Americas. “The incredible fans of the Fire Emblem and Pokémon franchises not only love the games themselves, but also the features behind the games,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “These special versions are great options for dedicated fans who want to enjoy all facets of their favorite series, from amazing gameplay to bonus artwork.”

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Nintendo announces special edition for Fire Emblem Warriors

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Jason Nason

During the GameStop Expo in Las Vegas, Nintendo announced a special edition of the Fire Emblem Warriors game for the Nintendo Switch system. The special edition will be available this fall in the Americas, and will come with a variety of items. “The incredible fans of the Fire Emblem and Pokémon franchises not only love the games themselves, but also the features behind the games,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “These special versions are great options for dedicated fans who want to enjoy all facets of their favorite series, from amazing gameplay

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New screens from Xenoblade Chronicles 2

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Jason Nason

Nintendo released some new screens for their upcoming RPG Xenoblade Chronicles 2, which is being developed by Monolith Software Inc. In the game you’ll explore an endless ocean of clouds, where the last remnants of civilization live on the backs of colossal beasts called Titans. Experience the story of Rex and his new friend, Pyra, a mysterious being known as a Blade who grants him tremendous power. Together, search for Pyra’s long lost home Elysium, the ultimate paradise for all of humanity. The game you’ll explore colossal beasts called Titans, the homes of different civilizations, each offering expansive regions to

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August 24th Nintendo Download

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Jason Nason

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle – A mysterious vortex has torn apart the Mushroom Kingdom, transporting the chaotic Rabbids into this once-peaceful land. To restore order, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Yoshi must team up with a whole new crew: four Rabbids heroes! Together, they will battle with weapons through four worlds filled with combat, puzzles and unpredictable enemies. The Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle game will be available exclusively on the Nintendo Switch console on Aug. 29. Also New this Week forma.8 (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch) Piczle Lines DX (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch) ACA NEOGEO Puzzled (Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch)

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SNES Classic to include a “rewind” feature

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Jason Nason

Nintendo revealed today at Gamescom that their upcoming Super Nintendo Entertainment System: Super NES Classic Edition system will include a Rewind feature. The feature will let players rewind their gameplay to retry tricky sections, pick up missed items or simply run through an area again to see if anything was missed. The rewind time depends on the kind of game though. Players can go back a few minutes in role-playing games such as Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, while action titles such as Super Mario World offer around 40 seconds, ideal for re-trying short segments of gameplay.

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New fighter revealed for ARMS to debut at Gamescon

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Jason Nason

Fans of Nintendo Switch fighter game ARMS will soon have a new character to use as part of the next free update: street performing pugilist Lola Pop. A well-traveled clown with a personality as colorful as her clothing, Lola Pop’s key ability is inflating her body like a balloon, providing her with great defensive qualities. With three new Arms and a new stage, players can look forward to developing new strategies whether competing locally against friends or taking on the world online.

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Lots of Classic JRPGS Coming To The Japanese 3DS Virtual Console This Week

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Rae Michelle Richards

Fans of classic JRPGs and Action Roleplaying Games who either live in Japan or have a Japanese New Nintendo 3DS are in for a treat as Ninty will be updating the e-shop with 12 new to the service classics from the Super Famicom era. Titles like Breath of Fire I & II, Castlevania: Dracula X, Final Fantasy VI and Ogre Battle have been entertaining players for decades and now a lot of them are becoming portable on modern hardware thanks to this hefty serving of new Virtual Console content. Here is the full list as posted by Nintendo Wire: Breath

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PayPal is now available as a payment option for digital content

Posted on August 22, 2017 by Jason Nason

Starting today customers in the United States and Canada are able to use their PayPal accounts to purchase digital games and content for the Nintendo Switch, both on the system and in the Game Store on the Nintendo website. This way to pay joins the current payment methods of credit cards or Nintendo eShop Cards. When purchasing content, you’ll see a new PayPal payment option at checkout. The first time you select this option, you will be asked to link your PayPal account with your Nintendo Account via your PC or smart device. Once you complete this step, you’ll be

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Nintendo announces Switch Splatoon 2 Edition Bundle

Posted on August 20, 2017 by Jason Nason

Nintendo announced on Thursday that they are releasing a special Splatoon 2 edition of the Nintendo Switch, which will be available exclusively at Walmart stores. The new Nintendo Switch bundle will include a download code for the Splatoon 2 game, a fresh carrying case and colorful new Joy-Con controllers in Neon Pink and Neon Green. The bundle will be available starting September 8th at a suggested retail price of $379.99 USD.

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