Following on from Gamescom, there have been numerous Nintendo leaks, with a number of sources claiming that a new next-gen system was shown to developers behind closed doors. The Nintendo surprises don't stop there though, as a new Direct stream is coming up this week. Today, Nintendo announced its next …
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Gotham Knights seemingly coming to Nintendo Switch
The Nintendo Switch has been known for its “impossible ports” over the past few years, with the likes of The Witcher 3, DOOM Eternal and more all being added to the system. As the generations progress, we have even started to see current-gen exclusives being brought to Nintendo’s handheld-hybrid. According …
Read More »Nintendo releases ‘special video message’ following retirement of Mario’s voice actor
The voice of Mario is just as iconic as the plumber himself, with Charles Martinet helming the role for over 25 years. Following the surprising announcement that he would no longer be voicing Mario and friends, Nintendo has released a ‘special video message’ to discuss Martinet’s future as ‘Mario Ambassador’. …
Read More »Nintendo to host a Direct next week according to leaks
Nintendo Directs have served as a great way for the console manufacturer to keep fans informed on the latest that Nintendo has to offer, ever since the first Direct premiered back in 2011. While the company itself typically waits until mere days before the showcase to make any official announcements, …
Read More »Nintendo has reportedly begun showing its next-gen console to developers
Gamescom officially took place last week and Nintendo was indeed in attendance to sell merch and show games to attendees. As it turns out, Nintendo may have had some very interesting meetings behind the scenes of the event, as word has begun to spread that the company is now showing its next-gen console to partners.
Read More »Nintendo will reveal Super Mario Bros. Wonder gameplay this week
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom isn't Nintendo's only major first-party release for 2022. During a Nintendo Direct earlier this summer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder was also announced, marking the first all-new Super Mario Bros. game in many years. This next game should also serve as the debut …
Read More »New Denuvo products make PC game modding and Nintendo Switch emulation harder
Irdeto, the company behind Denuvo, has introduced a set of anti-piracy tools for both the PC (Unreal Engine) and the Nintendo Switch. Although beneficial for developers, gamers may not see the inclusion of these tools as a good thing, as they'll deem PC game modding and Switch emulation impossible. The …
Read More »Nintendo will recast Mario’s video game voice actor for first time in 25 years
Since 1994, voice actor Charles Martinet has provided voice lines for Mario, starting out with lines in Mario Teaches Typing and Mario's Game Gallery, before moving on to the games we all recognise today, like Super Mario 64, all the way up to Super Mario Odyssey. Now after a 25-year …
Read More »Pokemon Stadium 2 is heading to Nintendo Switch Online today
Since launching the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack, Nintendo has periodically added more classic titles to its library from the Game Boy, N64 and SNES eras. Today during a Pokemon Presents stream, the next two classics were announced. Soon, Switch Online users will be able to play Pokemon Stadium 2 …
Read More »Nintendo Switch 2 will reportedly feature an 8-inch LCD screen
With the Nintendo Switch well into its 7th year on the market, talk surrounding the prospects of a Switch 2 have begun to heat up. According to one industry insider, the long-awaited Switch sequel could come with some pretty major improvements – as well as a surprising downgrade. In the …
Read More »Nintendo sees profits soar as Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom surpasses 18M sales
Nintendo has had quite the year so far, with the Super Mario Movie smashing the box office and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launching to rave reviews. All of that success has indeed translated into more money, with Nintendo enjoying its highest Q1 profits ever. During Q1 …
Read More »The Last of Us clone removed from Nintendo eShop following complaint
Nintendo doesn't have the strictest policies when it comes to its eShop content on the Switch. There are plenty of digital titles available on the system of dubious quality and on occasion, these titles also play fast and loose with copyright rules. Recently, a clone of The Last of Us …
Read More »The Red Dead Redemption Remaster may also come to Nintendo Switch
Last week, an update to the Rockstar website revealed evidence that a Red Dead Redemption-related announcement was incoming. Dataminers have been digging through the changes for days and it would seem that the upcoming Red Dead Redemption re-release may also come to Nintendo Switch. South Korea's Game Rating and Administration …
Read More »Nintendo has begun sending out dev kits for its next-gen console
Rumours of a Switch Pro circulated for years with nothing ever coming to fruition. At this point, Nintendo is focused on a true successor console instead and according to sources, development kits have begun landing at various studios. According to VCG's sources, a number of studios have now received development …
Read More »Batman: Arkham Trilogy officially coming to Nintendo Switch
If you are one of the many Batman Arkham fans let down by the recent reveal of Rocksteady's Suicide Squad game, then you might be looking to go back to Rocksteady's earlier games to relive the glory days. Soon, you'll be able to take the Arkham trilogy on the go …
Read More »Vampire Survivors is finally coming to Nintendo Switch
Vampire Survivors swiftly became a hit when it launched on PC last year. Since then, the game has had two DLCs and has made its way to Xbox consoles and mobile devices. Now, the game is finally releasing on Nintendo Switch. During today's Nintendo Direct stream, a quick 1-minute slot …
Read More »Nintendo announces all-new Super Mario Bros game for Switch
Nintendo's big finale for today's Summer Direct showcase was indeed a brand-new 2D Mario game. Shortly after unveiling the Super Mario RPG remake, our favourite video game plumber appeared again in a new trailer for Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the first new Mario Bros. game …
Read More »Super Mario RPG remake comes to Nintendo Switch this year
We've heard rumblings that new Mario games will be announced for this year. During today's Nintendo Direct, we weren't let down on that front, with Nintendo announcing the new Super Mario RPG. Super Mario RPG is a modern remake of the original SNES game, offering entirely new visuals. You can …
Read More »Nintendo advised Ubisoft not to make Sparks of Hope for the Switch
One of the earliest surprise successes to come from the Nintendo Switch was Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle, with the Mario/Rabbids crossover strategy game going on to sell over 7 and a half million copies. Unfortunately, it seems as though the game’s sequel is not performing nearly as well. Ubisoft has …
Read More »There is a surprise Nintendo Direct stream coming this week
Over the last few days, we've seen rumours claiming that a Nintendo Direct will be happening soon and recent leaks around Persona 3 Reload seemingly backed that up. Now, it is all official, with Nintendo confirming plans to announce new games this week. Today, Nintendo announced that its next Nintendo …
Read More »Leaker claims new 2D Mario game set to be announced at impending Nintendo Direct
With all of the Summer Game Fest showcases now come and gone – and no sign of Nintendo – fans have been wondering when we could see the console manufacturer host its next Nintendo Direct. Though no official announcements have been made, reports are claiming that a Nintendo Showcase could …
Read More »The Lara Croft Collection announced for Nintendo Switch
Lara Croft is one of the earliest and most iconic video game mascots, with the character finding her way into many different creative mediums. Unfortunately, despite its popularity, no Lara Croft games have been released for the Nintendo Switch – until now with the aptly-named The Lara Croft Collection. First …
Read More »Harvest Moon and Kirby Tilt ‘n’ Tumble come to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo’s support for its Switch Online service has been somewhat inconsistent ever since it first went live back in 2018. That said, the subscription service has slowly but surely been filled up with a number of quality titles. Joining the NSO library right now are a number of classics, including …
Read More »Nintendo rumoured to be hosting a Nintendo Direct this July
With Sony having recently hosted their PlayStation Showcase, and Summer Game Fest + Microsoft set to premiere their own showcases, many have been wondering what (if anything) Nintendo has planned for the Summer. According to one insider we may get a Nintendo Direct next month. During the most recent episode …
Read More »KOTOR 2 cut content DLC for Nintendo Switch scrapped
Back in April KitGuru noted that Aspyr has remained eerily silent on the upcoming Cut Content DLC for Knights of the Old Republic 2. For many, this was a key selling point for the Switch version and would have marked the first time this content was made available through an …
Read More »Nintendo unveils new pastel-coloured Joy-Cons
If you're in need of a new pair of Joy-Cons for your Switch, then soon you'll have more colour options to choose from. This time around, Nintendo is rolling out Pastel-coloured controllers, which will be hitting store shelves later this month. These delightful Joy-Con pairs will be sold in standard …
Read More »Nintendo targets Steam with fresh DMCA strike to remove Dolphin Emulator
Nintendo has become increasingly concerned about emulation recently, with devices like the Steam Deck providing convenient ways for players to access old and new Nintendo content. Previously, Nintendo issued DMCA strikes against videos showcasing Steam Deck emulation, as well as a tool that allows people to add custom artworks to their Steam library. Now, Nintendo is issuing a DMCA takedown against Valve itself with the hopes of getting the Dolphin emulator booted from Steam.
Read More »Nintendo spent over a year just polishing Tears of the Kingdom
6 years on from Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is finally in the hands of fans. One of the biggest takeaways from the game so far is disbelief in how the console manufacturer was able to run this ambitious title on the woefully …
Read More »Super Mario Advance Trilogy coming to Nintendo Switch Online
Nintendo’s support for its Switch Online service has been somewhat inconsistent ever since it first went live back in 2018. That said, the subscription service has slowly but surely been filled up with a number of quality titles. Joining the NSO library next week is the Super Mario Advance Trilogy. …
Read More »Hogwarts Legacy for Nintendo Switch delayed to November
Hogwarts Legacy just had a very successful launch on Xbox One and PS4, with the previous-gen console versions both running decently considering the ageing hardware. The game is also due to land on the Nintendo Switch, but unfortunately, fans will have to wait a while longer. The Nintendo Switch version …
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