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Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Adriana Marais,

The Nintendo Wii was a massive cultural success, selling over 100 million consoles. Despite its small size, modders have successfully reduced the Wii’s footprint even further, creating a functional console the size of a keychain, as reported by Time Extension. In fact, it can also be used as a keychain. The aptly named Nintendo Kawaii is a teenage weensy Wii that lacks the bells and whistles of the original, but it works and can play games from that generation. It’s also quite addictive with a CNC aluminum metal frame. It…

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Modders create miniature Nintendo Wii that can be used as a keychain

Nitin Misra,

The Nintendo Wii was a massive cultural success, selling over 100 million consoles. Despite its small size, modders have successfully reduced the Wii’s footprint even further, creating a functional console the size of a keychain, as reported by Time Extension. In fact, it can also be used as a keychain. The aptly named Nintendo Kawaii is a teenage weensy Wii that lacks the bells and whistles of the original, but it works and can play games from that generation. It’s also quite addictive with a CNC aluminum metal frame. It…

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Nintendo has released its first-party Joy-Con charging station

Adriana Marais, ,

Nintendo has revealed its own official Joy-Con controller charging station, set to launch on October 17. This will be a great benefit for fans of couch co-op gaming, as it allows for two Joy-Cons to be charging on the dock while another two can be charging through the console simultaneously. Additionally, Nintendo’s charging station is compatible with the company’s retro wireless NES gamepads, which are commonly used for Nintendo Switch Online games. The Joy-Con Charging Dock (bi-directional) is powered by the Switch’s dock, USB-C port, or any other power source.…

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Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to replace the current Nintendo Switch LCD and OLED models, has a new launch window. News 

Multiple reports claim that the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 is now anticipated for early 2025.

Adarsh V.K,

Nintendo’s next-gen console, commonly referred to as the Nintendo Switch 2, was previously expected to launch this year in 2024. However, it has now been pushed back to “the early months of 2025”. Several new reports from Bloomberg, Eurogamer, and VGC have suggested that the Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to replace the current Nintendo Switch LCD and OLED models, will have a new release window. In addition, VGC also said that Nintendo could expect more first-party exclusive games alongside it. “Two development sources VGC spoke to on Friday…

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Nintendo Wii U and 3DS owners only have a limited time, a few months, to continue experiencing online communication, cooperative play, and rankings on these platforms.  News 

Nintendo Announces Official End Date for Online Services on These Consoles

Febin Mathew

If you own a Nintendo Wii or 3DS handheld console, you may be aware that the Japanese gaming giant announced that it will shut down its online servers for these devices in April 2024.  But now we have an exact date when this will happen. happen. Nintendo’s official support announcement has revealed that the disconnection will take place on April 8, 2024 at 4pm PDT. This means that users of these consoles only have a limited amount of time, a few months, to continue online communication, cooperative play and investments…

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Admit it, you've spent 25 hours playing Suika Game too, right? Gaming 

Nintendo has launched its Switch year in review website

Febin Mathew, ,

Nintendo has joined Sony and Microsoft in releasing their own year in review tools, allowing players to discover the amount of time they have dedicated to playing The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom, Pikmin 4, and Suika Game on their Nintendo Switch this year. Sign in to the web app with your Nintendo Account to see the first game you play on Switch this year. You can then scroll down to see how many different games you’ve watched on the console during our last trip around the sun,…

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Nintendo's recently published patent might have provided hints about the upcoming features and design changes for the next-generation Switch. News 

Patent Reveals Potential Design of Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2

Adarsh V.K,

The Nintendo Switch has been around for almost six years now, having been released in 2017, and as we approach the proverbial end of its life, rumors of the next generation Switch – possibly called Nintendo Switch 2 – are getting stronger. A patent filed by Nintendo has recently surfaced, and it may offer the first look at what the next-gen Nintendo console could look like. As Gamerant pointed out, the patent was filed last year and published in October of this year. The patent highlights what appears to be…

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In April 2024, support for online services on Nintendo 3DS and Wii U will come to an end. Here's what this means for users and which games will remain playable. News 

Nintendo To End Online Services For Wii U And 3DS In 2024

Adriana Marais

Nintendo’s Wii U and 3DS consoles will lose support for online services next year at the beginning of April, as the Japanese game giant announced. This effectively removes all online support functionality, including multiplayer and other features. “Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software online games and other functions that use online communication will end at the beginning of April 2024. Thank you very much for your continued support of our products,” Nintendo announced on X (formerly Twitter). However, Nintendo has decided to make one exception in the form of Pokémon…

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Nintendo Switch 2 was reportedly demoed to some partner developers at Gamescom this year, a new Eurogamer report suggests. Here's what we know. News 

Nintendo Switch 2 Reportedly Revealed to Select Developers in Private Showing

Nitin Misra,

As Eurogamer’s Tom Phillips has said, Nintendo’s “Switch 2” was shown behind closed doors to developers at Gamescom. According to the report, Nintendo introduced the Switch 2 as a “companion” that showcased the system’s next-gen specs by playing an allegedly “souped” version of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of The Wild. Notably, there’s been no word on Nintendo’s end regarding the launch of its next main system — currently dubbed “Switch 2.” Of course, it could be different, but given the brand that Nintendo Switch has built for, in fact,…

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The next-gen console is expected to arrive in 2024. Gaming 

Nintendo Expected to Demonstrate Switch 2’s Ray-Tracing and DLSS Features to Developers

Adarsh V.K, ,

Despite its age, the Nintendo Switch still has a promising lineup of games scheduled for release until 2024, such as Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Detective Pikachu Returns, and potentially Metroid Prime 4. However, acknowledging the console’s aging status, Nintendo is preparing for the future by showcasing tech demos of its next-generation system to developers during a private event at Gamescom last month. One of the Switch 2 demos was an enhanced version of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. That’s according to Eurogamer , who note that this…

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The developers already shoved all of their big gameplay ideas into the base game. Gaming 

Nintendo Not Developing Expansion for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Adriana Marais, ,

According to certain calculations, it requires approximately 235 hours to fully experience all aspects of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. A few individuals have already accomplished this feat and are craving additional content. However, unlike Breath of the Wild, Nintendo is unlikely to release a significant expansion for this game. “There are no plans for additional content,” Tears of the Kingdom producer Eiji Aonuma told Famitsu. The reason for this, as Automaton points out, is because the developers believe they’ve already pushed all of their major gameplay…

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Pikmin Finder is a laid back game where you can get the creatures to find you treasures. Gaming 

Nintendo Launches Browser-Based Pikmin Game for Mobile Devices

Febin Mathew,

Nintendo and Niantic have collaborated to create a new mobile game called Pikmin Finder, which is more suitable for casual gaming rather than intense gameplay. The game has been released in conjunction with the Nintendo Live event in Seattle. It can be accessed through any mobile browser, whether it’s an iPhone or an Android device. We have tested it on various browsers, such as Chrome and Opera, and can confirm that it functions properly as long as you grant it access to your camera. Like Pikmin Bloom, the game places…

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Get ready for an in-depth look at the plumber’s latest adventure. Gaming 

Nintendo Direct to Feature Super Mario Bros. Wonder on August 31st

Febin Mathew, , ,

Nintendo has announced that they will be hosting another Nintendo Direct on August 31st at 10AM EST, as they gear up for the upcoming holiday season. The announcement comes after the excitement surrounding the Tears of the Kingdom has subsided, resembling the completion of a Korok dandelion leaf puzzle. Nintendo promises that the livestream event will include an “in-depth look” at the upcoming 2D side-scrolling Super Mario Bros. For a Wonder adventure with about 15 minutes of gameplay and information. More Mario is never bad, but this is a theme…

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Charles Martinet is officially retiring from his role as Mario, Nintendo has confirmed. Here are the details. News 

Charles Martinet Retires as Voice of Mario; Will Not Join Super Mario Bros Wonder Tour

Adriana Marais,

Charles Martinet, the voice actor behind Nintendo’s Mario, will no longer play the character going forward. Notably, Martinet voiced the Mario games since 1994, and his voice has now become synonymous with the character. Super Mario Bros is a name heard in most homes thanks to its family-friendly appeal and the critical acclaim Nintendo’s beloved franchise has achieved over the years. One of the reasons why Mario has brought so much success to Nintendo is Mario himself – an Italian plumber. People have come to love his unique demeanor and Charles Martinet’s…

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Charles Martinet is moving on to a new "Mario Ambassador" role. Gaming 

Mario’s Voice Actor Retiring After Nearly 30 Years

Sanjay Patil,

Nintendo announced in a tweet this morning that Charles Martinet, who has been the voice of Mario for the past 27 years, will no longer be portraying the character. Instead, he will take on the role of a “Mario Ambassador,” created specifically for him, where he will continue to spread the joy of Mario through global travels. The company has not revealed any information regarding a replacement voice actor. Additionally, Nintendo shared that a special video message featuring Martinet and Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto will be released in the near…

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The bundle includes the expansions for all three games. Gaming 

‘Batman: Arkham Trilogy’ to be Released on Nintendo Switch on October 13th

Adriana Marais, , ,

Warner Bros. Games announced in June that the Batman: Arkham Trilogy would be released on the Nintendo Switch during the autumn season. Now, an official date has been confirmed. The collection, which includes Batman: Arkham Asylum, Batman: Arkham City, and Batman: Arkham Knight, along with their respective expansions, will be available on the Switch starting from October 13th. Turn Me Up Games (which helped bring Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 and It Takes Two to the Switch) handled the ports of the well-regarded series. Batman: Arkham Asylum kicked off the…

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Meanwhile, 'Pokémon TCG' and 'Pokémon Stadium 2' just landed on Nintendo Switch Online. Gaming 

‘Detective Pikachu Movie Trailer Reveals Coffee-Loving Pokémon in Action’

Adriana Marais, ,

During its most recent Pokémon Presents stream, The Pokémon Company unveiled several updates. Among them was the release of a new trailer for Detective Pikachu Returns, a highly anticipated sequel set to arrive on Nintendo Switch on October 6th. For the uninitiated, Detective Pikachu Returns recasts the franchise mascot as a hard-boiled, tough-talking detective. Detective Pikachu and his current partner Tim Goodman (who really understands Pikachu) get to the bottom of the unusual cases with the help of some other Pokémon and people who live side by side in Ryme…

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'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' has sold 18.51 million units since its May debut. Gaming 

Nintendo Reaps Profits from Zelda and Mario Movie in Record-Breaking First Quarter

Febin Mathew,

In its latest earnings report, Nintendo revealed that it has achieved its highest first quarter profit to date, primarily driven by the successful sales of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The company earned a staggering 185.44 billion yen ($1.3 billion) from sales totaling 461.34 billion yen ($3.2 billion), surpassing its previous fiscal Q1 record of 144.7 billion yen set in 2020. The figures for these two properties are impressive. Around the world, 168.10 million people watched The Super Mario Bros. Movie,…

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They've been offline for months due to security issues. Gaming 

Nintendo to Reactivate ‘Mario Kart 8’ and ‘Splatoon’ for Wii U on August 3rd

Febin Mathew, ,

After a lengthy wait, players can now enjoy online multiplayer for Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon on the Wii U. Nintendo has officially announced that both games will be accessible for multiplayer once again starting from August 3rd. The company has successfully resolved the security issue that led to the suspension of online services back in March. Nintendo still hasn’t explained the error in more detail. However, hobbyist and tinkerer OatmealDome claims that the last-gen console is vulnerable to an “ENLBufferPwn” attack, which allows intruders to take over the console…

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'The Last Hope' had garnered very bad reviews during its short time on the market. Gaming 

Nintendo Removes ‘The Last of Us’ Inspired Game from eShop After Copyright Infringement Allegation

Nitin Misra, , , , ,

According to Eurogamer’s Victoria Kennedy, Nintendo’s game The Last Hope: Dead Zone Survival has been taken down from the Switch e-shop because it closely resembles Naughty Dog’s popular game, The Last of Us. Sony, the owner of Naughty Dog, filed a copyright claim against The Last Hope just a month after its release. This action not only removed the game from the market but also resulted in the removal of its trailer from YouTube. The Last Hope probably won’t miss out, as the game didn’t exactly receive good reviews, with…

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