In their E3 Spotlight stream, Nintendo revealed a tidbit of information about Breath of the Wild‘s upcoming second DLC Pack, now titled The Champions’ Ballad. The clip begins with the text: “There is an ancient verse passed down in this region called The Champions’ Ballad. Would you like to hear it?” This seems to be spoken by…
Good news, Monster Hunter and Zelda fans! Capcom has announced Breath of the Wild-themed DLC for Monster Hunter XX ahead of its release in Japan later this month for Nintendo 3DS. The content includes a costume based on Link’s default garb and a Felyne wearing a Korok outfit. Several other collaborations have also been announced, including Strider and Okami. The reveals…
It has been known for a while that the Nintendo Switch is region free, meaning cartridges from anywhere around the world will work for everyone. However, this did not guarantee that games downloaded through the eShop would be equally accessible. Journalist Laura Kate Dale has reported that it is very easy to switch regions and access…
We’re still about a month away from Breath of the Wild, but true to form Eiji Aonuma, Shigeru Miyamoto, and the teams at Nintendo are always looking ahead to the next game. “It’s always easy to top the best,” Aonuma stated when he and Miyamoto sat down to talk to IGN. He went on to explain, “I haven’t been…
In an interview with Eurogamer, Eiji Aonuma addressed “how Princess Zelda is portrayed in the trailer” for Breath of the Wild and how it relates — or doesn’t relate — to the actual game. Aonuma stressed that “the scene of her crying in the trailer is just one scene from the game — within the trailer…
Artist Satoru Takizawa has revealed that Twilight Princess was originally being developed as a sequel to Wind Waker. The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts art book is scheduled to release in February 2017 in the west, but is already out in Japan, featuring interviews including this one. Series producer Eiji Aonuma announced “Wind Waker 2”…
A new Miitomo update has introduced the ability to privately message friends and answer questions from strangers in Answer Central. Private messages are delivered by your Mii or a newly introduced “Sidekick Mii.” You can also now customize your room. Wallpaper, flooring and posters can all be changed and many options are Nintendo themed. Breath…
Nintendo Minute has gone hands-on with the NES Classic Edition, which was released in North America and Europe this past Friday. On the official Nintendo YouTube channel, hosts Kit and Krysta go crazy for the physical details of the system and take a look at its features, including display options and restore points. The video description sums…
Have you, gazing upon the Nintendo Switch controller, felt like an adorable face was staring back at you? Well, San Diego-based Artist Anna The Red has fully realized the Switch’s inner cute puppy. Anna The Red is known for her plush and bento art. This particular plush was inspired by pieces of art by CUTEOSPHERE and…
It has been reported that the Nintendo Switch has a USB-C port. This would be a new approach, as Nintendo have used proprietary charges with the Wii U and all handhelds since the Gameboy Advance SP. It has also been claimed that the dock’s USB ports will not support external hard drives. This makes sense, since supporting external memory…
Spirit Tracks has finally hopped aboard the North American Wii U Virtual Console. The sequel to Phantom Hourglass was first released on the Nintendo DS in 2009, and takes place in a newly founded version of Hyrule, a long time after the cast of Wind Waker settled there. It introduced the more modern idea of trains to the Zelda series as its…
Chris Burwell (@countchrisdo on Twitter) went viral after sharing that he went to prom with Super Smash Bros. Melee, a GameCube game released in 2001. The Tweet, posted Jun 5, has garnered over 10,000 retweets and 16,000 likes. The post was even retweeted by Nintendo of America. His twitter description reads: “Social Media Guru-Comics Evangelist-Bird…
The latest issue of Retro Gamer features a 10-page-spread titled “30 years of entertainment,” which boasts an interview with the NES creator. Retro Gamer spoke to Masayuki Uemura at the National Videogame Arcade in Nottingham, with interpreter Akinori “aki” Nakamura. The interview details just how much the NES controller was influenced by the Donkey Kong Game…
Nintendo are giving fans the chance to be the first members of public to play The Legend of Zelda for Wii U. The event will be held on Saturday, June 11 at the Nintendo’s New York store. The first 500 fans in line when the store opens at 9am will get a wristband guaranteeing the…
The A Link Between Worlds Link Deluxe Figma from Good Smile Company is now open for pre-order on GameStop’s website at $69.99. He comes with two expressions: one a confident smile, the other a more serious glare. His Master Sword and Hylian Shield are also included. The Deluxe Edition includes a Tornado Rod, Hookshot, a…
