Earlier this year Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime stated that Nintendo had big plans for E3 2017. Until now we knew few specifics, but new information released by the company indicates they’re looking to focus on engagement and interactivity. Alongside the new game announcements and previews will be a return of Nintendo Treehouse: Live, and…
Breath of the Wild was designed to be a breath of fresh air for the franchise. Many typical conventions were either changed or completely removed from the game. Perhaps the biggest change in the game was the inclusion of cooking to regain health. Despite this, it perfectly relates to the core adventuring and exploring elements found in…
Breath of the Wild was developed with exploration being a key component to the game. The developers created a setting with many iconic locations to encourage players to travel and discover new areas. One of the most iconic locations in the game are the Dueling Peak mountains. These unique mountains can be seen from a far distance away, encouraging players…
Uniqlo, a Japanese clothing brand, held a t-shirt designing contest earlier this year with a theme based on Nintendo. Over 16,000 people from around the world entered this contest, and from them Shigeru Miyamoto and other members of the Nintendo team chose their favourite designs. Out of the designs chosen for printing, three “favorite” designs were…
The release of the Nintendo Switch caused a lot of speculation over the future for the 3DS XL and the 2DS. By designing a hybrid home/portable console, Nintendo seemed to indicate that they may be aiming to replace the solely handheld consoles. However the announcement of the 2DS XL quickly ended the speculation over the future of portable gaming from…
Worldwide, the NES Classic Mini sold 2.3 million units, but the console’s success has been plagued with availability issues. Sadly Nintendo announced recently that they would be stopping production for the console, despite there being many who still haven’t managed to get their hands on the system. It’s a controversial decision that has left many disappointed…
Breath of the Wild’s Princess Zelda had a lot going on in her life. Throughout the game she deals with feelings of guilt, fear, and pressure. Such varying emotions are difficult to convey for a voice actress, and especially so if the iconic character has never been voiced before. Fortunately Patricia Summersett was up to the challenge. In a recent…
The Nintendo Switch has had a successful sales period since the release of the new console. However it still has some way to go to reach the incredible sales figures of the Wii. In Nintendo’s financial results briefing for the fiscal year ending March 2017, they commented that they’re aiming to mirror the Wii’s success with their newest…
Breath of the Wild is arguably one of the most immersive and engaging Zelda titles. Many believe the expansive environment or realistic voice acting are the main reasons for this. Some also state that the art direction creates a sense of realism which has been missing from some previous Zelda games. Breath of the Wild’s senior lead artist, Ryuji Kobayashi, feels that Link’s…
Completing the Hyrule Compendium in Breath of the Wild is a challenging and time consuming task. However, it’s also one of the most addictive and engaging parts of the game. This is partly down to how beautifully designed the art is and how open the game feels. With its picturesque views and endless locations to explore, this…
Princess Zelda is one of the most iconic characters in all of gaming, despite the fact she has never previously been voiced. Zelda developers wanted to create a new game in the series which moved away from the traditional conventions, and voice acting was one of the biggest changes. Giving voice to such a famous and beloved…
The Statues of the Goddesses provide one of the most important features in Breath of the Wild. It would be almost impossible to traverse the beautiful world of Hyrule without the hearts and stamina these idols provide. Fortunately for us in the real world, 3D Central is currently selling Goddess Statues — perfect for any Zelda fan! These statues are 7.5…
With the Switch, Nintendo made a bold decision to choose portability over power. It has certainly been a controversial move — especially when considering the focus that Playstation and Microsoft are giving to 4K gaming. However in a recent interview with Gamasutra the Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, offered complimentary remarks regarding the Switch and…
Yesterday’s Nintendo Direct officially revealed the rumored three new Zelda amiibo. While there’s currently no official information regarding what features or game compatibility they’ll have, we’ve learned today that at least two of the three are retailer-exclusive. The Twilight Princess Link is available from GameStop. Meanwhile, Skyward Sword Link is available from Amazon. As for the Majora’s Mask Link amiibo, no word yet on its exclusivity has…
A few days ago there were rumours that the latest restock of the NES Classic in Australia could be the last. Now today it was announced that throughout April retailers in North America will receive their final shipments of NES Classics. During its short run the NES Classic was incredibly successful, but availability issues plagued it since…
