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Super Mario Bros. Movie Release Date Changed; Coming Two Days Earlier

Today Nintendo and Illumination reached out with a press release to announce that the debut date of The Super Mario Bros. Movie has been changed.  Luckily, it's not a delay. The movie was supposed…

February 28, 2023 | 11:37 EST

A TV showing "2023 Pokemon Day" and Pikachu's face as confetti and balloons rain down to mark the new Pokemon Presents showcase
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Pokemon Presents Showcase Announced For Next Week

If you're a Pokemon fan, then you've got a brand new reason to rejoice. A new Pokemon Presents showcase has been announced for next week to mark the upcoming Pokemon Day, and it'll feature…

February 21, 2023 | 10:19 EST

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Microsoft & Nintendo Sign Binding 10-year Deal to Release Call of Duty on Switch

Microsoft announced today that it has signed a binding deal to bring the Call of Duty Franchise to Nintendo platforms for the next 10 years. The deal was announced on social media by vice chair and…

February 21, 2023 | 02:23 EST

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Saudi PIF Becomes Nintendo's Largest Outside Shareholder

The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) has become Nintendo's single largest outside shareholder after acquiring 8.26% of the Japanese gaming giant's stock. This marks the second increase in the PIF's…

February 17, 2023 | 08:19 EST

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Super Mario Getting His Own Version of Popular Licca-chan Doll in Japan

Today Japanese toy manufacturer Takara Tomy announced that it'll release a version of its popular fashion doll Licca-chan dedicated to Nintendo's icon Super Mario Bros. Those unfamiliar with Japan…

February 15, 2023 | 06:16 EST

An Inkling looking back over their shoulder while walking towards Inkopolis in the first wave of the Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass DLC
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Inkopolis Comes To Splatoon 3 Season Pass At The End Of The Month

Nintendo has announced a release date for the first wave of the incoming Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass DLC, and it's earlier than you might think. The first wave of the pass is bringing the nostalgic hub…

February 15, 2023 | 08:27 EST

The Super Mario Bros. Movie
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The Super Mario Bros. Movie Gets Hilarious & Nostalgic Website & Catchy Commercial

With The Super Mario Bros. Movie coming soon, Universal and studio Illumination released a rather interesting dedicated website. The site, which you can find here, is fashioned after the fictional…

February 12, 2023 | 04:57 EST

A screenshot from the latest trailer of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Now Up For Pre-Order

During this February's Nintendo Direct presentation, Nintendo revealed new information about all upcoming titles coming to their platform. These announcements include the addition of Game Boy and…

February 8, 2023 | 06:24 EST

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February 2023 Nintendo Direct - Here Are All the News & Announcements

Nintendo is finally broadcasting its first Direct presentation of 2023, focusing on news and announcement about games releasing in the first half of the year. Fans are waiting for big news (maybe…

February 8, 2023 | 05:04 EST

Link standing in front of a light-filled doorway in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, which could appear in tomorrow's Nintendo Direct
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New Nintendo Direct Presentation Revealed For Tomorrow

Can it really be that time of year again already? Nintendo has revealed that a new Nintendo Direct presentation is on the way tomorrow afternoon. It'll contain some new info about upcoming Nintendo…

February 7, 2023 | 09:27 EST

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Nintendo Switch Has Shipped 122.55 Million Units; Drops Full-Year Prediction Again to 18 Million

Today Nintendo announced its financial results for the first nine months of the fiscal year, related to the period between April and December 2022, and published an update on the number of Switch…

February 7, 2023 | 01:41 EST

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie Reveals Super-Colorful Poster

Today Nintendo revealed the official poster of the upcoming The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and it's definitely colorful. The poster portrays the titular protagonist Mario alongside his brother Luigi,…

February 3, 2023 | 05:30 EST

Comfey floating and looking happy in Pokemon Unite
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Comfey Floats Into Pokemon Unite Starting Next Week

The next Pokemon Unite addition has been announced, and it's a good one if you're into playing Supporter-type 'mons. Comfey is floating its way into the game starting next Thursday, and it's bringing…

January 26, 2023 | 09:45 EST

Pierce Brosnan, Famke Janssen, and Izabella Scorupco in promotional art for GoldenEye, which is now coming to Switch Online and Xbox on January 27th
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GoldenEye 007 Sneaks Onto Switch Online And Xbox On Friday

Good news, Mr. Bond: we finally have an Xbox and Nintendo Switch Online release date for GoldenEye 007. You can enjoy Rare's classic N64 shooter on Xbox and Switch starting from Friday, so make sure…

January 25, 2023 | 09:30 EST

Fire Emblem Heroes Engage Event
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Fire Emblem Heroes Goes Pepsi to Celebrate Fire Emblem Engage's Release

If you're eagerly awaiting Fire Emblem Engage, you can enjoy some of its characters ahead of its release on Fire Emblem Heroes. Today Nintendo announced that tomorrow four heroes from Engage will…

January 16, 2023 | 02:37 EST

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Fire Emblem Engage Gets Extensive Overview Trailer & Commercials Aplenty

Today Nintendo and Intelligent Systems released a new trailer and three commercials of the upcoming strategy JRPG Fire Emblem Engage.  The commercials, two for Japanese TV and one for the web,…

January 6, 2023 | 04:39 EST

Screenshot of the new MrBeast Mod, Super Smash Bros Ultimate mod

Super Smash Bros Ultimate Mod Brings MrBeast To The Game

It's showtime! Thanks to a new Super Smash Bros Ultimate mod you can play as iconic and legendary YouTuber MrBeast. The latest mod created by  LN_310 on GameBanana allows you to embody the iconic…

December 29, 2022 | 03:13 EST

Triangle Strategy header showing some characters celebrating 1 million copies sold.

Triangle Strategy Is A Hit With Over 1M Copies Sold

It turns out that strategy games are still cool, as Triangle Strategy has sold over 1 million copies on both the Nintendo Switch and PC through physical and digital sales. Considering that it's only…

December 21, 2022 | 11:13 EST

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Consumer Watchdog Urges Nintendo To "Get A Grip" On Joy-Con Drift

UK consumer watchdog Which? has urged Nintendo to "get a grip" on the problem of Joy-Con drift. According to Which?, stick drift is caused by a mechanical fault during the manufacturing process for…

December 20, 2022 | 09:16 EST

Pokemon Unite header showing the red team that's coming to the game.

Dragapult Launches Into Pokemon Unite Later This Month

If you're looking for something new to try in Pokemon Unite, don't worry, because the game is getting lots of new content this month. Arguably the most exciting new addition is Dragapult, a stealth…

December 15, 2022 | 10:42 EST

Mario racing against rivals like Yoshi, Bowser, and Luigi in a promo image for Mario Kart 7
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After 10 Years, Mario Kart 7 Has Been Updated

Are you still playing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch? How about Mario Kart 7 on the 3DS? If you are, then you'll be pleased to know that the game has received an update after more than ten years since…

December 14, 2022 | 11:40 EST

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Super Nintendo World Opens In The US This February

Universal Studios has revealed that Super Nintendo World will open in the US this coming February. The park, which will feature a number of attractions based on Super Mario Bros, arrives at Universal…

December 14, 2022 | 10:50 EST

Birdo looking fabulous, with several other characters in the background, in Mario Strikers: Battle League
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Mario Strikers: Battle League Gets Birdo And More Tomorrow

Tomorrow is bringing a brand new Mario Strikers: Battle League update, adding two characters, a stadium, and a bunch of new gear to the arcade sports game. One new character is an offensive…

December 12, 2022 | 08:58 EST

Link standing in a doorway framed by sunlight in Zelda Tears of the Kingdom
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(Updated) DMCA'd Zelda Pitch Documentary Restored

Update: DidYouKnowGaming's Zelda documentary has been restored to YouTube. In a tweet posted yesterday, the documentary makers claimed victory with regards to the video, stating "we won" and posting…

December 8, 2022 | 11:04 EST

Splatoon 3 header image of the characters being splatted with paint, Splatoon 3 Chill Season update

Splatoon 3 Chill Season Update Shows Title and Artist for Songs Played in Matches

Splatoon 3 Chill Season is coming, and with it comes some splat-tacular new modes and maps, and a big shoutout to the song artists who make their battles exciting and fun.  The addicting and…

November 28, 2022 | 03:16 EST

Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad racing along the new tracks in the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass DLC
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course DLC Wave 3 Release Date Revealed

Nintendo has announced the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass DLC Wave 3 release date. It's a bit of a mouthful, but essentially, eight new tracks are on their way to the Booster Course Pass,…

November 21, 2022 | 09:46 EST

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Fire Emblem Engage Story Trailer Shows Off Evil Emblems

A new Fire Emblem Engage story trailer has been revealed, setting up the narrative for the game ahead of its January release. You're on the hunt for twelve rings, which give you the power to summon…

November 16, 2022 | 09:33 EST

Three green-colored Inklings in the new Splatoon 3 season
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New Splatoon 3 Season Inked In For Next Month

A new Splatoon 3 season is on the way, and it's set to bring a lot of new content with it. Chill Season 2022, as Nintendo is calling it, will pack new weapons, new gear, and new events, plus new…

November 14, 2022 | 09:31 EST

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Everything Announced At Today's Nintendo Indie World Showcase

Today saw another Nintendo Indie World showcase, with the presentation showing off plenty of indie titles coming to Nintendo Switch soon. As you'd imagine, it's a pretty packed itinerary for the…

November 9, 2022 | 12:34 EST

Lego Zelda Project Idea screenshot showing Breath of the Wild.

Lego Zelda Projects Banned On Lego Ideas

If you want to keep submitting Lego Zelda projects on Lego Ideas, you're going to have a bad time. Due to a "license conflict", The Legend of Zelda Ideas can no longer be submitted. This comes after…

November 9, 2022 | 10:04 EST

Screenshot of Pokemon Unite's Halloween Festival, where we see the player wearing the pumpkin head cosmetic

Zoroark and Pumpkin Battles Come to Pokemon Unite

Pokemon Unite's Halloween festival for 2022 is just around the corner, and those excited about the tricks to come are in for a real treat. With the Halloween fest comes new skins, a new battle pass,…

October 27, 2022 | 04:33 EDT

Screenshot of Kirby's Dream Buffet gameplay, where we see dishes, a large cake and strawberries strewn about

Kirby's Dream Buffet Novel Coming Because Why Not

A potential work of absolute literary genius is in the works, as Kirby's Dream Buffet is getting a Japanese-exclusive light novel. We know Kirby's hunger could never be satiated, and neither can ours…

October 26, 2022 | 10:52 EDT

Fire Emblem Engage screenshot of the in game player menu, showcasing the Divine Edition menu where we see the players stats

New Fire Emblem Engage Break Mechanic Stops Counter Attacks

The developers at Intelligent Systems have announced a new feature to their upcoming game, Fire Emblem Engage. The newest addition to the game is the Break mechanic that we see in oh-so-many RPGs,…

October 24, 2022 | 04:14 EDT

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Nintendo Reaches Settlement In Labor Dispute

Nintendo has reached a settlement in a labor complaint brought against it by a QA tester alleging anti-union activity. The settlement necessitates the payment of damages and back pay to tester…

October 13, 2022 | 10:55 EDT

Three Inklings colored green, red, and blue to coincide with the Splatoon 3 Pokemon Splatfest, which aims to settle the Grass vs Fire vs Water debate
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Splatoon 3 Pokemon Splatfest Kicks Off Next Month

Nintendo has announced a Splatoon 3 Pokemon Splatfest, marking an intriguing crossover for the inky multiplayer shooter. This Splatfest aims to settle the age-old Pokemon question of whether Grass,…

October 7, 2022 | 10:01 EDT

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Nintendo Labor Complaint Worker Shares Their Story

A Nintendo worker who submitted a labor complaint against the company earlier this year has given an interview in which they share their story. Mackenzie Clifton says they're speaking out in order to…

September 29, 2022 | 09:55 EDT

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Everything Announced At Today's Nintendo Direct

Today, Nintendo held a brand new Nintendo Direct presentation mainly focusing on games coming to the Switch this winter. The presentation offered some pretty exciting announcements, so here's…

September 13, 2022 | 10:08 EDT

Splatoon 3 logo showing off players spraying each other with yellow and purple paint.

A Splatoon 3 Bug Has Guns Not Firing For Certain Players

If you've been enjoying Splatoon 3 and wondering why your guns suddenly stop working, you're not alone. Currently, a major Splatoon 3 bug is preventing players from firing their guns for multiple…

September 12, 2022 | 09:38 EDT

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Dragalia Lost Shutdown Coming This November

Cygames and Nintendo have announced the Dragalia Lost shutdown date. The popular gacha action RPG will close down this November after more than four years, and as of today, you won't be able to…

August 30, 2022 | 08:48 EDT

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First New Pokemon Unite Map To Be Added to Main Mode

For those of you who are playing Pokemon Unite, today is a good day. Why? Because you'll soon be receiving the first new Pokemon Unite map that isn't for a separate "for fun"-style mode. Basically,…

August 18, 2022 | 09:41 EDT

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Nintendo Receives Second Labor Complaint This Year

Nintendo has received its second labor complaint this year. Another worker has filed a complaint against the gaming giant, alleging that the company imposed "coercive rules" and that it retaliated…

August 11, 2022 | 10:07 EDT

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Kirby's Dream Buffet Release Date Rolls Around Next Week

Not long after it was announced, we now have a Kirby's Dream Buffet release date. The latest off-kilter Kirby game will launch next week, and accompanying that announcement, we also got some new…

August 11, 2022 | 08:36 EDT

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Splatoon 3 Will Have Three-Team Battles And Lots More

If you've been holding out for some more Splatoon 3 news, then today is a good day for you. During the Splatoon 3 Direct presentation held earlier, we learned more about the game's new specials,…

August 10, 2022 | 10:28 EDT

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Mario Strikers: Battle League Update Includes Two New Characters

The first of three updates in 2022 to Mario Strikers: Battle League has finally arrived, and it will launch on July 21, 2022. The first Mario Strikers: Battle League update includes two new…

July 19, 2022 | 09:51 EDT

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Pokemon Unite's One Year Anniversary Has In-Game Events, More Pokemon

Pokemon Unite has just reached its first year anniversary, which means fans can expect new Pokemon to play, log-in bonus gifts to acquire, and in-game challenges to complete. There's also a new quick…

July 15, 2022 | 10:35 EDT

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Nintendo Buys CG Production Company, Renames It To Nintendo Pictures

Nintendo has acquired a production company by the name of Dynamo Pictures. The Japanese gaming giant has acquired 100% of the shares in the CG production company and intends to rename it "Nintendo…

July 14, 2022 | 07:25 EDT

Iwata and Reggie in Nintendo's controversial Tomodachi Life, which came under fire for not recognizing same-sex relationships
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Nintendo Recognizes Same-Sex Partners In New Diversity Policies

Nintendo has released a new CSR (corporate social responsibility) document that outlines its policies towards diversity, work-life balance, and other important aspects of corporate culture. Included…

July 13, 2022 | 10:13 EDT

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Bayonetta 3 Release Date Revealed

Nintendo has revealed the Bayonetta 3 release date. The witchy character action game is launching for Nintendo Switch later this year, and it looks like exactly what you're expecting: more over-the-…

July 13, 2022 | 09:10 EDT