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News 'Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition' For Switch Rated By ESRB
NES Remix, but not NES Remix
Following a rather blatant tease from reliable leaker Pyoro, a rating has appeared via the ESRB for Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition for the Nintendo Switch (thanks, Stealth). Described as "a collection of 2D challenges and platformer games", it's also noted that the game will likely contain i
News Nintendo Wipes Out 8535 Yuzu Repositories In One Big DMCA Takedown
"I am inevitable" *click!*
After successfully taking down the open-source Switch emulator Yuzu, Nintendo is on the warpath once again and has wiped out a total of 8535 Yuzu repositories via GitHub in one go. As reported by TorrentFreak (thanks, Eurogamer), Nintendo had filed a DMCA notice to GitHub earlier this week, targeting Yuzu repositories...
News Nintendo Partner Paladin Studios Closes Its Doors After "Almost 19 Years"
"Our quest has ended"
Netherlands indie developer Paladin, who worked with Nintendo in 2020 on the Switch eShop title Good Job!, has announced it has "closed the studio" after "almost 19 years". Apart from Nintendo, the 45-person studio (which began life in 2005 and peaked at 55 people at one stage) worked with various other "incredible partners"...
Feature Best Underwater Levels On Nintendo Switch
Making a splash
We're fast approaching summer, and there's no better time of year to go for a dip in the ocean. Of course, if you're reading this on 2nd May 2024, then you probably know that Nintendo is offering its own virtual "dip" in the ocean in Endless Ocean: Luminous, the surprise new game in the Endless Ocean series. And while we might not...
News Get A Closer Look At Universal Orlando's Super Nintendo World, Opening 2025
Mario, Yoshi AND Donkey Kong all set to appear
If you cast your mind way back to 2021, you might remember the announcement that Universal Orlando's Super Nintendo World was getting pushed to 2025. Well, today Universal has reconfirmed that this is still happening (yay!) and it has given a sneak peek at what's in store. The above video gives an...
Talking Point Would You Want To Reuse Your Joy-Con On 'Switch 2'?
Pros and 'Cons
Last week the Switch 2 beacons were lit once again as Spanish outlet Vandal reported to have more information regarding Nintendo's next hardware, specifically to do with a new, magnetic Joy-Con model. Another report just d
News Princess Peach: Showtime! Was The Best-Selling Switch Game Of March 2024 (US)
Here are the top 10
The Switch might be in its twilight years, but it's still churning out new releases every month. Circana (formerly NPD) has now revealed its March 2024 sales data for the US market and it provides a look at how Nintendo is performing so far this year. As highlighted by Circana's executive director and video game industry analyst...
Poll Are You Bothered By The Frame Rate For Paper Mario: TTYD On Switch?
The ol' 30 vs. 60
One of the most talked-about points raised during the recent round of previews for Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door on Switch was the game's frame rate. In case you missed it, the remake will run at 30fps in both docked and handheld mode. Now, you might wonder why this is supposedly such a big deal, but those who played the 2004...
News Zelda Live-Action Movie Director Promises To Be "Ambitious"
He wants to "try to do something great"
In case you somehow missed it, Nintendo last year announced it was working on a live-action Legend of Zelda movie. The movie's director Wes Ball, who is currently promoting his new release Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, has been asked all sorts of things during a recent Reddit 'Ask Me Anything' about...
Feature "It's Fun, So It's Okay!" - Celebrating Takashi Tezuka's Astonishing 40-Year Nintendo Career
A look back at a glittering catalogue
Takashi Tezuka seems like a good laugh, the kind of chap who knows how to have fun. Despite all the Master-Sword-waving and PR-related hijinx from fellow Nintendo luminary Shigeru Miyamoto over the years, you still get the impression he's merciless in the workplace — an exacting, intimidating,...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Endless Ocean: Luminous
Nothing fishy going on here
We are mere days away from the release of Endless Ocean: Luminous on 2nd May and today, we can start to gauge whether it's going to be choppy waters or smooth sailing as a wave of reviews have come flooding in. We will be collecting together the critical consensus from around the internet but before we do so, let's dive...
Random Crystal-Studded Nintendo DS Expected To Reach £15,000 At Upcoming Auction
Woof!
Here's a little something to make your Switch OLED suddenly seem rather inexpensive, an ultra-rare Nintendo DS studded with 2,000 Swarovski crystals is set to go on auction this week where it is expected to pull in bids of at least £15,000. Fifteen. Thousand. Pounds (thanks, Swindon Advertiser). The super shiny handheld, commissioned by...
UK Charts Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Hits The Brakes As Stellar Blade Speeds Into View
Pit stop
It seems like only yesterday that we checked out last week's delayed UK charts, but here we are with the latest look and things have actually switched up a little. After speeding into pole position last time, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has been outpaced by Sony's Stellar Blade which makes its chart debut at number one. Topspin 2K25
Top Piks, as ranked by you
We're republishing this list in celebration of Pikmin 2's 20th anniversary today, 29th April. Enjoy! It's now a decade since Pikmin 3 first sprouted on Wii U in its non-Deluxe form, and with the release of Pikmin 4 and the previous mainline entries in Shigeru Miyamoto's garden-inspired real-time strategy series on...
News Bayonetta Origins Director Empathises With Paper Mario Dev, Suggests Reasons For 30FPS
"I promise you, it was not a decision made lightly"
We are still a little way off the release of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Switch on 23rd May, but thanks to last week's hands-on previews, we now have confirmation of the game's frame rate. Nintendo's latest remake will run at 30FPS (down
Video How Does Paper Mario: TTYD On Switch Compare To The Original?
Let's analyse
With the release of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Switch fast approaching its 23rd May release date, many of us are undoubtedly wondering just how the game will actually compare to the GameCube original. Sure, you can come to some reasonable conclusions based on the trailers and preview footage, but there's nothing quite like...
Soapbox 20 Years On, Pikmin 2's Waterwraith Remains Nintendo's Scariest Moment
H2Oh no
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, Jim is reliving a childhood trauma to mark Pikmin 2's 20th anniversary... To the casual observer, Pikmin must seem like a pretty relaxed experience. Everything is colourful. The characters...
Rumour 'Switch 2' Said To Be Fully Backward Compatible With A Larger, 1080p Screen
New Joy-Con buttons may also be a thing
Ah, another day, another 'Switch 2' rumour (we know you love it). Following hot on the heels of a recent report detailing a new magnetic controller set up, the latest information dump comes courtesy of Chinese peripheral manufacturer Mobapad (thanks Wccftech and
Random Here's What's Inside A Switch Cart
Hint: it's teeny tiny
If you've ever wondered what was actually inside a Nintendo Switch cart, then wonder no more, dear reader. Over on YouTube, Tinker Man Mick has uploaded a Short (okay, it was uploaded in July 2023, so we're a bit late, but who cares) to demonstrate that some Switch carts actually have quite a bit of empty space. Cracking open...
Rumour 'Switch 2' Will Reportedly Feature Magnetic Joy-Cons
Current Pro Controller may be compatible
According to a new report from Spanish outlet Vandal (thanks, VGC), the upcoming Switch successor - affectionately dubbed the 'Switch 2' - will ditch the rail system for the current Joy-Con controllers and replace it with a magnetic set up. As such, whether the current Joy-Con controllers will actually work...
News More Animal Crossing LEGO Sets Are Heading Our Way This August
Okay, K.K.
Hot off the back of the first collection, LEGO has today announced that it will be expanding its range of Animal Crossing sets with at least two new builds heading our way on 1st August. Revealed in a rather adorable video of a K.K. Slider minifigure blasting his tunes (the vid very kindly points out the minifig "does not actually sing...
News Nintendo Japan Reveals New Range Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Merch
And we want it all
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is no stranger to a tasty bit of merchandise (just check out that new Uniqlo range, for crying out loud) and it looks like a whole lot more is now available. The catch? It's only available in Japan. Yes, a fresh batch of Hyrule-inspired goodies is fresh out of the oven on the Japanese My...
Every TMNT game on Nintendo consoles, ranked by you
Updated with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants. Remember, this is a reader-ranked list based on each game's User Rating in our database, which means it's subject to real-time change, even now. if you've played Wrath of the Mutants, or any other Turtles game below, you can...
News Unofficial Metroid Pixel Art eBook Is Currently Free, But Be Quick
Clock's ticking
If you fancy perusing some lovely unofficial pixel art for the Metroid franchise, then you're in luck. Retro Game Books is currently offering the Pixel Art: Metroid eBook for absolutely nothing. Yep, free! You'll need to be quick, though, as the offer is only available for 24 hours as of roughly 4am BST this morning. Simply head on...
UK Charts Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Speeds Into Pole Position, Once Again
Somebody found a Bullet Bill
After a rather lengthy delay this week, we finally have a look at the latest UK charts and would you believe it, the king has returned! Yes, As it approaches its seventh birthday, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has once again sped into pole position, leaving the competition for dust. Not to besmirch this achievement, but there...
News Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Switch Frame Rate Revealed
The new version with "revamped graphics" appears to run at 30fps
The previews have officially gone live for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door and it seems we've now got a better idea about the performance. In case you missed our 'hands on' here on Nintendo Life, the upcoming Switch release runs great across both handheld and docked. As for frame...
News Garry's Mod Is Removing "All Nintendo Related Stuff From Steam Workshop"
Update: Creator says the takedowns are "legit"
Update [Fri 26th Apr, 2024 01:30 BST] After further investigation, Garry's Mod creator and Facepunch Studios founder Garry Newman has now provided an update on social media, reiterating how the takedowns are "legit" and have been verified. He's apparently been "assured" about this - meaning "Nintendo...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Switch)
How are things stacking up?
We are still a little way off the release of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Switch on 23rd May, but today we have had our first indication of how things are stacking up as the game's previews have begun to appear online. Here at Nintendo Life, our experience with the game so far has been joyous. From what we have...
Random We Didn't Know We Needed This Zelda: TOTK And Metal Slug Crossover
Boooooom!
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom has been out for nearly a year now, but folks are still coming up with absolutely bonkers creations with the game's Ultrahand ability. The latest is an incredible crossover with the Metal Slug franchise in which X user @saiotoko002 has actually recreated a faithful tank from the run 'n' gun...
News Nintendo Event Cancellation Suspect Charged For Sending Threats Via Contact Forms
Nintendo Live 2024 Tokyo was planned for January
As reported by the daily Japanese newspaper Kyoto Shimbun (via VGC), a man suspected of sending threats to Nintendo has been charged after the company cancelled two of its events last year. The Splatoon
Feature Why Play Final Fantasy VII Remake When You Could Play FFVII 'Demake'?
"more than just pirate versions"
You’re probably aware of Square Enix’s lengthy and somewhat lavish efforts to remake the 1997 game Final Fantasy VII. The second instalment of this ambitious remake, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, was released just recently, and we’re still likely to be years away from any sort of conclusion. But you might not be...
Reminder Nintendo's Zelda: TOTK And Mario Wonder GDC Talks Are Now Online For Free
Catch up on the conference
You might remember that last month, Nintendo came to the annual Game Developers Conference (GDC) armed with interesting talks about The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Certain topics covered in these talks trickled out to those of us who weren't there, but we can now watch each of them...
Poll So, Will You Be Getting Endless Ocean: Luminous?
Dive in next week
Endless Ocean next week returns with a third entry for the Nintendo Switch. This new game officially titled Endless Ocean: Luminous will include online multiplayer - supporting up to 30 players and will also include "limited-time" event times, where you can spot unusual sights and creatures. In the leadup to its release on 2nd May...
News Nintendo Expands Switch Online's N64 Library With Two More Titles
Get racing today
Nintendo has added two N64 surprises to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack service this week. This includes the 1997 futuristic racer Extreme-G and the 1998 racing game Iggy's Reckin' Balls. Both titles were published by Acclaim Entertainment back in the day. Both titles include local split-screen multiplayer as well as online...
Random Kit And Krysta Show Off Their Immense DS And 3DS Collection
Including a few signed gems
The DS and the 3DS both had incredible libraries of games, we all know this, but sometimes it's kind of nice to just see a whole bunch of them laid out nicely so we can gaze at them in wonder. Thankfully, Kit and Kryta, former Nintendo employees and current, uh... Kit and Krysta hosts, have taken the time to show off...
Random Paper Mario Fans Need To Check Out This Awesome Acrylic Standee
Paper Acrylic? Acrylic Paper?
If you, like us, are looking forward to the upcoming remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door on Switch, then you might want to check out this rather awesome-looking acrylic standee from Jay Choi (AKA Jayperior). Officially called 'Paper Plumber & Friends' because, y'know... reasons, the characters have all...
News Nintendo Live Is Coming To Sydney, Australia This Year
Prepare for Nintendo Switch gameplay and much more
In some surprising news, it's been announced Nintendo Live will be coming to Sydney, Australia later this year. In an official post on social media, Nintendo's Australia and New Zealand accounts confirmed the in-person event for "friends, families, and fans of all ages" would run from 31st August -...
News Nintendo Switch System Update 18.0.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it today
Nintendo has rolled out its second Switch firmware update of 2024, bumping the system up to Version 18.0.1. This latest update fixes some wireless access point issues and comes with the usual system stability improvements to enhance the overall experience. Below are the full patch notes, courtesy of the company's official support...
News Nintendo Apparently Wanted Samus Aran's Fortnite Skin To Be A Switch Exclusive
According to Epic's former chief creative officer
It's been known for some time now how the Fortnite developer would like to do a crossover with Nintendo, and there have even been some leaked internal documents revealing how Epic Games had Samus Aran from the Metroid series in its sights. Now, in a new interview with Game File, Epic's form
Feature 10 Game Boy Deep Cuts That Aren’t On Nintendo Switch Online
And should be
The Game Boy turns 35 years old today, and we've been running features over the past couple of days celebrating the handheld and its games. Today, Nile digs up 10 lesser-known gems in the system's remarkable library. 35 years ago, the Game Boy changed handheld gaming – not because it was powerful, but because it wasn’t. Premised...
Random Sakurai Talks About "The Most Incredible Year For The Game Industry"
In his "personal opinion" it's 1986
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai is back at it with a new "Grab Bag" video - this time discussing the "most incredible year for the game industry". In his own "personal opinion", it's 1986 - a year that marked the beginning of multiple major franchises, the arrival of the NES in Europe, and the...
Feature Evolving With Pokémon: How The Games Helped Me Navigate A Confused Childhood
This coping mechanism was super effective!
The Game Boy turns 35 years old on 21st April 2024, and we'll be running several features over the next few days celebrating the system and its games. Today, Tim thinks back on how Pocket Monsters came to his aid in his formative years, and how the series that started on Nintendo's iconic portable would...
News Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Looks Glorious In New Footage
Please sir, can I have Smorg?
Nintendo's marketing campaign for Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is well underway at this point (as you would hope, given its 23rd May release date) and that means we are getting to see a lot about what the remake has in store. A new short trailer shared on Twitter today contains some fresh footage of the game,...
News Super Nintendo World's Donkey Kong Country Park Delayed To Late 2024
Swinging away from Spring
It was right at the end of 2023 that Universal Studios announced the opening date for its Donkey Kong Country park at Super Nintendo World Japan. It was supposed to be this Spring (any day now, we would assume), but instead, the studio has announced that the opening has been pushed back to "late 2024". The delay was...
News Splatoon And Pokémon Join 'Free Comic Book Day' 2024 Lineup
The action begins early next month
Free Comic Book Day will take place next month on 4th May 2024 and as usual, there will be some video game-themed ones up for grabs. Provided you're located near a participating retailer, this year, you'll be able to get your hands on 'Pokémon Adventures: Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire’, ‘Street Fighter vs...
News Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Introduces Yoshi Ahead Of Next Month's Launch
Coming to Switch this May
Nintendo has been building up excitement for the return of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door with regular reminders the game is on the way. Just earlier this week, its social accounts introduced the main cast of the game and now it seems to be sharing a slightly more detailed breakdown of each character starting with...
Guide Best First-Party Game Boy Games
Nintendo-developed Game Boy games, as ranked by you
21st April 2024 marks the 35th anniversary of Nintendo's Game Boy. Over the next few days, we'll be publishing various features to celebrate three-and-a-half decades of the humble handheld. We kick things off with this reader-ranked list. Remember, this is based on each game's User Rating in our...
Random Latest Fan-Made 'Banjo-Threeie' Trailer Very Nearly Had Us Going
It ain't real, folks!
For years decades now, Banjo-Kazooie fans have been clamouring for a new entry in the dormant platforming franchise, and while 2008's Nuts & Bolts was certainly likeable in its own way, there's just no escaping that niggling thought in the back of our minds: we need 'Banjo-Threeie'. We're not sure what Microsoft is...
News The First Third-Party iOS App Store Hosts A Free Nintendo Emulator
Because of course it does
Apple's latest update for iOS on iPhone has enabled something that the company would have most certainly preferred to keep under lock and key: the ability to download apps from outside the official App Store. The change is a result of the Digital Markets Act in the EU, which is intended to enforce a fairer digital economy...
News Nintendo Releases Princess Peach Hair Clip Crown (Japan)
Celebrating the release of Princess Peach: Showtime!
To celebrate Princess Peach: Showtime! Nintendo has today made a new item available to fans located in Japan. It's a hair clip shaped like Princess Peach's crown. You can see it in all its glory in the photos below. It can be obtained at Nintendo's Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto stores or the official...