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August 23, 2017

Nominations Open For The 2017 Hall Of Fame Class

by - 12:53 pm EDT
Total comments: 29

If you think we should enshrine Space Station Silicon Valley, we want to hear from you.

(Originally posted on our Patreon.)

Now that the first class of the NWR Hall of Fame has been duly enshrined, it's time to determine the next class.

Nominations are now being accepted by email at hof@nintendoworldreport.com for this year's class. These should be the best of the best of the best.... Read more...

Rocket League Reveals Mario And Metroid Series Vehicles

by Donald Theriault - 12:21 pm EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Psyonix

The Samus car trained with the Federation in Blast Ball.

Rocket League will be getting a boost with Mario, Luigi, and Samus themed car livery.

The supersonic acrobatic rocket-powered battle cars will have Mario, Luigi and Metroid themes available on Switch in addition to Mario and Luigi hats for existing vehicles. The Mario car and one Metroid color... Read more...

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle Announces Season Pass Switch

by Donald Theriault - 12:08 pm EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Ubisoft

Ubisoft policy, Nintendo pricing.

Mario + Rabbids will have some options for expansion available.

A season pass will be offered for the August 29 releasing strategy game. Priced at US$20 or equivalent, the pass will feature three parts:

8 new "steampunk" weapons available from day 1 New solo and co-op maps available in fall 2017 "New, unexpected story content" in 2018

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August 22, 2017

European Release Date For Fire Emblem Warriors Announced With New Limited Edition 3DSSwitch

by Donald Theriault - 4:46 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo

There's enough music there to choke Xander's horse.

Europe will be getting their hack and slash on in mid-October.

Nintendo of Europe has announced that Fire Emblem Warriors will release on 20 October, with both the New 3DS and Switch versions of the game hitting. The new Fire Emblem Amiibo announced at E3 of Chrom (Fire Emblem Awakening) and Tiki (multiple games) will release on the same day.

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Switch eShop Adds Paypal Support; Cross-Region Buying Not Yet Supported Switch

by Donald Theriault - 4:43 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

For the next step, I'll give them a direct line to my bank account.

There's a new option for Switch buyers without credit cards, though you may need a few accounts.

Nintendo has added the option for payment via PayPal on the Switch eShop. The service allows for purchases online to be made without giving credit card information directly or even through a bank account.

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Super Nintendo New 3DSXL Coming To Europe Along With New Nintendo Selects 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 4:37 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo of Europe

Thank Arceus the Switch is region free.

The Super NES Classic Mini won't be the only love shown to Nintendo's 16-bit powerhouse this autumn in Europe.

A previously Japan-only New 3DS with a Super Famicom-inspired design is being released in Europe on 13 October. As with the Japanese design, the outer sides are designed like the region's system while the buttons are colored in the same fashion as the Super Nintendo controller.

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Super NES Classic Mini Adds Rewind Function: Preorders Opening Classic

by Donald Theriault - 4:22 am EDT
Total comments: 17 Source: Nintendo

Unexpected Hadouken in Street Fighter? THAT NEVER HAPPENED.

The Super NES Classic Mini is packing some powerful modern conveniences under its hood.

A new trailer released this morning shows that all SNES Classic games will feature a rewind option. The time will depend on the game, as Super Mario World can rewind 40 seconds while Super Mario RPG can rewind for several minutes. Special border designs will also be available to fill wide screens.

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Splatoon 2 Version 1.2 Update Available With Two New Stages, New Special Weapon And Fixes Switch

by Donald Theriault - 4:13 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

Expect to see a lot of bubbles when fighting for flight (or invisibility).

Splatoon 2 has updated, bringing a host of changes and some new toys to play with.

The most immediate change is a new Salmon Run stage called Lost Outpost, which is immediately available. Manta Maria is a new main stage for Turf War and ranked modes and will be available on standard update time... Read more...

New ARMS Fighter Announced, Testpunch Returns This Weekend Switch

by Donald Theriault - 4:02 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo

Pop pop pop because the party never stops.

The next update for ARMS will add a new fighter, while those still on the fence will have a free weekend to try it out.

Lola Pop is the newest pugilist to enter the ARMS arena. A colorfully-dressed clown, Lola can inflate her body to add a reach or defensive advantage. Aside from the three new ARMS, Lola will also come with a new stage.

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August 21, 2017

Zoink, EA Bringing Fe To Switch In 2018 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 10:54 am EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: EA

A cute little cub in a frightening forest.

EA's Gamescom press briefing featured a new Switch game announcement.

Zoink Games (Stick it to the Man, Flipping Death) will be developing Fe under the EA Originals independent publishing program. The game was first announced at EA Play 2016, though the Switch was added to the platform list today.

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Fear Effect Reinvented To Scare Switch Next Year

by Donald Theriault - 5:59 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Square Enix

Some love from the Eidos side of Square Enix.

The newest Switch title from Square Enix is a remake of an industry first.

1998 survival horror title Fear Effect is being remade for Switch along with other platforms for a 2018 release. Fear Effect Reinvented is a new title from the Square Enix Collective program which allows independent developers... Read more...

August 18, 2017

Pokemon Ultra Sun And Ultra Moon Feature Larger World, New Z-Moves 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 9:47 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Pokemon Company

Some news to kick off the World Championships.

New news has emerged about Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon to coincide with the World Pokémon Championships.

Two trailers were released this morning showing new looks for the trainers and Alola regions, as well as new Z-moves like "Clangorous Soulblaze" for Kommo-o which raises its stats and damages all enemies on the screen.

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Pokemon Gold And Silver Receiving Code-in-box Release For Europe 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 6:02 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo of Europe

And no, that's not a typo on the rating. Blame the Game Corner.

European Pokémon fans will be able to pick up some shiny boxes on 22 September.

Nintendo of Europe will release special boxed versions of Pokémon Gold and Silver for 3DS Virtual Console on the 22nd. The boxes will contain download codes for the respective version's VC releases.

No pricing details were given for the boxes, though they reveal the file size of the game as 130 blocks (just over 16MB).

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August 17, 2017

Nintendo Sales Party: July 2017 US NPD Group Results

by Donald Theriault - 4:01 pm EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: NPD Group

That's wangernumb!

Nintendo's big US software dropped paid off big in July, according to the NPD Group's latest sales survey.

Although an exact figure was not provided, according to NPD "The Nintendo Switch was July's best-selling hardware platform, driven by new inventory released in support of the launch of Splatoon... Read more...

Splatoon 2 Bundle Coming To North America; Next Splatfest Announced Switch

by Donald Theriault - 7:14 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

If you're not using those JoyCons, please forward them to Justin Berube.

The freshest JoyCons imaginable are headed to North American Walmart stores.

Nintendo has announced a Switch Splatoon 2 bundle will release in North America on September 8 as a Walmart exclusive. The bundle will have a US MSRP of $379.99 and include a download code, carrying case and pink/green... Read more...

MixedBag Bringing Three Games To Switch In 2017: First Release Next Week Switch

by Donald Theriault - 7:02 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: MixedBag

MixedBag will lean heavy on the adventure.

Italian developers MixedBag have announced three games for the Switch intended to release this year, with the first one coming next week.

The MixedBag slate will start with forma.8, which released on New 3DS and Wii U back in February. The atmospheric platformer will release on the Switch next week for $9.99 / €9.99 / £8.99.

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Nintendo Downloads - August 17, 2017 Switch3DS

by Donald Theriault - 6:04 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo

Starring chili dogs and wiggling chickens.

The two big games of the week are across two systems as Sonic Mania has already been dropped, while the 3DS gets the first post-Renegade Kid product of Jools Watsham with Chicken Wiggle. The former is created by modders, while the latter comes with its own modding tools. Which one's the more fun platformer? We'll leave that up to you. Jared reviewed Sonic Mania for us, while Matt West's review of Chicken Wiggle should be up shortly.

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August 10, 2017

Curve Digital Announces A Knight's Quest For 2018 Release Switch

by Donald Theriault - 8:22 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Curve Digital

Magical vases are not to be messed with.

Curve Digital's newest publishing project will land on the Switch next year.

The prolific independent publishers have picked up a new title called A Knight's Quest, and will release the game on multiple platforms including the Switch next year. Developed by a two person team from Toronto, Ontario, Canada, it is a 3D adventure game that involves traversing a large world to tame spirits freed after an incident with a magical vase.

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Etrian Odyssey V Maps Out October Release For North America 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 8:13 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Atlus

The misadventures of Fight and Heal will arrive mid-month.

Be sure to have a mapping stylus ready for October 17.

Atlus has announced that date for the release of Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth for the Americas. The European release date is to be announced at a later date.

As with prior Etrian Odyssey titles, launch copies of V will include an artbook and soundtrack sampler CD.

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Nintendo Downloads - August 10, 2017 Switch3DSWiiU

by Donald Theriault - 6:06 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo

One of the big ones is already out the door.

Another week, another round of big indie Switch titles from North America for your perusal. We've already had one come out this week with Severed, but the rest of the brigade looks strong as well with puzzle/strategy hybrid Ironcast, Phantom Trigger, and Rocket Fist out and most have reviews with us. (Severed, Ironcast, Rocket Fist). Nintendo Direct veteran Flip Wars - previously known as Project Mekuru - is also finally out for North America.

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