Nintendo Direct News
Watch Nintendo Direct February 2019 Broadcast - Live!
35 minutes of greatness awaits
The much-delayed Nintendo Direct is finally here, and we'll be live-streaming it from this very page. Tune in, leave some comments in the chat and make sure you've got a hot beverage ready - it's going to be 35 minutes of pure gaming greatness! <liveblog id="nintendo-direct_2019-02-13_na" tags="#NintendoDirect"...
Feature What We Expect From The February Nintendo Direct
It's only blimmin' happening!
Well, it finally happened. Nintendo has us on such tenterhooks that the announcement of an announcement feels like an event in itself. Although here at NL Towers we avoid reporting on baseless rumours and idle forum speculation, now's the time to indulge our inner fanboys-and-girls. The press release tells us to...
News Nintendo Direct To Air Tomorrow, Wednesday 13th February
It's actually happening
Nintendo has revealed that a brand new Nintendo Direct will air tomorrow, and the internet can finally calm down for a few days. The show will be approximately 35 minutes long and will focus on upcoming Nintendo Switch games, including Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Fire Emblem is currently slated for a spring 2019 release, so...
Talking Point Is A Nintendo Direct Really On The Way?
No smoke without fire, right?
We know you love Nintendo Direct news – who doesn't? These little presentations have long been Nintendo's way of updating us on forthcoming games or revealing entirely new ones, so it's little wonder that everyone gets excited by rumours of new broadcasts, and when they might air. Practically since 2019 began, we've...
News Nintendo's Stance On Directs Hasn't Changed Despite Gap Between Presentations
It'll happen when it's ready
Nintendo fans are hungry for a Nintendo Direct right now. You know that, we know that, and we're pretty sure Nintendo knows that, but there's still no sign of a presentation in our near future. So what's going on? The last Direct presentation we received was on the 1st November - a special Direct which was the last one...
Random Fake Nintendo Direct Announcements Are Fooling People On Social Media
This is why we can't have nice things
If the rumours weren’t enough, there are now cheeky individuals online posting fake notices about supposed upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations. Yep, some people are seemingly so desperate for Nintendo’s next batch of announcements that they've created lookalike accounts and announcements in an attempt to...
Watch The Final Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct - Live!
One last push, and it's out
So this is it. The last ever Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct broadcast. Sniff. We've got 40 minutes of smashing (no pun intended) action to sit through, so let's do it together, OK? Make yourself comfortable, get a hot beverage, put the cat out (if it's on fire) and take the phone off the hook. The broadcast is due to...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct Announced For 1st November
Will feature 40 mins of new information
Nintendo has revealed that yet another Super Smash Bros. Ultimate-themed Nintendo Direct will be taking place on 1st November. The announcement comes from Nintendo's social media channels (as seen below) and Nintendo also tells us that the presentation will "feature approximately 40 minutes of new information...
Round Up Nintendo Direct September 2018 - Every Switch And 3DS Announcement
Animal Crossing, Luigi's Mansion 3, and more!
Nintendo made up for its lacklustre E3 showing yesterday with a Nintendo Direct that harkened back to the glory days. We had massive first and third-party games announced, upcoming huge expansions for our current favourites, and a closer look at a few games we really didn't know much about. But enough...
News Nintendo Partners With Asmodee Digital To Bring Best-Selling Tabletop Games To Switch
Catan, Pandemic, Lord of the Rings and more!
As part of the small avalanche of game announcements that came from yesterday's Nintendo Direct, it was revealed that Asmodee Digital is set to bring a selection of fan-favourite tabletop games to Switch. Full adaptations of best-selling card and board games are on the way, adding yet another dimension...
Opinion What Did You Think Of Today's Nintendo Direct?
So many announcements!
Following last week's Nintendo Direct delay due to the earthquake in Hokkaido, the presentation - hosted by Shinya Takahashi - has now been and gone. The broadcast didn't waste any time, immediately revealing Luigi's Mansion 3 would be coming to the Switch in 2019. A brief segment focused on the 3DS was next in line,...
News Nintendo Direct Reveals New Details On Hairstyling In Pokémon: Let's Go
“Pikachu used Hair Whip! It’s super effective”
While we’ve had a few sneak peeks into the upcoming hairstyle features in Pokémon: Let’s Go, today’s Nintendo Direct finally revealed how you can become the very best Pokémon hairstylist, like no one ever was: using your Switch’s touchscreen. Nintendo announced that petting your partner...
Gallery Check Out The Splatoon 2 Ver.4 Update
Splatoon continues to stay fresh
During today's Nintendo Direct, Nintendo showed off a lengthy trailer for Splatoon 2's latest update, Version 4. In the trailer we got a glimpse at new weapons, stages and fashion items. We've put together a small gallery for you to feast your eyes upon below. Interestingly, one screenshot provided by Nintendo...
News New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Coming to Nintendo Switch in January
164 courses, new characters inbound, too
Nintendo today announced New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, a new version of the Wii U launch title featuring new characters, Nabbit and Toadette. In total the game includes over 164 courses, and introduces and all new character, Peachette, who Toadette transforms into after getting a mushroom. we'll have much...
Watch Nintendo Direct September 2018 Broadcast - Live!
35 minutes of greatness awaits
The much-delayed Nintendo Direct is finally here, and we'll be live-streaming it from this very page. Tune in, leave some comments in the chat and make sure you've got a hot beverage ready - it's going to be 35 minutes of pure gaming greatness! <liveblog id="nintendo-direct_2018-13-09_na" tags="#NintendoDirect"...
News Nintendo Switch Online Will Start On 19th September, More Info Coming In Direct
18th in North America
Nintendo has confirmed that the Nintendo Switch Online service will be going live on 19th September in Europe, and the day before (18th) in North America. The news comes immediately after the confirmation that the recently delayed Nintendo Direct has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Thursday 13th September. All Nintendo...
News Nintendo Direct Officially Rescheduled For Tomorrow, Thursday 13th September
The show must go on!
The news you've all been waiting for is here! As we suggested, the recently announced Nintendo Direct has now been officially rescheduled for Thursday 13th September. As you'll no doubt recall, a Nintendo Direct was announced on Wednesday 5th September. Planned to air the following day, this presentation was going to explore...
Rumour Nintendo Direct To Be Rescheduled For Thursday 13th September
Buckle yourselves in
Update: The official Twitter account for Platinum Train has now confirmed that the tweet posted below is not related to a Nintendo Direct. Our trusted sources still indicate that the Direct will be taking place as explained in the original article, however. Original Article: It's Nintendo Direct rumour time once again,...
News Nintendo Direct Delayed Due To Powerful Earthquake in Hokkaido, Japan
Will reschedule soon
Nintendo's rumoured and then recently announced Nintendo Direct has been delayed due to a powerful earthquake in Hokkaido, Japan. Nintendo of America has delivered the update via its Twitter account: The Direct
News Nintendo Direct Airing Tomorrow To Showcase Upcoming Switch And 3DS Titles
About bloomin' time!
Nintendo has confirmed that a new Nintendo Direct presentation will be airing tomorrow to showcase upcoming Switch and 3DS titles. The confirmation has come via Nintendo's official Twitter channels (as seen below). It will apparently last for 35 minutes, and doesn't appear to include any information on the upcoming Nintendo...
Rumour Yet Another Nintendo Direct To Air Tomorrow, Switch Online Details Incoming?
Update: Nintendo Direct now confirmed
Update: We may have been off by one hour, but it turns out that our sources were indeed correct. Nintendo has now officially announced a Nintendo Direct for tomorrow. Check out the details here. Original Article: It appears that another new Nintendo Direct presentation might be just around the corner,...
Rumour New Nintendo Direct Airing Later Today
Update: The rumours were true, in Nindies form!
Update: The rumours were true! A 2018 Indies Highlights presentation was shared by Nintendo of Europe at the time expected. You can check it out right here. Original Article: It appears that a brand new Nintendo Direct presentation is on the way very, very shortly, airing later today to...
Poll What Did You Think Of The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct?
Have your say
As the dust begins to settle, and as we finally manage to retrieve our well and truly blown-off socks, it seems like now is a good time to take a look back at the shenanigans, reveals, and juicy info that were all present in the recent Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct. Many went into the Direct with a degree of caution,...
Poll What Do You Want From Today's Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct?
New characters? New modes? Or something else?
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is shaping up to be one of the year's biggest releases, certainly for Switch owners. As one of Nintendo's biggest properties - which pulls together characters from a dizzying number of franchises, including a bunch of third-party legends, no less - Smash is the kind of game...
News Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct Livestream Coming This Wednesday
New info delivered by director Masahiro Sakurai
Nintendo has revealed that a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct broadcast will take place this Wednesday at 7AM PT / 10AM ET / 4PM CEST / 3PM BST. The livestream will be presented by none other than director Masahiro Sakurai, and will contain new information on the upcoming...
News Nintendo Is Open To Dropping The 'Direct' Approach At Future E3 Events
A return to traditional conferences?
Nintendo has been putting its own twist on E3 over recent years; the last few shows have seen the likes of 'Nintendo Directs' and 'Digital Events' being presented online, replacing the traditional live conference setup that we still see today from other publishers with a video of pre-recorded footage. It seems...
News GameCube Controllers Will Be Compatible With Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Hello, old friend
The GameCube controller is still considered by many diehard Super Smash Bros. fans as the best way to play the game. Since debuting alongside Super Smash Bros. Melee, Nintendo has been able to make it compatible with Brawl for Wii, and also the Wii U entry in the series.
News Cook Up A Storm With Your Switch When Overcooked! 2 Arrives On 7th August
Whose cuisine reigns supreme?
During the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, Reggie announced a plethora of indie titles were headed to the Switch including Team 17 and Ghost Town Games' Overcooked 2!. According to the press release, the follow-up to the popular 2016 game will be filled to the brim with even more recipes, characters, kitchens...
Watch Nintendo Direct & Nintendo Treehouse Live @ E3 2018
Is your body re3ady?
It's almost time for the big one, Nintendo's E3 showcase titled simply Nintendo Direct: E3 2018. We're expecting a full reveal of Smash Bros. for Nintendo Switch, further details on Metroid Prime 4, potentially an "out today" release of Fortnite and many other announcements. Following that will be Nintendo Treehouse Live - Day 1...
E3 2018 Here's When The Nintendo Direct E3 2018 Takes Place And How You Can Watch
A timely reminder
Today's the day every Nintendo fan has been waiting patiently for - it's the day of the Nintendo Direct E3 2018 broadcast. Rather than hold a live press conference Nintendo has followed the format it has used at recent E3 events and will be broadcasting a pre-recorded presentation at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM BST. As for...
News Don't Forget, Nintendo Direct: E3 2018 Will Kick Off At 5pm BST On 12th June
The broadcast has its official 'title'
With E3 2018 set to kick off later this week, Nintendo has finally decided to unveil the name of its planned broadcast. And - drum roll, please - it's called Nintendo Direct: E3 2018. Okay, it's not the most creative of names considering it's a Nintendo Direct broadcasting during E3 2018, but hey, at least it's...
News Nintendo's E3 2018 Presentation Gets An Official Title
Update: And it's gone
Update: Nintendo has updated its E3 site and has removed any reference to “Nintendo Direct: E3 2018”. The new wording now says: Three days of Nintendo Switch gameplay with Treehouse members and developers, starting right after the video presentation with Super Smash Bros. Original Story: Ever since Nintendo opted...
Feature The Big Nintendo Direct Summary - 8th March
The first big Direct of 2018 pulled no punches
Following the brief yet packed Nintendo Direct Mini back in January, we entered this month's proper-sized Nintendo Direct with equal amounts of excitement and anticipation. What we got were a handful of rumours proved true - including South Park: The Fractured But Whole and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane...
News ARMS US And Canada Online Open Coming This Month
Plus new three-day global testpunch for everyone
US and Canada ARMS players are in for a treat this month as the American Nintendo Direct revealed an upcoming tournament for Switch users from both regions. From 8th March to 18th March, the eight top players ranked in the game's Ranked Battle mode will move on to the online final on 31st March that...
News This Is What Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes Looks Like In Action
Keep an eye on those toilets
New information and gameplay segments from at the latest Nintendo Direct show progress is indeed going smoothly for Suda 51's upcoming Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes. Everyone's favourite Otaku will have to tackle seven different games - each with a unique boss - who were for the first time revealed during...
News Take Centre Court And Trick Shot Your Way To Glory In Mario Tennis Aces This June
That's the 22nd June, to be precise
The March Nintendo Direct has been and gone, and it's left us with some huge new announcements, including a ton of new details for Mario Tennis Aces and a confirmation it's coming this summer on 22nd June. So what's new in the world of Nintendo-related court-side action? There are 15 playable characters to choose...
News Little Nightmares: Complete Edition Mashes Horror And Puzzles On 18th May
Two does of fear in one package
Another rumoured port has proved true thanks to the recent Nintendo Direct with the announcement that Little Nightmares: Complete Edition is headed to Switch this May. The entire game will be headed to the portable console with both Six's story (the yellow-jacketed main character) and the Kid's separate tale included...
News Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition Will Battle On Switch On 18th May
Not too long to wait
Earlier today we covered the trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition on Switch and we learnt that the game would launch in Japan on 22nd March. So this got us wondering when we would get a release in the West. As revealed in today's Nintendo Direct, the US release date for Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition...
News Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Makes The Leap To Switch And 3DS
With new Super Mario Odyssey themed courses!
One of the most underrated but amazing games from the Wii U's library is making the jump to the Switch. The new version of Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker includes new miniature courses based on various Kingdoms in Super Mario Odyssey, which is a welcome addition. Also, anyone can play with a...
News GameCube Classic Luigi's Mansion Rises From The Grave On 3DS This Year
With a new boss rush mode, to boot
GameCube launch title Luigi's Mansion is coming to the 3DS this year, it has been announced. The ghost-busting classic already has a 3DS-exclusive sequel, so it's nice to know we'll get to re-experience the first title on the go as well. The visuals will naturally benefit from 3D effects, but there will also be a...
Watch The European Nintendo Direct Broadcast - Live!
Mario takes the court, but who is joining him?
It's time for some Nintendo Direct action, with a focus on Switch and 3DS games coming in 2018. Expect to see Mario Tennis Aces enter the court, but what else awaits? <liveblog id="nintendo-direct_2018-03-08_eu" tags="#NintendoDirect" video="
Watch The North American Nintendo Direct Broadcast - Live!
Turn on, tune in, drop out
You wanted it, Nintendo has delivered - it's time for a Nintendo Direct! Expect Switch and 3DS news to come thick and fast as we learn more about 2018's hottest games. <liveblog id="nintendo-direct_2018-03-08_na" tags="#NintendoDirect" video="
With his tongue firmly in cheek, we imagine
We're really looking forward to Bayonetta 3 on Switch; we simply cannot wait to take on the role of the titular Umbra Witch as she fights more angels and demons in a world that exists in one of three planes of reality. After the superb first and second titles, it's sure to be her most blissfully...
News Looks Like 3DS Title Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido Is Getting A Switch Upgrade
Leak also confirms Mario Tennis Aces release date
Japanese online retailer Rakuten has leaked information regarding two Switch titles ahead of today's Nintendo Direct broadcast. Sushi Striker: The Way of Sushido - previously confirmed for release on 3DS - has been listed by Rakuten on Switch. Both it and the 3DS...
News Surprise! There's A New Nintendo Direct Coming, And It's Due Tomorrow
Half an hour of games!
Back in January we were treated to a 15-minute Nintendo Direct Mini, complete with reveals and new details for the likes of Dark Souls: Remastered and Mario Tennis Aces, but it was a tad short and left us clamouring for more. Well, Nintendo has heard your cries and it's got a dose of info coming ASAP. In fact, a half-hour...
Video Nintendo's Track Record With Direct Broadcasts Points to Another One Happening Very Soon
The numbers, Mason
People who look for consistency and patterns in Nintendo's thinking often come up with absolutely nothing beyond a Mii in a hot dog costume, but Reddit user Natzore has discovered something of actual worth. Looking through the past schedules for Nintendo Direct presentations, it seems Nintendo has been quick in the past to follow...
Feature Here's What Was Announced During The January 2018 Nintendo Direct Mini
Dark Souls! Donkey Kong Country! Mario Tennis!
After weeks of rumours Nintendo pulled a fast one by dropping a "mini" Nintendo Direct on us today, packed with information about all the lovely new content coming to Switch in the first part of this year. If you're logging on late or simply want a quick guide to what has happened, you've come to the...
News The World Ends With You: Final Remix Heading to Nintendo Switch This Year
The Direct starts with you
Opening today's Nintendo Direct Mini was the announcement that The World Ends With You: Final Remix will be heading to Nintendo Switch. Ten years after the game's original release on Nintendo DS, this remix will allow players to use the traditional touch-screen controls, or the Joy-Con controllers for a fresh style...
News New Battle Pack DLC is Coming to Pokkén Tournament DX Featuring New Characters
Gotta download 'em all
Within the plethora of announcements that have just been released in today's Nintendo Direct Mini comes the news of brand new DLC content coming soon to Pokkén Tournament DX. Releasing as a paid DLC package, the Battle Pack will come in two waves. The first will contain the Pokémon Aegislash as a new playable character with...
News DK Will Star in New DLC Coming to Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle
Bananas!
Some new downloadable content for Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is on the way, starring the wonderfully bananas Donkey Kong. Telling a new story in a new world, this DLC will be available in a brand new pack for the game this spring. You can check out the announcement from the Nintendo Direct Mini that has just been released. Are...
News Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze And Hyrule Warriors Are Coming To Switch
Wii U titles get a new lease of life
Nintendo has confirmed today that Wii U titles Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze and Hyrule Warriors are getting revived on Switch. The two titles were highlights of the previous console cycle but given the Wii U's small install base, many potential players will have missed them (granted, Hyrule Warriors was...
News Nintendo Direct Mini Is Happening Right Now
It's happening!
The Nintendo Direct Mini is happening right now. Yes, you read that correctly. Nintendo really dropped this one on us! Here are the games featured: DARK SOULS™: REMASTERED: The first title in the genre-defining action role-playing franchise is coming to Nintendo Switch. DARK SOULS: REMASTERED includes the Artorias of...
News Nintendo Direct Hype Is Slowly Turning The Internet Insane
He's on fire!
Rumours of a January Nintendo Direct have been circulating for a while now, with hints suggesting that the 11th (that's today, in case you were confused) was the big day. Nintendo usually announces Directs around 24 hours beforehand, so many fans were waiting expectantly for some kind of confirmation yesterday - confirmation which...
News GameStop Tweets About Nintendo Direct, Then Quickly Deletes The Tweet
The cat is out of the bag?
Following reports that Nintendo's Russian office accidentally tipped off fans, this bloody Nintendo Direct business just took another strange turn. Retailer GameStop just issued the following tweet before quickly deleting it: We'd imagine this tweet was supposed to be scheduled for a later date, and accidentally went...
News Nintendo of Russia Appears to Confirm Incoming Nintendo Direct
It's actually happening!
It feels like we have been eagerly awaiting the announcement for a January Nintendo Direct for several decades now; the first rumours and whisperings surrounding the topic only started to appear in November but the level of hype around the event has been even higher than usual. Whilst we are still waiting for a finalised...
Feature What We Expect From The Inevitable January 2018 Nintendo Direct
Ninty needs to come out swinging this month
Now that 2017 has been laid to rest, it’s finally time to turn our attention to 2018 and all the potential Nintendo goodness contained therein. Question is, how does Nintendo follow up a stellar nine-plus months of soaring Switch sales, renewed fan faith, red hot exclusives and (mostly) robust ports?...
News Amazon Switch Game Placeholders Add More Weight To January Nintendo Direct Rumours
"Just announced at the Nintendo Switch Event. Box art coming soon"
The first big Nintendo rumour of 2018 relates to the next Nintendo Direct, which was hinted at by an apparent EA leak last year. The word on the street is that the Direct will take place on January 11th, and while we've not had any official word from Nintendo on this as yet,...
Rumour Leaked EA Email Apparently Confirms January Nintendo Direct
Fe given screen time, too
A Reddit user by the name of OldSoul 2 has apparently been accidentally sent an email by an EA employee which reveals the timing of the next Nintendo Direct, as well as confirmation that Fe is to be shown during the broadcast. Fe is also given a release date of February 18th. While it's hard to verify that...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 2 to Get Japanese Voiceover Option in Free Launch DLC
eShop pre-purchase to also go live
Nintendo has, it seems, been listening to a consistently vocal part of its fanbase in recent times. Plenty have wanted the option to have the 'original' Japanese voice-track as an option in major games, and that's started to - gradually - happen. A post-launch update to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild added...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Gets Expansion Pass and Surprise Breath of the Wild Crossover
Link, what are you wearing?
Nintendo has finished its Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct, and it had a couple of surprises thrown in for good measure. Perhaps unsurprisingly, but still new for the series, is the announcement of an expansion pass. The pass will have a relatively hefty price (EU below), but include five sets of content. When the...
Watch The Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct - Live!
Are you feeling it?
We've not been short of Nintendo Direct broadcasts to enjoy this year, and now we have one dedicated to upcoming Switch title Xenoblade Chronicles 2. It's pleasing to see the big-name title get plenty of attention ahead of release, and we'll no doubt learn a lot about the plot, characters, battle mechanics and the range of...
Feature What We Expect From the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct
Along with every British dialect imaginable
The Nintendo Direct broadcasts keep coming, with a Xenoblade Chronicles 2 special just hours away. It's not necessarily surprising that we're getting this particular presentation - Xenoblade Chronicles X had its own Direct in 2015 - and there's plenty of scope for Nintendo to keep us intrigued with the...
News Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct Coming November 7th
More news on the Switch's biggest JRPG yet
Nintendo has just revealed that it will be broadcasting a Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Nintendo Direct on November 7th. The broadcast takes place at 6am Pacific / 9am Eastern / 2pm UK / 13pm CET. Well be hosting our own live-chat on the day, as usual. Will you be tuning in? What do you hope to see...
Watch The Animal Crossing Mobile Direct - Live!
Welcome...
Announced last year, the Animal Crossing mobile app has remained largely a mystery - until now. Nintendo will share a 15 minute presentation said to be focused solely on the app / game / whatever it is. It's an IP that's arguably perfect for mobile, and we'll see just what Nintendo has planned in this Direct. <liveblog...
Feature Five Things We Expect from the Animal Crossing Mobile Direct
Cuteness being one
Nintendo, to date, has released three core smart device games as part of its mobile strategy (plus the Switch Parental Controls and Nintendo Switch Online apps) but Animal Crossing is arguably the best fit yet. Miitomo was a spin on social media that somewhat lost steam, Super Mario Run gained some early momentum...
News Animal Crossing for Mobile is All Set for a Nintendo Direct Reveal This Week
Broadcast confirmed for 25th October
Update: Nintendo of Europe has confirmed it'll release a localised version of the Direct a few hours after the Japanese video. Nintendo of America has also confirmed the Direct for the initial time of 8pm Pacific / 11pm Eastern, so there'll likely be an English translation for us to watch live. Original...
Poll What Did You Think of the Nintendo Direct?
The dust has settled...
This week we had the second of what is now the 'current' mainline Nintendo Direct format. Yes, we've had showcases, presentations, game-specific Directs and so on, but this week's 45 minute show adopted a similar format to a Spring broadcast - quickfire 'headline' sections for each current console with some extended showcases...
Feature The Big Nintendo Direct Summary - 13th September 2017
Big surprises, some love for the 3DS and hype for Mario
This week Nintendo brought us a lengthy Nintendo Direct; it clocked in at 45 minutes and included four 'showcase' segments and quickfire headline sections. Covering both 3DS and Switch, it packed in a lot of announcements. As expected there were some new announcements, a few slightly out of...
News Scan amiibo In Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga And Stamp Some Sheets
Grab a Goomba
We're rather looking forward to Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions, due on 3DS on 6th October, as it's another chance to play a much-loved game. This remake of the Game Boy Advance classic is shaping up to be yet another great game for Nintendo's veteran handheld. While the game was first revealed at E3, we got...
News Zelda: Breath of the Wild's 'Champions' amiibo Get a Release Date
Will the DLC arrive on the same day?
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is still keeping some of us busy, but eyes are naturally turning towards the Holiday season story add-on as part of the Expansion Pass. We were hoping to learn more about this in the Nintendo Direct but, instead, we got some details on the new Champions amiibo. They'll...
News New Style Boutique 3 Struts Its Stuff In Europe On 24th November
Become a styling star
One surprising announcement during the latest Nintendo Direct was the reveal of New Style Boutique 3 – Styling Star. Despite the series not always receiving the recognition it deserves, it has still managed to build a loyal following over the years. Also known as Girls Mode 4 in Japan, Nintendo Presents: New Style...
News Next Flip Wars Update Adds Local Wireless Play, Class Matches And A New Map
Flipping fantastic!
Flip Wars has been steadily improved since its initial launch in Japan and more recent release in both Europe and North America with ongoing updates. With an online mode now in the game along with achievements, the latest Nintendo Direct has revealed even more content for the Switch eShop exclusive is on the way. The next free...
News Orange & White New Nintendo 2DS XL Arrives In North America On 6th October
Better late than never
After a long wait, the orange and white New Nintendo 2DS XL will finally be making its way to North America on 6th October. Europe received this particular system earlier this year alongside the launch of the 2DS XL. This news follows several other hardware related announcements during the latest Nintendo Direct -...
News Skyrim Begins Its Switch Adventure on 17th November
So there it is
Though the Nintendo Direct didn't tell us much about The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim that we didn't already know, it did fill us in on one key detail - it'll arrive on 17th November. The date has been pegged as November for a little while in some retail listings, but it's nice to have a firm date. Once again the Breath of the Wild-themed...
News New Splatoon 2 Stages and Weaponry Confirmed in Nintendo Direct
Splat-tastic
Though the latest Nintendo Direct had its share of reveals for new games, it also addressed updates for some current gems. This included new stages and weaponry for Splatoon 2, as seen above. First up we have the return of Kelp Dome, which will make its debut in the rotation on 15th September. Then there's Snapper Canal, which has...
News Kirby Will Be Out Of Control When Kirby: Battle Royale Arrives On The Nintendo 3DS
The pink puffball joins fight club
Kirby’s 25th anniversary is well and truly underway, with the latest Nintendo Direct revealing the pink puffball's latest 3DS game originally announced back in Spring. Kirby: Battle Royale appears to be a cuddly and cute version of fight club. In this title, Kirby enters a tournament to face-off against his...
News Project Octopath Traveler Headed To Switch Next Year
But the demo is out today!
In today's Nintendo Direct we learned a little bit more about Square Enix's upcoming RPG Project Octopath Traveler. The game has a "2D-HD" style, which we have to say looks quite charming; it's the work of the producers behind Bravely Default. In the game each character is equipped with different skills which will...
News Snipperclips Plus Launches On The Nintendo Switch On 10th November
Can you cut it a second time round?
When the Nintendo Switch launched earlier this year, one of the go-to eShop titles at the time was Snipperclips - Cut it out, together! It was a title that highlighted the sheer brilliance of the Joy-Cons when two or more people teamed-up. Nintendo has now revealed that an expanded version of the original...
News Mario Party: The Top 100 Will Combine The Best Of The Series On 3DS
Out in November
Nintendo has announced in its latest Direct that Mario Party: The Top 100 - a game containing 100 of the greatest minigames of the franchise's near two-decade history - is coming to the Nintendo 3DS family of systems on November 10th this year. The game will offer multiplayer for up to four friends via Download Play or local...
News Nintendo Builds the Hype for Super Mario Odyssey With a Direct Showcase
Hardware bundle! New Zones! Crazy footage!
Super Mario Odyssey is Nintendo's grade-A release for the Holiday season, and that reputation was reinforced during a 7.5 minute showcase during the Nintendo Direct. You can see the relevant segment below. When focused on gameplay we saw plenty of elements, including new zones, transformations and the...
News Doom Will Bring Hell to Switch This Holiday Season
Gear up, marine
In one of the biggest surprises of today's Nintendo Direct broadcast, Nintendo confirmed that Bethesda's Doom will be coming to the Nintendo Switch in the Holiday season. Originally released in May 2016, it was a critically acclaimed new entry in the series that delivered intense 60FPS gunplay. It's a particularly fascinating...
Explode Creepers on the small screen
Can you ever have too much Minecraft in your life? Maybe you already own two or even three copies, so how about you add another version to your game library? Nintendo’s latest Direct has just revealed yet another iteration of Mojang's highly successful title exclusively for the New Nintendo 3DS line of...
Watch The European Nintendo Direct Broadcast - Live!
Super Mario Odyssey with Switch and 3DS goodness
It is time for a whopper of a Nintendo Direct, with the promise of 45 minutes of gaming goodness. Super Mario Odyssey will feature along with other Switch and 3DS titles; here's hoping for great footage and a surprise or two. <liveblog id="the_european_nintendo_direct_broadcast_-_live"...
Watch The North American Nintendo Direct Broadcast - Live!
Super Mario Odyssey! Switch games! 3DS games!
It's that time, dear readers, for one of Nintendo's gaming extravaganzas. This Nintendo Direct is expected to be 45 minutes, which means plenty of footage - with Super Mario Odyssey confirmed to feature - and hopefully some surprises. <liveblog...
Feature What We Expect from the Nintendo Direct - 13th September
Games galore, Mario, and a reminder it's not all about the Switch
We're gearing up for what could be, potentially, the final or penultimate 'full' Nintendo Direct of 2017; we may see another focused on early 2018 releases in a month or two, or potentially just smaller game-specific broadcasts. Time will tell, but it's always a treat when a full-fat...
News Get Ready for a Nintendo Direct on 13th September
A whopping 45 minutes of it
With the busy pre-Holiday gaming season around the corner, Nintendo is planning to get us all ready with a new Nintendo Direct. It's all going down at 3pm Pacific / 6pm Eastern / 11pm UK / midnight CEST on 13 September (14th September CEST and in Japan / Australia); the announcement is below, outlining the focus of what...
News Online Co-Op in Splatoon 2's Salmon Run Will Be Limited to Specific Times
It's a fishy business
Much of the Splatoon 2 Direct was rather good and full of pleasing details, though one little snippet of info that was snuck into the Salmon Run segment led to understandable disappointment. We initially thought we'd mis-interpreted the video, but Nintendo's press releases have confirmed a surprising limitation with the Salmon...
News Nintendo Switch Online App to Bring Voice Chat and SplatNet 2 to Splatoon 2 Launch
Hook up for online play and track your game progress
During today's Splatoon 2 Direct we got some new details on the game, along with a brief glimpse of the Nintendo Switch Online app for smart devices, and 'SplatNet 2' which will also tie into the service; remember it'll be free for everyone this year. As you can see below, the online app...
Watch The Splatoon 2 Nintendo Direct - Live!
Ink in the start time
As predicted during E3 we have a Splatoon 2 Nintendo Direct which is going to give us a lowdown on this month's big Switch release. Expect to get refreshers on modes and characters along with plenty of stages and new weapons, all with a comedic Research Lab approach. <liveblog id="the_splatoon_2_nintendo_direct_-_live"...
News Splatoon 2 Nintendo Direct Announced For 6th July
Squidding around
Nintendo has announced that a new Splatoon 2 Direct will take place this Thursday in preparation for the release of the squid sequel. The information surrounding the Direct is brief to say the least, stating that Nintendo will be sharing an "in-depth refresher on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game", including "some of the new...
Watch The Dragon Quest XI Nintendo Direct - Live!
Time for the series to finally Switch it up?
Dragon Quest XI is only a month or so from release in Japan on the 3DS along with the PS4, with the portable iteration adopting a different style. That'll no doubt be a feature of this Japanese broadcast, though we hope to see the somewhat mysterious Nintendo Switch version, too. <liveblog...
News Nintendo Direct for Dragon Quest XI Confirmed for Japan This Week
Bringing the heat
It's time to work on our Japanese, because Nintendo Japan has confirmed a Dragon Quest XI Direct for this week. This is likely to promote the upcoming July release of the 3DS version, though naturally plenty will want to see what's happening with the Switch version. You can see the tweet and times below. To translate for you,...
Live Blog Watch the Pokémon Direct - Live!
Written in the stars
It was a pleasant surprise when the big N announced this Pokémon Direct, coming a week ahead of the Nintendo Spotlight and more from E3. This eight minute broadcast will no doubt reveal a new game (and maybe more), and it'll be interesting to see if it matches up to previous Switch rumours. Let's find out!...
News Get Ready for a Pokémon Direct on 6th June
Time for a 'Star' turn?
Well, here's a pleasant surprise, we have a high-profile Nintendo Direct on the way, and for one of the most lucrative gaming franchises in the industry. It's a Pokémon Direct, and is happening on 6th June at 7am Pacific / 10am Eastern / 3pm UK / 4pm CEST. According to Nintendo of America it will be eight...
Feature The Big ARMS Direct Summary and the Key Question - Did It Win You Over?
We've run out of ARMS puns
Nintendo can't be accused of not pushing the message that ARMS can be the next big thing. It's had a prominent role in two consecutive Nintendo Directs, the second of which was dedicated almost entirely to the game, and it revealed details that demonstrate a willingness to ensure that - from day one - there'll be a solid...
News ARMS Will Adopt the Splatoon Model of Free Content Updates
Won't cost an ARM and a leg
Nintendo, slowly and surely, has been warming to the 'game as live service' approach that is proving popular (and lucrative) for various triple-A games. Splatoon on Wii U was relatively light in content on day one but expanded a great deal with a lot of free content, and this also happened on a smaller scale...
News The ARMS Global Testpunch Begins On May 26th
Get ready to rumble
During today's special Nintendo Direct the company announced that it will be holding an online trial of ARMS. They've borrowed a page from the Splatoon playbook and have dubbed this the "Global Testpunch". The Testpunch will start on 26th May and continue through the 28th (27th and 28th in Europe due to timezones), then...
Live Blog Watch the ARMS Direct and New Splatoon 2 Trailer - Live!
No 'arm in giving it a watch
In what is very likely the last Nintendo Direct before E3, Nintendo is shining the spotlight on upcoming Switch title ARMS, promising a 'deep dive' into the fighting game. It's also going to feature a new trailer for Splatoon 2 at the end, so it's worth staying tuned for the duration. <time>11pm 17th May...
Talking Point ARMS Has Plenty to Prove In Its Nintendo Direct
Needs to come out swinging
The Nintendo Life team enjoys a good old-fashioned gaming debate, and one game is guaranteed to split the team roughly down the middle - ARMS. During Nintendo's January reveal of the Nintendo Switch the company unleashed a couple of oddball reveals - there was the quirky advert for 1-2-Switch, and then there was a battle...
News Nintendo Direct for ARMS is Coming on 17th May
New Splatoon 2 trailer to air, too
Nintendo is banking on ARMS to be its next big-hitting new IP, and a title to utilise the various capabilities of the Joy-Con controllers. A potentially unique spin on multiplayer and motion gaming, the big N will be giving it a pitch in an upcoming Nintendo Direct - or 'ARMS Direct' - on 17th May. It's taking...
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