Tag: Psa
PSA Buy A Select Digital Game And Get A Switch Online "14-Day Free Trial" (Canada)
"That's twice as long as usual"
Nintendo Canada is currently offering a "14-day free trial membership" to the Switch Online service when you purchase select digital titles. As you might already know, that's twice as long as the usual trial! If you purchase any of the following titles digitally from the eShop between now and the end of October,...
PSA LEGO Retiring Multiple Nintendo Sets (UK)
Get 'em while you can
LEGO is always bringing out new themed sets, but as part of this, it's constantly winding down the production of existing sets. With this in mind, it's retiring some rather big Nintendo sets in the UK, with some other themed gaming sets also scheduled to end their run. Some Nintendo sets are also being retired in the US and...
PSA Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Has Reportedly Leaked Online In Full
Update: It might not be all that bad
Update [Mon 16th Sep, 2024 15:30 BST]: While it seems as though a few folks may have gotten their hands on early copies of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, initial reports that the game is accessible via emulators may have been premature. Evidence that the game is out there is certainly available...
PSA Get 50% Off 'Mushihimesama' Before Its Switch eShop Delisting This Week
Hurry!
Last month, we reported on the rather sad news that Mushihimesama, the wonderful bullet-hell shmup from developer Cave, would soon be delisted from the Switch eShop. Well folks, there isn't much time left. Mushihimesama will disappear from the digital storefront later this week on 10th August 2024. If you're on the fence about whether to...
PSA Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Switch Digital Pre-Orders "Opening Soon"
CEO says there were "no requests for changes to the game"
Update: Digital pre-orders for Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP will go live on 9th August 2024. Check out our updated story for more information: <related ids="167609"> Original: Although physical pre-orders for Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP have already gone live, we're still actually waiting...
PSA Receive 1,000 Gold Points With This Switch Online Family Membership Offer (North America)
A "limited time" offer
Nintendo is currently running a "limited time" promotion where you can earn 1,000 My Nintendo Gold Points when you purchase or renew a 12 month family membership for NSO or the Expansion Pack service. This offer is currently open to residents located in North America and will be available until 11th August 2024. These Gold...
PSA Smash Bros. Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Spirits Now Permanently Available
Following a limited-timed event earlier this year
Earlier this year as part of the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fifth anniversary celebrations, Nintendo added brand new spirits to the game. This included all sorts of franchises and one of the highlights was the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet spirit collection. If you didn't manage to get them back in...
PSA Metroid Zero Mission's Fusion Gallery Is Already Unlocked On Switch
No link cables required!
Last week was very busy in the land of Nintendo with a new Direct and all sorts of announcements including a new batch of Switch Online titles. One of the releases happened to be the Game Boy Advance classic Metroid: Zero Mission. If you weren't already aware, this game comes with a special Metroid Fusion gallery. As...
PSA Splatoon 3 News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Banner
Celebrating the winners of the World Championship
Update [Wed 24th Jul, 2024 10:00 BST]: Following Nintendo's revokement of team Jackpot's Splatoon 3 World Championship 2024 first-place victory, the free in-game banner is planned to be removed in a future update for the game. <related ids="169324"> Original story [Wed 5th Jun, 2024 02:15...
A "PSA" from Atooi following the 3DS online shutdown
Following the shutdown of online play for the 3DS and Wii U yesterday, Atooi founder Jools Watsham has issued a special PSA to "Nintendo 3DS owners and fans of Chicken Wiggle". All of the 3DS community levels that were uploaded to Chicken Wiggle during its lifecycle will be made available to...
News It's Over! Nintendo Shuts Down Online Servers For 3DS And Wii U
Thanks for the memories
Nintendo previously confirmed it would end "online play and other functionality" for the 3DS and Wii U in April 2024 and we've now reached the exact date of this shutdown, so this is it! The online services for both of these systems have been officially discontinued - marking the end of Nintendo's Network generation...
Reminder Nintendo Is Ending 3DS And Wii U Online Play Early Next Month
The official shutdown is almost here
In case you missed it, Nintendo is shutting down online play and other functionality for the 3DS and Wii U early next month. As we get closer to this deadline, Nintendo's Japanese social media accounts have been issuing regular PSA. The latest one was posted earlier this week, once again reminding everyone...
News More Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo Are Getting Restocked
Arriving next month
If you're planning to collect the full line of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo now that the final figure (Sora from Kingdom Hearts) has been released, you might actually have a chance of completing this goal with ongoing restocks in recent weeks. As highlighted by Comicbook.com, amiibo hunters in North America wi
PSA You Have Until Next Week To Add "Unused" 3DS And Wii U Funds To Your Nintendo Account
The deadline is almost here
As we get closer to the official shutdown of online play and other functionality for the 3DS and Wii U next month, Nintendo has issued a reminder this week to merge your unused eShop balance while you still can. If you haven't already, now is the time to add these funds to your Nintendo Account, so they can then be used...
News Nintendo Store Restocks Pokémon amiibo In Select Regions
Celebrating Pokémon Day 2024
We've got some good news for Pokémon fans and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo collectors. In celebration of Pokémon Day 2024, Nintendo has restocked its official online stores with select Pokémon amiibo. The Pokémon included in this restock are Pikachu, Squirtle, Ivysaur, Charizard, Mewtwo, Lucario, Greninja and...
PSA If You're Still Watching Sonic Prime, Season 3 Is Available Now
Sonic Vs. Nine
Netflix is cranking out new seasons of Sonic Prime seemingly faster than the 'Blue Blur' himself, with Season 3 now available to watch in its entirety. It doesn't seem that long that we were first reporting on the animated show and speculating what it would all be about, but now the story is kicking into high gear with Sonic going...
PSA Pokémon Concierge Debuts On Netflix Today
Enjoy your stay
First announced back in February 2023, the new stop-motion animation series Pokémon Concierge is now available to watch on Netflix. Developed by The Pokémon Company, Dwarf Studios, and Netflix Animation, Pokémon Concierge follows protagonist Haru, who takes on a job as concierge at the idyllic 'Pokémon Resort'. Her role is to...
PSA Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Celebrate Holidays With Delibird-Themed Events
Outbreaks, Tera Raids - it's a holiday special!
The holidays are very close right now, but there's no need to wait for Delibird to come down the chimney and deliver your presents — you can go catch them right now in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. There are actually two different Delibird-esque events going on right now in Paldea. First up, let's...
News Super Mario RPG Switch Leaked Online Ahead Of Next Week's Release
It's happened again
Following a Super Mario Bros. Wonder leak in October, it looks like Super Mario RPG for Switch has now also been made available ahead of its official launch next week. Although the game isn't out until 17th November, dataminer 'OatmealDome' has confirmed the game has now been "leaked to the inter
PSA Don't Forget The Meaty Downloads Required For Metal Gear Solid's Physical Edition
Snakey
If you are considering picking up the physical edition of Konami's Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, you might want to bear in mind just how little is packed onto the cart without completing some rather meaty updates. We have known that the Master Collection Vol. 1 on Switch would require a good number of downloads for some time...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Leaked Online Ahead Of Next Week's Release
Watch out for spoilers
Another anticipated Nintendo Switch exclusive has been leaked online. This time it's Super Mario Bros. Wonder, due out next week on 20th October. After the voice of the new Mario was confirmed on Friday, there are now multiple reports suggesting Mario Wonder's ROM file is being distributed online. This new game is also being...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Light up Link with this tasty skewer
Nintendo has been offering free in-game item drops for some time now in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and in case you missed it, the latest items can now be claimed via the Switch news channel. This time you'll receive three glowing cave fish and two brightcaps which will illuminate Link in areas...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Get an Octo Balloon, Rocket & Traveler's Shield
Nintendo is offering a new in-game item drop for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. To claim these items, you'll need to head on over to the Switch news channel. This latest one allows you to redeem an Octo Balloon, Rocket & Traveler's Shield which you can fuse together and then go high in...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Switch Leaks Surface Online Ahead Of Launch
Watch out for spoilers
NetherRealm's new game Mortal Kombat 1 is just weeks out from release, but unfortunately, it's the latest victim of a leak. According to a report from MP1st, some stores in certain locations around the world are already selling physical copies of the title, and one individual has managed to get hold of a Switch copy of the...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Get an opal and magic rod
It's a new week and that means another in-game item drop for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. As usual, you'll be able to access these items directly from the Switch news channel. This latest one allows players to redeem an opal and a magic rod to create an elemental weapon. Here the steps you'll need to follow...
PSA Pokémon Scarlet And Violet's DLC Has Reportedly Leaked
Watch out for spoilers!
Ahead of the launch of the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet DLC on 13th September, there's reportedly been a leak. As highlighted by Polygon, "renders of new Pokémon and Pokémon forms" from part one 'The Teal Mask' are apparently doing the rounds on social media and elsewhere online. There are supposedly some other details...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Go shield surfing in Hyrule this weekend
Following another update for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom earlier this week, Nintendo has now posted a new story on the Switch news channel about shield surfing. Yes, in this latest post, players will be able to redeem a Soldier's Shield and Cart to go shield surfing in the land of Hyrule. Just...
PSA Nintendo Giving Out Free 'Golden Apple' In Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
Grab it while you can
Early last month, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom got another update - bumping the game up to a new build and adding a special feature allowing Switch users to redeem items from the system's news channel in the game. Nintendo has been making use of this feature ever since - with a number of free item giveaways. In...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Craft a makeshift whip
Nintendo hasn't wasted any time making use of the returning feature for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom where players redeem items from the Switch's news channel. Now, in the third free item giveaway, it's offering a Lizalfos tail and a Traveler's Sword to "whip enemies into shape". Yes, in this item crafting...
PSA For Goodness Sake, Don't Fall For This Nintendo Switch 2 'Leak'
Fake to the max
Now that the Nintendo Switch is in the seventh year of its lifespan, rumours and speculation naturally turn to its inevitable successor. Even Nintendo itself has admitted that "it will not be easy for hardware sales to continue at the same pace going forward as seen in the past few years", signaling that although the console is...
PSA Pikmin 4 Has Already Leaked Online, Watch Out For Spoilers
Not again!
Nintendo is days out from releasing Pikmin 4 on the Switch, but unfortunately, the game has already been leaked online. According to multiple reports, the ROM is now on the internet. We've taken a look and it seems some people in certain parts of the world have already got their hands on early copies of the game. It means you might want...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Offering Free In-Game Items
"Receive two whole Dazzlefruit"
Nintendo, as you might recall, recently released an update at the start of this month for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - adding a feature that allows users to redeem in-game items from the Switch's news channel. Following on from the free Hylian Shroom and Solider's Broadsword distribution in the...
PSA Pikmin 4 Preload Now Live On Nintendo Switch
Make some space for these little buds
Pikmin 4 is just a week out, and if you happen to have preordered a digital copy of the game from the Switch eShop, you can now preload it. The game download should already be underway unless you need to free up some space on your system or have certain other settings disabled. While the demo was only around...
PSA Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom News Channel Giving Out Free In-Game Items
Receive a mushroom and sword
Nintendo released a new update for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom earlier this week, bumping the game up to Version 1.2.0. The main addition to this update was a feature that allows users to redeem items from Switch's news channel. Provided you've updated your game, you can now receive a mushroom and...
PSA New Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Event And Mystery Gift Now Live
Your chance for a shiny Chest Form Gimmighoul
During the June 2023 Nintendo Direct, and after we got a look at Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's upcoming DLC, The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero, it was revealed that a brand new Tera Raid Battle Event is live and a new Mystery Gift Code is being handed out. The Direct was stuffed full of announcements,...
News Pikachu Talk App For Google Home & Assistant Devices "Won't Be Available" Soon
Goodbye, Pikachu
It appears the 'Pikachu Talk' app available for Google Home and Assistant devices is finishing up later this month. As you might recall, this device allowed fans of Pikachu to casually chat with him in the comfort of their own home. You could ask him all sorts of questions and he would respond with classic phrases like "Pika-pi!"...
PSA Zelda: TOTK Pro Controller Drifting After A Few Hours? It Might Just Need Recalibrating
Put the soldering iron away for now
One of the hottest items off the back of the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, was the game's special edition Pro Controller. These items sold out quicker than you could say "Ultrahand", and we can't say that we were all that surprised. Yes, the single white handle is a slightly rogue design...
PSA Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Walking Wake And Iron Leaves Tera Raids Return
Until 14th May
Walking Wake and Iron Leaves, the two new Paradox Pokémon introduced on Pokémon Day 2023, have returned to Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Tera Raids. From today, 1st May, until 14th May, you can challenge either Paradox Suicune or Paradox Virizion with the Water or Psychic Tera type, respectively, during 5-star Tera Raids (via...
PSA 3DS And Wii U eShop Download Codes Can No Longer Be Redeemed
"Thank you for playing"
Last week, after ending 3DS and Wii U eShop sales, Nintendo announced it would be extending the period to redeem a code to make up for certain technical difficulties. The new date was extended until 4th April 2023 in Japan, and that means this extra time to redeem codes has now also ended here in the west. This marks the end...
PSA Pokémon Bank Is Now "Free To Use" On Nintendo 3DS
Update: Poké Transporter issues resolved
Update #2: The login issues appear to have been resolved, and everyone with the Poké Transporter installed on 3DS should now be able to access it. Update #1: We've had a slight development, with word quickly spreading online that the Poké Transporter is not working for some users. We booted up the...
PSA A New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Battle Is Now Live
Catch a Blissey
Earlier this week, The Pokémon Company announced its next Tera Raid Battle for the Switch release Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. This event is now officially underway - running from now until 26th March. Trainers will be able to catch a Blissey. These Blissey come in various Tera Types and will also yield some delightful rewards...
PSA Minecraft Bug Prevents Game From Loading On Switch
Update: Mojang resolves issue in latest patch
Update [Tue 21st Mar, 2023 03:30 GMT]: An update has officially arrived for Minecraft Bedrock Edition - resolving several issues including the one that was causing the game to get stuck at 66% when loading at launch. "Fixed an issue that could cause the game to get stuck at 66% when loading at launch...
PSA You Only Have One Week To Purchase 3DS And Wii U eShop Games
Can we panic yet?
March 27th, 2023. Judgement Day. The day when Skynet will rain nuclear fire upon the earth and send a Terminator back in time to... Hang on. Sorry, wrong script. Two secs... March 27th, 2023. The day when the 3DS and Wii U eShops will shut down permanently, preventing users from purchasing new games and downloadable content. It's...
PSA A New Limited-Time Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Tera Raid Battle Is Now Live
Catch a Decidueye
Earlier in March, The Pokémon Company announced its next 7-Star Tera Raid for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. It's now officially arrived, with trainers around the world now able to catch a Decidueye with the Mightiest Mark. This Pokémon will be available from 17th March until 19th March in black crystal Tera Raids and once again...
News Capcom Reminds Monster Hunter Fans To Grab 3DS & Wii U Entries Before eShop Closure
"These games will no longer be available"
We're getting closer each day to the shutdown of the 3DS and Wii U eShop services. Many companies have been issuing reminders to grab their games on these platforms before its closed, and now Capcom has joined in with a PSA regarding the Monster Hunter games. On the company's official Monster Hunter social...
PSA Watch Out, Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Art Book Spoilers Have Leaked Online
Start muting those keywords
It seems that a significant number of images from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom art book have leaked online. The art book in question is supposedly the same one that's included with the Collector's Edition of the game, so while there doesn't appear to be anything earth-shatteringly devastating in terms of...
PSA Don't Worry, 3DS System Transfers Will Still Be Possible Following eShop Closure
Well, that's something at least!
As you will all likely know by now (we hope), the 3DS and Wii U eShops will no longer allow users to purchase or download new games onto their systems come March 27th, 2023. Nintendo has been reasonably forthright regarding what will and won't be possible after this date, but one question that's been lingering in...
PSA Watch Out, Fire Emblem Engage Leaks Are Appearing Online
The scales are tipping
Fire Emblem Engage is out this Friday, but some lucky people have already got their hands on the game. According to Fendoreo1 on ResetEra (don't click the link if you want to avoid spoilers), someone is currently playing through the entirety of Fire Emblem Engage and posting their impressions online — including screenshots...
PSA A Free Sonic Frontiers Demo Is Now Available On The eShop
Update: Available in America and Europe
Update #2 [Fri 6th Jan, 2023 01:25 GMT]: This same demo is now available on the Switch eShop in America and Europe. Sonic Frontiers is also currently on sale in select locations. Update [Sun 18th Dec, 2022 04:30 GMT]: Sonic Frontiers game director Morio Kishimoto has announced on social media this same demo...
PSA Splatoon 3's First Big Run Event Kicks Off Today (North America)
Defend Wahoo World
The debut of Splatoon 3's new recurring event, Big Run, has felt like a long time coming, but today (9th December) the wait is finally over. Kicking off at 4pm PT (those of us in Europe will have to wait until the early hours of the morning on the 10th) those pesky Salmonids are heading for Wahoo World and it's up to us to stop...
