Tag: Reminders
News Splatoon 3's New amiibo Are Now Available, Will You Be Getting Them?
The Grand Festival takes place next week
Alongside the Splatoon 3 Grand Festival announcement, Nintendo revealed two new amiibo sets would be launching in September. Here's your reminder that they're now available! The two sets up for grabs include the 'Side Order Set' (Pearl & Marina) and the Alterna Set (Callie & Marie). Each figure also...
News Two Zelda amiibo Restocked Ahead Of Echoes Of Wisdom Launch (US)
Secure yours today
Update [Sun 1st Sep, 2024 00:30 BST]: Nintendo has now issued a formal reminder about US restocks of select amiibo ahead of the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Once again, this includes the Link's Awakening amiibo and the Wind Waker Zelda amiibo. Original article [Thu 15th Aug, 2024 01:45 BST]:
News Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club Demo Update Now Live
Investigate Chapter 3 "The Language of Flowers"
Emio - The Smiling Man: Famicom Detective Club launches on the Switch this week, and ahead of its arrival, Nintendo has now made the "third and final chapter" in the free demo available. Chapter 3 is officially titled "The Language of Flowers" and touches on a detective's past and two siblings who are...
News Nintendo Reminds Us It's Not Ready To Announce The "Switch Successor"
For the second week in a row...
There's already a lot of excitement for the Switch successor, but Nintendo has made it clear it's not ready to announce or reveal this device just yet. In case you missed it, the most recent reminder was issued alongside the Partner Showcase and Indie World announcement, with the company mentioning how there would be...
News Edgeworth Reminds Us About The Pre-Order Bonus With 'Ace Attorney Investigations Collection'
Gumshoe: "We've gotta buy it right now"
Capcom's Ace Attorney Investigations Collection is out next month on 6th September 2024 and if you're looking for a reason to pre-order it, the prosecutor Miles Edgeworth has put forth a strong case. Players who pre-order the game now will get the bonus of "5 arranged tracks from the second game,...
Reminder Dredge's New Expansion Update 'The Iron Rig' Is Out Now
More DLC has arrived!
Update [Fri 16th Aug, 2024 06:00 BST]: The new expansion for Dredge 'Iron Rig' is out now on the Switch eShop. You can see what it has to offer in the original post below. Nintendo has also uploaded a launch trailer. Original article [Sat 8th Jun, 2024 22:00 BST]: The spooky fishing sim Dredge is getting its next dose...
News Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes Adds A New DLC Fighter
Welcome, Uzuki
The Arc System Works fighting game UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH II Sys:Celes this week added a new playable character to the roster. In case you missed the previous announcement, it's Uzuki "the witness of all deaths" and "the Black Monger who lurks in the night". The Uzuki DLC will set you back $4.99 USD (or your regional equivalent) and...
Reminder SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos Is Now Available For Switch
Another star-studded crossover returns
After a surprise announcement at EVO 2024, SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos is now officially available on the Switch eShop for $19.99 / £17.99. This release revives the 2003 arcade hit and brings it back "better than ever" with 36 iconic characters, brand-new rollback netcode and tournament modes, a new hitbox...
News Nintendo Switch Sports Free Basketball Update Now Live, Here's What's Included
Shoot some hoops today
After revealing Basketball would be coming to Nintendo Switch Sports recently, Nintendo has now officially released this free court sport update. As already revealed, it comes with a trio of different game modes including two-on-two matches, a solo three-point contest, and a 'Five Streak Battle'. Included with this is local...
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...
News New Switch Game Trial Now Available To Subscribers (North America)
Just in time for Darkest Dungeon II
Red Hook Studios this week confirmed Darkest Dungeon II would be making the journey across to the Switch this July, and if you've still not played the first game and happen to be an NSO subscriber, now is your chance. Nintendo is currently offering Switch Online members a free trial of the first Darkest Dungeon...
News Switch Online's "Mature" Nintendo 64 App Is Now Available In The West
It comes loaded with two first-person shooters
In case you somehow missed it earlier on, Nintendo has finally rolled out its "mature" rated Nintendo 64 app for Switch Online users here in the West. This was announced alongside the return of Turok: Dinosaur Hunter and Rare's legendary title Perfect Dark - "now with online multiplayer". This app is...
News Minecraft's 'Tricky Trials' Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Trial chambers, new mobs and much more
Here's your reminder that Minecraft's Tricky Trials Update has finally arrived. There's even alaunch trailer to go with it, which you can view above. This update comes with Tricky Trials - a new structure filled with traps, tricks, and treasures which you can run though solo or with friends. Apart from this,...
News The Legend Of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak Demo Now Available On Switch eShop
Here's a new trailer to go with it
In case you missed the initial announcement, The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak has a new demo, and it can now be downloaded on the Switch eShop. As we previously mentioned, the demo for this turn-based RPG will allow you to play through the game's prologue and you can even carry across your save date...
Reminder Paper Mario TTYD Can Be Redeemed With A Switch Game Voucher
Save on two digital games
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door has officially arrived on the Switch this week, and if you haven't already got your hands on it, there's one other way you can claim it. Nintendo has added this new release to its Switch game voucher service, where online members can get a pair of vouchers for the price of $99.98 USD (or...
News Warhammer 40K: Boltgun 'Forges Of Corruption' Paid Campaign Now Available
Horde Mode has also been added as a free update
Update [Thu 4th Jul, 2024 01:55 BST]: Following an announcement in May, the retro-inspired shooter Warhammer 40,000 Boltgun has now released its new paid DLC expansion 'Forges of Corruption'. It comes loaded with a brand new campaign featuring five levels and varied environments. In addition to this,...
Reminder The First Switch Online Event For Endless Ocean: Luminous Is Now Live
Discover the secrets of the Veiled Sea
Update [Sat 11th May, 2024 08:00 BST]: This first event dive in Endless Ocean: Luminous is now officially live for a "limited time" so join in on the fun while you can. Here's a quick teaser of this event: Original article [Fri 3rd May, 2024 01:30 BST]: Endless Ocean: Luminous has a new feature called...
News Capcom Issues Reminder About Monster Hunter Stories Switch Pre-Order Goodies
Unlock some exclusive outfits
In case you missed it, Capcom is releasing a remastered version of Monster Hunter Stories on the Switch this June. It's now also issued a reminder about the game's pre-order bonuses. If you order this title from the Switch eShop before 14th June 2024, you'll get some exclusive "King" and "Queen" outfits for the Felyne...
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...
News Capcom Reminds Monster Hunter Fans About 3DS And Wii U Online Shut Down
"Important Nintendo information"
Next week marks the end of online play and other functionality for the 3DS and Wii U, and it's not just Nintendo issuing reminders. Japanese publisher and developer Capcom has now released a message about the shutdown and certain Monster Hunter games that will no longer be playable online. It will also no longer be...
News Pokémon TV Has Officially Ended On Nintendo Switch
"Thank you for your interest"
In case you missed it, back in January The Pokémon Company confirmed it would be discontinuing its Pokémon TV service on 28th March 2024. As we've now passed this date, the app and browser will no longer function across multiple devices including the Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android and Smart TVs. When you boot up the...
News Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road Worldwide Beta Test Kicks Off
Victory!
Update [Fri 29th Mar, 2024 06:30 GMT]: Here's your reminder the 'Beta Test Demo' of Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road is now available for Switch. You can compete against players from all over the world in the game's "competition mode" and also provide feedback, impressions, and bug reports via the official website. There's a survey to fill out...
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...
Reminder Smash Ultimate Adds Brand-New Mario Wonder And Princess Peach: Showtime! Spirits
Update: Now available!
Update [Sat 23rd Mar, 2024 04:30 GMT]: Here's your reminder this event is now officially underway in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and will run for five days. Have fun! Original article [Wed 20th Mar, 2024 01:55 GMT]: It seems the fun isn't over just yet in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate - with Nintendo announcing new spirits...
Reminder Nintendo's New Pastel Pink Switch Joy-Con Set Is Out Now
Launching alongside Princess Peach: Showtime!
Princess Peach: Showtime! isn't the only official product arriving this week. Alongside her new solo adventure, Nintendo has also released a set of pastel pink Joy-Con controllers for the Switch. In case you missed it the first time, they'll set you back $79.99 (or your regional equivalent) and will be...
News Crypt Of The NecroDancer Returns From The Dead With "Huge New DLC"
Update: Synchrony is now available on the Switch
Update [Thu 14th Mar, 2024 06:00 GMT]: Here's your reminder that the Synchrony DLC for Crypt of the NecroDancer is now available on Nintendo Switch. This also includes the free Version 4.0.0 update, which comes with some quality-of-life changes and more. Original article [Thu 7th Mar, 2024 00:25...
News Surprise! Dragon Ball: The Breakers Season 5 Adds Cross-Play
Update: The season starts today!
Update [Thu 29th Feb, 2024 06:30 GMT]: Here's your reminder that Season 5 of Dragon Ball: The Breakers goes live today. This season also includes the addition of cross-play which will allow you to play with friends on PlayStation, Xbox and PC platforms. Original article [Tue 27th Feb, 2024 03:25 GMT]: Bandai...
News Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution GBA Limited Run Pre-Orders Now Live
Update: Get yours now
Update [Fri 23rd Feb, 2024 17:00 GMT]: Pre-orders for the physical GBA versions of Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution are now available, courtesy of Limited Run Games. Don't forget, these are only available until 7th April 2024. We've got all of the deta
News Surprise! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Has Added New Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Spirits
Update: This event is now live
Update [Sat 10th Feb, 2024 03:30 GMT]: In case you missed it the first time, this spirit event is now officially underway in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Once again, you'll have a total of five days to collect them all, so join in on the fun while you can. Original article [Wed 7th Feb, 2024 01:55 GMT]: Super Smash...
News N64-Style Platformer 'Super Kiwi 64' Gets A Free Switch Update, Out Now
One for Macbat 64 & Toree 3D fans
Update [Sun 28th Jan, 2024 03:30 GMT]: Here's your reminder that this new (and free) update for Super Kiwi 64 is now live on the Nintendo Switch. Original article [Sun 21st Jan, 2024 23:30 GMT]: The Nintendo 64 style 3D platformer Super Kiwi 64 will be getting a new update next week on 26th January titled...
News Surprise! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Now Has Even More New Spirits
New spirit collabs have arrived!
Update [Sat 27th Jan, 2024 00:00 GMT]: In case you missed this announcement earlier this week - here's your reminder Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has received some new spirits based on some third-party games and series. This latest spirit event will run for a total of five days, so participate in the fun while you...
Reminder The 3DS Pokémon Bank & Transporter Services Are Still Online
"But that may also end at some point in the future"
In case you missed it yesterday, Nintendo has now locked in the end date for 3DS and Wii U online play, with the services set to shut down on 8th April 2024. It's raised some questions about the future of Pokémon Bank and if you're wondering what the latest on this is, it's still the same...
Reminder The New Xenoblade Chronicles 3 amiibo Are Out This Week
Have you added them to your collection?
Nintendo’s amiibo line is still a thing in 2024, with the first releases of the year arriving earlier this week. In case you did miss it, it’s a double pack featuring the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 protagonist Noah and Mio. They’re available now for $39.99 / £34.99 and will unlock some special clothing...
News Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince Version 1.0.3 Out Now, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
System-related updates, bug fixes & more
Square Enix said it would continue to improve Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince on the Nintendo Switch, and at the end of last month it rolled out a new update, bumping the game up to Version 1.0.3. This patch includes system-related updates, some bug fixes and a few other changes. The team says it's...
News Here's A Look At Unicorn Overlord's Collector's Edition (Monarch Edition)
Pre-orders for this upcoming Atlus release are live
Earlier this year in September, Atlus lifted the lid on Vanillware's brand new strategy RPG Unicorn Overlord, coming to Switch in March 2024. In case you missed the original announcement, there'll also be a Collector's Edition (Monarch Edition) up for grabs which contains all sorts of goodies...
ICYMI Pokémon Home Update Adds Scarlet & Violet Indigo Disk DLC Compatibility
The Blueberry Pokédex has been added
Alongside the launch of Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: The Indigo Disk, an update has also arrived for the storage service Pokemon Home. This bumps the application up to Version 3.2.1 and most importantly adds compatibility for the Part 2 DLC. Here's a bit about what you can expect from this update, which also...
Reminder Star Wars Heritage Pack Physical Edition Now Available (North America)
Seven games in one collection
Back in October, Aspyr and Lucasfilm Games announced the STAR WARS Heritage Pack (2023) would be getting a physical release in North America, and it's now officially available. It will set you back $59.99 USD and includes seven games in one. The catch is that there are technically only five games included on the Switch...
News Nintendo Reminds Fans Zelda Is Up For Nomination At This Year's Game Awards
There's still time to vote for GOTY
Just weeks ago, The Game Awards announced its Game of the Year nominees, and a few Switch titles including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are featured. If you haven't already shown your support for this game (or Super Mario Bros. Wonder), here's your chance, with Nintendo issuing a subtle reminder (and...
Reminder The King Of Fighters XIII: Global Match Is Now Available On Switch
Featuring "overhauled online functionality"
It's another week of game releases and in case you missed it, SNK has also launched The King of Fighters XIII on Switch. This title was first revealed in April, with the announcement it would include a "rollback netcode overhaul" to improve online functionality. SNK also previously confirmed a physical,...
News Switch Online Nintendo 64 Controllers Restocked In North America
Update: Back in stock
Update [Tue 14th Nov, 2023 04:00 GMT]: Nintendo recently restocked the Nintendo 64 Switch Online controller in the US and Canada. Have you had any luck securing one? Tell us in the comments. Original [Wed 27th Sep, 2023 05:45 BST]: If you're looking to enhance your Switch Online experience, you might be interested in an...
Reminder Pokémon Scarlet & Violet + DLC Physical Release Now Available
You still need to "download an update" to play Part 2
Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Part Two DLC 'The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero - The Indigo Disk' was locked in for 14th December earlier this week. Now, in the lead-up to this, The Pokémon Company has officially released a new physical version including Part One: The Teal Mask. In case you...
Reminder Sonic Superstars Free Amy Rose Outfit And LEGO Sonic Skin Now Available
Get them while you can
If you got hold of Sonic Superstars earlier this week on the Nintendo Switch, here's your reminder that there's also some free DLC you redeem. As you might recall, if you sign up to Sega's Sonic newsletter before 31st January 2024, you'll receive a Switch eShop code via email for a modern Amy Rose outfit. "Sign up by...
News Switch Online Exclusive F-Zero 99 Adds King League And Three More Tracks
Nintendo: "This update contains the final new tracks"
Update #2 [Thu 19th Oct, 2023 01:45 BST]: This is your reminder that the latest track and cup update is now playable in F-Zero 99. Keep in mind this update contains "the final new tracks" although "additional updates" will be released in the future. Update #1: An update via Nintendo of...
Reminder Pac-Man 99's Online Service Has Now Officially Ended
Bandai Namco thanks fans for their support
Update [Tue 10th Oct, 2023 00:30 BST]: In case you missed our reminder last week, the PAC-MAN 99 online service has now officially ended. If you attempt to play a match online, from here on out you'll be greeted with the following Error Code: "This online service has ended. Thank you for your interest."...
Reminder The 'Mario Red Edition' Switch OLED Is Out Today, Will You Be Getting It?
Go on, tell us
Back in August, Nintendo announced it would be releasing a new 'Mario Red Edition' Switch OLED for $349.99 / £309.99. The big day has now arrived, and it's got us curious to see if anyone here in our community will be picking one up this far into the hybrid system's life. While it's the same unit you already know and love, there are...
Reminder Disney Speedstorm Is Finally Free-To-Play On Switch
Launching alongside the Season 4 update
After months of "early access", Gameloft has finally made Disney Speedstorm available as a free-to-play racer on the Switch and multiple other platforms. Alongside this update, Speedstorm is launching its fourth season inspired by the series Aladdin. It adds new racers, a new track, and new crew members. This...
News Free-To-Play Battle Royale 'My Hero Ultra Rumble' Out Now On Switch
Ready up
Update [Fri 29th Sep, 2023 00:15 BST]: After last week's launch date confirmation, My Hero Ultra Rumble is now available as a free download on the Switch eShop. It will require around 3GB of free space on your system. If you're interested in enhancing your experience with this one, you can grab a "limited time" starter pack for $29.99 USD...
Reminder Rayman Returns In Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope Final DLC
It contains a "secret hidden message"
In case you missed it, here's your reminder that the Rayman DLC for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is now officially live. This latest update bumps the game up to 'Version 1.4.2225842' and includes not only the new DLC content but also a bunch of general updates addressing some issues to improve the overall...
News Samba De Amigo: Party Central Demo Now Available On The Switch eShop
Update: Sega has now released it in Europe
Update [Thu 24th Aug, 2023 03:55 BST]: Sega has now released this demo for Samba de Amigo: Party Central in Europe. Here's the confirmation via social media: If you enjoy the demo, physical pre-orders are now available: <products id="23845"> Original article [Wed 16th Aug, 2023 01:25 BST]:...
Poll Bomb Rush Cyberfunk Is Out On Switch Today, Will You Be Getting It?
Check this out, JSR fans
After some delays, Team Reptile today launches its Jet Set Radio-style release Bomb Rush Cyberfunk on the Nintendo Switch. This game blends dance, paint graffiti, beats, and tricks as you face off against rival crews and dispatch the military police to conquer the five boroughs of New Amsterdam. It also happens to be a...
