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5 unpopular opinions about Nintendo and hot takes
This article presents several unpopular opinions about Nintendo games, including that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is good but not great, Mario & Luigi: Brothership has pacing issues, The Wind Waker wastes player time, and that Kirby does have some bad games. It also argues that Paper Mario: Color Splash is not as bad as its public perception suggests.
The Duskbloods closed network test coming this summer
The article discusses the potential for FromSoftware to remake some of their older titles, including Otogi, King's Field, and Shadow Tower. It suggests Nintendo could fund a new Tenchu game, noting Kadokawa's ownership of FromSoftware and the IP. The author also mentions Acquire, the original developer of Shinobido, as a relevant studio.
Akiba’s Trip Series Surpasses 1 Million Sales Worldwide
Acquire announced that the Akiba's Trip series has surpassed one million units in worldwide shipments and digital sales, coinciding with its 15th anniversary. The series, which began with Akiba's Trip on PlayStation Portable in 2011, features a unique combat system where players remove enemies' clothing to expose them to sunlight. Later entries like Akiba's Trip: Undead & Undressed were released on multiple platforms including PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Investor Who Urged Nintendo To Monetise Mario's Jumps Acquires Shares In Kadokawa
Oasis Management Company has acquired an 8.86% stake in Kadokawa, a Japanese media company that owns stakes in game developers like FromSoftware. The investment firm previously urged Nintendo to explore microtransactions for its games, suggesting potential changes for Kadokawa's subsidiaries.
Best Fantasy Games To Escape The World In 2026
This guide highlights 15 of the best fantasy games available on modern platforms, focusing on titles that offer immersive worlds and engaging gameplay. The list includes a variety of RPG subgenres, from first-person and CRPG to action and turn-based, featuring games like Avowed, Baldur's Gate 3, Elden Ring, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
