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Valve chief Gabe Newell saw today's consoles coming a long time ago: "All the consoles are using PC graphics…Valve chief Gabe Newell accurately predicted that consoles would increasingly adopt PC-like hardware and graphics, a trend evident in current-generation systems like the Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch. While Nintendo maintains a unique approach with its custom chips and handheld focus, other platforms are converging with PC architecture, blurring the lines between traditional consoles and gaming PCs.
As rumours of a live-action Metroid movie swirl, Nintendo and Illumination set a mysterious new animated "event film" for April 2028Nintendo and Illumination are reportedly planning a new animated "event film" for April 2028, with evidence suggesting it could be a Donkey Kong spinoff. This news comes amid ongoing rumors of a live-action Metroid movie, with Sony Pictures and Universal Pictures reportedly vying for the rights. Other potential Nintendo film projects in development include adaptations of Star Fox, Kirby, Luigi's Mansion, and Super Smash Bros.
Talking Point: Is Legend Of Zelda's Link Left Or Right-Handed? Let's Look At The EvidenceThe dominant hand of Link, the hero of The Legend of Zelda series, has been a subject of debate among fans for decades. While Link was predominantly left-handed in early titles, including the original The Legend of Zelda and Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, later games like Twilight Princess (Wii version), Skyward Sword, Breath of the Wild, and Tears of the Kingdom have featured him as right-handed. This shift is often attributed to design choices related to motion controls and controller layouts, though the character's ambidexterity remains a point of discussion.
Nintendo and Illumination have untitled film set for 2028 according to UniversalNintendo and Illumination are collaborating on an untitled film scheduled for release on April 12, 2028, according to Universal Pictures International Spain's schedule. While the specific Nintendo franchise has not been revealed, potential candidates include Donkey Kong or Pikmin. This follows the recent success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Nintendo & Illumination Are Releasing An Untitled Movie In April 2028Nintendo and Illumination have scheduled an untitled animated film for release on April 12, 2028, according to Universal Pictures International Spain's schedule. While the specific project remains unknown, speculation includes a new Mario installment, a Donkey Kong movie, or potentially a Star Fox film, given Fox McCloud's appearance in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The Legend of Zelda movie is also slated for release next year.- Nintendo's Next Animated Movie Gets April 2028 Release DateNintendo has announced that its next animated film will be released in April 2028. While not explicitly named, the article references the success of the Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Won't Judge You If You're HornyThe latest Tomodachi Life's lax text filtering allows players to engage in discussions about sexual topics, reflecting a complex online environment of both permissiveness and restriction. Despite Nintendo's family-friendly image, the game's design, particularly its lack of easy sharing features, creates a private space where players can explore humor and intimacy without immediate external judgment.
Super Mario fans can now be buried in very unofficial branded coffinsA funeral home in Brazil, Bignotto, is offering coffins themed after Super Mario characters like Mario, Luigi, and Peach. These unofficial products feature interchangeable logos and are being advertised on social media. Nintendo is known for being protective of its intellectual property, and it remains to be seen how the company will respond to these branded coffins.
Nintendo and Illumination releasing mystery movie in 2028Nintendo and Illumination are collaborating on a new mystery movie scheduled for release on April 12, 2028, as confirmed by Universal Pictures. This partnership has previously produced The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, with a live-action The Legend of Zelda film also slated for next year. Rumors also suggest potential movies based on Donkey Kong and Metroid.
Sony to increase PlayStation hardware prices in Southeast AsiaSony is increasing the price of PlayStation hardware in Southeast Asian countries, effective May 1, citing continued pressures in the global economic landscape. This decision follows similar price revisions by Microsoft and Nintendo for their hardware and accessories. The article details the new recommended retail prices for the PlayStation 5, PS5 Digital Edition, PS5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Final Fantasy 14 is finally coming to Switch 2 just in time for the Evercold expansion, but you'll need to buy a separate subscription even if you play on another platformFinal Fantasy XIV Online's next expansion, Evercold, is set to launch in January 2027 and will also be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August. However, players will require a separate subscription for the Switch 2 version, even if they already subscribe on other platforms like PC, PlayStation, or Xbox. The expansion will introduce a new story arc, 'Godless Realms Saga', and significant battle system overhauls.
Nintendo has discounted a bunch of its Switch games in new rare saleAmazon is currently offering a rare sale on digital Nintendo Switch games, featuring discounts on titles like Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, Bayonetta 2, and Metroid Dread. Many games are priced at $40, with select titles available for $30. The sale's end date is not specified, and other publishers like Bandai Namco and Koei Tecmo are also running significant discounts on the Nintendo eShop.
Best Co-Op Games on Switch 2: Play Together Anywhere (2026)The Nintendo Switch 2 excels as a local multiplayer device, offering a strong library of co-op games. This guide highlights must-play titles like Mario Kart World and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, alongside excellent co-op experiences such as It Takes Two and Split Fiction. The Switch 2 also benefits from backward compatibility with the original Switch's extensive co-op catalog.
Mario Tennis Aces added to Nintendo MusicThe soundtrack for Mario Tennis Aces has been added to the Nintendo Music app, a perk for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. The app is available for free download on iOS and Android devices. This news follows a recent software update for the game and promotional events at Nintendo NY.
Random: Out Of 1-Ups? This Manufacturer Has Some Stylish Super Mario CoffinsBrazilian funeral company Bignotto has unveiled a new line of coffins themed after popular Super Mario characters, including Mario, Luigi, Peach, Toad, and Yoshi. The designs feature block colors and gold accents, with character icons that can be swapped. It remains to be seen how Nintendo, known for its strict intellectual property enforcement, will react to this unusual merchandise.
Japanese FX company confirms original Star Fox puppets have been destroyedAn FX company has confirmed that the original live-action puppets created to promote the Super Nintendo game Star Fox have been destroyed. Due to the fragile nature of the materials used, the puppets deteriorated and had to be disposed of after production concluded.
The popular ZSNES emulator returns as SUPER ZSNES with enhanced featuresTwo original developers of the ZSNES emulator have returned with a new project called SUPER ZSNES, which features enhanced features for Super Nintendo Entertainment System games. The emulator utilizes a "Super Enhancement Engine" to add modern enhancements like high-resolution graphics, overclocking, and uncompressed audio to select titles. While not open source and built with Unity, SUPER ZSNES is available for PC and Linux.
Here's How To Make Your Favorite Famous Miis In Tomodachi Life: Living The DreamThis guide explains how to recreate famous Miis in Tomodachi Life using the fan-made website Tomodachi Share. The site hosts thousands of user-created Mii designs with tutorials for replication. Players can also find instructions on exporting in-game clips to share their creations.
Nintendo Music Takes To The Court With A Mario Tennis Album UpdateNintendo has updated its mobile application with the soundtrack for Mario Tennis Aces, featuring 26 tracks composed by Motoi Sakuraba. This addition follows recent updates that included music from Tomodachi Life and Super Mario Galaxy. Access to the Nintendo Music service requires an active Nintendo Switch Online subscription.
Games Inbox: What new characters will be in the next Smash Bros.?Readers discuss potential new characters for a future Super Smash Bros. installment, suggesting characters from Resident Evil and other franchises. The discussion also touches on Nintendo's upcoming Direct presentations and the potential for lower-budget sequels for lapsed franchises like Star Fox and F-Zero.