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Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Nintendo.- Morning Legal BriefsA man was arrested for allegedly threatening to blow up a Nintendo facility. Separately, xAI is reportedly adding new gas turbines despite an ongoing lawsuit.
- Mineru’s Construct Amiibo From Tears of the Kingdom Is Up for PreorderNintendo has announced a new Mineru's Construct amiibo for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. The collectible figure is now available for preorder.
Nintendo is "obviously" having a meltdown over Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake after proving Star Fox leaker right, says ex-marketing lead, since it’s "the company that banks on" surpriseFormer Nintendo of America marketing lead Kit Ellis suggests Nintendo is frustrated by leaks confirming a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, as the company relies heavily on surprise announcements. This follows a confirmed leak about a new Star Fox game, leading to speculation that the Ocarina of Time remake is also imminent for the Nintendo Switch.
Opinion: Replaying Star Fox 64 Convinced Me A Switch 2 Remake Is A Good IdeaThe author's initial skepticism about a Star Fox 64 remake for the Nintendo Switch 2 has turned into excitement after replaying the original. While acknowledging the classic's strengths, the article highlights potential improvements in a modern remake, such as expanded content, new modes, and enhanced visuals and controls.- Bit Bot Expands Leadership with AAA Veterans, Appoints Halo's Frank O’Connor as Creative DirectorMultimedia studio Bit Bot has expanded its leadership team, appointing Frank O'Connor, formerly of Halo fame, as Creative Director and Brian Ullrich as Studio General Manager. The studio aims to accelerate original IP development across games, film, comics, and merchandise, bringing in AAA veterans to bolster its creative and production capabilities.
Bit Bot scales leadership team with AAA veteran Frank O'Connor as creative directorBit Bot has appointed AAA veteran Frank O'Connor as creative director and Brian Ulrich as general manager to bolster its leadership team. O'Connor, formerly of the Halo franchise, will focus on original IP and cross-platform development, while Ulrich brings experience from companies like Nintendo and Microsoft. The studio also added advisors Brent Friedman, Tony Harman, and Wyeth Ridgway to its ranks.
Nintendo Faced a Bomb Threat in JapanNintendo's headquarters in Kyoto, Japan, received a bomb threat, leading to the arrest of a 27-year-old unemployed man for obstructing business. The suspect admitted to sending a letter claiming bombs were planted, though no suspicious objects were found. This incident follows a series of 39 threat messages received by Nintendo in late 2023, which caused the cancellation of Nintendo Live 2024 Tokyo and postponements of Splatoon 3 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe tournaments.
Virtual Boy icons added to Nintendo Switch OnlineNintendo has added Virtual Boy themed icons as a bonus for Nintendo Switch Online members. These icons can be purchased for 10 Platinum Points each on My Nintendo and are available until May 27, 2026. This follows the recent addition of new games to the Nintendo Classics - Virtual Boy app.
The newest Analogue 3D update fuels my dorky desire for accurate library cartridge colorsAnalogue 3D has received update version 1.2.6, which enhances the FPGA retro console's Nintendo 64 library by allowing users to customize cartridge colors to match their physical collections. This update also improves SD card stability, fixes flickering in progressive output mode for games like Resident Evil 2, and polishes the 3DOS system.
Man who tried to blow up Nintendo HQ arrested by Japanese policeJapanese police have arrested a 27-year-old man for sending bomb threats to Nintendo's headquarters and employees. The man allegedly sent letters threatening to blow up the company and claimed to have planted bombs, though none were found. Nintendo has previously canceled events due to similar threats.- A man has been arrested after threatening to blow up Nintendo's Kyoto HeadquartersA man has been arrested in Kyoto, Japan, after allegedly threatening to blow up Nintendo's headquarters. The suspect reportedly sent letters to employees claiming to have planted bombs at the company's premises.
Japan: 27-year-old man arrested after threatening to bomb Nintendo headquartersA 27-year-old man has been arrested in Japan for making bomb threats against Nintendo's headquarters. The individual sent threatening messages to Nintendo employees and claimed to have planted explosives, though police found none. The arrest follows a separate incident where a hacker was stopped from releasing Nintendo user data.
Nintendo launches new Switch 2 bundlesNintendo is launching new Nintendo Switch 2 bundles in the US next month for $499.99, each including a digital download code for one of three games: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia. This announcement follows Nintendo's financial report, which revealed strong sales for the Switch 2, but also a planned price increase for the console globally.
"We Will Continue To Pay Close Attention" - Level-5 Issues A Warning Against PiracyDeveloper Level-5 has issued a strong warning against the piracy and illegal distribution of its game software. The company stated it will actively monitor for copyright infringement and take legal action, including content removals and account suspensions. Level-5 also urged its community to refrain from downloading or using pirated copies of their games.
Pokemon Winds and Waves’ New Video Is Packed With Adventure VibesNintendo and The Pokemon Company have released a new video showcasing the soundtrack for the upcoming game, Pokemon Winds and Waves. The main theme was recorded with the NHK Symphony Orchestra, featuring a classical arrangement of the iconic Pokemon theme. The game is set to launch next year exclusively on Nintendo Switch and will introduce the 10th generation of Pokemon.
Man Apprehended For Alleged Bomb Threats Toward Nintendo: "I'm Going To Blow You All Up"A 27-year-old man has been arrested for making bomb threats towards Nintendo's headquarters in Kyoto, Japan. The suspect admitted to charges of obstruction of business after authorities searched the premises in March and found no explosives. This incident follows previous threats that led to the cancellation of Nintendo Live 2024 and a Splatoon championship.
Nintendo Won't Focus On Making Switch 2 Games Exclusively, Switch 1 Remains ImportantNintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa stated that the company will not exclusively focus on Nintendo Switch 2 games, emphasizing the continued importance of supporting the original Nintendo Switch. This strategy aims to expand the overall software business across both platforms, rather than solely prioritizing the new console's titles. Furukawa also discussed sales forecasts and the impact of bundled software on reported figures.
Man Arrested After Reportedly Threatening To Blow Up Nintendo's HQA 27-year-old unemployed man has been arrested in Kyoto, Japan, on suspicion of sending bomb threats to Nintendo's headquarters. He allegedly sent messages threatening to blow up the company and claimed to have planted bombs, though none were found. The suspect has reportedly admitted to the charges.
Arrest made after man threatens to blow up Nintendo’s headquartersA 27-year-old unemployed man has been arrested in Japan for allegedly threatening to blow up Nintendo's headquarters. The suspect sent envelopes with bomb threats to the company and has admitted to the charges. Police are investigating the motive, and this incident follows the earlier cancellation of Nintendo Live 2024 Tokyo due to similar threats.- Business and FinancePearl Abyss reported a more than fivefold increase in its Q1 earnings, reaching $220.6 million, largely driven by Crimson Desert. Separately, Nintendo's share value declined following the company president's admission that price increases could create barriers for consumers.