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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.
- Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle coming June 2026Nintendo will release a Switch 2 bundle in June 2026, offering a choice between digital downloads of Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokemon Pokopia. This bundle aims to provide new owners with popular titles at launch.
- Metroid, Castlevania dev hit with layoffs just 2 days before its latest game launchesMetroid Dread developer MercurySteam has undergone layoffs just two days before the launch of its new game, Blades of Fire. The studio described the situation as a "workforce adjustment process" in a LinkedIn post. MercurySteam previously developed Metroid: Samus Returns and the Castlevania: Lords of Shadow series.
US: Super Mario Galaxy Movie has now made $412.60MThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has achieved significant box office success, earning $412.60 million domestically in the United States and surpassing $941.2 million globally. Nintendo and Illumination are preparing for its digital release on May 20th.
'PS5 Is Just a Plastic Box if It Doesn't Have Content': Sony Explains Its 'Third-Party Focused' EcosystemSony executive Christian Svensson emphasizes that the PlayStation 5 is primarily a "third-party focused" platform, stating that content is king and third-party games are the lion's share. He explains that while first-party titles set the bar, Sony has a responsibility to foster growth across the entire industry by supporting new voices and ambitious projects. Svensson also teased upcoming programs designed to benefit third-party developers.
Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle Has Pokemon Pokopia OptionNintendo will launch a "Choose Your Game Bundle" for the Nintendo Switch 2 in early June in North America for $499.99. This bundle allows players to select one of three first-party digital titles: Pokemon Pokopia, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Mario Kart World. This offer comes ahead of a planned price increase for the console.
Shigeru Miyamoto filled Star Fox with animals because Star Wars and Gundam already had human sci-fi covered: "We're going to create our own original science fiction!"Shigeru Miyamoto explained that the decision to feature animal characters in Star Fox, rather than robots or humans, was a deliberate choice to create original science fiction distinct from popular franchises like Star Wars and Gundam. This creative direction, inspired partly by local folklore and a baseball team, led to the iconic cast of Star Fox characters.