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Ultra 64 Prototype Controller Discovered

Ultra 64 Prototype Controller Discovered

Before the Nintendo 64 released back in 1996, the console was known as the Ultra 64. The system’s controller is infamous for its analogue stick and the discomfort that came from long play sessions in addition to a select number of Mario Party mini-games. Well as most consoles try

Ultra 64 Prototype Controller Discovered

Ultra 64 Prototype Controller Discovered

Before the Nintendo 64 released back in 1996, the console was known as the Ultra 64. The system’s controller is infamous for its analogue stick and the discomfort that came from long play sessions in addition to a select number of Mario Party mini-games. Well as most consoles try

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - Switch Review

Link's Awakening

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - Switch Review

Setting sail after his epic adventure in the SNES classic The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Link has found himself shipwrecked on a lone Koholint Island. His only hope of escape is to awaken the Wind Fish in an egg that is perched at the top of

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - Switch Review

Link's Awakening

The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening - Switch Review

Setting sail after his epic adventure in the SNES classic The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Link has found himself shipwrecked on a lone Koholint Island. His only hope of escape is to awaken the Wind Fish in an egg that is perched at the top of

Luigi's Mansion 3 is Receiving Paid DLC

Luigi's Mansion 3

Luigi's Mansion 3 is Receiving Paid DLC

If you found yourself watching gameplay videos of Luigi’s Mansion 3 and were left wanting more, then you may be pleased (or not) that there will be some paid DLC in addition to the core game. However unfortunately, that is all we know. We simply know that there will

Luigi's Mansion 3 is Receiving Paid DLC

Luigi's Mansion 3

Luigi's Mansion 3 is Receiving Paid DLC

If you found yourself watching gameplay videos of Luigi’s Mansion 3 and were left wanting more, then you may be pleased (or not) that there will be some paid DLC in addition to the core game. However unfortunately, that is all we know. We simply know that there will

Three New Dream Events Shown Off For Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

Mario and Sonic

Three New Dream Events Shown Off For Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

On November 8th, the world will be able to play the new Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 but until then, we have been given a glimpse into three new Dream Events. Here’s what Nintendo had to say: > Players can go beyond the limits of

Three New Dream Events Shown Off For Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

Mario and Sonic

Three New Dream Events Shown Off For Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

On November 8th, the world will be able to play the new Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 but until then, we have been given a glimpse into three new Dream Events. Here’s what Nintendo had to say: > Players can go beyond the limits of

Nintendo Announces Ring Fit Adventure; Combining Gaming with Fitness

Nintendo Announces Ring Fit Adventure; Combining Gaming with Fitness

Just a few days ago, Nintendo released a video showing off a strange circular device that had families and players of all ages performing strange actions in front of a TV. The problem was, we didn’t get to see what was on said TV. Well today, Nintendo unveiled the

Nintendo Announces Ring Fit Adventure; Combining Gaming with Fitness

Nintendo Announces Ring Fit Adventure; Combining Gaming with Fitness

Just a few days ago, Nintendo released a video showing off a strange circular device that had families and players of all ages performing strange actions in front of a TV. The problem was, we didn’t get to see what was on said TV. Well today, Nintendo unveiled the

Nintendo Files a New Patent for Hinged Joy-Con

Nintendo Files a New Patent for Hinged Joy-Con

Nintendo are just full of ideas lately! First a bizarre wheel-like accessory [https://switchaboo.com/2019/09/06/nintendo-shares-video-on-strange-new-switch-accessory/] for exercising (we think), and now a hinged Joy-Con. The patent [https://ipforce.jp/patent-jp-A-2019-146737]was filed just recently by Nintendo and whilst it’s all in Japanese, the images speak

Nintendo Files a New Patent for Hinged Joy-Con

Nintendo Files a New Patent for Hinged Joy-Con

Nintendo are just full of ideas lately! First a bizarre wheel-like accessory [https://switchaboo.com/2019/09/06/nintendo-shares-video-on-strange-new-switch-accessory/] for exercising (we think), and now a hinged Joy-Con. The patent [https://ipforce.jp/patent-jp-A-2019-146737]was filed just recently by Nintendo and whilst it’s all in Japanese, the images speak

Nintendo Shares Video on Strange New Switch Accessory

Nintendo Shares Video on Strange New Switch Accessory

Nintendo is known for their wacky left-field ideas, but this one takes the cake! Just recently, the Big N posted a video about a circular device that has you strapping in the Joy-Cons and delving into brand new gaming “experiences”. If we had to guess, it looks like an evolution

Nintendo Shares Video on Strange New Switch Accessory

Nintendo Shares Video on Strange New Switch Accessory

Nintendo is known for their wacky left-field ideas, but this one takes the cake! Just recently, the Big N posted a video about a circular device that has you strapping in the Joy-Cons and delving into brand new gaming “experiences”. If we had to guess, it looks like an evolution

Nintendo Provides Full Recap of Direct

Nintendo Provides Full Recap of Direct

That was a big one! A lot of quickfire announcements and it was easy to miss little things here and there. Luckily, Nintendo has provided a recap for our convenience. Here it is: > During a packed Nintendo Direct video presentation, Nintendo announced many new games coming to theNintendo Switch

Nintendo Provides Full Recap of Direct

Nintendo Provides Full Recap of Direct

That was a big one! A lot of quickfire announcements and it was easy to miss little things here and there. Luckily, Nintendo has provided a recap for our convenience. Here it is: > During a packed Nintendo Direct video presentation, Nintendo announced many new games coming to theNintendo Switch

Nintendo Direct Announced for September 4/5th (Times in Link)

Nintendo Direct Announced for September 4/5th (Times in Link)

The rumour mill had been turning and now, we have confirmation of a Nintendo Direct. The presentation is said to go for a whopping 40 minutes and will focus on games for 2019, including Pokemon Sword/Shield and Luigi’s Mansion 3. Here are the times: * 3pm PT * 6pm ET

Nintendo Direct Announced for September 4/5th (Times in Link)

Nintendo Direct Announced for September 4/5th (Times in Link)

The rumour mill had been turning and now, we have confirmation of a Nintendo Direct. The presentation is said to go for a whopping 40 minutes and will focus on games for 2019, including Pokemon Sword/Shield and Luigi’s Mansion 3. Here are the times: * 3pm PT * 6pm ET

Mario Kart Tour Gets a Release Date of September 25th

Mario Kart Tour Gets a Release Date of September 25th

It feels like forever since Mario Kart Tour was announced for iOS and Android, but the wait is nearly over with the kart racing madness will be out on September 25th. Here’s what Nintendo Australia had to say: > On 25thSeptember,Mario Kart Tour [https://mariokarttour.com/en-GB], Nintendo’

Mario Kart Tour Gets a Release Date of September 25th

Mario Kart Tour Gets a Release Date of September 25th

It feels like forever since Mario Kart Tour was announced for iOS and Android, but the wait is nearly over with the kart racing madness will be out on September 25th. Here’s what Nintendo Australia had to say: > On 25thSeptember,Mario Kart Tour [https://mariokarttour.com/en-GB], Nintendo’

Eiji Aonuma (Part 1): Before The Legend of Zelda

Eiji Aonuma (Part 1): Before The Legend of Zelda

青沼英二 Eiji Aonuma was born March 16, 1963 in the Nagano Prefecture. Today, he is known for his influence of The Legend of Zelda series, but we’ll get to that in part 2. After graduating from High School, Aonuma attended the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts &

Eiji Aonuma (Part 1): Before The Legend of Zelda

Eiji Aonuma (Part 1): Before The Legend of Zelda

青沼英二 Eiji Aonuma was born March 16, 1963 in the Nagano Prefecture. Today, he is known for his influence of The Legend of Zelda series, but we’ll get to that in part 2. After graduating from High School, Aonuma attended the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts &

Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch Lite on Amazon Australia for $288

Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch Lite on Amazon Australia for $288

If you live in Australia, you’re in luck! Amazon AU currently has the Nintendo Switch Lite available to pre-order for just $298AU instead of the RRP of $329AU. Now we realise that the title says $288, and that’s the price you can get it for if you’re

Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch Lite on Amazon Australia for $288

Pre-Order the Nintendo Switch Lite on Amazon Australia for $288

If you live in Australia, you’re in luck! Amazon AU currently has the Nintendo Switch Lite available to pre-order for just $298AU instead of the RRP of $329AU. Now we realise that the title says $288, and that’s the price you can get it for if you’re

SNES Games on Nintendo Switch Online? New FCC Application for Wireless SNES Controllers Lodged

SNES Games on Nintendo Switch Online? New FCC Application for Wireless SNES Controllers Lodged

Nintendo has just submitted an FCC application for wireless SNES controllers (Device ID BKE HAC-042). As fans have been clambering for Super Nintendo games to be apart of the Nintendo Switch Online service, this may be the hint that we’ve been waiting for. Now you could be asking, “these