Nintendo Labo allows fans of all ages to make, play and discover with its interactive DIY cardboard kits that come to life and open up a variety of different games with the power of the Nintendo Switch system. But for kids that love creating things, Nintendo Labo means something even more. It gives them the opportunity to use skills not normally associated with video games to build amazing creations that are part imagination, part ingenuity. To give some of Nintendo’s younger fans a safe, family-friendly space to experiment with Nintendo Labo, Nintendo is hosting a series of workshops all across the country that encourage kids to let their DIY talents run wild. Starting in September, the hourlong workshops offer interactive activities using the Nintendo Labo: Variety Kit, as well as on-site “lab assistants,” experts in white lab coats and fun colored shirts who will help attendees learn the ins and outs of Nintendo Labo. […]
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Konami Announces Gamescom 2018 Line-Up
Today, Konami announced its line-up for this year’s gamescom (August 21st – 25th) in Cologne, Germany. Following a successful E3 in June, new playable demos of PES 2019, ZONE OF THE ENDERS The 2nd RUNNER: M∀RS and HYPER SPORTS R will all be featured at the company’s main booth located in hall 8.1/A033. Additionally, a dedicated Yu-Gi-Oh! booth will also be set up in hall 5.2/E039, where attendees can get their hands on the latest product additions to the popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game, learn how to play, compete in tournaments and play KONAMI’s massively popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Links mobile game. For more information, please see the press release below. GAMESCOM 2018: KONAMI BOOTH TO DEBUT NEW DEMO CONTENT FOR PES 2019, ZOE 2 The 2nd Runner: M∀RS AND HYPER SPORTS R, CONFIRMS Yu-Gi-Oh! BOOTH DETAILS EL SEGUNDO, CALIF. – July 26, 2018 — Today Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. has […]
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Nintendo Brings Super Smash Bros. Ultimate to Fans at San Diego Comic-Con
Play the Latest Hot Games and Take Part in Cool Activities in the Nintendo Gaming Lounge REDMOND, Wash., July 17, 2018 – Nintendo is headed to this year’s San Diego Comic-Con from July 19 to July 22 with many fun Nintendo Switch games, including the upcoming Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game, as well as a host of fun activities perfect for fans of all ages. At the Nintendo Gaming Lounge, located in the San Diego ballroom of the Marriott Marquis & Marina adjacent to the San Diego Convention Center, attendees will be able to get hands-on time with hot Nintendo Switch games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Tennis Aces, FIFA 19, and Super Mario Odyssey. Fans can also get their groove on with Just Dance 2019 from Ubisoft, featuring a special dance floor. For preview night badge holders, the fun starts on July 18. Fans will even be able to get a feel of the new Poké Ball Plus controller […]
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Nintendo Celebrates the Sights and Sounds of Octopath Traveler
Now Available on Nintendo Switch At a spirited launch event in Los Angeles tonight, Nintendo and a group of media, influencers and fans gathered to celebrate the launch of SQUARE ENIX’s beautiful adventure RPG Octopath Traveler. Attendees at the event, which took place at the iconic iam8bit studio, enjoyed a gallery featuring concept art from the game, listened to music selections from the game’s expansive soundtrack and spent hands-on time with the Nintendo Switchexclusive, among other interactive activities. In the Octopath Traveler game, players experience eight unique travelers, each with his or her own distinct adventure to discover. By using each character’s special abilities, players can interact with the vast world and develop tactics to use in engaging turn-based battles. The massive Octopath Traveler game is an original RPG that can only be played on the Nintendo Switch system. And because of the portable power of Nintendo’s system, the game can be played anytime, anywhere. The […]
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Nintendo and GameTruck Bring A “Summer of Fun” to Walmart Stores Across the Country
100 Walmart Stores Will Feature Nintendo Switch Game Demos, Fun Activities and Chances to Win Great Prizes REDMOND, Wash., June 19, 2018 – Families that visit select Walmart stores this summer are in for a fun Nintendo surprise. Nintendo is teaming up with GameTruck and Walmart to create a “Summer of Fun” in parking lots at 100 Walmart locations around the country. Launching on June 23 and running until Aug. 19, the Nintendo Switch Summer of Fun will feature demos for Nintendo Switch games like Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Tennis Aces, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Visitors will also be able to take part in family photo sessions and meet costumed characters like Mario (at select locations). The game demos and Nintendo activities are open to everyone, and there is no cost to attend. “We love bringing families together through our systems, games and lovable characters,” said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America’s […]
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PHOTOS: E3 Day 2 – Super Smash Bros at Nintendo NY
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E3 Day 1 Recap: Nintendo Crowns Tournament Winners, Makes New Announcements throughout the Day
Nintendo finished the first day of the E3 video game trade show in Los Angeles with two competitive champions and a host of bonus announcements that built on today’s Nintendo Direct: E3 2018 video presentation. Nintendo crowned ZeRo of Chile the champion of the Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018 tournament. A longtime player of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, ZeRo defeated seven other top-ranked Super Smash Bros. players from around the world to successfully defend his title from Nintendo’s Super Smash Bros. Invitational in 2014. ZeRo emerged as the top player of the new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game for the Nintendo Switch system. In the final match, ZeRo used Mario to defeat runner-up MkLeo of Mexico, who played as Sonic. In both head-to-head and two-on-two matches, the tournament showcased new fighters like Ridley from the Metroid series and returning favorites from past games in the franchise. In other competitive news, the GG BoyZ of Japan emerged triumphant […]
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Nintendo Smashes E3 with 2018 Lineup, Details About Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Fortnite Arrives Today on Nintendo Switch; New Super Smash Bros., Pokémon Games and Many More All Launching This Year LOS ANGELES, June 12, 2018 – Nintendo opened its activities for the annual E3 2018 video game trade show with a bang – and a smash. Showing world-first footage of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo shared details about the latest entry in a series with sales of more than 40 million units worldwide. A new game built for the Nintendo Switch system, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate lets up to eight players square off in action-packed battles that are all about smashing beloved video game characters off the screen. Legendary game worlds and fighters collide in the ultimate showdown at E3 2018, which runs through June 14 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Nintendo made its announcements during its Nintendo Direct: E3 2018 video presentation, which can also be viewed at https://e3.nintendo.com. “At E3, we’re showing how Nintendo Switch continues […]
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