Pokemon games have shipped over 300 million copies worldwide
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, DS, News, Wii, Wii U | 2 Comments
Today, The Pokemon Company announced that the total shipments of the Pokemon games have surpassed 300 million units worldwide. The latest games, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, gave the franchise another boost when they launched on 3DS last week.
Today’s figure includes 76 Pokemon-related games from February 1996 all the way up until November 2017. Sales from downloads are included.
Media Create sales (11/13/17 – 11/19/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 43 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
Switch – 86,999
New 2DS LL – 29,013
PS4 – 18,126
New 3DS LL – 11,074
PS4 Pro – 8,176
2DS – 3,113
Vita – 3,090
New 3DS – 280
Xbox One X – 143
Xbox One – 104
PS3 – 46
Wii U – 43
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
Switch – 79,958
PS4 – 20,021
New 2DS LL – 10,323
New 3DS LL – 7,296
PS4 Pro – 6,037
Vita – 3,210
2DS – 1,484
Xbox One X – 1,344
New 3DS – 266
Xbox One – 121
PS3 – 41
Wii U – 36
And here are the software charts:
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Zelda: Breath of the Wild update out now (version 1.3.4)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 7 Comments
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has received its latest update on Switch and Wii U. Nintendo just came out with version 1.3.4.
As you would expect with the small change in version numbers, this update isn’t too significant. Nintendo says that the patch has various fixes to improve gameplay.
Toys “R” Us: B1G1 50% off games
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 3 Comments
Toys “R” Us just started a noteworthy deal on its website today. Well over 700 games are included in a buy 1, get 1 50% off sale. Switch titles are included.
You can take advantage of the deal here. The sale will presumably last for the next week.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild wins “Ultimate Game of the Year award” at 2017 Golden Joystick Awards
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos, Wii U | 29 Comments
The 35th Golden Joystick Awards took place earlier today. Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a big winner, as it earned the “Ultimate Game of the Year award”. Check out a video from the development team accepting the reward below.
These are the full lineup of winners for those who are interested:
GameStop’s Black Friday 2017 deals
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 4 Comments
GameStop’s Black Friday 2017 deals are in. Compared to what we’ve seen from other retailers, there isn’t too much here that’s terribly exciting.
Some of the highlights include Has-Been Heroes for $10, Rayman Legends Definitive Edition for $20, and Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 for $25. Other random deals are included as well like Monopoly Gamer Collector’s Edition for $28.
Here’s the full roundup:
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My Nintendo adds DLC for original Mario Kart 8 in Europe
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments
My Nintendo Europe has added in two rewards for Mario Kart 8. Yes, that is the original game for Wii U that we’re talking about.
Both DLC packs are currently available. The Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing packs can be had for 80 Gold Points. Each reward will be on the site until February 1.
You can nab these rewards on My Nintendo here.
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Toys “R” Us Black Friday 2017 deals
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 12 Comments
Toys “R” Us has shared its lineup of deals for Black Friday. Compared to the likes of Best Buy, the offers are a bit disappointing. Still, Toys “R” Us is promising $30 savings on FIFA 18, $15 on Mario Sports Superstars, and more.
The full lineup of discounts is as follows:
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Media Create sales (11/6/17 – 11/12/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 51 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
Switch – 79,958
PS4 – 20,021
New 2DS LL – 10,323
New 3DS LL – 7,296
PS4 Pro – 6,037
Vita – 3,210
2DS – 1,484
Xbox One X – 1,344
New 3DS – 266
Xbox One – 121
PS3 – 41
Wii U – 36
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
Switch – 64,387
PS4 – 21,830
New 3DS LL – 11,116
New 2DS LL – 7,914
PS4 Pro – 6,993
Vita – 3,576
2DS – 1,539
New 3DS – 287
Xbox One – 114
PS3 – 56
Wii U – 38
And here are the software charts:
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Minecraft adds Minecon Earth 2017 Skin Pack on Switch and Wii U
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 1 Comment
A new update is rolling out for Minecraft on both Switch and Wii U. It specifically adds in a free Minecon Earth 2017 Skin Pack. Minecraft went through maintenance last night, so this update should be live as of now.
