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31Nintendo Switch 2 preview: a straightforward update at a high price
The AV Club published a preview of the Nintendo Switch 2, detailing five hours of hands-on experience with the new system. The preview highlights highs like "Donkey Kong Bananza," lows relating to the projected prices, and uncertainties around features like mouse controls.
Nintendo Sues U.S. Government For Tariff Refunds
Nintendo is suing the U.S. government to obtain tariff refunds. The lawsuit is related to tariffs imposed on Nintendo's products.
Nintendo Suing U.S. Government Over Tariffs
Nintendo is suing the U.S. government in the United States Court of International Trade over tariffs. The lawsuit contests the legality of duties imposed on the company's products.
The National Videogame Museum has acquired the mythical Nintendo Playstation
The National Videogame Museum acquired the oldest known prototype of the mythical Nintendo Playstation, the MSF-1 development kit. The hybrid console was a collaboration between Nintendo and Sony that never came to fruition.
Inside The Cancelled Bonk Game: How Hudson’s Ice Age Froze A Cult Mascot’s 3D Debut
The AV Club details the cancellation of a new *Bonk* game slated for release in 2011, intended to revive the TurboGrafx mascot in 3D. The article features insights from one of the game's designers about its development and ultimate demise.
Pokopia: The Pokémon spin-off game surprising reviewers
Pokopia, a new video game that blends elements of Animal Crossing and Minecraft, has received surprisingly positive reviews from critics. The game's unique combination of gameplay mechanics has resonated with players and reviewers alike.
How Broadcaster Jason Benetti Overcame Cerebral Palsy
The Hoops HQ article profiles Jason Benetti's career as a sports broadcaster, focusing on how he overcame cerebral palsy to reach the top of his profession. Benetti credits his success to a combination of perseverance, passions like the tuba and Nintendo, and a unique perspective.
Pokémon at 30: Multimillion-dollar cards and spiking demand. Here’s why you’ve still gotta catch ‘em all
Trading cards have driven the Pokémon franchise to become a global powerhouse over the last three decades. The escalating value of these cards is attracting both collectors and speculators, leading to increased instances of theft.
The Tower of Druaga Turns 40
The Tower of Druaga, an arcade game from Japan that launched a multimedia franchise, celebrates its 40th anniversary. The game, influential in Japan, is receiving renewed attention in North America.
2025 is the year of the Musou game
The article discusses the upcoming year 2025 as a significant year for Musou games, highlighting the releases of "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment," "Dynasty Warriors: Origins," and "Warriors: Abyss." These games are noted for making 2025 the year of the Musou game.
Camelot Talks Mario Power Tennis
IGN interviewed Hiroyuki Takahashi of Camelot Software Planning about the development of *Mario Power Tennis* for the Nintendo GameCube. Takahashi discussed design decisions and the potential for online play.
New N64 Game Facts Discovered
The YouTube video titled "New N64 Game Facts Discovered" reveals previously unknown details about Nintendo 64 games. It delves into the history and trivia surrounding the classic console and its software lineup.
Mario Golf: Super Rush Is Fun, but Unfortunately It Is Still Golf
The AV Club reviews *Mario Golf: Super Rush*, noting the game is enjoyable but hampered by its core gameplay mechanics of golf. The reviewer suggests Nintendo should lean further into the more frenetic and unconventional elements of the game.
Luigi's Mansion 3 Is Charming, Frustrating, and Weird as Hell
The AV Club reviews "Luigi's Mansion 3," describing it as charming, frustrating, and weird. The review highlights the game's strange and almost socially conscious moments.
Xbox Replaces Head of Gaming, Xbox History, Whither Xbox
Ben Thompson analyzes Microsoft's recent replacement of the head of Xbox gaming, examining the history of Xbox and questioning its future direction. The piece reflects on Xbox's strategic shifts over time and what the leadership change might signify for its competition with Sony and Nintendo.
Super Mario Odyssey Reminds Us Why We Fell in Love with Videogames
A review on AV Club praises Super Mario Odyssey, a Nintendo game, for its fun and ability to rekindle the joy of playing video games. It effectively reminds players why they initially fell in love with the medium.
Mario Origins: How A Popeye Game Became Donkey Kong
The original concept for Donkey Kong involved Mario as Popeye, Pauline as Olive Oyl, and Donkey Kong as Bluto. However, Nintendo was unable to secure the rights to Popeye, leading to the creation of original characters and the iconic Donkey Kong game.
Zelda and Link shippers are in shambles after Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment describes them as just friends, but after 39 years we can read between the lines
A recent description of Link and Zelda's relationship as "just friends" in *Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity* has upset fans who "ship" the characters as a romantic couple. The article argues that after 39 years of *The Legend of Zelda*, fans are justified in interpreting a deeper connection between the two characters.
Nintendo Confirms Mario and Peach's Relationship: They're 'Good Friends'
An IGN article humorously reports on Nintendo's official stance on Mario and Peach's relationship, clarifying that they are merely 'good friends,' contrary to many fans' assumptions. The author expresses surprise and amusement at this revelation.
Palm OS User Interface Guidelines
The document at cs.uml.edu describes user interface guidelines for the Palm OS, likely dating back to the early 2000s. It provides guidance on designing applications for Palm devices, covering topics like screen layout, input methods, and user interaction.
GitHub - sophiaeagent-beep/n64llm-legend-of-Elya: World's First LLM-powered Nintendo 64 Game
The GitHub repository 'n64llm-legend-of-Elya' from user sophiaeagent-beep details what they claim is the "World's First LLM-powered Nintendo 64 Game". The project involves running nano-GPT on-cart on a 93MHz VR4300 processor.
New Xbox boss promises next-gen consoles, no "soulless AI slop"
Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma announced that Xbox will release next-generation consoles, while ensuring games are made by humans and not "soulless AI slop." Sharma's statement reflects a commitment to traditional game development and a wariness of generative AI in gaming content creation.
Testing Super Mario Using a Behavior Model Autonomously (Part 1)
This article discusses autonomously testing Super Mario using behavior models and evolutionary state space exploration techniques. The goal is to demonstrate a novel approach to game testing and AI development, potentially optimizing the testing process.
Unsung - Waxy.org
This blog post from Waxy.org provides a collection of various news, cultural observations, and internet ephemera from the past week. It covers a wide range of topics, including AI, sports, media, business, and various cultural trends.
Dolphin Emulator
The blog post discusses the historical advancements in video game graphics, particularly in the early 1990s when arcade games pushed the boundaries of 3D technology with large budgets and cutting-edge hardware. It highlights how these arcade innovations influenced the development of home consoles.
What Gen Alpha's Habits Tell Us About The Future Of Gaming
GWI's blog post examines Gen Alpha's evolving gaming habits, highlighting their use of video games for social interaction and education. The piece suggests this generation is reshaping traditional gaming norms.
The Stupefying Success of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”
Kyle Chayka analyzes the unexpected box office triumph of “The Super Mario Bros. Movie," noting its distinction as one of the most successful video-game adaptations in Hollywood history. The film, adapted from the Nintendo franchise, stars Chris Pratt, Jack Black, and Anya Taylor-Joy.
Catan
CatanUniverse.com is the official website for the online version of the popular board game Catan. It allows users to play Catan against other players online, offering a digital adaptation of the classic strategy game.
Highguard Studio Hit With Layoffs, Wildlight Confirms and Dev Says "Most of the Team" Is Gone
Wildlight Entertainment, the studio behind the recently released game Highguard, has been hit with layoffs. A developer stated that "most of the team" is gone, impacting the studio just weeks after the game's January 26 launch.
The 17 best games of 2021
The article presents a list of 17 video games deemed to be the best of 2021. It is published on AV Club, a media outlet.
Dead Cells wants your love—and your cells
The AV Club reviews *Dead Cells*, a roguelike video game, praising its accessibility for players who don't typically enjoy the genre. The review highlights the game's compelling gameplay loop and rewarding progression system.