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Crash Bandicoot, Super Smash Bros. and more games getting released to the Nintendo Switch
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Nintendo Direct was held earlier today and Nintendo made lots of exciting announcements for the Switch console.
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Update: It does not look like a Netflix app will be available on Nintendo Switch anytime soon
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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It looks like Nintendo Switch owners will have to wait longer for a Netflix app to come. There are no plans for it to be on the Switch.
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New Switch ports and video games announced in Nintendo Direct
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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Nintendo announced at a new Nintendo Direct several cool video games coming to the Switch console. This includes a few new games as well as ports.
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Mario plus Rabbids Kingdom Battle: The X-com/Mario crossover no-one expected is here
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Mario unites with Rabbids in an unexpected tactical adventure for Switch, promising a fresh spin on the Mushroom Kingdom.
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It’s-a me, Mario! The SNES Classic brings back your favourite old-school games
Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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Nintendo's SNES Classic is making a comeback, packed with 21 retro favourites for vintage gaming aficionados in September.
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Focus young Padawan: Dr. Kawashima’s Brain Training is back
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training returns on Nintendo 3DS, offering new brain workouts designed to sharpen focus and memory amid overwhelming daily information.
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SNES Classic Edition has been confirmed for Australia and New Zealand
Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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Nintendo has announced that it will be selling the highly sought-after SNES Classic Edition later this year in Australia and New Zealand.
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EB Expo 2017 heads to the gold Coast
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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The EB Expo 2017 will shift from Sydney to the Gold Coast, offering gamers a sun-soaked celebration on 7-8 October at the Gold Coast Convention Centre.
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Nintendo's new frantic fighter lets players take up ARMS
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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The latest fun-filled fight-fest from Nintendo features spring loaded arms and interchangeable fists. Sounds crazy and amazing to us.
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E3 2017: Nintendo unveils new Mario, Metroid and more
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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Nintendo showcase brings you something old, something new and something borrowed and blue as Sonic joins crowd favourites in E3 announcements.
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Hands-on impressions with the Nintendo Switch console, Zelda and more
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Nintendo was kind enough to invite Netguide to play on the Nintendo Switch console and a couple of games this week. Is it better than the Wii U?.
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Nintendo Switch price and release date confirmed for Australia and NZ
Sat, 14th Jan 2017
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Some release date and local pricing details have been revealed for the Nintendo Switch for gamers living in Australia and New Zealand.
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The NX is now known as the Nintendo Switch console
Fri, 21st Oct 2016
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A brand new console has been revealed today in the form of Nintendo Switch. It will be a hybrid device as it's both a home and portable console.
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EB Expo 2016 treats fans to a gaming extravaganza
Sun, 9th Oct 2016
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It’s all over for EB Games Expo 2016 in Sydney, Netguide’s Darren Price looks back at the highs and the lows of the three-day gaming extravaganza.
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Early lessons from Pokemon Go
Thu, 14th Jul 2016
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Pokemon Go has brought augmented reality to the masses, revealing the potential for brands to take advantage of the craze.
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Pokémon Go is a reminder that online gaming infrastructure is hard to get right
Wed, 13th Jul 2016
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Pokèmon Go's release has been epic, but it has highlighted the challenges of releasing games that are heavily reliant on online gaming infrastructure.
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Hands-on review: Miitomo - Nintendo’s first mobile hit
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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Miitomo has only been released in Japan, but it is already a big hit. Nintendo's first successful smart-device app is well worth its hype.
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Nintendo President Satoru Itawa sadly passes away
Mon, 13th Jul 2015
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Nintendo mourns the passing of President Satoru Iwata, who died from a bile duct growth on July 11, 2015. Iwata served as president since 2002.
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Nintendo bringing games to smartphones
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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Nintendo forays into mobile gaming, partnering with DeNA to launch original smartphone titles featuring beloved characters like Mario.
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Nintendo 3DS smashes sales with popular game
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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What Nintendo 3DS game has been sold more than 2.8 million times around the world in just a matter of days? None other than Super Smash Bros.