A bunch of updates and new features have been announced in today’s Nintendo Direct for Mario Kart 8. Come find out about them here!
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Mewtwo and Lucas coming to Super Smash Bros. as DLC
During today’s Nintendo Direct, Nintendo announced the launch date for Mewtwo and surprised us with a new fighter!
Watch the Nintendo Direct right here on Wii U Daily!
Watch the spring Nintendo Direct right here on Wii U Daily!
The Legend of Zelda Wii U won’t be out in 2015
Eiji Aonuma has updated Zelda fans via Facebook to let them know that the new game for Wii U won’t make its projected 2015 release date.
Iwata says Nintendo was not cornered into joining the smartphone market
According to president Iwata, Nintendo wasn’t cornered into the mobile market by flagging sales, but rather they were waiting for the right opportunity to present itself.
Splatoon gameplay preview – “Best console shooter in years”
A hands on preview with Splatoon has left one reviewer saying Splatoon is the best console shooter in years.
Iwata talks on moving forward with both mobile and dedicated hardware games
In a new interview with Time, Iwata is discussing some of the pitfalls of mobile games, as well as Nintendo’s lasting commitment to its core gamers.
Iwata says he never ruled out smartphone gaming, but he did oppose it
Iwata was careful to state he’s never ruled out smartphone gaming, but several statements made by him show he has opposed it for a very long time.
Nintendo’s next console is code-named “NX”
Nintendo name dropped its next “dedicated game hardware” codename as NX during a press announcement of a mobile partnership with DeNA.
Nintendo is going to start making mobile games, mentions next console
Nintendo has announced a new partnership with mobile firm DeNA to bring Nintendo titles to the smartphone market.
Warner Bros. working on a LEGO toys-to-life game [RUMOR]
According to someone familiar with the project, Warner Bros. is working on a LEGO toys-to-life concept.
Playtonic’s Project Ukelele revealed, Kickstarter coming soon
Playtonic Games shows off the first in-engine screenshots for their upcoming Project Ukelele, as well as discussing platforms and Kickstarter.
Nintendo banning Club Nintendo accounts that used an exploit
Nintendo has closed an exploit that allowed easy coin generation on Club Nintendo and has begun deactivating accounts that abused the bug.
Nintendo recaps PAX East with Splatoon showcase
Nintendo’s PAX East showcase might be over, but you can relive the glory right now! Check out the new artwork as well.
Splatoon could be delayed in Europe [RUMOR]
A pre-order delay letter sent by Amazon Italy seems to hint that Europe could be getting Splatoon later than May.
Have a listen to Xenoblade Chronicles X’s battle theme
Listen to the battle music from the upcoming Xenoblade Chronicles X, featuring heavy metal guitar riffs and rap lyrics.
Project Cars delayed a third time, still no mention of Wii U
Slighty Mad Studios has delayed Project CARS by yet another month, with no mention of the Wii U version given in the delay announcement.
English subbed version of Japanese Xenoblade presentation now online
An English subbed version of the Japanese Xenoblade Chronicles X presentation is now online, fully translated.
Harmonix explains why they’re not developing Rock Band 4 for Wii U
Harmonix says they’re not developing a Wii U version of Rock Band 4 because the audience just isn’t there for it.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker amiibo update coming March 20
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is getting amiibo support on March 20, including special features for the Toad amiibo.
New Japanese Xenoblade X presentation on March 6 will showcase battles
Nintendo of Japan has confirmed it will have a presentation on March 6 to showcase how the battle system works in Xenoblade Chronicles X.
Motion controls won’t be a requirement for Star Fox Wii U
A small blurb in the most recent Game Informer mentions that Star Fox for Wii U won’t require motion controls.
Amiibo cards will be available later this year, says Iwata
President Satoru Iwata has confirmed that Nintendo will begin offering amiibo cards later this year to help combat amiibo rarity.
Aonuma says Zelda Wii U will push the hardware to its limits
Legend of Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma says this iteration of the Zelda series will push the Wii U to its limits.
Pachter says Nintendo still in denial about “failure of the Wii U”
In a recent interview, Pachter outlines why he believes Nintendo has failed with the Wii U and how it will affect the company going forward.