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Chantelle Cole to lead NZ On Air's game development rebate scheme
Fri, 12th Jan 2024
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Chantelle Cole, CEO at the award-winning studio Dinosaur Polo Club, is set to join NZ On Air as the Programme Director for their Game Development Sector Rebate scheme, bringing significant industry experience.
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Game review: Just Dance 2024 (PS5)
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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Just Dance got famous back when it was released originally for the Nintendo Wii in 2009. Now, Just Dance 2024 is here and here are my thoughts about it.
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Game review: Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch)
Mon, 30th Oct 2023
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Nintendo has released Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and it’s arguably one of the best games to be released in 2023!.
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LEGO & Nintendo partner to bring Animal Crossing to life
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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Nintendo and LEGO partner together to launch Animal Crossing-themed LEGO, set to launch globally in March 2024.
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Game review: Puzzle Bobble Everybubble! (Switch)
Thu, 1st Jun 2023
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The new Puzzle Bobble game, Puzzle Bobble Everybubble!, can now be played exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
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Game review: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Switch)
Mon, 22nd May 2023
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom offers new abilities and adventures, but some may be disappointed by reused graphics and map.
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Game review: Splatoon 3 (Nintendo Switch)
Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
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Nintendo's Splatoon 3 offers kid-friendly fun in a unique third-person puzzle/shooter. A solid entry for the Switch. (110 characters).
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Game review: Animal Crossing New Horizons Happy Home Paradise DLC
Fri, 26th Aug 2022
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Animal Crossing New Horizons' Happy Home Paradise DLC breathes new life into the game, providing a relaxing and rewarding design experience.
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Game review: Wreckfest (Nintendo Switch)
Fri, 15th Jul 2022
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Wreckfest on Nintendo Switch delivers a blast of racing mayhem, despite hardware limitations. A fun, wacky game for arcade racing fans.
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Game review: Pokemon Shining Pearl
Tue, 1st Mar 2022
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Nintendo's remake of Pokemon Diamond and Pearl for the Switch stays faithful to the original, but leaves out new features.
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Game review: Gear.Club Unlimited 2
Wed, 12th Jan 2022
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Gear.Club Unlimited 2, originally a Nintendo exclusive, has now been ported to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Here's our review.
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The LEGO Super Mario universe is getting kinda spooky
Fri, 5th Nov 2021
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LEGO has announced three spooky expansion sets for the LEGO Super Mario universe, featuring characters like Boo and King Boo. Available from 1 January 2022.
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Game review: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD (Nintendo Switch)
Thu, 4th Nov 2021
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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD is finally available for the Nintendo Switch after a ten-year wait, bringing nostalgia and excitement to fans.
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Game Review: Mario Party Superstars
Wed, 3rd Nov 2021
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I think this game is a brilliant addition to the Switch’s library and would make a great Christmas gift for anyone young or old.
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Game review: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury
Fri, 9th Apr 2021
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a must-play for Nintendo Switch users, offering fun gameplay and hours of entertainment.
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Game review: Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise
Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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'Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm - Exercise' lacks the appeal of 'Ring Fit Adventure' and leaves much to be desired, says reviewer.
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Hands-on review: Mario Kart Live, the toy all 90s kids wanted
Thu, 17th Dec 2020
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Nintendo's Mario Kart Live combines the childhood joys of Mario Kart and remote-controlled cars, creating a game that provides hours of fun for all ages.
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Game review - Paper Mario: The Origami King
Fri, 31st Jul 2020
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Nintendo's latest game, Paper Mario: The Origami King, offers a fantastic world and a fun story, although the combat system may frustrate some players.
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Bricktastic! Nintendo's NES is coming back - in LEGO form
Thu, 16th Jul 2020
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LEGO is continuing its love affair with Nintendo with a new built that will almost certainly appeal to brick lovers and retro console fans alike.
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Game review: Borderlands Legendary Collection on Nintendo Switch
Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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Borderlands Legendary Collection on the Nintendo Switch impresses with its style, gameplay, and customisable weapons, earning a solid 7/10 rating.
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Game review: 51 Worldwide Games for Nintendo Switch
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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There are tabletop games, card games, virtual sport games and more - a combination of which led me down a games rabbit-hole lasting entire weekends.
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Hands-on review: LEGO Super Mario
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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The LEGO Super Mario range offers a cute and blocky version of Mario with a wide range of options to choose from. See the full range here.
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Full reveal: LEGO shares a glimpse of the full Super Mario range
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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LEGO and Nintendo have unveiled their new LEGO Super Mario product range, offering interactive gameplay and endless creative possibilities.
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Nintendo's profits soar, but analysts fear slowdown on the horizon
Fri, 8th May 2020
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Operating profit skyrocketed 41% year-on-year for the financial year ending March 31, helped by its release of the popular Animal Crossing: New Horizons..