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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 as President Satoru Iwata, acclaimed for games like Earthbound, dies at 55.
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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.
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EB Games releasing Pokemon X and Y Nintendo 2DS bundles
Thu, 19th Jun 2014
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EB Games to release special Nintendo 2DS bundles with Pokemon X or Y pre-installed for $199.99, available from June 26th. Perfect for school holidays.
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Nintendo Wii U sales stagnant at 6.17 million units
Thu, 8th May 2014
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Nintendo Wii U struggles to compete as sales stagnate at 6.17m units, lagging behind Sony's PS4 rapid 7m sales in just 5 months.
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EA April fools joke lambasted
Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
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EA's April Fools' prank, mocking the Wii U via Frostbite's Twitter, faces backlash for crossing the line into spitefulness.
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Gamers spend $15.39 billion in 2013
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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US gamers spent a whopping $15.39 billion on video games in 2013, showing a shift towards digital content despite a dip in new physical sales.
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Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney on Nintendo 3DS
Fri, 7th Feb 2014
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Two iconic titans of puzzle and courtroom drama unite on 29th March in a unique crossover for Nintendo 3DS fans.
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Yoshi's New Island on 3DS from March
Tue, 28th Jan 2014
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Embark on a magical quest with Yoshi's New Island, hitting Nintendo 3DS on 15th March to reunite Baby Mario with his brother.
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Why has EA stopped supporting Nintendo?
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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EA pulls support for Nintendo Wii U, claiming it’s a “kids platform”. But with growing sales, will EA change its mind?.
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Make an appointment with Dr.Luigi on Nintendo Wii U...
Wed, 15th Jan 2014
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This weekend, join Dr. Luigi for a viral battle on Wii U, alongside the launch of other hit titles on the eShop.
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LEGO: The Hobbit game trailer released
Wed, 18th Dec 2013
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Players will utilise and combine the Dwarves’ unique abilities – often with hilarious results – to solve the most diverse Quests of any LEGO videogame to date.
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Parents urged to review ‘Parental Control’ settings this Christmas
Mon, 9th Dec 2013
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NZ interactive games association advises parents to review 'Parental Control' settings this Christmas for safe gaming.
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Wii U – happy 1st birthday
Mon, 2nd Dec 2013
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Nintendo's Wii U marks its 1st year amid struggles, yet shows promise with a renewed focus on quality games. Will it rise with its new approach?.
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Mighty Ape announce gaming sale
Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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If you've been waiting for a good time to stock up on all things gaming related now would be a good time to check out the Mighty Ape gaming weekend sale.
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Get Super Mario 3D Land for free
Thu, 21st Nov 2013
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Nintendo launches a thrilling offer for 3DS users to snag Super Mario 3D Land for free by simply registering a console and one game.
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Two new Wii U console offers set for November NZ release
Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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Nintendo announces two new Wii U offers in NZ for November, including bundles with Just Dance 2014 and Skylanders SWAP Force.