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I Might Be Losing It, But Splatoon 2′s Salmon Run Schedule Is…Fine?
I don’t know if this is some weird digital version of Stockholm Syndrome, or my trying to rationalize a Nintendo-ass decision about multiplayer. Whatever is going on, I’m surprised to report that I’ve started to like the way Salmon Run is only available during certain block schedules. From what I’ve seen online, most Splatoon players seem…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 3, 2017 -
“Nintendo” Probably Doesn’t Mean What You Think It Does
The common assumption is that “Nintendo” (任天堂) means “leave luck to heaven” or even “to leave one’s fortune in the hands of fate.” Those assumptions, however, could be wrong. In Japan, Nintendo’s official logo still uses the kanji characters 任天堂, so it’s important to understand what they could have originally meant to company founderFusajiro Yamauchi.…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 3, 2017 -
Look At This Nintendo Switch Cup Holder
Internet Guy Does What Nintendon’t. Thingiverse user sanzliot, aka Tripwire Interactive’s David Hensely, is to thank for this custom Nintendo Switch drink holder, which is available here to make if you at all have access to a 3D printer Those 1-2 Switch drinking games are about to get messy
By Luke Plunkett Published August 2, 2017 -
Nintendo Fixed My Left Joy-Con Really Fast
Late last week I decided to send in my Nintendo Switch’s left Joy-Con for repairs. What follows is a brief timeline of how that went. LAST THURSDAY: I’m playing Splatoon 2, using the split Joy-Con motion control setup because I like to win. I realize that, now that I need the Joy-Con for a competitive…
By Kirk Hamilton Published August 2, 2017 -
EsportsSo Far, Nintendo’s Arms Does Not Have Legs
Nintendo’s version of Rock ‘em Sock ‘em Robots, Arms, has struggled to stay relevant since its release back in June. Arms is by no means a bad game, and Nintendo’s been enthusiastically supporting it with post-release updates. But a month in, there isn’t much to grab onto with Arms Early on, Arms’ prospect as an…
By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published August 2, 2017 -
Persona Q2 Announced For Nintendo 3DS
Atlus launched a teaser sign with the Persona 5 catchphrase “Take Your Heart” and theArsene top hat logo. Below that, it reads Persona Q2 and Nintendo 3DS. That’s about it! No word yet on when Persona Q2 will be released in Japan or internationally. The previous game brought together cuted-up versions of Persona 3 and…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 2, 2017 -
Nintendo’s Solution To Switch Battery Issues: Let It Drain, Then Recharge It Six Times
The Switch’s battery indicator has been faulty for some since launch. Some users’ battery will appear to drop to 1% rapidly, even though the battery itself works just fine. With the Switch’s most recent update Nintendo has offered a fix, but it’s a little tedious. The Switch’s battery indicator bug looks really scary, but it’s…
By Gita Jackson Published August 1, 2017 -
How To Find And Defeat Legendary Moltres In Pokémon Go
As of yesterday, Articuno is no longer available in Pokémon Go. Instead, the fiery Moltres has started spawning in gym raids across the globe. Given that Moltres will only be around until August 14th, here are some tips for tracking it down and capturing it. For some of you, finding a Moltres will be as…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 1, 2017 -
You Can Pre-Order The SNES Classic This Month (For Real This Time)
After last week’s Walmart debacle, a whole lot of Nintendo fans have been asking when the hell they’ll be able to pre-order the much-anticipated SNES Classic, which launches on September 29. Today, Nintendo finally offered an answer: later this month. Here’s Nintendo: We appreciate the incredible anticipation that exists for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System:…
By Jason Schreier Published August 1, 2017 -
The Nintendo Switch Gets Its First NSFW-Style Game
During a Nintendo Direct this April, it was announced that Senran Kagura, the curvy ninja game, was headed to the Switch. At a press conference today in Tokyo, Senran Kagura creator Kenichiro Takaki showed off the game. Depending on where you work, it looks rather NSFW, especially for a game on a Nintendo system. If…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 1, 2017 -
Culture
Instant Ramen Packaging Looks Like Splatoon 2
Japanese noodle maker Nissin just announced a new Cup Noodle called “Black Seafood” that looks incredibly similar to a recently released game. Hrm. I wonder which one… OH RIGHT SPLATOON 2. The Japanese at the bottom of the label reads “Squid Ink Black Seafood.” According to the official press release, the packaging has a “colorful…
By Brian Ashcraft Published August 1, 2017 -
Splatoon 2 Fans May Destroy Themselves Fighting Over Mayo vs Ketchup
Splatoon 2‘s first post-launch Splatfest has a theme, and while the event hasn’t officially begun yet, people are already getting riled up. The lobby has become a battleground, with everyone making a case as to why you should pick one side over the other. Marina, as everyone guessed, is Team Ketchup, while the gremlin squid…
By Patricia Hernandez Published July 31, 2017 -
Kotaku East
Long Lines And Sell-Outs For Dragon Quest XI In Japan
Water is wet. Sugar is sweet. And Japan loves Dragon Quest. In the least surprising news of the weekend, the latest DQ release drew long lines. At some locations, the game sold out. Website Inside Games covered the Tokyo launch, reporting how over 200 people lined up at the Bic Camera in Ikebukuro. Another 200…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 31, 2017 -
Kotaku East
Switch Sales Are Causing Problems In Japan
In Japan, the lines for the Nintendo Switch have been hell. The way that retailers are deciding who gets the consoles just caused big woes for one of Japan’s most famous electronics chains. In an effort to seemingly be “fair” and stymie the gray market, major chains like Bic Camera, Yodobashi Camera, and Toys “R”…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 28, 2017 -
Sealed Copy Of Super Mario Bros. Sells For $30,000
You read that right: A mint-condition sealed copy of Super Mario Bros. from one of its earliest print runs sold at auction for $30,100.44 on eBay yesterday afternoon, and the seller confirmed to Kotaku that the buyer has paid up. The seller, a longtime retro game dealer based in Pennsylvania called DKOldies, put the game…
By Chris Kohler Published July 27, 2017 -
ReviewsHardwareGame Systems
New Nintendo 2DS XL: The Kotaku Review
If you don’t care about 3D anymore—and even Nintendo’s interest in it seems to be fading—then the New Nintendo 2DS XL is the absolute best model in Nintendo’s line of portable gaming hardware. It’s a shame the company makes adding new devices such a burden. Nintendo’s nomenclature for handhelds has turned into alphabet soup, as…
By Chris Kohler Published July 27, 2017 -
CultureCosplay
Oh God This Waluigi Cosplay
This is how Mick Ignis went to Comic Con this year. I will not sleep easily tonight. He had some make-up help from Cig Nuetron, who was looking just as awful/amazing as Wario (while that’s Rannie Rodil as Mario & Luigi’s Princess Shroob):
By Luke Plunkett Published July 26, 2017 -
Walmart Cancels SNES Classic Pre-Orders, Citing A ‘Glitch’
Oops! If you breathed a sigh of relief as you locked down your SNES Classic pre-order on Walmart.com Friday night, it’s time to start hyperventilating again, because the retailer has just canceled the orders en masse “Unfortunately, due to a technical glitch, the Super Nintendo Classic Edition was mistakenly made available last Friday evening ahead…
By Chris Kohler Published July 26, 2017 -
CultureThe New 3DS Pikmin Game Is A Bummer
Hey! Pikmin, you are a disappointing game. Kotaku features editor Chris Kohler and I recently discussed our disappointment in this week’s 3DS/2DS adventure that neither of us has been compelled to complete. He’s halfway, I’m earlier in and even with the help of Captain Olimar, we just can’t find the old Pikmin magic. Stephen Totilo:…
By Stephen Totilo Published July 26, 2017 -
Kotaku East
Splatoon 2 Had A Big First Week Of Sales In Japan
In its first three days on sale, Splatoon 2 sold an estimated 670,955 copies at Japanese retail. Typically in Japan, new Pokémon games sell well over a million copies in their first few days out. For example, Sun and Moon sold 1,905,107 copies at retail. That’s at the extreme end of the spectrum, and generally…
By Brian Ashcraft Published July 26, 2017