Bring on the Miiverse!

Nintendo has released System Software version 7.0 for Nintendo 3DS, which includes Miiverse support in addition to several other features. Notably, the system update allows users to link a Nintendo Network ID they've already established on Wii U, or create a new Nintendo Network ID. This functionality allows players with Wii U and 3DS to share a common wallet across the eShop on both systems.

Get your 3DS ready!

Nintendo has announced a National StreetPass Weekend for December 14 and 15 in North America.

For two days, all Nintendo Zones throughout Canada and the United States will communicate with each other, mixing up the StreetPasses they receive and redistributing them to other Nintendo Zones. This means players can receive passes from all over the continent, filling in their map and logging more players from even more areas than ever before.

Who knew that this golden oldie had such deft platforming skills? (SPOILERS INSIDE)

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze will be released for Wii U on February 21, 2014, as announced during the recent VGX awards show.

In addition to a release date for the previously delayed 2D platformer, Nintendo and Retro Studios unveiled the title's fourth playable character to be Cranky Kong, the grandfather of the titular Donkey Kong who was previously teased via a leaked image of the game's box art.

Toad is still waiting on his celebration.

The Year of Luigi will continue on into 2014, according to President and COO of Nintendo of America Reggie Fils-Aime.

Nintendo's campaign to promote Luigi was announced during a Nintendo Direct on Feb. 14, 2013. During an interview with Siliconera, Reggie said that there will be "some Year of... Read more...

Not as a playable character, but we can continue to dream! 

Skull Kid, the antagonist and wielder of the titular Majora's Mask, will becoming to Super Smash Bros.

This information comes from the official Super Smash Bros. site where Skull Kid can be seen posing above a location that looks similar to Skyloft. The site stresses that Skull kid will... Read more...

The downloads train is slowing to a crawl...

Things are slowing down once again here at the Downloads Headquarters. Sonic and Altered Beast make an appearance, you know, just in case owning them on a hundred previous consoles wasn’t enough for you. The final character-themed sale is here as well, featuring Donkey Kong and none of his best... Read more...

The President and COO of Nintendo of America will be making an apperance. 

Reggie Fils-Aime, the president and chief opperating officer of Nintendo of America will be at Spike's 2013 VGX to show a Wii U game.

It is unknown what title will be shown off, the only information given on the official VGX website is that Reggie will be "presenting a new look at an upcoming Wii U game."

Do you share your mic too much maybe?

Horicorp has finally created what you’ve all been waiting for: a licensed antibacterial, sound-reducing funnel-like object for the Wii U microphone.

The device can fit onto any Wii U compatible USB microphone by first pushing the base through the bottom of the microphone until it seals and then... Read more...

Not gonna lie, this trailer looks pretty badass.

Batman: Arkham Origins will receive the previously announced Initiation downloadable content today, according to Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.

The Initiation DLC includes four challenge maps and the Initiation Bruce Wayne and Vigilante Bruce Wayne skins. The add-on can be downloaded on all consoles for $6.99 while players who have purchased the Season Pass for Arkham Origins can access the content instantly for free.

So the rumors are true!

A Mario and Luigi themed 3DS XL is now available in stores and comes with Mario and Luigi: Dream Team pre-installed. The bundle has a suggested retail price of $199.99.

The limited edition console features line illustrations of the brothers running on the outside of the console against a silver background. 

A free update is coming to Mutant Mudds on the 3DS.

Treasurenauts has been delayed from a late 2013 release to a Q1 release in 2014. Jools Watsham, co-founder and director at developer and eShop publisher Renegade Kid, revealed this news on his blog. 

The reasons for the delay given were not related to issues with the game, but the team's... Read more...

You wouldn't download a chair now would you?

From December 1-31, people who have the SpotPass feature enabled on their Nintendo 3DS Animal Crossing: New Leaf game will receive a free Tree-Stump Chair.

To receive the gift, players must visit the Post Office on Main Street and speak with either Pelly or Phyllis, then select the menu option "Downloadable Item."

The Dark Emperor is coming to the Smash Bros. Universe

The Dark Emperor, the final boss in the 3DS game Find Mii II, will be making an appearance in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS. 

This information comes from the official Super Smash Bros. site where the Dark Emperor can be seen squaring off against the Wii Fit Trainer. A Find Mii II based stage can... Read more...

Clearly, the hero of time has not failed today.

The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia, the book compiled by Nintendo for the 25th anniversary of the Legend of Zelda franchise last year, is currently on sale at Amazon for $17.49, half of its usual price of $34.99.

The book is most notable for the official timeline of the series, which takes a controversial... Read more...

Learn the origins of Bruce's mad martial arts skills.

Batman: Arkham Origins will receive new downloadable content in December, according to a recent episode of DC All Access. The DLC challenge pack, Initiation, will follow Bruce Wayne’s training before he became Batman.

Ames Kirshen, the vice president of WB Games, explained how the DLC is “a... Read more...

The developer of Rune Factory closes its doors after 20 years.

Game developer Neverland Company has announced a cease of operations via its official website and has begun the process of filing for bankruptcy.

Neverland explained that the shutdown is due to new changes and sluggish performance in the business environment in recent years. Attempts to raise funds have been unsuccessful, leaving the company no choice but to close its doors after 20 years of operation.

Finally some Wii U love!

New downloadable content for Batman: Arkham Origins was announced today by Warner Bros. Interactive and will be available for all systems, including the Wii U. The three packs offered are the Infinite Earth Skins Pack, Black Mask Challenge Pack, and Online Supply Drop #1, although the Supply Drop pack will not be available on the Wii U.

3D Space Harrier and 3D Super Hang-On are out this week.

This week in Nintendo Downloads stars Sega's 3D Space Harrier and 3D Super Hang-On. If those don't interest you, there's also a couple Virtual Console titles, a few eShop games, and several sales to drain your wallet.

3DS Retail Games

Young Justice: Legacy - $29.99

3DS eShop Sales

Shin Megami Tensei IV - $29.99, November 28 - December 2

The Pikmin and 1080° Snowboarding director is still at Nintendo.

A recent Twitter post from the current lead Tekken designer has let slip that Nintendo could be working on a brand new IP.

Katsuhiro Harada was asked by a fan what Masamichi Abe, an old colleague of his, is up to these days. According to Harada, Abe is working on "some Nintendo original title."

Complete, four-part, ten-hour recording now available! Donations close on 11/30! 

The event may be over, but that doesn't mean it's too late to donate to Child's Play! Just follow the link below. We hope to post a recording for those that missed the live event soon.

You read right, readers! We're back with another mega-podcast for charity! For the uninitiated, this is an all-day... Read more...