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Mario Wonder 1.1.0 Patch Tweaks for Switch 2 Edition and New DLC
gaming23 days ago

Mario Wonder 1.1.0 Patch Tweaks for Switch 2 Edition and New DLC

Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros. Wonder just landed Version 1.1.0 to prep for the Switch 2 Edition and upcoming paid DLC, adding amiibo support, Polish language localization, and a startup profile prompt from the HOME menu, plus an in-game link to the eShop upgrade page; the update also includes general fixes on Switch 1 and Switch 2 and signals the third update since launch, ahead of the Switch 2 Edition’s March 26, 2026 release.

Kirby Air Riders Amiibo Sets a New Price Benchmark at $55
technology1 month ago

Kirby Air Riders Amiibo Sets a New Price Benchmark at $55

Nintendo’s Kirby Air Riders amiibo line has set a new price record with the King Dedede & Tank Star figure listed at $55, higher than the previously priced Kirby & Warp Star at $50; Meta Knight & Shadow Star were initially $50 but recently discounted to $45, while other lines like Super Mario Galaxy have seen price cuts, signaling a mixed pricing strategy that leans toward premium figures despite occasional reductions; Tank Star’s transformable design also contributes to the higher price.

Nintendo doubles down on premium amiibo as prices rise and demand wobbles
gaming1 month ago

Nintendo doubles down on premium amiibo as prices rise and demand wobbles

Nintendo is shifting amiibo strategy toward premium, highly detailed figures with price tags of 24.99–34.99 (old stock up to 19.99), a move that prices out many collectors even as big lines—like Metroid Prime 4 and Kirby Air Riders—aim for higher quality and new in-game use. Some new releases sit unsold at the higher prices, while a few have sold out or seen discounts to around $20, signaling demand isn’t keeping up with cost, and fans debate whether to buy now, wait for sales, or prefer cheaper amiibo cards.

Nintendo Turns Mario Into Wooden Blocks With a Playful App Twist
gadgets1 month ago

Nintendo Turns Mario Into Wooden Blocks With a Playful App Twist

Nintendo is debuting My Mario wooden block sets (30-piece for $150 or 3-piece for $30) that are Amiibo-compatible for Switch games, along with a free Hello, Mario app for Android and iPadOS that lets kids poke and spin a squashable Mario head and add effects. The line also includes Mario-themed rattles and blankets, and the toys are designed to be age-appropriate while encouraging use with existing Switch titles. The products arrive in the US and Europe starting February 19, 2026, with in-store availability in Nintendo’s physical stores (online availability unclear).

Resident Evil Requiem Gets Leon and Grace Amiibo with Skin Unlocks
gaming2 months ago

Resident Evil Requiem Gets Leon and Grace Amiibo with Skin Unlocks

Capcom announced two Resident Evil Requiem amiibo—Leon S. Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft—set to release this summer; tapping the figures unlocks weapon skins in-game. The Switch 2 version of Resident Evil Requiem launches on February 27, 2026. Amiibo pre-orders aren’t live yet, but the game is available to pre-order on Amazon. Pricing and exact amiibo release date are not announced yet.

Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Bros. Wonder lands March 26 with expanded multiplayer
gaming2 months ago

Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Bros. Wonder lands March 26 with expanded multiplayer

Nintendo will release the Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Bros. Wonder on March 26, adding co‑op and multiplayer upgrades ( Rosalina playable, Luma assist, and an assist mode) and a new Bellabel Park. Original owners can upgrade for $20. The edition expands local play with 17 co‑op/versus modes and a six‑minigame Game Room Plaza, supporting up to eight players locally and 12 online. A Talking Flower accessory ships March 12, and three new amiibo launch the same day, with pre-orders starting today.

Nintendo Launches Exciting Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals for 2025
technology5 months ago

Nintendo Launches Exciting Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals for 2025

Nintendo is offering Black Friday deals on Switch games, amiibo, and MicroSD cards, with discounts on select first-party titles and accessories, but no bundles for the new Switch 2 console. The sale includes price drops on popular games, amiibo discounts, and a seasonal MicroSD card promotion, along with ongoing digital deals through the Cyber Deals sale.