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gaming1 month ago•7 min saved

Switch 2 Patch Expands Mario Kart 8 Deluxe With Eight-Player Local Racing, Faster Loads

Nintendo’s Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2 gets a major update: local multiplayer now supports up to eight racers (with seven Switch 1 controllers plus one Switch 2 Pro Controller or Joy‑Con 2), faster load times and higher resolution on Switch 2 and TVs, USB camera support in Online Play and Local Play (four players with cameras), all players’ speeds increased by the equivalent of one coin, Boo immune to slow-down off-road, and Booster Course DLC VS Races expanded to 96 courses. The update is live now with full patch notes.

via Game Informer|

#eight-player-support #gaming #local-multiplayer

gaming1 month ago•4 min saved

Eight-player local split-screen arrives for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2

Nintendo released a surprise Switch 2 patch for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, enabling up to eight players to race locally on one console (with Switch 2 and at least one Joy-Con 2 or Switch 2 Pro Controller), along with improved image quality and faster loading. The update also adds GameShare and CameraPlay support and introduces a new “96 Races” option for Booster Course Pass custom VS matches, plus minor balance tweaks. Separate recent updates include Pikmin 3 Deluxe getting a similar Switch 2 boost, while Smash Bros Ultimate has not yet received a Switch 2 update.

via eurogamer.net|

#eight-player-split-screen #gaming #local-multiplayer

gaming1 month ago•13 min saved

Fresh Switch 2 Patch Turns Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Into an 8-Player Local Racer

Nintendo’s Switch 2 gets a free upgrade to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (version 4.0.0) that expands local multiplayer to eight players in split-screen, adds Switch 2 enhancements like crisper visuals and shorter load times, and introduces CameraPlay for online races. It also tweaks Boo’s animation and boosts race speed by roughly the equivalent of one coin. The patch arrives more than a year after Switch 2’s launch and doesn’t require any DLC, keeping Mario Kart 8 Deluxe relevant on the new hardware.

via Kotaku|

#camera-play #eight-player-split-screen #gaming

technology1 month ago•2 min saved

Nintendo Adds Eight-Player Split-Screen and CameraPlay to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2

Nintendo released a surprise free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2, adding eight-player local split-screen, CameraPlay support (including online via GameChat), shorter loading times, and enhanced docked visuals, as the game remains part of Nintendo’s evolving Switch 2 lineup alongside Mario Kart World.

via Engadget|

#cameraplay #local-multiplayer #mario-kart-8-deluxe

gaming1 month ago•2 min saved

Dragon Quest IX went DS-exclusive to fuel quick local multiplayer, Horii reveals

Dragon Quest IX was made a Nintendo DS exclusive to enable quick, easy local-network play and four-player multiplayer; creator Yuji Horii says the move surprised fans and left the team a bit disheartened by the backlash, and while he was convinced by Akihiro Hino, the game remains DS-only for now with potential future releases on modern platforms.

via nintendoeverything.com|

#dragon-quest-ix #gaming #local-multiplayer

gaming3 months ago•36 min saved

Halo on PS5 Drops PS Plus Demand for Local Co-Op After Backlash

Halo’s PS5 port sparked backlash by reportedly requiring two PlayStation Plus subscriptions for local split-screen co-op. After backlash, the developer updated FAQs to say offline local co-op only needs a PSN account for each player, not PS Plus; online co-op still requires PS Plus. The episode highlights ongoing confusion over cross-platform account requirements in console ports and has fueled debate about subscription gatekeeping.

via Push Square|

#couch-coop #gaming #halo

gaming8 months ago•12 min saved

Kirby Air Riders Patch 1.3.0 Expands Local Play With GameShare, Grand Prix

Kirby Air Riders on Switch 2 has been updated to version 1.3.0, adding GameShare and a new Grand Prix mode, along with Sub-In Series and local 2-player play from a single system, plus numerous balance tweaks for riders and machines and a long list of bug fixes; replays from v1.2.0 are not compatible and users can convert replays to video with a microSD Express card.

via Nintendo Life|

#game-share #gaming #grand-prix

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Kirby Air Riders: Nostalgic Racing with Split-Screen Multiplayer

Kirby Air Riders for Nintendo Switch 2 has confirmed support for splitscreen multiplayer, including two-player options with vertical or horizontal split, as well as local wireless play for up to eight players and online multiplayer for up to sixteen players, with GameChat support. The game is set to launch on November 20, 2025.

via Nintendo Everything|

#gaming #kirby-air-riders #local-multiplayer

technology1 year ago•7 min saved

Mario Kart World: Enhancing Multiplayer and Item Strategies

The article reflects on the nostalgic and ongoing importance of local multiplayer gaming, especially through Nintendo's new Switch 2, highlighting how shared gaming moments foster bonds and create lasting memories, even as adult responsibilities and changing social dynamics make such moments rarer.

via Polygon|

#local-multiplayer #mario-kart-world #multiplayer-gaming

gaming2 years ago•12 min saved

"The Challenge of Sequel-Making for Maddy Thorson: Insights from 'TowerFall'"

Maddy Thorson, the creator of the cult hit local multiplayer game TowerFall, reflects on the game's development, legacy, and impact. Originally intended as a single-player experience, the game's pivot to multiplayer was a hit, bringing communities together through its simple yet intense gameplay. Despite the game's success, Thorson feels that she and her team are now too old and scattered to create a sequel, as they struggle with the demands of game development and their personal lives.

via Rolling Stone|

#game-development #gaming #indie-games

gaming2 years ago•1 min saved

Sea of Stars to Introduce Thrilling 3-Player Co-Op Mode

Sabotage Studio announces a three-player local cooperative mode called "Single-Player+" for Sea of Stars, featuring a "co-op timed hits" mechanic for traversal and combat, with no release date specified. The game has been played by over five million people since its launch on various platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, and PC.

via Gematsu|

#co-op-mode #gaming #local-multiplayer

gaming2 years ago•2 min saved

"Helldivers 2: Co-Op Chaos and Immersive Gameplay Explained"

Helldivers 2, the upcoming PS5 and PC exclusive, does not currently support couch co-op, as indicated by the game's Steam page and PlayStation store listing. The absence of local co-op support suggests that the game is designed primarily for online co-op play, accommodating up to four players. While the intense particle effects and expansive maps may pose challenges for couch co-op on the PS5, there is potential for this feature to be added in the future.

via Dexerto|

#couch-co-op #gaming #helldivers-2

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Nintendo's Patent Reveals Split-Screen Gaming Device with Detachable Screens"

Nintendo has filed a patent for a device that resembles a 3DS but can be separated into two halves that communicate wirelessly. The device also features an outer touchscreen. While it is unclear what Nintendo's plans are for this device, it has sparked speculation about a potential Switch successor or an experimental concept.

via GoNintendo|

#gaming #hardware #local-multiplayer

gaming3 years ago•1 min saved

"Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Unveiling New Features, Deals, and Multiplayer Surprises"

Nintendo has revealed that Super Mario Bros. Wonder initially included player collision in local multiplayer but decided to remove it during development. The removal of collision reduces stress and prevents players from getting in each other's way on narrow platforms. However, players can still interact by saving defeated friends and riding Yoshi. Super Mario Bros. Wonder will be released for the Nintendo Switch on October 20, 2023.

via Nintendo Everything|

#game-development #gaming #local-multiplayer

gaming3 years ago•7 min saved

"Baldur's Gate 3: Co-op Craze, Combat Confusion, and Spellbook Secrets"

The popularity of couch co-op gaming, where players can play together in the same room, has been on the rise in recent years, fueled by the pandemic and a desire for in-person human connection. Games like "Baldur's Gate 3" and "Diablo 4" have introduced local multiplayer options, allowing players to team up and experience the game together on a split screen. While couch co-op can be more challenging and expensive to develop, it offers a unique gaming experience that promotes cooperation, communication, and shared enjoyment. Despite the focus on online multiplayer in recent years, many players have rediscovered the joy of playing games with friends and family in the same room.

via Los Angeles Times|

#baldurs-gate-3 #cooperative-gaming #couch-co-op