The Switch's Joy-Con controllers turn into motion-controlled cardboard handlebars.

Alright, if you've read my previous coverage of Nintendo Labo you know I've been a little torn about it. I think it's a great idea, but I also firmly believe it's something I'd buy, build, play with for a day, and then forget. At least I did until Ninty decided to make the Variety Kit compatible with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. 
Nintendo Labo offers up a whole host of creative possibilities outside of its basic uses, as Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, and Ariana Grande , but the 'game' side of things is what stopped me from purchasing one myself. 
I'd have a blast building the Labo bits and the fishing game would likely draw my attention for a few hours, but that was about it. It seemed the motorbike function was the weakest of the lot... until Mario Kart joined the fray.

During this week's Nintendo Direct was headed to the Switch dropped and was quickly followed by its launch date - later that day/night. Even in just over a day the downloads have already reached 2 million and likely won't be slowing down anytime soon. 
Of course, that's not totally surprising news is it? As THE most popular game in the world at the moment, pulling in 125 million total players across its platforms, and by throwing it on the Switch - one of the most popular consoles - it's a recipe for success whatever way you look at it. . 

The tech enthusiasts at Digital Foundry have taken a look at the soon to be released Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker on both the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS. The publication reveals that the game is 1080p and 60fps docked on Switch and 720p and 60fps in handheld mode. The Nintendo 3DS version is apparently […]

The Verge has just published an informative interview with Shinya Takahashi, who is the general manager of Nintendo’s Entertainment Planning & development division. The site talked to him about a range of topics but one of the teresting ones is Nintendo’s future plans for the Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 2DS platform. “As a platform that […]

Grab your backpack and headtorch, and prepare to set off on a charming puzzle-platforming adventure in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS family systems on 13th July. The game includes levels based on four of the Kingdoms from Super Mario Odyssey, with the newly released Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Overview Trailer offering a sneak peek at them. Players who […]

Nintendo has released a brand new trailer for Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS. The video reveals new stages which were inspired by the Super Mario Odyssey kingdoms. Those of you who are anticipating the game will pleased to know there’s a demo currently available on the Nintendo eShop for you to check […]

One of the big releases for the Nintendo 3DS next month is the Wii U port of the charming Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. It has been revealed that the Nintendo 3DS version of the game will display the same image on both the top and bottom screen. Those worried should be relieved to hear that […]

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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is available now for the Xbox One, PC and, Nintendo Switch.