2018/10.It's the end of the year, a time of reflection, so today we're going to look back over the last 12 months of reviews across Nintendo Life. Reviews are our "bread and butter" so to speak, but have become quite a challenge for us as a team. The sheer amount of games currently being released means it's almost impossible to review everything; therefore, we have to pick and choose games we thin... more.

The inside story on the game launch that made $50 million in a single day.No, you're not suffering from déjà vu; this article originally appeared on the site in September this year, and we're republishing it as part of our 'Best of 2018' series which celebrates what we feel were our finest features of the past twelve months. Enjoy!Read the full article on nintendolife.comPowered by WPeMatico... more.

Big trouble.Digital storefronts are certified platforms allowing users to buy safe and legitimate content. Due to sheer amount of programs, apps and games approved for these platforms on a daily basis, sometimes there can be oversights.According to a tweet on the Chinese Nintendo Twitter account, there's been a big one in China. The local Microsoft Store front, where developers can share paid and ... more.

Luma also unlockable.Mario Tennis Aces is one of the many Switch games that keeps on giving. In the same tournament where you'll be able to unlock Luma - the star-like creature originally from Super Mario Galaxy, the Nintendo UK VS Twitter account has revealed there'll also be a chance to obtain the classic overall outfits for Mario and Luigi.It's all dependant on your performance in the January t... more.

Iconoclasts physical release also on the way.Earlier this month during the ''Kinda Funny Video Game Showcase' on Twitch, Limited Run announced a physical edition for Celeste would be available to pre-order from 1st January onward.Read the full article on nintendolife.comPowered by WPeMatico... more.

"We're constantly comparing our game with the originals".No, you're not suffering from déjà vu; this article originally appeared on the site in September this year, and we're republishing it as part of our 'Best of 2018' series which celebrates what we feel were our finest features of the past twelve months. Enjoy!Read the full article on nintendolife.comPowered by WPeMatico... more.

Love in the time of Koloro.With so many titles on eShop – from tiny mobile curios to triple-A epics – being ‘good’ simply isn’t be good enough anymore; you need something unique or dazzling to stand out in the crowd. Set in the subconscious dreamworld of a young girl named Kora, Koloro is a one-button (or touch) puzzle-platformer. Morphed into a squidgy cube by her imaginary companion, B... more.

Working towards a 2019 launch.Last time we got an update on the Kickstarter project Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Producer Koji 'Iga' Igarashi revealed WayForward would be assisting with the development by stamping out some really tough bugs.In the final Kickstarter update for the year, Igarashi said progress on the game has "reached its peak" - with the development team currently checking th... more.

TATE mode included.After being announced for the Switch in September, the critically-acclaimed mobile sensation Downwell will make its way to the Switch next year on 31st January. The publisher Devolver Digital reportedly confirmed the date over on its Discord channel.The title is a roguelike, platforming, shmup mash-up and includes a TATE mode so you can enjoy the game vertically. You take contro... more.

Put on your best outfit.Next year, Nintendo is releasing downloadable content for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch. If you register the game before 31st January you'll receive the Piranha Plant fighter. After this, you can look forward to the five Challenger Packs - with each one containing a new fighter, new stage and new music. If you opt with the Fighters Pass, you'll also receive an ex... more.