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Nintendo Files Copyright for Donkey Kong Movie: Expansion into Visual Content Accelerates
Nintendo has filed a copyright for an untitled Donkey Kong motion picture, signaling further expansion into movies following the record-breaking Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Nintendo 85th Shareholders Meeting: Directors Reelected and Kazuhiko Hachiya Joins Board
Nintendo holds its 85th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, reelects key directors, and welcomes Kazuhiko Hachiya to the board. Breakdown of 2025 approval ratings...
Nintendo Switch 2 Supply Shortages Expected Until Spring 2025, Analysts Say
Industry analysts indicate that the Nintendo Switch 2 will likely remain difficult to purchase until at least spring 2025, as high demand and supply constraints...
Nintendo Expands Film Adaptations with The Legend of Zelda Live-Action Movie and New Super Mario Bros. Animated Film
Nintendo confirms expansion into film with a new animated Super Mario Bros. movie and live-action The Legend of Zelda adaptation, highlighting its proactive production...
Nintendo Appoints Kazuhiko Hachiya as Outside Director: A Promising Step for Artistic Innovation
Nintendo brings acclaimed media artist and PetWORKS director Kazuhiko Hachiya onto its board as an outside director, signaling a broadened creative vision for the...
Nintendo President Discusses Long-Term Vision for Nintendo Switch 2 Lifecycle
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa outlines the company's commitment to a long and inclusive lifecycle for the Nintendo Switch 2 during the 85th annual general...
Nintendo Switch 2 Demand Surges Past Expectations, Furukawa Addresses Supply Shortages at 85th AGM
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addresses overwhelming demand and supply shortages for the Switch 2 during the 85th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders,...
Nintendo Explores Live Concerts to Expand Nintendo Music Reach, Says President Furukawa
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addresses potential for live concerts and orchestral performances at the 85th annual shareholder meeting, highlighting the role of...
Nintendo Switch 2 Becomes Fastest-Selling Nintendo Hardware with Over 3.5 Million Units Sold in Four Days
Nintendo Switch 2 sets a new sales record, exceeding 3.5 million units in its first four days and becoming Nintendo's fastest-selling hardware globally.
Nintendo Switch 2 Chip Production: Nintendo Partners With Samsung for Next-Gen Hardware
Nintendo teams up with Samsung to manufacture the core Nvidia-powered processor for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, aiming to meet high consumer demand and achieve...
Nintendo Confirms Robust Switch 2 Stock Plans to Meet U.S. Demand Ahead of Launch
Nintendo of America asserts Switch 2 supplies will meet initial U.S. demand, citing early pre-order response and robust production forecasts for the 2024 launch.
Nintendo Switch 2: Nintendo Highlights Enhanced Hardware and Gameplay Innovation Ahead of Global Launch
Nintendo details the rationale behind enhanced processing power and innovation in Nintendo Switch 2, reaffirming its commitment to new gameplay experiences for players...
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Forecast: 15 Million Units Targeted in First Fiscal Year, Explains President Shuntaro Furukawa
Nintendo targets sales of 15 million Switch 2 consoles in its first fiscal year, citing pricing and backwards compatibility as key factors in its sales strategy,...
Nintendo Switch 2’s Enhanced Power Enables Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Innovations
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza leverage Nintendo Switch 2's advanced hardware, promising gameplay experiences...
Nintendo Switch 2: President Furukawa Addresses Innovation Concerns in Latest Financial Q&A
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa clarifies the company's strategy for the Nintendo Switch 2, emphasizing redesigned hardware and support for ambitious titles like...
Nintendo Switch 2: Shuntaro Furukawa Highlights Enhanced Hardware and Fresh Experiences
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa discusses the Nintendo Switch 2's significant hardware improvements and support for exclusive titles like Mario Kart World and...
Nintendo Addresses Core Gamer Appeal and Performance Goals for Switch Successors
Nintendo reaffirms its commitment to both core gamers and wider audiences, emphasizing hardware performance and inclusive design during its May 2025 fiscal Q&A....
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Target: Nintendo Aims for 15 Million Units in First Fiscal Year
Nintendo sets an ambitious sales target for the Nintendo Switch 2, aiming for 15 million units shipped in its first fiscal year. President Shuntaro Furukawa shares...
Nintendo Switch 2: Enhanced Power, Innovative Features, and New Gameplay Possibilities
Nintendo Switch 2 introduces upgraded processing power, mouse controls, and GameChat, paving the way for new experiences in upcoming titles like Mario Kart World and...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing May Shift Amid Tariff Changes, Confirms President Furukawa
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addresses potential Nintendo Switch 2 price changes due to tariffs, outlines sales goals, and shares global launch details for the...
Nintendo President Discusses Tariffs and Production for Switch 2 Hardware
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addresses tariff impact on Switch 2 manufacturing, detailing the company's global production strategy and plans for North American...
Nintendo Switch Online: Expanding Features and Strategy for Sustained Growth
Nintendo Switch Online enhances its subscription service with GameChat and classic GameCube titles, as outlined by President Shuntaro Furukawa’s mid- to long-term...
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Forecast: President Furukawa Outlines Strategic Launch Aims
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa provides details on Switch 2 sales forecasts, launch strategy, and software outlook following the company's latest financial results.
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch: Lower Profit Margin Confirmed Ahead of Global Release
Nintendo confirms a reduced profit margin for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, despite strong sales forecasts and a global release set for June 2025. Learn all the...
Nintendo Confirms Efforts to Boost Nintendo Switch 2 Production to Meet Global Demand
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa confirms ramped-up Nintendo Switch 2 production as massive pre-order demand exceeds expectations, with 2.2 million applicants in...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing May Be Impacted by US Tariffs, Says President Furukawa
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa addresses how ongoing US tariffs could shape the final price of the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 console.
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Stays Steady Amid Tariff Uncertainty, Says President Furukawa
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa confirms Switch 2 pricing remains unchanged for now, while future adjustments depend on evolving tariff conditions. Learn about...
Nintendo Switch 2 Price May Adjust Based on Tariffs, Says President Furukawa
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addresses Switch 2 pricing and potential adjustments in response to tariff changes, highlighting factors impacting the upcoming...
Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date Nears: Key Milestones Ahead of June 2025 Launch
Nintendo Switch 2 is set for a global launch on June 5, 2025, following confirmed details from Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa. Here's a look at the timeline and...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders Overwhelm My Nintendo Store as Demand Surpasses 2.2 Million in Japan
Nintendo faces unprecedented demand for Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders, with over 2.2 million applications in Japan alone. President Shuntaro Furukawa confirms limited...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Order Surge Signals Potential Record-Breaking Global Launch
Nintendo Switch 2's pre-order demand surpasses expectations with 2.2 million Japan registrations, hinting at a possible record-setting console debut according to...
Nintendo Switch 2 Lottery Sees Over 2.2 Million Applications in Japan, Furukawa Addresses Supply Shortages
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order lottery receives a record 2.2 million applications in Japan, leading to expected supply shortages at launch. President Shuntaro Furukawa...
Nintendo Museum Offers Exclusive StreetPass Miis for 3DS Visitors in Kyoto
Discover how Nintendo Museum visitors in Kyoto can unlock exclusive StreetPass Miis for the Nintendo 3DS, featuring icons like Shigeru Miyamoto, Shinya Takahashi, and...
Nintendo Expects Minimal Impact from US Tariffs on Switch and Upcoming Switch 2
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addresses the financial effects of new US tariffs on Chinese imports, assuring minimal impact on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 sales.
Nintendo Confirms Continued Nintendo Switch Support in 2025 Amid Switch 2 Launch Plans
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa reaffirms plans for new Nintendo Switch titles in 2025, even as anticipation builds for the Nintendo Switch 2. Get the latest...
Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing: Furukawa Addresses Inflation, Exchange Rates, and Consumer Expectations
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa discusses how inflation and exchange rates are influencing Switch 2 pricing considerations, reaffirming the company's commitment...
Nintendo Switch Sales Decline: Furukawa Addresses Forecast Amid Switch 2 Anticipation
Nintendo Switch surpasses 150 million units but faces a second consecutive sales forecast reduction. President Shuntaro Furukawa clarifies the role of Switch 2...
Nintendo Switch 2 Launch: Nintendo Vows Strong Measures Against Scalpers Ahead of Release
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa addresses concerns about scalpers as Switch 2 prepares for launch, detailing the company's strategy to ensure fair access for...
Nintendo Switch Online Subscribers Exceed 34 Million Amid Shifts in Service and Content
Nintendo Switch Online surpasses 34 million subscribers as of September 2024, with the company focusing on new features like Nintendo Music to maintain and grow its...
Nintendo’s Unique Approach to AI in Game Development Sets It Apart in 2024
Discover how Nintendo’s stance on artificial intelligence diverges from industry trends, with insights from Shigeru Miyamoto and President Shuntaro Furukawa. Learn why...
Shigeru Miyamoto Addresses Nintendo’s Unique Approach Amid Gaming Industry’s AI Surge
Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto emphasizes the company’s distinctive vision and cautious stance on artificial intelligence, despite industry trends toward AI-driven...
Joy-Con Drift Lawsuits Dismissed: Diaz, Carbajal and Sanchez Cases Called for Dismissal in 2024
Multiple long-running Joy-Con drift lawsuits against Nintendo — including Diaz v. Nintendo, Carbajal v.
Nintendo Confirms Switch Successor Announcement Coming Before March 2025
Nintendo has officially announced plans to reveal the successor to the Nintendo Switch within the current fiscal year, according to a statement by President Shuntaro...
Nintendo Switch Sales Surpass 139 Million Units Worldwide: Latest Figures and Top-Selling Games
Nintendo Switch console sales exceed 139 million units worldwide as Nintendo reports robust demand for the OLED Model. Discover the latest sales statistics,...
Nintendo Switch Online: No Immediate Plans for GameCube or 3DS Libraries, Confirms President Furukawa
President Shuntaro Furukawa clarifies Nintendo Switch Online's approach to legacy game libraries, addressing GameCube and 3DS titles while highlighting recent...
Nintendo Switch Online Surpasses 36 Million Subscribers Amidst Strong Console Sales
Nintendo Switch Online membership exceeds 36 million as Nintendo Switch console sales reach new milestones. Get the latest facts and official statements from Nintendo...
Ring Fit Adventure Surpasses 10 Million Sales as Nintendo Confirms Continued Support
Nintendo confirms Ring Fit Adventure has exceeded 10 million global sales since its October 2019 Nintendo Switch launch, with ongoing updates and strong worldwide demand.
Nintendo Switch Lifecycle: Furukawa Confirms System in Midlife as Platform Enters 4th Year
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa discusses the Nintendo Switch's lifecycle and plans as the console enters its fourth year, in response to new hardware competition...
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa Outlines Vision for Nintendo Switch and Global Brand Expansion
New Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa shares his strategic goals for the Nintendo Switch and the future of Nintendo IP, emphasizing digital growth and wider...
Shuntaro Furukawa Named Nintendo President: Leadership Direction for Nintendo’s Future
Shuntaro Furukawa takes the helm as Nintendo's president, succeeding Tatsumi Kimishima. Discover Furukawa's vision for Nintendo’s business, his dedication to...
Tatsumi Kimishima Retires: Shuntaro Furukawa Named New Nintendo President in 2018 Leadership Shakeup
Nintendo announces the retirement of President Tatsumi Kimishima, appointing Shuntaro Furukawa as successor. Get details on the executive transition, Furukawa’s...