Nintendo switches things up with next console

By Grant Stoner | Staff Writer Last week, Nintendo unveiled their latest system to the masses, the Nintendo Switch. This new piece of hardware looks to bridge the gap between home entertainment and portability, both hallmarks of Nintendo consoles. The announcement trailer opens with a young man playing the long-awaited “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” before being interrupted by his energetic dog. … Continue reading Nintendo switches things up with next console

‘Pokken Tournament’ amazes fans fully

By Grant Stoner | The Duquesne Duke As a young child, the battles within the Pokémon television shows always fascinated me. While I thoroughly enjoyed the traditional turn-based combat in the games, the intense and fast-paced action was captivating. I would wonder as to why the games couldn’t treat duels in a similar manner. With “Pokken Tournament,” the awe-inspiring confrontations are no longer confined to … Continue reading ‘Pokken Tournament’ amazes fans fully

‘Twilight Princess’ misses the mark twice

By Zachary Landau | The Duquesne Duke It feels weird reviewing “The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD” considering the next entry in the franchise is releasing later this year. It conveys a lack of confidence in a product when a company rereleases one of its most commercially successful games in the lead up to their newest and untested product. Considering Nintendo’s unstable situation, it … Continue reading ‘Twilight Princess’ misses the mark twice

Nintendo names new president after Iwata’s passing

By Grant Stoner | the Duquesne Duke Early last week, Nintendo unveiled the name of its next president, Tatsumi Kimishima, after the untimely passing of former President and CEO Satoru Iwata. Prior to Iwata’s death, video gaming giant Nintendo had announced that a new console would be available to consumers within the next year, as well as a shift toward a larger presence in the … Continue reading Nintendo names new president after Iwata’s passing