Highlights From November 12th's Nintendo Direct
If you missed the latest Nintendo Direct that took place today on November 12th, we've got you covered. We've listed the highlights from the show and we should prepare you... it was better than their E3 Direct!
- Nintendo kicked off the show by announcing The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD for the Wii U. It will release on March 4th, 2016.
- A bundle of the game will include a Wolf Link amiibo, which will also work in The Legend of Zelda Wii U.
The #Zelda Twilight Princess HD bundle comes with a Wolf Link #amiibo. #NintendoDirect pic.twitter.com/tMtlPpjOIj
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- The Den of Trials DLC & two new outfits will be added on 12/2/15 to Tri Force Heroes for free.
- Splatoon maps Mahi-Mahi Resort & Museum D'Alfonsio are arriving this week, along with a bunch of new gear.
- Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam releases January 22nd, 2016 in North America.
- It was announced that more than 3.3 million user-created levels are available globally in Super Mario Maker.
- A new Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival bundle was announced.
The #ACamiiboFestival bundle comes with the game and both the Isabelle and Digby #amiibo. #twinning #NintendoDirect pic.twitter.com/DazdC7nK86
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- Those who buy SteamWorld Heist on the Nintendo E-shop will receive an exclusive 3DS home screen.
- Typoman releases November 19th on Wii U.
- A new Wii U bundle with Splatoon and Super Smash Bros. will be available this holiday season.
They say it’s better to give than receive. Unless you can get this. #NintendoDirect pic.twitter.com/P2rZn0CmWf
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- Star Fox Zero releases April 22nd, 2016 on Wii U. We received a new trailer, which you can watch below.
- A collector's edition for Final Fantasy Explorers was revealed.
Up to four players can team up in local & online multiplayer in @FinalFantasy Explorers, launching for #3DS on 1/26. pic.twitter.com/LOLil9XQCI
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
A new gold Mega Man amiibo was revealed, which will work with the upcoming Legacy Collection to unlock new challenges.
A special gold-colored @MegaMan #amiibo will come with the Collector’s Edition of Mega Man Legacy Collection. pic.twitter.com/M3djA6mVOz
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- Pokemon Red, Yellow, & Blue versions are coming to 3DS.
- Fire Emblem Fates will be getting a collector's edition as well.
The #FireEmblemFates Special Edition includes all three games, an artbook and #3DS XL pouch. #NintendoDirect pic.twitter.com/ap6ndGt2zD
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- Linkle is joining Hyrule Warriors Legends, as you can see below.
A new playable female character named Linkle enters the Zelda universe in #HyruleWarriors Legends. #NintendoDirect pic.twitter.com/UsQPJILMRu
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
- Dragon Quest VII & Dragon Quest VIII are coming to 3DS in 2016.
- Hive Jump & Kerbal Space Program have been confirmed to arrive in 2016 on Wii U.
- Nintendo ended the show with a bang by announcing that Cloud from Final Fantasy VII is joining Super Smash Bros.!
Grab your ridiculously oversized sword! Cloud from Final Fantasy VII is coming to #SmashBros as a playable fighter! pic.twitter.com/2iXvZjf8AG
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
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