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	Looking for amiibo figures this holiday?	They’re not just cute—they can do cool things in compatible games! Check out five new amiibo (and what they do) below.	What’s that amiibo do?	[1]
	The results are in	2015 was a great year for Nintendo games, just ask the fans!	Best Nintendo Games of 2015 Voted by Fans	[2]
	Miiting highlights about Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam	The developers of the Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam game visit Miiverse to answer questions from around the world. You never know what you may find out–maybe even what tiny details in Luigi's animation they focused on getting just right!	Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Developer Q&A	[3]
	Bowser for prez	Bowser’s running for class president, but it’s not because he wants to help anyone…except for himself! Can you solve the riddle below by using the answer key to find the right letters?	Missing Word Game Bowser for Prez	[4]
	Mario & Luigi make ‘em laugh	There are a ton of giggles, laughs, and snorts in the Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions game. Here are a few of our favorite LOL moments!	Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions LOL Moments	[5]
	Nice-a to see you, Luigi!	The Super Mario Odyssey game for the Nintendo Switch system has an exciting free update, available now. Details below!	Super Mario Odyssey Free Luigi DLC	[6]
	Nintendo Switch games for the whole gang	The Nintendo Switch system can transform from home console to portable system in a snap, so you and your friends can play wherever you may go.	Best Multiplayer Portable Switch Games	[7]
	Can you decode a secret back-to-school message?	Wario was sent to the principal’s office—again! Can you guess why? You can try to decode the secret message below to get the answer!	Wario Secret Message Game	[8]
	The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game is here!	New characters and stages join the entire legacy roster in the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate game, now available for the Nintendo Switch system.	Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch Release Date	[9]
	Homework cat-astrophe!	Cat Mario worked hard on his first homework of the school year, but his friend Undodog accidentally made it disappear—woof! Can you decode the message below to find out what Cat Mario will do? Undodog and Cat Mario appear in the Super Mario Maker 2 game, available now for the Nintendo Switch system.	Mario Secret Message Fun Decoding	[10]
	Free Super Mario Maker 2 update	A free Super Mario Maker 2 software update adds the ability to play directly with friends in online multiplayer modes, plus other upgrades to make for an even more seamless gaming experience.	Free Super Mario Maker 2 Switch Multiplayer Update	[11]
	Free update adds playable character Link and more!	The free Ver. 2.0.0 update in the Ver. 2.0.0 update in the Super Mario Maker 2 game adds Link from the Legend of Zelda series as a playable character, new course parts, and a new gameplay mode – Ninji Speedruns!	Super Mario Maker 2 Free DLC Updates Ver. 2.0.0	[12]
	Games where the player’s in charge	These games give players the chance to take on important roles like builder, explorer, and leader—and maybe even pick up some problem-solving skills!	Games Good for Science	[13]
	The first wave of DLC is available!	Part 1 of the Luigi’s Mansion 3 Multiplayer Pack paid DLC is available! You can read more below for all the chilling-yet-charming details.	Luigi's Mansion 3 Multiplayer DLC Pack 1 Release	[14]
	Nabbit vs. the Easter Bunny	Nabbit’s ears may remind you of a certain fluffy bunny who hops around giving out eggs. But that’s where the similarity ends! For example, the Easter Bunny has never given anyone trouble in the New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe game. You can read below to make sure you don’t confuse Nabbit with the Easter Bunny this spring!	Nabbit vs. the Easter Bunny	[15]
	Free final update adds new World Maker mode and more!	The free final update in the Super Mario Maker 2 game adds a fun new World Maker mode, plus additional power-ups, course parts, and all seven Koopalings!	Super Mario Maker 2 Free Final Update Details	[16]
	Chilling new additions	What spectral surprises are lurking in the chilling conclusion to the Luigi’s Mansion 3 Multiplayer Pack paid DLC? You can find the details for Part 2 of the paid DLC below!	Luigi's Mansion 3 Multiplayer Pack Paid DLC Details	[17]
	Far away? No problem!	You can team up online with friends—or face off against them—with multiplayer games for Nintendo Switch system. Here’s a round-up of games with online multiplayer options for you to explore!	Online and In Person Multiplayer Games on Nintendo Switch	[18]
	Games with paid DLC	You can expand your game or continue your adventure with paid downloadable content (DLC) for certain games for the Nintendo Switch system. Here’s the lowdown on what’s included with paid DLC for these great games!	Nintendo Switch Games With Paid DLC	[19]
	Welcome, Warp Pipes! February free update details	After downloading the February free update, there will be Super Mario Bros. themed items available for order at Nook Shopping in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game, available exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system.	Super Mario Bros. Themed Update Available in Animal Crossing	[20]
	Nintendo Switch road trip checklist	Everything you need to keep the gameplay going during your travels this summer.	Nintendo Switch road trip checklist	[21]
	Free DLC brings new content to Mario Golf: Super Rush!	FORE! Some fun, free updates have arrived in the Mario Golf: Super Rush game, available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems.	Free DLC brings new content to Mario Golf: Super Rush!	[22]
	Another round of free DLC for Mario Golf: Super Rush!	Another free update* brings additional characters, new courses, and more to the Mario Golf: Super Rush game, available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems.	Free September Update! DLC for Mario Golf: Super Rush	[23]
	New to the Nintendo Switch family of systems?	You can play great games on your Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, or Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system. But did you know you can also earn rewards points, download free demos, and more? You can keep reading to get all the important details!	Nintendo Switch 5 Tips & Tricks	[24]
	Wiggler & Shy Guy join the game!	Newly added characters, new courses, and more are in store! Plus, you can aim for the bullseye in the new Target Golf mode—available for same-system, local wireless, and online play—in the latest free update for the Mario Golf: Super Rush game, available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems.	Free Update for Mario Golf: Super Rush Game	[25]
	Co-op fun for family game night	You and your family can cooperate and compete in these great games for the Nintendo Switch system: Mario Strikers: Battle League, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Just Dance 2022, Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and Nintendo Switch Sports. Here’s a helpful list of how to enjoy multiplayer modes and play together in these games!	Ways to Play Together on the Switch - Family Game Night	[26]
	Daisy & Shy Guy hit the field	New players, a new course, and a new stadium is available now with a free update* for the Mario Strikers: Battle League game, available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems.	Free Update for the Mario Strikers: Battle League Game	[27]
	Wave 2 is here!	You can add 8 courses to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game with the second wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass paid DLC* (downloadable content), available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Some of the newly added courses include N64 Kalimari Desert, DS Waluigi Pinball, Tour Sydney Sprint, and Sky-High Sundae! You can learn more below.	Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Second paid DLC Available Now!	[28]
	Kickin’ it with Pauline and Diddy Kong	You can score as the latest Strikers—Pauline and Diddy Kong—hit the field with a free software update for the Mario Strikers: Battle League game, available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. You can gear up for Striker with the Barrel Gear Set, monkey around on the Planetoid stadium, and check out the newly added Strikers Ranking, also included in the update.	New Playable Characters! Mario Strikers: Battle League game	[29]
	Wave 3 is here!	You can add 8 courses to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game with the third wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass paid DLC* (downloadable content), available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. The newly added courses are Merry Mountain, Wii Maple Treeway, 3DS Rainbow Road, Tour London Loop, DS Peach Garden, Tour Berlin Byways, 3DS Rock Rock Mountain, and GBA Boo Lake! You can learn more below.	Tips & Tricks: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass DLC	[30]
	Wave 4 is here!	You can add 8 courses to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game with the fourth wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass paid DLC* (downloadable content), available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. The newly added Fruit Cup and Boomerang Cup add courses like Yoshi’s Island, Wii DK Summit, and Tour Singapore Speedway to the game. You can learn more below.	Trailer for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC Booster Course Wave 4	[31]
	Mushroom Kingdom friends	You can discover the magical world of the Mushroom Kingdom and its beloved characters Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, Princess Peach, and Bowser! You can join us on a journey to learn about these iconic friends and their unique personalities and abilities. Plus, you can learn about some of the Nintendo Switch games in which they appear.	Have you met our Mushroom Kingdom Friends?	[32]
	Wave 5 is here!	You can race on more courses and choose from more characters with the fifth wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass paid DLC* (downloadable content), available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. The newly added Feather Cup and Cherry Cup bring courses like Tour Athens Dash, GCN Daisy Cruiser, and Wii Koopa Cape to the game. You can learn more below.	Wave 5 is here!	[33]
	Wave 6 is here!	You can race on more courses and choose from more characters with the sixth wave of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass paid DLC* (downloadable content), available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Funky Kong, Diddy Kong, Pauline, and Peachette join the race, plus there are newly added courses! You can learn more below.	Wave 6 is here!	[34]
	Fun facts about Peach!	Princess Peach is the star of the Princess Peach: Showtime! game, available now exclusively on the Nintendo Switch family of systems. You can keep reading to learn more about this popular princess and the Nintendo Switch games in which she appears. After that, you can test your skills with our free online trivia quiz all about Princess Peach!	Fun facts about Peach!	[35]

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	Captain Toad tracks treasure in a series of comic-strip escapades!	The Cap is on the hunt for Power Stars and Super Gems to fill up his teensy-tiny backpack. Visit the official site to learn more about Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker.	Captain Toad tracks treasure in a series of comic-strip escapades!	[36]
	Captain Toad’s comic-strip escapades continue…	What’s in store for the Captain in the second installment of his comic-strip adventure?	Captain Toad’s comic-strip escapades continue…	[37]
	Another exciting Captain Toad comic strip!	Third time’s a charm for Captain Toad in this new comic-strip adventure!	Another exciting Captain Toad comic strip!	[38]
	Take another spin with the Captain	In our fourth installment of Track That Treasure, Captain Toad, our hero's equilibrium takes a turn for the worse. Slow down, Captain!	Take another spin with the Captain	[39]
	Time for the Cap to spread his wings	The weather report in our fifth installment of Track That Treasure, Captain Toad, calls for high winds. Look out!	Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Comic #5	[40]
	Watch out for Toadette in this adventure	Toadette makes a speedy appearance in our sixth installment of Track That Treasure, Captain Toad. Look out!	Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Comic #6	[41]
	Toadette takes aim	Toadette takes her turn to blast turnips at baddies in our seventh installment of Track That Treasure, Captain Toad!	Toadette takes aim	[42]
	Toadette’s Treasured Courses	How does Toadette pick her favorite courses in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker? By cuteness, of course!	Toadette’s Treasured Courses	[43]
	Toadette shares more of her favorite courses	If you thought Toadette picked all of her favorite courses already, you thought wrong! Toadette's here to tell you about even more of her favorite (and cutest!) courses in the Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker game.	Best Levels in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Part 2	[44]
	Camp Miiverse is back	Ready for some summer camp fun, Nintendo-style? Camp Miiverse is back this year and you can pick a team and join in the fun. Visit Miiverse to learn more!	Camp Miiverse 2015 Dates	[45]
	Miiting highlights about Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker	Shinya Hiratake visits Miiverse to answer questions from around the world. We've chosen a few of the most popular to share with you below, but be sure to check out Miiverse for even more (remember to load the oldest comments to see the full interview!). You never know what you may find out–maybe even what it is Captain Toad and Toadette are actually saying in the game!	Miiting highlights about Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Miiverse Interview	[46] [47]
	Celebrate with Nintendo this holiday season	Check out how you can get hands on with some Nintendo's must-have games!	Celebrate with Nintendo this holiday season	[48]
	Captain Toad Reaches the Stars	Celebrities sighted as they try out the newest game starring a classic Nintendo character.	Celebrity Video Gamers	[49]
	Build more, play more	Latest update for the Super Mario Maker game adds never-before-seen items and a bookmark web portal!	December Super Mario Maker Update	[50]
	Get ready for San Diego Comic-Con 2015	You can find the full schedule and list of all the playable games at the event by visiting Nintendo.com.	Get ready for San Diego Comic-Con 2015	[51]
	A super spooky StreetPass Weekend is looming	We've got a a special Halloween treat for you: more StreetPass tags!	Halloween 2015 National StreetPass Weekend	[52]
	Celebrate the season with StreetPass tags	Wishing you a holiday filled with fun and games!	Holiday 2015 National StreetPass Weekend	[53]
	Start your Wish Lists	This year’s Holiday Gift Guide has arrived, and it’s packed with goodies.	Holiday Gifts Wish List	[54]
	How do YOU StreetPass?	Learn how to get the most out of the StreetPass feature on your Nintendo 2DS and Nintendo 3DS systems.	How do YOU StreetPass?	[55]
	Five super shell tips!	Make the most of your shells in the Super Mario Maker game.	How to Use Shells in Super Mario Maker	[56]
	Introducing amiibo!	amiibo are a brand new way to interact with your favorite characters and games. Here are three things you might not know.	Introducing amiibo!	[57]
	Mario Kart 8 DLC 2 now available	The second DLC pack for the Mario Kart 8 game featuring new characters, tracks, and more has been released!	Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 2 Release Date	[58]
	Rev up your virtual engines	The Mario Kart 8 game is coming to Disney XD!	Mario Kart 8 on Disney XD	[59]
	Get the message?	In honor of National Mario Day, we’ve written a super-duper secret message in a Mushroom Kingdom-inspired picture alphabet. Can you decode the message using the key below?	Mario Secret Message Game	[60]
	Miiverse gets a makeover	There's something new coming to Miiverse. Read on to find out some of the cool features you'll see in this free update!	Miiverse Redesign Update	[61]
	It's a Super Mario Bros. celebration	Fans continue to share their amazing videos celebrating the 30th anniversary of Super Mario Bros.!	It's a Super Mario Bros. celebration	[62]
	National StreetPass Weekend: Valentine's Edition	We've got a Valentine's Day gift for you: more StreetPass tags!	National StreetPass Weekend: Valentine's 2015 Edition	[63]
	New amiibo on the way	See which characters are next! Visit the official site for more information about amiibo.	New wave of amiibo figures announced	[64]
	New Mario Kart 8 DLC is racing to your Wii U!	New Yoshi and Shy Guy colors are available immediately when you advance purchase DLC.	New Mario Kart 8 DLC is racing to your Wii U!	[65]
	The New Nintendo 3DS XL system as explained (kinda) by Mario & Luigi	Mario and Luigi know games. Really well. But did you know they can also show you what makes the New Ninendo 3DS XL special? Watch as the famous brothers show you why new is good.	New Nintendo 3DS XL System Comparison	[66]
	It's design time	Builders Week is coming to Nintendo and we want to see your creations!	Nintendo Builders Week 2015 Dates	[67]
	Special Best Buy event coming May 30, 2015	Watch gamers try to take the top score in the Nintendo World Championships qualifying competitions!	Special Best Buy event coming May 30, 2015	[68]
	Grow your StreetPass tags	National StreetPass Weekend: Spring Edition is your chance to gather more StreetPass tags!	Spring 2016 StreetPass Weekend	[69]
	National StreetPass Weekend: Thanksgiving Edition	The perfect complement to turkey: Mii characters!	National StreetPass Weekend: Thanksgiving Edition	[70]
	A super demo for super fans (like you!)	Head to a participating Best Buy location on June 17th and 20th to try the Super Mario Maker game! You can learn more by visiting the official site.	A super demo for super fans (like you!)	[71]
Not archived.	Fans around the world celebrate 30 years of Super Mario	Check out these awesome videos celebrating the 30th anniversary of Super Mario Bros.!	Super Mario 30th Anniversary Videos	[72]
	The celebration continues for Super Mario Bros.	Check out more amazing videos celebrating the 30th anniversary of Super Mario Bros.	The celebration continues for Super Mario fans	[73]
	Free game update brings KEY features	Pack your courses full of even more fun and challenging surprises with this new update for the Super Mario Maker game!	Super Mario Maker Key Update Free DLC	[74]
	Introducing Crash Course featuring Mary O. and Yamamura	Mary O. knows all there is to know about the Super Mario Maker game, but her courses leave something to be desired. Yamamura is a pigeon. He is also a master Super Mario course creator. Mary O. is taking a crash course on Super Mario making and bringing us all along for the ride.	Introducing Crash Course featuring Mary O. and Yamamura	[75]
	Super Mario Maker just got even more super	Just when you thought you couldn’t love the Super Mario Maker game any more, a new software update takes the Wii U game to a whole new level of awesome.	Super Mario Maker just got even more super	[76]
	Super Mario Maker Overview	Check out this preview video and get to know more about the Super Mario Maker game, including new announcements. Let's watch!	Super Mario Maker Overview	[77]
	More Super Smash Bros. DLC is here	An update is available for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. Find out what's new!	More Super Smash Bros. DLC is here - September, 2015 Release	[78]
	New Super Smash Bros. DLC is here	An update is available for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. Find out what's new!	Super Smash Bros. New DLC Release Date	[79]
	Take your Nintendo 3DS trick-or-treating	Get ready! The next National StreetPass Weekend starts on Halloween!	Take your Nintendo 3DS trick-or-treating	[80]
	Welcome far-flung friends…to the World StreetPass Holidays!	Pick up European StreetPass tags at your nearest Nintendo Zone!	Welcome far-flung friends…to the World StreetPass Holidays!	[81]
	Who just joined the battle? Oh, it's YOU!	Your Mii character is a newcomer in Super Smash Bros. Time to show Bowser who's the boss!	Mii Characters join Super Smash Bros.	[82]
	Yoshi's Woolly World Demo Event	Have you been looking for a way to play the upcoming (and adorable) new game featuring Yoshi? Read on to find out how you can get hands on!	Yoshi's Woolly World Demo Event	[83]
	PSST!	We’ve got a secret to share—a secret riddle! Can you decode the message to spell out the answer? If it makes you laugh, you can share it with your friends on the first day of school.	Back to School Secret Riddle	[84]
	Mario Meets Minecraft	Two beloved video game franchises collide in the Super Mario Mash-up pack for Minecraft Wii U Edition!	Minecraft Wii U Super Mario Mash-up Resource Pack	[85]
	Family time is playtime!	You can take family game night to a whole new level with these multiplayer games for the Nintendo Switch system. Here are a few tips and tricks to help get the party started!	Enjoy Family Fun Night with Multiplayer Games on the Switch	[86]
	New games and more!	The Nintendo 3DS family of systems are great ways to jump into the creative and fun world of Nintendo.	Nintendo 3DS Games Fall 2017	[87]
	Our top picks	Looking for adventure? Friendly competition? A chance to build your own world? Here are our top picks for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems that might match your gaming style.	Nintendo 3DS Top Game Picks	[88]
	Taking Nintendo Labo Toy-Con creations to the next level	You can check out the winners in three different categories from the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest.	Nintendo Labo Toy-Con Garage Creations Contest	[89]
	Winning creations for Nintendo Labo Creators Contest No. 2	You can check out the winning creations for Best Toy-Con Musical Instrument and Best Gaming Experience using Toy-Con Garage from the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest No. 2.	Nintendo Labo Toy-Con Garage Creations Contest No. 2	[90]
	Winning creations for Nintendo Labo Creators Contest No. 3	You can check out the winners of the Nintendo Labo Creators Contest No. 3—Best Decorated Toy-Con!	Nintendo Labo Creators Contest 3 Winners	[91]
	Did you know…?	You can have fun wherever, whenever with your Nintendo Switch system. Here are a few features that can help you get the most fun possible out of your system!	Nintendo Switch Features	[92]
	Behind the scenes with Poochy and Yoshi	Have you seen these adorable videos featuring Yoshi and his pals? There are 30 stop-motion animations available to unlock in the Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World game. These animated shorts were created using a special method called stop-motion animation. Let’s take a look behind the scenes to see what exactly goes into the production of these shorts!	Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World Game Behind The Scenes	[93]
	Great games, free demos	There are some amazing free downloadable demos available on Nintendo 3DS family systems. Read on to learn more!	Top Free Nintendo 3DS Downloads & Games	[94]
	A guide to sharing your holiday wishes	Can your family read your mind? Probably not. That’s why we’ve put together some clever ways to share your list of most-wanted gifts – just in time for the holidays!		[95]
	Hitting the track with Toy-Con Motorbike	You can use the Toy-Con Motorbike creation from your Nintendo Labo: Variety Kit to control your in-game vehicle in the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game.		[96]
	Fresh DLC challenges	Ultra-hard challenges plus co-op maps are available as optional DLC (downloadable content) available for purchase for the Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle game for the Nintendo Switch system.		[97]

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