Video games developed in Japan

Nintendo Continues Its Countdown to E3 2019 with More Details on What Fans Can Expect

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

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    The 2019 lineup for Nintendo Switch aims to deliver smiles with many different unique games and experiences, said Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser.
  • Next up, fans can enjoy the action of the Splatoon 2 World Championship 2019 and the Super Smash Bros.
  • Nintendo Treehouse: Live: Nintendo of Americas Treehouse staff hosts a livestream from Nintendos booth at E3 that offers viewers live gameplay and commentary.
  • Nintendo eShop Sale: To celebrate E3 2019, Nintendo is offering discounts on select digital Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS games in Nintendo eShop and on Nintendo.com.

Nintendo Switch Heads Across the U.S. for an Interactive Road Trip for Kids and Families

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Thursday, May 30, 2019

The Nintendo Switch Road Trip tour runs June 26 through October and offers visitors a colorful and highly interactive space featuring playable demos of some of the hottest Nintendo Switch games of the summer like Super Mario Maker 2 and Super Smash Bros.

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  • The Nintendo Switch Road Trip tour runs June 26 through October and offers visitors a colorful and highly interactive space featuring playable demos of some of the hottest Nintendo Switch games of the summer like Super Mario Maker 2 and Super Smash Bros.
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    The Nintendo Switch Road Trip highlights the portability of Nintendo Switch as we travel the country to bring our games directly to fans, said Nick Chavez, Nintendo of Americas Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
  • The Nintendo Switch Road Trip is a great place to get hands-on time with the system and some of its games.
  • The Nintendo Switch Road Trip is scheduled to make the following stops:

Virtua Partners Adds Chief Development Officer to Oversee the Firm's Extensive Opportunity Zone, Real Estate Project Pipelines

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Virtua Partners (Virtua), a global private equity firm, today announced that Jeremy Hall has been hired as Chief Development Officer.

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  • Virtua Partners (Virtua), a global private equity firm, today announced that Jeremy Hall has been hired as Chief Development Officer.
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    Jeremy Hall, Chief Development Officer at Virtua Partners (Photo: Business Wire)
    Halls real estate development experience spans commercial and residential, including hospitality, entertainment, high-rise residential and planned-community properties.
  • Jeremy comes with a unique perspective on the real estate development landscape, says Quinn Palomino, CEO of Virtua Partners.
  • His expertise complements everything Virtua Partners is doing on the real estate development front.

Glu and WWE® Launch WWE Universe

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: GLUU), a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced the availability of WWE Universe on the App Store and Google Play.

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  • Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ: GLUU), a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, today announced the availability of WWE Universe on the App Store and Google Play.
  • As part of a multi-year agreement with WWE (NYSE: WWE), and developed by the same studio as Glus largest sports franchise, Tap Sports Baseball, WWE Universe offers the most authentic WWE experience on mobile to date, allowing players to build and train dream rosters before challenging others.
  • WWE Universe is the culmination of Glu and WWEs shared goal of delivering best-in-class mobile entertainment for players around the world, said Nick Earl, Glus President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Cooking DASH, Covet Fashion, Deer Hunter, Design Home, Tap Sports, Glu and Glu Mobile are trademarks of Glu Mobile Inc.
    WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment.

Nintendo News: DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 Digital Pre-Purchase Starts Today; DLC Coming Soon

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019

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    One free DLC pack and three packs of paid DLC will be available for DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 starting on July 26.
  • DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 is the sequel to the acclaimed DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS game, combining both RPG and crafting gameplay.
  • Those who have saved data from the original DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS game on the Nintendo Switch system can craft the Legendary Builders outfit and the Dragonlords Throne.
  • DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2 is one of several games that can be obtained using the newly announced Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers.

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and ISKN Announce Partnership

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Monday, May 20, 2019

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and France-based tech firm ISKN today announced a partnership which will bring together the entertainment publishing powerhouse and the innovative tech firm to create a creative entertainment platform for the whole family.

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  • BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and France-based tech firm ISKN today announced a partnership which will bring together the entertainment publishing powerhouse and the innovative tech firm to create a creative entertainment platform for the whole family.
  • Led by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe (BNEE), the partnership seeks to leverage the core strengths of each respective company to develop and bring-to-market a ground-breaking entertainment ecosystem which will be available in 2019.
  • BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment is always on the lookout for exciting partnerships to bring more fun for everyone, commented Herve Hoerdt, SVP of Publishing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe.
  • About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.
    BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., part of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for all major video game consoles, iOS, Android, and online platforms.The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industrys top video game franchises including PAC-MAN, GALAGA, TEKKEN, SOULCALIBUR, and ACE COMBAT.

New Super Mario Maker 2 Details Revealed in Latest Nintendo Direct Presentation

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019

During the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct video presentation, Nintendo shared new details about the Super Mario Maker 2 game, launching exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system on June 28.

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  • During the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct video presentation, Nintendo shared new details about the Super Mario Maker 2 game, launching exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system on June 28.
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    During the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct video presentation, Nintendo shared new details about the Super Mario Maker 2 game, launching exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system on June 28.
  • Some items might even transform in the nighttime
    Super Mario 3D World: Players can choose to create their courses in the style of Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, New Super Mario Bros. U games and a new one based on Super Mario 3D World.
  • Super Mario Maker 2 Invitational 2019 On June 8, four members of the Super Mario Maker community will compete in a variety of wild and unpredictable Super Mario Maker 2 courses designed by Nintendos Treehouse team.

TAITO Corporation Announces SPACE INVADERS - THE BOARD GAME

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Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Robert Colman, President of 612 Entertainment, LLC , said, Video game brands like SPACE INVADERS have become part of our cultural heritage.

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  • Robert Colman, President of 612 Entertainment, LLC , said, Video game brands like SPACE INVADERS have become part of our cultural heritage.
  • We are excited and grateful that TAITO partnered with us to bring one of the worlds most recognizable video game brands, SPACE INVADERS , to the flourishing board gaming market.
  • TAITO Corporation (TAITO) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. With headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, TAITO operates core businesses such as game arcade operations, coin-operated game machines, and mobile phone content services.
  • Planned, developed, and released by TAITO Corporation (TAITO), the 1978 arcade game SPACE INVADERS became an instant global phenomenon.