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But its tussle with the $620 million Toyo, Japan's third-largest marine construction firm in which it holds 27%, has been anything but whimsical. When asked for comment, Toyo Construction said it intended to set up a committee to consider the takeover proposal. It said it repeatedly requested more information to help it evaluate the offer but the Yamauchi office had not responded. The Yamauchi family office announced its all-cash offer to take Toyo private in May last year, a 30% premium to an earlier bid by Toyo's then largest shareholder. The board supported the lower offer, which later lapsed and the Yamauchi family office says it spent many months trying to engage with the board.

Microsoft logo is seen on a smartphone placed on displayed Activision Blizzard logo in this illustration taken January 18, 2022. BRUSSELS — Microsoft said Tuesday it will bring its Xbox PC games to Nvidia's cloud gaming service. Microsoft President Brad Smith said at a press conference that, effective immediately, its Xbox games will be available on Nvidia's GeForce Now cloud games service. Smith said if the Activision deal closes, it will bring all Activision Blizzard titles to GeForce Now. The commission is also concerned that it could give Microsoft an unfair edge in the nascent area of cloud gaming.

☆ Annual sales of Nintendo hardware will continue to decline, says Jefferies
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-08 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

In this videoShare Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailAnnual sales of Nintendo hardware will continue to decline, says JefferiesAtul Goyal of Jefferies Asia says it's expects the same for Nintendo's software sales.

☆ Morningstar explains why it's maintaining its 'buy' rating on Nintendo
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-08 | by ( ) www.cnbc.com time to read: 1 min

Share Share Article via Facebook Share Article via Twitter Share Article via LinkedIn Share Article via EmailMorningstar explains why it's maintaining its 'buy' rating on NintendoKazunori Ito of the financial services firm discusses Nintendo's earnings, and says although its console shipments are declining, the Switch still has a solid user base, with the Pokémon software making record sales.

☆ Nintendo cuts sales forecast for its ageing Switch console after disappointing holiday season
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-07 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Nintendo said its Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games for the Nintendo Switch hit an all-times sales record for the company. Nintendo on Tuesday cut the outlook for its Nintendo Switch console and games sales and slashed its profit outlook for its current fiscal year. The Japanese gaming giant said it now expects to sell 18 million Switch units for the fiscal year ending March 2023, down from a previous forecast of 19 million. Nintendo said it now also expects sales of 205 million software units, down from a previous projection of 210 million units. Nintendo sold around 8.23 million Switch consoles in the December holiday quarter, down around 22% year-on-year.

☆ The Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday bundle sale includes a free game plus 3 months of online multiplayer for only $300
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-28 | by ( William Antonelli | Tech Reporter For Insider Reviews | Read More | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Right now, you can pick up a Nintendo Switch, a digital copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online for only $300. This package would normally cost $368 — that's $300 for the Switch, $60 for the game, and $8 for three months of Nintendo Switch Online. This bundle includes the standard Nintendo Switch, not the newer Switch OLED or budget Switch Lite. Also note that once your three months of free Nintendo Switch Online access end, your membership will automatically renew for $4 a month. Check out our guide to Nintendo Switch Online for a full rundown on all the features, perks, and pricing options.

The best Cyber Monday game console dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Great Price Xbox Series S During the holidays, Microsoft is offering their budget console, the Xbox Series S, for $60 off. The best Cyber Monday game dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. $39.99 from Best Buy Originally $59.99 Save 33%The best Cyber Monday gaming accessory dealsDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deals on essential subscriptions like Xbox Game Pass and Nintendo Switch Online are also available during Cyber Monday, too.

☆ Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals: The best discounts available on consoles, games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and more
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-25 | by ( William Antonelli | Tech Reporter For Insider Reviews | Read More | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +10 min

But among the deals available this Black Friday, we're seeing some great discounts on both the Nintendo Switch console and its games, as well as accessories. Best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals on consolesNintendo Switch with Neon Joy-Con and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe System Bundle This bundle includes Nintendo's portable console with a digital copy of the most popular Switch game, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online. Best Nintendo Switch Black Friday deals on gamesDeal icon An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Deal Eovola Nintendo Switch Accessories Kit This Nintendo Switch Accessories Kit from Eovola is a treasure trove of gear with steering wheel grips, Joy-Con grips, screen protectors, a Joy-Con charging base, and more. Great Price SanDisk microSDXC for Nintendo Switch (128GB) This SD card for the Nintendo Switch has Mario-inspired art, but any MicroSDXC under 2TB will work.

☆ Nintendo sets sales record with new Pokémon games on the Switch console
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-24 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

Nintendo said its Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games for the Nintendo Switch hit an all-times sales record for the company. Pokémon is one of Nintendo's longest-running and most popular franchises. Nintendo on Thursday said it latest Pokémon games have set a sales record at the Japanese gaming giant as it continues to pump out blockbusters ahead of the crucial holiday season. The Kyoto, Japan-headquartered company said sales of the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games for the Nintendo Switch surpassed 10 million units in the first three days since their global launch on Nov. 18. Nintendo breathed new life into the series by releasing Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield three years ago and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl last year.

Among the gaming deals available this Black Friday, Nintendo is offering a special deal on their wildly popular Nintendo Switch console. Nintendo Switch with Neon Joy-Con and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe System Bundle This bundle includes Nintendo's portable console with a digital copy of the most popular Switch game, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month membership to Nintendo Switch Online. You can buy the Nintendo Switch bundle from Nintendo's official website, as well as a variety of third-party retailers like Best Buy and GameStop. This bundle includes the standard Nintendo Switch, not the newer Switch OLED or budget Switch Lite. Check out our guide to Nintendo Switch Online for a full rundown on all the features, perks, and pricing options.

☆ I got to play an exclusive demo of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Here's everything I learned about the newest games in the series.
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-21 | by ( William Antonelli | Tech Reporter For Insider Reviews | Read More | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +14 min

Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the newest entries in Nintendo's long-running RPG series, are set to release on November 18. And Nintendo is kicking off Pokémon's ninth generation with Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, both releasing on November 18, 2022. Here's a rundown of everything that I learned from that session, along with my first impressions of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: GameplayLet's start with the most important topic: What are Scarlet and Violet like to play? The games struggle to run smoothlyMy Pokémon Scarlet demo didn't play well.

☆ Nintendo carries out 10-for-1 stock split to lure new investors to the Japanese gaming giant
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-29 | by ( Arjun Kharpal | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Nintendo carried out its previously announced 10-for-1 stock split on Thursday aimed at reducing the price of one individual share to attract new investors to the more than century old Japanese gaming giant. Prices for Nintendo's stock reflected the split on the Japanese Stock Exchange website. Nintendo shares closed at 6,043 Japanese yen ($41.76) on Thursday, after closing at 59,700 on Wednesday. Each share of common Nintendo stock has been be split into 10 shares, hence the reduction in price per share. At Nintendo's old share price, that would cost a minimum of 5.97 million Japanese yen, or just over $41,200.

The next Nintendo Direct will be livestreamed at 10 a.m. Check out the Nintendo Direct livestream on September 13What games will be featured in the September Nintendo Direct? However, there's still a chance that the Nintendo Direct could contain new information on the titles or announce new games altogether. Nintendo could also make new announcements associated with the Nintendo Switch Online service which regularly adds retro games for users to play via emulation. Downloadable content for Nintendo exclusives like Animal Crossing and Mario Kart 8 could also be added to the $50 Nintendo Switch Online expansion pack.

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