Nintendo

Nvidia played its way to the domination of AI

Games were at the cutting edge of computing long before machine learning

Thu Dec 07 2023 - 05:00

Nineteen great family-friendly video games, from Mario Kart 8 to Untitled Goose Game

Whether you’re in the mood for a quiet puzzle or an evening of multiplayer chaos, these games are suitable for the whole household

Mon Aug 28 2023 - 05:15

Give Me a Crash Course in ... The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

Sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has even more compelling gameplay

Sat May 20 2023 - 05:00

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Fun, beautiful and addictively immersive

While the emphasis on tinkering and problem-solving initially takes getting used to, it soon becomes hugely satisfying

Mon May 15 2023 - 14:02

The Super Mario Bros Movie: Fun for kids, very okay for adults

One this misstep aside, the film belts along with an assault of candy colours and a commendable command of canonical detail

Wed Apr 05 2023 - 14:24

UK regulator deals blow to Microsoft’s €70bn Activision deal

Competition and Markets Authority proposes sell-off of blockbuster Call of Duty franchise as price for green-lighting record acquisition

Wed Feb 08 2023 - 15:53

Nintendo expects to sell 21m Switch consoles this year

Figure is 9% down on 2021 figures as upgraded device remains in short supply

Tue May 10 2022 - 08:37

Taking a strategic approach to achieve more with less

The imprecise art of innovation and how to maximise your chances of business success

Thu Mar 31 2022 - 00:00

Usain Bolt takes stake in Irish esports group Wylde

Investment by world’s fastest man takes company to ‘next level’, says co-founder

Wed Mar 30 2022 - 10:20

Sales of Nintendo Switch top 100m, surpassing Wii’s lifetime figure

Demand for device continues as games maker grapples with chip shortage

Thu Feb 03 2022 - 07:31

European equities edge higher amid optimism on Omicron impact

Wall St futures are in the red, Ftse 100 falls

Wed Dec 22 2021 - 10:58

Keywords Studios acquires Waste Creative, Wicked Witch Software

Video game services company continues on acquisition trail as it chases expansion

Tue Dec 21 2021 - 11:48

Irish patent firm files infringement lawsuit against Nintendo

Solas OLED won an $80m intellectual property battle with Samsung earlier this year

Thu Dec 09 2021 - 09:14

Nothing says festive warmth like The Muppets, Home Alone and some psychological horror

Emer McLysaght: Netflix knows all too well that I am a divil for a Christmas comfort film

Sat Dec 04 2021 - 06:00

Christmas 2021: Gadgets to give a technology lover

Cutting-edge Christmas gift ideas from fitness tracking to latest electric conveyance

Tue Nov 30 2021 - 06:00

Mario-themed stackable light blocks

Tech Tools: Let Nintendo characters and items from Mario universe illuminate your life

Thu Nov 11 2021 - 01:00

How do I know if my child has a video game addiction?

Issues can arise when behaviour changes, but there are benefits to gaming

Tue Oct 26 2021 - 06:00

Ireland presses start button on video games tax credit

Underdog no more: companies already keen to hire in response to budget move

Mon Oct 18 2021 - 14:29

Nintendo sees Switch sales fall in first quarter

Demand for hit console may be fading in its fifth year on the market

Thu Aug 05 2021 - 08:25

Why your business should be led by the CMO

Marketers are motivated by the idea of growth and achievement, and given the authority, can transform a business’s fortunes

Fri Jul 30 2021 - 00:00

Nintendo Switch OLED: bigger, more vibrant screen

New Switch model has more storage and improved audio

Thu Jul 15 2021 - 05:46

Mint condition Super Mario 64 game sells for record $1.5m

Sealed cartridge dating from 1996 is one of fewer than five copies in such condition

Mon Jul 12 2021 - 23:33

Popular video game Among US gets Irish-language version

Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda – Perfect homage to 35 years of history

Tech Tools: Three classic games in a retro package with a few extras thrown in

Tue Jun 29 2021 - 10:28

Nintendo sees Switch sales peaking as it reaches fifth year

Console has been major beneficiary of Covid pandemic

Thu May 06 2021 - 08:42

Stripe, Flutter Entertainment among Time100 most influential companies

Both companies were recognised for growth trajectory

Tue Apr 27 2021 - 16:38

Pandemic turns Irish customers’ attention from fitness to coffee, data shows

Globally, Google searches for cookware rose 53 per cent between 2019 and 2020

Tue Mar 09 2021 - 18:03

Universal Studios Japan postpones opening of Super Nintendo World

Amusement park was due to open on February 4th but Covid-19 spread has halted plans

Thu Jan 14 2021 - 08:48

Covid cakes, the great cassette ‘revival’ and historical business pivots

Planet Business: Starting the year as we mean to go on

Sat Jan 09 2021 - 06:52

Sony’s PlayStation 5 success marred by scalpers

Covid pushes sales online, making it easier for bots to buy up supplies

Thu Dec 17 2020 - 09:40

Eksa E900: Comfortable listening for serious gamers

Memory foam ear cups and high quality microphone make it ideal for gaming

Thu Dec 10 2020 - 12:47

Nikkei closes at near three-decade high as Biden edges closer to win

Investors hope a gridlock in US congress would be able to stall major policy changes

Fri Nov 06 2020 - 08:11

How to avoid having a nightmare before Christmas

Pricewatch: It’s not Halloween yet, but to prevent a festive fright, best be prepared

Mon Oct 12 2020 - 00:00

Fortnite owner signs multimillion deal to buy Irish ‘kidtech’ firm

Dylan Collins’s SuperAwesome acquired by Epic, games maker best known for Fortnite

Fri Sept 25 2020 - 13:54