Fresh Leak Drops Major Hint on Nintendo Keeping Top Games Away From Fans’ Eager Eyes

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Atharv Phadke

Apr 21, 2022 | 7:32 AM EDT

Fresh Leak Drops Major Hint on Nintendo Keeping Top Games Away From Fans’ Eager Eyes

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Atharv Phadke

Apr 21, 2022 | 7:32 AM EDT

Summer just got better for all fellow twitch fans as companies are looking to launch new titles soon. After the official announcement from Sega regarding the Sonic Origins release date, fans had mixed feelings about the same.

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Some are excited about the 4- pack bundle, while others have moved on as the game features and graphics got distributed unevenly. They made the bundle to allow fans to play all the games on a single platform but ruined it with this news.

Nostalgia kicked in as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge had an update. Fans can now get their hopes up as the company just showcased some of the gameplay on IGN. The gameplay looks pretty amazing and is expected to release before October. It includes the original voiceovers from the cartoon that aired in the 1980s.

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Fans eagerly wait for Nintendo’s next announcements

Nintendo always messes with the release dates of their games to keep their fans hooked to the franchise. The company loves to hold back the titles and then let out unexpected announcements, leaving their fans shocked. With the release date of the Sonic Origins and Switch Sports launching this week, the Japanese giant shifted the release date for Xenoblade Chronicles 3 from September to July. Smart move, right?

So Nintendo's official Game Boy Advance emulator for the Nintendo Switch just leaked. Now it's just a matter of waiting for NSO to add GBA. pic.twitter.com/mEJcKrRtzL
— Trash_Bandatcoot (@trashbandatcoot) April 18, 2022

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A recent leak claimed we might officially see a GameBoy Advance emulator for the Nintendo Switch. Fans can call their GBA emulator ‘Sloop’ whereas the classic will go with ‘Hiyoko.’ Steadily, the franchise will add all the classics from consoles to Nintendo’s paid online service. Standard users will be able to enjoy a minimum of 100 games a year, while the Expansion Pack released last year will allow users to try their hand at Sega Genesis and Nintendo 64. The expansion pack will come at an additional cost of $30. The leak also suggested that Nintendo might add GBA games to their online service in the future.

A handful of Nintendo's upcoming Nintendo Switch Online emulators and plans have leaked. Let's take a look at them. ⚽️
— Kaitlyn Molinas (@orcastraw) April 18, 2022

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Does this mean that we can confirm the release GBA games? In a recent tweet, Twitter user Trash_Bandatcoot showcased a few screenshots that went on 4chan. To this, a fellow user replied, showing fans a picture that included a bunch of new stuff coming out later. It included games such as Tetris, Castlevania, Galaga, and Mega Man.

What game are you excited about? Let us know in the comments section.

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Atharv Phadke is a Senior Olympics Journalist and Content Head for the division at EssentiallySports, known for his in-depth interviews and sweeping features that capture the soul of sport. A former international swimmer boasting over 300 medals, Atharv draws on his competitive roots to fuse journalistic precision with an athlete’s empathy and insight. With a master’s degree in journalism and over five years of on-ground experience, he leads the ES Olympics division with a balance of Newsroom vision and competitive drive. He was at the helm of EssentiallySports’ dynamic Paris 2024 Olympics coverage, curating stories in collaboration with the on-ground team. His research helped in capturing both the thrill of victory and the humanity at the heart of competition. Throughout his career, Atharv has engaged in exclusive conversations with sporting icons such as Anita Alvarez, Joe Choong, Griffin Colapinto, Ezra Frech, Jim “The Shark” Dreyer, and Amouranth, providing audiences with rare, intimate glimpses into their worlds. His standout coverage includes a deeply personal conversation with Noah Lyles, where the world champion opened up about his bond with his mother and the emotions behind his journey. Atharv also led EssentiallySports' Paralympics coverage, and has been at the helm of Essentially Athletics, our dedicated track and field newsletter with a mission to change traditional storytelling and celebrate the sport.

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