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2020
Nintendo announces Sephiroth as a new Super Smash Bros. Ultimate fighter
Nintendo announced that Sephiroth would join the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster this month; the article says a specific release date had not yet been revealed.
2020
Nintendo launches Cyber Deals sale
Nintendo's Cyber Deals sale went live ahead of Black Friday, offering discounts of up to 50 percent on popular Nintendo Switch titles, with some exceptions receiving larger discounts.
2020
Nintendo sues Amazon seller over Switch hack reseller
Nintendo of America filed a lawsuit against an Amazon seller, alleging that the seller circumvented Nintendo’s copyright measures by selling an RCM Loader used to jailbreak the Nintendo Switch. Nintendo asked the court to stop the seller and award damages.
2020
Nintendo publishes a Game & Watch history video
Nintendo updated the website for the Super Mario Bros.-themed Game & Watch and published a WebCM reviewing the history of Game & Watch.
2020
Nintendo sues influencer over Pokémon branding and merchandise
IGN reported that Nintendo sued a TikTok influencer and OnlyFans creator over Pokémon branding and merchandise.
2020
BlackMilk and Nintendo announce fashion collections
BlackMilk Clothing and Nintendo announced a partnership to create Super Mario and Animal Crossing: New Horizons apparel collections.
2020
Square Enix eShop sale discounts games
Square Enix is offering discounts on games in the U.S. Nintendo eShop, including multiple Final Fantasy titles. The sale runs until September 30, 2020.
2020
UFC-Que Choisir files complaint against Nintendo over Joy-Con drift
French consumer organization UFC-Que Choisir said it was suing Nintendo in France, alleging planned obsolescence and anti-consumer practices related to Joy-Con drift. The source says the organization filed a complaint with the Public Prosecutor of Nanterre.
2020
Nintendo discontinues the 3DS handheld console line
Nintendo's website indicated that production of the 3DS handheld console line, including 3DS and 2DS models, had been discontinued. The report says Nintendo had not made an official statement about the change.
2020
Nintendo announces Fortnite-themed limited-edition Switch
Nintendo announced a Fortnite-themed limited-edition Switch console, planned for release in Europe on October 30 and in New Zealand and Australia on November 6. The announced bundle includes a themed console and dock, differently colored Joy-Con controllers, and Fortnite pre-installed.
2020
Nintendo announces Fortnite limited-edition Switch console
Nintendo announced a Fortnite limited-edition Switch console for Europe, with the release planned for October 30; the article also says it is scheduled to reach New Zealand and Australia on November 6.
2020
Nintendo announces Game & Watch: Super Mario Bros. handheld
Nintendo announced a new Game & Watch: Super Mario Bros. handheld, with release planned for November 13 at a suggested retail price of $49.99. The announcement described the device as including classic games and clock features.
2020
Nintendo announces Super Mario 3D All-Stars for Switch
Nintendo announced that Super Mario 3D All-Stars, a package of optimized versions of Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario Galaxy, would launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch on September 18.
2020
Nintendo and Lunchables announce a giveaway partnership
Nintendo announced that it had partnered again with Lunchables for a Nintendo Switch giveaway in the U.S. Select Lunchables packages were set to feature Nintendo characters and codes for a chance to win one of 750 Nintendo Switch prize packages or receive My Nintendo Platinum points.
2020
Nintendo announces plan for an upgraded 4K-capable Switch
Nintendo was reported to plan to release an upgraded Switch with stronger computing power and 4K resolution the following year, along with a series of new games; the specifications had not been finalized.
2020
Nintendo launches Share the Fun digital game sale
Nintendo launched the Share the Fun sale on select Nintendo Switch digital multiplayer games, offering discounts of up to 50% through August 30.
2020
Nintendo announces Switch entry into Brazil
Nintendo of America announced that the Nintendo Switch would be coming to Brazil. The article describes the release as forthcoming, so this records the announcement rather than a completed launch.
2020
LEGO and Nintendo announce LEGO Nintendo Entertainment System set
LEGO and Nintendo announced a new LEGO Nintendo Entertainment System set, with a planned official release on August 1 at the LEGO Authorized Store in Far Eastern SOGO Xinyi A13.
2020
Nintendo Korea reports annual sales of 230.5 billion won
Nintendo's Korean subsidiary released its FY2019–20 financial results, reporting sales revenue of 230.5 billion won, its first time exceeding 200 billion won in nine years.
2020
Nintendo apologizes over Joy-Con drift
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa apologized for the inconvenience caused by Joy-Con drift. He said he could not comment further because of an ongoing lawsuit.