Nintendo – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Fri, 12 Sep 2025 22:41:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Nintendo – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 Eden becomes the first Nintendo Switch emulator on the Google Play Store https://earlybirdsinvest.com/eden-becomes-the-first-nintendo-switch-emulator-on-the-google-play-store/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/eden-becomes-the-first-nintendo-switch-emulator-on-the-google-play-store/#respond Fri, 12 Sep 2025 22:41:35 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/eden-becomes-the-first-nintendo-switch-emulator-on-the-google-play-store/
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TL;DR

  • The first Nintendo Switch emulator is up on the Google Play Store.
  • Eden Emulator is a fork of one of the most successful and infamous Switch emulators.
  • Your phone will need to be running on Android 11 or later.

At the end of last week, Nintendo Switch emulator Eden received a major update that saw the official stable release of version 0.0.3. This update fixed a number of bugs, provided some performance boosts, integrated EmuReady, and brought support for the recently released Hollow Knight: Silksong. While this update was big news, the team behind Eden has been teasing an even bigger surprise. That surprise has now been revealed.

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If you head over to the Google Play Store, you’ll now find a listing for the Eden Emulator, complete with screenshots, details about the software, data safety information, and everything else you’d find in a normal app listing. That’s right, it appears Eden is now available on the Play Store for devices running on Android 11 or later. This is a significant turn of events as it marks the first time ever that a Switch emulator has been on the marketplace.

For those unfamiliar with Eden, it is a fork of Yuzu, one of the most successful and infamous Switch emulators ever. It allows users to play Nintendo Switch games on other operating systems by emulating the system. After Nintendo took Yuzu down, its code remained available due to it being open-source. Eden was created after a number of developers who were working on a different fork, Citron, left the project and formed their own group.

Although Eden is still in its early days, it’s considered one of the most exciting Switch emulation projects for Android. And this news only serves to stoke that excitement, as having a listing on the Play Store will greatly boost its visibility. However, this is also a bit of a double-edged sword since more visibility means there’s higher risk that it’ll catch Nintendo’s ever-watchful eye.

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Charging Dock for Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con Controllers https://earlybirdsinvest.com/charging-dock-for-nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/charging-dock-for-nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers/#respond Fri, 27 Jun 2025 03:29:20 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/charging-dock-for-nintendo-switch-2-joy-con-controllers/

TL;DR: Keep all your Joy-Con controllers fully charged thanks to this 4-in-1 Charging Dock for the Nintendo Switch 2, now only $18.99 (reg. $29.99) with free shipping.

When new consoles drop, that means it’s time for a little shopping spree. You need new games, new controllers, and a beverage or two, so you can fully lock in. To game for hours on end with no interruptions, consider adding this charging dock to your shopping cart. This 4-in-1 Charging Dock is designed to power up to four Switch 2 controllers simultaneously, and it’s on sale for $18.99 (reg. $29.99) with free shipping!

There’s nothing worse than a controller dying mid-battle, and with every unblocked hit, you see negative hits to your character’s XP. Instead of scrambling for a charging cable, or worse, one of those cables that’s too short to reach your couch, what if you could trade one dead controller for a fully charged one? 

Slip the Joy-Con into the charging dock where its magnetic alignment system locks onto the control quickly and precisely. With no wrong way to plug in, this dock makes charging so easy, you can do it with your eyes closed.

You don’t have to worry about overcharging or overheating, either. Built with smart chip protection, the device will automatically shut off when the controller is fully charged, ensuring your investment can last for years to come—or at least until the Switch 3 drops.

Elevate the vibe with 9 RGB lighting effects 

When you purchase this Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Dock, you’re not only paying for something practical, but something that adds to the vibes. The dock has not one, not two, but nine different RGB lighting modes to curate a moody vibe to your gaming space.

It’s also equipped with indicator lights. When it’s orange, the controllers are still charging, whereas blue means they’re fully charged and ready for action! 

Now, the question is: are you ready for action? It’s time to save while you can. This Nintendo Switch 2 Charging Dock is on sale for $18.99 (reg. $29.99) with free shipping. No coupon required!

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Nintendo finally sets Switch 2 pre-orders for April 24, but sales restrictions might be over the top https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nintendo-finally-sets-switch-2-pre-orders-for-april-24-but-sales-restrictions-might-be-over-the-top/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nintendo-finally-sets-switch-2-pre-orders-for-april-24-but-sales-restrictions-might-be-over-the-top/#respond Sat, 19 Apr 2025 12:08:21 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/nintendo-finally-sets-switch-2-pre-orders-for-april-24-but-sales-restrictions-might-be-over-the-top/

In context: Nintendo has set a new date for Switch 2 pre-orders: April 24. The company initially promised pre-orders would begin on April 9 but backtracked just days before, citing ongoing tariff uncertainty as the reason for the delay. With those trade concerns seemingly resolved or at least accounted for, Nintendo is giving it another shot.

The Switch 2 will still launch on June 5, featuring upgraded internals, improved Joy-Con controllers with magnetic snap-on rails, and backward compatibility for most digital Switch games. Nintendo has been relatively open about the hardware. However, its wishy-washy approach to pre-orders has caused confusion and speculation, particularly regarding its price.

When the company postponed the April 9 date, it issued a brief statement that blamed “evolving global trade conditions” and promised updates soon. That led to conjecture that Nintendo might be waiting for clarity on U.S. import tariffs – especially since the new console, like its predecessor, is manufactured in China, which faces the stiffest tariffs. A few analysts predicted Nintendo would delay the pre-order window by weeks or even months. So, the company’s new April 24 timeline is more optimistic than many expected.

Pre-orders will be available from Nintendo directly and through Amazon, Walmart, GameStop, Best Buy, and Target. Nintendo will offer two SKUs: a $450 standalone Switch 2 and a $500 bundle that includes Mario Kart World. That hasn’t changed. What has changed are the prices of some first-party accessories, including the Pro Controller, Joy-Con sets, and the charging dock, which now cost slightly more than their original announcement. A complete breakdown of products and pricing is available on Nintendo’s website.

With just six weeks left before launch, the new pre-order window gives buyers less time to secure a console – but it could also help Nintendo limit scalping. Scalping has been a hot-button issue for all major consoles. The original Switch was unavailable for over a year because of it. This time, Nintendo has heavily restricted pre-orders through its storefront.

Customers who want to buy directly from Nintendo must be at least 18, sign in with a Nintendo account, and register their interest before pre-orders open on April 24 – a queue for the queue, so to speak. While Nintendo says it will prioritize orders on a first-come, first-served basis, additional eligibility rules apply.

“Registrants who have purchased a Nintendo Switch Online membership with a minimum of 12 months of paid membership and a minimum of 50 total gameplay hours, as of April 2, 2025,” will receive the highest priority, the company says.

Qualifying customers will get email invitations valid for just 72 hours. In effect, Nintendo is offering first dibs to its most dedicated fans, but has put it behind a Switch Online subscription paywall. Casual buyers may have better luck with other retailers.

Since scalpers can and do still list guaranteed pre-order slots on eBay for double or more retail prices, brushing up on strategies to beat them might be wise. Check out how I landed a PlayStation 5 during peak demand – because these pre-orders will go fast.

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