As promised, no word about a Nintendo NX release date was uttered in the recent E3 event. In fact, not even a tiny Nintendo NX specs leak was revealed. But it is to be expected because Nintendo did promise not to showcase the upcoming console in the E3.
However, just because Nintendo remained tight-lipped as usual does not mean people have no speculations surrounding the console, such as a possible Nintendo NX release date, specs and features. It must be noted though that while these are labeled as Nintendo NX rumors for now, some actually come from reliable sources.
Nintendo NX To Support Physical Media
This particular Nintendo NX rumor comes from a very reliable source. According to GameStop, the upcoming Nintendo NX console will definitely support a physical media and not just a streaming-only console.
The confirmation that the Nintendo NX supports a physical media actually came from Paul Raines, CEO of GameStop, reports IGN. GameStop is a highly credible source because it is the largest gaming distributor. Because of its business, the company needs to have prior knowledge on the products will be selling in the future so it is not unusual for the company to be well-informed.
Now that it has been established that the upcoming Nintendo NX has a physical component, the next question is what type of physical media it will support. Last month, there were rumors that the Nintendo NX would ditch discs in favor of cartridges.
At the moment, GameStop is hesitant to comment what type of physical media will be supported by Nintendo NXt. However, the company did mention that it would be easier for them in terms of repackaging if the new console supports cartridges instead of discs.
Is that an admission for a cartridge-based Nintendo NX? Not necessarily. With no word coming from its manufacturer, it seems gamers will only find out by the time Nintendo NX release date comes.
Nintendo NX Specs Rumors
Another interesting Nintendo NX rumor concerns about its specs. According to the latest rounds, the NX console will have specs comparable to the likewise unreleased PlayStaton 4 Neo, reports Tech Times. But since Sony is yet to reveal the PS4 Neo this coming September, comparing the Nintendo NX specs to a still unreleased console is not very helpful at this time.
Nintendo NX Games
This particular Nintendo NX rumor is very encouraging for gamers. Some games are said to be remastered for a Nintendo NX release such as Skyward Sword, Mario Kart and Smash Bros. In addition, there are rumored third party games from Square Enix and Capcom as well.
When is the Nintendo NX Release Date?
While no definite date has been announced yet, it has been confirmed that a Nintendo NX release date would be sometime in March 2017.