Earlier, we reported that Borderlands 3 is making its way over on Nintendo Switch, which will launch on October 6. Many fans were waiting for this game to be launched on Nintendo Switch; however, that’s not all. According to a recent post on X (formally Twitter), Nintendo Switch has recently announced its Mario Red Edition OLED model available for pre-purchase.

Nintendo Switch- OLED model- Mario Red Edition

The Nintendo Switch Mario Red Edition is inspired by one of the most popular video games, Mario. Based on the Mario theme, the console, Joy-Con controllers, and dock will arrive in red. This OLED model is designed to fit in your life by having three modes in one console:

1. TV mode will allow users to connect the system to the TV using the included dock and have a casual gaming experience.
2. If you wish to play without a TV, you can use the wide, adjustable stand to position the screen and detach the included Joy-Con controllers.
3. You can play the games on the 7-inch OLED screen in a more traditional way of Nintendo Switch.

Price and Availability

The Mario Red Edition is currently available for pre-purchase with a price tag of $349.99, and the shipping is expected to start in October. The box will include a Nintendo Switch Console-OLED model, Joy-Con controllers in Mario Red, a Joy-Con strap, a Nintendo Switch Dock, a Joy-Con grip, an HDMI cable, and the console’s AC adapter.

In related news, Denuvo, a DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection company, will now protect games launching on Nintendo Switch from piracy.

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Nintendo games are renowned for their colorful and imaginative worlds, engaging gameplay, and iconic characters. From the classic Super Mario series to the more recent Animal Crossing and Zelda titles, Nintendo has been delivering unforgettable gaming experiences for decades. Their games often feature a perfect balance between challenging gameplay and accessibility, making them enjoyable for players of all ages and skill levels.

With Mario Day coming up on March 10, Amazon is offering early deals on several Nintendo Switch games featuring the iconic character. Super Mario Odyssey and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe are both currently discounted, with Odyssey at 33% off and Kart at $39, down from its original price of $60. Another game, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, is now 50% off at just $30. If you’re a fan of Mario-themed titles, keep an eye out for discounts on other games like Super Mario Maker 2 and Mario Party Superstars, which are expected to be discounted closer to March 10th. 

Additionally, Amazon has lowered the price of Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, a game that lets you create your own racetracks throughout your house and race with a camera-equipped kart controlled by either Mario or Luigi. Nintendo fans would hate to miss out on these discounts for first-party Nintendo games. Here’s a list of popular Nintendo games that will be discounted soon:

• New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Super Mario Odyssey $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Mario Party Superstars $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope $30 (Original Price, $60)
• Super Mario 3D World Plus Bowser’s Fury $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Super Mario Maker 2 $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Luigi’s Mansion 3 $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Yoshi’s Crafted World $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Mario Golf: Super Rush $40 (Original Price, $60)
• Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze $40 (Original Price, $60)

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Nintendo has announced that it has taken Mario Kart 8 and Splatoon offline due to security issues. The company posted a message on its website stating that urgent maintenance was required to fix a vulnerability related to online play. Nintendo has not yet provided an estimated time for when the network services will be restored. The company apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this situation.

According to Dataminer OatmealDome, the issue is “almost certainly” due to ENLBufferPwn. This exploit could allow an attacker to take control of a victim’s system by simply being matched with them in an online multiplayer game. It was previously found to be a problem in Mario Kart 7 on the 3DS and several other Switch games, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Nintendo Switch Sports, Splatoon 2 and 3. However, Nintendo has already patched those titles to protect them against the exploit.

A video posted by YouTuber PabloMK7 showed ENLBufferPwn in action on Mario Kart 7. It allowed custom firmware to be inserted onto the targeted console, and it could have potentially been used to steal account or credit card information, as well as to record a victim using the 3DS’ mic and cameras.

Although it may disappoint those still playing the games on the discontinued Wii U system, it seems that Nintendo had little choice but to take the online features offline until the security issue is resolved. Nintendo takes its privacy issues quite seriously, and it doesn’t help that Mario Kart 8 was the biggest-selling game on the Wii U, with nearly 8.5 million copies sold. On the other hand, the original Splatoon sold almost 5 million copies.

The issue surfaced just a few weeks before March 27, as Nintendo is shutting down the Wii U and 3DS eShops. After that, owners of the systems will not be able to make purchases on the digital storefronts, but they will still be able to download titles they previously bought.

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