The Wall Street Journal has reiterated previous rumours that the Nintendo NX will use cartridges as its media format of choice. The news publication has also heard that the announcement could come before the Tokyo Game Show takes place on September 15th.

Nintendo Co. plans to adopt cartridges for its next-generation videogame console, people familiar with the matter said, a step that might prompt a reassessment of the old-school format.

Analysts have said an announcement could come ahead of the Tokyo Game Show, which begins Sept. 15.