Former Nintendo staffer reveals scrapped name for Animal Crossing
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
There’s no doubt that Animal Crossing is currently one of Nintendo’s most popular franchises, cementing its place in history with the massive success of New Horizons, which has sold over 45 million copies worldwide. The game has even been praised for being a comforting companion during the global COVID-19 pandemic.
But did you know the franchise almost ended up with a completely different name? In a recent interview with Time Extension, former Nintendo localization manager Leslie Swan shared the challenges of translating the series original title, Dōbutsu no Mori, for Western audiences.
More: Animal Crossing
Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree gets new story trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Bandai Namco revealed a new story-focused trailer this morning for Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, which is set to arrive on Nintendo Switch on September 19, 2025.
In this roguelite adventure set in a distant mystical realm, ancient forces are awakening, and untold dangers await. Players take control of Towa, leading the guardians of the sacred tree as they forge strong bonds and wield powerful swords to battle the forces of Magatsu and shape the future of Shinju Village.
Alongside the trailer, more details about the game are available below.
Extremely Powerful Capybaras gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
PM Studios and Studio Bravarda have set a release date for Extremely Powerful Capybaras on Switch. The title, which previously launched on PC, will be making its way to Nintendo’s console on September 25.
In this over-the-top roguelite bullet heaven, players take control of the world’s most relaxed animal. You’ll blast through endless waves of bizarre enemies while stacking outrageous weapons and evolutions to become an unstoppable capybara force.
The game supports both solo play and up to four-player co-op, either locally or online, letting you team up with friends for chaotic runs filled with mayhem. Each playthrough is different, promising fast-paced action where cuteness and chaos collide.
Indika gets a surprise announcement for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch | 0 comments
Odd Meter and 11 bit studios have just announced that the acclaimed Indika is coming to Nintendo Switch this fall. A physical edition will also be available, thanks to a partnership with Silver Lining Interactive. Fans who love boxed copies can grab one through the Silver Lining Direct website or at their local game store.
Set in an alternate 19th-century Russia where religious visions clash with harsh reality, Indika follows a young nun on a journey of self-discovery alongside the most unlikely companion imaginable: the devil himself. What starts as a simple mission beyond the convent walls quickly becomes a surreal, darkly comedic odyssey, blending faith, authority, comedy, and tragedy in equal measure.
Here’s some additional information about the game:
Sci-fi bullet Time Treker announced for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
2P Games and Fuse Game have announced that their newest title is on the way to Nintendo Switch. The sci-fi bullet heaven auto-shooter Time Treker will be landing on the console on October 16.
Time Treker is a pixel-art action roguelike in which humanity faces extinction from an alien insect invasion. Players lead a squad of heroes across timelines to battle the swarm and alter history. After each defeat, upgrades can be made on the mothership before heading back into the fight.
More: 2P Games, Fuse Game, Time Treker
War Mongrels shares Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Red Deer Games, in collaboration with Destructive Creations, has announced that the real-time tactics title War Mongrels will be released on Nintendo Switch on September 16.
Set on the Eastern Front of World War II, the game features a dark narrative that begins with two characters before others join the group, each bringing their own unique abilities. Players will need to manage their team carefully, selecting the right members for missions that involve sabotage, stealing documents, taking down enemies, and even helping civilians.
Bloober Team wants to make Nintendo Switch 2 a home for horror games, teases more news to come
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Cronos: The New Dawn is the new horror game from Bloober Team, arriving next week on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 4th, bringing its tense and immersive atmosphere to the console. And it doesn’t stop there, the studio, a specialist in the horror genre, has revealed plans to bring even more titles like this to the platform.
In an interview with The Game Business, Piotr Babieno, CEO of the company, said he’s a huge Nintendo fan, which was a major reason for bringing Cronos: The New Dawn to Switch 2, and hinted at more projects in the future.
More: Bloober Team, Cronos: The New Dawn
Fling to the Finish arrives on Nintendo Switch next week
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
The racing game published by Daedalic Entertainment and developed by SplitSide Games, Fling to the Finish, has just been announced for the Nintendo Switch, arriving next week on September 4th.
Fling to the Finish is a cooperative racing game where teams of two players race through colorful and chaotic obstacle courses, connected by a stretchy rope. As you and your friends start playing, your rope will get tangled around almost everything you pass. But as you improve your communication skills, you’ll quickly realize that the rope is your greatest asset.
Dreamed Away gets Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Pineapple Works announced today that Dreamed Away will be released on Nintendo Switch on October 23. The title was successfully funded through Kickstarter.
Dreamed Away is a pixel art RPG set in France during the 1990s. Players take on the role of Théo, who wakes up one rainy summer night to discover his parents and sister are missing. As he searches for his sister Louise, he explores catacombs and other unsettling places filled with ghosts and phantoms.
More: Dreamed Away, Pineapple Works
The Nameless: Slay Dragon launches on Nintendo Switch next week
Posted on 3 months ago by Carlos in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Publisher WhisperGames has just revealed the release date for the acclaimed Chinese RPG The Nameless: Slay Dragon on Nintendo Switch. The game is set to arrive next week, August 28, complete with the “Mythic Epic” DLC
One of the most notable aspects of The Nameless: Slay Dragon is that it was created by a single developer with support from various online collaborators. The game promises plenty to dive into, featuring an engaging story where every decision you make contributes to your growth. Nearly every item and material you collect during the journey can be used for alchemy, cooking, or forging. Rather than relying on preset recipes, the system encourages you to freely combine materials based on their properties to experiment and discover new outcomes.
