Zarvot footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
GameXplain acquired 6 minutes of footage from Zarvot, one of the games presented at the Nindies showcase, at PAX 2018. You can watch the gameplay featuring fighting cubes below.
Shakedown: Hawaii teaser trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in 3DS eShop, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Vblank Entertainment debuted a new trailer for Shakedown: Hawaii, its follow-up to Retro City Rampage, at PAX West 2018. The title will release on both the Switch and 3DS eShops. You can watch the trailer below.
God Wars: The Complete Legend summary trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
To celebrate its upcoming September 4 launch on Switch, NIS America released a trailer that summarizes what the game is and how it expands upon the original game. You can watch it below
La-Mulana 2 arriving on Switch in Spring 2019
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in News, Switch | 0 comments
At the ID@Xbox Pre-PAX West 2018 Open House, the publisher and developer of La-Mulana 2 announced the title will release on Switch in Spring 2019, at the same time as the Xbox One and PS4 versions. Here’s the in-depth description for the sequel to the beloved metroidvania included on its Steam page.
Welcome to the La-Mulana 2 Project
La-Mulana 2 features sprawling ancient ruins, mind-boggling mysteries, untold numbers of items, and terrible enemies combining to form what is possibly the perfect Metroidvania-style “archaeological ruin exploration action game”.
In La-Mulana 2, you take on the role of Lumisa Kosugi – daughter of the previous title’s hero – as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana, said to be the cradle of human civilization. Desperate to find the cause of the numerous recent appearances of monsters from the ruins, Lumisa heads to the “other” La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.
Explore the vast ruins comprising multiple field maps, solve mysteries and riddles using the stone tablets and messages you discover along the way, and take out huge monsters known as “Guardians” as you make your way to the deepest depths of the ruins.
You won’t believe the awesome mystery of Eg-Lana awaiting you at the end of your journey…
About La-Mulana 2
La-Mulana was known as a “Metroidvania”-style game (a 2D action platformer with an emphasis on non-linear exploration). That said, the real core of the game is in deciphering the riddles scattered throughout the game, and solving the puzzles that exist as part of the ruins.
A classic experience: As with its predecessor, La-Mulana 2 will not feature a tutorial or a long-winded sidekick. As a seasoned explorer, it’s up to you to discover the secrets hidden within the ruins and find the truth on your own.
Explore at your own pace: By deciphering cryptic text on the monuments scattered throughout the ruins, you will gradually unravel the mystery of the ruins. Which parts of the sprawling underground you tackle, and in what order, is up to you. Sometimes you will need to use changes in backgrounds, mysterious sounds, the strength of enemies, or the sneakiness of traps to detect subtle changes in your surroundings.
A colossal adventure: We have designed a variety of zones, and have created a mystery deep enough to encompass a gigantic cave system. This is a very large-scale indie title. We predict newcomers to the series will probably be able to clear the game in 20 to 30 hours. Because of the non-linear nature of Eg-Lana, La-Mulana 2 will have plenty of replayability.
New horrors, new weapons: Plenty of ferocious and terrifying monsters and guardians stand in your way in the depths of this new underground network. Fortunately, you will also have an arsenal of tools and weapons at your disposal to help you on your journey.
Widescreen support: The first La-Mulana was a remake of a retro-style game that ran in a 4:3 aspect ratio, which made widescreen support impossible. For La-Mulana 2, the various maps and rooms are designed to be 16:9-compatible, making it perfect for widescreen TVs and monitors.
The question we’ve asked ourselves throughout development is: “How can we make an old-school 2D game take advantage of advancements in present-day technology?”
Game Features
- Become an adventurer and explore sprawling ancient ruins
- Gather hints to solve the various mysteries of the ruins
- Dive into the action as you fight off tough enemies seeking to impede your progress
- A detailed and beautifully dot-rendered world
- Seven main weapons and over ten sub-weapons
- Over 60 items of various types to help you explore the ruins
- Over 20 apps to install on your trusty adventurer’s tablet, the “Mobile Super X3”
- Includes reference book with over 200 monsters and other characters in the game
More: La-Mulana 2, NIGORO, Playism
Mega Man X9 is dependent on the success of Mega Man 11
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Yesterday, Mega Man 11 developer Tsuchiya Kazuhiro visited Taiwan to present the title to the Chinese media. When asked about another entry in the Mega Man X series at a press conference, Kazuhiro clarified that there isn’t one in development. He said he can’t say they’re “doing nothing” but a Mega Man X sequel depends on the reception to Mega Man 11.
More: Capcom, Mega Man 11, Mega Man X
English website for Dragalia Lost and pre-registration is now live
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
English readers can now access the official Dragalia Lost website. It provides details of the characters, the dragons, and gameplay.
You can also pre-register for the Dragalia Lost app on Android and iOS with your Nintendo account here. Pre-ordering will net you an in-game gift when it launches on September 27 in the U.S.
More: Cygames, Dragalia Lost
There’s a bug with Version 1.5.2 of Xenoblade Chronicles 2, but there’s a workaround
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo’s Japanese website states that the latest update to Xenoblade Chronicles 2 added an annoying bug to the game, causing some quests impossible to complete in certain cases. Perfectly Nintendo lists the Blade Questions with problems:
Cute action RPG Lapis li Abyss coming to Switch on November 9
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Originally announced only for PS4, the Nippon Ichi Software title is reportedly being released on Switch as well. Lapis li Abyss is “a mission selection-type action game. In addition to the eight playable characters, there are over 100 enemy characters.” The game will release on November 9 in Japan for 7,538 yen, which converts to about $68.
Kentucky Robo Chicken releases on September 6, gets new trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Solid9 Studio shared that Kentucky Robo Chicken, its upcoming platformer for Switch, will launch on September 6. They also provided a new 30-second trailer, which you can watch below.
Fire Emblem Heroes – Forging Bonds: Rejecting Destiny event is live
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt O'Keefe(@matt_okeefe) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
A new event in Fire Emblem Heroes gives you the opportunity to “gain friendship through battle and grow closer to Heroes!” Here are some details:
Until 8/31/18 at 1:59 a.m., you can earn 2 Orbs the first time you clear a map in Forging Bonds (once per day), and you can alsoc receive rewards, such as accessories, Hero Feathers, and Divine Dew by increasing your friendship with the Heroes!
You can visit the Notifications page in the Fire Emblem Heroes app to learn more.
