Ys X: Nordics getting English release in the west
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Ys X: Nordics, which was previously released in Japan, has just been announced for English release in North America and Europe. NIS America will be in charge of localization.
Ys X: Nordics “offers exhilarating, fast-paced combat, a moving story of unlikely allies, and naval exploration across a vibrant high seas setting.” More information can be found in the following overview:
More: Falcom, NIS America, top, Ys X: Nordics
Mario vs. Donkey Kong reviews roundup
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First reviews for Mario vs. Donkey Kong are starting to drop with the release scheduled for Friday.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong is not only a remake of the original Game Boy Advance title, but includes new content and features as well. It has new levels, a new Two Player mode, new difficulty settings in single-player mode – Classic Style for the original experience or Casual Style with no time limit and the ability to restart from checkpoints.
Here’s a roundup of initial reviews for Mario vs. Donkey Kong:
Master of Weapon is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Switch
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Master of Weapon is joining the Arcade Archives series on Switch, Hamster announced today. It will be available on February 15, 2024.
Master of Weapon was originally made by Taito in 1989. The shoot ’em up game involves players attempting to take down the mutant entity known as “N” who has essentially taken over Earth.
Master of Weapon will be sold digitally on the Switch eShop. Pricing is set at $7.99 / €6.99 / £6.29.
More: Arcade Archives, Hamster
Suikoden creator and Eiyuden Chronicle director Yoshitaka Murayama has passed away
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
We’re sad to report that Yoshitaka Murayama has passed away following complications with an ongoing illness.
Murayama’s will be remembered for his work on the Suikoden franchise as he was the creator. Additionally, he was the director and scenario writer for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, which is set for release in just a couple of months.
Murayama was also the head of Rabbit & Bear Studios, and the news was shared on the company’s official website. We’ve attached the full statement below.
16-bit style platformer Caveman Ransom reaching Switch this week
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Publisher Ratalaika Games, along with developer Seep, have announced that Caveman Ransom will launch on Switch this week. It will be available on February 16, 2024.
Caveman Ransom is a 16-bit style platformer with 50 levels, five bosses, and different weapons and items. More information can be found in the following overview:
More: Caveman Ransom, Ratalaika Games, Seep
Rebel Transmute release date set for March, new trailer
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Rebel Transmute now has a release date and the game isn’t too far away. The game launches for Switch on March 14, 2024, with JanduSoft handling publishing.
Rebel Transmute was previously confirmed for Switch in 2022 after being funded on Kickstarter. Read more about it in the following overview:
More: Evan Tor Games, JanduSoft, Rebel Transmute
Upcoming Japanese eShop releases for the week of February 22, 2024
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of February 22, 2023. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Minecraft reveals Universal Studios Experience DLC
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Minecraft just revealed a new collaboration DLC, this time for the Universal Studios Experience.
This special map combines legendary attractions and experiences inspired by Universal Destinations and Experiences around the world as well as throughout the theme parks’ history. Players will start at the gates of Universal Studios as Woody Woodpecker asks for help in restoring the letters on the Universal globe. Rides, souvenir shops, minigames, and more characters like Shrek and E.T. will appear along the way.
More: DLC, Minecraft, Mojang, Xbox Game Studios
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
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In Digital Foundry’s latest technical analysis covering Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, which covers aspects such as frame rate and resolution. Overall it seems that Aspyr did an admirable job with the project.
Here’s the full rundown of notable tidbits:
Princess Peach: Showtime seemingly made with Unreal Engine
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New findings point to Princess Peach: Showtime using Unreal Engine. The game’s Chinese display box has surfaced, which provides us with that information. The Unreal Engine logo is included on the back of the box.
Here’s a quick look as shared by X user Akfamilyhome:
