Animal Crossing: New Horizons version of Monopoly on the way
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Update: This is now up on Amazon here.
Original: Despite a lack of an official announcement, it looks like Animal Crossing: New Horizons is getting the Monopoly treatment. Reddit user calysunflower came across the product over at Walmart, and was even able to make a purchase. That’s given fans an early look at how the Animal Crossing version of Monopoly is shaping up.
Four different versions of the villager are included as playable pieces. You’ll need to earn the most Nook Miles by purchasing decorations and using Nook Miles cards to trade resources and Bells. Bugs, fish, and fruit appear on the game board.
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox Switch footage
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox arrives on Switch tomorrow, and we now have some new footage of the final build. View the gameplay below.
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox will be available both physically and digitally on July 6.
More: Falcom, NIS America, Ys IX: Monstrum Nox
Pokemon GO details fifth anniversary event
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Pokemon GO is turning five years old, and to celebrate, the mobile game is holding a special event. It begins tomorrow, July 6.
There’s a lot that’s new here such as a new Flying Pikachu and Shiny Darumaka, not to mention Shiny Meltan making a comeback. You can find the full event details below.
More: Niantic, Pokemon GO
Fast-paced action platformer Blitz Breaker out on Switch this week
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Eastasiasoft, Ratalaika Games, Boncho Games have announced that Blitz Breaker will be appearing on Switch this week. The fast-paced action platformer is on track for July 7.
We have the following overview and trailer from Eastasiasoft:
Shoot ’em up Risk System hitting Switch next week
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Hidden Trap will publish Newt Industries’ shoot ’em up Risk System on Switch next week, according to an eShop listing. The game is scheduled for July 15.
Here’s some information about Risk System as well as a trailer:
More: Hidden Trap, Newt Industries, Risk System
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin – Kayna trailer
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Capcom has shared a new trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin focusing on Kayna, a Rider from Mahana Village.
Here’s an introduction to the character:
Nintendo president on classic content
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Nintendo closed out its 81st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders last week by tackling a question regarding classic products. One investor asked if there are future plans for a mini series like the NES and SNES Classic Editions or other online content.
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa responded with the following:
Nintendo president on reports of a new Switch model
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
There have been fairly regular reports claiming that Nintendo has a new Switch model in the works, but at least thus far, nothing has materialized. The latest rumor came from Bloomberg, with the outlet claiming at the end of May that a reveal could have taken place right before E3 2021. Of course, that didn’t happen in the end.
The topic of a new Switch model did come up during Nintendo’s Annual General Meeting of Shareholders last week. President Shuntaro Furukawa was asked about these reports, to which he stated:
Nintendo on the future of Ring Fit Adventure
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Ring Fit Adventure has undoubtedly been one of Nintendo’s breakout hits of the Switch era. Not only has the title generated global interest, but it has also sold over seven million copies. It makes sense then that many are hoping that there will be more to come from the concept.
During Nintendo’s 81st Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, an investor actually asked if there are plans for a sequel. President Shuntaro Furukawa responded, and did that the company “would like to take various initiatives so many people continue to play this title.”
More: Ring Fit Adventure
Nintendo “working on increasing the appeal” of Switch Online “to make it even more fun and convenient to play”
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo Switch Online has been going for three years strong. We’ve seen the introduction of classic games on the console, new titles like Tetris 99, and opportunities to try out certain titles through Game Trials.
The SNES library started up on Switch Online in 2019. Since then though, the lineup of classics has been a bit static. Some have hoped that Nintendo could expand the offerings with N64 or Game Boy games.
