LEGO Super Mario reveals two-player interactive play, more products announced
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The LEGO Group has unveiled brand new functionality for its LEGO Super Mario line. Between the Mario and Luigi figures, two-player action is now possible. Bluetooth support makes it possible to “play as a team, collect extra digital coins by doing in-sync actions like walking, flipping and jumping, or work together to defeat enemies, complete challenges, share rewards or even by changing up the play and competing against each other.”
Also officially announced today are new products for the LEGO Super Mario line. These include the Bowser’s Airship Expansion Set, Boss Sumo Bro Topple Tower Expansion Set, Lakitu Sky World Expansion Set, Reznor Knockdown Expansion Set, Frog Mario Power-Up Pack, Bee Mario Power-Up Pack, and Character Packs – Series 3.
Here’s the full press release with additional details:
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SkateBIRD gameplay video shows “Humble Bedginnings” level and character customization
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Glass Bottom Games issued a new gameplay video today for SkateBIRD. Fans can get a closer look at the avian action sports game, and more specifically, the “Humble Bedginnings” level. We also have footage of the character customization options.
Here’s the video:
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Splatoon 2 discontinuing support for Online Lounge through Nintendo Switch Online app
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Nintendo has announced the discontinuation of the Online Lounge feature in Splatoon 2. Since launch, this has worked via the Nintendo Switch Online app.
Nintendo says the ” the app will continue to allow friends to voice chat, and no other changes will be made to the app at this time.”
For those that have been using Online Lounge, it will no longer be supported starting July 28.
Here’s the full notice:
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ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights Switch footage
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ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights has made it to Switch, and we have new footage of the title in action. Come see gameplay of the dark fantasy 2D action RPG below.
If you’re interested in ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights, it can be purchased digitally from the Switch eShop. Head on over here for more information. We also have a new launch trailer here.
Pokemon GO details bonuses that are coming, changing, and leaving
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When the coronavirus pandemic exploded last year, Niantic implemented a number of changes in Pokemon GO given how many people were quarantining. The goal was to let players experience the mobile title more easily while staying at home. Now, however, Niantic is looking to implement a few changes.
Pokemon GO will be adding new exploration bonuses that make it more rewarding to play outside “over the next several months”, removing/changing some bonuses introduced last year, and keeping a few ones. Testing will take place in the US and New Zealand starting at the end of July before rolling out to other regions.
Here’s some additional information:
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Twitter shares most tweeted about games of 2021 so far, most talked about games from E3
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Believe it or not, 2021 is just about halfway over. Twitter is recognizing that fact with some new data.
First up, here’s a look at the most tweeted about games in the world throughout 2021 so far:
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Final Fantasy IX getting new animated series aimed at kids
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According to a report, Cyber Group Studios has signed a co-development and co-production deal with Square Enix on a new animated series based on Final Fantasy IX. Cyber Group will be producing the show as well as handling worldwide distribution, licensing, and merchandise.
Not much is known about the project at present. Kidscreen does note that the series is aimed at viewers aged eight to thirteen.
Cyber Group is targeting the start of production by the end of 2021 or beginning of 2022. As the company wraps up a project bible, it will pitch the show to broadcasters in the coming months.
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Knockout City update out now on Switch (version 1.3.0), patch notes
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Another fairly big update for Knockout City is now live. On Switch, the game has received version 1.3.0.
Today’s update includes fixes, further adjustments, and more. The full patch notes are included below.
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ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights launch trailer
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To celebrate the release of ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights, Binary Haze Interactive has readied a new launch trailer. Get a closer look at the dark fantasy Metroidvania fairy tale below.
ENDER LILIES: Quietus of the Knights is out now on the Switch eShop. We have additional information here.
Pokemon GO Community Day to feature Tepig in July 2021
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Niantic has detailed the next Pokemon GO Community Day, which will feature Tepig. The event will be held worldwide on July 3.
Below is some additional information:
