To the Moon: Sigmund Minisode 1 and 2 coming to Nintendo Switch [update: out now]
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December 19: Today, Serenity Forge and Freebird Games announced that To the Moon: Sigmund Minisode 1 and 2 are heading to Nintendo Switch. Both are planned for early 2025 on the console.
These two experiences first launched for PC in 2013 and 2015 respectively. Both offer a wider look at the To the Moon universe.
The Backrooms 1998 out on Nintendo Switch next week, new trailer
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The Backrooms 1998 was announced for Nintendo Switch less than a month ago, but it already has a release date. Feardemic and Steelkrill Studio will be bringing it over on February 20, 2025.
As previously mentioned, The Backrooms 1998 is a found footage survival horror game. The recent announcement did not provide a release window, but it turns out we’re just a few days away from the console debut.
Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy getting worldwide Nintendo Switch release
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Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy is coming to Nintendo Switch worldwide, Idea Factory and Compile Heart announced today. The game launches in 2025.
Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy is a dungeon-crawling RPG. While it debuted in Japan at the end of last year, there was no word on an English release – until today. Now we know that it’ll be launching in North America and Europe.
Here’s an official overview:
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy story trailer, characters trailer #3
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February 11: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy received two new trailers today focusing on the game’s story and more characters. The latter video highlights Takemaru Yakushiji, Shouma Ginzaki, Moko Mojiro, Nigou, and Nozomi Kirifuji.
Here’s some information about the latest batch of characters:
The Making of Karateka, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, and Tetris Forever getting physical releases on Nintendo Switch
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Digital Eclipse has announced not one, but three physical releases – The Making of Karateka, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, and Tetris Forever are all getting the boxed treatment.
These titles were previously made available digitally as part of the company’s Gold Master series. They will now be available physically for the first time.
Standard editions will be sold for $34.99 (€34.99). There’ll also be Deluxe Editions for The Making of Karateka and Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, featuring special packaging and unique collectibles for $69.99 (€69.99). Finally, Tetris Forever is getting a collector’s edition for $139.99 (€139.99) and includes special packaging, collectibles, and an exclusive handheld unit featuring two Tetris games.
More: Nintendo Direct, top
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank physical release planned for Nintendo Switch
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Turnip Boy Robs a Bank has been available digitally, but it looks like a physical version is in the cards as well. There’s been no word from the publisher officially but various retailers are now listing a boxed version.
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank will appear just as it did when it previously landed on the Nintendo eShop. No extra bonuses are planned, but this will be the first time it’s being made available in boxed form.
Squaresoft tried to convince Nintendo to use CDs for the N64
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As many gamers know, back in the day, Nintendo went with cartridges for the N64 as its media format. In many ways, this ended up doing quite a bit of damage. That was especially so given that PlayStation ended up using CDs.
Why was this a big deal? For one thing, CDs had the ability to hold more data compared to the N64. They were also becoming the more popular medium at the time and were cheaper to produce. Nintendo’s decision also led to some struggles with third-parties including Squaresoft, which ended up moving Final Fantasy to the PlayStation.
Antipaint coming to Nintendo Switch – game about battling famous art [update: out next week]
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January 1: Antipaint came to PC a little while back to a strong reception, and a Nintendo Switch version is now confirmed to be int he works. The port is “coming soon”.
Antipaint is a roguelike shooter with plenty of action. The title has players battling famous works of art, and after defeating each one, they’ll join your collection.
More: Antipaint, Vilius Prakapas
Ultros gameplay
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Ultros saw a shadowdrop on Nintendo Switch last week, and for those that want to see what the title has to offer, we have gameplay. 25 minutes of footage is available.
Get caught up on everything you need to know in the following overview:
Jump Man targeting Nintendo Switch 2 release
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Sanuk Games today announced Jump Man, and is targeting the game for Nintendo Switch 2. The company says it will release the title “if and when Nintendo allows.” Given how Sanuk has previous shipped games on Nintendo platforms, this one should come over as well – it just may take some time.
As for what to expect, Jump Man is an endless jumper that supports both single-player and multiplayer.
Here’s a brief overview:
