Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update out now (version 1.7.2), patch notes
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was last updated at the start of 2019, but the game just received its latest patch. All users can access version 1.7.2.
Today’s update includes a couple of fixes. Continue on below to read the patch notes in full.
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Smash Bros. Ultimate to host tournament featuring series celebrating their 35th anniversaries
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Nintendo has announced the latest tournament event for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. This time around, the game will be featuring franchises that are turning 35 this year. The tournament limit the fighters, stages, and items to Zelda, Metroid, Kid Icarus, Castlevania, and Dragon Quest.
The tournament kicks off on May 28. It will last for a total of three days.
Zelda & Loftwing amiibo pre-orders open, price
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Update 3 (5/25): Amazon Germany has pre-orders here, and it does ship to the U.S.
Update 2 (5/21): The amiibo is now up on Amazon UK here.
Update: Pre-orders are sold out at Best Buy, but just went up on GameStop here.
Original (5/19): Pre-orders have started to open for the newly-announced Zelda & Loftwing amiibo, which will be released alongside Zelda: Skyward Sword HD. Best Buy currently has it here. As more retailers make the figure available, we’ll let you know.
Keep in mind that this amiibo will be a bit pricier than normal. The cost of these figures have varied over the past few years, though they’ve usually settled in at around $16 from Nintendo. However, this one will set you back $25.
The Zelda & Loftwing amiibo releases on July 16.
Upcoming Japanese eShop releases – June 3, 2021
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of June 3, 2021. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
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Dead by Daylight unveils its Resident Evil Chapter
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Dead by Daylight previously announced a special Resident Evil crossover. Today, developer Behaviour Interactive shared all of the proper details.
Here’s the full rundown:
Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny demo out now for Switch in the west, new trailer
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Japan received a demo for Disgaea 6: Defiance of Destiny earlier this year, and it has now made its way over to the west. It can be accessed from the game’s eShop page.
Here’s a new trailer:
Zelda: Skyward Sword HD – a look at motion and button controls
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The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword originally featured motion controls, but for the new HD version on Switch, Nintendo is also including the option to use buttons. A brief clip has now highlighted both control schemes.
Here’s the full video:
SEGA announces Sonic Central presentation for May 27
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SEGA will host a Sonic Central presentation on May 27, the company has announced. It will cover “a first look at some of the projects, partnerships, and events” for Sonic’s 30th anniversary.
Sonic Central will air at the following times on YouTube and Twitch:
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IGN Expo announced for June 11 featuring new game reveals and more
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It’s been announced that IGN Expo will be airing in a couple of weeks as part of the many game-related presentations set for June. The broadcast promises “new game reveals, never-before-seen gameplay, and announcements you won’t hear from anyone else.” Additionally, there will be further coverage on the announcements from Summer Game Fest’s Kick Off Live! show.
IGN Expo will air on June 11 at the following times:
Axiom Verge 2 delayed to Q3 2021
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Axiom Verge 2 has been pushed back to Q3 2021, creator Thomas Happ has confirmed. The game was previously targeting a soft Spring 2021 launch.
Happ told IGN that Axiom Verge 2 “will be better for the additional time.” It will also allow him to avoid burnout and crunch.
We’ll be sure to let you know when Axiom Verge 2 has a final release date on Switch.
