Crash Bandicoot 4 Switch port seems to have reworked models and assets instead of just decreasing the resolution
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Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time appears to be more than just a simple port on Switch. Twitter user Kanozu_ put together a few comparison screenshots with the PlayStation 4 version, which show that the team did more than merely decrease the resolution.
Based on what we’ve seen from the Switch version, it looks like the models and assets have been reworked. The game now employs a slightly more cel-shaded appearance on Nintendo’s console.
Here’s the full set of comparisons:
Ubisoft is Switch’s top third-party publisher, company is reaping benefits of its success, Immortals Fenyx Rising doing well
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As part of its quarterly financial report today, Ubisoft revealed that the company is the top third-party publisher on Switch. Nintendo’s console has contributed to its bottom line.
Ubisoft chief financial officer Frederick Duguet stated:
Fury Unleashed update adds Crypt of the NecroDancer and Superhot guest appearances
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Awesome Games Studio’s comic-book roguelite Fury Unleashed has received a major update. It’s highlighted by two new guest appearance game modes: Crypt of the NecroDancer and Superhot.
Here’s the full rundown:
Ben Schwartz says he hasn’t thought about taking over as Sonic for Roger Craig Smith, but is a big fan of the world and fan base
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After a decade in the role, Roger Craig Smith will no longer be voicing Sonic the Hedgehog. SEGA hasn’t announced who will be taking over the role moving forward, but some fans are hoping it’ll be Ben Schwartz – who played the character in last year’s movie.
For what it’s worth, Schwartz says he hasn’t given the possibility much thought, though he’s a big fan of Sonic and the fan base. Additionally, he mentioned to ComicBook.com that “nobody’s had a conversation with me about any of that.”
Schwartz’s full words:
More: SEGA, Sonic the Hedgehog
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night’s latest update added a hidden 1986 Mode
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Back in January, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night received its latest update, which was highlighted by the addition of Classic Mode. Interestingly, a second hidden mode was included as well.
1986 Mode can be unlocked on the Classic Mode title screen. It can be accessed after inputting the Konami Code (Up, Up, Down, Down, Left, Right, Left, Right, [Horizontal Left Face Button]), [Horizontal Right Face Button]). After this, “1986 Mode” should appear on the bottom of the screen.
1986 Mode is a different take on Classic Mode. It includes several changes referencing the original Castlevania, including:
Overcooked 2 Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial also confirmed for North America
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Yesterday, it was announced that Overcooked 2 is the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in Europe (and Australia). The same news has now been extended to North America as well.
If you’re a Nintendo Switch Online subscriber, Overcooked 2 can be played for free starting on February 10 at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET. The offer ends on February 16 at 11:59 PM PT / February 17 at 2:59 AM ET. Progress can be transferred to the full version.
Grappling hook platformer Get-A-Grip Chip hitting Switch in March
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Today, Redstart Interactive revealed that its grappling hook platformer Get-A-Grip Chip is on the way to Switch. It can be purchased digitally starting on March 25.
Here’s some information about the game as well as a trailer:
Street skating title Skate City announced for Switch
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Agens and Snowman have announced that the street skating title Skate City is getting a release on Switch. Although a specific date hasn’t been announced, the game will be available “soon”.
We have the following overview and trailer for Skate City:
More: Agens, Skate City, Snowman
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time announced for Switch, out in March
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After much speculation, Activision has finally announced that Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time is coming to Switch. It will launch on March 12.
Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time first launched last October. Despite Activision not announcing a Switch version, it was listed for Nintendo’s console in the official website’s source code. Then shortly after release, fans spotted what appeared to be an internal profile for Switch in the game’s data.
Here’s an overview of Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time as well as the announcement trailer:
Adventure puzzler Harmony’s Odyssey announced for Switch
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MythicOwl today announced Harmony’s Odyssey, a new adventure puzzler. The game will be launching for Switch later in 2021.
Here’s an overview of Harmony’s Odyssey with additional information:
