Paper Mario: The Origami King dev wants to offer fans “new experiences and surprises” instead of relying on previous gameplay systems
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Following the first couple of Paper Mario games on N64 and GameCube, some fans would argue that the series has experienced some bumps in the road. Whereas those initial entries stuck to the tried-and-true RPG format, latter titles started to venture in different directions. Most would say that the low point of the series was Sticker Star, which de-emphasized battles and featured throwaway stickers as its primary mechanic.
Nintendo and Intelligent Systems are now giving Paper Mario another shot with The Origami King, which launches in just a few weeks. The game will have another alternate take on battles with a ring-based system.
Speaking with Game Informer, Nintendo producer Kensuke Tanabe indicated he’s more interested in trying new ideas rather than relying on familiar gameplay systems:
Nintendo’s “The Download” video – June 2020
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Nintendo has put out a new video highlighting some of the games that were added to the eShop around June 2020. Get a look at it below.
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First 4 Figures unveils Majora’s Mask PVC statue, pre-orders open
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First 4 Figures is introducing a new PVC collectible for The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask. Fans can get their hands on the actual Majora’s Mask, which “features the same textured details and vibrant colors the mask is known for.”
Here’s some additional information about the statue:
Action RPG Anima: Song from the Abyss announced for Switch
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Anima Project today announced Anima: Song from the Abyss, an action RPG based on the role-playing book saga and a follow-up to Anima: Ark of Sinners and Anima: Gate of Memories.
Below are the first details and screenshots:
Pokemon Sword/Shield – Max Raid Battles updated, game crashes fixed
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After the latest Max Raid Battles shifted in Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield yesterday, players quickly noticed a major issue. The games were calling for an item that doesn’t currently exist, resulting in game crashes. These errors could take place during encounters with the featured Steel-type and Rock-type Pokemon.
Thankfully, the situation has now been addressed. The item drop for event dens now provide Armorite Ore.
The Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield event with featured Steel-type and Rock-type Pokemon in Max Raid Battles will be live until July 31.
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Nintendo no longer selling digital codes for its games at European retailers
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If you’re interested in buying a Nintendo game digitally, you have a couple of different options. The primary way is by making a purchase directly from the eShop, though retailers have been selling codes to redeem titles as well. However, in Europe, Nintendo will longer be offering these codes through retailers.
Nintendo said in a statement to Nintendo Life:
8 minutes of Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time footage
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Game Informer has posted new direct-feed gameplay from Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time showcasing eight minutes of footage. Check out the video below.
Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time is slated for a summer release on Switch.
NBA 2K21 coming to Switch, Damian Lillard featured on the cover
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2K has announced the first of its three cover athletes for NBA 2K21. Five-time NBA All-Star and Portland Trail Blazers’ standout Damian Lillard will be featured on the boxart for the newly-confirmed Switch version.
Lillard said of gracing the cover:
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Skater XL to include community created maps at launch
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Easy Day Studios has announced that community created content will be available in the full launch of Skater XL. Players will be able to access a trio of maps made by community members: ‘Streets’ by Jean-Olive, ‘Hűdland Training Facility’ by Pactole, and ‘Grant Skate Park’ by Theo. Each map has been given visual enhancements by Easy Day’s art team in collaboration with the map creator.
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Endless Memories gets new trailer
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Homunculus Games today issued a new trailer for its 2D action-adventure game Endless Memories. We’ve included the video below.
Endless Memories is due out on Switch later in 2020.
