Suikoden creator and Eiyuden Chronicle director Yoshitaka Murayama has passed away
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
We’re sad to report that Yoshitaka Murayama has passed away following complications with an ongoing illness.
Murayama’s will be remembered for his work on the Suikoden franchise as he was the creator. Additionally, he was the director and scenario writer for Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, which is set for release in just a couple of months.
Murayama was also the head of Rabbit & Bear Studios, and the news was shared on the company’s official website. We’ve attached the full statement below.
16-bit style platformer Caveman Ransom reaching Switch this week
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Publisher Ratalaika Games, along with developer Seep, have announced that Caveman Ransom will launch on Switch this week. It will be available on February 16, 2024.
Caveman Ransom is a 16-bit style platformer with 50 levels, five bosses, and different weapons and items. More information can be found in the following overview:
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Rebel Transmute release date set for March, new trailer
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Rebel Transmute now has a release date and the game isn’t too far away. The game launches for Switch on March 14, 2024, with JanduSoft handling publishing.
Rebel Transmute was previously confirmed for Switch in 2022 after being funded on Kickstarter. Read more about it in the following overview:
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases for the week of February 22, 2024
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of February 22, 2023. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Minecraft reveals Universal Studios Experience DLC
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Minecraft just revealed a new collaboration DLC, this time for the Universal Studios Experience.
This special map combines legendary attractions and experiences inspired by Universal Destinations and Experiences around the world as well as throughout the theme parks’ history. Players will start at the gates of Universal Studios as Woody Woodpecker asks for help in restoring the letters on the Universal globe. Rides, souvenir shops, minigames, and more characters like Shrek and E.T. will appear along the way.
More: DLC, Minecraft, Mojang, Xbox Game Studios
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
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In Digital Foundry’s latest technical analysis covering Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft, which covers aspects such as frame rate and resolution. Overall it seems that Aspyr did an admirable job with the project.
Here’s the full rundown of notable tidbits:
Princess Peach: Showtime seemingly made with Unreal Engine
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
New findings point to Princess Peach: Showtime using Unreal Engine. The game’s Chinese display box has surfaced, which provides us with that information. The Unreal Engine logo is included on the back of the box.
Here’s a quick look as shared by X user Akfamilyhome:
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Triggerheart Exelica seeing physical release on Switch
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January 11: Triggerheart Exelica is getting a physical release from Red Art Games, the company announced today.
Red Art Games intends to produce both ESRB and PEGI-rated physical Switch versions. In Europe, the game will be distributed by Red Art Games. Video Games Plus is in charge of the North American version.
Here’s an overview of Triggerheart Exelica:
Unicorn Overlord “Josef’s Guide to Training” trailer
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Atlus and Vanillaware issued another trailer for Unicorn Overlord titled “Josef’s Guide to Training”.
The video demonstrates the ways players can build up their armies in the upcoming tactical RPG. In the trailer, protagonist Alain receives commander training from his holy knight protector Josef. Alain learns how to assemble his troops through using a variety of versatile character classes, boosting character stats through promotions and utilizing training items that grant experience to characters outside of combat.
More: Atlus, Unicorn Overlord, Vanillaware
Arcade-inspired game Slam and Roll planned for Switch
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KaleidoGames today announced Slam and Roll, and confirmed plans for release on Switch. An unnamed publisher will be bringing it to the console later this year.
Slam and Roll is an action-packed arcade experience paying homage to the 90s ‘stage clear’ arcade-type game. You can find more information about it in the following overview:
