Plants vs. Zombies Replanted dev explains why the game is getting a remaster nearly 20 years later
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Nick Reinhart, general manager at PopCap, recently spoke about why the original Plants vs. Zombies is making a comeback after so many years with the upcoming Replanted remaster.
The title is seeing a new release later this year on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. It goes well beyond a port as the team is adding in local co-op and PVP options, the Rest in Peace and Cloudy Day modes, and an art gallery showing previously-unreleased concepts.
Here’s something you may not have noticed about what can happen when DK dies in Donkey Kong Bananza
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Donkey Kong Bananza has a special death Easter egg that you may not have noticed. We at least didn’t know about it initially, and in looking into this, it seems a bunch of other players were unaware as well.
We’ll be going into light spoiler territory, so keep that in mind before proceeding. We’re not covering anything story-related, but we will reference one of the final layers in the adventure.
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Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution launch trailer – shelved GBA game revived on Nintendo Switch
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WayForward has shared a launch trailer for Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution. After it was originally planned for the GBA before being shelved, it was revitalized and released on Nintendo Switch.
Plenty of information can be found in the following overview:
Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar begins introducing marriage candidates
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August 5: Starting today, Marvelous is kicking off a weekly video series for Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar that will introduce the eligible marriage candidates for Story of Season: Grand Bazaar. New ones will be going live on a regular basis.
Twelve bachelors and bachelorettes are in the game. First up is Sophie, “whose devotion to revitalizing Zephyr Town is as infectious as her smile, get to know her likes, dislikes, and see more of her charming personality on display.”
Bye Sweet Carole secures Nintendo Switch release date, new trailer [update: physical release]
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August 21: Today, Maximum Entertainment and developer Little Sewing Machine gave the final release date for Bye Sweet Carole. The title arrives for Nintendo Switch on October 9, 2025.
The narrative-horror game inspired by classic animation movies was originally planned for last year. However, it ended up seeing a delay.
Those that need a refresher on the project can read the following overview:
Top-down shooter Sky of Destruction hitting Nintendo Switch soon
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Sometimes You is set to publish Sky of Destruction on Nintendo Switch, the company announced today. The game is slated for September 5, 2025.
Sky of Destruction is a top-down shooter. Satur Entertainment, which consists of just two people, developed the title.
Here’s an overview with more details:
Aeterna Lucis confirmed for Nintendo Switch [update: delay due to Hollow Knight: Silksong]
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December 14: After first teasing Aeterna Lucis one year ago, Aeternum Game Studios today shared more information and confirmed plans for release on Nintendo Switch. The Metroidvania experience is expected at the end of 2024.
Aeterna Lucis is a sequel to Aeterna Noctis, which is currently on Switch. Players will take control of the Queen of Light, the eternal nemesis of his majesty the King of Darkness.
Further details can be found in the following overview:
Once Upon A Katamari opening movie
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Bandai Namco uploaded the official opening movie for Once Upon A Katamari today. The theme song “Katamari Time” is included, which is done by chelmico.
Those that need a refresher on the game can check out the following overview:
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Rumor: Pokemon Legends: Z-A leak gives first look at two new Mega Evolutions
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A new leak for Pokemon Legends: Z-A has apparently happened, with images showing showing brand new Mega Evolutions.
We’ll be posting both shots after the break. Keep that in mind before proceeding.
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Monster Hunter Stories 2 is Europe’s next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial
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Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin will be featured as the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in Europe, it’s been announced. Head on over to the official Nintendo eShop page to download it now.
That means if you’re subscribed to the service, the full game can be accessed entirely for free. On top of that, save data carries over if you decide to make a purchase later on.
Below is an overview of the game:
