Team Sonic Racing DLC not currently planned, no microtransactions
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At least to start out with, Team Sonic Racing won’t have any DLC. There also won’t be microtransactions of any kind, which some may have been concerned about due to the game’s mod pods and the way in which new customization parts are unlocked.
In a live stream this week, SEGA’s Aaron Webber explained that the original plan was for Team Sonic Racing to include everything at launch without cutting out content and selling it later. Other than that, the team felt strongly about avoiding microtransactions, so currency earned in-game – used to unlock parts – doesn’t tie in to real money.
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Why Team Ninja is developing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order
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A new developer has taken the reigns on Marvel Ultimate Alliance. Nintendo is publishing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, but Ninja Gaiden studio Team Ninja is actually in charge of production. How this came to be was explained in the latest issue of Game Informer.
As it turns out, Marvel was already aware of Team Ninja’s pedigree. Marvel Games VP and executive producer Mike Jones said that folks inside the company are “huge fans of Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo and their esteemed history.” He went on to say:
[Let’s Talk] Favorite custom stages in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s big 3.0 update has been available for a few weeks now. That means players have access to the new content and features, including Stage Builder. The great thing about the Stage Builder is that anyone can easily create a level, upload it online, and have it played by others right away. Of course, some have received more recognition than others – and the “Yeah!” system also comes in to play, where highly-rated creations will be easier to spot.
Since Stage Builder has been up and running for awhile, we want to know what favorites you’ve come across thus far. Is there a level you’ve made that you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments below.
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The Swords of Ditto: Mormo’s Curse update out now (version 1.16.03)
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The Swords of Ditto: Mormo’s Curse has a new update on Switch. Version 1.16.03 is live, which contains a whole bunch of fixes that go back to before the game was released.
Below are the full patch notes:
Team Sonic Racing – Switch vs. PS4 graphics and load time comparison
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GameXplain has compared the Switch and PS4 versions of Team Sonic Racing in terms of both graphics and load times. Check out the video for a closer look below.
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Team Sonic Racing Switch footage
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GameXplain has offered a look at Team Sonic Racing on Switch with nearly 20 minutes of footage. Check out the gameplay below.
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Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle pre-orders open
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Retailers are starting to take pre-orders for the Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle. Amazon has it here, and GameStop has it here.
The Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle includes a copy of the game and a 12-month service subscription, needed to access the game’s online functionality. The two cost $80 separately, so the package saves you $10.
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New Songbird Symphony footage
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During a live stream this week, publisher PQube showed off an hour of footage from the musical adventure game Songbird Symphony. Check out the full recording below.
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Katana Zero update releasing this month with new modes
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Katana Zero’s big update will release at the end of this month, developer Askiisoft has announced.
It will include the following:
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Fire Emblem: Three Houses introduces Hanneman, Crests
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Nintendo has prepared a double dose of updates for Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Along with an introduction for Hanneman, we also have news about Crests.
First up, here’s a bio for Hanneman:
