Switch reveal video caused “a lot of drama” and “headbutting” at Nintendo of America
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According to comments from former Nintendo of America employees, there was “a lot of drama” and “headbutting” surrounding the Switch reveal video, including from people high up at the company.
The video we’re referring to is the one that came out eight years ago, giving everyone a first glimpse at the system. It showed various scenarios and ways in which Switch can be played. The video brought us the well-known “Karen” rooftop meme, showed a glimpse of Super Mario Odyssey for the first time, and more.
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[Let’s Talk] Nintendo Music impressions
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This was a bit of a strange week for Nintendo news. Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition was announced out of nowhere, and then on Wednesday, the Nintendo Music app / service was announced.
If you’re a Nintendo Switch Online member, you can use Nintendo Music right now. An app has been released on mobile that lets you listen to tracks from a number of different games. Over time, more will be added. Nintendo also included some features to make the app a little more interesting. We covered it all here.
Clock Tower: Rewind gameplay
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Clock Tower: Rewind gameplay made it to Switch this week, and gameplay is in. This marks the first time that the survival horror title has launched outside of Japan.
Learn more about it in the following overview:
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases for the week of November 7, 2024
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on Switch for the week of November 7, 2024. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
This Is Fine: Maximum Cope confirmed for Switch
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This Is Fine: Maximum Cope, a new game based on the famous meme, has been confirmed for Switch.
Numskull Games managed to secure funding for the project on Kickstarter during the campaign’s final hours. Fans helped to raise around $50,000, and there are plans to release it on Switch.
So how is the team turning the meme into an actual game? Numskull Games is planning it as an adventure platformer, and worries have manifested into a physical form. The title revolves around facing the perils of your subconscious.
Disney Music Parade Encore announced for Switch
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August 27: During today’s Japanese Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, Disney Music Parade Encore was announced for Switch. It’s due out on November 21, 2024 in Japan and December 12 in Asia. The Asian version seemingly supports English.
Disney Music Parade previously released on mobile in 2021. The rhythm action game has scenes from Disney and Pixar films, and players use the touchscreen to tap and swipe in time with the music. Various songs such as “A Whole New World” And “Under the Sea” are included. Four players are supported locally.
Here’s the first trailer:
S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Switch launch trailer
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GSC is celebrating the new Switch version of S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Legends of the Zone Trilogy with a launch trailer. Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008) and Call of Prypiat (2009) can be purchased starting today.
Learn more about what to expect in the following overview:
Reel Fishing: Days of Summer launch trailer
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Natsume shipped Reel Fishing: Days of Summer on Switch this week, and we’ve got the launch trailer. This marks the latest entry in the photorealistic fishing series.
Here’s an overview of the game, courtesy of the eShop page:
Switch eShop charts – November 2, 2024
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[Interview] Square Enix on how Romancing SaGa 2 was remade
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Nintendo Everything was recently given the opportunity to speak with Shinichi Tatsuke, the producer of Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven. The game just recently made it to Switch.
For those that are unaware, Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven is a 3D remake of the game that first debuted in 1993. Tatsuke was able to speak with us on how the team approached this new version. We were only able to ask a few questions, but some interesting insight was shared nonetheless.
Here’s our full discussion:
