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Masahiro Sakurai doesn’t have one of his regular columns in Famitsu this week, but he is featured in the magazine nonetheless. That’s because the Japanese publication is sharing an interview with the Smash Bros. Ultimate director.

We’ll be taking a more in-depth look at the interview soon (technically the latest Famitsu isn’t even out yet), but as usual, some tidbits have leaked out online early. Here’s a brief roundup:

Minecraft

Minecraft has been updated on Switch, bringing the game to version 1.8.0. Mojang has added in pandas, stray cats in villages, changes, fixes, and more.

The full patch notes are as follows:


Famitsu and Denjin Getcha both recently showcased Peach Ball: Senran Kagura with a bunch of footage. Both videos can be found below.

Everspace: Stellar Edition has made it to Switch today. For a look at some footage, check out the videos below.

Yesterday, Fire Emblem Heroes was updated with brand new Book III story content. Take a look at some footage in the video below.

Earlier today, Forbes published its own interview with Nintendo of America boss Reggie Fils-Aime. Reggie was again asked about Nintendo’s goal of selling 20 million Switch systems this fiscal year, DLC, and rumors of new Switch hardware.

Find these comments from Reggie below. If you’d like to read some additional statements, head on over to Forbes.

Clouds & Sheep 2

Clouds & Sheep 2 is heading to Switch on December 21, HandyGames has announced.

Here’s an introduction to the sheep herd management game, along with a trailer:

Desert Child is out today on Switch as a digital download on the eShop. View a bit of footage in the gameplay video below.

Hollywood Reporter is the latest outlet to have shared a few words with Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime. The two sides discussed Nintendo’s Black Friday success, why Red Dead Redemption 2 isn’t on Switch, the importance of having announced Joker for Smash Bros. Ultimate, and more.

We’ve rounded up highlights from the interview below. You can read the full discussion here.

Everspace: Stellar Edition launches today on Switch. Get a look at the game’s official launch trailer below.


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