SEGA says it wants Sonic to surpass Mario
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
In an interview posted on its website, SEGA executive director and Osamu Ohashi was asked about how Sonic will be developed in the future. That led Ohashi to mention how the goal is for the franchise to surpass Mario.
He pointed out how SEGA respects Mario, but never actually achieved the goal of surpassing him. Not only does the company want Sonic to be played worldwide, but also for the movies to do better and for Sonic to be featured at Universal Studios.
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[Review] Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: October 24, 2023
Developer: Konami
Publisher: Konami
Even though I’m a certified Old-Head that writes about games, it’s difficult for me to properly encapsulate the cultural importance that Metal Gear games once exuded both pre and post release. The hype surrounding anything series creator Hideo Kojima touched was intense and all-consuming. Rest assured that if there was ever a month in which a new Metal Gear game was being released, just about nothing else mattered. The franchise has always been rightly held up as an example of unbridled creativity and auteur sensibility within the games industry – following the release of Metal Gear Solid V in 2015 however, Kojima left Konami under less than ideal circumstances. Rumors swirled regarding creative disputes and budgetary constraints – and following a poorly received Kojima-less spinoff in 2018, Metal Gear was put to bed.
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Rocko spotlight trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
For the latest Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 spotlight trailer, we have a look at Rocko from Rocko’s Modern Life.
One of his big mechanics is Spunky, who can be called out with his neutral special to chase after opponents. He can also make use of a jackhammer (which can be used in combination with Spunky), the Suck-O-Matic, Conglom-O Rocket (mostly for recovery), pogo stick, and bowling ball. Rocko’s range is shorter than most other characters in the game, but has a strong combo game and versatile moveset.
Yes, Kevin Afghani seems to be the new Wario voice actor
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Kevin Afghani was recently confirmed as the voice of Mario and Luigi, and unsurprisingly, it looks like he was cast as the actor for Wario as well.
That news comes from the credits in WarioWare: Move It, which has the character having new voice lines since Charles Martinet retired from the role. Afghani is listed as the game’s principle performer. Given how it was already announced that he’s the new voice actor for Mario and Luigi, the news about Wario doesn’t come as much of a surprise.
More: WarioWare: Move It
AEW: Fight Forever update out now (version 1.07), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
AEW: Fight Forever dropped its latest update today in the form of version 1.07. Patch notes are available.
A few additions are included here such as the “Add Released Teams” feature in the Custom Team menu and a menu to customize materials for CAW parts. Aside from DLC minigames, all minigames are also now unlocked from the start. Balance adjustments have been implemented alongside a ton of fixes, including some specifically for Switch.
Here’s the full rundown:
More: AEW: Fight Forever, THQ Nordic, title update, Yukes
WarioWare: Move It reviews roundup
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Another Nintendo-published game is just on the horizon with WarioWare: Move It, and the first reviews are starting to appear.
This is the second major WarioWare title on Switch following Get It Together in 2021. This time around, the emphasis is on motion-based microgames – over 200 are included – with ones that include chopping bamboo, breaking out of jail, returning a curtsey, and more. It features a Story Mode in which you look to escape the Woods Watchers and a Party Mode supporting up to four players.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 6 gameplay
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We have a little bit of gameplay highlights the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 6 DLC with footage giving another glimpse at all of the tracks.
Remember that Wii Daisy Circuit, Wii Rainbow Road, Tour Madrid Drive, GCK DK Mountain, Piranha Plant Cove, SNES Bowser Castle 3, Tour Rome Avanti, and 3DS Rosalina’s Ice World are the new tracks. Funky Kong from Mario Kart Wii along with Pauline and Peachette from Mario Kart Tour are planned as new characters. Everything you need to know can be found here.
More: DLC, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Hammerwatch II release date set for December
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The Switch version of Hammerwatch II now has a release date. Today, publisher Modus Games and developer Crackshell confirmed its availability for December 12, 2023.
On the same day, fans will be able to pick up a a remastered version of the original Hammerwatch game, as well as a special digital bundle and physical edition, Hammerwatch II: The Chronicles Edition. The boxed copy includes both Hammerwatch titles plus additional character color palettes, facial items, and the character voice pack.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 6 out next week, tracks revealed, new trailer
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Nintendo has provided the full rundown on the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 6, including the release date and full lineup of tracks.
Wii Daisy Circuit was previously announced in a Nintendo Direct. On top of that, the latest wave includes Wii Rainbow Road, Tour Madrid Drive, GCK DK Mountain, Piranha Plant Cove, SNES Bowser Castle 3, Tour Rome Avanti, and 3DS Rosalina’s Ice World. Also don’t forget that Funky Kong from Mario Kart Wii plus Pauline and Peachette from Mario Kart Tour will be added as new characters.
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Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley, story-rich musical adventure game, coming to Switch
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley will be released on Switch, publisher Raw Fury and developer Hyper Games announced today. It will launch in Q1 2024.
Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley is a story-rich musical adventure game about restoring harmony and balance to Moominvalley. For further details, check out the following overview:
