Rime update out on February 19 (version 1.0.2) – improved visuals, resolution, frame rate, more
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Update (2/19): Rime version 1.0.2 is out now.
Original (2/16): Rime’s big Switch update has been approved, and it’s arriving in just a few days. Grey Box announced today that the patch will land on February 19.
While “volume streaming hiccups” couldn’t be addressed, significant improvements have been made across the board with the game’s visuals and performance, “especially in handheld mode.” Rime on Switch will feature an enhanced resolution, more stable frame rate, and much more.
Here’s the full message from Grey Box about Rime on Switch, including an offer for a small Dreadnought PC bundle, full patch notes, and comparisons.
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First Scribblenauts Showdown footage
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GameSpot has a look at Scribblenauts Showdown on Switch with the first actual gameplay. Check out the video below for footage.
Nintendo on valuing AAA and indie games as equals
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Japanese outlet Entertainment Station published two new interviews with Yusuke Soejima and Park Masashi who lead the way on Nintendo’s indie efforts in Japan. When asked about the difference between indie games and conventional titles and how they’re recognized, Masashi stated that they’re viewed equally.
Masashi told Entertainment Station (via Fukuzatsu):
More: interview, Park Masashi, Yusuke Soejima
Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 boxart
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Capcom has revealed the boxart for Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 on Switch. Take a look at it above.
To reiterate what was mentioned in our previous post, only Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 will be offered as a cartridge. The second collection is a digital download.
Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 will cost $39.99 at retail and comes with an exclusive Mega Man 30th Anniversary cleaning cloth. Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 and 2 will cost $14.99 and $19.99 on the eShop respectively.
Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 launches May 22 for Switch
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Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 is releasing for Switch on May 22, Capcom has announced. A total of ten classic games are included.
Here’s a full rundown as to what you can expect:
Spiral Splatter heading soon to Switch
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According to a listing on Keymailer, Spiral Splatter is due out soon on Switch. The website lists it for a March 13 release.
Described as “a brain-bending arcade puzzle game that will push your hand-eye coordination to the limit with nonstop, mind-boggling puzzles”, Spiral Splatter features over 100 levels, 11 unique stages with a new challenge in each one, and more. We have some additional details and a trailer below.
More: Neonchimp Games, Sometimes You
Varion slated for Switch this spring
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Rundisc has confirmed that Varian, a new futuristic brawler, is in the works for Switch. We’ll be seeing it on the eShop this summer.
Varion involves bouncing shots to destroy opponents. If you hit an opponent directly, they’ll only be stunned. Ammo is limited, and if you want to reload, you’ll need to move around the field.
Continue on below for further details and a trailer for Varion.
Splatoon European Championship to be held on March 31, will feature Off the Hook virtual concert
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A number of Splatoon 2 competitions have been taking place over the past few months to determine local champions from some of Europe’s key regions. These winners will now be battling it out at Polymanga’s grand stage in Switzerland to determine the Splatoon European Championship on March 31.
Also at the event, a special virtual concert will be held featuring Pearl and Marina from Off the Hook. They’ll be appearing onstage “to sing along to a series of tracks and perform their slickest choreographed moves, all accompanied by a live band.” This will take place before the Splatoon European Championship.
Nintendo will be sharing more information about the Splatoon European Championship leading up to the event.
Source: Nintendo PR
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FIFA 18 Switch sales increase 494% in the UK thanks to a price cut, Bayonetta 2 physical Switch sales lower than Wii U
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The latest UK sales were reported earlier today. Following up on the initial news, we have some extra tidbits about FIFA 18 and Bayonetta 2 on Switch.
Regarding FIFA 18, sales saw a massive spike of 494% with physical sales. The reason? A heavy price cut. FIFA 18 was reduced to under £30 in the UK.
As for Bayonetta 2, we’re hearing that the game sold fewer physical copies at launch compared to Wii U. While it did place higher at #5 this week, it did so with a lower amount of units sold. However, one thing to note is that digital sales from the eShop are not included.
More: Bayonetta 2, Chart-Track, EA, FIFA 18, PlatinumGames, sales, UK
First screenshots of Shoto Todoroki, Ochaco Uraraka, and Tenya Iida in My Hero Academia: One’s Justice
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Originally announced in V Jump a few days ago, Shoto Todoroki, Ochaco Uraraka, and Tenya Iida are all confirmed for My Hero Academia: One’s Justice. Bandai Namco has now made the news official.
We have screenshots for the three characters below. Information about each one is also included after the break.
