Satoru Iwata’s “directly to you” pose inspired a Gravity Rush 2 design element
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Random, Switch | 0 comments
Gravity Rush concept artist Takeshi Oga recently attended an event where illustrators and concept artists discussed their work. As part of this, Oga revealed that he actually took some inspiration from late Nintendo president Satoru Iwata’s “directly to you” pose, which was often demonstrated during Nintendo Directs. This ended up having an influence on a design element in the PlayStation 4 game Gravity Rush 2.
Here’s what Oga shared:
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North American Mario Tennis Aces, Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition, Sushi Striker release dates possibly leaked
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A few hours ago, news unexpectedly leaked concerning today’s Nintendo Direct. A Japanese retailer outed a Switch version of Sushi Striker and leaked a few release dates, including Mario Tennis Aces.
We may have some news pertaining to North America now as well. US-1 America, a video games distributor, has listed potential release dates for a trio of titles.
Kona confirmed for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Last year, Parabole showed interest in bringing Kona to Switch. It seems that the team has now finally made that happen.
Over on the Switch news section, Kona now has its own channel. There’s nothing present currently, but it should be updated in the future. Meanwhile, Kona was also listed in the official European Nintendo Download press release for… tomorrow. This could be another title that just shows up out of nowhere.
Here’s some information about Kona, along with a trailer:
More: Koch Media, Kona, Parabole
Pokemon’s Lapras getting a $750 plush toy
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Random | 0 comments
Bandai intends to sell a massive plush toy based on Lapras from Pokemon. Despite the high price tag of 79,400 yen ($750), pre-orders have already sold out.
The plush toy is going by the name “A Lapras You’ll Definitely Want To Ride.” It comes in at over six and a half feet and a height of nearly four feet.
We have a few photos below:
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Super Chariot launches in May – physical version in Europe / Australia, demo soon
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Microids and Frima shared new information about the Switch title Super Chariot today. The news is highlighted by a launch month: May 2018.
Super Chariot will be sold physically, though only in Europe and Australia. It’ll include the game, the Royal Gadget Pack DLC, and the original downloadable soundtrack.
More: Frima, Microids, Super Chariot
Lots of maintenance planned for tonight: Pokemon 3DS games, Splatoon 1, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
Nintendo has updated its maintenance schedule once again, showing that a bunch of additional maintenance is planned for tonight. Sessions are planned for Pokemon Sun/Moon/Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon, the first Splatoon, and more.
Here’s the full schedule:
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Another Sight announced for 2018 release on Switch
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Lunar Great Wall Studios has announced Another Sight, a surreal dreamscape fantasy game. The project is currently in development for Switch and other platforms.
Another Sight should be out sometime this year. We’ve posted more information and a trailer below.
Holy Potatoes! games on the way to Switch
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Rising Star Games has signed a partnership agreement with Daylight Studios to publish the first three titles in the Holy Potatoes! series on consoles this year. Three games are on the way, and they’ll all be released on Switch.
First up is Holy Potatoes! A Weapon Shop?! due out this spring. Holy Potatoes! We’re in Space?! follows in the summer, and Holy Potatoes! What the Hell?! is due out this fall. All three games will have an overhauled user-interface, and overhauled controls for consoles.
We have more details about these trio of titles below, along with trailers.
Nintendo Download (3/8/18, Europe) – Bleed 2, Flinthook, Steredenn, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Scribblenauts Showdown – €39.99 (available March 9)
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Sparkle 3 Genesis hitting the Switch eShop on March 15
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Forever Entertainment has another title lined up for Switch. As shown on the European Switch eShop, Sparkle 3 Genesis is slated for March 15.
Here’s some information and a trailer for the title:
