GameStop has the SNES Classic Edition in stock yet again
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
In what is becoming an almost weekly restock at this point, GameStop has the SNES Classic Edition in stock again. You can order a system here. Fortunately, this has been much easier to secure compared to the NES Classic, which will be offered again at some point this year.
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Buy Kirby Star Allies at Target, get a cinch sack
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A preview for next week’s Target ad has come online. In it, a purchasing bonus is revealed for Kirby Star Allies.
Those who buy the Switch game at Target will receive a cinch sack. This is pictured in the image above. Note that quantities will be “limited”.
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New photos of the Detective Pikachu amiibo
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images | 0 comments
Thanks to IGN, we have a new look at the Detective Pikachu amiibo. You can view a few photos below, including a few comparisons to the original Pikachu figure.
The Detective Pikachu amiibo is significantly larger at nearly twice the size. In the actual game, it can immediately unlock cutscenes which reveal “a combination of hilarious content that might also provide a hint.”
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Chicken Wiggle Workshop Kickstarter campaign now live
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Atooi has opened its Kickstarter for Chicken Wiggle Workshop, a port of the 3DS platformer with new HD artwork. You can access the campaign here. The target goal is $30,000.
Here are a few comparisons showing how the new art stacks up to the pixel style on 3DS:
For those who prefer the pixel look, don’t worry: an option will be included so that players can toggle between the two styles. It’s also worth noting that a planned stretch goal will include an overhauled soundtrack that features music from Grant Kirkhope.
Chicken Wiggle Workshop has until April 5 to reach its goal.
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Gekido Kintaro’s Revenge launches for Switch on March 22
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Naps Team has set a release date for Gekido Kintaro’s Revenge on Switch. The game is slated for March 8, with eShop pre-orders opening on March 22.
Gekido Kintaro’s Revenge originally released for the Game Boy Advance. The beat ’em up features features two-player co-op, a new “Relic Hunter” mode, and more on Switch.
The Adventure Pals developer diary
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Armor Games Studios and Massive Monster have prepared a new developer diary for The Adventure Pals, an action-packed co-op platformer due out on Switch this spring. It’s narrated by artist Julian Wilton and offers a brief, humorous recap of the project including talk about the four design pillars for the game, how the team came together, transitioning from flash games to a multiplatform release on consoles, and how they came to work with Armor Games. Check out the video below.
Framed Collection announced for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Framed and Framed 2 are on the way as Framed Collection, Loveshack Entertainment and Surprise Attack Games have announced. A release is planned for this spring.
Both games offer “a fusion of unique game mechanics and clever narrative puzzles in a noir tale of stylish heists, fast getaways and nail-biting escapades”. The game involves “rearranging the panels of an animated comic book to alter the order of events and change the outcome from disaster to success.”
We have more information and a trailer for Framed Collection below.
Bombslinger coming to Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Bombslinger is heading to Switch, a listing on the Switch eShop reveals. The game can actually be pre-loaded right now in Europe – North America should follow soon.
Plug in Digital will publish Bombslinger, which is most comparable to Bomberman. The game has a single-player campaign with procedurally generated levels as well as support for four-player multiplayer.
Bombslinger is currently on track for April 11. We have more details and a trailer below.
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Switch maintenance planned for tonight / tomorrow
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo conducted a bunch of maintenance yesterday to add in support for using My Nintendo Gold Points on digital Switch purchases. Maintenance for the week isn’t finished though, as a new session has been added in for tonight / tomorrow.
Switch will be impacted at the following times:
– 9 PM PT (March 6) – 11 PM PT (March 6)
– 12 AM (March 7) – 2 AM ET (March 7)
– 5 AM in the UK (March 7) – 7 AM ET (March 7)
– 6 AM in Europe (March 7) – 8 AM ET (March 7)
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New Raging Justice “Bats, Shotguns and Bears!” trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Team17 has sent out a new video for the Switch brawler Raging Justice. We have the “Bats, Shotguns and Bears!” trailer below.
