Latest Switch eShop discounts in North America, Ace Attorney titles for 3DS on sale
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop | 3 Comments
Some new sales went live on the North American Switch and 3DS eShops this week. On Switch, Perception has been discounted for the first time, and there are some other decent offers as well. For 3DS specifically we’re highlighting the fact that all of the Ace Attorney games are on sale, including Apollo Justice.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Celeste has sold the most on Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 33 Comments
Celeste is off to a very good start on Switch. The game has sold the most on Nintendo’s console, according to creator Matt Thorson.
Thorson told Destructoid in a new interview:
“The Switch version of Celeste has sold the most, and that’s what we were expecting. We feel like Celeste and the Switch are a perfect fit for each other. We are glad we launched on all consoles though, and we really appreciate the support we’ve seen across the board.”
Thorson hasn’t divulged any specific sales figures for Celeste. But as we’ve seen, it’s topping the Switch eShop charts.
More: Celeste, interview, Matt Makes Games, Matt Thorson
Amazon: Save $11.33 on Super Mario Odyssey
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Super Mario Odyssey has received one of its first discounts. Over on Amazon, the game is down to $48.66. Buying the game would save you $11.33 (19%). If interested, you can place an order here.
Fire Emblem Heroes – Grand Hero Battle with Valter returns, anniversary illustrations
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Did you miss the Grand Hero Battle with Valter in Fire Emblem Heroes originally? If so, you’ll be happy to hear that it’s back. Grand Hero Valter: Dark Moonstone is waiting again in Special Maps. Even players who cleared this previously can take on limited-time special quests to earn rewards.
In other news, Nintendo has shared some celebratory illustrations various illustrators to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Fire Emblem Heroes. You can view them below.
Minecraft: New 3DS Edition patch notes (version 1.3.12)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in New Nintendo 3DS, News | 3 Comments
Minecraft: New 3DS Edition was updated earlier in the week. Currently, the game sits at version 1.3.12.
Mojang was a bit vague about what’s included in the update, but we now have a better idea about the additions and improvements thanks to some patch notes. You can read them in full below.
9 minutes of Bayonetta 2 Switch footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 15 Comments
We have another round of footage showing Bayonetta 2 on Switch – 9 minutes specifically. Check out the gameplay below.
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Nekopara will have some new elements on Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 4 Comments
Nekopara was announced for Switch at the Taipei Game Show last weekend. Neko Works has since shared the news officially, and provided a couple of extra tidbits of information.
When Nekopara lands on Switch, some new elements will be included. The team is preparing a new theme song, more CG, and new episodes. Also teased are other extras that we’ll be hearing about later.
Nekopara will release in Japan in Q3 2018.
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Video: Nintendo Australia shares helpful Xenoblade Chronicles 2 tips for beginners
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 5 Comments
A new video from Nintendo Australia provides some helpful tips for those who may just be starting out in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Have a look at it below.
Thinking about setting off on a grand adventure in #XenobladeChronicles2 on #NintendoSwitch?
We can show you a thing or three with our 'Helpful Hints for Beginners' video! pic.twitter.com/s7xSsI0wWz
— Nintendo AU NZ (@NintendoAUNZ) February 2, 2018
New Switch pre-loads in North America: Owlboy, Bayonetta 1 and 2, more; Owlboy icon will be changed
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News | 3 Comments
A bunch of different games can now be pre-loaded on the North American Switch eShop. These include:
– Owlboy
– Bayonetta
– Bayonetta 2
– Mercenaries Saga Chronicles
– TorqueL: Physics Modified Edition
– Typoman
Kimishima on supporting Switch in the long term, eventual retirement, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 9 Comments
This week, Japanese publication Nikkei conducted an interview with Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima. The two sides discussed a number of different topics.
One of the first things discussed is how Nintendo is looking to support Switch in the long term. “We want to continue selling this console for more than 5-6 years (the usual lifetime for a new game console),” Kimishima said. By expanding sales with continuing to provide new ways to play in the second year and beyond, they could see Switch exceeding Wii which sold 100 million units in six years.
