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The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows:

Alina of the Arena release date

The Switch version of Alina of the Arena just received a final release date and is only a week away. Today, publisher Dangen Entertainment and developer Pinix Games confirmed that it will launch on November 16, 2023.

Alina of the Arena was previously announced for Switch in September. Dangen Entertainment said at the time that it would launch by the end of 2023.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update 3.0.0

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just received what should be its last major update with version 3.0.0

The update is highlighted by the final wave of Booster Course Pass tracks for Wave 6. The lineup includes 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. Funky Kong from Mario Kart Wii along with Pauline and Peachette from Mario Kart Tour are also here as new characters.

Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story gameplay

We have a closer look at the Switch version of Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story with new gameplay. A half hour of footage highlights the recently-released title.

A bunch of information about the game can be found in the following overview:

Train Traffic Manager

Baltoro Games has announced Train Traffic Manager as its latest Switch release, and it’s only a couple of weeks out. The title launches on November 24, 2023.

Train Traffic Manager lets players “experience the thrill of managing a bustling railway, where a moment’s hesitation can be the difference between smooth sailing and a full-blown train catastrophe.” Learn more about it in the following overview:

Beacon Pines physical

Limited Run Games has announced plans for a physical release of Beacon Pines, and it goes beyond just a standard copy.

While you’ll be able to pick up the game itself, a Deluxe Edition will also be available. It includes a number of extras – the official soundtrack, pins, stickers, and coloring sheets.

My Nintendo Detective Pikachu cup

Another physical reward is now up on My Nintendo, with the rewards site adding a Detective Pikachu cup sleeve. Right now it’s available for North American members.

There’s not too much to say about the sleeve – obviously it’s inspired by the Switch game. Nintendo says it fits fits 16, 20, and 24 oz cups. The size comes in at 5’’ x 4’’.

Dead by Daylight Chucky

A big collaboration has been unveiled for Dead by Daylight with Chucky set to enter the game.

Chucky, the infamous killer doll from the cult classic films as well as Universal Content Production’s hit series, will be the game’s newest Killer. This will go live with the Dead by Daylight: Chucky Chapter on November 28, 2023.

Here’s some additional information:

#Drive Rally

Pixel Perfect Dude today announced #Drive Rally, a new racing game for Switch. A release is planned for 2024.

#Drive Rally is said to let players “relive the 90s in the most exciting era in motorsport history, where dust, mud, and snow are badges of honor.” More information can be found in the following overview:

GigaBash Ultraman

Major DLC has just landed in GigaBash, with the game teaming up with the sci-fi media franchise Ultraman. 

By purchasing the DLC, you’ll gain access to four new characters. Ultraman, Ultraman Tiga, Alien Baltan, and Camearra are included in the pack. All of these characters offer unique movesets and iconic abilities as seen on screen.


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