Tales of Graces f Remastered trailer introduces Sophie
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Another character trailer is in for Tales of Graces f Remastered, this time for Sophie.
Sophie gets involved early on in the story, but is found with no memories. Asbel ends up naming her after one of the flowers on Lhant Hill.
Former PlayStation exec: Nintendo left the company “standing at the altar” with SNES add-on, courted Square with whiskey to get Final Fantasy 7 off N64
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
If there’s one prominent thing we know about the history of gaming, it’s the partnership that nearly happened between Nintendo and Sony for a SNES add-on capable of playing Super Discs, a type of CD-ROM. Despite the two sides coming extremely close to an agreement, Nintendo pulled out at the last second. Sony would then go on to form its PlayStation brand while Nintendo teamed up with Philips for a short period.
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden reflected on that bit of history in a recent interview. He said that Ken Kutaragi, who was an engineer and later became Sony Interactive Entertainment CEO, was left “proverbially standing at the altar” due to Nintendo’s decision.
More: Final Fantasy VII, interview, top
Umurangi Generation Nintendo Switch physical release revealed
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Serenity Forge is readying a special physical release of Umurangi Generation on Nintendo Switch, the company revealed today.
Fans will be able to pick up the game as part of a “Deluxe Kit”. Copies include the game, a camera strap, an acrylic standee, a set of clear character cards, a microfiber cloth, and a paper photo bounty.
Hand-drawn adventure game Universe for Sale announced for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Universe for Sale is reaching new platforms including Nintendo Switch, publisher Akupara Games and developer Tmesis Studio announced today. A release is planned for December 19, 2024.
Universe for Sale is a hand-drawn adventure game. It takes place on Jupiter’s dense clouds, where sapient orangutans work as dockhands and mysterious cultists strip bones for enlightenment.
Minecraft 1.21.50 update out now, patch notes
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Minecraft is back with a big update via version 1.21.50. This is also known as “The Garden Awakens”.
The update is highlighted by the Garden Awakens, which brings along the Pale Garden Biome and the Creaking mob. A ton of fixes are also included.
The full rundown of the update is as follows:
More: Minecraft, Mojang, title update, Xbox Game Studios
Victory Heat Rally confirms Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Just days before its digital debut on Nintendo Switch, a physical release for Victory Heat Rally has been confirmed. Limited Run Games will be handling this one.
Only a standard version is planned at this time. However, fans can opt to purchase a bundle that includes the game’s official soundtrack.
Mark of the Deep launches in January, new trailer
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Mark of the Deep has a release date – kind of. We now have confirmation that the game is launching on Nintendo Switch in January, but specific timing will follow later.
Mark of the Deep, a pirate-themed Soulslike with Metroidvania elements, was previously announced in June. The game was originally slated for this year, so it’s been delayed – albeit just slightly.
More: Light Up Games, Mad Mimic, Mark of the Deep
My Nintendo adds Super Mario Party Jamboree party coasters
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
There’s another physical reward on My Nintendo in North America, this time for Super Mario Party Jamboree. Members can get their hands on a set of party coasters.
You’ll get eight different coasters here. Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Bowser, Princess Daisy and Waluigi, Yoshi, Toad, and Kamek are on the designs. Each coaster is 4 and waterproof, so you can use them repeatedly in the future. The material is comprised of coated paperboard.
Firaxis surprised by the success of Civilization 6 on Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Firaxis Games executive producer Dennis Shirk has discussed the success of Civilization 6 on Nintendo Switch, which the team was surprised by.
Shirk said in an interview that the team “hadn’t expected Switch to be a huge thing.” And after seeing PC players wanting to have the game on the go, Firaxis wanted to ensure that with Civilization 7, players could transfer save data between platforms.
More: 2K Games, Civilization VI, Civilization VII, Firaxis
Video: European eShop highlights – November 2024
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from November 2024. Some of the highlighted titles include Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Stray, LEGO Horizon Adventures, and more.
Here’s the new video:
