Retro City Rampage DX, Phantom Trigger release dates shifted on the European Switch eShop
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Two games on the European Switch originally listed for this week have since had their release dates updates.
First up, Retro City Rampage DX received a new release date of August 3. Vblank originally hoped to have the game ready on Thursday, but had also mentioned that next week was a possibility.
Phantom Trigger never had an officially-announced release date, so the change here isn’t surprising. It’s now listed as “TBD”.
Source: Switch eShop
Dragon Quest XI devs on 3DS version’s creation, surprises and homages, no DLC, much more
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With Dragon Quest XI’s release just on the horizon, Japanese magazines are publishing big features about the game this week. That includes Dengeki PlayStation, who has an interview with series creator Yuji Horii, producer Yosuke Saito, and director Takeshi Uchikawa.
All three developers shared a ton about Dragon Quest XI. They talked about creating the 3DS version, teased surprises, talked about homages, and confirmed no plans for DLC. Find everything rounded up below, courtesy of Siliconera.
Pokemon Shuffle surpasses 6.5 million downloads on 3DS
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Pokemon Shuffle has reached a new milestone. Specifically on 3DS, the game has been downloaded over 6.5 million times. The news is being celebrated with 30 hearts, 10,000 coins, and a Shiny Tyranitar for players.
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Battle Chasers: Nightwar playable for the first time on Switch at Gamescom 2017
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THQ Nordic is bringing a number of titles to Gamescom 2017 next month. Among these will be Battle Chasers: Nightwar, which we hear will be playable for the first time on Switch.
THQ Nordic will also be announcing a new IP and “a new installment of a well-known, mysterious and horrific IP.” It’s unclear if these two games will be on Switch, however.
Gamescom 2017 will take place between August 22 and August 26 in Cologne, Germany.
Source: THQ Nordic PR
Square Enix on the lack of voice acting in Dragon Quest XI
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Dragon Quest XI doesn’t feature any sort of voice acting. In the latest issue of Famitsu, the RPG’s developers explain why, as translated by Siliconera.
Square Enix gave much thought to the possibility of including voice acting in Dragon Quest XI. In fact, it was something that the staff had big debates about. Ultimately, the team decided to preserve the style Dragon Quest is known for.
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Hey! Pikmin launch trailer
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Nintendo has published the launch trailer for Hey! Pikmin ahead of its release on Friday. Take a look at the video below.
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Ironcast lined up for August 10 release on Switch
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Ironcast is releasing for Switch on August 10, developer Dreadbit and Ripstone Publishing announced today. The game will be priced at £12.99 / $12.99 / €14.99.
Ironcast on Switch is the complete Ironcast collection and includes all available Commanders and Mechs. It can be played with the console docked, in tabletop mode with the Pro Controller, and on the go in handheld mode using either the Joy-Con controllers or by using the touch screen functionality. HD Rumble support is also in.
Here’s an overview of Ironcast:
Minecraft maintenance taking place tonight, Switch / Wii U / 3DS tomorrow
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More maintenance has been added to this week’s schedule. Minecraft will first be down tonight for a couple of hours while the new update is added. Switch / Wii U / 3DS will also be impacted by maintenance tomorrow.
The full schedule is as follows:
Minecraft (Switch / Wii U)
– 6 PM PT (July 25) – 8:30 PM PT (July 25)
– 9 PM PT (July 25) – 11:30 PM PT (July 25)
– 2 AM in the UK (July 26) – 4:30 AM in the UK (July 26)
– 3 AM in Europe (July 26) – 5:30 AM in Europe (July 26)
Switch / Wii U / 3DS (online play, rankings, etc.)
– 9 PM PT (July 27) – 2 AM PT (July 28)
– 12 AM ET (July 28) – 5 AM ET (July 28)
– 5 AM in the UK (July 28) – 10 AM in the UK (July 28)
– 6 AM in Europe (July 28) – 11 AM in Europe (July 28)
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Lost Sphear launches January 23 in North America and Europe
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Square Enix announced today that Japan is getting Lost Sphear on October 12. The western release is following later, though the wait won’t be terribly long.
Lost Sphear is set to launch in North America and Europe on January 23, 2018. An exclusive physical version will be sold through the Suqare Enix Online Store. By pre-ordering, you’ll receive two music tracks as a gift.
Source: Square Enix PR
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Penguin Wars remake announced for Switch
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Penguin Wars was originally made as an arcade title in 1985 before reaching additional platforms, including Game Boy. A remake of the title is now in development for Switch, according to the latest issue of Famitsu.
Penguin Wars has two players facing off against each other. Both participants start out with five balls on their side of the table. Ultimately, all ten balls need to end up on one side of the table to declare a winner.
