Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 1 Comment

Despite it only being a demo, a new update is going out for the ARMS Global Testpunch. Nintendo is now distributing version 1.1.0.

According to the official Twitter page, the update paves the way for the new content being added to the ARMS Global Testpunch this weekend. Players will be able to play in Hoops and Skillshot, as well as the new Ramen Bowl stage.

Thanks to Cameron for the tip.

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Ripstone hosted a live stream on Twitch earlier today covering the announcement of Ironcast on Switch. If you missed it, you can watch the full thing below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 5 Comments

Capcom is hosting a big sale on the North American Wii U and 3DS eShops. Various games across the two stores have been discounted by up to 75 percent off. Monster Hunter, Ace Attorney, and Resident Evil are among the franchises included.

Here’s the full rundown of discounts:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 3 Comments

It won’t be much longer until Plantera DX hits the Switch eShop – at least in Japan. A listing added to the store today confirms a release date of June 8. The game will cost 500 yen.

We have these screenshots from the listing:

We reviewed Plantera when it came to Wii U and 3DS earlier in the year. The Switch version features new content including additional animals and characters, improved visuals and new music.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Random, Switch, Videos | 37 Comments

The Switch durability tests aren’t finished just yet. UnlockRiver shared a new one today, which has the system being dropped from a ridiculous 1,000 feet.

Believe it or not, the Switch unit did survive. One of the Joy-Con controllers broke off, but it’s easily replaceable. The unit as a whole still worked amazingly enough.

Here’s the full video from UnlockRiver:

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch | 5 Comments

Just like in previous years, Twitch will be live streaming several days of Twitch coverage. The specific time slots are still being filled in, but we have an overall idea of the schedule.

Of course, you’ll be able to watch the Nintendo Spotlight video presentation on June 13. Additionally, Nintendo will be stopping by later that day as well as on June 15 to showcase upcoming titles on Twitch’s stage show.

Twitch is also teasing exclusive news from Nicalis on June 11. It’s not clear if the reveal will be Nintendo-related, but we do know that the company has been giving Switch a lot of love as of late.

In any case, Twitch’s live stream schedule for E3 2017 is as follows:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 11 Comments

Update: More videos added in below.

Original: Now that it has officially launched in Japan, more Seiken Densetsu Collection footage is popping up. A new video showing off the menu and music test can be found below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments

Collavier is preparing Physical Contact: Speed for worldwide release on the Switch eShop. A release date has yet to be finalized, but we do know that the card game will cost $4.99 / €4.99.

Access the Physical Contact: Speed site here. We’ve included an overview from the page below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 1 Comment

Ripstone is putting Dreadbit’s Ironcast on Switch, the company announced today. This will be Ripstone’s debut title on Nintendo’s new console following several Wii U eShop games.

Ironcast is said to be “a turn-based strategy game set in an alternative Victorian history, with roguelike elements and a steampunk twist.” Players control a “7 meter tall walking Ironcast to defend 1880’s Victorian England from an invading force of enemy Ironcast.” Switch’s HD Rumble will be supported along with touchscreen use during portable play.

You’ll be able to play Ironcast on Switch this summer. View a trailer for Ironcast below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in New Nintendo 3DS, News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

It’s been a long time coming, but Runbow Pocket has a release date – and it’s due out very soon. The game is heading to 3DS on June 20. In North America, Runbow Pocket will be sold at retail and digitally while in Europe it will be an eShop-only title.

Here’s a trailer:

As for why Runbow Pocket took so long, 13AM Games’ Alex Rushdy explained:

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