Pokemon Pokopia was initially a Nintendo Switch 1 game
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New development information has come to light about Pokemon Pokopia, revealing that it was originally envisioned as a Nintendo Switch 1 game. Just like we’ve seen from other Pokemon leaks over the past few days, the details are coming from the Game Freak “Teraleak”.
The project first began in 2021 with the codename Oasis. At this point, Pokemon Pokopia was slated for Nintendo Switch 1. However, this isn’t the only piece of interesting information about the game’s history.
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Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus details its new Nintendo Switch physical release, including collector’s edition
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It’s been over a year since we heard about the new Nintendo Switch physical release for Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus, but Limited Run Games has finally followed up with details. Remember that this has all of the data on a 32GB cartridge.
The company is planning a standard version, Steelbook Edition, and Collector’s Edition. With the Steelbook Edition, you’ll get the game, a steelbook, and slipcase. The collector’s edition has these same items plus the original soundtrack, USB floppy drive, BJ Blaskowicz and Supersoldat action figures, star card set, and replica album covers.
Video: Pokemon Legends: Z-A Nintendo Switch 2 vs. Switch 1 comparison
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Switch 2, Videos | 0 comments
A handy graphics comparison has come in for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch 1 versions of Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
It was previously mentioned that on Nintendo Switch 2, the game features improved performance, enhanced resolution, and a smoother frame rate. However, there’s a bit more to things than that.
More: Game Freak, Pokemon Legends Z-A
Leaked documents detail why Junichi Masuda is no longer directing Pokemon games
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
As more information comes online through a previous Game Freak hack, we now have insight into some behind-the-scenes happenings at the studio, including why Junichi Masuda is no longer directing Pokemon games.
You may recall that in 2018, Masuda indicated he was pretty much done with the role following Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu and Eevee. That has largely been the case – with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl as exceptions.
More: Game Freak, Pokemon, top
Pokemon Legends: Z-A reviews roundup
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo is just a couple of days away from publishing Pokemon Legends: Z-A on Switch 2 and Switch, but before that happens, first reviews are starting to arrive. We have a roundup of some early verdicts.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A is the second “Legends” game following Arceus in 2022. Rather than going back in time in the Hisui region, we’re instead revisiting the modern day era of Lumiose City, which was previously featured in Pokemon X and Y. Various features are included such as Trainers and their Pokemon both moving around in real-time battles, new Mega Evolutions, Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokemon, the he Z-A Royale competition, and multiplayer battles.
Octopath Traveler 0 details Pardis III, companions, Monster Arena, Museum
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Square Enix is back with another round of details for Octopath Traveler 0, this time covering Pardis III – the tyrannical monarch plotting to seize control of Orsterra – plus companions who will stand against his ambitions alongside you, and a few of the unique and unusual facilities you can construct through Town Building.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Death By Scrolling confirmed for Nintendo Switch, from Monkey Island dev
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Today, MicroProse and Terrible Toybox confirmed that Death By Scrolling will be released on Nintendo Switch. Launch timing will be shared later.
Death By Scrolling is a vertically scrolling roguelike RPG. Ron Gilbert, who was behind Monkey Island and more, is leading development.
Learn more about the project via the following overview:
Assassin’s Creed Shadows looking like a lock for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: possible release date]
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October 10: Evidence continues to mount that Assassin’s Creed Shadows is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. A retailer listing has now listed the game, which is a strong sign that an announcement is on the way.
French retailer Auchan is now listing Assassin’s Creed Shadows for Nintendo Switch 2. The page even includes the boxart, shown above. Unsurprisingly, we’re looking at another game-key card here.
More: Assassin's Creed Shadows, top, Ubisoft
Hollow Knight: Silksong update 3 announced, patch notes
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Another new Hollow Knight: Silksong has been announced, which is version 1.0.28891. If you’re not already seeing it on Nintendo Switch 2 / Switch, it should be out soon.
A ton of different fixes are included here. On top of that, there are some slight adjustments.
The full rundown is as follows:
Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club launch trailer – new mystery adventure game for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
In celebration of Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club’s launch, a new trailer has arrived. GameMill is promoting the release of its mystery adventure game for Nintendo Switch.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:
