Nintendo hosting 2017 Summer of Play tour in the US
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch | 4 Comments
Nintendo has announced the 2017 Summer of Play tour for its fanbase in the United States. Various activities are being planned for these events.
Along with playable games, attendees will be able to try out the New 2DS XL. There will also be various activities such as a photo opportunity “in front of the colorful visuals full of recognizable Nintendo characters like Mario and the Inklings from the Splatoon series”. Those who pre-order select games at participating GameStop locations near the tour stops will receive a Nintendo branded PopSocket mobile accessory device while supplies last. Also, My Nintendo members who check in with their QR Code will be given a free gift item while supplies last.
Below is the lineup of playable Switch games:
Famitsu review scores (5/23/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 1 Comment
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Tekken 7 (PS4 / XBO) – 9/9/9/9
Death Mark (PS Vita) – 8/8/8/7
Tsukitomo. Tsukiuita. 12 Memories (PS Vita) – 7/7/7/8
Doukutsujima (3DS) – 6/8/7/7
Mini-Golf Resort (3DS) – 4/6/6/4
Galaxy Blaster (3DS) – 4/3/4/3
Read more at http://gematsu.com/2017/05/famitsu-review-scores-issue-1486#eqIplfxlKtfEeDrB.99
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ACA NeoGeo The King of Fighters ’99 out on Switch this week
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 1 Comment
Hamster is keeping up with its NeoGeo releases on Switch this week with yet another title. On Thursday, The King of Fighters ’99 will be available, according to Nintendo of Europe’s website.
Here’s an overview:
“THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’99 is a fighting game released by SNK in 1999 in Japan.
This entry in this series marks the beginning of the NESTS chapter of the KOF story, and focuses on the new character K’ instead of Kyo Kusanagi.
This entry introduces a new Striker Match mode, adding an even more strategic element to the classic KOF game system.”
While The King of Fighters ’99 hasn’t been officially announced for all territories, NeoGeo games tend to launch at the same time around the world. That should happen with this title as well.
More: Arcade Archives, Hamster
Portal Knights trailer
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
505 Games readied a new trailer for the sandbox action RPG Portal Knights. Take a look at the video below.
Portal Knights is coming to Switch, but we don’t have a release date as of yet. We’ll give you a heads up when that changes.
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Designer gives a look at early Sonic the Hedgehog 2 map sketches
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
Earlier today, brand new images emerged showing map sketches from Sonic the Hedgehog 2. These were shown by Hirokazu Yasuhara, who worked on the game as a planner.
You can see the images for yourself below. One map is particularly noteworthy, as it shows the cut Genocide City level which never made it into the final game.
More: SEGA, Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Astro Duel Deluxe file size
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Next week, the Switch eShop is adding another game with Astro Duel Deluxe from Panic Button. Keep in mind that the download takes up 278MB of space. It launches on May 30.
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The Girl and the Robot file size
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
The Girl and the Robot finally graces Wii U this week. On Thursday, the game launches in North America. Note that the eShop download is 1872MB.
Some My Nintendo members receiving survey with 30 Platinum Points
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 23 Comments
Select My Nintendo members are starting to receive a message in their inbox about an opportunity to take a survey. Upon completion, you’ll be awarded 30 Platinum Points. The survey will be around until September 6.
Just to reiterate, it’s not going out to everyone. It is being sent to members in both North America and Europe (thanks LordofGamez)
More: My Nintendo
Ultra Street Fighter II graphical style video comparisons (HD vs. classic)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 4 Comments
Update: Added in more comparison videos below.
Ultra Street Fighter II features two graphical styles in one that players can choose from. In the video below, Nintendo World Report compares the two with Guile’s stage.
Ackk Studios once again says Chromophore: The Two Brothers Director’s Cut is still happening
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
AckkStudios has long been working on a couple of projects for Wii U. The first, YIIK, is starting to near the end of development and is also now on the way to Switch. The other is Chromophore: The Two Brothers Director’s Cut.
In February, AckkStudios said that Chromophore: The Two Brothers Director’s Cut is still happening. Nothing has changed since then, as the game is in the pipeline. It will receive the studio’s full attention once YIIK is fully complete. Of course, it remains to be seen where it’ll end up – likely Switch at the very least.
