MythForce getting a physical release on Switch
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Limited Run Games is preparing a physical release for MythForce on Switch, the company has announced.
Two versions are planned. Alongside the regular standard edition, fans will also have the option to purchase a collector’s edition (officially known as the VHS Edition). The latter comes in a clamshell case and includes pins, stickers, a poster and the official soundtrack.
Switch update out now (version 16.1.0), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo is back with a new firmware update for Switch, and version 16.1.0 is starting to go live for all users.
We’re in the twilight stage of the system’s lifecycle, so it may not come as much of a surprise that no new functionality has been added. Once again, Nintendo is highlighting stability improvements.
Here’s the official rundown:
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Rumor: New details on cancelled Immortals Fenyx Rising follow-up
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 0 comments
A new report from Axios claims to have shed light on the cancelled Immortals Fenyx Rising follow-up with new details. This follows the news last month that Ubisoft had scrapped the project.
Here’s the full roundup of tidbits:
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Chants of Sennaar release date set for September, new trailer
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Original (4/19): Chants of Sennaar has secured a final release date. The puzzle adventure title is lined up for September 5, 2023, Focus Entertainment and Rundisc confirmed today.
Chants of Sennaar was first announced for Switch last April. We knew it was planned for 2023, but we didn’t have an exact date until below.
Sea of Stars confirmed for physical release on Switch
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A physical release of Sea of Stars is in the works for Switch, iam8bit and Sabotage Studio have revealed. A release is planned for early 2024 in both North America and Europe.
Sea of Stars will be making its digital debut in just over a week. Thankfully, fans are being given an early heads up that a physical version will be made available later on.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Cult of the Lamb reveals Don’t Starve Together crossover update
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Starting today, Cult of the Lamb players can access a special update featuring a crossover event with Don’t Starve Together.
One of the main attractions is a new Penitence mode, which has the Lamb needing to eat and sleep to survive, along with their followers. However, there’s a unique Webber follower form that will never die of starvation.
Here’s some additional information:
Charles Martinet not involved with Super Mario Bros. Wonder
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Charles Martinet is not involved with Super Mario Bros. Wonder, according to an official statement shared by Nintendo.
Earlier today, the company announced that Martinet is stepping back from voicing characters in its games. As part of that, he’ll now be a “Mario Ambassador”.
Thunder Ray, retro-like arcade boxing game, coming to Switch
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Purple Tree has announced a new project Thunder Ray, and we know it’ll be appearing on Switch. Currently it’s targeting a 2023 release.
Punch-Out!! has been missing in action for quite some time, but Thunder Ray could fill that void. It’s a retro-like arcade boxing game that promises a “modern twist”.
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Best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2023
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Circana has released a listing of the top ten best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of July 2023.
Pikmin 4, a new release for the month, managed to debut at #6. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom moves down from #4 the previous month to #7, but is still selling strong.
Here’s a look at the complete list of best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2023:
Charles Martinet named Mario Ambassador, stepping back from voice recording in Nintendo games
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Charles Martinet, the original voice of Mario in the video games, has been named Mario Ambassador by Nintendo – but it sounds like he won’t be the recording for the character going forward.
Nintendo said that Martinet will “continue to travel the world sharing the joy of Mario and interacting with you all”. However, the voice of the character will now go to someone else moving forward.
