Our Tears of the Kingdom impressions, E3 2023 cancelled, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 049
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in Podcast, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo revealed ten minutes of gameplay for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom last week, and while some fans were blown away by it, others were left a bit underwhelmed. In this week’s episode of Nintendo Everything Refresh, your hosts Nick, Nicolas and Tom will break down some of the major gameplay reveals and talk about what they still want to see before the game’s launch. Stick around for a conversation about the recent cancellation of E3, a new Dragon Quest game launching this fall, and more!
Our podcast is available on most major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, or you can check out the video version on YouTube.
[Review] Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key
Posted on 1 year ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: March 24, 2023
Developer: Gust
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
There’s no denying the staying power that the Atelier series has had since the 90s with its charismatic loveable characters and heartwarming stories and worlds. In 2019, however, the debut of Atelier Ryza brought a whole new wave of popularity and love for both the franchise and Ryza, and since then Koei Tecmo and Gust have capitalized on the success of the million seller with two new sequels that have seen just as much love and success. Now in 2023, Atelier Ryza becomes a trilogy with Alchemist of the End & The Secret Key with the biggest adventure yet, and it’s a grand spectacle that builds and refines on the formula once more for a seamless experience in feeling like an alchemist. Unfortunately, each time the game has been built on its successes and ambitions, it becomes a heavier load for the Switch to handle, and this time around the game is just too much of a technical powerhouse that Atelier – despite a perpetual bright future – seems like it may not be at home anymore on the hybrid system.
[Let’s Talk] Are you sold on Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom?
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 0 comments
Less than two months before the game’s launch, Nintendo finally provided its longest look yet at The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom this week. Eiji Aonuma, the series’ producer, showed off the title with about ten minutes of footage. We were treated to footage of Link’s new abilities, the sky islands, and more.
There are probably many fans out there who were on board with Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom when it was first announced in 2019. However, there are also a good chunk of fans that have probably maintained some skepticism. Perhaps after this week’s gameplay video, some folks will feel more strongly one way or another.
What side of the fence are you sitting on? Are you primed and ready for the May 12 launch? Or do you need to see more before you’re on board? Let us know in the comments.
[Review] Have a Nice Death
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release Date: March 22, 2023
Developer: Magic Design Studios
Publisher: Gearbox
Typically, when I’m craving some side-scrolling action, roguelike games aren’t my go-to. Simple procedurally generated levels, frustrating or unrewarding progression loops, and by-the-numbers combat have plagued my experiences in the genre, so I’m perhaps a bit more skeptical than others of run-based titles. Fortunately, Have a Nice Death is not only an exception to this trend, but also one of the tightest, most creative, and most satisfying roguelikes I’ve ever played. It’s an example of what a talented team with a strong vision can accomplish, and its fine-tuned concoction of charm and challenge resulted in constant fun.
Our favorite 3DS/Wii U Memories, LEGO 2K Drive, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 048
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in 3DS eShop, General Nintendo, Podcast, Switch, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
It’s finally happened: the 3DS and Wii U eShops are no more. While this has been a bummer for many of us, in this week’s episode of Nintendo Everything Refresh, we’re looking back on some of our favorite memories from Nintendo’s last-gen systems, reflecting on the games that impacted us the most, and sharing our thoughts on how these amazing systems will be remembered in the future. We’ll also dive into some of the big games announced or released over the past few weeks, including LEGO 2K Drive, Bayonetta Origins, and much more!
New Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom gameplay analysis
Posted on 1 year ago by Tom in Features, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Yesterday, Nintendo finally unveiled ten minutes of gameplay from the highly anticipated The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom featuring series producer Eiji Aonuma. I am now joined by special guest and Breath of the Wild super fan, Myles, to discuss all the new mechanics, powers, enemies and more found in our newest video. It’s a long one, so strap in!
[Let’s Talk] Your final 3DS and Wii U eShop purchases
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Let's Talk, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
The big day of the 3DS and Wii U eShop closure is almost upon us, with Nintendo turning off purchases on March 27. Some owners of the two systems have been rushing to make some last-minute purchases. Many retailers are no longer carrying 3DS and Wii U games, and both platforms have their lineup of digital exclusives.
Have you been making any last-minute purchases on either system? Let us know in the comments below.
[Interview] Gust on ending Ryza’s journey with Atelier Ryza 3, open field, future, more
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Interviews, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo Everything was recently given the opportunity to interview Junzo Hosoi, the head of Gust, about Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key. The RPG just launched on Switch this week, marking the end of Reisalin “Ryza” Stout’s story.
We discussed a variety of topics, including the conclusion of the trilogy, implementing open fields, the possibility of an English dub for the series, future of the franchise, and more. You can read our full discussion below.
20 3DS JRPGs to grab before the eShop closes
Posted on 1 year ago by Tom in 3DS, 3DS eShop, Features, Videos | 0 comments
With only a few days remaining before the day the eShop closes its doors on the 3DS, I wanted to make a video to help folks make a choice on what to grab before the final curtain call.
I decided to tailor my list to the thing I most cherished about the system, its catalogue of Japanese role-playing games. It was with the 3DS that I fell in love with the genre as it became a haven for some of the most generous, polished, classic titles in the genre.
Remnant: From the Ashes Switch impressions
Posted on 1 year ago by Tom in Features, Switch | 0 comments
Remnant: From the Ashes has just landed on Switch, and we took a lot at the port to see how the finished product turned out. Sam discusses the title to see if it holds up on Nintendo’s hybrid handheld. Unfortunately, it seems to be among the Switch ports which leave a lot to be desired.
Here’s some information about the game:
