Video: Super Mario RPG graphics comparison (Switch vs. SNES)
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Super Mario RPG will be returning later this year with a remake fit for the game’s well-regarded reputation, and a new comparison video shows how much the graphics have been updated. GameXplain put together a video showing the Switch and SNES versions side by side.
Super Mario RPG seems to have new cutscenes, but that doesn’t mean the actual gameplay has been left by the wayside. There are plenty of improvements on that front as well, from completely redone character models to full environment overhauls. Super Mario RPG did come out on the SNES close to thirty years ago, so this sort of evolution is to be expected.
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Sonic Central 2023 presentation announced for June 23
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SEGA will host a new Sonic Central 2023 presentation on June 23, the company announced. It will go live at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM in the UK / 5 PM in Europe.
The event will include a sneak peek of upcoming projects, partnerships, and event happenings in 2023. Sonic Superstars will likely be here, as could DLC for Sonic Frontiers.
The Sonic Central 2023 presentation will be live streamed on both YouTube and Twitch.
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June 2023 Nintendo Direct recap announcement
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The June 2023 Nintendo Direct just wrapped up a short while ago, and we have a recap announcement straight from the Big N. The press release is quite helpful since it covers everything in the show, ranging from brand new announcements to smaller updates.
Here’s the full June 2023 Nintendo Direct recap announcement:
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Zelda and Ganondorf Tears of the Kingdom amiibo announced
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Zelda and Ganondorf from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are getting new amiibo, Nintendo has announced. They’ll be available this holiday.
Nintendo has not yet detailed what functionality these two figures will have in game.
Nintendo Direct announced for June 21
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Nintendo just announced that a new Nintendo Direct presentation will air tomorrow, June 21. It’ll kick off at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 3 PM in the UK / 4 PM in Europe.
According to Nintendo, the new event will be about 40 minutes long. It’ll mainly focus on games launching in 2023, including Pikmin 4.
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Rumor: Nintendo Direct happening this week, initial details on announcements
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It doesn’t take much for the Nintendo Direct rumor mill to go into overdrive, and that’s what’s happening today with supposed new leaks. Rumor has it that a new June 2023 presentation is planned and it will be airing sometime this week. Additionally, we may have some insight into what will be shown.
Twitter user Pyoro_ND appears to have the early scoop. This person has leaked a number of new titles before they were officially announced, though they’ve only recently started to receive a great deal of attention.
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Rumor: Universal closing in on Zelda movie deal, next Nintendo x Illumination partnership
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Original (6/8): According to reliable Hollywood insider Jeff Sneider, Universal is closing in on a movie deal for The Legend of Zelda.
If accurate and things materialize, it will be the next parntership between Nintendo and Illumination. The two sides just released The Super Mario Bros. Movie a couple of months ago to massive succes.
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Sonic the Hedgehog spinoff series Knuckles first plot tidbits, casting news
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Original (4/17): New details have surfaced about the live-action Knuckles series based on the recent Sonic the Hedgehog movies, including a couple of plot tidbits and the cast. Production has now kicked off in London.
Variety reports that the show is set between the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The site adds that Knuckles “agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.”
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2023 Nintendo Summer of Play announced
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Nintendo is celebrating the family summer of gaming with the Nintendo Summer of Play. Fans of all ages will be able to discover their favorite characters and learn more about the worlds they come from.
The event kicks off on June 15 and lasts until August 28 at several different locations. Consumers will have the chance to explore the worlds created by Switch games through a variety of summer-themed activities. The lineup includes:
Sonic the Hedgehog Knuckles Nendoroid out in January, new photos, pre-orders open
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Good Smile has provided an update on the Knuckles Nendoroid for Sonic the Hedgehog, including a release date and photos, plus pre-orders have opened.
The Nendoroid includes a few different eye parts – specifically the forward-facing, glancing right, and glancing left items. On top of that, you’ll get some mouth parts – namely grinning, closed, and gritted teeth. Also, it comes with the Chaos Emerald as an optional part. Also, since the product doesn’t stand on its own, you’ll want to use the stand that’s included.
