Nintendo Switch Sports update out now (version 1.2.0), patch notes
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A new 1.2.0 update has just gone out for Nintendo Switch Sports.
This patch is something we heard about last week. It adds a few new elements such as Leg Strap functionality in soccer and new moves for volleyball. Additionally, it looks like the way in which pins fall have been adjusted in bowling.
The full patch notes for the Nintendo Switch Sports version 1.2.0 update are as follows:
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Ooblets getting a physical release on Switch
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Thanks to Fangamer, Ooblets has now been confirmed for physical release on Switch.
Aside from the game on a cartridge, all copies contain a set of three postcard-themed art cards and a foldout map. Those that pre-order will also be provided with a sticker sheet.
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases – August 4, 2022
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of August 4, 2022. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
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Amnesia: Memories, Amnesia: Later x Crowd release date set for September in the west
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Idea Factory has announced a final release date for Amnesia: Memories and Amnesia: Later x Crowd in the west. The otome visual novels will be ready to go on September 20, 2022 in both North America and Europe.
For those that need a refresher on these titles, read the following overview:
Frogun details physical release, including collector’s edition
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Frogun was already confirmed for physical release on Switch following an announcement last month, but Limited Run Games has now shared details as to what’s planned – and there’ll even be a collector’s edition.
Like a number of the company’s offerings, fans will be able to choose between two versions of Frogun. Both a standard edition and collector’s edition will be offered. The latter version contains a soundtrack, artbook, sticker sheet, and reversible poster.
More: Frogun, Limited Run Games, Molegato, Top Hat Studios
First 4 Figures reveals Banjo-Kazooie Gruntilda statue
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First 4 Figures has revealed a new addition to its Banjo-Kazooie line. Gruntilda, the primary antagonist of the N64 platforming series, is receiving a new statue.
Each unit includes the Gruntilda painted resin statue, detailed base inspired by Gruntilda’s Lair, limited edition numbering, and authentication card. If you opt for the exclusive edition, it’ll come with LED functions for torch and green bubble details.
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Dungeon Munchies getting physical release
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Original (7/24): A Switch physical release of Dungeon Munchines will be distributed in Japan and English support will be included, it’s been revealed. It’ll come with Japanese, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese languages as well.
The game was announced for Switch in 2019, and then at the very end of 2021, dropped on Nintendo’s console. Up until now though, it’s only been available digitally.
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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 tech analysis, including frame rate and resolution
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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is just a few days away, and Digital Foundry has now come out with a technical analysis that tackles the game’s frame rate and resolution. We also get to hear more a number of aspects as well.
Here’s the full roundup of highlights:
Nintendo and more confirmed for PAX West 2022
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PAX West 2022 is returning to close out the summer, and some of the companies attending the show have now been named – and Nintendo is included.
ReedPop says “Nintendo, SEGA, Bandai Namco, MiHoYo, tinyBuild, Devolver Digital, Yacht Club Games, and more are some of the biggest publishers in gaming excited to showcase their latest and greatest” at the event. We’ll also be seeing developers like Larian Studios, Tripwire Interactive, Thunderful Games, and more on the expo floor ready with “both beloved and unannounced titles.” Other confirmed companies include Intel, AMD, ASUS, and AORUS GIGABYTE, AAA, Finji, Apogee Entertainment, Koch Media, Brace Yourselves Games, Raw Fury, Studio Wildcard, Ysbryd Games, and PM Studios.
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Xenoblade 3 devs on the more serious story and reason for 10-year life span plot
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Nintendo and Monolith Soft have discussed the more serious story of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and having the 10-year life span as a major plot point.
Monolith Soft senior director and chief creative officer Tetsuya Takahashi, the studio’s director and producer Koh Kojima, and Nintendo director and producer Genki Yokota weighed in. Kojima actually initially felt that Takakhashi ” was deliberately trying to remove the sense of ‘Xenoblade-ness’ of the series” because of how serious the world is and having a different design. However, through “trial and error”, the team “found a good balance” and captured the series’ essence.
