Apocalyptic visual novel Archetype Arcadia coming to Switch in October in Japan
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A new visual novel called Archetype Arcadia is coming to Switch on October 21, 2021 in Japan. This game is being developed by Water Phoenix and published by Kemco, and it will launch physically for 4400 yen and digitally for 3980 yen. This game will be fully voiced, but there is no word on English language options yet.
Archetype Arcadia follows a young protagonist and his sister in a post-apocalyptic world as they fight against a growing sickness by playing an online game where memories give them attack power. To expand on this concept further, here is a small excerpt about the story from the official website and a trailer for the game (translation provided by Gematsu):
More: Archetype Arcadia, Kemco, Water Pheonix
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin details day one update (version 1.0.3) and Launch Starter Pack
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
When Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin launches on Switch tomorrow, it will come with a day one update. Players will be able to access version 1.0.3.
Below are the official patch notes shared by Capcom:
Famitsu software sales (6/28/21 – 7/4/21) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Mario Golf: Super Rush – 31,685 / 112,115
2. [NSW] Game Builder Garage – 17,640 / 143,648
3. [NSW] Ring Fit Adventure – 14,422 / 2,669,091
4. [NSW] Minecraft – 13,211 / 2,032,643
5. [NSW] Samurai Warriors 5 – 11,555 / 50,246
6. [PS4] Samurai Warriors 5 – 10,292 / 65,697
7. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 10,211 / 3,898,694
8. [NSW] Miitopia – 9,593 / 179,233
9. [NSW] Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! – 9,458 / 2,251,898
10. [NSW] Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury – 7,954 / 798,431
Unavowed footage
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Yesterday, the urban fantasy adventure Unavowed was announced and released on Switch. Have a look at some footage in the video below.
Unavowed is currently up on the Switch eShop. We have more details and a trailer here.
More: Wadjet Eye Games
Pokemon Sword/Shield hosting curry-themed Max Raid Battle event
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Just a few moments ago, the latest Max Raid Battle event began in Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield.
There’s a curry theme this time around. Koffing, Wobbuffet, Milcery, Gigantamax Charizard, and Gigantamax Copperajah may appear more frequently. Additionally, a Shiny Gigantamax Copperajah can show up if you’re lucky enough. Defeat a Pokemon in a Max Raid Battle and you’ll receive Bach’s Food Tin in Pokemon Sword or Bob’s Foot Tin in Pokemon Shield.
More: Game Freak, Pokemon Shield, Pokemon Sword
Knockout City update out now on Switch (version 1.4), patch notes
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Knockout City players on Switch now have access to the game’s latest update. EA and Velan Studios have started distribution of version 1.4.
While the update largely features bug fixes, a new Hero Bonus has been implemented and more. Continue on below for the full patch notes.
More: EA, Knockout City, title update, Velan Studios
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin – Reverto trailer
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Capcom has returned with another character trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. Today’s video features Reverto, a Hunter and Lilia’s right-hand man.
Here’s an introduction to the character:
More: Capcom, Monster Hunter Stories 2
Boomerang X footage
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Boomerang X made it to Switch today, and we now have plenty of footage showing off the Switch version. Check out the gameplay below.
Boomerang X is now live on the Switch eShop. More information and a trailer can be found here.
More: Boomerang X, DANG!, Devolver Digital
Apogee announces Below the Stone and Dead Fury for Switch
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Apogee Entertainment today announced a pair of new games for Switch. First up is Strollart’s Below the Stone, a back-to-the-past hand-drawn roguelike. The second new title is Funder Studios’ Dead Fury, a story-rich zombie survival shooter.
Here’s a bit of extra information and a trailer:
Monolith Soft reports 138.2% profit increase, Xenoblade a key contributor
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Monolith Soft reported its financial results this week, and it turns out that the Nintendo subsidiary had a fantastic year. For the fiscal period ending March 2021, profit was reported at 1.171 billion yen. That’s by far the highest amount for the company over the past several years.
During the previous fiscal year, Monolith Soft recorded a profit of 491 million yen. That’s an increase of 138.2 percent.
Here’s a look at Monolith Soft’s operating profit over the years:
