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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments

Nintendo today announced a new partnership with PlayVS that will make Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Splatoon 2 officially recognized varsity athletics at participating high schools. Both titles will be added to the official PlayVS lineup for the Fall 2021 High School season, allowing teams around the country to compete against each other in online matches. The season begins on September 20.

Also worth noting is that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe will be joining the action as well. That game will join the PlayVS roster for the Spring 2022 High School season early next year.

Here’s some additional information about the partnership:

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments

The latest Japanese hardware sales from Famitsu are as follows:

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments

In a blog post today, Niantic detailed what it has in store for Pokemon GO Fest 2021. The event will take place on July 17 and July 18.

Here’s the full rundown:

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

Team17 and Astral Pixel have announced that Super Magbot, a new puzzle platformer, will be appearing on Switch next month. A release is planned for June 22.

Those that are interested in the title can try out a new demo on the eShop. It provides access to the first fifteen levels and a set of tougher levels from later in the game.

Here’s an overview of Super Magbot, along with a trailer:

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments

GameTomo has uploaded a launch trailer for Sumire, its new narrative adventure game for Switch. Watch the video below.

Sumire can be purchased digitally on the Switch eShop. Check out out previous coverage here for further information about the game.

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XSEED Games and Marvelous today announced the release of the second wave of Expansion Pass DLC for Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town. The Windswept Falls Expansion Pack features old friends Dunhill, Felicia, Hina, and Neil from a previous entry in the series, with Felicia and Neil available as new marriage candidates. The ‘School Uniforms’ set has also been made available.

Here’s a full rundown of the new DLC plus a trailer:

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments

As Super Bomberman R Online releases on Switch today, footage of the title has started to appear. Have a look at twelve minutes of gameplay below.

Super Bomberman R Online can be accessed as a free-to-play title on the Switch eShop. For more on the game, head on over here.

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After it was first outed by Amazon Germany, a physical version of Spiritfarer has been officially announced. iam8bit, together with Thunder Lotus Games and with distribution by Skybound Games, will be handling the release.

The physical edition for Spiritfarer will include access to a 96-page digital art book, six collectible postcard and sticker stamp sets highlighting exotic locations from the game and a digital download of the game’s soundtrack, composed by Max LL. It will release on July 27.

All major retailers should be carrying Spiritfarer. Pricing is set at $29.99 / €29.99.

Source: iam8bit PR

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Nintendo has started distribution of a small update for New Pokemon Snap. Players can now access version 1.2.0.

According to Nintendo, the update addresses a single issue. It fixes a problem with the previous update in which players were prevented from taking a picture of Braviary that would satisfy the clear requirements for the “Proud Warrior” request.

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Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments

Nintendo has issued an English version of its recent overview trailer for Game Builder Garage. Have a look at the video below.

Game Builder Garage is slated for June 11 on Switch.

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