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Donkey Kong Country Returns HD graphics comparison

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD was just announced for Switch today, and a new video offers a graphics comparison that puts it up against the original Wii version. 3DS is technically included here as well, as that was essentially the Wii version at a lower resolution.

As far as we know, Donkey Kong Country Returns will now run in full HD on Switch, but otherwise it’s largely the same. One bonus is that the new levels made for the 3DS version will be included in the latest version.

Nintendo World Championships Survival Mode Legend Challenge

We have a new look at Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition with the “Survival Mode & Legend Challenge” trailer. 

In Survival Mode, you’ll be racing against the ghost data of players worldwide. Legend Challenge involves testing your skills, such as completing Super Mario Bros. from World 1-1 to World 8-4 the short way (with Warp Zones).

Here’s some additional information about the game:

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Collector's Edition

Square Enix has announced a special collector’s edition for Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake. Note that quantities are limited.

Aside from the game, players will be given extra goodies. Each unit includes a collectible game case storage box, character and monster acrylic blocks complete set, Adventure Accessory Kit (in-game item), and two digital wallpapers for PC. The Adventurous Accessory Kit contains a Strength Ring, Dragon Scale, Words of Wisdom, and Cat Suit.

More information about the storage box and acrylic blocks set can be found below.

The Smurfs: Dreams release date

The 3D platformer The Smurfs: Dreams received a final release date today. Switch owners can pick it up on October 24, 2024, Microids and Ocellus Studio confirmed.

The Smurfs: Dreams is a 3D platformer first announced in April. Though we knew it was planned for this year, exact timing was unclear until now.

Here’s an overview of the game:

Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom boxart

With The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom seeing its official reveal and coming up pretty soon, Nintendo has provided the boxart (see above). That’s along with screenshots from the title as well.

Here’s a quick refresher on the newest Zelda game:

Nintendo 64 - Nintendo Switch Online: Mature 17+ app

The Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online: Mature 17+ app can now be downloaded from the eShop.

Perfect Dark and Turok were just made available as part of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack tier. If you want to access these titles, you’ll need the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online: Mature 17+ app. 

All other games for the N64 library remain available on the regular app. 

You may recall that something similar happened in Japan a few months ago. You can read about that right here.

Super Mario Party Jamboree

Following today’s reveal, we have the boxart for Mario & Luigi: Brothership. A number of screenshots are available as well.

Find some information about it in the following description:

Mario & Luigi Brothership boxart

Following today’s reveal, we have the boxart for Mario & Luigi: Brothership. A number of screenshots are available as well.

If you’re interested in learning more about the game, check out the following overview:

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Nintendo has sent out the official boxart for the newly-announced Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. Additionally, we have some screenshots as well.

Here’s an overview of the game:

Metroid Prime 4 Beyond

Nintendo has passed long a handful of screenshots from Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. These images are essentially come from what was shown in today’s trailer, but we now have images in direct-feed high quality.

Nintendo simply says that Metroid Prime 4: Beyond involves Samus embarking on a new mission. While the company isn’t going into any further details, we do know that Sylux – who first appeared in Metroid Prime Hunters – will be involved.


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