Nintendo bringing back 2024 Switch Online icons
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Did you miss out on any Nintendo Switch Online icons made available throughout 2024? If that’s the case, you’ll be happy to hear that they’ll be returning over the next couple of weeks.
Starting on December 25 / December 26 (depending on your region), the promotion kicks off. Nine games that had icons previously throughout 2024 will be up on Nintendo Switch Online once again.
The following games will be making a comeback:
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Fire Emblem Edelgard figure coming in 2026, pre-orders open now
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Dawn in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A new piece of merchandise for Fire Emblem: Three Houses is on the way, as Good Smile have revealed a new figure of Edelgard. The figure is based on her appearance at The Battle of Grondor.
Here’s some additional information via the official product listing:
Action RPG Katana Dragon announced for Nintendo Switch
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Tsunoa Games has plans for a Nintendo Switch release of Katana Dragon, the studio has told Nintendo Everything. It will follow the PC version, but there’s no set release window at this time.
Katana Dragon, an action RPG, has you playing as ninjas Shin and Nobi in their quest to end the curse that hangs over Sogen. Zelda and Diablo have been cited as inspirations due to the game’s exploration, puzzles, dungeons, levels, equipment, and statistics. It also features a voxel visual style.
More: Katana Dragon, Tsunoa Games
Various Cartoon Network Nintendo Switch games delisted on eShop
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A number of different Cartoon Network-related games have been taken off of the Nintendo Switch eShop. If you were hoping to grab Samurai Jack: Battle Through Time, OK K.O. Let’s Play Heroes, Steven Universe: Save the Light, or Steven Universe: Unleash the Light, you’re unfortunately no longer able to do so. The full set has been pulled from the eShop. They’re tied to Cartoon Network Games, Adult Swim Games, and Warner Bros. Discovery.
No reason for the games’ removal has been provided at this time. Notices about the titles no longer being available for sale was posted on Steam, but without explanation.
DreadOut Remastered Collection release date set for January, new trailer
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Following its original announcement, DreadOut Remastered Collection has received a release date. The package will be ready to go for Nintendo Switch on January 16, 2025.
DreadOut Remastered Collection was revealed back in May. As a reminder, you’ll be getting DreadOut and DreadOut: Keepers of the Dark here.
Fire Emblem Heroes adding Lyn: Of Blazing as Emblem Hero
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Nintendo and Intelligent Systems are planning Lyn: Of Blazing as a new Emblem Hero for Fire Emblem Heroes, the two sides announced today. The character goes live this week.
That’s not all for the event. Previously released 5-star Legendary, Mythic, and Emblem Heroes will be appearing as well.
Lyn: Of Blazing will be available starting December 24 / December 25. Get a look at the official trailer below.
Backpack Hero “Tote-ally Rebalanced” update announced, patch notes
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A new Backpack Hero “Tote-ally Rebalanced” update has been announced, which should roll out on Nintendo Switch in the future.
This is a “massive” update focusing on rebalancing most of Tote’s items and introducing new ones. There are 42 rebalanced items, 4 rebalanced relics, and 31 new items. Pochette will be getting her own balance update in the future as well.
More: Backpack Hero, Jaspel, title update
Nintendo kicks off “Hits for the Holidays” sale on Switch eShop
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Nintendo just started up a new “Hits for the Holidays” sale on Switch eShop. The company says that discounts are available for up to 50 percent off, but we’ve seen a bunch that are lower than that.
Both first-party and third-party games are included here. Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and Zelda: Skyward Sword are some of the Nintendo highlights.
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Faaast Penguin update includes Sands of Egypt Night Party world
Posted on 4 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Faaast Penguin is getting on Nintendo Switch today, which brings along a Sands of Egypt Night Party world.
Four new courses have been added as part of the update. Additionally, a “Sand Splash” gimmick has been introduced, and the team has addressed lag during online races.
More: Faaast Penguin, Historia, title update
Truck Driver getting Heading North DLC on Nintendo Switch in 2025
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SOEDESCO today announced its future plans for the Truck Driver franchise, which includes confirmation that Nintendo Switch will be getting Heading North DLC. This will be available sometime in 2025.
The Heading North DLC originally released earlier in the year. Players are able to experience more trucking adventures around the country of Mangefjell with a Nordic-inspired landscape, new characters, fresh jobs, and more.
