Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment was initially planned for Nintendo Switch 1
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment was originally planned as a game for the original Nintendo Switch. Yosuke Hayashi, studio head of AAA Studio (Koei Tecmo), revealed that information in a new interview.
Hayashi said that plans for the project shifted midway through the development. He didn’t say what the turning point was, but ultimately Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment is now a Nintendo Switch 2 game. Hayashi feels that the move only made the game “more fun” and there were improvements to the amount of enemies on screen as well as the frame rate.
Gearbox CEO comments on $80 price tag: “True fans will pay for games” [update: Borderlands 4]
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Carlos in General Nintendo, News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
May 20: With rising concerns about the increasing cost of video games, some players are wondering if future titles will start launching at $80, a price point that’s becoming more common in the current generation. In light of this, Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford shared some thoughts on the topic via X (formerly Twitter), especially in relation to Borderlands 4, which has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2.
When asked by a fan whether Borderlands 4 would be priced at $80, Pitchford responded by saying, “If you’re a real fan, you’ll find a way to make it happen.” He added that the final price point is ultimately not his decision, and that it’s likely up to publisher Take-Two Interactive.
More: Borderlands 4, Gearbox, Take-Two
Former exec says PlayStation didn’t view Nintendo as competition, except in Japan
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
According to former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida, the company generally didn’t think of Nintendo as competition. The only exception to this is in Japan, where the Big N dominates.
Yoshida was speaking about PlayStation’s view of Nintendo during a Kit & Krysta podcast episode. In most territories, it’s Xbox that PlayStation thought of as its biggest challenger. Whereas PlayStation and Xbox have often released similar hardware, Nintendo tends to take a different approach – especially with its last few systems – and maintains “a different audience.”
NickToons and the Dice of Destiny reveals Leo from TMNT
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Leo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will be playable in NickToons and the Dice of Destiny, it’s been revealed. The character will have seven unique abilities including Turtle Tornado and Katana Slash.
NickToons and the Dice of Destiny was just recently revealed at Summer Game Fest. SpongeBob SquarePants was previously confirmed for the game.
Donkey Kong Bananza Direct announced for June 18
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
A new Donkey Kong Bananza Direct will air this Wednesday, June 18, Nintendo just announced. The presentation will air at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
News about the Direct was just posted on Nintendo Today, the Big N’s official app for news updates and more. The message only mentions that the event will be about 15 minutes long. We’ll be covering the presentation as it happens and will pass along any notable information that’s shared.
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UK software sales chart for the week ending June 14, 2025 – Mario Kart World still crushing it
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending June 14, 2025 is now available.
How’s Nintendo Switch 2 doing in its second week? Well, Mario Kart World is still #1, so that’s an encouraging sign. Something you might get a kick out of is that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe moved up several spots – from #11 to #6.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending June 14, 2025:
3D action adventure game Weko the Mask Gatherer hitting Nintendo Switch this week
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Weko the Mask Gatherer will be appearing on Nintendo Switch this week. That’s according to a listing on the Nintendo eShop, which pins it down for June 19, 2025.
Weko the Mask Gatherer is a 3D action-adventure game. You’ll play as Weko, a mysterious adventurer on a quest to collect the seven powerful Primordial Masks.
More information can be found in the following overview:
More: Siro Games, Weko the Mask Gatherer
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 15, 2025 – Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake reigns supreme
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. There’s not too much happening this time, but Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is again on top.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between May 28 and June 3.
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Nintendo Switch eShop deals: lowest prices ever for Melty Blood: Type Lumina, Wavetale, more
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. This includes the lowest prices ever for Melty Blood: Type Lumina, Wavetale, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet announce Tera Raid Battle event with Baxcalibur
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
There’s another Tera Raid Battle event in store for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, which will feature Baxcalibur.
Players can see if they have what it takes to defeat Baxcalibur in 7 Star Raids. It will have the Ice Tera Type and the Mightiest Mark. Per usual, fans can catch it just once per save file.
