Update: Full title of the new Octopath Traveler project on IOS and Android is “Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent”. An official Japanese website is now open, offering pre-registration for the game.

Original: In a surprise, sudden announcement, Square Enix has confirmed that a new Octopath Traveler project is in the works for iOS and Android — and even provided a first trailer.

While initial details are slim, the game is confirmed to remain single-player focused. However, some early translations are reporting that the mobile title is not a port of the Switch title. In fact, it sounds as if the game will feature proper stories for all 8 characters and more contend may be added after launch.

Additionally, the game is stated to take place before the events of Octopath Traveler on Switch, with movement resembling more of an “on rails” game with swipe motions for movement.

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The first trailer can be viewed below. More details will be updated as they are made known. Currently slated for a 2019 release.

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Smash Bros. Ultimate “Taking the Lead” Spirit Board event now live

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As a new weekend dawns upon us, so does a new Spirit Board event within Super Smash Bros. Ultimate — this time themed as “Taking the Lead”.
The themed event is planned to run all weekend and will include Spirits Black Shadow, Blood Falcon, and Jody Summer.

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The Alliance Alive HD Remaster – teaser site open

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Following its recent reveal, FuRyu has opened the official teaser site for The Alliance Alive HD Remaster — also providing the first screens of the game.

As translated by Gematsu, the Switch remaster of the 3DS title will offer high-resolution graphics with single-screen gameplay — as opposed to the dual screens of the original version. In addition, while no western release has been confirmed quite yet, a western version is mentioned on the site.

The first screens can be viewed below.

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Wizard’s Symphony – several new character trailers

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Arc System Works has published a number of new trailers once again for Wizard’s Symphony, this time focusing on characters.

All of the footage can be viewed below.

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Devil May Cry 5 director says the game might be considered for Switch if Dragon’s Dogma sells well

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The key to getting Devil May Cry 5 on Switch may lie with the performance of another Capcom title. The latest news comes from director Hideaki Itsuno, who left the door open to a port while speaking with German magazine M! Games.

When asked why Devil May Cry 5 isn’t on Switch, Itsuno explained that development started before the team had dev kits. Capcom therefore concentrated on releasing the game for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. However, Itsuno added that if Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen sells well, they might consider porting Devil May Cry 5 to Nintendo’s console.

Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen launches for Switch on April 23. It’s the first time this title will be appearing on a Nintendo system.

Thanks to Jake for the tip.

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Next ARMS Party Crash Bash goes live on March 15

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Nintendo is gearing up for the next ARMS Party Crash Bash. For those who missed it, the event is being held to determine the game’s best character.

This time around, Max Brass and Twintelle will be battling it out under the theme “A-List Athletes”.

Expect the latest ARMS Party Crash Bash on March 15 starting at 5 AM ET. It’ll last until March 18 at 5 AM ET. Whoever wins this quarterfinals match will advance to the semifinals where they will take on the latest winner, Min Min.

Thanks to Magitroopa for the tip.

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