Civilization 7 1.2.1 update announced, patch notes
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A new 1.2.1 update has been announced for Civilization 7, which will be on Nintendo Switch soon. It’s slated for early June to coincide with the new Nintendo Switch 2 version.
The update brings along the new Pangaea Plus Map Type, several balance passes to leaders and civs, an expanded human player limit in multiplayer, and addresses a number of player-reported issues. The team is also continuing to improve the UI, refine AI behavior to make opponents more competitive, and tighten up overall game polish.
Here’s the full rundown:
More: 2K Games, Civilization VII, Firaxis, title update
Marvelous USA talks putting full games on Nintendo Switch 2 cartridges, says it was “the right decision for us and our relationship with our fanbase”
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Many third-party publishers are opting to launch their Nintendo Switch 2 titles as game-key card releases, but Marvelous is one of the few exceptions. Thus far, everything it has announced will be on a proper cartridge. That includes Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, and Daemon x Machina: Titanic Scion.
Ken Berry, co-founder and president/CEO of Marvelous USA/XSEED Games, haw now further discussed the situation in an interview with RPG Site. Although it wasn’t “an easy decision”, the company felt “our fans would much prefer the ROM option.”
Berry said:
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Someone apparently has a final Nintendo Switch 2 retail unit, but won’t work until update is released
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A few days remain until the official Nintendo Switch 2 launch, but unsurprisingly, reports are starting to surface of some fans getting their hands on the system early. The thing is, it’s not actually functional right now.
YouTuber a2dubai posted a quick video showing an “unboxing” of the unit. There’s actually not much to see, however. We get a look at the main device and the Joy-Con 2, but that’s pretty much it.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance gets new story trailer
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SEGA is back with a brand new trailer for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance focusing on the game’s story. As part of that, we get a closer look at the premise as well as some mysterious new characters, setting the scene for ninja master Joe Musashi’s quest for vengeance.
Here’s an introduction to today’s video:
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Strategy mining game Drill Core coming to Nintendo Switch
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tinyBuild and Hungry Couch Games are working to bring Drill Core to Nintendo Switch, the two sides revealed today. A release window was not shared.
Drill Core Inc. is a strategy mining game, which features base-building and roguelike elements. Gameplay has players digging to the center of the planet, discovering rare materials, and ramping up their defenses from alien attack.
Additional information can be found in the following overview:
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Sonic Wings Reunion confirmed for western launch on Nintendo Switch [update: physical release details]
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May 15: Red Art Games has picked up Sonic Wings Reunion for release in the west, the company announced today. It will be available in North America and Europe on October 7 both physically and digitally.
Sonic Wings Reunion is the latest game in Hamster’s shoot ’em up series, which is known as Aero Fighters in the west. Japan is getting the game first later this month.
Here’s an overview of the game:
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Parkour game Rooftops & Alleys announced for Nintendo Switch [update: gameplay trailer]
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April 23: Rooftops & Alleys is heading to Nintendo Switch, MLMEDIA announced today. The game is set to arrive on June 17, 2025.
Rooftops & Alleys is a parkour game with various features and modes such as time trials, Capture the Flag, and more. Although it’s been in Early Access on PC, the full version is almost here, and it will include a new map, a full progression system, and “much more exciting content.”
Here’s some additional information:
More: MLMEDIA, Rooftops & Alleys
Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion trailer introduces customization
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Marvelous issued the latest trailer for Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion today, this time offering up a look at customization.
Here’s the rundown on the feature:
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake reveals release date, Nintendo Switch 2 version, collector’s edition
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Square Enix today announced the release date for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake as well as a version for Nintendo Switch 2. On the upcoming console as well as on Switch 1, it’s launching on October 30, 2025.
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake follows Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, which launched at the end of last year.
Below are the latest details about the upcoming release:
Psychological horror game Ghost Frequency drops on Nintendo Switch this week
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In just a few days, Ghost Frequency is set to appear on Nintendo Switch. Serafini Productions today confirmed that the game launches on May 29, 2025.
Ghost Frequency, a first-person psychological horror title, is inspired by real-life ghost-hunting creators. Playing as a seasoned ghost hunter, it’ll be your job to investigate the appearance of two Paranormal Investigation Team members.
Further details can be found in the following overview:
