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Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition gameplay

Tying in with the launch of Transformers: Earthspark – Expedition, gameplay has been uploaded online. Footage is available specifically for the Switch version.

Learn more about the title in the following overview:

GameStop Pokemon Scarlet Violet Mimikyu Electric Tera Type distribution

There’s a new, easy way to get a Mimikyu with Electric as its Tera Type in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet as part of a distribution at GameStop.

The retailer is now offering a free code card for the games with a chance to claim the creature. Visit a local store by October 29 to pick one up for yourself. The Mimikyu comes in a Cherish Ball, has the Classic Ribbon, and is holding a Life Orb that increases the damage of all its moves at the cost of its HP. It also features the move Thunderbolt, which will receive a same-type attack bonus while Mimikyu is Terastallized into an Electric-type Pokemon.

Kevin Afghani has come forward as the new voice of Mario, confirming that he’s handling the character in Super Mario Bros. Wonder. He will also be playing Luigi.

Yesterday, rumors swirled that Mick Wingert would be taking over the role after a store demo for the game was datamined. However, while his representative confirmed his involvement, we also received confirmation that he wouldn’t be playing Mario.

Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! Japan

Original (8/31): Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! now has a release date – at least in Japan. The Switch game is on track to launch on November 30, 2023 in Japan.

You may recall that Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! was announced during the latest Japanese Nintendo Direct. It’s made by Good Feel, the team behind Kirby’s Epic Yarn, Yoshi’s Woolly World, and Yoshi’s Crafted World.

Crymachina demo

Crymachina is just on the horizon, and a new trailer for the game has just been released. Switch owners in North America and Europe can download it now.

The demo should let fans try out some early parts oft he game. It follows NIS America’s other Switch demos in that if you play the trial, save data can be transferred to the full release. 

Wii U sales September 2023

Mat Piscatella, executive director and video game industry analyst at Circana (NPD), relayed a little sales tidbit about the Wii U today that we couldn’t resist sharing.

The console has been phased out for years with Switch now Nintendo’s primary device since 2017. Finding a Wii U at a retailer at this point is practically impossible – and the platform wasn’t exactly popular to begin with. However, as it turns out, a single new Wii U was sold in the U.S. last month. The last time a Wii U was sold in the states was in May 2022.

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Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Lucy Loud

Just in time for Halloween comes the latest Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 spotlight trailer, which shows off Lucy Loud and her moveset.

While she retains some of her moves like teleportation for strong mobility, she has new moves as well. A big aspect is that the character can use the power of the occult to enhance her abilities. Her down special lets her move between her normal, ghost, and vampire forms. The ghost form is lighter, but is more mobile. Her vampire form has slower movement speed but stronger attacks. In Lucy’s normal form, she’s an all-arounder that’s also a little heavier.

Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition launch trailer

Those interested in Transformers: Earthspark – Expedition can get another look at the game with a new launch trailer. Outright Games is shipping it on Switch starting today.

Here’s an overview with more information:

Hero Survival

Publisher Sometimes You, along with developer PigeonDev, today announced plans to release Hero Survival on Switch. The title launches on October 27, 2023.

Hero Survival is a roguelite action shooter in which players face hordes of monsters. Additional information is available in the following overview:

The Grinch: Christmas Adventures launch trailer

A final launch trailer is here for The Grinch: Christmas Adventures. The game, a side-scrolling platformer, comes to Switch today.

Outright Games has shared the following overview containing more details:


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