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Hogwarts Legacy launch trailer

Original (11/13): A new launch trailer has come in for the Switch version of Hogwarts Legacy. Interestingly enough, the video comes from Nintendo’s Japanese YouTube channel. We’ll update this post if an English equivalent is published.

Here’s some information about the game:

Nintendo Black Friday 2023

Original (11/6): Nintendo has announced its Switch Black Friday offers and Cyber Deals sale for the 2023 holiday season with bundles and discounts.

The Super Smash Bros. Ultimate bundle, which leaked last night, has now been officially announced. It includes the system, full game download, and three-month Nintendo Switch Online subscription. The Joy-Con controllers feature a design inspired by Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. At $350, you’ll be getting $68 in savings. The bundle launches on November 19, 2023.

Hogwarts Legacy open world

Now that Hogwarts Legacy has launched on Switch, we’re learning more about changes made to the game – including the biggest one which involves the removal of the open world.

On other platforms, the title can be explored fully without loading screens. The Switch version is a different story, however. Visit the starting area of Hogsmeade and you’ll actually be greeted to a loading screen, so you’ll now be exploring interconnected areas instead. Additionally, each shop contains a loading screen of its own – again, this was seamless on other platforms.

Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster update 1.0.3

Bandai Namco has started distribution of a new version 1.0.3 update for Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster.

The two titles have both addressed some bugs. Additionally, Bandai Namco promises stability and usability improvements.

Here’s the full rundown:

Super Crazy Rhythm Castle launch trailer

Courtesy of Konami and Super Impact Games, we have a final trailer for Super Crazy Rhythm Castle. The rhythm adventure title is just about to launch on Switch.

Here’s an overview of the game with everything you need to know:

Spirittea launch trailer

No More Robots and Cheesemaster Games have come through with a launch trailer for Spirittea. This week, the rural life RPG made it to Switch.

Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:

The Game Awards 2023 nominees

The Game Awards 2023 just revealed its full lineup of nominees across a variety of different categories, including the coveted Game of the Year prize.

It’s been a big year for the industry and Nintendo was a big part of that. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Bros. Wonder both earned top honors as nominees for Game of the Year.

Here’s the full list of nominees for The Game Awards 2023:

Nora: The Wannabe Alchemist

Publisher RedDeerGames and developer Error 300 announced today that they’re working together on a Switch version of Nora: The Wannabe Alchemist. It’s coming very soon, as we have a confirmed release date of November 24, 2023.

Nora: The Wannabe Alchemist is a whimsical point-and-click adventure game in which players look to help a whimsical witch right the wrongs she’s done. Further details can be found in the following overview:

Runnyk

Publisher Ratalaika Games, along with developer lightUP, announced today that they’re bringing Runnyk to Switch this week. It will be available on November 17, 2023.

Runnyk is a mini-sized Metroidvania game versed in epic viking mythology. Read more about it in the following overview:

Indie World November 2023

A new Indie World Showcase will air tomorrow, November 14, Nintendo just announced. It will air at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM in the UK / 6 PM in Europe.

We’ve seen a number of these presentations throughout Switch’s lifecycle. For tomorrow’s event, Nintendo has promised a presentation covering new announcements and updates on indie games for the platform. Expect it to last around 20 minutes.


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