Battle Chasers: Nightwar is taking one big step forward towards its Switch launch. The game has finally been submitted to Nintendo, which is one of the final steps of the process. When it’s approved, a release date will be announced.

Airship Syndicate passed along the news on Twitter:

Update for those patiently waiting for the #Switch version of Battle Chasers: Nightwar – the game has been submitted to Nintendo, and once approved, we'll have a release date shortly after. pic.twitter.com/vvMSMLR0lv
— Airship Syndicate (@AirshipSyn) February 24, 2018

Switch owners have been waiting months for a concrete Battle Chasers release date. Thankfully, the saga should soon be over.

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I, Zombie heading to Switch next month

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I, Zombie is reaching Switch next month, Awesome Games Studio has announced. It’s scheduled for March 8 in both North America and Europe. Pricing is set at $4.99 / €4.99 / £4.49.

The goal of I, Zombie is to lead a horde and infect all humans on the map. You’ll need to use different tactics and strategies in each level by instructing your horde to attack armed soldiers, infect helpless civilians, follow you, or await orders. Adding to the fun is a level editor in which players can create their own layouts.

We have more information and a trailer for I, Zombie below.

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Fire Emblem Heroes – Grand Hero Battle – Takumi: Empty Vessel now running

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Another event is now up and running in Fire Emblem Heroes. Starting today, players can partake in the Grand Hero Battle – Takumi: Empty Vessel.

You can challenge Takumi to Hard, Lunatic, and Infernal and difficulties. You’ll get one copy of him each time he’s defeated, and if you beat him on Infernal, you’ll be rewarded with 2,000 Hero Feathers.

Grand Hero Battle – Takumi: Empty Vessel will be live until March 8.

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Payday 2 launch trailer

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Payday 2 has arrived for Switch in Europe, with the North American release set for Tuesday. Watch the official launch trailer below.

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Switch eShop charts (2/24/18)

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This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Bayonetta
2. Bayonetta 2
3. Rocket League
4. Arcade Archives Vs. Super Mario Bros.
5. Stardew Valley
6. Celeste
7. Overcooked: Special Edition
8. Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
9. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
10. Resident Evil Revelations 2
11. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
12. Dragon Quest Builders
13. Super Mario Odyssey
14. Golf Story
15. Owlboy
16. Fe
17. Resident Evil Revelations
18. Splatoon 2
19. Night in the Woods
20. Snipperclips

Source: Switch eShop

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Attack on Titan 2 – full listing of costume DLC and release dates

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Koei Tecmo and Omega Force are preparing a bunch of DLC costumes for Attack on Titan 2. These will be included in the $99.99 Deluxe Edition, though each piece of DLC can be purchased individually for $2.99.

Costumes will be released starting on March 20 up through April 17. We have the full listing of DLC with their release dates below.

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Fans datamine Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Rare Blade drop rates

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One of the key elements of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 is the Blades system. By opening different types of crystals (like Core Crystals), players can add new Blades to their party, including Rare Blades.

As their name implies, obtaining Rare Blades isn’t easy. Unlocking these unique characters have a low percentage. Monolith Soft hasn’t detailed the drop rates, but fans have now datamined this information.

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Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition receiving a limited edition

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Natsume is teaming up with NIS America to bring out a limited edition for Harvest Moon: Light of Hope. Along with the game, some special goodies will be included:

Here’s what you’ll find inside the Harvest Moon: Light of Hope Special Edition Limited Edition (same that two times fast):

• Harvest Moon: Light of Hope SE for Nintendo Switch
• Chocolate Cow Plush
• Animal Pin Set
• Hardcover Farmer’s Journal
• Original Soundtrack
• Collector’s Box

The full set will cost you $64.99. Pre-orders can be placed on the NIS America store here.

Thanks to GoldMario791 for the tip.

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Splatoon 2 – Luna Blaster Neo footage

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Luna Blaster Neo, the latest weapon in Splatoon 2, can now be used in-game. See it in action through the video below.

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Screenshots of this week’s Nintendo Downloads (2/22/18, North America)

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Several new games out came out this week on the eShop. If you’re interested in checking out what’s new in screenshot form, take a look at the gallery below.