SNES Classic controller is compatible with the NES Classic (and vise versa)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 18 Comments
The NES Classic Edition and Super NES Classic Edition are two different pieces of hardware, but they aren’t entirely separate. You might be interested to hear that both controllers can be used with either system. That means the SNES Classic controller works with the NES Classic (and vice versa).
One thing to keep in mind is that the NES controller lacks a number of buttons necessary for SNES games. You shouldn’t have any problems using the SNES controller with the NES Classic Edition, however.
Astro Bears Party footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 2 Comments
Later this week, Qubic Games will be publishing Astro Bears Party on the Switch eShop. Get a look at some early footage below.
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The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia releasing in North America next April
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia came out in Japan earlier this year. Dark Horse Comics is readying the English release, and it now has a release window. You can look forward to the North American launch in April 2018.
The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia will cover the series’ first game up through Twilight Pricness HD. Spread across 320 pages, you’ll find explanations and descriptions of everything from items and potion to relationships between characters. The book contains maps, illustrations, and screencaps plus an interview with series producer Eiji Aonuma.
Pre-orders for The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia are opening soon. Pricing is set at $39.99.
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Off-screen Gal*Gun 2 footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 11 Comments
At the Tokyo Game Show this week, Gal*Gun 2 was on display for the first time. Take a look at some off-screen footage from the playable demo below.
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The Mummy Demastered details
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 5 Comments
Following up on the new teaser trailer today, Polygon has a bunch of details about The Mummy Demastered for Switch. The site was able to speak with developer WayForward about the project.
Here’s a roundup of information from the article:
The Mummy Demastered teaser trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 15 Comments
A few months ago, Universal Brand Development and WayForward announced The Mummy Demastered for Switch. Although we still don’t have a release date, WayForward uploaded the first teaser trailer for the game today. See it below.
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Splatoon 2 soundtrack pre-orders open on Play-Asia
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Play-Asia has opened pre-orders for the new Splatoon 2 soundtrack (Splatune 2), which was announced for Japan last week. It can be reserved right here. Orders are expected to ship on December 6.
Sonic Mania update rolling out
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 15 Comments
Sonic Mania’s first patch should be arriving shortly. The series’ official Twitter account states that the update is rolling out now.
Here’s what you can expect from the patch:
A new Sonic Mania patch is rolling out, adding the Super Sonic button, and fixes the Switch home button and other bugs. pic.twitter.com/SFjk5bAQRe
— Sonic the Hedgehog (@sonic_hedgehog) September 25, 2017
When the update is officially live, we’ll let you know.
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Bandai Namco confirms new Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 DLC for this fall, free update teased
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Bandai Namco remains invested in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. As we found out with the latest issue of V Jump, new DLC is in development. Bandai Namco has confirmed that the content is coming to the west this fall, and a free update is planned.
We do know that Dabura and Buu (Gohan Absorbed) are headlining the DLC as playable DLC. Zamasu will also be around to teach created characters his attacks as a master / mentor.
First screenshots of the DLC in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 are below.
Source: Bandai Namco PR
Layton’s Mystery Journey English 3DS footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 1 Comment
The English release of Layton’s Mystery Journey will be taking place on 3DS next month, and some footage has come in showing the game in action. View a few minutes of gameplay below.
