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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 3 Comments

A pair of new Switch-related campaigns have opened on Kickstarter. You can put down pledges for both Hex Gambit and Demoniaca. For Demoniaca, Switch is a stretch goal at $100,000.

Here’s the rundown on Hex Gambit:

In a world called Agon, the sharpest strategic minds command squads of expendable automatons in an explosive arena sport called the Hex Gambit.

Hex Gambit is a unique turn-based strategy game coming to Steam and the Nintendo Switch console, from the makers of the cult classic Outwitters (view our entire catalog of games here). It’s designed to get to the fun part fast: Drag and drop minions onto your side of the map on Turn 1; start hitting stuff on Turn 2! Games typically last 10-30 minutes (depending how fast you think), with the action always intensifying in the late game for an epic conclusion.

Our vision is to create something deceptively simple, focusing on a limited number of character abilities that have lots of creative uses and combinations. That makes it easy for you and your friends to learn the basics and start exploring your own strategies. You won’t need a seminar to get started!

And Demoniaca:

In DEMONIACA you will accompany the main character along her bloody journey of vengeance. DEMONIACA is a dark, gothic pixel art action platformer that combines Castlevania’s concept with classic Fighting Game combat mechanics, like “the King of Fighters”. In fact it is the first existing prototype of Kofvania.

Hex Gambit is planned for April 2018 on Switch. Demoniaca is targeted for sometime in 2018.

Thanks to Dana for the tip.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments

When Pokken Tournament originally came to Wii U, HORI produced a unique controller for the game. The company will be giving the same treatment to Pokken Tournament DX, which is on the way to Switch.

The Pokken Tournament DX Pro Pad Wired Controller has been officially licensed by Nintendo and Pokemon, and features a design based on the game’s arcade cabinet controller. It comes fitted with a 9.8 ft cable.

Pre-orders for the controller are open on Amazon here. It launches on Septemebr 22.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 2 Comments

Warner Bros. prepared a new trailer for the Classic Space Pack in LEGO Worlds. When the game comes to Switch, those who purchase the physical version will receive the DLC for free. View today’s trailer below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 3 Comments

Infinite Minigolf is out today as a downloadable title on the Switch eShop. Zen Studios published the official launch trailer, available below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

Two games on the European Switch originally listed for this week have since had their release dates updates.

First up, Retro City Rampage DX received a new release date of August 3. Vblank originally hoped to have the game ready on Thursday, but had also mentioned that next week was a possibility.

Phantom Trigger never had an officially-announced release date, so the change here isn’t surprising. It’s now listed as “TBD”.

Source: Switch eShop

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 18 Comments

With Dragon Quest XI’s release just on the horizon, Japanese magazines are publishing big features about the game this week. That includes Dengeki PlayStation, who has an interview with series creator Yuji Horii, producer Yosuke Saito, and director Takeshi Uchikawa.

All three developers shared a ton about Dragon Quest XI. They talked about creating the 3DS version, teased surprises, talked about homages, and confirmed no plans for DLC. Find everything rounded up below, courtesy of Siliconera.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments

Pokemon Shuffle has reached a new milestone. Specifically on 3DS, the game has been downloaded over 6.5 million times. The news is being celebrated with 30 hearts, 10,000 coins, and a Shiny Tyranitar for players.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

THQ Nordic is bringing a number of titles to Gamescom 2017 next month. Among these will be Battle Chasers: Nightwar, which we hear will be playable for the first time on Switch.

THQ Nordic will also be announcing a new IP and “a new installment of a well-known, mysterious and horrific IP.” It’s unclear if these two games will be on Switch, however.

Gamescom 2017 will take place between August 22 and August 26 in Cologne, Germany.

Source: THQ Nordic PR

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 15 Comments

Dragon Quest XI doesn’t feature any sort of voice acting. In the latest issue of Famitsu, the RPG’s developers explain why, as translated by Siliconera.

Square Enix gave much thought to the possibility of including voice acting in Dragon Quest XI. In fact, it was something that the staff had big debates about. Ultimately, the team decided to preserve the style Dragon Quest is known for.

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Nintendo has published the launch trailer for Hey! Pikmin ahead of its release on Friday. Take a look at the video below.

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