Miyamoto wonders why Pikmin hasn’t sold more and why people think the games are difficult
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In a new interview published today, Shigeru Miyamoto commented on the Pikmin series and said he’s wondered why the games haven’t sold more and why people think they’re so difficult.
For Pikmin 4, it sound like Nintendo wanted to make the game as approachable as possible. The company’s Yuji Kando said the team “prioritized ease of play and experimented with making the controls easy enough for those who aren’t used to playing games.” Camera and AI improvements were a focus as well. Miyamoto added that Nintendo wanted to “retain the depth of gameplay that makes Pikmin so interesting, while providing the functional support to address the challenges around controls.”
Here’s the full interview excerpt:
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Pikmin 4 reviews roundup
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pikmin 4 is almost here on Switch, and the first reviews just started to drop. Nintendo lifted the official embargo just moments ago.
This game has been a very long time coming. In September 2015, Shigeru Miyamoto indicated that the project was “very close to completion.” However, it wasn’t until a Nintendo Direct last September that the game was properly announced.
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Microsoft wins FTC fight, given go ahead in the US to acquire Activision Blizzard
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A court case between Microsoft and the FTC has been settled, with a California judge making a final ruling. After nearly a week of testimony, Microsoft’s acquisition has been given the go ahead.
The FTC could choose to appeal the decision. It’s worth noting though that the regulator let things go after a court provided Meta with permission to acquire Within. Because of this, it’s though that the FTC could move on from the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard case as well.
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt update out now (version 4.04), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt just got a big update on Switch, bringing the game to version 4.04.
The update includes content from version 4.0 that we’ve been waiting for on Nintendo’s console plus a new cross-progresion feature. It also comes with bug fixes, gameplay adjustments, and quality-of-life changes as well as additional content inspired by Netflix’s The Witcher.
Here’s the full rundown:
Zoo Park Story releasing on Switch next week
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
The next Kairosoft is heading to Switch, with the company announcing Zoo Park Story for the platform. It will debut on July 27, 2023.
Learn more about the sim game in the following overview:
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LEGO Bricktales gains Summer 2023 update with new content
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Original (7/12): A new Summer 2023 update has just come to LEGO Bricktales which adds new content to the game.
A new summer-themed diorama is now available for players, along with five new construction puzzles, including speaker scaffolding, animated stage LEDs and a fireworks display, one traversal puzzle, three new wardrobe items and two new music tracks.
More: ClockStone, LEGO Bricktales, Thunderful, title update
Famitsu review scores – July 20, 2023
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in General Gaming, News | 0 comments
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
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King & Balloon is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Switch
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Hamster is putting King & Balloon on Switch eShop as the latest Arcade Archives game, the company just announced. A release is planned for July 20, 2023.
Originally developed and released by Namco in 1980, King & Balloon is a shooter game, where the player will need to hit balloons before they can carry away the king. The king will react depending on the player’s performance, speaking in a synthesised voice under certain circumstances.
More: Arcade Archives, Hamster
Upcoming Japanese eShop releases – July 27, 2023
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of July 27, 2023. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Pokemon Unite update out now (version 1.11.1.2), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
The latest update for Pokemon Unite went live today, with the game moving up to version 1.11.1.2. We also have the full patch notes.
The update includes Panic Parade, which unlocks on July 21. Also added is a new item, second anniversary prize machine, lots of balance adjustments, and more.
