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Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened gameplay

The remake of Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened dropped this week, and we have gameplay from the Switch version. 28 minutes of footage has surfaced.

Here’s an official overview with more information about the title:

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:

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Nintendo Russia import ban

We heard last year that Nintendo had halted shipments to Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine. However, it’s being reported that the head of Nintendo’s Russian division seemingly set up a secondary company to import and sell games to get around the ban. Meanwhile, the Big N itself has also weighed in with an official statement.

Kommersant reports that Metroid Prime Remastered is being sold in Russia through Achivka. Yasha Haddazhi, who’s leading things over at Nintendo Russia, is apparently importing Nintendo games and consoles. Haddazji apparently founded Achivka last December and is the majority owner. Ksenia Kachalova is also a minority owner.


zelda breath of the wild sound effects

Sound effects are an important aspect of game development, but it took on an especially big priority in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. There’s a greater emphasis on exploration and nature, so it isn’t always filled with bombastic music that the series is known for.

In a piece published on Nintendo’s recruitment site, developer Takuro Yasuda provided some insight into the creation of sound effects in Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Interestingly, it was shared that he used his own voice for the Yiga Clan. Yasuda also touched on how he came up with the idea of different sounds being played for Link’s bag depending on which foot the character was stepping on.

Our full translation of the piece regarding sound effects in Zelda: Breath of the Wild is as follows: 

Terra Flame

Terarin Games has announced that its horizon shoot ’em up Terra Flame will launch on Switch this month. The title’s release is slated for April 30, 2023.

An official overview with a bit of additional information can be found below.

Fitness Circuit systems introduction

Spike Chunsoft issued a new trailer for Fitness Circuit today that provides a closer look at the game’s systems, and also released a demo.

The free demo takes players through the opening and tutorial, as well as the main Daily Circuit mode. It includes a total of five days of play, and over that time provides access to 12 of the 45 types of training in the Daily Circuit. Progress carries over to the full version.

Hallmark Nintendo ornaments 2023

It’s always around this time when we hear about Hallmark’s plans for Nintendo ornaments for the year, and that continues once again.

Different ornaments are planned for Animal Crossing, Metroid, Super Mario, Mario Kart, and Pokemon. Samus getting in on the fun seems to be new for 2023.

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Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections Naruto Uzumaki (Baryon Mode) Sasuke Uchiha (Supporting Kage)

Two new characters have been announced for Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections, with Naruto Uzumaki (Baryon Mode), Sasuke Uchiha (Supporting Kage) joining the fray.

Additionally, the new original story has been teased. Boruto will be taking center stage in the latest content.

Here’s the full rundown:

The Brave Dungeon / Dark Witch series has returned again with a new entry on Switch titled Brave Dungeon: The Meaning of Justice. You can play it right now.

Here’s the official eShop description with everything you need to know:

Zelda Tears Kingdom start sky

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will have players beginning their journey in the sky, according to the official website.

It’s been made very clear at this point that the game is based on the same Hyrule from Breath of the Wild. However, many new additions and changes are included this time around – including floating islands to explore. The website indicates that the game starts here, and Link will then be able to return to the surface.


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