Famitsu software sales (9/16/24 – 9/22/24) – Top 30
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Kamaitachi no Yoru x3 – 23,051 / NEW
2. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 7,811 / 6,005,594
3. [PS5] Astro Bot – 6,967 / 28,521
4. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports – 6,258 / 1,428,479
5. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 6,203 / 7,914,922
6. [NSW] Minecraft – 5,960 / 3,637,144
7. [NSW] Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-2025 – 4,430 / 292,389
8. [NSW] Ring Fit Adventure – 4,156 / 3,631,813
9. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 3,494 / 5,587,522
10. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Violet – 3,758 / 5,415,264
All echoes in Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
We’ve got a complete list of all echoes in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom following today’s launch.
Echoes are how you’ll do most of your exploring in the game. With the fairy Tri at your side who gives you access to the Tri Rod, you can create imitations of things found in the environment. These can then be used when you’re looking to solve puzzles and battle enemies.
2D platformer Lapin coming to Switch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
September 11: CFK will be bringing Lapin to Switch, the company has announced. As of now it does not have a release window.
Originally released by Studio Doodal in 2023, Lapin is a 2D platformer that follows the adventures of an expedition of brave rabbits. Across five episodes, players will have to nimbly control their character to overcome life-threatening obstacles, meet new friends, and embark on new adventures through new lands.
Additional information can be found in the following overview:
More: CFK, Lapin, Studio Doodal
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom earns top prize at Japan Game Awards 2024, full list of winners
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
During the Tokyo Game Show today, the Japan Game Awards 2024 were held, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom took home the biggest honor of the night. The results were based on games released between April 1, 2023, and March 31, 2024.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was chosen for the Grand Award. Worth noting, the Switch exclusive also earned Best Sales Award and was one of the titles selected for Award for Excellence. Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi and producer Eiji Aonuma were both in attendance.
The full list of winners for the 2024 Japan Game Awards are as follows:
Warside release date set for January, new trailer
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Thanks to First Break Labs and Lavabird, the release date for Warside is now available. The two sides are planning on bringing it to Switch on January 28, 2025.
Warside, an Advance Wars-style game, was announced for Switch close to two years ago. Despite being planned for Fall 2023, development ended up taking another year.
Catch up on everything you need to know in the following overview:
More: First Break Labs, Lavabird, Warside
Voidwrought release date set for October, new trailer
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
After it was announced towards the start of the year, we’ve now got the release date for Voidwrought. Kwalee and Powersnake have it nailed down for October 24, 2024 on Switch.
Voidwrought, a cosmic horror action platformer, was unveiled in March. We now know it’s coming next month after we were initially given a 2024 release window.
More: Kwalee, Powersnake, Voidwrought
Critter Cafe release date set for November, new trailer
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Today, publisher Secret Mode and developer Sumo Digital gave a release date for Critter Cafe. The title arrives for Switch on November 26, 2024.
Critter Cafe, a cafe management game, was originally made known for Switch in June. Secret Mode and Sumo Digital only committed to a 2024 launch window at the time.
Here’s some information about the project:
More: Critter Cafe, Secret Mode
Wizardry: Proving Grounds will have a physical release on Switch
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Wizardry: Proving Grounds is on track to receive a physical release. That news comes from Clear River Games, who will distribute the PEGI version in Europe starting November 21, 2024. Limited Run Games is also readying an ESRB-rated version for fans in North America.
As of now neither company has said anything regarding special editions. It looks like Wizardry: Proving Grounds will only have a standard physical release.
Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom wanted poster tote bag added to My Nintendo
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Over on My Nintendo, the rewards site is celebrating the launch of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom with a new reward. Members can now get their hands on tote bag that features Zelda’s wanted poster from the game.
Nintendo says that the canvas gas is 100 percent cotton. You can use it to pack for casual outings or fold it up and use it to go on a shopping spree. The size measures 15″ x 16″.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons K.K. Slider statue revealed
Posted on 1 month ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
First 4 Figures is back with a new Nintendo statue, this time for K.K. Slider of the beloved Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
K.K. Slider, a traveling musician who plays songs on his guitar, has been recreated from the Switch game. First 4 Figures says its new product “faithfully captures K.K. Slider’s appearance, from his black, dot-like eyes to his white fur.” And yes, his guitar is here as well. K.K.’s base is inspired by the Animal Crossing: New Horizons art style as well.
