The most and least useful amiibo figures ever released
Posted on 2 months ago by Ethan in Features, General Nintendo, Switch | 0 comments
With confirmation that the Nintendo Switch 2 is backwards compatible with Switch software, it’s safe to assume that includes amiibo – and if that’s true, then it’s also safe to assume that Nintendo’s signature lineup of toys-to-life figurines isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. That being said, there are hundreds of amiibo figures to choose from, and that’s not even including amiibo cards. So today, we’re analyzing which specific figures are the most useful across many Nintendo games. And although we did look at eight of the most useless amiibo almost a year ago, we’ll also be determining the definitive most useless amiibo today.
Steer clear of Xenoblade Chronicles X’s worst affinity quest
Posted on 2 months ago by Ethan in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier this week, Reddit user NeverGonnaGetBanned shared an extremely helpful tip on the Xenoblade Chronicles subreddit aimed at those playing Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition for the first time. And it’s so helpful that we figured we’d share the tip here for visibility – it concerns Xenoblade Chronicles X’s affinity quests. You can only accept one of these at a time, and once you’ve accepted one, you must finish it before you start another affinity quest or a main story quest.
Distant Bloom, cozy management and exploration game, announced for Nintendo Switch [update: release date]
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
February 7: Today, publisher Kinda Brave and developer Ember Trail announced Distant Bloom for Nintendo Switch. A release window has yet to be provided.
Distant Bloom is described as a “serene management game” that “lets you explore an alien planet where things have gone amiss.” You’ll be using plants to restore the world and build a community with your crewmates.
More: Distant Bloom, Ember Trail, Kinda Brave
Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land launch trailer
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Going along with the release, we’ve got the official launch trailer for Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. The long-running franchise brings its latest entry to Nintendo Switch today.
Here’s some information about the RPG:
Is this Game Trying to Kill Me coming to Nintendo Switch
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Today, Sometimes You announced a new console release for Is this Game Trying to Kill Me, and the game is soon launching on Nintendo Switch. It’s planned for April 4, 2025.
Is this Game Trying to Kill Me originally came to PC last year, courtesy of Stately Snail. It features both horror and first-person puzzle gameplay elements.
Learn more about it via the following overview:
Dave the Diver reveals Yakuza: Like a Dragon DLC, Ichiban’s Holiday [update: release date]
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
February 12: Dave the Diver has another collaboration in the cards, and has now revealed Ichiban’s Holiday DLC. The new content drops this April.
The Ichiban’s Holiday DLC features a partnership with SEGA’s Yakuza / Like a Dragon franchise. There’s a new plot here, new mini-games, and more.
Here’s the full rundown, courtesy of Mintrocket:
More: Dave the Diver, DLC, Mintrocket, Nexon
Famitsu software sales (3/10/25 – 3/16/25) – Top 30
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [PS5] Monster Hunter Wilds – 40,632 / 742,869
2. [NSW] Super Mario Party Jamboree – 8,772 / 1,228,548
3. [NSW] Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster – 7,330 / 46,214
4. [NSW] Donkey Kong Country Returns HD – 6,938 / 232,050
5. [NSW] Minecraft – 5,851 / 3,832,963
6. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 5,590 / 6,283,003
7. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Violet – 4,351 / 5,538,030
8. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 3,794 / 8,089,216
9. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 3,048 / 5,732,749
10. [NSW] Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Fullland of Water and Light – 2,524 / NEW
Crypt Custodian to receive Nintendo Switch physical release
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Today, Welsh distributor and publisher Curveball announced that it’s producing a physical release for Crypt Custodian on Nintendo Switch. This comes as part of a new partnership between Top Hat Studios and Kyle Thompson.
Top Hat Studios’ Andi Han noted today: “Crypt Custodian is one of the highlights of the whole Metroidvania genre that’ve been released in the past year, and it also encapsulates the kind of thing we love in games: great ideas, attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to fun, made by a developer pursuing what fulfils them artistically. We’re pleased to see the game coming to retail in physical form, and that many more players will have the delight of experiencing it.”
Nintendo Switch Online adding Nobunaga’s Ambition games, Romance of the Three Kingdoms 4, Uncharted Water: New Horizons
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Four more SNES games are on the way to Nintendo Switch Online with Nobunaga’s Ambition, Nobunaga’s Ambition: Lord of Darkness, Romance of the Three Kingdoms 4: Wall of Fire, and Uncharted Water: New Horizons joining the service. The full set will be available on March 28, 2025.
All of these titles can be accessed through the SNES app. Only a subscription is needed for the main service – no Expansion Pack membership required.
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Sonokuni, a Japanese hip hop biopunk action game, coming to Nintendo Switch [update: out next week]
Posted on 2 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
March 6: Today, Kakehashi Games and Don Yasa Crew announced that they’re bringing Sonokuni to Nintendo Switch. No release window was provided, but it’s planned to launch soon after the PC version – which is currently slated for Q1 2025.
Sonokuni is a Japanese hip hop biopunk action title. You’ll play as Takeru, a lone assassin tasked with raiding a surreal superpower empowered by biotechnology. The story is inspired by real-life Japanese mythology.
