[Let’s Talk] Most anticipated game of 2025
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With 2024 wrapping up in just a couple of weeks, it’s time to think about 2025. Next year is looking like it could be a very exciting year for Nintendo fans for a few different reasons, including the expected launch of Switch 2.
As far as what’s confirmed, there are actually a number of Nintendo Switch games already slated for the new year. From Nintendo, we’re finally getting Metroid Prime 4: Beyond years after it was announced along with Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, and Donkey Kong Country Returns HD. From third-parties, Tales of Graces f Remastered, Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter, Guilty Gear Strive, Civilization VII, Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero, Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, Suikoden I & II HD Remaster, Shadow Labyrinth, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, and Little Nightmares 3 are all on the way with even more planned.
Nintendo Switch 2 is obviously the wild card here. The new console is technically not confirmed for 2025 (only the announcement is), but is largely expected. By the time it comes out, it’ll be eight years since the release of the current Switch. A new console can bring all sorts of new experiences from Nintendo, but all of that exists in just a thought bubble currently.
So as we turn attention to 2025, what’s your most anticipated game – or games – of the year so far? Let us know in the comments.
Upcoming Japanese eShop releases for the week of December 26, 2024
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on Nintendo Switch for the week of December 26, 2024. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Astral Ascent “Rendezvous” update with Dead Cells crossover out now, patch notes
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Astral Ascent is back with a new “Rendezvous” update, which is led by a brand new Dead Cells crossover.
Five new weapons have been made available tying in with Dead Cells. A couple of small features and bug fixes are also included.
Here’s what to expect from the update:
Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered review for Nintendo Switch
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System: Switch
Release date: December 10, 2024
Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Publisher: Aspyr
One of many series that I have mourned the loss of over the last two decades is Legacy of Kain. After the disastrous Nosgoth spinoff was cancelled and the IP was passed back and forth over the years with various acquisitions, it seemed to be a series that would be eventually forgotten about. The Soul Reaver duology received widespread critical acclaim at the time of their release, and even though this was 25 years ago, their resurrection on the Nintendo Switch as Legacy of Kain Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered shows that time has done little to dull what made them such noteworthy titles when they were first released.
Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero launch trailer
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Following up on the debut of Leif’s Adventure: Netherworld Hero, a launch trailer has arrived. OneManOnMars Art is showing off its game that has been in the works for seven years.
We’ve got details about the action adventure experience in the following overview:
Penguin Helper incoming for Nintendo Switch
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Penguin Helper, which released on PC a few months ago to positive feedback, is now gearing up for a Nintendo Switch launch. We’re hearing that it’s coming sometime this month – there’s just no exact date yet.
We’re told that Penguin Helper “has been carefully designed for the Nintendo Switch, offering seamless gameplay and replayability.” The first-person game is all about becoming a rescuer for penguins.
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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – December 21, 2024
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The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of December 21, 2024 are now available.
Super Mario Party Jamboree is, once again, at the very top. However, Okami HD made a strong run this week thanks to a massive discount and the announcement of the Okami sequel at The Game Awards 2024.
Below are the full Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of December 21, 2024:
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Octopath Traveler I and II combined shipments and digital sales top five million
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Square Enix has shared a new sales milestones for the Octopath Traveler series. Since launch, total shipments and digital sales for the RPGs have surpassed five million units worldwide.
That news was shared in an official tweet today. A special piece of art was posted to celebrate, which we have below:
505 Games Nintendo Switch eShop sale: lowest prices ever for Bloodstained, Eiyuden Chronicle, more
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505 Games kicked off a significant Nintendo Switch eShop sale this week as some big games are at their lowest prices ever, including Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, and more. Other hits like Abzu and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons have also been discounted.
Here’s the full lineup:
Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom’s Tri was initially more human-like
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Zelda games are known for their companions, and in Echoes of Wisdom, Tri served that purpose. In a Famitsu interview, the team gave some insight into how the character was finalized.
The most interesting thing here is that, according to co-director Tomomi Sano, Tri originally had a more human-like design in Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. However, after Tri’s role shifted a bit, so did the character itself. Series producer Eiji Aonuma also stated that having the character not be human was “essential” since “the fact they couldn’t understand human emotions was an important point.”
