Ever Oasis director shares new details and concept art for the actual oasis
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment
Ever Oasis director Koichi Ishii is back with a new blog post. This time around, he goes over the actual oasis by sharing new details and concept art.
In the past, the desert world Vistrahda used to be lush green with lots of oases, and was brimming with life. However, due to the appearance of Chaos, the desert animals turned into Chaos Monsters, plants could no longer be raised, and the oases around the world necame reduced. Right now only a few oases and Beastmen settlements remain.
Those who do not live in either oases or settlements are traveling in the harsh and dangerous deserts. They have to endure scorching heat in day and hide themselves from violent Chaos Monsters in night, and they sleep in caves.
More: Ever Oasis, Grezzo, top
Dragon Quest XI was originally PS4-only, 3DS version was added later on
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 5 Comments
Dragon Quest XI will be launching on 3DS alongside a PlayStation 4 version in July. That wasn’t the original plan, however. In a pamphlet provided to fans at the Dragon Quest XI “Countdown Carnival” hands-on events, it’s revealed that the 3DS version was added later on in development.
Originally, development started as only a PlayStation 4 title. 3DS production began later due to its increase in userbase and Square Enix wanting more fans to experience the game.
Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii had some concerns about 3DS players feeling that they were playing an inferior version. So when an idea was brought up to include both 2D and 3D perspectives, he said: “That’s good!”.
Funnily enough, Square Enix is also planning Dragon Quest XI for Switch. We’ve yet to see anything from that version though.
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North American Hey! Pikmin teaser site open
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
Nintendo opened another teaser site for an upcoming 3DS game. Getting ready for its late July launch, Hey! Pikmin’s site is up here. While you wait for the full thing to open, you can catch up on some screenshots and gameplay information.
More: Arzest, Hey! Pikmin
Monster Hunter XX – Switch vs. 3DS comparisons
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images, Switch | 18 Comments
After coming to 3DS earlier in the year, Monster Hunter XX will now be gracing Switch in Japan. Capcom confirmed a late August release on Nintendo’s new console in Japan earlier today. To see how the two versions compare, take a look at some comparisons created by Gaijinhunter below.
More: Capcom, comparison, Monster Hunter XX
European Dr Kawashima’s Devilish Brain Training: Can you stay focused? boxart
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images | 2 Comments
Brain Age: Concentration Training originally launched in Japan back in 2012. In North America, the game followed a year later. Now after so many years have passed, it’s coming to Europe as Dr Kawashima’s Devilish Brain Training: Can you stay focused?
Thanks to Amazon, we now have the official European boxart. Have a look at the packaging image above.
Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia includes a hidden Sound Test mode
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 3 Comments
You may not be aware of it, but Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia actually has a hidden Sound Test mode. Accessing it is quite simple. On the title screen, press ↑ ↓ ← → ↑ to access it from Extras. Then you should be good to go. Just be warned that some track titles could be considered spoilers.
Dragon Quest XI – Countdown Carnival live stream recording (new footage)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Update: Added in some details rounded up by Gematsu below.
During the “Countdown Carnival” hands-on events for Dragon Quest XI, Square Enix hosted a special stage for the game and showed off some brand new footage. Check out the full recording below.
– A desert town called Samadhi was revealed
– Before the development of Dragon Quest XI, the staff went to Machu Picchu, so you may see its atmosphere reflected in the map
– White monsters on the Dragon Quest Life website are called “incarnations of time”
– You’ll frequently encounter them in various locations throughout the game world
– Horii couldn’t say too much about these monsters, as it would be a spoiler
– There are about 20 bases, including villages, towns, and castles
– A Japanese-stlye, Jipang-esque “fire town” was shown
– A major event will happen here
– Dragon Quest XI will have a “Restricted Play” system
– This lets you to play the game with certain restrictions
– A screenshot was shown where shopping was restricted
– Even when you talk to the owner of the shop while playing with shopping restrictions, you won’t be able to see what he is selling
More: Dragon Quest XI, Japan, Square Enix
XSEED gives another look at Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns’ upcoming DLC
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 2 Comments
Following up on last week’s update, XSEED has given Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns players a new look at the game’s upcoming DLC. We’re specifically shown some of the new outfits, including red formal wear for men & women. Have a look at the latest images below.
Nintendo games making a return in Brazil
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch | 67 Comments
Nintendo games haven’t been sold in Brazil since January 2015. However, the company now appears to be returning.
These titles are going through the classification process for release in Brazil:
1-2 Switch (Switch)
Mario Party: Star Rush (3DS)
Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon (3DS)
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch)
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam (3DS)
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright (3DS)
Kirby: Planet Robot (3DS)
Unfortunately, Prices are expected to be on the rise. While they were previously at R$330 to R$400, which would be the equivalent of US$90+ to US$120. NC Games, a local importer for games in Brazil, will be handling the distribution of Nintendo’s various titles.
Ever Oasis: full European website open
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment
Nintendo of Europe has launched the full & updated website for the upcoming 3DS game Ever Oasis in various languages; the English version can be found here.
There’s not a whole lot of new information to be found there, but it does give a nice overview of the game’s three core gameplay aspects (exploring the desert, fighting monsters & expanding your oasis) and there are tons of screenshots to look at.
