[Review] Bloomtown: A Different Story
Posted on 3 months ago by Dawn in Reviews, Switch eShop | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: September 24, 2024
Developer: Lazy Bear Games
Publisher: Twin Sails
The feeling of déjà vu is not an uncommon one to experience when playing a game, particularly with indies, which have often drawn their inspiration from more successful and well-established franchises to create their own take on the formula. It’s not inherently a bad thing, but it was a feeling that I often had whilst I was playing Bloomtown: A Different Story. Despite a few questionable deviations here and there, it delivers an experience that at least matches its inspirations for enthusiasm and spirit, if not entirely in terms of satisfaction and enjoyment.
Retro-styled roguelike FPS Vampire Hunters announced for Switch
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Vampire Hunters has been announced for Switch, and the game is only a month away. Gamecraft Studios is bringing the title to Switch on October 30, 2024.
Vampire Hunters is a roguelike first-person shooter with a retro style. Inspired by Vampire Survivors, the game involves stacking weapons to make crazy builds and taking down enemies.
We’ve got further details in the following overview:
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Neon Blood release date set for November, physical version revealed
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Neon Blood not only received its release date today, but we also have news about a physical version.
Neon Blood arrives for Switch on November 26, 2024. On the same day, fans will be able to pick up the game at retail (at least in Europe, those in other regions can import). The physical limited edition includes a copy of the game, a metallic textured sleeve, art book, city guide, and downloadable soundtrack.
The Smurfs: Dreams demo incoming
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September 20: Microids is readying a demo for The Smurfs: Dreams, the company has announced. Those on Switch can download it starting on September 30, 2024.
The demo includes two levels from different worlds, each featuring a different Smurf (and therefore different gameplay styles). Co-op will be supported.
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Famitsu’s most wanted games – September 29, 2024
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is still on top and The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky the 1st appears for the first time.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between September 11 and September 17.
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Switch eShop deals – Little Kitty Big City, Kao the Kangaroo, Melty Blood, more
Posted on 3 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for Little Kitty Big City, Kao the Kangaroo, Melty Blood: Type Lumina, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Pre-order updates – September 29, 2024
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Nintendo maintenance schedule – September 29, 2024
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Nintendo’s latest maintenance schedule for the week of September 29, 2024 is now available.
A little bit of downtime is currently scheduled for all of Nintendo’s systems. Things should be wrapped up by the start of the week.
Below is the full Nintendo maintenance schedule for the week of September 29, 2024:
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Upcoming Japanese eShop releases for the week of October 3, 2024
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Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on Switch for the week of October 3, 2024. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
SEGA explains why it brought Shadow movie version to Shadow x Sonic Generations
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SEGA shared plenty of news about Shadow x Sonic Generations this week, but the big announcement was that Shadow from the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie will be featured in the game. A level will be included that’s inspired by the film and Keanu Reeves is even on board to voice the character for the DLC.
Series producer Shun Nakamura spoke about how this all came about in an interview with the PlayStation Blog. He started off by sharing the following:
