Astroneer gets final Switch release date, physical version on the way
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
When Astroneer was announced for Switch this past summer, it already had a confirmed January 2022 release window. Today, developer System Era Softworks revealed a final date of January 13, 2022. Additionally, a physical version is confirmed with Gearbox Publishing handling distribution at a later date (currently estimated for February).
Astroneer for Switch is described as “the complete experience, including the brand-new Xenobiology update that will introduce mysterious creatures and new adventures.” Here players will go on “a narrative focused mission all over the solar system to discover the secrets behind these curious cephalopods.” Astroneer has been “thoroughly reworked” on Switch “to ensure a great performing experience” and there’s support for local multiplayer.
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Next Sonic game, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie confirmed for The Game Awards 2021
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
The Game Awards 2021 will have not one, but two new Sonic debuts.
On the game side of things, SEGA intends to show off the next core 3D entry in the franchise. The project was originally announced for Switch earlier this year with a brief CG teaser. Not much is known at present, though that should change come tomorrow. SEGA has thus far only committed to a 2022 release window. We actually don’t have a confirmed name just yet.
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Arcade Paradise confirmed for physical release, new trailer
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A physical version of Arcade Paradise is on the way, publisher Wired Productions and developer Nosebleed Interactive confirmed today. All copies include a folded double-sided poster, graffiti sticker set, reversible King Wash sleeve, and digital Extended Play download. Pricing is set at $29.99 / £24.99 / €29.99 with pre-orders open here.
For more on Arcade Paradise, read the following overview:
Puzzle adventure game OneShot coming to Switch
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Publisher Dangen Entertainment and developer Future Cat today announced that OneShot, a top-down puzzle adventure game, is in development for Switch. The news was shared in celebration of the title’s fifth anniversary having originally debuted on PC.
OneShot stars Niko, a child tasked with returning light to a desolate world that has been shrouded in darkness. The game involves guiding the character through a mysterious world as he looks to restore its long-dead sun. It’s been teased that new, console-specific features are in the works with further details to follow at a later date.
Here’s a rundown of OneShot’s features:
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Switch network services, including Switch Online, hit by outage
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original: Nintendo is currently dealing with an outage situation with Switch as all network services are currently impacted, including Switch Online.
Based on the information Nintendo has provided, it appears that the issues began at around 7:30 AM PT / 10:30 AM ET / 3:30 PM in the UK / 4:30 PM in Europe. It is not currently clear when service will be fully restored. Nintendo’s site merely states, “We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.”
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Ice Station Z update arriving today (version 1.3), patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Developer Wobbly Tooth has announced that Ice Station Z is receiving a new update later today. Here’s what is being changed:
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Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl surpass 6 million units sold
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in News, Switch | 0 comments
According to a translation by Serebii, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl surpassed 6 million global sales during their launch week.
Dragon Buster is this week’s Arcade Archives game on Switch
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Hamster has been porting classic arcade games to the Switch eShop nearly every week for several years through its Arcade Archives label. The collection of retro games has grown to span hundreds of titles.
This week, they are continuing the practice by bringing the RPG Dragon Buster to the platform. Below the break are some details on the game from the International Arcade Museum:
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The Red Lantern Pack Life update out now, patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in News, Switch | 0 comments
Timberline Games has announced that a new update is now available for the Red Lantern that includes some new content and many bug fixes. Here are the full patch notes:
Dreamscaper update out now (version 1.1), patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Ervin in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A new update has arrived for action-RPG roguelite Dreamscaper bringing many new features, items, rooms, quality of life improvements, and bug fixes. Here are the full patch notes:
