Valve on Switch and Steam Deck comparisons, says they were designed around differing philosophies
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Last week, Valve unveiled its new Steam Deck system. The device has drawn plenty of comparisons to Switch since it’s capable of playing big games on the go (with docking support as well) and in some ways reminds gamers of Nintendo’s console from a design standpoint.
Valve itself has now commented on those comparisons. Designer Greg Coomer is the first to weigh in, telling IGN that Switch a “great device,” but feels the company is targeting a different audience.
He said:
Switch OLED up for pre-order on Amazon Canada
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Update (7/24): This sold out for a bit on Amazon Canada but is now back up here.
Original (7/22): Amazon Canada has now opened pre-orders for the Switch OLED. Both versions are available: white and neon.
You can pre-order the Switch OLED on Amazon Canada here. The system releases on October 8.
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Maneater update out now on Switch (version 1.02), patch notes
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Maneater has been updated on Switch. A few days ago, Tripwire Interactive started distribution of version 1.02.
Below are the full patch notes, featuring bug fixes:
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Shin Megami Tensei V daily demon vol. 038 – Succubus
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Atlus has gone live with the latest demon showcase video for Shin Megami Tensei V. For today’s update, we have a closer look at Succubus.
Here’s the full video:
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UK sales for June 2021
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Thanks to GamesIndustry, we have new insight into the UK gaming market for June 2021.
Switch was the third best-selling console of the month, falling behind the PS5 and Xbox Series. However, sales of Nintendo’s system did see an increase in June compared with May. Switch is the second best-selling console in 2021 thus far overall – ahead of the Xbox Series, but the PS5 is on top.
Nintendo was the most successful publisher in June regarding physical games at retail. Mario Golf: Super Rush, a new release for the month, debuted at #6.
Here’s a look at the best sellers of June:
Arcade Archives Vendetta, Darwin 4078 footage
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Arcade Archives Vendetta and Arcade Archives Darwin 4078 were both shown off during a Famitsu live stream this week. For the full recording with footage, continue on below.
Those that are interested in Arcade Archives Vendetta and Arcade Archives Darwin 4078 can purchase them now on the Switch eShop.
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First-person survival horror game Horror Tales: The Wine coming to Switch next week
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According to an eShop listing, Switch will be receiving a new first-person horror game next week. Horror Tales: The Wine is listed for July 30 on the digital store.
Here’s some information about the game as well as a trailer:
Switch eShop charts – July 24, 2021
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Bandai Namco hosting July 2021 Switch eShop sale, some prices hit new lows
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Bandai Namco is back again with another Switch eShop sale. Some of the publisher’s titles are at new lows, including Captain Tsubasa, Mr. Driller DrillLand, Ni no Kuni, and more.
Below is the full list:
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Nintendo leak lists scrapped DS projects, including Pokemon Pinball, Geist DS, PLUCKER proposal from Magic the Gathering creator
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Earlier this week, we heard about a whole bunch of Wii projects that were left on the cutting room floor, including a Metroid game from Intelligent Systems. We now have the equivalent from the DS side of things. Once again, this news comes from the latest Nintendo leaks as part of the company’s overall “gigaleak”.
One notable revelation is that it appears Metroid Prime Pinball developer Fuse was once planning a new Pokemon Pinball game for DS, and it would have included Wi-Fi support. We also have confirmation about the long-rumored Geist DS – complete with online play. Also, there’s something here called “PLUCKER” – a strategy game proposed by Magic the Gathering creator Richard Garfield.
Here’s the full roundup regarding DS details uncovered from this week’s Nintendo leak, courtesy of MondoMega:
