Wing of the Asteria, a Greek-mythology themed side-scrolling shooter, announced for Switch
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PiXEL is bringing a new game to Switch and PC (via Steam) called Wing of Asteria. This game is a side-scrolling shoot ’em up based on Greek mythology and it is planned for a 2021 release in Japan. It is unknown at this time if it will be localized for other languages.
Notable people involved in development include Shujirou Hamakawa as a character designer (Twin bee, High School DxD, etc.) and Yoshinori Kawamoto who is part of the Bandai Namco Studios Sound Team (Burning Force, Star Fox: Assault, etc.) as a composer. They, along with the rest of the development team, will be bringing a brand new story with unique characters, scenery, and creatures in Wing of Asteria.
All this comes from a press release from PiXEL that was translated courtesy of Gematsu and more of their translation, including character descriptions/portraits, are included below.
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Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 21, 2020
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Bravely Default II moves up another spot while Paper Mario: The Origami King and Namcot Collection appear for the first time.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between June 4 and June 10.
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Switch eShop deals – 20XX, Elliot Quest, Saints Row, Super Crush KO, more
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A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Switch eShop. These include 20XX, Elliot Quest, Saints Row, Super Crush KO, and more.
Here are the full highlights:
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Samurai Shodown revealing new DLC character during New Game+ Expo
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SNK was previously confirmed to be attending the New Game+ Expo. Now the company has confirmed that it will be unveiling Samurai Shodown news, as the last DLC character for Season 2 will be unveiled. A silhouette teasing the new fighter is attached above.
New Game+ Expo is set to air on June 23 beginning at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET / 4 PM in the UK / 5 PM in Europe. The event will be live streamed on Twitch.
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Mary Skelter Finale opening movie
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Compile Heart today published the opening movie for Mary Skelter Finale, its 3D dungeon RPG for Switch. Give it a look below.
Mary Skelter Finale launches for Switch in Japan on October 8.
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Pre-order updates – June 21, 2020
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Demon’s Rise: War for the Deep footage
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Demon’s Rise: War for the Deep, a turn-based tactical RPG from Silesia Games and Wave Light Games, will soon be landing on Switch. Find some footage in the video below.
Demon’s Rise: War for the Deep launches for Switch via the eShop on July 9.
UK software sales – June 21, 2020
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Fire Emblem Heroes hosting Summoning Focus: Weekly Revival 15 once again
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Summoning Focus: Weekly Revival 15 has returned in Fire Emblem Heroes. 5-star Heroes who showed up before the start of Book II appear as focus Heroes, and the focus lineup changes each week.
You’ll be able to partake in Summoning Focus: Weekly Revival 15 until June 28.
[Interview] Ninjala dev reveals project’s origins, talks focus on reduced network delay, post-launch plans, more
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Two years after its initial announcement, Ninjala is about to make its debut on Switch. The action battle game will be launching on June 24.
Ahead of the upcoming release, we were able to speak with game designer Kazuki Morishita, who also worked on the original story. Morishita shared some interesting origins about Ninjala, spoke about some of the game’s inspirations, wanting to focus on reduced network delay, what’s in store after launch, and more.
Our full interview can be read below.
