PlatinumGames on Astral Chain’s sound effects that play a special role in the game
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Although Astral Chain has already been released, PlatinumGames is continuing its developer blog series. This time around, we’re able to hear from sound designer Naoki Hiraiwa.
In his piece, Hiraiwa discusses the little touches put into the sound effects. This includes choosing the impact of between the male and female twins, differences for the Slime-type chimeras, and effects used to help during gameplay.
Here’s the full piece:
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Japan Game Awards 2019 results announced, Smash Bros. Ultimate wins big
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The annual Japan Game Awards were held at the Tokyo Game Show today. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate took home several wins, including the esteemed Grand Award.
As for other products represented, Nintendo Labo won for “Special Prize”. Dragon Quest Builders 2 was included in the “Award for Excellence” category.
Below are the full results:
Nintendo reveals Ring Fit Adventure, launches October 18
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Nintendo has announced Ring Fit Adventure for Switch. The adventure game, which “incorporates fun new accessories that turn real-world movement into in-game actions in a quest to save the world”, launches on October 18.
Here’s the full announcement with all of the details:
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Lots of The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening footage
Posted on 5 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
We’re just a little over a week away from the release of the Link’s Awakening remake on Nintendo Switch. Several outlets just released some new footage of the game, which you can watch below.
Here’s 10 minutes of footage of the game running in handheld mode, courtesy of Gaming Boulevard:
Amnesia: Collection sees surprise release on Nintendo Switch
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Last year, Frictional Games’ Thomas Grip talked about the possibility of bringing the Amnesia series of horror games to Nintendo Switch. Today, that possibility became a reality – the Amnesia: Collection is out now on the Switch eShop. This collection includes a total of three games: Amnesia: The Dark Descent, its expansion Amnesia: Justine, as well as Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs. Check out the announcement trailer:
Fire Emblem Heroes: Tactics Drills updated, next Lost Lore event coming soon
Posted on 5 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
It’s Thursday, which means that a new map has been added to Tactics Drills in Fire Emblem Heroes. “Long-Haired Swordsmen” can be found in the Grandmaster section; clearing it gets you 300 feathers.
Also, the next Lost Lore event has been announced. It’ll start on September 14. No further details have been announced so far, such as which Fire Emblem world will be the focus this time, or if there will be any changes from the first event.
Z Chaser mode revealed for Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection
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Today, Capcom revealed a brand new mode that’ll be included in the Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection. “Z Chaser” is essentially a speedrun mode in which you try to clear stages as quickly as possible. There’s also a local co-op option, as well as online leaderbords. Check out the trailer for it:
Umihara Kawase BaZooKa!! announced for Switch
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Earlier this week, we heard that a new Umihara Kawase game was in the works for Switch. At the Tokyo Game Show today, Success Corporation announced that the project in question is Umihara Kawase BaZooKa!! (title tentative).
Umihara Kawase BaZooKa!! is a “rubbering battle action”. Up to four players can participate in online multiplayer. Original playable characters are planned, along with Success and Studio Saizensen characters from games such as Sayonara Umihara Kawase, Doki Doki Poyacchio, and Cotton.
Umihara Kawase BaZooKa!! launches for Switch in summer 2020. It will include English, Japanese, and Chinese language options.
River City Melee Mach!! system trailer
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Arc System Works has issued a new system trailer for River City Melee Mach!!, which launches for Switch worldwide on October 10. Check it out below.
Duo of Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! trailers
Posted on 5 years ago by Devin(@Sonicb00m111) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Konami has shared two new trailers for their recently revealed title Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban!.
The first is an announcement trailer for the game debuted at Tokyo Game Show 2019, while the other is the first in a series of “Nationwide Property Tour” videos that will showcase different areas of Japan. Those interested can view the videos below.
