Mario & Luigi: Brothership 1.0.1 update out now, patch notes
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Nintendo just released a new version 1.0.1 update for Mario & Luigi: Brothership.
The patch comes at an interesting time. The game has been out since November, but we’re just now getting this update. Still, it’s one you’ll want to install if you’re playing. While it doesn’t include new content, a handful of bugs have been fixed.
The full rundown is as follows:
Pokemon GO dev Niantic to sell its gaming business to Scopely
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According to a report from Bloomberg, Niantic is gearing up for a sale of its video game business to Scopely. The outlets cites “several people familiar with the discussions.”
No official announcements have been made at this time. However, Bloomberg states that a price of $3.5 billion is currently being thrown around. An official announcement is expected in the weeks ahead.
Roguelike deckbuilder Last Spartan: Glory Over Madness heading to Nintendo Switch
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Entalto Publishing, in partnership with developer BAD Spiele Studio, has confirmed plans to release Last Spartan: Glory Over Madness on Nintendo Switch. It was initially slated for February 2025, but now seems to be coming later in the year.
Last Spartan: Glory Over Madness is a roguelike deckbuilder with dynamic dice mechanics. In the game, players are tasked with guiding King Leonidas through a nightmare realm as they look to reclaim the homeland from darkness.
Physics destruction game Blow It Up slated for Nintendo Switch
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Today, Brain Seal Entertainment shared the news that it’s putting Blow It Up on Nintendo Switch. A release is scheduled for early March 2025.
Blow It Up is a physics destruction game where chaos meets creativity that takes inspiration from Angry Birds and Crush the Castle. By shooting bombs, you’ll destroy enemies that are hiding behind different structures.
Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2025 announced for February 24
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Annapurna Interactive has announced one of its regular broadcasts, and the 2025 edition of the Annapurna Interactive Showcase now has a date. The event will be held on February 24, 2025 at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET / 5 PM in the UK / 6 PM in Europe.
Today’s notice mentions that the broadcast will be roughly 2025 minutes long. The publisher will be highlighting its 2025 lineup, though there’ll also be “a few more surprises”.
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To the Moon: Sigmund Minisode 1 and 2 coming to Nintendo Switch [update: out now]
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December 19: Today, Serenity Forge and Freebird Games announced that To the Moon: Sigmund Minisode 1 and 2 are heading to Nintendo Switch. Both are planned for early 2025 on the console.
These two experiences first launched for PC in 2013 and 2015 respectively. Both offer a wider look at the To the Moon universe.
The Backrooms 1998 out on Nintendo Switch next week, new trailer
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The Backrooms 1998 was announced for Nintendo Switch less than a month ago, but it already has a release date. Feardemic and Steelkrill Studio will be bringing it over on February 20, 2025.
As previously mentioned, The Backrooms 1998 is a found footage survival horror game. The recent announcement did not provide a release window, but it turns out we’re just a few days away from the console debut.
Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy getting worldwide Nintendo Switch release
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Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy is coming to Nintendo Switch worldwide, Idea Factory and Compile Heart announced today. The game launches in 2025.
Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy is a dungeon-crawling RPG. While it debuted in Japan at the end of last year, there was no word on an English release – until today. Now we know that it’ll be launching in North America and Europe.
Here’s an official overview:
The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy story trailer, characters trailer #3
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February 11: The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy received two new trailers today focusing on the game’s story and more characters. The latter video highlights Takemaru Yakushiji, Shouma Ginzaki, Moko Mojiro, Nigou, and Nozomi Kirifuji.
Here’s some information about the latest batch of characters:
The Making of Karateka, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, and Tetris Forever getting physical releases on Nintendo Switch
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Digital Eclipse has announced not one, but three physical releases – The Making of Karateka, Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, and Tetris Forever are all getting the boxed treatment.
These titles were previously made available digitally as part of the company’s Gold Master series. They will now be available physically for the first time.
Standard editions will be sold for $34.99 (€34.99). There’ll also be Deluxe Editions for The Making of Karateka and Llamasoft: The Jeff Minter Story, featuring special packaging and unique collectibles for $69.99 (€69.99). Finally, Tetris Forever is getting a collector’s edition for $139.99 (€139.99) and includes special packaging, collectibles, and an exclusive handheld unit featuring two Tetris games.
