Xenoblade Chronicles 2 sales 1/3 higher in the UK compared to X; Mario Odyssey overtakes BotW
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 43 Comments
First week sales for Xenoblade Chronicles 2 in the UK were solid, but not phenomenal. However, it’s important to put this into perspective – the Xenoblade franchise is still a fairly niche affair, so the chances of it outselling triple A, multiplatform titles in the UK, which has traditionally been one of Nintendo’s worst markets, were always going to be slim.
Nonetheless, it marks the best debut for the franchise in the UK so far, as sales are up by a third compared to Xenoblade Chronicles X, which was released on the Wii U two years ago. While we don’t have exact numbers yet, Xenoblade Chronicles X sold 10,500 copies in the UK in its first week, so Xenoblade Chronicles 2 should be at about 14,000. First week sales for the original Xenoblade Chronicles on the Wii were at 6,000, so the series has been experiencing a steady growth.
On the higher end of the sales spectrum, meanwhile, Super Mario Odyssey continues to dominate. It has been the best-selling Switch game each week since its debut in late October, and it has now overtaken The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild as the second best-selling Switch game this year. It remains to be seen if it can take the #1 spot from Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, though at its current pace, it’s certainly possible.
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UK software sales (Week ending 12/2/2017) – Switch/Wii U/3DS charts
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s Switch/ Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:
Switch
1. Super Mario Odyssey – Nintendo
2. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Nintendo
3. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo
4. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle – Ubisoft
5. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
6. 1-2-Switch – Nintendo
7. Just Dance 2018 – Ubisoft
8. Sonic Forces – SEGA
9. Lego Marvel Super Heroes – Warner Bros. Interactive
10. Rayman Legends: Definitive Edition – Ubisoft
Wii U
1. Just Dance 2018 – Ubisoft
2. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo
3. Minecraft: Wii U Edition – Nintendo
4. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo
5. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – Nintendo
6. New Super Bros. U + Super Luigi U – Nintendo
7. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Nintendo
8. Splatoon – Nintendo
9. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD – Nintendo
10. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo
3DS
1. Pokemon Ultra Sun – Nintendo
2. Pokemon Ultra Moon – Nintendo
3. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
4. Miitopia – Nintendo
5. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
6. Super Mario 3D Land – Nintendo
7. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
8. Luigi’s Mansion 2 – Nintendo
9. Super Mario Maker- Nintendo
10. Layton’s Mystery Journey – Nintendo
Source: Chart-Track
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UK software sales (Week ending 12/2/2017)
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch | 3 Comments
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Fire Emblem Heroes – Children of Fate summoning event live
Posted on 7 years ago by Nick in Mobile, News | 1 Comment
A new summoning focus is now live and will be available from today to December 18th. This focus has three new heroes as the focus: Siegbert, Soleil and Shiro. If your feeling up for it you can try for these three heroes.
My Hero Academia: One’s Justice screenshots and details
Posted on 7 years ago by Nick in News, Screenshots, Switch | 1 Comment
Bandai Namco has opened up the My Hero Academia: One’s Justice Japanese website which provides some details about the game and provides some screenshots and art. Here is a short description of the game from Gematsu:
-About
Fight, for every justice—. My Hero Academia appears as a battle action game where “Quirks” collide! Experience diverse battles on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch through realistic stage destruction by using superhuman powers called “Quirks,” and take full advantage of the buildings and walls placed throughout the stage. Go Plus Ultra with My Hero Academia: One’s Justice.
Famitsu’s most wanted games (12/3/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 1 Comment
It’s time for the latest Famitsu‘s most wanted games chart. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 ends its run at #3.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between November 16 and November 21.
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Miitomo – new items (12/3/17)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
A number of new items have been added to Miitomo. Among the selection you’ll find in the app, the following are now available:
– Headset
– Hero scarf
– Elegant roses
– School uniform (long)
These items can be obtained by using Miitomo coins in Miitomo Shop.
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Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Overdrive Switch trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 2 Comments
5pb. released a trailer for Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds Overdrive, which is heading to Switch this coming week. View it below.
Arcade title Gunbird coming to Switch on Thursday
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments
A listing on the North American Switch eShop reveals a release date for the next arcade game from Zerodiv. Barring any last-minute changes, Gunbird will be available on Thursday.
Gunbird was originally created for arcades in 1994. It’s a shoot ’em up from Psikyo that’s set in 19th century Europe. Five protagonists in the story attempt to collect fragments of a mirror, and by doing so, their wish will be granted.
Below are some screenshots:
Gunbird will cost $7.99 on Switch.
Source: Switch eShop
Resident Evil Revelations 1 and 2 for Switch compared to all other versions
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Switch, Videos | 16 Comments
YouTube user ElAnalistaDeBits has put up a whole bunch of comparison videos for Resident Evil Revelations 1 and 2 on Switch. We’re able to see how the new releases stack up against all other platforms. Alongside the likes of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, there are also comparisons for Wii U and 3DS. The full set of videos can be found below.