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Splatoon 3 update 4.0.1

Another update for Splatoon 3 is here, with Nintendo making version 4.0.1 available.

Version 4.0.0 previously went live earlier in the week in time for Sizzle Season 2023. However, a couple of issues were discovered. Nintendo was on the case quickly and issued a follow-up patch to take care of those problems. You’ll want to download and install the update for the smoothest experience.

The full patch notes for the Splatoon 3 version 4.0.1 update are as follows:

This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:

1. [NSW] Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – 148,482 / 1,515,673
2. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 8,373 / 5,310,115
3. [NSW] Bustafellows Season 2 – 7,514 / NEW
4. [NSW] Zelda: Breath of the Wild – 6,385 / 2,196,076
5. [NSW] Minecraft – 5,368 / 3,146,828
6. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Violet – 5,042 / 5,039,337
7. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 4,978 / 5,200,365
8. [NSW] Splatoon 3 – 4,804 / 4,024,155
9. [NSW] Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe – 4,492 / 436,641
10. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports – 3,389 / 1,084,836

Joy-Con colors

Nintendo has announced a new wave of Switch Joy-Con colors. The lineup includes Pastel Purple (L) / Pastel Green (R) as one set, with Pastel Pink (L) and Pastel Yellow (R) making up the second set.

All of these Switch Joy-Con colors are due out on June 30, 2023 worldwide. Here’s the official blurb: “Start off your summer in style with this new line of pastel Joy-Con. Whether you’re at the beach or a backyard barbecue, you’ll be keeping it cool with these colorful controllers!”

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Everybody 1-2 Switch

Nintendo just announced Everybody 1-2 Switch, which follows in the footsteps of the original launch title for the system. It will launch on June 30, 2023.

About a year ago, rumors surfaced that Nintendo was working on a 1-2 Switch sequel. However, it was claimed that there was uncertainty with the project and even had a small chance of being cancelled. In the end Nintendo will move forward with the launch, but it looks like the company is getting it out the door quickly.

Teslagrad 2 and Teslagrad Remastered updates

Teslagrad 2 and Teslagrad Remastered have both received new updates on Switch.

Players will be interested to know that the two titles have been given a number of improvements and fixes. The full patch notes can be found below.

Fire Emblem Heroes update 7.6.0

Nintendo and Intelligent Systems have announced a new version 7.6.0 for Fire Emblem Heroes.

Version 7.6.0 comes with the usual additions like new weapon skills and weapons to refine. Also being updated is the lineup of limited-time Combat Manuals, Aether Raids, Summoner Duels, and more.

The full patch notes for the Fire Emblem Heroes version 7.6.0 update are as follows:

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon Puzzler's Pack DLC release date

Yacht Club Games just announced that the Puzzler’s Pack DLC for Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is arriving next week. Best of all, it’ll be entirely free.

The DLC includes new playable characters, “Quandary Challenges,” new Relics, robust run modifiers, expansive new areas, and more. We have a bunch of additional details below.

Killer Frequency trailer

To promote the launch of Killer Frequency, Team17 readied a new launch trailer. The video offers up another look at the first-person horror adventure game.

We have the following overview for those interested in learning more:

Ubisoft Forward Live June 2023

Original (3/27): Ubisoft has announced that it will host a Ubisoft Forward Live event on June 12, 2023. The company will be providing fans with updates on projects it has in development, and there’s a good chance we’ll be hearing about Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC here. We know that the event will be happening in Los Angeles, but further information is not yet available.

Ubisoft previously announced that it would be appearing at E3 2023. However, it has since decided against that, with a spokesperson stating the company “made the subsequent decision to move in a different direction”.

The full statement reads:

Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection trailer

Atlus has come out with a launch trailer for Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection. This package features updated versions of the first three entries in the series.

For more information, read the following overview:


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