Nicalis hinting at The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ news for Europe to be shared on Monday
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ made it to Switch last month, though only in North America. Nicalis hasn’t had any news for Europe, but an update could be coming on Monday.
Nicalis wrote a message on Twitter last night that seems to be pointing in the direction of an announcement regarding The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ for PAL territories. It’s as follows:
Our pals at @HeadupGames have some fun news for our EU friends on Monday. Have great a great weekend! pic.twitter.com/XGivqOu6lp
— Nicalis, Inc. (@nicalis) April 7, 2017
I can’t really see what this could be other than The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ for Europe. We’ll keep track of the situation and will provide any updates as soon as we have them.
Nintendo talks Switch – origins / creation, going with one screen, name, online play, January event, much more
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 34 Comments
A little while back, Famitsu published an interview with Nintendo’s Shinya Takahashi and Yoshiaki Koizumi all about Switch in one of its issues. It was extremely extensive, covering the system’s origins and early development (including some involvement from Satoru Iwata). The two developers also touched on numerous other topics such as going with a single screen, choosing the name out of thousands, tying in smartphone usage to online play and making it paid, system updates, VR, and why the January event was held in Japan. Again, there is a lot here.
We’ve now readied a pretty complete translation of the interview. Continue on below for the extensive discussion featuring Takahashi and Koizumi.
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SEGA trying to reinvigorate Sonic with Sonic Forces
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 41 Comments
SEGA is looking to reinvigorate the Sonic franchise with Sonic Forces, according to product manager Jim Dyer.
Twinfinite asked Dyer in a recent interview if SEGA views Sonic Mania is a ways of rebuilding interest in the series prior to Sonic Forces’ launch. To that, Dyer said “Sonic Mania is for the fans” while Sonic Forces “is a Sonic game for everyone.”
Additionally, Sonic Forces “is a broader game, a different sort of Sonic than what we’ve done before.” SEGA isn’t necessarily trying to make the Blue Blur relevant, as it’s more about having “flagship IP, this brand powerhouse that SEGA wants to get back to what it should be.”
Read Dyer’s full comments on Sonic Forces below.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe will have an official guide
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 10 Comments
When Nintendo puts out Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch before the end of the month, it will be accompanied by a new guide. Like the original book for Wii U, it’s being handled by Prima.
The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe guide promises full coverage of all tracks, including the locations of every coin, item block, and shortcut. You’ll also be given lessons in “the best tactics for item use, gliders, underwater racing, motorbikes, and more.” Prima’s book is also updated with “tips and strategies” for the new Battle Mode and all DLC.
The Mario Kart 8 Deluxe guide is available on Amazon here. A free code will be included to access the eGuide.
Thanks to Wagner C for the tip.
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Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers goes gold
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 6 Comments
Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap isn’t the only Switch game to have gone gold this week. Capcom’s Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers has also finished development, series executive producer Yoshinori Ono confirmed.
On Twitter, Ono wrote:
We have completed development of USFII for @NintendoAmerica Switch! https://t.co/vGCoPjgBd1
— Yoshinori Ono (@Yoshi_OnoChin) April 4, 2017
Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers launches worldwide on May 26. Nintendo will be handling distribution in Europe.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild player comes up with ingenious way of accessing certain area of the map
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 35 Comments
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is an extremely open game. You can approach the world through many different means, and access areas with original approaches. One section of the map, however, does require you to enter in a specific way your first time through (and again in the future unless you warp there specifically). If you’ve played the game, chances are you know which place we’re referring to.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild has amazed us once again, as Twitter user Swiffy22 managed to come up with an ingenious way of bypassing the natural entrance. A weapon, tree log, Stasis, and the paraglider were the only things used here. Just to be extra safe with spoilers, we’ve posted the video after the break.
Marshadow revealed for Pokemon Sun / Moon
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 9 Comments
A new Pokemon is being officially revealed for Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon today. A first look was given at Marshadow, a Mythical Pokemon.
More details will be shared later about obtaining Marshadow. View a brief video showing it in action below.
More: Pokemon Moon, Pokemon Sun, top
Screenshots of this week’s Nintendo Downloads (4/6/17, North America)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Screenshots, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
A few new games out came out this week on the Wii U and 3DS eShops. If you’re interested in checking out what’s new in screenshot form, take a look at the gallery below.
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Wii U eShop charts (4/7/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s Wii U eShop charts are as follows:
Software
1. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
2. Swap Fire
3. Zelda: Ocarina of Time
4. Zelda: Majora’s Mask
5. Super Mario 64
6. Mario Party 2
7. Mario Kart 64
8. Super Mario World
9. Minecraft: Wii U Edition
10. Super Mario 3D World
11. Zelda: Skyward Sword
12. Zelda: Wind Waker HD
13. The Legend of Zelda
14. Zelda: A Link to the Past
15. Super Mario Bros. 3
16. Mario Party 10
17. Brain Age
18. Super Mario Bros.
19. Bomberman 64
20. Paper Mario
Videos
1. Zelda: Breath of the Wild Accolades Trailer
2. Super Mario Odyssey Nintendo Switch Presentation Trailer
3. Super Mario Mash-Up Pack for Minecraft: Wii U Edition
4. Zelda: Breath of the Wild Nintendo Switch Presentation
5. Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Life in the Ruins
6. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Nintendo Switch Presentation Trailer
7. Super Mario Maker Key Update Video
8. Splatoon 2 Nintendo Switch Presentation Trailer
9. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 1
10. Pokken Tournament TV Spot
11. Super Smash Bros. – Final Video Presentation
12. Super Mario 3D World Trailer
13. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 3
14. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 2
15. Super Play Time – Splatoon – Get Kraken with Pro Tips
16. Super Mario 3D World Trailer 2
17. Mario Kart 8 New amiibo Racing Suits Trailer
18. Pikmin 2 Trailer
19. Nintendo Minute – Super Mario Maker SUP-tember Fav levels 1
20. Nintendo Minute – Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack 2 First Look
Source: Wii U eShop
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Pokemon GO update rolling out (version 1.31.0 / 0.61.0)
Posted on 8 years ago by Zack in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Update (4/7): Players should be able to grab the new update on iOS and Android.
Original (4/6): An update for Pokemon GO is in the process of being released. iOS users should soon be able to download version 1.31.0, while Android users will have version 0.61.0 to download.
The update adds Traditional Chinese language support and the Pokemon collection screen scroll bar has been updated, but otherwise includes only minor changes such as text changes and bug fixes.
