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System: Switch
Release date: March 24, 2023
Developer: Gust
Publisher: Koei Tecmo


There’s no denying the staying power that the Atelier series has had since the 90s with its charismatic loveable characters and heartwarming stories and worlds. In 2019, however, the debut of Atelier Ryza brought a whole new wave of popularity and love for both the franchise and Ryza, and since then Koei Tecmo and Gust have capitalized on the success of the million seller with two new sequels that have seen just as much love and success. Now in 2023, Atelier Ryza becomes a trilogy with Alchemist of the End & The Secret Key with the biggest adventure yet, and it’s a grand spectacle that builds and refines on the formula once more for a seamless experience in feeling like an alchemist. Unfortunately, each time the game has been built on its successes and ambitions, it becomes a heavier load for the Switch to handle, and this time around the game is just too much of a technical powerhouse that Atelier – despite a perpetual bright future – seems like it may not be at home anymore on the hybrid system.

Have a Nice Death update

Have a Nice Death just released its first update, and it’s now available on Switch.

Improvements are included such as improved loading times and better performance. Several fixes have been implemented as well.

The full patch notes for the Have A Nice Death update are as follows:

The Companion

The Companion is landing on Switch this month, publisher RedDeerGames and developer Studio 46 have announced. A release is planned for April 28, 2023.

The Companion is a single-player narrative game with a cinematic experience. For additional information, continue on below.

Catgotchi Virtual Pet

RedDeerGames has announced that it has partnered with Mawges for a Switch version of Catgotchi: Virtual Pet. The title is due out in just a few days, and its launch is already scheduled for April 7, 2023.

Everything you need to know about the title can be found in the following overview:

Cannon Dancer: Osman release date

Original (1/1): Cannon Dancer: Osman appears to have a final release date. Listings have surfaced on the eShop, and it appears that the game’s launch is just a couple of months away.

In both North America and Europe, Cannon Dancer: Osman appears to be set for March 9, 2023. That news technically hasn’t been officially announced, but eShop listings have proven to be accurate almost all of the time. Previously, ININ Games committed to an early 2023 release window.

Rune Factory 3 Special Golden Memories Edition

Original (3/31): XSEED Games today revealed the special Golden Memories Edition for Rune Factory 3 Special.

All copies include a custom outer box featuring an original illustration based on the game’s anime opening, the game card and case, an acrylic standee featuring protagonists from Rune Factory 3 Special, Rune Factory 4 Special, and Rune Factory 5 measuring 6” wide and 4” tall, an original soundtrack CD, a custom 5” by 8” planner containing in-game seasons in addition to a real world calendar, and an exclusive “Swimsuit Mode” DLC allowing for characters to appear in their swimsuits year-round. The whole package costs $79.99. Most major retailers should be carrying the Rune Factory 3 Special Golden Memories Edition.

Joy-Con repairs free UK

Nintendo has updated its support site for Joy-Con that aren’t responding / responding incorrectly, and it states that the company is doing free repairs for controllers that are out of warranty in the UK, EEA, Switzerland “until further notice”. 

Many consumers have found that this is something the Big N is already doing. However, it now appears to be an official policy.


Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending April 1, 2023 is as follows:

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Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from March 2023. Some of the highlighted titles include Have a Nice Death, Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, and Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End and the Secret Key.

Here’s the new video:

Formula Retro Racing World Tour gameplay

A bunch of footage has come in for Formula Retro Racing: World Tour. This week, Repixel8 and CGA Studio Games brought the title to Switch.

Further information can be found in the following overview:


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