Best-selling games of 2022 in the United States
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Thanks to data from the NPD Group, we have a look at the best-selling games of 2022 in the United States.
It was a good year for Pokemon with two entries on the list. Pokemon Scarlet and Violet land at #6 while Pokemon Legends: Arceus is at #8. Also, keep in mind that this is without Nintendo reporting digital data unlike most companies.
December 2022 NPD: best-selling games in the U.S.
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NPD Group has released a listing of the top ten best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of December 2022.
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet had another strong month, coming in at #2 after debuting at #3 in November. Other notable appearances include Sonic Frontiers at #6, Mario Kart 8 and #9, and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion at #10.
The results can be found below.
Front Mission 1st: Remake Switch physical release revealed, three editions
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Original (11/30): Front Mission 1st: Remake is making its initial appearance on Switch today, but Forever Entertainment has now confirmed that a physical release is in the works. Fans can choose between three different editions.
There’ll be “unLimited”, limited, and exclusive versions. Each one comes with different physical goodies.
Here’s the full rundown on the Front Mission 1st: Remake Switch physical releases:
Video: A look at the cancelled version of de Blob for DS
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YouTuber RebelTaxi has managed to secure an early build of de Blob DS, which was originally being made by Helixe. This version of the game was ultimately cancelled.
THQ ended up publishing one version of de Blob for Wii (which is on Switch by the way), and also had plans for another on DS. Blue Tongue Entertainment was in charge of the former. Helixe was planned to handle the DS version, but their work was ultimately scrapped entirely.
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Nintendo shares 2022 sales data from France, Switch the best-selling home console ever
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A new round of data has been revealed for France, and it includes a significant tidbit: Switch is now the best-selling home console ever in the country.
Switch sold another 987,000 units in France during 2022. To date, the system’s total sales are at 7.09 million in the region. In comparison, the Wii sold 6.3 million units in its lifetime while the PS4 sits at six million. The DS still tops everything (handhelds and consoles) at 10.6 million.
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Fire Emblem Engage introduces Pandreo
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Nintendo and Intelligent Systems are almost done introducing the cast of Fire Emblem Engage, but we do have another one today – this time for Pandreo. Information was shared on the Japanese Twitter account with SatsumaFS offering up translations.
Pandreo, a royal priest of Solm, loves fun things and is always thinking about new parties. Despite seemingly carefree, he’s deeply religious, and a faithful clergyman.
Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris update (version 2.0.1) released, patch notes
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A new version update has been released for Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris, bringing the game up to version 2.0.1. Most notably, this update increases the level cap of player characters and weapons, and adds new costumes, avatar parts, and weapons.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – January 15, 2023
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom takes the top spot.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between December 22 and December 28.
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Get Order of Heroes item set in Fire Emblem Engage by playing Fire Emblem Heroes
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There’s a unique opportunity coming up to receive the Order of Heroes item set in Fire Emblem Engage by playing Fire Emblem Heroes. The set includes the Fólkvangr weapon, Fensalir weapon, Nóatún weapon, Alfonse S-rank Bond Ring, Sharena S-rank Bond Ring, and Anna S-rank Bond Ring. Also, Nintendo will be providing five Orbs in Fire Emblem Heroes.
Assuming you’ve already completing the Preface (in-game-tutorial) and can access the home screen, to get involved, first tap the Quests & Missions icon on the bottom right, and then click the coin icon in the upper right. Be sure that you’ve linked a Nintendo Account if you haven’t already. Then select the Nintendo Switch Game Bonus Code + 5 Orbs reward on the My Nintendo Rewards screen and redeem it.
Switch eShop deals – Crysis Remastered Trilogy, Dragon Quest Treasures, SkateBIRD, more
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A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for Crysis Remastered Trilogy, Dragon Quest Treasures, SkateBIRD, and more.
Here are the full highlights:
