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Spy Bros.: Pipi & Bibi's DX gameplay

Spy Bros.: Pipi & Bibi’s DX is almost here on Switch, and we have a first look with gameplay. Fans can see how the remake of Toaplan’s arcade title turned out.

Further information can be found in the following overview:

This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:

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Animal Crossing New Horizons Official Complete Guide

Future Press has revealed that it’s preparing a complete guide for Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Described as “the ultimate collector’s companion” for the game, it comes in at nearly 700 pages.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons ended up receiving a few free updates and the Happy Home Paradise DLC. This upcoming guide should cover all of that, along with everything in the base game.

My Hero One's Justice 2 update Izuku Midoriya and Tomura Shigaraki Costume Set

Bandai Namco has announced that a new update is available for My Hero One’s Justice 2, which adds new costumes for Izuku Midoriya and Tomura Shigaraki.

The update ties in with season 6 of the anime. Players can now get their hands on the “Izuku Midoriya Costume ε” & “Tomura Shigaraki Collapse Style”​ Costume Set, which is entirely free. It includes all eight color variations as well as mottos featuring memorable lines from the anime.​

One of the best trailers we saw at the latest Nintendo Direct was a release date trailer for the long awaited Pikmin 4. Resident Pikmin ecologists Sam and I break down every shot from the latest video, seeing what secrets there are to uncover.

You can check out the full video below. It contains theories about the various main objectives, returning mechanics from Pikmin 2, and the zombie horde of red eye Bulborbs.

Etrian Odyssey next game

The Etrian Odyssey development team shared a special message with fans this week following the announcement of Etrian Odyssey Origins Collection.

That same message also provided a brief status update on the series’ next game. In the note, Atlus states that the hardware has changed and two screens can no longer be used. Ultimately, “it will take more time” to create a brand new entry in the series.

Here’s the full translation, courtesy of Persona Central:

Octopath Traveler II voice actors

Square Enix published new information about Octopath Traveler II that outlines the voice actors for the main cast. Not only do we have the lineup for the English voice work, but Japanese as well. All of the information comes from the official website (English site here, Japanese site here).

Steel Assault physical

Limited Run Games announced today that it is preparing a physical release for Steel Assault on Switch.

Two versions will be available: standard and collector’s edition. If you go for the collector’s edition, you’ll receive extras like an acrylic standee, pin, soundtrack, and art card set.

Switch lifecycle seventh year

During Nintendo’s latest financial results briefing, president Shuntaru Furukawa was asked to comment on Switch’s lifecycle.

With the console celebrating its sixth anniversary next month and entering its seventh year, Furukawa stated the challenge will be “finding ways to encourage users who are considering new purchases, replacement purchases, and additional purchases to pick up a Nintendo Switch.” Furukawa pointed to the importance of new games and evergreen titles, maintaining engagement with the system, and increasing contact with Nintendo through The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Super Nintendo World. 

Also reiterated that there is no need to change its pricing strategies for hardware or software at this time.

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During Nintendo’s latest financial results briefing, president Shuntaru Furukawa spoke about the differing software sales for Switch in North America, Europe, Japan, and Asia. One investor brought up how sales seemed to decline in the Americas.

Furukawa acknowledged that to be the case, explaining that various factors contributed “such as the absence of sizable growth in sales of evergreen titles, particularly during the third quarter (October-December).” Japan saw a boost with Splatoon 3 and Pokemon Scarlet / Violet. Europe saw Nintendo Switch Sports and Mario Strikers: Battle League sales increase last holiday. Finally, Pokemon did very well in Asia.

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