November 2022 NPD: top 20 best-selling games in the U.S.
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NPD Group has released a listing of the top twenty best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of November 2022.
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, which launched at the end of the month, came in at #3 – and that’s without counting digital sales. Sonic Frontiers also had a strong debut at #4.
The results can be found below.
Dragon Quest Treasures launch trailer
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We have a final trailer for Dragon Quest Treasures tying in with the game’s launch today. This should be Square Enix’s last video for the Switch game.
Further information about Dragon Quest Treasures can be found in the following overview:
Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent launch trailer
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Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent makes its debut on Switch in the west today, and PQube is celebrating with a new trailer. Another look at the strategy RPG is available.
Here’s an overview of the game with more details:
Fire Emblem Engage will have amiibo support
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Some have wondered whether or not Fire Emblem Engage will support amiibo. In the game’s latest Japanese trailer as well as an official tweet (get a quick look here), that news was confirmed.
amiibo essentially works in two ways. The more notable feature is that by scanning a Fire Emblem figure, you’ll receive a costume based on that character plus a music track from the game they appear in. Other amiibo are compatible as well, and while it’s less exciting, you’ll at least receive items that can help you during your adventure.
Mario Kart Tour announces Holiday Tour
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Nintendo has announced a Holiday Tour as the next major event for Mario Kart Tour. This is set to go live in the mobile game on December 14, 2022.
Obviously the main attraction here is that Mario Kart Tour is getting into the holiday spirit. You can see what’s planned for the event in the trailer below.
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Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris (version 3.12) update out now, patch notes
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Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris has received a new update, bringing the game to version 3.12. This update is relatively minor, addressing a few bug fixes and adding some new options to the Incarnation Shard Exchange.
Nintendo at The Game Awards 2022 recap announcement
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Nintendo has shared an announcement recapping all of its news from The Game Awards 2022.
The company brought two notable reveals to the show. Along with Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, information was shared about the Fire Emblem Engage Expansion Pass.
Here’s the full recap announcement:
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Colossal Cave release date set for January 2023, new trailer
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A final release date has been announced for Colossal Cave, a re-imagining of the original celebrated text adventure by Will Crowther and Don Woods. The title is set to hit Switch on January 19, 2023.
Colossal Cave was previously announced for Switch in August. The game has technically been delayed as it was originally planned for this year.
Famitsu software sales (11/28/22 – 12/4/22) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Violet – 310,235 / 3,424,806
2. [NSW] Splatoon 3 – 38,922 / 3,446,399
3. [NSW] Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope – 17,647 / NEW
4. [NSW] Minecraft – 11,005 / 2,877,634
5. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 10,519 / 4,928,165
6. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports – 9,211 / 793,064
7. [NSW] Yu-Gi-Oh! Rush Duel: Dawn of the Battle Royale!! Let’s Go! Go Rush!! – 7,396 / NEW
8. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 5,787 / 5,021,094
9. [NSW] Mario Party Superstars – 4,579 / 1,072,681
10. [PS5] Horizon Forbidden West – 4,444 / 116,777
The Game Awards 2022 winners announced
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The full list of winners for The Game Awards 2022 is now available.
Over thirty categories were a part of this year’s show. The big prize was Game of the Year, and while Xenoblade Chronicles 3 was nominated, it wasn’t selected. There were some notable Switch winners though, including Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Most Anticipated, Bayonetta 3 for Best Action, Splatoon 3 for Best Multiplayer, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope for Best Sim/Strategy, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land for Best Family.
Below is the full list of winners for The Game Awards 2022:
