Spine, a cyberpunk action game featuring close-quarters gunfights, planned for Nintendo Switch 2
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nekki made it known today that its new game Spine is targeting release on Nintendo Switch 2. News regarding launch timing wasn’t shared.
Spine is a cinematic gun fu action game focusing on close-quarters gunfights. You’ll enter a cyberpunk world and play as rebellious street artist Redline, who’s searching for her captured brother alongside her sentient combat implant.
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Mario Kart World Direct recap announcement
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nintendo just delivered an official recap announcement for today’s Mario Kart World Direct. The press release goes over all of the notable details shared during today’s presentation.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Mario Kart World Direct live stream
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The Mario Kart World Direct is almost here, and for those looking to tune in, we’ve got a dedicated post for the live stream. Look for the broadcast to kick off at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe. The event will be about 15 minutes long.
We were given a pretty good look at the game during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and Treehouse: Live just a couple of weeks ago, but Nintendo clearly has more to say. If there’s anything significant, we’ll pass it along on the main site. Nintendo should also provide us with an official recap announcement after the event which we’ll share as well.
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Nintendo Switch 2 supports variable refresh rate (VRR) [update: uncertainty when docked]
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April 2: One tidbit that may have gone under the radar regarding Nintendo Switch 2 is that the system will support variable refresh rate (VRR).
Nintendo notes that VRR “helps games move seamlessly by preventing frame skips and flickering.” Arcade Archives Ridge Racer 2 is one title that has specifically mentioned making use of the tech.
Mario Kart World Direct announced
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
April 2: A Mario Kart World Direct is on the way, Nintendo has announced. The presentation will take place on April 17 at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.
Mario Kart World was fully revealed today, but it’ll have its own dedicated presentation later in the month. Fans looking for more information about it will want to tune in.
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Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list [update: news for two games]
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April 2: Nintendo has provide a new Nintendo Switch 2 backwards compatibility list, which outline which games aren’t compatible with Switch 1.
As of now there’s just one title identified as fully nonfunctional – that being Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04: VR Kit. Nintendo has also outlined games that need a Nintendo Switch Joy-Con, titles that start up but have issues, and ones with flat-out start up problems.
Here’s the full list:
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Split Fiction confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Creator’s Voice]
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April 2: The recently-released Split Fiction has been confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2. It will be available at launch.
Split Fiction, a co-op adventure game, just debuted not too long ago to a strong reception. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will take advantage of GameShare and GameChat. With GameShare, you can play locally with just one copy of the game with another player on their Nintendo Switch 2, even if they don’t own the title. GameChat will let players share live video and voice chat from their console system while playing Split Fiction together.
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MMORPG Puzkin announced, targeting Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 – from former Paper Mario, Monster Hunter, Final Fantasy devs
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Today, Tokkun Studio unveiled its new project Puzkin: Magnetic Odyssey. The game is targeting release on both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2.
Puzkin is a cross-platform sandbox MMORPG “designed from the ground up to be the safest and most creative online world for families”. The game features a unique battle system, creation and construction, exploration with quests, the ability to create shops, and more.
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Nintendo Switch 2 on track for 145% tariff hit with consoles made in China
Posted on 3 weeks ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch 2 | 0 comments
Nikkei issued a report today indicating that Nintendo Switch 2 is set to face a 145 percent tariff hit with most production taking place in China.
There’s been a lot of discussion as of late over the console’s price and how much Nintendo would be impacted. It’s true that various tech products will be exempt – at least for now – from tariffs initiated by President Trump. However, that does not seem to apply to gaming consoles. Nikkei Asia says it has seen “an internal assessment memo by a major Apple and Nintendo supplier” which indicates that the 145 percent tariff affecting goods made in China is still in place.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom on Switch 2 allows for equipment repairs with Zelda Notes
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New information has come to light that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Tears of the Kingdom will support weapon repairs, which is done through the upcoming Zelda Notes portion of the Nintendo Switch app.
The durability system in Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom was one of the more controversial aspects of the games. Over time, equipment would break with use. If you had a certain weapon you really liked, once you whacked enemies enough times with it, generally it’d break and you’d lose it.
