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Posted on 7 years ago by Zack in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments

In an extensive video chat with Gamasutra, Thumper co-creator Marc Flury spoke at length about the game.  Some noteworthy topics include the creation of an original game engine as opposed to using a popular, third party one such as Unity, and how the use of rumble in Thumper attracted the attention of Nintendo.

On the subject of Nintendo being interested in the use of rumble in Thumper, it seems that the game caught the eye of some Nintendo executives when it was being shown off in Japan for PS4 and PC. Flury was asked if he would be interested in working with Nintendo’s new rumble system, which we now know as the HD Rumble used in the Joy-Cons on the Switch.

On the subject of creating an original engine instead of using a pre-built one to make a game, Flury wanted to emphasize that this approach shouldn’t be seen as crazy and unrealistic as it often is. He believes a lot of the anxiety around such an approach in the games industry comes from a lack of proper education. He believes that it might be time for schools to rethink their approach to introducing programming to younger individuals.

Check out the full video below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 22 Comments

Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn finally has a release window, with Saber Interactive announcing today that the game is launching this fall. Better yet, Switch owners have an opportunity to pick up a free copy if they purchase NBA Playgrounds.

Saber Interactive is putting the newly-announced offer in place as a way of showing its appreciation to the community. Anyone who buys NBA Playgrounds on Switch before the game’s online patch drops will be entitled to Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn at no extra cost. This promotion will only be available on Nintendo’s platform.

Saber CEO Matthew Karch said in a statement:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 1 Comment

A little while back, Choice Provisions teased a new playable world in Runner3. The reveal took place today, with Machineland being announced.

Here’s what Choice Provisions shared about the new area:

“Machineland is not exactly paradise, as evidenced by the cigar-smoking smokestack Titans shown above. It’s cold, it’s smelly, and it’s polluted. As such, what better place is there for CommanderVideo and friends to spread their special brand of cheer?”

Choice Provisions also said today that Runner3 is in the “homestretch of development”. You can count on much more information in the weeks and months ahead.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments

Edmund McMillen, the creator of Super Meat Boy and The Binding of Isaac, is gearing up to reveal his next game. Whatever it is, we can say that it will be on Switch. McMillen confirmed the news while speaking with a fan on Twitter today.

View a teaser for McMillen’s upcoming project below (warning: some strong language). A proper reveal is planned for next week.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Screenshots, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Check out some screenshots of this week’s Nintendo Downloads in Europe:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 16 Comments

This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:

Switch Download

ACA NeoGeo Last Resort – $7.99

Wii U Download

Coqui the Game – $5.99
Sphere Slice – $1.49
Swap Blocks – ?

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 8 Comments

This week’s Switch eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition
2. Ultra Street Fighter II
3. Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
4. Thumper
5. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
6. NBA Playgrounds
7. Has-Been Heroes
8. Disgaea 5 Complete
9. Zelda: Breath of the Wild
10. Snipperclips
11. Puyo Puyo Tetris
12. Kamiko
13. Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap
14. The Jackbox Party 3
15. The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+
16. 1-2-Switch
17. I Am Setsuna
18. Blaster Master Zero
19. ACA NeoGeo Metal Slug
20. FAST RMX

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments

Ripstone hosted a live stream on Twitch earlier today covering the announcement of Ironcast on Switch. If you missed it, you can watch the full thing below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 3 Comments

It won’t be much longer until Plantera DX hits the Switch eShop – at least in Japan. A listing added to the store today confirms a release date of June 8. The game will cost 500 yen.

We have these screenshots from the listing:

We reviewed Plantera when it came to Wii U and 3DS earlier in the year. The Switch version features new content including additional animals and characters, improved visuals and new music.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments

Collavier is preparing Physical Contact: Speed for worldwide release on the Switch eShop. A release date has yet to be finalized, but we do know that the card game will cost $4.99 / €4.99.

Access the Physical Contact: Speed site here. We’ve included an overview from the page below.

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