Valve on Switch and Steam Deck comparisons, says they were designed around differing philosophies
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Last week, Valve unveiled its new Steam Deck system. The device has drawn plenty of comparisons to Switch since it’s capable of playing big games on the go (with docking support as well) and in some ways reminds gamers of Nintendo’s console from a design standpoint.
Valve itself has now commented on those comparisons. Designer Greg Coomer is the first to weigh in, telling IGN that Switch a “great device,” but feels the company is targeting a different audience.
He said:
Switch OLED up for pre-order on Amazon Canada
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Update (7/24): This sold out for a bit on Amazon Canada but is now back up here.
Original (7/22): Amazon Canada has now opened pre-orders for the Switch OLED. Both versions are available: white and neon.
You can pre-order the Switch OLED on Amazon Canada here. The system releases on October 8.
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Maneater update out now on Switch (version 1.02), patch notes
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Maneater has been updated on Switch. A few days ago, Tripwire Interactive started distribution of version 1.02.
Below are the full patch notes, featuring bug fixes:
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Shin Megami Tensei V daily demon vol. 038 – Succubus
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Atlus has gone live with the latest demon showcase video for Shin Megami Tensei V. For today’s update, we have a closer look at Succubus.
Here’s the full video:
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UK sales for June 2021
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Thanks to GamesIndustry, we have new insight into the UK gaming market for June 2021.
Switch was the third best-selling console of the month, falling behind the PS5 and Xbox Series. However, sales of Nintendo’s system did see an increase in June compared with May. Switch is the second best-selling console in 2021 thus far overall – ahead of the Xbox Series, but the PS5 is on top.
Nintendo was the most successful publisher in June regarding physical games at retail. Mario Golf: Super Rush, a new release for the month, debuted at #6.
Here’s a look at the best sellers of June:
RiMS Racing – making of video #1 – “Realism”
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Nacon and RaceWard Studio have put out the first behind the scenes video in a four part series for RiMS Racing. The first part focuses on how the team captured the feeling of realism, and features creative director Marco Ponte, game designer Alessandro Carullo, executive producer Sergio Rocco, art director Mauro Ferrari, and lead game designer Fabio Respighi.
Here’s the full video:
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury – “Nintendo Switch My Way” commercial
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo is back with its latest “Nintendo Switch My Way” commercial, this time featuring Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury. Give it a look below.
Minecraft Dungeons dev diary – Echoing Void DLC
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Minecraft Dungeons’s brand new Echoing Void DLC is almost here. To celebrate, Mojang has shared a new behind the scenes video with some of the game’s developers.
Here’s the full video:
More: DLC, Minecraft Dungeons, Mojang, Xbox Game Studios
Astria Ascending trailer reveals J-Ster mini-game
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Dear Villagers and Artisan Studios shared the latest trailer today for Astria Ascending. In the new video, we’re able to see “J-Ster”, a strategic trading token mini-game.
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Shin Megami Tensei V daily demon vol. 037 – Kin-Ki
Posted on 3 years ago by Ervin in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Atlus has shared a new daily demon video for Shin Megami Tensei V. Today’s daily demon is Kin-Ki, check it out with the video below.