Fast & Furious: Spy Racers Rise of SH1FT3R announced for Switch
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Outright Games, Universal Games, and Digital Platforms today announced Fast & Furious: Spy Racers Rise of SH1FT3R, the first video game inspired by the Netflix original series. The action racing game features voice talent from the series, online multiplayer races, and more.
Below is some additional information and the announcement trailer:
Nintendo partners with PlayVS to make Smash Bros. Ultimate, Splatoon 2, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe officially recognized varsity athletics at participating high schools
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo today announced a new partnership with PlayVS that will make Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Splatoon 2 officially recognized varsity athletics at participating high schools. Both titles will be added to the official PlayVS lineup for the Fall 2021 High School season, allowing teams around the country to compete against each other in online matches. The season begins on September 20.
Also worth noting is that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe will be joining the action as well. That game will join the PlayVS roster for the Spring 2022 High School season early next year.
Here’s some additional information about the partnership:
Famitsu sales (5/17/21 – 5/23/21)
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Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town gains second part of Expansion Pass DLC
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XSEED Games and Marvelous today announced the release of the second wave of Expansion Pass DLC for Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town. The Windswept Falls Expansion Pack features old friends Dunhill, Felicia, Hina, and Neil from a previous entry in the series, with Felicia and Neil available as new marriage candidates. The ‘School Uniforms’ set has also been made available.
Here’s a full rundown of the new DLC plus a trailer:
Spiritfarer physical version officially confirmed
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After it was first outed by Amazon Germany, a physical version of Spiritfarer has been officially announced. iam8bit, together with Thunder Lotus Games and with distribution by Skybound Games, will be handling the release.
The physical edition for Spiritfarer will include access to a 96-page digital art book, six collectible postcard and sticker stamp sets highlighting exotic locations from the game and a digital download of the game’s soundtrack, composed by Max LL. It will release on July 27.
All major retailers should be carrying Spiritfarer. Pricing is set at $29.99 / €29.99.
Source: iam8bit PR
More: iam8bit, Spiritfarer, Thunder Lotus Games
New Pokemon Snap update out now (version 1.2.0)
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Nintendo has started distribution of a small update for New Pokemon Snap. Players can now access version 1.2.0.
According to Nintendo, the update addresses a single issue. It fixes a problem with the previous update in which players were prevented from taking a picture of Braviary that would satisfy the clear requirements for the “Proud Warrior” request.
More: Bandai Namco, New Pokemon Snap, title update
Game Builder Garage English overview trailer
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo has issued an English version of its recent overview trailer for Game Builder Garage. Have a look at the video below.
Game Builder Garage is slated for June 11 on Switch.
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Amazon listings appear for a Spiritfarer physical edition on Switch
Posted on 3 years ago by Bryce(@brodee922) in Rumors, Switch | 0 comments
It looks like Spiritfarer could be getting a physical edition on Switch. This information was seen by Gematsu, and the details found include an Amazon.de listing for the game.
The listing says that the physical edition is being published by Skybound Games and it will release on July 27, 2021. This is most likely a placeholder date, but this listing could be a sign that the game is getting a physical edition.
While it is a rumor now, hopefully more information will appear in the future.
Rumor: New Switch model coming in September or October with announcement soon, new Metroid on the way this year
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 0 comments
According to a new report from Bloomberg, Nintendo will “begin assembly of its new Switch as soon as July and release the upgraded replacement for its four-year-old game console in September or October”. The site further adds that the system is “likely to be priced higher than the $299 original” and “may be announced ahead of the E3 conference starting June 12 to allow publishers to showcase their full range of Switch games at the global event”.
The Switch Lite will remain on the market. However, the standard Switch will eventually be phased out.
Dragon Quest XII: The Flames of Fate announced
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Square Enix closed out its 35th anniversary presentation for Dragon Quest with one final announcement. Dragon Quest XII has now been officially announced.
Series creator Yuji Horii said that Dragon Quest XII will be like Dragon Quest for adults. It’ll be about having options and choosing your own way of how to play. Furthermore, some decision will be made by a character that could change the whole game. The team plans to change the change the classic command battles; it won’t be removed entirely though.
Square Enix is aiming for simultaneous worldwide release with Dragon Quest XII. However, platforms and a release window are not yet known. Keep in mind that every mainline entry has appeared on a Nintendo system.
