Ghostrunner update out now (version 1.3), Winter Pack also available
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Ghostrunner was quietly updated on Switch this week to version 1.3. Based on an official notice, it looks like the main highlight is the addition of a Hardcore Mode. The Winter Pack can be purchased now as well.
Here’s what to expect from the new mode:
Empire of Sin update out now on Switch (version 1.03.0.39972), patch notes
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Paradox Interactive and Romero Games have gone live with another major patch for Empire of Sin. With version 1.03.0.39972, the game has received a new round of improvements, changes, and fixes.
Below are the full patch notes:
Animal Crossing: New Horizons – bugs, fish, and sea creatures leaving in February
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
With just a day remaining in February, there isn’t much time left to catch the current critters in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The game’s bugs, fish, and sea creatures will be cycled out when the month ends.
We have a recap of what’s leaving at the end of February below, courtesy of Polygon. Charts are available for both the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere.
WRC 9 heading to Switch in March
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
WRC 9 was announced for Switch a year ago, but we’re just now finding out about the release date. According to a listing on Nintendo’s website, the off-road simulation game will launch on March 11.
Here’s an overview of WRC 9:
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power is made by Toybox
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
During the latest Nintendo Direct, DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power was one of the newest Switch games Nintendo announced. But there’s been one question floating around since the reveal: who’s actually making it? Thanks to a rating in Australia, we now have that answer.
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power is developed by Toybox, according to the classification. Some of the studio’s previous projects include Deadly Premonition 2, World End Syndrome, and Little Dragons Cafe.
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power is due out for Switch on June 4.
Monster Hunter Rise receiving the Split Pad Pro treatment
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 0 comments
Update (2/27): Play-Asia has opened pre-orders here.
Original (2/24): HORI has come out with a few different Split Pad Pro designs in the past. It’s an alternate take on the Switch Joy-Con with a full-size controller experience in handheld mode, a larger grip, d-pad, programmable rear buttons, assignable buttons, and more.
HORI today revealed the next design in its Split Pad Pro line. In April, there will be a new version based on Monster Hunter Rise.
Below are a few photos:
More: Capcom, Hori, Monster Hunter Rise
The Caligula Effect 2 debut trailer, first footage
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
FuRyu and Historia have released the debut trailer for The Caligula Effect 2. Additionally, the first gameplay of the RPG has emerged as well.
Here’s the full roundup:
More: FuRyu, Historia, NIS America, The Caligula Effect 2
Tons of Monster Hunter Rise footage
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A few different outlets published a whole bunch of footage from Monster Hunter Rise over the past day or so. We’ve rounded up some of the gameplay for your convivence below.
More: Capcom, Monster Hunter Rise
CyberConnect2 CEO says the studio “exceeded budget and ended up causing trouble to Bandai Namco” while making Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
Posted on 3 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
As part of a fan Q&A, CyberConnect2 CEO Hiroshi Matsuyama opened up about the challenging development of Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4.
Despite feeling that the team couldn’t have done much better, Matsuyama said the studio “got behind schedule.” Additionally, CyberConnect2 “exceeded budget and ended up causing trouble to Bandai Namco Entertainment”. Despite the challenges faced during development, Matsuyama feels that the company was still able to make a “a pretty good game.”
Matsuyama’s full words:
Nintendo president on the influence of smartphones in gaming and what dedicated consoles can bring to the table today
Posted on 3 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nikkei recently published a lengthy interview with Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa, who spoke about his philosophy on running the company, how they view their IPs, and more.
One of the bigger topics he unpacks is how smartphones have influenced the video game market and what dedicated consoles can bring to the table today. Furukawa feels that while many people are able to enjoy gaming on their phones, advances in technology can still provide interesting concepts to base new dedicated hardware on, like the Switch’s Joy-Con.
Click after the jump for our full translation of the interview excerpt.
