Sturmwind EX getting a physical release on Switch
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Sturmwind EX, a shoot ’em up for the Dreamcast before releasing on Switch in 2019, was initially offered on the eShop. Now thanks to Pix’n Love, a physical release is in the cards.
Sturmwind EX will be offered with a standard copy and collector’s edition. If you opt for the latter, you’ll receive:
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Cotton Reboot! coming west in June
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When we last heard about Cotton Reboot!, it was planned for a Q1 2021 release in the west. The game appears to have been delayed slightly as retailer listings as well as the eShop show a final date of June 25.
For those that missed our previous coverage on Cotton Reboot!, check out the following overview and trailer:
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Story of Seasons devs on the need for simultaneous worldwide releases
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With some games that first launch in Japan, there can be a delay for when it finally reaches fans in North America and Europe. Story of Seasons has been one example of this, but thankfully the gap is decreasing dramatically. It took almost a year for Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town to head west after its Japanese debut, but with Pioneers of Olive Town, the title was made available in the west just one month later.
Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town director Hikaru Nakano and producer Dai Takemura spoke about the need for worldwide simultaneous launches in an interview with Dengeki Online. We’ve included our full translation of their comments below.
Famitsu readers vote on favorite villagers and more in Animal Crossing: New Horizons
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A few weeks ago, Animal Crossing: New Horizons celebrated its first anniversary. Japanese magazine Famitsu looked back on the game’s past twelve months by hosting a survey in which readers were asked about various topics such as their favorite villager, favorite seasonal event, and more.
Below are the ranking results:
Curved Space – National Space Day trailer
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In celebration of National Space Day, Maximum Games and Only By Midnight released a new trailer for the arcade-style twin-stick shooter Curved Space. Watch it below.
Curved Space is planned for June 18 on Switch. Head on over here for additional information.
Nintendo Minute – “Nintendo Switch Lite Blue Unboxing + Color Comparison”
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This week’s episode of Nintendo Minute has gone live. In today’s video, Kit and Krysta do their own unboxing and color comparison for the blue Switch Lite. Check out the full episode below.
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Game Builder Garage pre-orders open
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Update (5/7): Pre-orders are now open on Best Buy.
Original (5/6): Pre-orders for Game Builder Garage are starting to open following yesterday’s announcement from Nintendo. Currently, Amazon has it here. Stay tuned for additional retailers.
Game Builder Garage is planned for June 11. Learn more about the Switch title here.
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The Caligula Effect 2 trailer #2
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FuRyu and Historia issued a new trailer for their RPG The Caligula Effect 2. Get a look at the video below.
The Caligula Effect 2 is lined up for June 24 in Japan. In North America and Europe, the game is slated for this fall.
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Level-5 announces Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and The Millionaires’ Conspiracy Deluxe Edition Plus for Switch
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It turns out that Level-5 isn’t done with Layton’s Mystery Journey. The company has announced Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and The Millionaires’ Conspiracy Deluxe Edition Plus for Switch, which is on track for July 8 in Japan.
Based on what we know thus far, it’s largely the same as the original. However, players can switch between the original voice acting or new voice acting from the anime at any point.
Nintendo comments on Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri becoming an outside director
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Earlier today, we heard that Chris Meledandri will be selected as an outside director at Nintendo. Nintendo elaborated on the move during its financial results call.
Nintendo explained that Meledandri “will appropriately supervise our companyʼs management from an objective perspective, while providing valuable advice to our organization, based on his broad experience and insight gained as a leader in the field of entertainment.” Also mentioned, “We believe that the addition of Mr. Meledandri will help to ensure our balance of diversity, including global perspective, knowledge, and experience, further enhancing the effectiveness of our Board of Directors.”
Here’s the full bit on Meledandri’s role at Nintendo:
