Gimmick 2 release date set for September, new trailer
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Clear River Games, Sunsoft, and Bitwave Games just provided the release date for Gimmick 2. The title is slated for September 5, 2024 on Switch.
You might be surprised by just how quickly Gimmick 2 is launching. We only just found out about the project in June, and now it’s less than a month away.
New details have also been shared – get the full rundown in the following overview:
More: Bitwave Games, Clear River Games, Gimmick 2, Sunsosft
Minecraft update out now (version 1.21.20), patch notes
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Heads up for Minecraft players, as the latest update for the game has been released with version 1.21.20.
The update contains a variety of quality-of-life improvements and fixes to the Minecraft experience. This relates to performance, gameplay, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
More: Minecraft, Mojang, title update, Xbox Game Studios
Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary announced for Switch
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BBG Entertainment is working on Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary, the company announced today. The game is now in development for Switch.
Little is known about the project at this time. BBG Entertainment simply says that it’s celebrating the game’s big anniversary with a “reboot” of the classic title, which was first released for Atari and Commodore home computers in 1984.
Boulder Dash 40th Anniversary is due out on Switch this fall / winter. Those attending Gamescom can try out the game in Hall 10.2 between August 21 and August 25. The same booth will have demos for Astrosmash and Shark Shark, which are already available on Switch.
Tetris 99 announces 42nd Maximus Cup with Splatoon 3: Side Order theme
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August 2: Nintendo isn’t slowing down with special Tetris 99 events, and today announced the 42nd Maximus Cup featuring Splatoon 3: Side Order.
Those that have access to Nintendo Switch Online can play in the event. Simply partake in the online mode while the event is active and you’ll earn points for every match. Note that points are determined based on where you finish. After hitting 100 points, the Splatoon 3: Side Order theme will be yours. The design features background art, music, and Tetrimino designs inspired by the game’s DLC.
Bye Sweet Carole delayed to 2025
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Bye Sweet Carole has been delayed, with the game moving to 2025. Originally, it was planned for sometime this year.
Little Sewing Machine said in a statement today that the extra time will allow the team to “improving the quality of the gameplay and art that made you fall in love with the project in the first place.” The full statement can be found below.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 10, 2024
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 10, 2024 is now available.
For another week, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe comes out on top with the #1 spot. Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD continues its run as well, and after coming in at #5 last week, only drops a single spot.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending August 10, 2024:
Among Us update out now (version v2024.8.13), features Critical Role collaboration
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Among Us just shipped its latest update, version v2024.8.13, which includes a new Critical Role collaboration.
Players can go to the in-game store and spend some Stars for a bunch of new items. Note that the Cosmicube will only last until November 12.
The following items are featured as part of the Among Us update version v2024.8.13 Critical Role collaboration:
More: Among Us, Innersloth, title update
Bakeru getting English release in the west
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August 12: Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! is getting a release in the west as simply Bakeru, a listing on the eShop reveals. It will launch on September 3, 2024.
For those who haven’t heard of the game previously, Bakeru is made by Good-Feel – the studio that recently made Princess Peach: Showtime but also handled Kirby’s Epic Yarn, Wario Land: Shake It, Yoshi’s Woolly World, and Yoshi’s Crafted World. Spike Chunsoft will be responsible for the overseas launch, which features a couple of new attacks and an additional enemy.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks: Stunt Mayhem announced for Switch
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GameMill and 3D Clouds today announced Hot Wheels Monster Trucks: Stunt Mayhem, a new racer for Switch. It’s slated for October 18, 2024.
The game lets players perform stunts with their favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks. Solo play and local multiplayer are both supported.
Further information can be found in the following overview:
Omega 6: The Triangle Stars confirmed for English release in the west
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Clear River Games, City Connection, and Happymeal revealed today that Omega 6: The Triangle Stars is getting an English release in the west with full English support. The title launches in 2025.
Omega 6: The Triangle Stars recently came to Switch in Japan. It’s a notable release as the 16-bit-inspired adventure game is based on the manga by former Nintendo art director Takaya Imamura.
