Examining what went wrong with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Posted on 7 months ago by Ethan in Features, Switch | 0 comments
Whether you like Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl or hate them, you can probably agree that something did indeed go wrong during their development. Though the games do have some merit as faithful Sinnoh remakes, many dedicated Pokemon players consider BDSP among the worst of the main series entries. Today, we’re taking a look at the state the games were launched in, the kind of content that was added to them via updates, and how the games hold up in 2024.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom composer shares insight into the music
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Masato Ohashi, one of the composers who worked on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, recently shared insight into the game’s music. Ohashi shared a number of thoughts as part of a post on Nintendo’s recruitment website.
Music can sometimes be straightforward in games, but that wasn’t the case in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Ohashi gave one example by highlighting the ascent to the flying ship in the sky, or the Wind Temple. The goal here was to “make music that rose in tension”, which meant starting with just a few instruments and increasing the number as players keep going up. It’s topped off with a climax and the team decided not to have any music at all when the sky clears.
Here’s our full translation:
Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition update adds cross-play and more
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new 1.1 update just came out for Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition, which is highlighted by the addition of cross-platform play.
Other additions, changes, and fixes are also included. Other highlights are text chat button for multiplayer menus, level statistics, and music jukebox in the level editor.
Here’s the full rundown:
A Street Cat’s Tale 2 release date set for June, new physical release
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A Street Cat’s Tale 2 has received a final release date on Switch and we also have news about a new physical release.
The game launches for Switch on June 27, 2024. On the same day, a physical release will be sold known as A Street Cat’s Tale: NekoNeko Edition. While it’s only planned for Asia (and Korea), English and other languages will be supported on the cartridge. You’ll get both games in the series here.
More: A Street Cat's Tale 2, CFK, Piyo Studios
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising is Europe’s next Switch Online Game Trial
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising has been announced as the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in Europe.
This comes at a perfect time as Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is due out this month. During the trial period, members can access Rising entirely for free. Save data can be used in the full version as well. Also note that the game is currently on sale for everyone.
Discord servers for Switch emulators Suyu and Sudachi taken offline
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
The Verge is reporting that Discord servers for Suyu and Sudachi, a pair of Switch emulators, have been taken offline. Additionally, their lead developers’ accounts are now entirely disabled.
Discord director of product communications Kellyn Slone said in a statement:
Umbraclaw demo released
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
There’s still some time left until the launch of Umbraclaw, but Switch owners can get their hands on a new demo starting today.
A good amount of content is included in the demo. Players can access the tutorial, free-roaming hub stage, and two complete stages (Anabraw Forest and Crag Plains) with boss battles. Inti Creates is letting fans can a glimpse at the character growth system for Kuon as you explore for crystals that will allow you to upgrade her abilities and survivability in the harsh environment of the Soulplane.
More: demo, Inti Creates, Umbraclaw
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance daily demon vol. 2 – Glasya Labolas
Posted on 7 months ago by Dawn in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
In the run-up to the release of Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, Atlus have once again started up their Daily Demon videos, giving us a look at the new demons that will be added to the enhanced re-release. This time, the focus is on Glasya Labolas.
More: Atlus, Shin Megami Tensei V
Famitsu software sales (4/1/24 – 4/7/24) – Top 30
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Princess Peach: Showtime – 19,612 / 124,432
2. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 13,055 / 5,781,663
3. [PS5] Rise of the Ronin – 12,080 / 96,865
4. [NSW] Super Mario Bros. Wonder – 9,898 / 1,83,645
5. [NSW] Minecraft – 7,464 / 3,491,021
6. [NSW] Splatoon 3 – 6,569 / 4,270,889
7. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports – 6,497 / 1,306,180
8. [NSW] Momotaro Dentetsu World: Chikyuu wa Kibou de Mawatteru – 6,189 / 1,029,313
9. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 6,110 / 7,735,293
10. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 5,507 / 5,481,777
Nintendo Switch Online adds Wrecking Crew ’98, Amazing Hebereke, Super R-Type
Posted on 7 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Three new games just dropped on Nintendo Switch Online – specifically Wrecking Crew ’98, Amazing Hebereke, and Super R-Type.
As Super Famicom games, Wrecking Crew ’98 and Amazing Hebereke previously came to Japan. Super R-Type represents the SNES.
Here’s an overview of all three games:
