The Messenger could get more DLC
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Last month, Sabotage revealed Picnic Panic as free DLC for The Messenger. That might not be all for the game though, as two more packs could be possible.
As part of a Q&A with fans, director Thierry Boulanger described Picnic Panic as “an experiment.” While the team prepares for potentially “bigger things for the future,” it also wanted to “support and add more content to The Messenger.”
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Samurai Warriors 4 DX boxart
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Thanks to Amazon Japan, we now have a look at the boxart for Samurai Warriors 4 DX. Check out the packaging image above.
Samurai Warriors 4 DX launches March 14 in Japan on Switch.
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Nintendo president on risk, innovation, and reducing business instability
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa was recently interviewed by Nikkei. Furukawa shared some interesting comments when asked about the risk of being in the entertainment industry, his approach in leading the company, the tough task of innovating, and fluctuations in business performance.
Here’s our translation of the mini discussion:
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Breath of the Wild composers on changing up Zelda’s music formula and much more
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
Last year, Zelda: Breath of the Wild received a soundtrack release in Japan. It was packed with a few goodies, including a booklet containing a special interview. Sound designer Hajime Wakai along with composers Manaka Kataoka, Yasuaki Iwata, and Soshi Abe had plenty to say about the game’s music.
You can find our full translation of the discussion below. The four team members commented on why it was decided to mix up the usual Zelda music formula and how the direction was ultimately settled upon, creating specific character themes, bringing back classic themes in a new way, and much more.
Splatoon 2 – Frosty Fest footage
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As part of the latest Splatfest, Splatoon 2 is celebrating with the Frosty Fest – complete with decorations and more. Check out some footage below.
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Diablo III brings back Darkening of Tristram event, first time on Switch
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In the past, Diablo III has hosted a Darkening of Tristram event to celebrate the anniversary of the original Doom. It’s back up and running once again – now for the first time on Switch.
Throughout January, players can receive certain rewards and experience the original Diablo levels. We have full details on the event below.
2019 Game Developers Choice Awards nominees announced
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch eShop | 0 comments
GDC will have one of the first major award shows of the year. Organizers announced the nominees for the 2019 edition today, of which the winners will be announced on March 20 at 6:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM ET.
The full lineup is as follows:
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New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe site open, Nintendo technically makes Bowsette non-canon
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has opened the official North American website for New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe. You can access it here.
Related to the site’s opening, it seems that hopes and dreams of Bowsette becoming a reality are dashed. The site indicates that only Toadette can wear the Super Crown, so Nintendo hasn’t approved imaginings of other characters wearing it.
Danmaku Unlimited 3 physical pre-orders open
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Limited Run Games has opened pre-orders for the physical version of Danmaku Unlimited 3. You can reserve a copy here.
Note that this time around, Limited Run isn’t offering any collector’s editions. The standard release will have an open pre-order until January 18.
RPG Maker MV delayed in the west
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RPG Maker MV was initially scheduled to launch in the west next month. Unfortunately, that’ll no longer be happening.
NIS America announced today that RPG Maker MV has been delayed to later in 2019 in North America and Europe. The company cited “ongoing issues with development”.
