Sakurai on Spirits mode in Smash Bros. Ultimate – how it came to be, lack of story, more
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As mentioned yesterday, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai was interviewed in this week’s issue of Famitsu. But much to our surprise, there was a column as well. We’ll be posting a translation of the interview soon, but are sharing the column first below.
In his piece, Sakurai addresses Spirits mode in great detail. He explains how it all came to be, why there really isn’t much in the way of story, and a whole lot more.
Here’s our full translation:
The Princess Guide launches March 26 in North America, March 29 in Europe
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NIS America has set a western release date for The Princess Guide. Today, the company announced that the game will be out in North America on March 26. The European date is slated for March 29, followed by April 5 for Australia and New Zealand.
Here’s a brief introduction:
More: Nippon Ichi, NIS America
Aragami: Shadow Edition launches February 22
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Aragami: Shadow Edition has been given a new, final release date. The title will be landing on Nintendo’s console on February 22.
Merge Games will be offering a Signature Edition for Aragami: Shadow Edition, as previously announced. It includes:
Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes presentation happening next week, “huge announcement” teased
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Suda51 will be appearing during a Famitsu live stream next week for a new Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes presentation. It’ll be two hours long, offering the latest look at the game and more. An English interpretation of the proceedings will be provided to users.
The Famitsu Monthly Serial: Goichi Suda’s Travis Returns stream will begin on December 20 at the following times:
GRIP: Combat Racing roadmap details upcoming content and support
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Wired Productions and Caged Element have more plans for its futuristic combat racer. Today, the two companies unveiled a roadmap for the game that highlights what’s to come for the game.
The team is working on game balancing enhancements, new tracks and modes, and more. 2019 will also bring about a new racer series in the competitive sphere.
We have the full breakdown from the roadmap below.
More: Caged Element, GRIP, Wired Productions
Touhou Genso Wanderer: Lotus Labyrinth delayed to early summer in Japan
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Touhou Genso Wanderer: Lotus Labyrinth won’t be making its originally scheduled April 25 release date. Based on information from various retailers in Japan, it has been pushed back to early summer. It’s currently unclear what caused the delay.
Media Create sales (12/3/18 – 12/9/18)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
Switch – 281,222
PS4 – 50,450
PS4 Pro – 24,046
New 2DS LL – 10,021
New 3DS LL – 3,631
Vita – 2,484
2DS – 620
Xbox One X – 117
Xbox One – 32
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
Switch – 120,546
PS4 Pro – 10,558
PS4 – 9,852
New 2DS LL – 7,401
New 3DS LL – 2,692
Vita – 1,798
2DS – 342
Xbox One X – 260
Xbox One – 25
And here are the software charts:
More: charts, Japan, Media Create, sales, top
Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom sells 50,000 copies
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Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom has already sold 50,000 copies, FDG Entertainment has announced. A breakdown by platform was not provided.
Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom launched last Tuesday after it was in development for several years. It’s available both physically and digitally.
Splatoon 2 – worldwide Smash Bros. Splatfest art
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This weekend, Nintendo is planning a new worldwide Splatfest for Splatoon 2. Players all around the world can participate in a Smash Bros.-themed event. Nintendo is asking fans if they prefer heroes or villains this time around.
To celebrate the event, we again have a piece of special art from Nintendo. Check it out above.
More: Splatoon 2
Footage of SNK 40th Anniversary Collection’s 11 new games
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SNK 40th Anniversary Collection was updated today with 11 brand new games. Get a look at the latest titles below.
