Diablo III’s Switch port took nine months, dev again says other Blizzard titles could end up on the system
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Before the year is over, you’ll be able to play Diablo III on Switch. Kotaku spoke with senior producer Pete Stilwell about the port in a bit more detail earlier in the week.
Stilwell noted that bringing Diablo III to Switch went relatively smoothly, with “conversion on the graphics side” offering the greatest challenges. Nintendo did provide assistance with trouble-shooting.
Diablo III Eternal Collection pre-orders open
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Update: This is up again on Amazon after being taken down for a short while.
Original: Earlier today, Blizzard finally confirmed speculation that Diablo III Eternal Collection is Switch-bound. Retailers are now beginning to take pre-orders.
First up, Amazon has it here. You can also reserve Diablo III Eternal Collection at GameStop here.
Both retailers list a December 21 release date. We do believe it is just tentative, though it’s worth pointing out that this day would be a Friday.
Thanks to Jes T for the tip.
Pre-order Super Mario Party on the Nintendo UK store, get a Question Block Lamp
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The Nintendo UK store has opened pre-orders for Super Mario Party. If you’d like to reserve the game, you can do so here.
Like with past titles on the Nintendo UK store, buyers will be given a pre-order bonus. Nintendo will be handing out the Question Block Lamp pictured above.
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Super Neptunia RPG launches Spring 2019 in the west
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Idea Factory has narrowed down the western release date for Super Neptunia RPG. In both North America and Europe, fans can look for the game in Spring 2019.
Super Neptunia RPG will feature original Japanese and English voiceover options. English and French subtitles will be included.
We have the opening movie for Super Neptunia RPG below, which features the four Goddesess in Gamindustri: Neptune, Noire, Blanc, and Vert.
Source: Idea Factory PR
Blizzard says Overwatch is feasible on Switch, StarCraft 2 unlikely to happen
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Blizzard is finally returning to Nintendo consoles with Diablo III on Switch. The company does have other high-profile games, and some might be curious if they could ever make their way over as well.
GameSpot spoke with Diablo III senior producer Pete Stilwell, and first asked about Overwatch on Switch. Stilwell acknowledged that the game is technically feasible, stating:
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Diablo III Eternal Collection details on frame rate, resolution, more; no cross-play, Blizzard on Nintendo relationship and rumored tease
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Eurogamer has some additional information about Diablo III Eternal Collection, which was officially announced today. The latest details cover frame rate, resolution, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
Tons of Diablo III Eternal Collection screenshots / art
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
Blizzard has passed along a massive amount of screenshots and art from the newly-revealed Diablo III Eternal Collection on Switch. Check out the various images below.
Blizzard on which of their characters they’d want in Smash Bros. Ultimate, Nintendo characters for their own games
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Diablo III Eternal Collection on Switch is significant. It’s the first time in close to twenty years that Nintendo and Blizzard have worked together. Now that the two sides are close, there’s naturally one topic to discuss: Smash Bros.
Game Informer asked Blizzard senior producer Pete Stilwell and PR manager Joshua Wittge who Blizzard would like to see as a guest character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Here’s the full exchange:
Diablo III Eternal Collection officially announced for Switch, debut trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Diablo’s appearance on Switch has been rumored for a few months now. The rumors culminated yesterday when Forbes outed Diablo III Eternal Collection.
Today, an official announcement was made. Read up on the official announcement and watch the first trailer for Diablo III Eternal Collection below.
Ghostlight becomes a Switch developer, will begin porting Japanese RPGs
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In recent years, Ghostlight has been focusing its efforts on Steam and GOG. But today, the company announced that it has become a Switch developer, and has extensive plans for the console.
Ghostlight says it will start bringing “fantastic RPG games” to Nintendo’s console. Right now a JRPG is being ported, though further details were not shared.
