Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze load times video comparison (Switch vs. Wii U)
Posted on 6 years ago by Tyler(@tylerlelliott) in Switch, Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
GameXplain has uploaded a new video comparing the load times between Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze running on the Switch and on the Wii U. As you might expect, the game seems to be running noticeably faster on the Switch.
It is important to keep in mind that the Switch version of the game is still pre-release. Additionally, loading speeds vary depending on whether a physical or digital copy is being used. The video tests the Switch version against the physical and digital Wii U version.
The video also shows some of the cosmetic, Funky Kong-inspired changes made to the menu. Take a look below:
Stern Pinball Arcade update out now (version 1.3)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Stern Pinball Arcade has been updated on Switch. Assuming you have the game, version 1.3 is now available.
The latest update only adds in one feature, but it’s a pretty notable one. Players now have access to vertical mode. You can enable the mode with just the press of a button.
Source: Switch news
More: Stern Pinball Arcade, title update
The Lost Child releases in North America on June 19, Europe on June 22
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
NIS America has locked down a western release date for The Lost Child. In North America, we’ll be seeing it on June 19. Europe will have access a few days later on June 22.
For more on The Lost Child, read up on the overview below and check out the previously-shared trailer.
More: Kadokawa, NIS America, The Lost Child
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero – Ultimate Edition launches May 8 in North America
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero – Ultimate Edition is coming to North America on May 8, XSEED announced today. Pricing is set at $39.99.
In Europe, Shantae: Half-Genie Hero – Ultimate Edition was given an April 27 release date last week.
Yesterday Origins essentially confirmed for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier in the year, Yesterday Origins was rated by the USK. It was a sign that Microids intends to bring the title to Nintendo’s console.
Amazon France is now listing Yesterday Origins for Switch as well. Assuming the retailer hasn’t pulled the information out of thin air, we can safely say this is happening. We also have the boxart attached above.
And here are some screenshots as well:
More: Microids, Pendulo Studios, Yesterday Origins
Warhammer 40,000: Deathwatch – Enhanced Edition listed for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Warhammer 40,000: Deathwatch – Enhanced Edition could be coming to Switch. ozgameshop, a retailer in the UK, is currently listing the game for Nintendo’s console.
Originally a mobile game before being released on new platforms in 2015, Warhammer 40,000: Deathwatch is a turn-based strategy title. The Enhanced Edition is “a revamped and improved version of the original game” with visual enhancements in Unreal Engine 4, new marines, and more. Also included for Switch are a “redesigned and intuitive user interface and custom controls”.
ozgameshop has Warhammer 40,000: Deathwatch down for a tentative September 21 release. Find some additional details and a trailer below.
Dragon Quest Builders 2 details and screenshots
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Square Enix has gone live with the official Japanese website for Dragon Quest Builders 2. Find a bunch of details and screenshots below, courtesy of Gematsu.
Super Mario Odyssey – Tiara concept art
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo is back with another piece of concept art from Super Mario Odyssey. Today, we have a look at the design for Tiara. Nintendo notes that she wears a veil similar to a peach in a wedding dress, and her expressions are just like Cappy’s.
More: Super Mario Odyssey
Super Rare Games says its next Switch physical releases “are absolutely insane”, shipping costs to be reduced
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Super Rare Games is one of the latest companies to have entered the physical games market. In fact, they’re focusing exclusively on releases for Nintendo’s platform. Thus far Super Rare Games has worked with Curve Digital to produce boxed copies of Human: Fall Flat and The Flame in the Flood.
Super Rare Games isn’t saying what’s next just yet, but they are looking to hype fans up. An email sent out to customers mentions that their next titles “are absolutely insane.”
More: Super Rare Games
Famitsu’s most wanted games (4/1/18)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Persona Q2 and Bayonetta 3 are both in the top five while Super Smash Bros. Switch makes its first appearance.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between March 15 and March 20.
