Splatoon 2 update out now (version 3.2.0), patch notes
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The next big Splatoon 2 update has arrived. Following today’s earlier announcement, Nintendo has launched version 3.2.0 for all players.
Today’s update adds support for the new Pearl and Marina amiibo. There are also a ton of changes for weapons, Octo Expansion, and more.
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Japanese Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu / Eevee commercial
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Rounding out tonight’s wave of Japanese adverts is a commercial for Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu / Eevee. You can watch it below.
Japanese Switch Summer 2018, Mario Kart 8 / Nintendo Labo commercials
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Two new Japanese commercials have just come in. Below, we have an advert showing off some games for the summer plus one that highlights the new Nintendo Labo functionality in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
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Octopath Traveler is not Final Fantasy VI and that’s fantastic
Posted on 6 years ago by Eric Zauch in Features, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Hello everyone! Octopath Traveler recently delivered a fantastic demo. I put more than eight hours into it but I can’t help but wonder: is it behind the eight ball when compared to Final Fantasy VI? Well in some ways, yes, but that might just be what makes this a great game.
More: highlight, Octopath Traveler, Square Enix, top
Panic Button on its Switch ports and the hardware, porting process, Nintendo relationship, teases, lots more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier today, Panic Button held a lengthy Reddit AMA. The studio discussed its Switch ports, working with the system, porting process, its relationship with Nintendo, future project, and a whole lot more.
Here’s a summary of the notable points:
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Japanese Octopath Traveler launch commercial
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Square Enix has one more commercial up for Octopath Traveler with the game releasing this week. Check out the advert below.
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Ys VIII update out now (version 1.0.4)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest update for Ys VIII on Switch is now available. NIS America just started distribution of version 1.0.4.
With the new patch, there should be support for Japanese voices. NIS America also implemented aesthetic refinements during cut-scenes.
Undertale listed for September 15 release on Switch in Japan with physical version
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The popular indie game Undertale was announced for Switch earlier this year during a Nintendo Direct. There’s been little news since, but Amazon Japan has come through with new information.
According to the retailer, Undertale is launching September 15 in Japan. A physical copy will be offered. Amazon Japan has Undertale down for 4,320 yen.
NIS America letting fans vote on Disgaea 1 Complete’s reversible cover
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
NIS America intends to include a reversible cover with Disgaea 1 Complete. Three different designs have been nominated, which are pictured above.
You can place a vote here. The live results are also here. NIS America will close the voting period on July 19.
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Video: Nintendo’s Shinya Takahashi talks Switch games, says more Mario Kart 8 Deluxe updates are coming
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo posted a new video with Shinya Takahashi in which he discusses a few different Switch games, including Smash Bros. Ultimate. You can watch it below.
Mr. Takahashi answered a few questions on some of his favorite #NintendoSwitch titles, including The Legend of #Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and #Splatoon2! pic.twitter.com/UsKJKHNfLT
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 12, 2018
The big takeaway here is that Takahashi mentions “further updates for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe”. That was after he talked about the new Nintendo Labo integration. Could those future updates simply be more tie-ins for Labo or something else?