Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap releasing physically for Switch on February 13
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments
The physical version of Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap isn’t too far away. Today, Nicalis announced a release date of February 13 for the retail release.
Those who purchase Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap at launch will receive a few goodies. Along with the game itself, Nicalis is including an instruction booklet, a soundtrack sampler, and PVC strap.
Kirby Star Allies has a Qbby cameo (BoxBoy!)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Kirby isn’t the only series HAL Laboratory is known for. Over the past few years, the company has created a series of BoxBoy! games. Even its main character Qbby received an amiibo – well, in Japan at least.
As a nod to its past works, Kirby Star Allies has a special cameo. Those with preview access have discovered that Qbby can be found in the game.
Thanks to Álvaro for the tip.
More: HAL Laboratory, Kirby Star Allies
Hotel Transylvania game coming to Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments
The new Hotel Transylvania 3 movie is releasing in theaters this summer. Tying in with that, Outright Games has a related title in the works, and it’s planned for Switch.
The Hotel Transylvania game picks up where Hotel Transylvania 3 leaves off. Drac’s Pack find themselves washed overboard and lost on mysterious islands. Players will need to “rescue their favorite monster friends from fearsome enemies, discover lovable new allies with amazing abilities, and push their puzzle-solving skills to the limit to find their friends and the magic compass needed to get back to Hotel Transylvania.”
Outright Games will publish the new Hotel Transylvania game this summer.
Source: Outright Games PR
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More Hototogisu Tairan 1553: Ryuuko Aiutsu details
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier today, Hototogisu Tairan 1553: Ryuuko Aiuts was announced for Switch via Famitsu. A few more details have since leaked out of the magazine.
The current theme for Hototogisu Tairan 1553: Ryuuko Aiuts is the Battles of Kawanakajima. This theme will change following future updates.
This Is the Police 2 announced, coming to Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
This Is the Police made it to Switch towards the end of last year. Today, THQ Nordic and Weappy Studio announced a sequel, and it’s coming to Switch.
Here’s what we know thus far:
More: This Is the Police 2, THQ Nordic, top, Weappy Studio
New Minecraft update out tonight / tomorrow with Moana Character Pack, Skin Pack 1
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 2 Comments
A new update is due out very soon for Minecraft on both Switch and Wii U. The patch will implement a number of fixes, but also adds the Moana Character Pack and Skin Pack 1.
Maintenance will be taking place for Minecraft later today. The patch should be going live during the early part of that period.
For the full patch notes of today’s update, continue on below.
More: 4J Studios, Minecraft, Mojang, title update
Famitsu review scores (1/30/18)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch eShop | 1 Comment
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Dynasty Warriors 9 (PS4) – 9/9/9/8
World to the West (NSW) – 8/8/8/8
Gal Metal (NSW) – 9/7/8/7
Leap of Fate (PS4) – 8/8/7/8
Shu (NSW) – 8/8/8/7
Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet (PS4/XBO) – 8/8/8/7
Gundemoniums (PS4/PSV) – 8/7/7/7
Heroes of the Monkey Tavern (NSW) – 6/8/7/6
AER (PS4) – 7/7/7/6
More: Famitsu, Famitsu scores
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero – Ultimate Edition to include “Backer Exclusive” Kickstarter content
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Yesterday, WayForward posted a new update pertaining to Shantae: Half-Genie Hero on the game’s official Kickstarter page. The latest news primarily covers the upcoming Ultimate Edition.
WayForward first confirms that the Ultimate Edition will include the “Backer Exclusive” content from Kickstarter, including the Tinkerbat DLC. The company states:
New Kirby Star Allies footage
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Update: More footage added in below.
Original: New footage of Kirby Star Allies has emerged showing a couple of boss battles. See the latest gameplay clips below.
More: HAL Laboratory, Kirby Star Allies
Pokken Tournament DX – Aegislash DLC footage
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At EVO Japan this weekend, new footage of Aegislash was shown in Pokken Tournament DX. Check out the relevant recording below.
Aegislash will be available as part of the first batch of Pokken Tournament DLC on January 31. Mega Rayquaza and Mimikyu will be offered in the same pack as support Pokemon.
