Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle reviews roundup
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 21 Comments
The review embargo for Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle has lifted, and plenty of outlets are beginning to share their thoughts about the game. We’ve compiled some of the early verdicts below.
Nintendo Everything – Thumbs Up
IGN – 7.7 / 10
GameSpot – 9 / 10
Game Informer – 8.5 / 10
Nintendo World Report – 9 / 10
Nintendo Life – 9 / 10
Eurogamer – Recommended
Destructoid – 7.5 / 10
GameXplain – Liked-A-Lot
GamesBeat – 85 / 100
Polygon – 8 / 10
TIME – 5 / 5
Sumikko Gurashi: Sumikko Park e Youkoso coming to Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
The latest issue of Famitsu has revealed a new entry in the Sumikko Gurashi series. Titled Sumikko Gurashi: Sumikko Park e Youkoso, this party game will be released on the Switch on December 7th. As with past entries in the series, a localization seems extremely unlikely, but with the Switch being region-free, you’ll at least be able to easily grab the Japanese version.
More: Japan, Nippon Columbia, Sumikko Gurashi
Famitsu’s most wanted games (8/27/17)
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 8 Comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu‘s most wanted games chart. Super Mario Odyssey is still #3 (nearly #2), and the Switch version of Fire Emblem Warriors moves into the top ten.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between August 3 and August 9.
More: Famitsu, Famitsu's most wanted
All amiibo weapon unlocks in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle has support for amiibo. Mario, Peach, Yoshi and Luigi figures can be used to unlock new weapons in the game.
press X now compiled a listing of the various weapons you’ll unlock by scanning figures. Stats for most of the weapons are included as well. For the full list, continue on below.
Nintendo promises to ramp up Switch production for the holidays
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 89 Comments
Switch stock has been an issue for Nintendo since the console launched in March. Six months later, the situation has improved slightly, but the system is still difficult to find in many areas.
The Wall Street Journal covered the Switch stock situation in a new article. It covers mostly what we’ve talked about before – things like lotteries in Japan and inconsistent units available in the states.
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Another look at Peach’s wedding dress in Super Mario Odyssey
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 10 Comments
The Japanese Twitter account for Super Mario Odyssey posted another new update today. This time around, we’re given another look at Princess Peach’s wedding dress in the game. Check out the image above.
Thanks to LukasManak for the tip.
More: Super Mario Odyssey
Atelier Lydie & Soeur: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting details and screenshots – characters, synthesis system, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 5 Comments
Gust published a new wave of details and screnshots for Atelier Lydie & Soeur: Alchemists of the Mysterious Painting today. The latest information covers characters, initial plot, synthesis system, and one of the areas. Everything has been rounded up below, courtesy of Gematsu’s translation.
Nintendo NY hosting Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle launch event with creative director and composer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
Nintendo NY is gearing up for a special Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle launch event. The game’s creative director and composer will be on hand, with other activities planned as well. Those who stop by will also be able to experience a demo.
Here’s an official overview of the event:
10 minutes of Lost Sphear footage
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 18 Comments
During a live stream at the GameStop expo today, Square Enix stopped by and showed some footage from Lost Sphear. Watch ten minutes of gameplay below.
More: Lost Sphear, Square Enix, Tokyo RPG Factory
No central hub world in Super Mario Odyssey
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 26 Comments
Super Mario Odyssey follows the same style as Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine by featuring sandbox gameplay. However, the Switch title will set itself apart in one notable way.
When Nintendo live streamed from Gamescom earlier this week with producer Yoshiaki Koizumi, it was briefly mentioned that no hub world is included in Super Mario Odyssey. Although some may have assumed that a hub world wouldn’t be included, this is the first time Nintendo has confirmed it directly.
