Monster Hunter XX Switch technical analysis: 3DS comparison, frame rate test
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Switch, Videos | 31 Comments
Digital Foundry has returned with yet another technical analysis. Monster Hunter XX on Switch gets the focus, including how it stacks up to the 3DS original.
First, on 3DS, Monster Hunter XX was originally a 240p game. But on Switch, Capcom increased the resolution to 1080p while Switch is docked. In portable mode, Monster Hunter XX is 720p on Switch.
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NBA 2K18 – MyTEAM trailer
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
2K Sports has come out with a new NBA 2K18 trailer focusing on the MyTEAM features. Have a look at the video below.
More: 2K Sports, NBA 2K18, Visual Concepts
Let’s Sing 2018 heading to Switch and Wii
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii | 13 Comments
Let’s Sing 2018 was announced today, and the game is heading to two generations of Nintendo platforms. It’ll be available on October 20 for Wii, and this Christmas on Switch. Ravenscourt and Voxler says Let’s Sing 2018 will be Switch’s first karaoke game.
Let’s Sing 2018 features 30 international smash hits, including “Hymn For The Weekend” from Coldplay, “Faded” from Alan Walker, “I Hate U” from Gnash ft. Olivia O’Brien, and “Rockabye” from Clean Bandit ft. Sean Paul & Anne-Marie. Other chart toppers from the likes of Lukas Graham with “7 Years”, Calvin Harris with “My Way”, The Chainsmokers ft. Halsey with “Closer” and more will be added as well.
More: Let's Sing 2018, Ravenscourt, Voxler Games
Classic Squiffer being added to Splatoon 2 tomorrow
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 3 Comments
Once again, a new weapon is coming to Splatoon 2. Tomorrow, the Classic Squiffer will be available to purchase from Sheldon. Assuming it hasn’t changed that much from the first game, the Classic Squiffer is a charger with a comparatively short range, but a fast charge time and low ink usage. It’ll come with the point sensor sub-weapon and the Ink Armor special.
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Sky Ride first look video
Posted on 7 years ago by Nick in Switch, Videos | 2 Comments
NintenDann has uploaded a new first look video showing off the wave based shooter Sky Ride from the US eShop, you can check out the footage taken below.
Media Create software sales (8/7/17 – 8/13/17) – Top 50
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
01./01. [3DS] Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age #
02./00. [3DS] The Snack World: TreJarers
03./02. [PS4] Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age #
04./03. [NSW] Splatoon 2 #
05./06. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
06./00. [PS4] Hitman: The Complete First Season
07./04. [3DS] Great Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney 2 – Naruhodou Ryuunosuke no Kakugo
08./00. [PS4] Mega Man Legacy Collection 2
09./10. [NSW] Arms
10./05. [PS4] Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
11./07. [3DS] Layton’s Mystery Journey: Katrielle and the Millionaire’s Conspiracy
12./09. [3DS] Hey! Pikmin
13./11. [NSW] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild #
14./12. [3DS] Sumikko Gurashi: Koko, Dokonan Desu?
15./14. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
16./16. [PS4] Gundam Versus #
17./13. [3DS] Pokemon Sun / Moon
18./17. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition #
19./21. [NSW] 1-2-Switch
20./19. [3DS] Mario Kart 7
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ARMS – Nintendo teasing new ARM
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The next update for ARMS will be adding a new character. Additionally, new ARMS will be added as well. Nintendo has started teasing the content on Twitter.
Here’s a look at the new ARM, which looks to be shield-based:
ARMSラボから、試作アームの映像が送られてきました。ラボ、民間企業がつくったアームの評価試験も行っているんですよ！
ほほう、「盾型」アームのようですね。今、盾型はファランクスだけですし企業としても狙い目……んん？？コレ、何が起こってるんでしょう…！？ pic.twitter.com/qipWFu75Hs— ARMS（アームズ） (@ARMS_Cobutter) August 18, 2017
Nintendo has not yet said when the next ARMS update is happening. Given the recent teases, hopefully it isn’t too far off.
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Poi receiving physical copy for Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Tyler(@tylerlelliott) in Images, News, Switch | 12 Comments
As previously reported, Poi will be coming to the Switch. EB Games now has a listing up for a physical release, featuring extra content with the “Explorer Edition.”
This special edition is set to include:
- Extended Storyline
- More challenging boss battles
- Unlockable Soundtrack and Digital Art Book
- New costumes and hats only available within the “Explorer Edition”
- Joy-Con motion control support
The game is listed as $40 CAD.
More: Alliance Digital Media, Poi, PolyKid
July 2017 NPD: Best-selling games on Switch, 3DS, games through 2017, last twelve months
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 12 Comments
Another round of data is in from this month’s NPD report. Along with the best-sellers on Switch and 3DS specifically for the month of July, we also have a list of the games that have sold the best in the U.S. so far this year and over the last twelve months. Continue on below for the full results.
July 2017 NPD: Switch outsells PS4 and Xbox One
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 234 Comments
Nintendo is finally starting to send out some extra Switch stock. Thanks to that, the system was the best-selling console in the United States last month. NPD has confirmed that Switch outsold the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One in July. The system is also contributing to a healthy gaming market in the United States.
NPD analyst Mat Piscatella says that hardware spending has increased by 20 percent compared to 2016 to $1.6 billion. “Performance of the Nintendo Switch continues to be the primary cause of the year-on-year gains,” Piscatella said.
