New screenshots of the Luncheon Kingdom in Super Mario Odyssey
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A pair of new Super Mario Odyssey screenshots dropped on the game’s Twitter account today. Both show the Luncheon Kingdom.
In one screenshot, we’re shown Mario’s chef costume which is required to access certain areas similar to some other outfits. Additionally, the Luncheon Kingdom has at least one area with an 8-bit-styled platforming section, and naturally, the costume carries over.
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15 minutes of Rogue Trooper Redux footage
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GameSpot has a video up showing extensive footage from Rogue Trooper Redux. The gameplay is in direct-feed and with direct audio, which is something we didn’t have at E3 last month. See the video below.
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Europe is getting the Neon Green/Neon Pink Joy-Con on July 28
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The Neon Green/Neon Pink Joy-Con have a new release date in Europe, and they’re arriving much earlier than expected. Nintendo announced on Twitter today that the controllers are slated for July 28.
The Neon Green/Neon Pink Joy-Con Pair hit store shelves on July 28th! #NintendoSwitch pic.twitter.com/hUxMblVOFL
— Nintendo UK (@NintendoUK) July 3, 2017
The Neon Green/Neon Pink Joy-Con were announced during the ARMS Direct. At the time, they were planned for a fall release.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle file size
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Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle will be a pretty small download on Switch. According to a listing on the European eShop, just 2.3GB of free space will be required.
Aside from the file size, there isn’t much else in the listing worth noting. amiibo support is once again confirmed, but as was the case in June, it’s still unclear how it will be supported.
Ittle Dew 2+ and Tiny Barbarian DX appear to be getting physical releases on Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments
Nicalis has been a roll with physical versions of Switch games. The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ got things going earlier this year. Then Nicalis followed up with Cave Story+ in June.
In the months ahead, Nicalis is planning a number of new Switch games. The End is Nigh and Blade Strangers should be getting physical releases since both boxarts have already been posted. It also looks like Ittle Dew 2+ and Tiny Barbarian DX are receiving the same treatment, based on Amazon listings.
Ittle Dew+ and Tiny Barbarian DX, along with Blade Strangers, can be pre-ordered on Amazon here.
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Dutch PR company confirms Dragon Quest XI for the west, no word on platforms
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 22 Comments
Dragon Quest XI is looking good for localization. A Dutch PR company has seemingly confirmed that they are handling PR for the release in the west. However, it’s unclear what platforms are involved. A release window is also unknown.
Dragon Quest XI is launching in Japan on July 29 on 3DS and PlayStation 4. A Switch version is also in the works, but Square Enix has yet to show it. Hopefully all versions will make it overseas.
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Headup Games will publish Cave Story+ for Switch in Europe
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Headup Games is working with Nicalis on the European release of The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ in Europe. Earlier today, the game received a new release date of September 7 in PAL regions.
Headup and Nicalis’ relationship will continue beyond The Binding of Isaac. In a new press release, Headup notes that Cave Story+ is one of the “next things we will tackle.” However, the company isn’t ready to share any specifics, and simply noted: “did we mention that good things come to those who wait?”
Source: Headup Games PR
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Splatoon 2 Direct announced for Thursday
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A new Nintendo Direct will air this Thursday focusing on Splatoon 2, Nintendo has announced. Fans can look forward to information about “some of the new features, weapons and styles” that will be in the game.
This week’s Splatoon 2 Direct will air at the following times:
– 7 AM PT
– 10 AM ET
– 3 PM in the UK
– 4 PM in Europe
We’ll have the Splatoon 2 Direct stream up an hour before it goes live on Thursday.
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The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ officially dated for September 7 in Europe and Australia
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The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ has an official, final release date in PAL territories. Headup Games will be publishing the title for Switch on September 7.
Like in North America, The Binding of Isaac: Afterbirth+ will have some special goodies. Sticker sheets and a retro-style manual will be included. Also, pre-orders will come with extra trinkets.
Headup shared today’s news on Twitter:
Isaac #Afterbirth+ for Switch gets an official release date: 7th of September in EU and AUS. And no empty retail box! #LogisticalReasons pic.twitter.com/XmXfYCK9mJ
— Headup Games (@HeadupGames) July 3, 2017
Dragon Quest XI – Martina and Row, Grotta screenshots
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Square Enix updated the Dragon Quest XI website today with the latest screenshots. Characters Martina and Row are shown as well as the new town Grotta. Have a look at the latest images below.
Martina, Row, and Grotta were all covered heavily in the latest issue of Jump. If you missed our coverage last week, all of the details can be found here.