WayForward working on The Mummy Demastered for Switch
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 9 Comments
Shantae developer WayForward is working on a new game based on The Mummy for Switch. The Mummy Demastered will launch on the console and other platforms in August, publisher Universal Brand Development announced today.
Here’s an overview:
“The Mummy Demastered from WayForward, known for pixel games that bring the look and fun of classic arcades to modern consoles, is a platforming adventure game based on The Mummy. Launching in late August 2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Steam, players will enter a world of evil as an elite Prodigium agent who is tasked to take down Princess Ahmanet’s army of the undead and save the world at any cost. Players will explore dark forests, maze-like military compounds and the sandstorm-filled streets of London in this retro-inspired adventure.”
WayForward shared a single screenshot from The Mummy Demastered on Twitter, posted above.
Source: Universal Brand Development PR, Source 2
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SEGA and Atlus’ E3 2017 lineup
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 21 Comments
SEGA and Atlus have announced their joint lineup for E3 2017. The two sides will have neighboring stands in the West Hall, showcasing a various games in the publisher’s biggest E3 showing since 2013.
From SEGA, both Sonic Mania and Sonic Forces will be playable. Atlus will also be featuring Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth, Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology, and Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux.
Continue on below for Atlus and SEGA’s full lineup plus overviews of all games.
Miyamoto on Super Nintendo World – possible Switch interactivity, non-Mario representation, more
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 8 Comments
Yesterday, Nintendo and Universal Studios Japan held a special ceremony to announce the official start of construction on Super Nintendo World. 4Gamer shared some comments from Shigeru Miyamoto following the event.
At one point of the interview, Miyamoto touched on possible Switch interactivity at the park. He joked around by saying that he hopes the system will be even more popular in 2020, and thinks it could have a lifespan of longer than five years. According to Miyamoto, they’re thinking of potential interactivity between Switch and Super Nintendo World, and preparations are already in place for that. Nintendo is sharing their know-how from past experiences (like the 3DS at the Louvre Museum) and experimentation with Universal Studios and they are both are planning on how to implement the feature.
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Axiom Verge confirmed for Switch, will have a physical version alongside Wii U in August
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 35 Comments
Awhile back, a physical version of Axiom Verge was announced. Wii U and other platforms are set to receive the “Multiverse Edition” with a bunch of goodies. We now have confirmation that Axiom Verge is not only coming to Switch, but will also be receiving the same physical release.
The Axiom Verge Multiverse Edition contains the following:
– Copy of Axiom Verge on disc/cartridge
– Deluxe booklet with developer’s commentary and art
– Double-sided poster with the world map and weapons/items in the game
– Exclusive making-of documentary
– Soundtrack CD (Available only on Switch, pre-order incentive otherwise)
You can pick up the Aaxiom Verge Multiverse Edition in August. It will cost $29.99 / €29.99 / £24.99 on Wii U, but $39.99 / €39.99 on Switch.
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Sonic Mania adds Chemical Factory Zone
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 4 Comments
Update: Correction – we’ve now received the official announcement from SEGA. As some have thought, the final name is Chemical Plant Zone. Not Chemical Factory Zone.
Original: Game Informer has a first look at a new Zone in Sonic Mania. View a couple of videos showing off Chemical Factory below.
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Dragon Quest XI: new details on Silvia’s spells and special skills and the Samadhi Kingdom
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch | 1 Comment
Another week, another new round of Dragon Quest XI details from Weekly Jump magazine. This time, we learn more about Silvia, what he can do in battle and the Samadhi Kingdom. Full credit to Gematsu for the translation.
Silvia is a traveling entertainer who lives a freewheeling life and has the wonderful dream of “making people around the world smile through his own performance.” He is always cheerful and positive, and is the top mood maker among the party. He has magnificent poses and seems to get instinctively entranced. He can participate in battle through attacks, support, and recovery, and can equip one-handed swords, whips, and daggers.
Spells he can use include:
- “Oomph” – Raises an ally’s attack power. A spell useful in boss battles and such.
His special skills include:
- “Hustle Dance” – An lively dance that restores HP to all members of the party.
- “Miracle Sword” – A one-handed sword skill that can recover HP while dealing damage.
- “Whip of Love” – A whip skill that deals great damage to multiple enemies.
- “Viper Fang” – A dagger skill that targets a single enemy and occasionally induces poison.
The Samadhi Kingdom is a country of knights surrounded by a desert. It is a historic kingdom that reigns over the desert and values its chivalry. It is rumored that the young prince is himself an outstanding knight. Horse races are also carried out there.
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Splatoon 2: Dynamo Roller & Splash-o-matic return, have new sub and special weapons
Posted on 7 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Screenshots, Switch | 0 comments
The Splatoon Twitter account has confirmed that another fan favorite weapon from the first game will return in Splatoon 2 – the Dynamo Roller. However, it now has the Ink Mine sub-weapon and the Sting Ray special.
The Ink Mine has seen a couple of modifications – you can now place two of them at the same time, and if an opponent is hit (but not splatted) by one, they are tagged as if they were hit by a Point Sensor.
Another returning weapon is the Splash-o-matic. Its sub and special weapons have also changed – it has the recently revealed poison mist sub-weapon and the Inkjet special.
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[Review] ARMS
Posted on 7 years ago by Philip(@P_Trah) in Reviews, Switch | 18 Comments
System: Switch
Release date: June 16, 2017
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo
It feels commonplace with Nintendo to expect at least one new first-party IP to follow the most recent console launch. Enter ARMS, Nintendo’s latest original game, and their take on a more competitive-styled fighter. Nintendo has had experience with the fighting game genre in the past with the Smash Bros. series, but instead of leaning more towards the party-style that has been the intended main focus Smash Bros., ARMS seems to lend itself to a more competitive one-on-one style of fighting game in the vein of Street Fighter or Mortal Kombat while still maintaining the big N’s signature twist on a traditional genre.
2017 Splatoon 2 World Inkling Invitational Spotlight: Rising Moon
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
The second spotlight video is now online for the 2017 Splatoon 2 World Inkling Invitational. Today we’re introduced to Rising Moon, the team representing Europe. Take a look at the video below.
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Switch is getting the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 Deluxe Edition (season pass, early DLC access)
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 1 Comment
Deluxe Editions and season passes aren’t often connected to Nintendo platforms. But with LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2, Warner Bros. is giving Switch the same treatment as other consoles.
Warner Bros. announced today the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 Deluxe Edition will be available on Switch. Included in the package is the game’s season pass, early access to the Classic Guardians of the Galaxy Character Pack, and an exclusive Giant-Man LEGO Minifigure.
