Mario Kart 8 Deluxe update out now (version 2.4.0), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just started distribution of its latest update, version 2.4.0.
The patch is highlighted by the new Booster Course Pass DLC. Eight more tracks across two cups have been added, along with new playable characters – specifically Kamek (Mario Kart Tour), Petey Piranha (Mario Kart Double Dash!!), and Wiggler (Mario Kart 7).
Even if you don’t plan on nabbing the DLC, you’ll want to download the update as some other aspects are included. These include performance improvements of some characters and vehicle customizations, adjusted invincibility time of some characters, lowered appearance rate of Mirror and 200cc races in Worldwide and Regional settings, and more.
More: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, title update, top
Mario Kart DLC’s exciting new tracks, Pokemon Sleep, Kid Icarus, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 059
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in Podcast, Switch | 0 comments
As life races by at the speed of a Blue Shell, it’s important that we all take the time to enjoy some good old-fashioned vroomin’ from time to time. Fortunately, in this week’s episode of Nintendo Everything Refresh we finally get to take a deeper look at the next round of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC, which is bringing back some classic tracks that have at least one of us unreasonably excited. Nick and rising co-host Dawn will also discuss what the heck is going on with Pokemon Sleep, nerd out about the newest Sakurai deep-dive on Kid Icarus Uprising’s development, and much more!
Minecraft update out now (version 1.20.10), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Minecraft is back with another update, and version 1.20.10 is pretty sizeable.
A bunch of improvements have now been implemented. Some of the highlights include how players can now sneak under 1.5 block gaps, shovels are no longer needed to craft Boats, more actions now emit vibrations detected by Sculk Sensors, and fixes to over 50 community-reported issues.
The full rundown can be found below.
More: Minecraft, Mojang, title update, Xbox Game Studios
Among Us update out now (version 2023.7.11), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Innersloth has gone live with the next update for Among Us, version 2023.7.11.
The big highlight this time around is a new Quick Chat system. This new builder slides out from the right side of the screen, and a new favorite option is available. Also worth noting, the Ghostface collaboration for Scream has returned.
Here’s the full rundown of the update:
More: Among Us, Innersloth, title update
Neon White Switch physical release announced
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Today, iam8bit and distribution partner Skybound Games, together with publisher Annapurna Interactive and developer Ben Esposito and Angel Matrix, announced a physical release for Neon White on Switch.
The title will be sold at all major retailers, and it includes an original 11 x 17 in. foldout poster and artwork by character artist Rebecca Ryan. Also planned is an iam8bit Edition featuring the game, five Neon White anime-style “character peeker” stickers, an exclusive cover sheet by character artist Rebecca Ryan, a soundtrack by Machine Girl.
Revita getting a physical release on Switch
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Red Art Games is readying a physical release for Revita on Switch, the company revealed today. A release is planned for Q4 2023.
A Deluxe Edition will be available. Each copy includes the game, a double-sided poster, acrylic stand, and a sticker sheet.
More: BenStar, Dear Villagers, Red Art Games, Revita
Formula Retro Racing: World Tour receiving Switch physical release
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A physical release for Formula Retro Racing: World Tour on Switch has now been confirmed. PM Studios is set to handle distribution in North America, with Numskull Games taking care of things in Europe.
The Formula Retro Racing World Tour Special Edition will feature exclusive new content in the form of six new unique tracks (on top of the games base 18 tracks), reversed track variants, and other bonus gameplay and UI features. Also included are two stickers based on the game’s key art.
Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles gets Rhapsody III spotlight trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
NIS America is back with another trailer for Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles, this time focusing on Rhapsody III. This title is finally seeing a western release for the first time after it previously hit the PS2 over two decades ago.
As for the entire collection, here’s a rundown of what to expect:
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons characters trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons is back with another trailer, this time focusing on the game’s various characters. Billy Lee, Jimmy Lee, Marian, Uncle Matin, Abobo, Chin Tai Mei, Linda, and Burnov are featured.
Here’s a rundown explaining the game in more detail:
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince details story, characters, areas, monsters
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Square Enix has provided fresh details on Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, covering aspects such as story, characters, areas, and monsters. This follows the official announcement in last month’s Nintendo Direct.
Here’s the full rundown, courtesy of Square Enix.
