[Review] Another Code: Recollection
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: January 19, 2024
Developer: Arc System Works / Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
It’s really a bit remarkable that, of all the long-dormant franchises Nintendo could have chosen to resurrect next, it was Another Code that they decided to give another chance. I’m totally here for it, both as a fan of narrative-driven adventure games, and as an advocate for the preservation and accessibility of older titles; I’m just surprised that it actually happened. Another Code: Recollection is a full remake of the 2005 DS game Another Code: Two Memories, as well as its Wii sequel, Another Code R: Journey into Lost Memories – the latter which never released in North America. While these puzzle-tinted mystery games have always been well-regarded by fans for their compelling premises and overall atmosphere, they never sold particularly well globally and generally received mixed reviews from critics; furthermore, the original development studio no longer exists, and both games were built around hardware features unique to their original platforms. Well, against all odds, we now have a reimagined collection of both titles sporting improved visuals and presentation, and even some narrative and gameplay changes. While I ultimately enjoyed my time getting to know the game’s charming protagonist and unraveling a moderately captivating mystery, Another Code: Recollection’s toothless writing and shallow moment-to-moment gameplay makes it a slightly niche recommendation.
UK software sales for the week ending January 27, 2024
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending January 27, 2024 is now available.
This time around, Super Mario Bros. Wonder drops to #5 while Mario Kart 8 Deluxe moves up to #6. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown debuted at #4, but now slips to #10.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending January 27, 2024:
Spy x Anya: Operation Memories releasing on Switch June 28, new trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in News, Switch | 0 comments
Bandai Namco has announced that Spy x Anya: Operation Memories will be arriving on Switch later this year. You’ll be able to pick up the game from June 28, 2024.
You can catch up on everything you need to know in the following overview:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – January 28, 2024
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is back as the top Switch title.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 10 and January 16.
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet announce Tera Raid Battle event with Empoleon
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet are back with another Tera Raid Battle event, this time featuring Empoleon.
Empoleon will be appearing in 7 Star Raids. It will carry the Ice Tera Type, the Mightiest Mark, and can be caught once per save file.
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Pre-order updates – January 28, 2024
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
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Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters gameplay
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters came to Switch in the west this week, and we have new gameplay from the final release. Nearly an hour of RPG is here for the RPG.
As a reminder, here’s what to expect from the title:
[Review] Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: January 23, 2024
Developer: Idea Factory / Compile Heart
Publisher: Idea Factory
Hyperdimension Neptunia is a series that has been around for a long time now, and much like the video game industry that it shamelessly parodies, it is constantly changing, incorporating new ideas and gameplay mechanics into its premise to stay relevant. This has not always been for the better, however. Neptunia: Sisters VS Sisters, the latest entry in the franchise to make its way to the Switch, now features some of the series’ best writing to date, but is let down quite significantly in other areas, making it a tough sell for any but those already invested in the series.
How to trade with Coach Trainers in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Posted on 1 year ago by Ethan in Guides, Switch | 0 comments
Today, we’re talking all about coaches in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet – how to invite them, the benefits of doing so, and the Pokemon each coach offers to trade you on their third visit.
Coach trainers are a mechanic new to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk DLC. Blueberry Academy is the home of the League Club Room, a special area that lets you extend invites to Gym Leaders, Elite Four members, and teachers from the base game. Once you’ve invited one of these coach trainers, you can battle them and eventually trade Pokemon with them after sending multiple invites.
More: Game Freak, highlight, Pokemon Scarlet, Pokemon Violet, top
Nintendo staffer reflects on N64 Switch Online controller development and trying to avoid leaks
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Takemoto Hayato, who is a part of Nintendo’s technical development department, published an interesting piece a little while back reflecting on his work with the N64 controller for Nintendo Switch Online. He spoke about his role during development and even gave a little bit of insight into leaks that occurred prior to the reveal and how they were essentially unavoidable.
Some of you may recall how there was a great deal of speculating regarding N64 games coming to Switch after a game controller application was filed with the Federal Communications Commission. Hayato called leaks “unavoidable” given how Nintendo would have needed to “perform extremely precise calendar management and careful information control” if it were to avoid “unintended situations”.
