Eastward is the next Nintendo Switch Online Game Trial in North America
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has announced the next Switch Online Game Trial in North America, which will be Eastward. Active members can play the game for free between September 27 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET and October 3 at 11:59 PM PT / October 4 at 2:59 AM ET.
This is the full experience here – nothing has been cut. Additionally, any progress can be used in the full version of the game. Also, simply by trying out the trial, you can earn 100 Platinum Points on My Nintendo.
Another Crusade details physical release
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Another Crusade was confirmed for physical release on Switch when the game itself was announced during the summer, but Limited Run Games didn’t provide details at the time. The company has now followed up with actual information.
Another Crusade will be sold standalone on Switch as well as with a Classic Edition. The latter includes a throwback box, double-sided poster, and soundtrack.
[Review] Silent Hope
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: October 3, 2023
Developer: Marvelous
Publisher: XSEED
Some of the most recognizable video games in history have had silent protagonists, and although their success might not have been determined by this choice, it is nonetheless a very effective mechanic to facilitate player immersion. In the absence of a defined personality, the imagination is free to run wild, and the player can insert themselves into the game’s world and story using that character as a proxy. However, what if your player character’s silence wasn’t a choice? Silent Hope, the latest game from XSEED Games and Marvelous, takes this idea as its basic premise and thrusts you into the heart of the mystery, and while its gameplay is fun and enjoyable in short bursts, there is less to be said about it the longer that you play.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass Set to release at retail
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has announced the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass Set, which is a new retail release for the game. Fans can pick it up on October 6, 2023.
This is another odd release from Nintendo as it’s not a true physical release. It seems the original Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game is included, but the Booster Course Pass will be a download content. On the bright side, you’ll get a few physical goodies here – namely a set of four pins, set of five art cards (double sided) and set of ten sticker sheets.
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Famitsu review scores – September 27, 2023
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest Famitsu review scores for the week of September 27, 2023 are as follows:
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Pikmin 4 update out now (version 1.0.2), patch notes
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new update has just gone out for Pikmin 4, with Nintendo starting distribution of version 1.0.2.
Several different bug fixes have been addressed here. With some of these, Nintendo advises downloading the patch and reloading save data. Also, Nintendo added in a progress bar to loading screens.
Here’s the full rundown of the update:
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Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections release date set for November, new trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Original (8/21): Bandai Namco has announced the final release date for Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections and revealed a few different editions, including two collector’s editions. A new trailer has arrived as well.
Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections launches for Switch on November 17, 2023. It’ll have a standard edition, Deluxe Edition, Ultimate Edition, Collector’s Edition, and Premium Collector’s Edition.
Paleo Pines launch trailer
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A launch trailer is here for Paleo Pines, the new dinosaur ranch builder. Modus Games and Italic Pig just released this one on Switch.
Learn more about it in the following overview:
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[Review] Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster
Posted on 1 year ago by Dawn in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: September 14, 2023
Developer: Monolith Soft / tri-Crescendo / logicalbeat
Publisher: Bandai Namco
Those who knew of Monolith Soft before their rise to fame with Xenoblade Chronicles will no doubt know them for their work on Xenosaga instead. Few will have heard of Baten Kaitos: Eternal Wings and the Lost Ocean and its prequel Baten Kaitos Origins, two titles that were released in the early 2000s on the Gamecube and were generally well-received, but failed to make a lasting impact with sales, and were largely forgotten about beyond occasional rumors of a third game being in the works or canceled that would surface from time-to-time over the years. Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster brings these two games to the Switch with enhanced visuals and quality of life features, and while both games are a product of the times and beginning to show their age in places, they hold up remarkably well and are worth experiencing for any fans of Monolith Soft’s later titles.
Minecraft reveals Dungeons & Dragons collaboration DLC
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Original (3/28): Minecraft has another collaboration in the pipeline, as it was revealed today that the game is crossing over with Dungeons & Dragons with new DLC. The announcement was made during a D&D Direct presentation a few minutes ago.
The Dungeons & Dragons DLC will let players explore the Forgotten Realms as classic D&D character classes. Monsters like beholders, mimics, mindflayers, and gelatinous cubes are in as well. Some classic locations have been recreated, including Icewind Dale and Candlekeep, battling Beholders, Mimics, and more.
