Earth Defense Force 4.1 out for Switch this December in Japan, TGS 2022 trailer
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After Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair was announced for Switch a little over a year ago, we haven’t heard much about it since. At the Tokyo Game Show today, it finally resurfaced.
D3Publisher has confirmed that Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair is set for a December 22, 2022 debut on Switch. However, the news seems to apply only to Japan at present even though the title has shipped on other platforms in English previously.
Samurai Maiden launches in December, second trailer
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At the 2022 Tokyo Game Show today, D3Publisher shared the latest news about Samurai Maiden, including a release date.
The game will be available on December 1, 2022 in Japan and December 8 in the west. A physical version is planned for Japan while it will be digital-only overseas. Additionally, a digital deluxe edition will be available.
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Splatoon 3 datamine may point to new Salmon Run modes / events
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Splatoon 3 dataminers have been picking apart the game, and seem to have made some interesting discoveries regarding Salmon Run.
Twitter user OatmealDome says that “Pair”, “Underground”, and “Contest” have been spotted. In fact, Pair and Underground will apparently have their own pay grades and titles. Underground is said to have higher quotas (per wave: +3 / +5 / +7) than normal. OatmealDome does also note that what was found here could also be occasional events like Big Run.
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Konami interested in making new Suikoden games
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The Suikoden series has been dormant for quite some time now, but it’s making a big comeback next year. Earlier today, Konami revealed that the first two games are getting remasters. The good news is that this could be just the start of Suikoden’s return.
Speaking with IGN, producer Yasuo Daikai teased:
Tales of Symphonia Remastered gets more details on improvements, first gameplay
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Tales of Symphonia Remastered was highlighted at the 2022 Tokyo Game Show today with more details about improvements plus first gameplay.
When it comes to graphics, Bandai Namco has reworked the main character graphics. This also extends to the 2D graphics for the opening movie and skits plus the natural expression of the world map. There’ll be graphic improvement of some objects. Regarding how the game actually plays, the title will have an event skip function (some event movies and skits can be skipped). The frame rate when using some artes has been stabilized as well. Finally, players can expect improvements while traveling on the sea.
Phantom Fury announced for Switch, follow-up to Ion Fury
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During Realms Deep 2022, publisher 3D Realms and developer Slipgate Ironworks announced Phantom Fury, a road movie-inspired first-person shooter starring Ion Fury’s Shelly “Bombshell” Harrison. The game is slated for 2023.
Here’s what’s been shared thus far:
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Nintendo clarifies how to pronounce Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s name
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It took three years from the original announcement, but we finally learned that the next Zelda game for Switch will be called The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Ever since the reveal in 2019, Nintendo simply referred to the game as “The sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild”.
After the announcement, there was some confusion as to how you actually pronounce the name. Many assumed that the “tears” referred to crying. However, “tears” could also point to something being torn up.
Dicey Dungeons getting a physical release on Switch
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Super Rare Games announced a partnership with Terry Cavanagh today for a physical version of Dicey Dungeons, a roguelike deckbuilder, on Switch.
5,000 units will be made in total. Each copy contains all the current content on its cart, including the Reunion DLC, a full-color manual, interior artwork, an exclusive sticker, and trading cards.
Fire Emblem Engage introduces Alear and Vander
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Fire Emblem Engage was announced this week, and Nintendo is starting to follow up with additional information by covering Alear and Vander.
Dragon Child is the starting class for Alear. They’re descended from a clan of dragons that has existed since ancient times and they can use Divine Dragon Sword Arts.
Atelier Ryza 3 gets Bos Brunnen trailer
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Following the announcement of Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key this week, publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Gust issued a trailer for the game focusing on Bos Brunnen. The character will be one of several that will accompany Ryza throughout the game.
We have more information about the title in the following overview:
