Switch has best-ever hardware and software sales week in the UK / Europe
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According to new data from Nintendo, Switch systems and games sold more in the UK and across Europe during the week of November 23 than any other week in the console’s lifespan. That’s based on reported sell-through according to internal Nintendo sales data. Software sales for both physical and digital sales are included.
On the hardware front, the previous best for Switch was in November 2019. The limited bundle including a Switch console, a download code for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and a three-month individual membership to Nintendo Switch Online provided a boost in sales.
The Game Awards 2021 winners announced
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The Game Awards 2021 have just drawn to a close, and we now have the full list of winners.
Many will remember the night for new announcements, trailers, and other news that emerged from the event. However, as the name implies, awards were also a big part. The nominees featured 107 different games, individuals, teams, and events spanning across a multitude of gaming genres and platforms.
As for the winners, here’s the full list for The Game Awards 2021:
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Dying Light 2: Stay Human cinematic trailer
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Techland debuted a new cinematic trailer for Dying Light 2: Stay Human at The Game Awards 2021 today, and the full video is now available.
Here’s some information about the title:
Famitsu software sales (11/29/21 – 12/5/21) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Pokemon Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl – 164,580 / 1,915,268
2. [NSW] Mario Party Superstars – 40,668 / 405,177
3. [NSW] Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain – 36,928 / NEW
4. [NSW] Animal Crossin: New Horizon – 18,640 / 6,987,075
5. [NSW] Minecraft – 18,308 / 2,309,889
6. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 16,160 / 4,169,449
7. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – 14,728 / 4,532,477
8. [NSW] Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition – 13,348 / NEW
9. [NSW] Ring Fit Adventure – 9,387 / 2,942,720
10. [NSW] Pokemon Sword / Shield – 8,998 / 4,215,022
Sonic Frontiers coming to Switch Holiday 2022, debut trailer
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At The Game Awards 2021 today, SEGA provided an update on the next mainline 3D Sonic the Hedgehog game – which now has a confirmed name of Sonic Frontiers. The title will launch for Switch in Holiday 2022.
Of the new project, SEGA teases: “An experience like never before, accelerate to new heights and experience the thrill of high velocity, open-zone freedom.” The action will take place in an area known as Starfall Islands, which features “dense forests, overflowing waterfalls, sizzling deserts and more”.
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Cuphead – The Delicious Last Course gets release date, trailer
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It’s been a long wait for The Delicious Last Course DLC for Cuphead, but Studio MDHR finally provided an update during The Game Awards 2021 today. All Switch players can access the new content starting on June 30, 2022.
Cuphead – The Delicious Last Course features Cuphead and Mugman who are now joined by Ms. Chalice – known to fans of the original as the wise Legendary Chalice. They’ll travel through the previously undiscovered Inkwell Isle. They’ll have new weapons, magical charms, and Ms. Chalice’s unique abilities on their side as they take on a new cast of fearsome, larger than life bosses to assist the jolly Chef Saltbaker in Cuphead’s final challenging quest.
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The Lord of the Rings: Gollum “A Split Personality” cinematic trailer
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A new cinematic trailer for The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has just come in, which is titled “A Split Personality”. It gives fans another look at the title – though we’re still waiting on proper gameplay.
Here’s an overview of the project:
Persona 4 Arena Ultimax coming to Switch
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Atlus is bringing the fighting title Persona 4 Arena Ultimax to Switch, the company revealed during The Game Awards 2021. It will launch on March 17, 2022.
The game originally released for arcades in 2013, followed by the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2014. It was co-developed by Arc System Works of Guilty Gear, BlazBlue, and Dragon Ball FighterZ fame.
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Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak new teaser trailer, amiibo revealed
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During The Game Awards 2021 tonight, Capcom debuted a brand new teaser trailer for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak – and new amiibo are confirmed.
At the end of the video, it’s revealed that a trio of additional figures are on the way. The lineup includes Palamute “Canyne Malzeno X”, Malzeno, and Palico “Felyne Malzeno X”. All of these figures unlock a special layered armor when used in the game.
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Pokemon Legends: Arceus reveals Hisuian Voltorb
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Hisuian Voltorb is joining Pokemon Legends: Arceus, it’s just been revealed. It’s a Sphere Pokemon with Electric/Grass Type, coming in at 1’8″ and weighing 28.7 pounds.
This creature has a glossy, spherical body and has an appearance reminiscent of Poke Balls of the Hisui region given the wood-grain-like makeup of its body’s surface and the hole on the top of its head.
