Team Sonic Racing DLC not currently planned, no microtransactions
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
At least to start out with, Team Sonic Racing won’t have any DLC. There also won’t be microtransactions of any kind, which some may have been concerned about due to the game’s mod pods and the way in which new customization parts are unlocked.
In a live stream this week, SEGA’s Aaron Webber explained that the original plan was for Team Sonic Racing to include everything at launch without cutting out content and selling it later. Other than that, the team felt strongly about avoiding microtransactions, so currency earned in-game – used to unlock parts – doesn’t tie in to real money.
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Why Team Ninja is developing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new developer has taken the reigns on Marvel Ultimate Alliance. Nintendo is publishing Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, but Ninja Gaiden studio Team Ninja is actually in charge of production. How this came to be was explained in the latest issue of Game Informer.
As it turns out, Marvel was already aware of Team Ninja’s pedigree. Marvel Games VP and executive producer Mike Jones said that folks inside the company are “huge fans of Team Ninja and Koei Tecmo and their esteemed history.” He went on to say:
[Let’s Talk] Favorite custom stages in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 0 comments
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s big 3.0 update has been available for a few weeks now. That means players have access to the new content and features, including Stage Builder. The great thing about the Stage Builder is that anyone can easily create a level, upload it online, and have it played by others right away. Of course, some have received more recognition than others – and the “Yeah!” system also comes in to play, where highly-rated creations will be easier to spot.
Since Stage Builder has been up and running for awhile, we want to know what favorites you’ve come across thus far. Is there a level you’ve made that you’d like to share? Let us know in the comments below.
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Team Sonic Racing – Switch vs. PS4 graphics and load time comparison
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
GameXplain has compared the Switch and PS4 versions of Team Sonic Racing in terms of both graphics and load times. Check out the video for a closer look below.
More: comparison, SEGA, Sumo Digital, Team Sonic Racing
Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle producer on his favorite additions, his dream anime, message to Nintendo fans
Posted on 5 years ago by Oni Dino(@Oni_Dino) in Interviews, Previews, Switch | 0 comments
This past week, Koei Tecmo were kind enough to invite us to a pre-release event for Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle. In addition to going hands-on with the Switch build, we had a personal demonstration from Omega Force manager and Attack on Titan 2: Final Battle producer, Mr. Hideo Suzuki.
Mr. Suzuki answered our questions and shared a lot of new information about Final Battle with us. We decided to ask him a few personal questions, as well, including his dream anime IP to work on. Check below the break for his responses.
Team Sonic Racing Switch footage
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
GameXplain has offered a look at Team Sonic Racing on Switch with nearly 20 minutes of footage. Check out the gameplay below.
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Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle pre-orders open
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Retailers are starting to take pre-orders for the Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle. Amazon has it here, and GameStop has it here.
The Super Mario Maker 2 + Nintendo Switch Online Bundle includes a copy of the game and a 12-month service subscription, needed to access the game’s online functionality. The two cost $80 separately, so the package saves you $10.
More: Amazon, GameStop, pre-order, Super Mario Maker 2
Fire Emblem: Three Houses introduces Hanneman, Crests
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has prepared a double dose of updates for Fire Emblem: Three Houses. Along with an introduction for Hanneman, we also have news about Crests.
First up, here’s a bio for Hanneman:
MotoGP 19 boxart
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 0 comments
Amazon’s product listing for MotoGP 19 has updated with a look at the game’s boxart. Take a look at the packaging image above.
You can pre-order MotoGP 19 for Switch on Amazon here.
Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers FAQ
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
This past week, the Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers offer was announced for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers. It allows members to purchase two tickets at a time for $99.99 and redeem them for eligible titles. It’s essentially a way to save a bit of cash on digital games, since you can nab releases such as Super Mario Maker 2 and Fire Emblem: Three Houses for a total of $100 instead of $120.
An official FAQ for Nintendo Switch Vouchers has been published on Nintendo’s website that outlines further information about the offer, confirming that more games will be added to the program among other things. You can read it in full below.
