Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster launch trailer – two classic RPGs nearing return
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Suikoden 1 & 2 HD Remaster Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars is almost here, and Konami is gearing up for the launch with a new trailer. The pair of RPGs released way back of the day are now making a comeback with updated visuals, improved gameplay, and more.
Catch up on everything you need to know via the following overview:
Level-5 says Fantasy Life i underwent overhaul in 2024, Keiji Inafune left the company
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Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino shared notable information about the development of Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time in which he explained the game’s delay in 2024 and confirmed that producer Keiji Inafune left the company.
In a blog post, Hino said the project “faced an unexpected challenge” during the middle of last year. Aside from Inafune departing, the game underwent an overhaul after “internal test players had given the game harsh evaluations”. More of Level-5’s studios became involved and there were additions and improvements made, including “open-world exploration and parkour-style actions, restructuring the system’s progression flow, improving the core mechanics, and refining the scenario to be even more emotionally impactful.”
Here’s the update from Hino in full:
Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road seemingly delayed again, Inazuma Eleven V Heroes Showcase 2025 announced
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Level-5 has provided an update on Inazuma Eleven Victory Road, seemingly confirming yet another delay and announcing the Inazuma Eleven V Heroes Showcase 2025. CEO Akihiro Hino provided a status update in a new blog today.
Hino announced the Inazuma Eleven V Heroes Showcase 2025, which will cover “the official release date and everything included”. As for the release date, “it might slip just a tiny bit due to the ripple effects of Fantasy Life i.” The game was last said to be on track for June.
UK software sales chart for the week ending March 1, 2025 – Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection debuts
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending March 1, 2025 is now available.
There are a few new games here, including one for Nintendo Switch – that being Yu-Gi-Oh! Early Days Collection, which comes in at #9. Also, believe it or not, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is still on the rise. After it was #3 last week, it’s now #2 – only the just- released Monster Hunter Wilds managed to stop it.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending March 1, 2025:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – March 2, 2025 – Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake holds on strong
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake is holding steady at #2 and the top title for Nintendo Switch. Given the series’ popularity in Japan, that comes as no surprise.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between February 12 and February 18.
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Nintendo pre-order updates – March 2, 2025
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The best Nintendo Switch DLCs, ranked
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As the Nintendo Switch’s long eight-year life span comes to a close, we’re taking the time to rank five of its very best DLC expansions. Nintendo released quite a few big DLC packs, which added tons of life and longevity to their respective titles. Most of these are fine additions, but some of them distinctly stand out among the rest as incredible additions to their respective base games.
Glover launch trailer – classic 3D platformer returns
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A new launch trailer is in to celebrate the return of Glover. The title, which originally released on N64, just landed on new platforms including Nintendo Switch.
A rundown of what to expect can be found in the following overview:
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Pokemon Legends: Z-A is taking a page out of Xenoblade for its battle system
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Our first proper look at Pokemon Legends: Z-A has happened during as part of Pokemon Presents, and following that showcase, the game’s battle system has been drawing comparisons to Xenoblade Chronicles.
Pokemon Legends: Z-A features real time battles, allowing Trainers and Pokemon to move around the field as they engage in combat. When it comes to attacks, those are done through Trainer commands. However, you can’t just initiate moves at will. The game has different lengths of time needed for moves to be performed.
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Nintendo maintenance schedule – March 1, 2025 – Switch to be impacted
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Nintendo’s latest maintenance schedule for the week of March 1, 2025 is now available.
Just one session is currently planned, which is happening a few days from now. While there’s not a ton going on, Nintendo Switch will be impacted with save transfers.
Below is the full Nintendo maintenance schedule for the week of March 1, 2025:
