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Posted on 7 years ago by Tyler(@tylerlelliott) in News, Switch | 5 Comments

Last month, we reported the GBA game Gekido Kintaro’s Revenge would be coming to the Switch. At that time, we weren’t sure when to expect the game, other than it was “coming soon.” Today on Twitter, Naps Team‏ revealed that Gekido Kintaro’s Revenge will be ready for release Q1 2018.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Screenshots, Switch | 11 Comments

We have a handful of new screenshots showing off Bayonetta and its sequel on Switch. Get a look at the images in the gallery below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 8 Comments

If you’re interested in watching video content on Switch, you don’t have a whole lot of options at present. But there is Hulu, as the app started distribution last November.

As part of a new Reddit AMA, SVP of Experience at Hulu Ben Smith commented on bringing the service to Switch. One interesting point mentioned is that the company is looking into adding touch support, which is something users have requested.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments

The physical version of Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap isn’t too far away. Today, Nicalis announced a release date of February 13 for the retail release.

Those who purchase Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap at launch will receive a few goodies. Along with the game itself, Nicalis is including an instruction booklet, a soundtrack sampler, and PVC strap.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 2 Comments

Kirby isn’t the only series HAL Laboratory is known for. Over the past few years, the company has created a series of BoxBoy! games. Even its main character Qbby received an amiibo – well, in Japan at least.

As a nod to its past works, Kirby Star Allies has a special cameo. Those with preview access have discovered that Qbby can be found in the game.

Thanks to Álvaro for the tip.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 7 Comments

The new Hotel Transylvania 3 movie is releasing in theaters this summer. Tying in with that, Outright Games has a related title in the works, and it’s planned for Switch.

The Hotel Transylvania game picks up where Hotel Transylvania 3 leaves off. Drac’s Pack find themselves washed overboard and lost on mysterious islands. Players will need to “rescue their favorite monster friends from fearsome enemies, discover lovable new allies with amazing abilities, and push their puzzle-solving skills to the limit to find their friends and the magic compass needed to get back to Hotel Transylvania.”

Outright Games will publish the new Hotel Transylvania game this summer.

Source: Outright Games PR

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Earlier today, Hototogisu Tairan 1553: Ryuuko Aiuts was announced for Switch via Famitsu. A few more details have since leaked out of the magazine.

The current theme for Hototogisu Tairan 1553: Ryuuko Aiuts is the Battles of Kawanakajima. This theme will change following future updates.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments

This Is the Police made it to Switch towards the end of last year. Today, THQ Nordic and Weappy Studio announced a sequel, and it’s coming to Switch.

Here’s what we know thus far:

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 2 Comments

A new update is due out very soon for Minecraft on both Switch and Wii U. The patch will implement a number of fixes, but also adds the Moana Character Pack and Skin Pack 1.

Maintenance will be taking place for Minecraft later today. The patch should be going live during the early part of that period.

For the full patch notes of today’s update, continue on below.

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Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Switch eShop | 1 Comment

This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:

Dynasty Warriors 9 (PS4) – 9/9/9/8
World to the West (NSW) – 8/8/8/8
Gal Metal (NSW) – 9/7/8/7
Leap of Fate (PS4) – 8/8/7/8
Shu (NSW) – 8/8/8/7
Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet (PS4/XBO) – 8/8/8/7
Gundemoniums (PS4/PSV) – 8/7/7/7
Heroes of the Monkey Tavern (NSW) – 6/8/7/6
AER (PS4) – 7/7/7/6

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