We had an inkling (get it?) that some big Splatoon 3 news was right around the corner, and indeed, last week Nintendo gave the game a dedicated 30-minute Direct showcasing a TON of details about its new modes, quality-of-life features, characters , and more. Join your hosts Nick, Nicolas, Dennis and Luiz (yes, everyone is here!) as they finely comb through all the juicy reveals from the presentation. After that, they’ll discuss two new Switch games that were highlighted in a recent THQ showcase, including the glorious return of 3D SpongeBob SquarePants platformers. Stick around in the back half the show for even more conversation about all the week’s biggest news!
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Accessibility has become a more prominent topic in the gaming industry, and we’ve seen Microsoft in particular make a push with initiatives like its adaptive controller. Interestingly, there were plans – at least at one point – for a new kind of controller that would work across Nintendo, Xbox, and PlayStation hardware.
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime shared that news in an interview with Inverse. He said the Xbox adaptive controller was being used “as a jumping-off point to create something that would be platform-agnostic and adaptable by any consumer.” The Nintendo / Xbox / PlayStation controller was happening three years ago, though Reggie isn’t sure if it’s still in development.
Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of August 25, 2022. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Red Art Games today pulled back the curtain on its latest physical release for Switch, with Metaloid Origin now getting the boxed treatment.
2,900 copies will be made available in total in Europe through Red Art Games. North American copies will be released on December 9 for $29.99 via Video Games Plus, Red Art Games’ stateside partner.
We’ve got another character trailer for Marvel’s Midnight Suns, with Scarlet Witch now receiving the focus. Also known as Wanda Maximoff, she’s able to use reality-altering chaos magic.
Here’s the official description for Scarlet Witch:
Nintendo has started to face some controversy with its employees this year. Back in April, one staffer claimed that their right to unionize was violated and this person filed a complaint with National Labor Relations Board. That was actually followed up a second labor complaint earlier this month against Nintendo and contracting company Ashton Carter. Kotaku now has a story up regarding sexual harassment.
It’s a pretty noteworthy read and we do recommend you giving it a look here. However, we’ve rounded up some of the more notable points below.
First 4 Figures has revealed yet another statue based on The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, this time featuring a pose of Link riding on horseback.
“His ensemble which includes his Champion’s Tunic and Hylian Trousers has been realistically textured in gorgeous detail, much like his steed and other elements of this intricate statue,” First 4 Figures says. “Link’s items such as the rucksack, Traveler’s Shield and most importantly, his Sheikah Slate, are also included in incredible detail.” Over on the base, it has stone symbols engraved along the side and vines wrapping around the stone.
SEGA announced its lineup for Gamescom 2022 today, which includes the first public hands-on opportunity for Sonic Frontiers.
The demo will let fans explore Starfall Island. It will not only be playable at the SEGA booth, but also at TikTok’s stand in Hall 7 where Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka will be making a guest appearance on Friday 26 August for a meet and greet with fans. A new trailer for the game will debut next Tuesday during Gamescom: Opening Night Live.
Fox n Forests developer Bonus Level Entertainment today revealed Saga of Sins, an unholy action adventure game. Just For Games will be publishing it on Switch in 2023.
Here’s an overview of the game with more details:
