The 3DS ended up being a fairly successful Nintendo system, but the system’s launch price almost put it on a different path. Sales ended up slowing down significantly after just a couple of months. Aside from a lack of games, the $250 launch price was a big reason why.
In his newly-released book, Former Nintendo of America Reggie Fils-Aime president reflected on discussions he had with late global CEO Satoru Iwata about price discussions for 3DS. Although Reggie pushed to have it cost $199, Iwata was resistant. Iwata did suggest going with something like $219 or $229, but these options weren’t realistic for the western market.
Charles Games will soon be bringing its historically-accurate adventure title Attentat 1942 to Switch, the studio has announced. It will be available on May 12, 2022.
Attentat 1942 is told through the eyes of World War 2 survivors. It’s written and made by professional historians.
Behind Closed Doors: A Developer’s Tale will be releasing on Switch this month, publisher Sometimes You and developer PEW Games announced today. The game will be available on May 18, 2022.
Here’s an overview with more information about what to expect:
Meteorbyte Publishing, along with developer Gusarapo Games, today announced Running on Magic. The forced-scroll platformer is currently in development for Switch and other platforms.
Learn more about Running on Magic in the following overview:
It’s officially Star Wars Day, and LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is celebrating with a pair of new DLC packs. “The Mandalorian” Season 2 and “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” content is out now.
The Mandalorian Season 2 Character Pack features Ahsoka Tano, Boba Fett, Bo Katan, Fennec Shand, and Moff Gideon. As for Star Wars: The Bad Batch Character Pack, it includes Hunter, Wrecker, Tech, Crosshair, and Echo.
In a recent news post sent out to Switch owners, Nintendo provided a listing of the top 15 European eShop downloads for April 2022.
Nintendo Switch Sports was the big release of the month, so it’s no surprise to see it debut at #1. LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is making its first appearance in the second position. Finally, Kirby and the Forgotten Land holds on strong at #3.
The full lineup is as follows:
Premium Edition Games has announced a pair of new physical releases on Switch, with Wunderling DX and Rain on Your Parade both set to receive the boxed treatment. Both have been digital-only up to this point.
Wunderling DX and Rain on Your Parade will have standard versions as well as a “Retro Edition”. More information as to what’s included can be found below.
Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from April 2022. You can watch it below.
Publisher Nacon and developer Piece of Cake have revealed My Fantastic Ranch, a new farm management game. It will release on Switch in Fall 2022.
My Fantastic Ranch is a fantasy-based management game primarily targeted at a younger audience. It is aiming to provide an experience that is easy to access and easy to understand, all while leaving enough room for players to express their creativity and imagination.
Gameplay has come in for Rogue Lords, a dark fantasy roguelike. Fans can check out close to an hour of gameplay.
You can find some additional information about Rogue Lords in the following overview:
