Dahku is putting Rotund Rebound on Switch this week, and it turns out that Rotund Zero will also be releasing shortly after. Fans can pick it up on April 21, 2022.
Rotund Zero is a “byte-sized retro-infused experience” inspired by the Game Boy classics of old. The title has short levels, but they’re all handcrafted and offer precision-platforming. Time-Attack is also included where players can win shiny medals.
A few interesting job listings recently popped up on Bandai Namco’s website involving what appears to be a remaster or remake of a 3D action game in collaboration with Nintendo.
The first posting is for a planner, which explicitly mentions how the project is a 3D action game contracted by Nintendo. Similar language is then brought up on a page regarding Bandai Namco’s search for a visual artist. For the final listing, we see the first mention of the title being a remaster / remake, with the staffer required to work on HD remastering of 3D backgrounds.
Following today’s new trailer, Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes has received more details pertaining to characters Shez and Arval (English name TBA). These tidbits were posted on the official Japanese Twitter account.
Below is the translation, courtesy of SerenesForest:
This week on Nintendo Everything Refresh, join your hosts Nick, Nicolas, Dennis and Luiz as they discuss Metroid Dread’s exciting new Boss Rush mode, which was recently released as a free update for the game. Then stick around for the full verdict on the recently-released 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, as well as preview impressions on Neon White, the upcoming deck-building first-person combat/parkour game from Annapurna. They’ll also discuss the recent Chrono Cross release, Xenoblade’s 10th anniversary, and more.
Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of April 21, 2022. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Game Informer has a month-long window of exclusive coverage for Evil Dead: The Game, and is kicking things off today with a look at survivor and demon gameplay.
When you’re playing as a survivor, you’ll need to loot up and complete objectives before battling The Dark Ones. A lot of the action comes down to gearing up and going after loot scattered across the map.
Bugsnax, which was just announced for Switch today, has already been confirmed for physical release. Fangamer has announced plans to produce a boxed version of the game on Nintendo’s console.
Each copy of Bugsnack for Switch will contain a copy of the game, activity sheet, sticker sheet, field guide, and discount on Fangamer merchandise.
The lineup of Splatoon 2 icons has been refreshed, with Nintendo now offering a second wave.
Splatoon 2 designs were offered as of last week. You’ll notice that the icons include characters, stages, and more. If you have an active Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can redeem them for My Nintendo points. Each one costs either 5 or 10 Platinum Points.
Vicarious Visions is now officially a part of Blizzard, the developer has announced. Despite this, the team will remain in Albany, NY where it’s always been.
Vicarious Visions shared on Twitter:
New content is now available for the Switch versions of Doom and Doom II, as both titles have received the Arrival add-on. Players can initiate the download on the main menu.
Arrival acts as an 11-level episode replacement pack. It was made by Pavera and features music by Doom community alum AD_79. Collaborated elements with other notable names in the modding scene are also included.
