Update: Unsurprisingly, the same offer has been confirmed for Europe, so this is a worldwide promotion. The same dates apply: October 13 to October 20.
Last night, Nintendo announced that Overwatch will be entirely free for a week in Japan, assuming you’re a Switch Online subscriber. The same offer has now been confirmed for North America as well. Between October 13 and October 20, you can access the full version of Overwatch if you’re a member of Switch online.
You’ll be able to transfer any progress made to the full version. There’s no word yet on a sale on the full game like Japan, but it’s definitely possible that a discount will go live next week.
According to this week’s issue of Famitsu, Prototype will be releasing Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol. 5 on Switch next month. The visual novel is launching on November 13.
Here’s an overview of Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol. 5:
Terror Squid, a bullet hell from Apt Games, is coming to the Switch eShop next week. Check out the launch trailer below.
Terror Squid is expected to launch on the Switch eShop on October 15.
Fire Emblem Heroes is hosting some new content starting today.
Firstly, the latest Voting Gauntlet, Ponytails vs. Pigtails, has ended with Hilda as the victor. More details can be found at the official website here.
New quests are available for players to take part in. Lance Art Quests will be available until October 21.
A new Squad Assault map has been added: 38th Assault.
Lastly, a new update has been rolled out reworking a lot of mechanics. Check out the patch notes for update version 4.10.0 below.
It has now been a full year since Mario Kart Tour released for mobile devices around the world. In celebration, an Anniversary Tour is underway with 5 city-themed courses including a a new variant of New York Minute. Check out the trailer for the new Tour below. Have you played Mario Kart Tour since day one?
Events such as a double drops event for Advanced Dragon Trials started Oct. 5, 11 PM PT. This is a great time for players to get the materials needed from these quests. Additionally, a 2nd Anniversary survey is now out to get feedback on how players feel about Dragalia Lost. Select feedback will be summarized and posted to the official website along with responses from Director Okada. You can access the survey here.
Universal Studios Japan has announced that Super Nintendo World aims to be open to the public in Spring 2021. With the threat of COVID-19 still looming, the park has taken the health and safety of its employees and visitors very seriously, with strict hygiene measures in place to ensure enjoyment and mitigate fears of contracting the virus.
A café area outside the main Super Nintendo World area will be open as of October 16th, with food and drinks themed after both Mario and Luigi. In addition, a merchandise store area will be available with items that can only be found at Super Nintendo World, including a lineup of items featuring a “Whose Cap?” design. This shop can be found in the Hollywood Boulevard area of the park, so visitors can experience it despite the main attractions not being finished yet.
Super Nintendo World will initially debut in Japan. However, it will open at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Studios Singapore later on. Check the gallery below to see a mock-up of the planned layout for shops as well as items to be available for sale:
To promote the release of Agatha Christie: The ABC Murders on Switch, Microids has shared a launch trailer. Check out the video below.
New footage has arrived showing Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix on Switch. Take a look at the gameplay in the video below.
Nickelodeon Kart Racers 2: Grand Prix is out now on Switch both physically and digitally.
