Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX sold about 140,000 copies in its first week in Japan. According to Dengeki, it saw an initial sell-through rate of 70 percent.
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX is performing similarly to previous entries in the franchise. Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky on DS moved 141,000 units in its first week before going on to sell 421,000 units in total. There’s also Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity for 3DS, which sold 151,000 units upon release and 330,000 copies in total.
Dengeki points out that the original versions of Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX as well as Explorers of Time/Explorers of Darkness ended up selling over one million units, so we’ll have to see if this new Switch remake can match those same heights.
Inti Creates has revealed a major 3.0.0 update for its action RPG Dragon Marked for Death. The Oracle and Bandit will be added to the game as two new characters, the company announced. Both can be unlocked once certain conditions are met.
The 3.0.0 update goes live on April 21. View a trailer showcasing the Oracle and Bandit below.
Pokemon GO’s reputation was originally built upon the idea of going outside, moving about, and interacting with others. Unfortunately, the coronavirus is making these types of interactions almost impossible. In response to the pandemic, Niantic is implementing temporary changes in mechanics.
A representative told Polygon that Niantic is “prioritizing updates to Pokémon GO features and experiences that can be enjoyed in individual settings.” Habitats will be increased, allowing players to see more monsters nearby while playing closer to home.
Nintendo isn’t slowing down on its advertising efforts for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, as the Switch game has been given another round of Japanese commercials. Watch the latest adverts below.
Niantic has announced that the latest Pokemon GO Community Day featuring Abra has been postponed. Though not stated explicitly, it’s clear that the move was made due to the coronavirus.
The latest Pokemon GO Community Day was originally scheduled for March 15. A new date / window has not yet been announced.
Here’s the full announcement from Niantic:
The fast-paced shoot ’em up / bullet hell game Rainbows, Toilets & Unicorns will be out on the Switch eShop tomorrow. View some footage below.
Square Enix is one of the major players impacted by the cancellation of E3 2020. The company attended last year’s show in full force, complete with a press conference that announced and highlighted numerous games such as Final Fantasy VIII Remastered.
In a statement today, Square Enix said that it is “exploring other options” to show off its games. The full note is as follows:
Play-Asia has opened pre-orders for the new Nendoroid based on The Luminary in Dragon Quest XI. You can reserve yours here.
This is more than just a figure, as you’re getting two interchangeable face plates as well as other parts like a sheathed version of the Cobblestone Sword. We have an official product description with more details below, along with new photos.
Niantic has announced that the Paleozoic Pokemon Genesect is on the way to Pokemon GO. The creature will be appearing as part of a Special Research event starting March 20.
Players will be able to purchase a ticket for $7.99, which provides access to the event, the ability to encounter Genesect, and more. Those who prefer to keep their experience free will be able to find Genesect in EX Raids beginning in April.
Below are the full details from Niantic:
