Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition had a big blowout in this week’s Nintendo Direct Mini. We finally know that the RPG is coming to Switch on May 29, and new information about what’s new for this release was shared. Additional tidbits have since come in as well.
Future Connected is a brand new epilogue created for Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition. Have you already played the game on another system? Then you’ll be happy to hear that you can access Future Connected immediately – you don’t have to beat the story to access the extra story.
Several new games out came out this week on the eShop. If you’re interested in checking out what’s new in screenshot form, take a look at the gallery below.
We still aren’t sure when exactly Cooking Mama: Cookstar will be widely available to the public, but that hasn’t stopped new gameplay from appearing online. Find 20 minutes of footage below.
Friday the 13th: The Game Ultimate Slasher Edition is getting a new patch on March 30, and it looks to be a noteworthy one from the technical side of things. Gun Media is implementing several fixes and improvements relating to crash issues, stability, and more.
Below are the full patch notes:
Pre-orders are starting to open for games featured in today’s Nintendo Direct Mini. We’ll be updating this post over with the proper links as stores update their listings.
Castlevania has managed to take the classic gaming IP and turn it into a successful animated series. With that continued success, the show isn’t slowing down anytime soon. Netflix announced today that a fourth season is being produced.
The three previous Castlevania seasons debuted in July 2017, October 2018, and March 2020. There’s no word yet on when the fourth season will premiere.
Lost Words: Beyond the Page, the 2D narrative adventure game from Modus Games and Sketchbook Games have, has received a new trailer. Take a look at the video below.
We know that the physical version of XCOM 2 Collection will require an extra download, as this is clearly stated on the game’s boxart. According to a listing on EB Games Canada, that download will clock in at 24GB. The final number hasn’t been officially confirmed by 2K at this time.
XCOM 2 Collection includes the main game, War of the Chosen expansion, and four DLC packs. The Resistance Warrior Pack, Anarchy’s Children, Alien Hunters, and Shen’s Last Gift are all packed in.
XCOM 2 Collection launches for Switch on May 29.
PM Studios and acttil have provided an update on the story-driven action game Ministry of Broadcast. The digital version on the eShop will debut first on April 30. As for the physical version, it’s been bumped back to May 26 from the previously-announced April 28 date.
All pre-orders of Ministry of Broadcast will now come with a customized steelbook and a retail game copy of Ministry of Broadcast packaged together in a collectible box. Pricing is set at $39.99.
Here’s an overview of Ministry of Broadcast:
Marvelous has already committed to a July 10 launch for Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town in Europe. As for North America, we unfortunately don’t have an exact date just yet. XSEED Games followed up with the latest information today, but will only say that the stateside release is planned for this summer.
Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town will be sold both physically and digitally. A “pocket plushie” based on the in-game animal, “Strawberry Hanako,” will be available as a pre-order bonus item while supplies last at participating retailers and the XSEED Games Store.
Here’s an overview of Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town, along with a trailer:
