The complete history of Mythical Pokemon events
Posted 2 days ago by Ethan in 3DS, DS, Features, GBA, Switch | 0 comments
One of the most common criticisms of modern Pokemon is its handling of Mythical Pokemon. Though the recent Mochi Mayhem DLC in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is a welcome exception, several important Mythical Pokemon have drawn attention for their distinct lack of backstory. Otherwise well-designed creatures like Diancie, Volcanion, Zeraora, and Zarude are somewhat notorious for doing absolutely nothing in the games they were introduced in. Today, we’re going over all the interesting Mythical Pokemon events the games have had to offer and coming up with new ones for the Mythical Pokemon that didn’t receive one.
Nintendo of America never planned on bringing Xenoblade to North America despite announcing it at E3
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in News, Wii | 0 comments
These days Xenoblade is one of Nintendo’s bigger franchises – at least when it comes to RPGs – but that wasn’t always the case. The first entry came out in English more than a year after its Japanese launch, and that was for European fans only. It wasn’t until the “Operation Rainfall” fan campaign that Nintendo brought it to North America in 2012.
Those unfamiliar with the early days of Xenoblade may not know that it was originally titled Monado: Beginning of the World. The game was actually announced at E3 2009 with an under-the-radar reveal. Yet even though the reveal took place during what was the biggest gaming show of the year in the states, it seems Nintendo of America knew right away it wouldn’t be bringing the RPG stateside.
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[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – May 2024
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in Let's Talk | 0 comments
A new month just started up this week. Now that we’re in May, we want to know what you’ve been playing.
Did you pick up Nintendo’s latest Switch release, Endless Ocean Luminous? How about other games like Another Crab’s Treasure, El Shaddai HD Remaster, or Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes? No matter the case, let us know in the comments.
Umbraclaw getting physical release on Switch in Japan with English support, pre-orders open
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in News, Switch | 0 comments
Azure Striker Gunvolt and Blaster Master Zero developer Inti Creates is readying Umbraclaw as its next Switch game, and if you’re interested in picking up a boxed copy, you might be interested to know that the company will offer a physical release in Japan.
A standard version will be sold along with a limited edition. The latter includes a copy of the game, an art book, soundtrack CD, and an acrylic keychain.
More: Inti Creates, Umbraclaw
Vicarious Visions was reportedly working on a 3D Donkey Kong game
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in News, Rumors, Switch | 0 comments
Vicarious Visions, the studio now known as Blizzard Albany that previously developed projects such as Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, and some Skylanders titles, was apparently working on a 3D Donkey Kong game at one point. Given the timing here, it should have ended up on Switch had it come to fruition.
DK Vine previously published a report about the situation this year. While some of the specific details have come into question, Did You Know Gaming today followed up with its own findings.
More: Donkey Kong, top, Vicarious Visions
Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay not planned for English release
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in News, Switch | 0 comments
The Switch title Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay will not be getting an English release in the west – at least for the time being. That news comes directly from the game’s developers.
In a recent Famitsu interview, Bandai Namco’s Midori Sugiyama and indieszero’s Masanobu Suzui spoke about the situation. Suzui in particular elaborated on why it isn’t possible, with him indicating that there wouldn’t be enough interest and various aspects would need to be altered.
Here’s what the two shared:
List of all Switch demos
Posted 2 days ago by Brian in Guides, Switch | 0 comments
Thousands of games are currently available on Switch, and there are a ton of demos out there for many of them. Not just Nintendo, but also third-parties are offering demos. We’ve now put together a comprehensive list of what’s out there.
Since our reader base is English-speaking, that’s what we’re focusing on here. In other words, we’re highlighting Switch demos that you can find in North America and Europe. Japan has a few extra demos on its end, but a majority of them are for titles that are not currently being sold in the west and are only playable in Japanese.
Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD “A Rude Awakening” trailer
Posted 3 days ago by Dawn in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Nintendo has released a new video for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, giving players a look at what the re-release of the 3DS title has to offer before it launches on Switch next month. This is shared in the form of “A Rude Awakening” trailer.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance daily demon vol. 24 – Cerberus
Posted 3 days ago by Dawn in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
Another Daily Demon video for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance has been released by Atlus. The focus of today’s video is Cerberus.
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Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess from Another World gameplay
Posted 3 days ago by Brian in Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
Coming off of its Switch release, we have gameplay for Cyber Citizen Shockman 3: The Princess from Another World. The 1992 title now lands in the west for the first time.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview: