It was just a few weeks ago that Kirby celebrated its 25th anniversary. Shinya Kumazaki, who has worked on the series since 2003 and as acted as director since 2008, wrote up a special post on HAL Laboratory’s website in honor of the occasion.
Kumazaki mentioned that “it is now possible to maintain a consistent release and support schedule for our games,” which has allowed Kirby to grow. He also spoke about a philosophy of aiming to please fans by working so hard that the team essentially overdoes it. As for the future, Kumazaki said: “While there are fans there wanting to play a new game in the series, I believe we’ll continue to grow alongside our character and take on those fun and more serious new challenges head on.”
Here’s our full translation of Kumazaki’s message:
At BitSummit last year, Inti Creates revealed Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX for Switch. One year later, the game has returned and with a release date to boot.
Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX will be available on the Switch eShop starting September 26 for $14.99. Those who pre-load the game will receive the exclusive Lola DLC costume for Kohaku.
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.
At BitSummit this weekend, Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX is making its playable debut on Switch. Get a look at some off-screen footage below.
Dangen Entertainment issued a new trailer for the 2D character-action game Helvetii in celebration of the BitSummit event in Japan this weekend. Check it out below.
Spike Chunsoft shared the latest trailer for AI: The Somnium Files today. Two modes of gameplay are highlighted: Investigation and Somnium.
We also get a look at the Special Agent Edition’s outer boxart, featuring new A-set design specially made by character designer Yusuke Kozaki, and a 39-track soundtrack. On top of that, AI: The Somnium Files will be getting a Day One Edition. Those who pre-order the game or purchase it at launch will receive two exclusive vinyl stickers.
Warner Bros. Interactive and NetherRealm Studios have provided an update on Mortal Kombat 11’s DLC characters. Spawn, Sindel, and Nightwolf are all confirmed. They’ll be joined by two unidentified guests.
We also can’t forget that Shang Tsung is on the way. Those who purchase the Kombat Pack will gain early access to the character on June 18. For everyone else, Shang Tsung will be out a week later.
Nintendo has announced the participants for the Super Mario Maker 2 Invitational 2019. The tournament, which will feature courses created by members of Nintendo Treehouse, will be played by Abdallah (AbdallahSmash), YellowKillerBee, Jirard The Completionist, and theDragonFeeney.
Here’s the news from Nintendo:
The latest video for Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled has appeared, which you can find below. With just a couple of weeks to go, we’re able to get a look at Dragon Mines and Retro Stadium.
A new update has gone live for the Switch version of Mortal Kombat 11. It includes gameplay adjustments, Krypt improvements, and character adjustments.
Below are the full patch notes:
