If there’s one thing that’s remained consistent about Switch since its launch in March 2017, it’s the fact that Hamster has prepared at least one new NeoGeo game on a weekly basis. But after nearly two years, the streak has come to an end. You may have missed it, but there was no NeoGeo title on the eShop this week. There was a new entry in the Arcade Archives series though – that being Bomb Jack.
There are currently just over 100 NeoGame games out on Switch currently. Hamster hasn’t said it’s done with NeoGeo games, so perhaps we’ll see a return this week.
Thanks to Jake for the tip.
Source: Switch eShop
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This week on NEP, Oni and Galen get a little loopy… The big news, of course, is Metroid Prime 4’s development changes. HOWEVER! Instead of freaking out like everyone else on the internet right now, you get genuine discussion and thought! Skip the clickbait and check us out for facts, rumor skepticism, and discussion on how this could impact Nintendo’s 2019.
In addition, we talk about tons of news from this past week, especially Furukawa’s comments and Oni’s secret thoughts while he was translating. Galen then does some investigation on Shiver Studios, who are making Mortal Kombat 11 for Switch. And finally, we get into some deep, deep Mario lore that’s been hidden away in an old issue of the magazine, Famicom Tsushin! (link to the image below)
We had a blast this episode, and we really hope you’re enjoying listening! Please leave us your feedback, and do check below for more details and timestamps! Thanks for listening!
AbdallahSmash026 has posted a lengthy video showcasing footage from The LEGO Movie 2 Videogame. Have a look at it below.
Tying in with Bound Hero Battle: Elincia & Nephenee, Fire Emblem Heroes has kicked off a new Summoning Focus. Elincia: Lost Princess, Nephenee: Fierce Halberdier, and Ike: Brave Mercenary are a part of the five-start event.
You’ll have until February 4 to participate. The first time you summon, you won’t have to use any Orbs.
The recently-revealed SD Gundam G Generation Cross Rays was featured during a stage show at Taipei Game Show 2019 earlier today. New footage was included, and we have the full recording below.
Nintendo has another round of maintenance scheduled for the coming week, including one session that starts today. Switch will be primarily impacted.
Here’s the full maintenance schedule as of now:
If it’s not already live on Switch, Super Daryl Deluxe should be getting an update very soon. Dan & Gary Games has added in a brand new feature: local co-op.
Here’s a trailer promoting the mode:
At the Splatoon Koshien 2019 tournament earlier today, Nintendo made a couple of new announcements for Splatoon 2.
As it turns out, the game isn’t quite finished adding new content. It’s been announced that more weapons are coming soon, which will be a part of Sheldon’s Picks. You can get a look at them above. Nintendo is also planning another update, but hasn’t elaborated on the details.
Playdius posted a new gameplay video for Away: Journey to the Unexpected showcasing character Ernestin. View it below.
