System: Switch (eShop)
Release date: January 17, 2019
Developer: Idea Factory / Compile Heart / Ghostlight
Publisher: Idea Factory
Fairy Fencer F felt very familiar to Idea Factory fans when it launched half a decade ago thanks to it using the same system and mechanics as the developer’s most successful property, the Hyperdimension Neptunia series. The game not only had the same arena turn-based RPG combat that made Hyperdimension Neptunia stick out from other JRPGs, but was progressed in a visual novel-like format with tons of dialogue and mostly static images and a much more tactical menu and layout that could change the pace of a battle in the blink of an eye. Still, Fairy Fencer F had its issues, with the occasional technical hiccups, some game breaking moments, prolonged tutorials, and a multitude of other minute things that eventually pile up and take a toll on the overall experience. Thankfully, an “enhanced” version released a few years later with Advent Dark Force, which has been the standard Fairy Fencer F game moving forward. It had tons of quality-of-life enhancements, as well as all DLC included from its original release and even included new story routes that were accessible through key decisions the player would make throughout the game. Advent Dark Force made Fairy Fencer F feel, for the most part, polished and complete. While Idea Factory’s PC ports haven’t had the best track record Fairy Fencer F: Advent Dark Force was certainly playable on that platform and is a ton of fun. Sadly, that is more than one could say about the state of the Switch version.
Nintendo added Piranha Plant to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tonight. It’s not just a new playable character, as it can also be used across various game modes. However, you may want to hold off on playing as Piranha Plant in one specific mode.
We’re hearing that save data may become corrupt after going through All-Star Mode with the latest roster addition. It’s currently unclear why this is happening, but multiple player reports are out there. Nintendo will likely be preparing a fix very soon, so it’d be best to hold off until a patch is made available.
Hamster is readying a new arcade for Switch this week. Moon Cresta is coming to the Switch eShop on January 31 worldwide, the company announced today.
We have the following brief overview:
This week’s Famitsu has more coverage on Atelier Lulua: The Scion of Arland. In addition to a couple of details about how the story starts, we also have an update on the synthesis system.
Here’s the full roundup of information:
After it was just released a short while ago, footage for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s latest character, Piranha Plant, is already popping up online. We have videos showcasing gameplay below, including Palutena’s Guidance, Kirby’s transformation, and more.
Nintendo recently sent out word that an update for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate would be arriving soon. The patch has now officially gone live, bringing the game up to version 2.0.0.
The big highlight of today’s update is the arrival of Piranha Plant. Spirit Board now supports four players, fighters have been adjusted, and more. Full patch notes below.
As was announced earlier today, a new update has gone live for Splatoon 2. The game is now at version 4.4.0.
Today’s update includes various changes pertaining to Kelp Dome, weapons, and more. We have the full official patch notes below.
Nintendo has officially announced Boom Boom as the next character for Mario Tennis Aces. The character will be joining the roster in February.
Here’s a trailer for Boom Boom:
The latest episode of Nintendo’s Japanese show Nyannyan Neko Mario Time has now gone live. We’ve included it below.
