Following up on today’s various announcements for Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo itself has published an official press release covering all of the new details. We have the complete document below.
Rising Star Games has issued a new launch trailer for Trailblazers, which will be out on Switch next month. Have a look at the video below.
Along with today’s new information shared about Nintendo Switch Online, Nintendo has posted an official FAQ for the service. Among other things, it confirms that you’ll be able to create a Nintendo Account Family Group starting May 15.
Here’s the full FAQ:
When Nintendo Switch Online arrives in September, it’ll bring about classic games. Nintendo today revealed the initial round of NES titles will be offered. In total, there will be 20 games at launch.
The following games are confirmed thus far:
Nintendo is starting to share new details about the full launch of the Nintendo Switch Online service. A big highlight, not known about previously, is the addition of cloud saves.
For those who subscribe to the service, saves will be stored online. If your system breaks or you purchase a new unit, that means you’ll be able to easily regain your saves. There will be some exceptions, but it seems as though almost every title will be included.
Nintendo Switch Online will have its proper launch in September.
Nicalis has revealed the next character for its crossover fighter for Blade Strangers. Gunvolt, who stars in the Azure Striker Gunvolt series, will be appearing in the game.
Here’s a look:
GUNVOLT Joins the Fight!
From @IntiCreatesEN's Azure Striker Gunvolt 2, this versatile hero is light, quick and electrifying!
Playable in #BladeStrangers on #NintendoSwitch #PS4 #Steam summer 2018! pic.twitter.com/GZjjy2IX0Y— Nicalis, Inc. (@nicalis) May 8, 2018
Neonwall has been updated on Switch. Though the patch is straightforward, it sounds like there’s quite a bit to it.
Publisher JanduSoft has indicated that 50 levels have been added. Additionally, a Color Blind Mode has been added, so that will certainly be helpful for some players.
Source: Switch eShop
Although Switch is getting the bulk of Nintendo’s attention these days, the company hasn’t forgotten about the 3DS – and specifically the New 2DS XL. We have a couple of new Summer 2018 commercials below.