Some major discoveries appear to have been made on the LinkedIn profile of a Bandai Namco staffer. Two significant Switch projects are listed on the CV, and both are apparently exclusives.
The first game is an unannounced first-person shooter/adventure. The second we have more information on, and is clearly called labeled as Ridge Racer 8.
Kirby Star Allies is looking quite pretty, and Nintendo seems pretty eager to show it off. Below is a short trailer showcasing the ambiance of what is probably the first area of the game. Those platforms give off a Smashing vibe.
Another new summoning focus is now live in Fire Emblem Heroes. The summoning focus is called “Movement Skills” and it feature 5 star versions of Elincia, Tana, and Amelia. These characters will also have the Flier Formation 3, Guidance 3, and Armor March 3 skills. This summoning focus will be available until February 20th.
Some new custom paint jobs for your Camper are now available at OK Motors in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp.
The three new custom paint jobs include: desert mist and painter’s palette for 8,000 Bells and southwestern flair for 150 Leaf Tickets.
Koei Tecmo released a new Hyrule Warriors: Definitive Edition trailer that highlights some of the characters on the game’s roster. Watch the video below.
One feature of Hulu is Live TV. Users can watch a number of channels on their device of choice as they happen, without having to be in front of a television.
Live TV is now seeing an improvement, and Switch users can try it out. Hulu has started rolling out support for 60 frames per second on select channels. As this is in a testing phase, Hulu will be rolling out the feature in different phases.
Here’s the full announcement, as well as the listing of initially supported channels:
Atari has posted an update on its StartEngine campaign page for RollerCoaster Tycoon on Switch. Thanks to that, we have a better idea as to what the company has in store for the game. Atari goes over planned features, tech specs, and more.
Three modes are currently in the works for RollerCoaster Tycoon on Switch. These include a Campaign Mode, Scenario Mode, and Sandbox Mode. You’ll also have access to seven types of customizable roller coasters with Ride Cams, four environments, over 120 rides, and more. As far as tech specs go, Atari is targeting 1080p docked and 720p in portable mode at 30 frames per second.
Here’s the full feature set:
During a live stream on Twitch today, the full lineup was announced for EVO 2018. Two Nintendo titles will be returning – we’re referring to Super Smash Bros. Melee and Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, of course. The upcoming Switch game BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle will also be at the fighting tournament.
EVO 2018 will take place between August 3 and August 5. It will be hosted at Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Arc System Works has shared new information about BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle. Two characters are now confirmed as free DLC.
Blake Belladonna and Yang Xiao Long, both from RWBY, will be on the roster. Additionally, they’ll be available at no extra cost.
Arc System Works saw some fan backlash after it was announced that BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle’s roster would be comprised of 20 characters on the base roster, with 20 more as DLC. Blake Belladonna was the first character that had been announced as paid content. Arc System Works has been listening to the feedback, and looks to have changed its mind. While Blake Belladonna and Yang Xiao Long will be free, Arc System Works hasn’t completely clarified the rest of its approach to DLC.
Song of Memories was just announced for the west last week. Meanwhile, in Japan, the visual novel title has just been delayed from February to sometime this spring. Pure Wish will be using the extra time to address issues with development.
The Japanese delay for Song of Memories will not impact the North American and European release. It’s still expected later in the year overseas.
