Celeste is off to a very good start on Switch. The game has sold the most on Nintendo’s console, according to creator Matt Thorson.
Thorson told Destructoid in a new interview:
“The Switch version of Celeste has sold the most, and that’s what we were expecting. We feel like Celeste and the Switch are a perfect fit for each other. We are glad we launched on all consoles though, and we really appreciate the support we’ve seen across the board.”
Thorson hasn’t divulged any specific sales figures for Celeste. But as we’ve seen, it’s topping the Switch eShop charts.
System: Switch (eShop)
Release date: January 25, 2018
Developer: SMG Studio / Premo Games
Publisher: SMG Studio
There’s not a lot to dislike about Super One More Jump. On its surface it looks like a fairly generic Super Meat Boy derivative, but beyond its stout square character, the ease in which you can very quickly die in its short challenge levels – and the instant reset when you do – Super One More Jump shares more with auto-runner mobile games than the intricate fine-tuned play that a Meat Boy demands. It wasn’t a surprise to learn that this is a souped-up version of Premo Games’ One More Jump. As a result it’s mechanically undercooked to be a slightly awkward fit for a dedicated console with a full array of buttons and sticks.
Did you miss the Grand Hero Battle with Valter in Fire Emblem Heroes originally? If so, you’ll be happy to hear that it’s back. Grand Hero Valter: Dark Moonstone is waiting again in Special Maps. Even players who cleared this previously can take on limited-time special quests to earn rewards.
In other news, Nintendo has shared some celebratory illustrations various illustrators to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Fire Emblem Heroes. You can view them below.
Minecraft: New 3DS Edition was updated earlier in the week. Currently, the game sits at version 1.3.12.
Mojang was a bit vague about what’s included in the update, but we now have a better idea about the additions and improvements thanks to some patch notes. You can read them in full below.
We have another round of footage showing Bayonetta 2 on Switch – 9 minutes specifically. Check out the gameplay below.
Nekopara was announced for Switch at the Taipei Game Show last weekend. Neko Works has since shared the news officially, and provided a couple of extra tidbits of information.
When Nekopara lands on Switch, some new elements will be included. The team is preparing a new theme song, more CG, and new episodes. Also teased are other extras that we’ll be hearing about later.
Nekopara will release in Japan in Q3 2018.
A new video from Nintendo Australia provides some helpful tips for those who may just be starting out in Xenoblade Chronicles 2. Have a look at it below.
Thinking about setting off on a grand adventure in #XenobladeChronicles2 on #NintendoSwitch?
We can show you a thing or three with our 'Helpful Hints for Beginners' video! pic.twitter.com/s7xSsI0wWz
— Nintendo AU NZ (@NintendoAUNZ) February 2, 2018
This week, Japanese publication Nikkei conducted an interview with Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima. The two sides discussed a number of different topics.
One of the first things discussed is how Nintendo is looking to support Switch in the long term. “We want to continue selling this console for more than 5-6 years (the usual lifetime for a new game console),” Kimishima said. By expanding sales with continuing to provide new ways to play in the second year and beyond, they could see Switch exceeding Wii which sold 100 million units in six years.
