System: Switch
Release date: June 16, 2017
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo

It feels commonplace with Nintendo to expect at least one new first-party IP to follow the most recent console launch. Enter ARMS, Nintendo’s latest original game, and their take on a more competitive-styled fighter. Nintendo has had experience with the fighting game genre in the past with the Smash Bros. series, but instead of leaning more towards the party-style that has been the intended main focus Smash Bros., ARMS seems to lend itself to a more competitive one-on-one style of fighting game in the vein of Street Fighter or Mortal Kombat while still maintaining the big N’s signature twist on a traditional genre.

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This week’s 3DS eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia
2. Pokemon Yellow
3. Mega Man Legacy Collection
4. Super Mario Bros. 3
5. Pokemon Red
6. Bye-Bye BoxBoy!
7. Monster Hunter Generations
8. Mario Kart 7
9. Super Mario World
10. Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
11. Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
12. Pokemon Blue
13. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
14. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
15. Pokemon Sun
16. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
17. Super Mario Bros.
18. Zelda: A Link to the Past
19. The Legend of Zelda
20. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Spirit of Justice

Videos

1. Team Kirby Clash Deluxe – Ready for Launch
2. Bye-Bye BoxBoy! Launch Trailer
3. ARMS Direct 5/17/17
4. Pokemon Direct 6/6/17
5. Super Mario Maker for 3DS – Overview Trailer
6. Mario Kart 7 Video
7. Mario Sports Superstars Launch Trailer
8. Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World TV Spot
9. Pokemon Sun/Moon Special Demo Version Video
10. Fire Emblem Echoes – Zofia’s Call
11. Pokemon Rumble World Trailer
12. Pokemon Sun/Moon – Top 7 Features
13. Drone Flight Trailer
14. Blaster Master Zero Trailer
15. Super Mario Odyssey Nintendo Switch Presentation Trailer
16. Cooking Mama: Sweet Shop – Reveal Trailer
17. Minecraft: Nintendo Switch Edition Nintendo Direct 4/12/17
18. Super Smash Bros. – Final Video Presentation
19. Pokemon Yellow Trailer
20. Kirby Fighters Deluxe Trailer

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A Super Nintendo World Groundbreaking Ceremony was held at Universal Studios Japan today. It was attended by various representatives, including Shigeru Miyamoto, to announce the official start of construction. A Mario Kart attraction is also confirmed.

Watch a new video for Super Nintendo World below. It’s planned to open before the start of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Below are some photos from the ceremony:

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Hollow Knight could launch on Switch sooner than expected. This version of the game “is now feature complete,” and the team is now just focusing on testing as well as optimization.

When Hollow Knight launches on Switch, it will come with free DLC. Team Cherry revealed the Hidden Dreams content pack comprised of new bosses, a couple of music tracks, and more. Find a teaser for Hidden Dreams and a breakdown of what’s included below.

– 2 New Bosses – Leap into battle with the mightiest of foes! These epic duels will test even the most skilled of players. Each fight grants rewards to the victor, though note: Engaging with these imposing bosses is entirely optional! Who are these enigmatic, impossible-to-discern figures? We’re not telling! It’s up to you to find out!
– 2 New Music Tracks – Epic battles need epic music and Chris’s been preparing just that, with new stirring boss themes for each encounter! He’s gone all out on these ones!
– New Upgrade: Dream Gate – Discover a whole new method of traversing Hallownest! Slice through the Veil and travel in an instant from one corner of the kingdom to another.
– A New Stag Station Uncovered – Hallownest’s stags once travelled the breadth of the kingdom but with the departure of the King, one special station was walled away, hidden from bugs and forgotten by stags, until now!

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Nintendo just uploaded a brand new Hey! Pikmin trailer on its Japanese YouTube channel that acts as an overall introduction to the game. Have a look at it below.

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Plantera DX is out now on the Switch eShop in Japan. For an early look at the game, watch the video attached below.

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NIS America has prepared a new trailer for Culdcept Revolt, which introduces players basic gameplay and how to strategize to claim victory. That can be found below. If you need additional information about Culdcept Revolt, head past the break.

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Blazing Lazers came out on the North American Wii U Virtual Console a few weeks back. This week, it’s Europe’s turn. A listing on Nintendo’s website shows that Blazing Lazers will be available in PAL regions tomorrow.

Here’s an overview:

“Blazing Lazers is a vertical-scrolling shooter that was praised for surpassing the limitations of the hardware of its time.

Players control the extraordinary firepower of their Gunhed Star Fighter to take on the Dark Squadron that has begun its invasion of Earth. Collect power-ups to increase your ship’s battle strength to cut through enemies and defeat the bosses in all nine areas.

Of course, as part of the Soldier series, the game contains a good balance of fast-paced speed with catchy drum-propelled background music. Couple that with the Field Thunder that can be used to destroy enemies in one fell swoop for the ultimate sense of satisfaction! With its finely-tuned difficulty levels, Blazing Lazers is a shooting game that anyone can enjoy!”

Blazing Lazers will cost £5.39 / €5.99.

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It’s been awhile since a new puzzle was distributed for 3DS owners in the StreetPass Mii Plaza. But with Culdcept Revolt’s launch not too far off in the west, the app has received an update.

Look out for your first piece of the puzzle. It should arrive so long as you have SpotPass enabled.

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GoNNER was originally on track to release on Switch tomorrow in both North America and Europe. Unfortunately though, its release has been delayed.

One of the game’s developers confirmed on Twitter that the launch has been pushed back. A final release date is up in the air.

Here’s the official tweet:

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