System: Switch
Release date: July 28, 2023
Developer: Dlala Studios
Publisher: Disney Electronic Content
Mickey, Minnie, Donald & Goofy may be some of the most recognizable characters of all time, but it’s been a hot minute since they featured in a noteworthy game of their own – something true of many Disney franchises since the shuttering of Disney Interactive in 2016. As such, Disney Illusion Island is something of an experiment; an attempt to craft a modern, original Mickey Mouse story in a new world with new characters, with the structure of a Metroidvania (or “Mickeyvania,” as the developers have put it). While a lack of meaningful surprises can cause the experience to drag and feel overly simple, the game’s charming humor and silky-smooth platforming result in a fun and amusing adventure.
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged has announced a new collaboration that will see Fast & Furious entering the racer.
At launch, players will be able to drive the unstoppable Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody. This was driven by Dominic Toretto in the Fast & Furious franchise. Additional vehicles from the series will be added post-launch as paid downloadable content.
Broforce originally debuted in 2015, but next month, it’ll be getting a huge “Broforce Forever” update. It will be available on August 8, 2023.
The update provides “an improved and expanded campaign with new unlocks, along with six new ultra-patriotic bros, four new democracy-spreading challenge levels, and the ultimate expression of military might – bug fixes.”
Super Rare Games is working on a physical release for Orbital Bullet on Switch, the company announced today.
3,000 copies will be made in total. Each unit includes the game on a physical cartridge, a full-color manual, an exclusive sticker, and trading cards.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes has been delayed, and will not be launching this year as was previously planned.
In a Kickstarter post, the team explained that the move was put in place “to deliver a game that so many fans have supported”. Further added, “The decision was made in order to ensure the best possible story, and to reward the legion of backers with the best game experience possible.”
Forever Entertainment just put out the latest trailer for Front Mission 2: Remake showcasing the game’s features.
The title promises an engaging storyline, strategic turn-based combat, Wanzer customization, modernized battle scenes, free camera options, modern in-game effects, a renewed soundtrack, and nine languages localization.
Jupiter has supported Nintendo platforms with multiple Picross games, and it sounds like the company will be present with whatever is coming next as far as the Switch successor is concerned.
In an interview with VGC, the company’s Norichika Meguro said that Picross “will certainly be coming to the new hardware down the road, so please look forward to it.” No further plans were shared, but it’s possible nothing concrete is in development – of course, Nintendo hasn’t unveiled a new console just yet.
Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai has shared his thoughts in the future of the series, including his involvement.
In a new video published to YouTube today, he mentioned that he “can’t really imagine a Smash Bros. title without me.” Sakurai added that, currently, there isn’t someone that could “take the reigns” from him.
Tying in with the debut of Disney Illusion Island today, we’ve got an official launch trailer. Dlala Studios’ Metroid experience can be purchased now.
For those that need a refresher on the title, check out the following overview:
Publisher Ratalaika Games and developer Quill Game Studiosare have announced the forthcoming release of Death Becomes You for Switch. It will be available on August 4, 2023.
Death Becomes You is a murder mystery visual novel that takes place in a magical university. The end goal is to find out who murdered your best friend.
