Nintendo has updated the Japanese release schedule on its platforms for the week of June 1, 2023. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital download schedule:
Buddy Simulator 1984 has previously been on the Switch eShop, but a physical release is now happening as well. Limited Run Games will be offering it through its distribution line.
Only a standard version of the game will be available. There are no plans for a special edition at this time.
Natsume today provided a release date for Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos and unveiled a limited edition. The game launches for Switch on September 26, 2023.
Harvest Moon: The Winds of Anthos will have a limited edition via NIS America. Copies include a copy of the game, original soundtrack, Harvest Moon 25th anniversary sleepytime cow plush, an animal lapel pin set (set of six), and a collector’s edition. Pre-orders are open here.
Ubisoft has issued the first teaser trailer for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope’s next DLC, The Last Spark Hunter.
It was previously said that the DLC will feature a new foe to fight on a new planet. Based on today’s video, it looks like players will end up on the Melodic Gardens.
Here’s the new teaser:
Original (5/18): Warner Bros. and NetherRealm Studios are bringing Mortal Kombat 1 to Switch, the two sides just announced. A release is planned for September 19, 2023.
Mortal Kombat 1 “will introduce a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe that has been created by the Fire God Liu Kang, featuring reimagined versions of iconic characters as they’ve never been seen before.” Story Mode is back “with an immersive cinematic narrative featuring unexpected twists on classic rivalries and original backstories for a wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters, including Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, Johnny Cage, and many others.” Something new this time around are Kameo Fighters, which are partner characters that can assist during matches.
Here’s a ton of additional information from the official website:
Original (4/27): Yet another update is inbound for Dead Cells, with this one being called “Clean Cut”.
Two new weapons, additions to the Boss Rush and Training Room (including the Return to Castlevania bosses), Speedrun Mode, and the ability to put the Bobby head on most outfits are included. There’s other aspects as well including the usual balance adjustments and fixes.
The full patch notes for the Dead Cells “Clean Cut” update are as follows:
The latest UK software sales chart is in for the week ending May 20, 2023, and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is still seeing success.
Nintendo’s Switch title remains at the top spot even though it dropped by 73 percent week-on-week. While that sounds significant, this is actually typical for a game with big first week sales.
A new launch trailer for Convergence: A League of Legends Story has arrived. The game is seeing its debut today on various platforms, including Switch.
Here’s an overview of the game:
Merge Games and Motion Twin today revealed new physical and special editions of Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania. It will be available on August 11, 2023.
Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania is planned as both a regular physical release and Signature Edition. The former features reversible retro cover art. With the latter, you’ll be getting various collectable extras including the soundtrack CD, an exclusive art book, pin badges, and more.
Here’s the full rundown of everything in the Signature Edition:
SEGA today revealed a final release date and digital editions. The game is due out exclusively for Switch on August 29, 2023.
Samba de Amigo: Party Central will have a Digital Deluxe Edition on the Switch eShop. It includes the following:
