Disney Illusion Island feels like the type of game that Disney hasn’t made in ages. It’s not only the first original Mickey Mouse platformer that we’ve seen in about a decade, but it’s combining some of the best gameplay elements of many of its inspirations with gorgeous character animation, and a rhythm that’s especially tuned for local multiplayer. While perhaps not seeking to innovate the genre, Disney Illusion Island feels like it’s built with incredible care and respect for its IP; while I’m sure fans of Mickey and friends will appreciate this game the most, there’s a lot to love here for fans of platformers in general, and I think its exploration and puzzle elements will resonate with many.
Atari, along with Graphite Lab and Heavy Horse Games, today shared a final release date for Mr. Run and Jump. The game is due out for Switch on July 25, 2023.
Mr. Run and Jump, a new take on neo-retro adventure-platforming, was announced for Switch last month. A general 2023 launch window was initially given.
Today, publisher Leoful and developer Dream Builder Studios announced Stellar Wanderer DX for Switch. The title is due out in 2024.
Stellar Wanderer DX is an old-school space combat simulation game that takes place in a vast open-world universe, inspired by games such as Freelancer. The game features four classes with a unique special ability and bonuses, fights with enemy factions, mining, ship customization, and more. The “DX” part comes into play with many improvements to its space systems, visuals, and gameplay.
Here’s a bunch of additional information:
Following the release of Beat ‘Em Up Archives on Switch, new gameplay has emerged. The package includes Iron Commando and Legend.
Here’s an official overview with more details:
Temtem just received its latest update, with the game moving up to version 1.4.0.
Season 4, dubbed “Splash Up!”, has now kicked off. Players now have easier access to competitive play and better Dojo Wars, a ton of balance changes have been implemented, and more. Note that the next season will be entirely PvE-centered.
The full patch notes for the Temtem version 1.4.0 update are as follows:
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. Pikmin 4 is still the top voted Switch title this week.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between June 1 and June 7.
Hamster is putting Splatterhouse on Switch as the latest Arcade Archives game, the company just announced. A release is planned for June 22, 2023.
Splatterhouse, which was made by Namco, is a beat ’em up title. It first came out in Japan in 1988 with the western release happening a year later.
After a surprise reveal at D23 Expo last year, Disney Illusion Island - an upcoming 2D Metroidvania from the makers of the recent Battletoads reboot – is set to launch exclusively on Switch in late July. After getting to spend nearly an hour with it at Summer Game Fest, I spoke with lead designer Grant Allen about its development, what it’s like working with such iconic characters, and what players can expect when the full game releases.
