Update: Pre-orders are now up on GameStop here!
Fire Emblem Fates was another title highlighted during Nintendo’s North American press event today. Two big news updates were shared about the anticipated game.
First, map DLC is planned for Fates starting at launch. New content will be released weekly beginning on February 19.
Also revealed is a special Fire Emblem Fates New 3DS XL, shown above. Note that the game is not included. Pricing will be set at $199.99.
Source: Nintendo PR
Just like in Europe, North America will be receiving a collector’s edition for Bravely Second. This includes a 250-page art book plus a ten-song soundtrack. You’ll naturally get the game as well!
Last week, a Bravely Second demo was announced for Europe. Nintendo gave the same treatment to North American fans today, confirming that the download is planned for the states as well. This will be a 10-hour demo in which bonuses will carry over to the full game.
During a Nintendo press event that is currently ongoing, several RPGs were showcased. One of these was Dragon Quest VII.
According to Nintendo, Dragon Quest VII is “basically a brand new game” on 3DS. It’ll feature entirely new writing for its western release. Additionally, random encounters have been removed, and you’ll see enemies on the map. A story summary feature and StreetPass feature that lets you gain tablets will also be included.
The same presenter also mentioned that Dragon Quest VIII will have a top-notch localization.
GameXplain has posted another video with 30 minutes of footage from Minecraft: Story Mode – Episode 1’s Wii U build. Check it out below.
Circle Entertainment posted two concrete pieces of news on its Twitter account today. One concerns a title we haven’t heard before, while the other is about a release in one particular region.
Toy Defense is now confirmed to be coming to 3DS. It’s already done, and it’ll be launching soon. This is likely the tower defense game that hit mobile platforms several months ago.
Circle Entertainment also confirmed today that The Legend of Dark Witch 2 is approved in Europe, and should be available next month. It’s accompanied by several 3DS themes.
Also Toy Defense 3DS version, porting by Haruka production. Which already finished and we plan to release it very soon:)
— CIRCLE Ent. (@CIRCLE_Ent) January 19, 2016
EU version has been approved by lotcheck, we can expect it releasing on Feb! And Today we released a few themes! https://t.co/VCOkLL3WC4
— CIRCLE Ent. (@CIRCLE_Ent) January 19, 2016
Lastly, we also have a small tease Circle Entertainment. The publisher mentioned is will release a “Japanese adventure story game”, which is already approved by Nintendo in North America.
A new Japanese adventure story game has been approved lotcheck by NOA, hope to see NOE approve it soon.:p
— CIRCLE Ent. (@CIRCLE_Ent) January 19, 2016
Minecraft: Story Mode – Episode 1 is finally hitting the eShop on Thursday. View some footage from the Wii U download below.
Another set of amiibo are due out towards the end of this week. Nintendo will release Lucas in addition to the latest Animal Crossing figures and cards. In the image above, you can see in-store stock estimates for the different amiibo.
For the most part you shouldn’t have too much trouble locating the different amiibo. Online is also an option, and they’ve been pretty well-stocked at places like Amazon thus far!
