The Legend of Tianding previously had a physical release on Switch in Asia, but it turns out we’re getting the same treatment now in the west as well. Limited Run Games is coming through with its own boxed copy. However, there are no plans for any special editions.
The Legend of Tianding launched digitally on Switch last October. Continue on below for more information.
Original (3/30): Publisher Rogue Games and developer Dabadu Games today announced Hello Kitty and Friends Happiness Parade, a new rhythm title for Switch. It will be available digitally on April 13, 2023.
Hello Kitty and Friends Happiness Parade has players joining Hello Kitty and her ten iconic Sanrio friends like Kerokerokeroppi, Badtz-Maru, Pompompurin, and more as they bounce their way through a colorful universe and march to the beat of over 40 catchy tunes. While this game previously appeared on mobile, the Switch version will offer twenty new exclusive tracks.
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Original (9/12): Today, publisher City Connection and developer CRT Games revealed Psychic 5 Eternal for Switch. A release is planned for Spring 2023.
Psychic 5 originally released for arcades in 1987. The action game has players going on a mission to save their friends in a vast maze kept by the Demon King.
Disney Speedstorm today revealed the latest addition to its roster, with Figment set to be a playable character. This will be available as part of Season 1.
Figment may come as a surprising addition for some as we’ve typically seen representatives from popular movies. For those that are unaware, the purple dragon is the mascot of the “Imagination!” pavilion at the Epcot theme park at Walt Disney World Resort.
It’s a first for the Library of Congress today, as the Super Mario Bros. theme by Koji Kondo is the first piece of video game music to enter the registry. It will be joined by other songs like Madonna’s “Like a Virgin,” Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, and more.
Regarding the selection, the Super Mario Bros. theme has been selected due to its international recognition and staying power over the past few decades. It’s also featured in the just-released Mario movie, which Kondo also contributed to.
Them’s Fightin’ Herds has received its latest update, version 5.0.0.
Today’s update is highlighted by the addition of Stronghoof the Reindeer as a new character, though you’ll need to purchase it as DLC. Also included are new palettes, bug fixes, and more.
The full patch notes for the Them’s Fightin’ Herds version 5.0.0 update are as follows:
Team17 announced today that Killer Frequency is heading to consoles, including Switch. The title is due out on June 1, 2023.
Killer Frequency is a first-person horror adventure game that has you controlling Forrest Nash, a late-night radio host whose callers are being stalked by a mysterious killer. You’ll be solving puzzles, saving lives, and running the switchboards.
PowerWash Simulator has announced a new version 1.2 update, which is known as The Muckingham Files. Switch players can access it on April 18, 2023.
Here’s what to expect:
Nintendo is continuing to hype up The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, this time by announcing that a new trailer will be airing tomorrow, April 13. The video will go live at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 3 PM in the UK / 4 PM in Europe.
Nintendo doesn’t typically share announcements about trailers, but Tears of the Kingdom is obviously a different beast. It seems that this one will actually be live streamed.
The first-person adventure game Inner Ashes is in development for Switch, publisher SelectaPlay and developer Calathea Game Studio announced today. It will be available on June 30, 2023.
The game puts players in the boots of Henry, a forest guard diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. You’ll need to explore his mind to discover why his only daughter Enid disappeared from his life while traveling through dream-like scenarios.
