Yonder: The Cloud Catcher Chronicles is coming to Switch, according to a listing on Amazon Germany. The retailer lists a tentative May 31 release date, so this could be a late Q1/Q2 release.

Judging by the boxart, Merge Games is helping to bring the game physically to Switch. Headup Games may also be involved.

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Brawlout physical version announced

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments

A physical version of Brawlout is on the way, Merge Games has announced. The company has partnered with Angry Mob Games to bring the Switch title to retail.

Merge Games and Angry Mob Games said of today’s news:

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Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure update out now (version 1.0.3)

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 2 Comments

Another update is now available for Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure on Switch. Merge Games and Prospect Games have readied version 1.0.3.

The new update addresses two specific bugs. As shared by Prospect Games, the patch notes are as follows:

– Fixed a bug where SLAM attack would intermittently stop working correctly.
– Fixed a bug where players could get stuck after unlocking the Puzzle Monarch’s Stamp (Isla Cartulina).

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The Long Reach launches March 14 on Switch

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

The Long Reach is a title we heard about for Switch last year. Although it missed its original target window, we now have a release date. Merge Games and Painted Black Games have announced that The Long Reach will be available on March 14.

The Long Reach is an adventure game, but also “a thrilling horror story, flavored with sci-fi ideology, psychological context and a sceptical view on the human psyche.” We have more information and a trailer below.

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Darkest Dungeon confirmed for physical release on Switch, out in March

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 14 Comments

Earlier this month, a physical version of Darkest Dungeon was listed on Amazon Germany. The news has now been officially announced.

Darkest Dungeon: Ancestral Edition launches for Switch in March. It’ll feature the original game plus the two expansions, The Crimson Court and The Shieldbreaker. Merge Games will be publishing for $39.99 / €39.99 / £34.99.

If you can’t wait for Darkest Dungeon: Ancestral Edition, you can purchase the game right now on the Switch eShop.

Source: Merge Games PR

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Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure update out now (version 1.0.2) – graphical and performance improvements

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments

Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure has been updated on Switch to version 1.0.2. This was the graphical and performance patch that we covered previously.

Unbox now runs at 1280×720 in portable mode and 1366×768 when docked. The graphics quality has been improved, and frame rate should be more stable. The team has also implemented bug fixes.
Bug fixes

Source: Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure

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Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure getting a big patch on Switch soon

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 3 Comments

Prospect Games has shared details about a new Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure patch planned for Switch. A number of improvements are being made from a technical standpoint.

When the update is live, resolution will be increased to 1280×720 in handheld mode and 1366×768 when docked. The developer has also improved graphics quality and frame rate stability. Bug fixes are being implemented as well.

Unbox: Newbie’s Adventure’s patch is currently in the testing phase. If all goes well, it will be ready by Christmas.

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Physical version of The Count Lucanor spotted

Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 4 Comments

The Count Lucanor landed on Switch a few months ago. However, the game has only been sold digitally on the eShop.

Those who have expressed interest in a physical copy of The Count Lucanor may soon have their voices heard. Over on Amazon Spain, a listing for the game has popped up. You’ll receive a cartridge and an “exclusive” manual with a purchase.

Amazon Spain lists a tentative January 31 release date for The Count Lucanor’s physical Switch version.

Thanks to Axel for the tip.

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The Count Lucanor launching on Switch next week

Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments

The Count Lucanor is coming to Switch next week, Merge Games has confirmed. The title will be released on October 18 on the eShop.

To celebrate, The Count Lucanor will be sold at a 10 percent discount. Merge Games will have the sale in place for one week only. At launch, the price will be set at $13.49.

You can find out more about The Count Lucanor with the overview and trailer below.