Sonic Superstars team started by replicating classic gameplay “very precisely”
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If there’s one thing Sonic Superstars needs to nail, it’s the gameplay – including the controls and physics. Series producer Takashi Iizuka has now shared some comments that seem to point that things are heading in the right direction.
In an interview with IGN, Iizuka mentioned that the development team started out by replicating the classic gameplay the franchise is known for “very precisely”. That should come as somewhat of a relief to fans wondering about how Sonic Superstars feels, especially as games such as Sonic the Hedgehog 4 received criticism when it came to the physics.
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Sonic Superstars has new levels only, producer talks art style
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According to Sonic producer Takashi Iizuka, Sonic Superstars will only feature new levels. The game will not be bringing back stages from past titles.
If there’s one thing we’ve seen from the Sonic series over the years, it’s been the reliance on levels going back to the franchise’s earliest days. At this point, fans are used to seeing areas like Green Hill Zone. However, in Sonic Superstars, it’ll be new content only.
Speaking with IGN, Iizuka explained the decision to offer new stages only in Sonic Superstars rather than past levels:
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Sonic Superstars revealed for Switch
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SEGA has just announced the next 2D entry in the Sonic the Hedgehog series, Sonic Superstars. It will launch worldwide on Switch this fall.
Here’s an overview with more details:
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Sonic Origins Plus’ physical release has new content as separate download code
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Those interested in picking up the upcoming physical version of Sonic Origins Plus might be disappointed to hear that not everything is included on the cartridge. Based on boxes showing up at retailers – specifically GameStop in this case – it seems that the new content is instead offered as a download code.
You’ll be getting the original, base experience on the Switch cartridge. With everything SEGA is introducing with the “Plus” version, it appears that’s all tied to an eShop download.
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Samba de Amigo: Party Central song list
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SEGA has revealed the song list for Samba de Amigo: Party Central ahead of the game’s launch this summer. This comes courtesy of the official website.
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Samba de Amigo: Party Central release date set for August, Digital Deluxe Edition revealed
Posted on 11 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
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:
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Alien: Isolation getting a physical release on Switch
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It’s taken quite some time, but Alien: Isolation is finally receiving the physical treatment on Switch.
Alongside the standard version, there’ll be a couple of special editions. With the VHS Classic Edition, buyers will receive a VHS-style box and slipcover alongside a steelbook and copy of the game. Also planned is the Collection Collector’s Edition featuring the VHS Classic Edition contents, plus a poster, soundtrack, and model of the Sevastopol Space Station.
Ian Flynn returning for Sonic Frontiers story DLC
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Ian Flynn is back on board with Sonic Frontiers for the game’s story DLC. That news comes directly from Flynn, who shared the news on Twitter.
Director Morio Kishimoto handled the events and key details. After that, it was Flynn’s responsibility “to flesh it out.” He added that “the team is extremely hard-working and ambitious,” and “the DLC will be truly important.”
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Samba de Amigo: Party Central first songs revealed
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SEGA today announced the first round of songs set to be included in Samba de Amigo: Party Central. The Switch title will feature music from popular artists like Ariana Grande, Miley Cyrus, Carly Rae Jepsen, Jonas Brothers, and many more.
Here’s what we have thus far:
Two Point Campus Spring 2023 update announced (version 6.0), patch notes
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Two Point Campus has unveiled a new Spring 2023 update, otherwise known as version 6.0. It’s live on most platforms but isn’t quite ready to go on Switch.
New point is included here, ranging from a special Challenge Mode Level to a Bunny Ears hat for staff and students. Obviously there’s a bit of an Easter theme going on.
The patch notes for the Two Point Campus Spring 2023 version 6.0 update are as follows:
