Famitsu sales (6/27/22 – 7/3/22)
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Splatoon 3 OLED system and Switch Pro Controller revealed
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (7/6): Nintendo will release a new Splatoon 3 OLED system and Switch Pro Controller, the company announced today.
The system will release first on August 26, featuring design inspiration from the game. It includes includes a set of one blue and one yellow gradient Joy-Con controllers with white underbellies and a white, graffiti-themed Nintendo Switch dock. Note that Splatoon 3 is not included. The whole package will set you back $359.99.
More: Splatoon 3, top
Asterix & Obelix XXXL: The Ram From Hibernia announced for Switch
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Another Asterix & Obelix is inbound for Switch with Microids having now announced Asterix & Obelix XXXL: The Ram From Hibernia. It’ll be on Switch this fall.
The game will take players “on a journey through Hibernia for a series of memorable brawls where no dirty tricks will be barred… including smashing your enemies with a barrel”. It’ll be possible to play alone or with up to four players in co-op.
[Preview] Hindsight
Posted on 1 year ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Previews, Switch | 0 comments
What if the physical objects of every day life, the possessions we hold close, were actual windows to the past? It’s a question that many have thought of as we fiddle with theories of time travel and reminiscing about the days of old, and is also the question that starts off the summary for Hindsight, the new narrative-driven adventure game developed by Joel McDonald and published by Annapurna Interactive. Heirlooms, hand-me-downs, and gifts from loved ones all hold some sort of sentimental value to all of us, regardless of what the object in question may be, and we’re immediately transported through our thoughts to a specific time or memory of a person. What Hindsight does is take that in a more literal sense and uses that as a gameplay mechanic to drive the story forward of the protagonist, Mary, who ultimately faces a part of life we all have or eventually will: handling the belongings of loved ones who are no longer with us. Speaking to McDonald, we had the chance to peer into the game a bit – specifically the second chapter of the game – and get a feel for how the game functions, what it ultimately aims to do, and why this was an important project and story to tell.
More: Annapurna Interactive, highlight, Hindsight, top
Discussing the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase | Nintendo Everything Refresh Episode 15
Posted on 1 year ago by Nicholas Serpa in Podcast, Switch | 0 comments
Last week’s surprise Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase may not have been the blowout summer presentation we’ve all been hoping for, but it still had plenty of exciting games to show us. Join your hosts Nick, Nicolas, Dennis and Luiz as they discuss every game that was shown during the event and what they’re most looking forward to playing in the near future. Then stick around for some Metroid rumors, news, and more!
Our show is available on most major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, or you can check out the video version below:
More: highlight, Nintendo Direct, top
Wii Shop Channel, DSi Shop back up after months of downtime
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DSiWare, News, Wii Shop Channel | 0 comments
Back in March, we reported that the Wii Shop Channel had essentially gone offline, and the same thing applied to the DSi Shop as well. It took a few months, but it seems that things are in working order once again.
Booting up the Wii Shop Channel and the DSi Shop show that they’re finally connecting properly. When they were experiencing issues, nothing would happen, and it was simply impossible to access the shops.
More: top
Ubisoft Forward 2022 presentation announced for September 10
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new Ubisoft Forward presentation will air on September 10, 2022, Ubisoft has announced. Fans can expect “updates and news on multiple games and projects from Ubisoft teams around the world.”
The event will begin at the following times:
More: top, Ubisoft, Ubisoft Forward
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 reveals Vegeta (GT), Conton City Vote Pack out this week
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Bandai Namco has set a release date for the Conton City Vote Pack in Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, the game’s latest DLC. Fans will be able to get their hands on it starting July 7, 2022. Note that an update will be going live the day before that.
New playable characters, extra missions, parallel quests, skills, costumes, and more are planned. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 previously revealed Dyspo and Goku (Ultra Instinct -Sign-), but we now know that Vegeta (GT) is on the way as well. He’s focused on strikes and close-ranged attacks, so he’s a bit different than previous versions of the character.
Here’s a rundown of his moves:
More: Bandai Namco, DLC, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2, top
Ray’z Arcade Chronology announced for Switch
Posted on 1 year ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (6/27): Ray’z Arcade Chronology is in development for Switch, publisher Taito and developer M2 just revealed. Japan will be getting the collection in 2023.
Ray’z Arcade Chronology is comprised of several shoot ’em up titles. The lineup includes RayForce, RayStorm, RayCrisis, RayStorm NEO-HD, and RayCrisis HD.
More: M2, Ray'z Arcade Chronology, Taito, top
Why Switch ports still are relevant
Posted on 1 year ago by Luiz in Features, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
In the recent Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase, we saw a good amount of new third-party games being announced for Switch, including some big ones such as NieR: Automata and Persona 3, 4 and 5.
As we are all aware, Switch is not as powerful as other consoles on the market. Usually its ports come to the console with some visual compromises. But even with those compromises, at least on Switch you are able to play these games wherever you want. However, with the recent release of Valve’s Steam Deck, it’s interesting to think about whether that can impact Switch’s position in the market.
In the video below I explain my reasons as to why I think Switch ports are still relevant and a viable option for a number of players. Feel free to check it out down below.
