When is the next Nintendo Direct? Overview, presentation types, more
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Features, General Nintendo, Switch | 0 comments
Since it’s January, a topic of discussion that tends to pop up around this time is when the next Nintendo Direct will be. That’s not much of a surprise, especially since fans are always curious as to what Nintendo has in store. It’s not out of the question for a new presentation to happen as we start the new year so that we can get a better idea as to what’s planned from a first and third-party perspective.
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[Let’s Talk] Fire Emblem Engage impressions
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 0 comments
Fire Emblem Engage is a pretty big deal. It’s Nintendo’s first big Switch release of 2023, and the second major entry in the series on Switch.
How many of you have picked up Fire Emblem Engage? If you’ve started the game, what are your early impressions? Let us know in the comments below.
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze almost brought back Enguarde
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze almost brought back Enguarde, it’s been revealed.
Enguarde the Swordfish originally appeared in the first Donkey Kong Country game, and later appeared in the following sequels. He was also present in Donkey Kong Land 2, Donkey Kong Land III, and Donkey Kong 64. Other than an appearance in Donkey Kong Barrel Blast as a rideable animal buddy, he hasn’t been seen since. However, Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze nearly brought him back.
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana announced for Switch
Posted on 2 years ago by Nicolas in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (12/25): Following up on its reveal of Ys X: Nordics, Falcom has also revealed Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana, a remaster set to be releasing as a Switch exclusive in Japan in Spring 2023.
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana is an HD remaster of Ys: The Oath in Felghana, which is itself a remake of the original Ys III: Wanderers of Ys. This new version is set to offer a host of improvements, including HD visuals, new voiced scenes including voiceovers for the protagonist Adol, and the ability to choose between classic character portraits and music or new “Refine” versions of them.
Check below for more details on Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana.
Nintendo Download – January 19, 2023 (North America)
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download report for the week of January 19, 2023. The latest releases include Fire Emblem Engage, Persona 4 Golden, Persona 3 Portable, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Famitsu sales (1/9/23 – 1/15/23)
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments
Kirby Wii remaster new features, Mario + Rabbids sales underwhelm, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 039
Posted on 2 years ago by Nicholas Serpa in Podcast, Videos | 0 comments
Everyone’s talking about Fire Emblem right now, but don’t forget that another Nintendo IP is getting a new game soon! In this week’s episode, join your hosts Nick, Nicolas and Luiz as they discuss Kirby’s Return to Dreamland Deluxe and some of the new features being added to this unusual remaster. They’ll also discuss the low (by Ubisoft’s standards) sales of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope, upcoming updates for Bayonetta 3 and Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, and much more!
Our podcast 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 on YouTube.
Dokapon Kingdom: Connect revealed for Switch
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original: According to the latest issue of Famitsu, Dokapon Kingdom: Connect is in development for Switch. A release is planned for April 13, 2023 in Japan.
This is a remake of the game originally released on Wii. Thus far online multiplayer support has been confirmed. Aside from that, nothing else has been made known.
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Miyamoto once shot down a “Walupeach” character
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A 2008 Nintendo Dream interview is making the rounds due some information that it contains regarding what could have been another character known as Walupeach. Twitter user gosokkyu shared some translation tidbits.
The discussion is with Shugo Takahashi, a co-founder of Camelot. Given how Nintendo was open to good ideas, it turns out that a pitch was made for Walupeach who would have been included in their next game. However, Mario creator vetoed the idea before they could even show him their design. Apparently Miyamoto felt that it would end up like Doronjo.
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Atelier Ryza 3 delayed to March
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key has been delayed, but thankfully the wait won’t be terribly long.
The RPG will now land on Switch and other platforms on March 24, 2023 (Japan will be getting it one day earlier). It was previously planned for February 22 in Japan and February 24 in North America and Europe.
In a statement, producer Junzo Hosoi said that Gust will be using the extra time to “fine-tune the final touches”. We have his full message below.
