Persona 5 Royal Switch gameplay
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Ahead of the launch of Persona 5 Royal on Switch this week, we have some of the first direct-feed gameplay. Footage is available showing the first 20 minutes.
You can learn more about the RPG in the following overview:
More: Atlus, Persona 5 Royal, top
The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure release date set for March 2023 on Switch in the west, story trailer
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NIS America today shared a final release date for The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure on Switch in North America and Europe, and we have a story trailer as well.
Those in the states can pick it up on March 14, 2023. The RPG will then follow on March 17, 2023 in Europe and March 24, 2023 in Oceania.
Nintendo Switch Sports version 1.2.1 causing crashes, update pulled
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Nintendo Switch Sports version 1.2.1 released this week, but it’s no longer available for download.
Soon after distribution of the patch started, some players encountered an error that causes the game to crash while a match was being loaded. This not only impacted online play, but offline modes as well.
More: Nintendo Switch Sports, title update, top
Akiba’s Trip: Undead & Undressed Director’s Cut announced for Switch
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Today, Acquire revealed that it’s bringing Akiba’s Trip: Undead & Undressed Director’s Cut to Switch. A release is planned for April 20, 2023 in Japan.
The game is based on its original appearance in 2013, though new elements have been added this time around. Undead & Undressed Director’s Cut also marks the title’s first appearance on Switch.
Here’s some additional information, courtesy of Gematsu:
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope dev on the Rabbids speaking for the first time
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The Rabbids speak in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, but they didn’t in the previous title – Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. As it turns out, the team was explicitly told by Ubisoft that the Rabbids don’t talk. To get around that a bit, the Phantom was included in Kingdom Battle with a music number.
Mario + Rabbids creative director Davide Soliani told IGN:
Hellena Taylor explains why she isn’t back for Bayonetta 3
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Original: Hellena Taylor, the original voice of Bayonetta, has weighed in on why she didn’t return to voice the character for Bayonetta 3. Three separate videos were shared on social media outlining the situation, and it’s clear that Taylor is disappointed with what has transpired.
Jennifer Hale was recently revealed as the new voice of Bayonetta. When director Yusuke Miyata commented on the situation, he explained that “overlapping circumstances made it difficult for Hellena Taylor to reprise her role.” However, this is something that Hale has denied.
More: Bayonetta 3, PlatinumGames, top
Rumor: Xenoblade Chronicles 3 datamine reveals DLC wave 3 Hero design
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Xenoblade Chronicles 3 fans have looked through the game’s files following the release of the new version 1.2.0 update and wave 2 DLC, and via a datamine, have apparently discovered the design for the next new Hero.
We have the image attached after the break. Nothing is revealed in terms of story content, but for those looking to maintain the surprise, keep that in mind before proceeding.
More: Monolith Soft, top, Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Adam Howden, the voice of Shulk, voices the Nopon Archsage in new Xenoblade 3 DLC
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Here’s a bit of trivia that may blow your mind: Adam Howden, who played Shulk in the first Xenoblade Chronicles, is the voice of the Nopon Archsage in the new Xenoblade Chronicles 3 DLC. It goes without saying, but this is specifically for the English version.
The Nopon Archsage was just added as part of the game’s Expansion Pass. He’s included in the new Challenge Battles where players take on consecutive enemies to earn accessories and special outfits.
More: Monolith Soft, top, Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Switch Split Pad Compact confirmed for the west
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Original (9/12): HORI will release the Switch Split Pad Compact in the west, retailer listings confirm.
The peripheral was recently announced for Japan (known there as the Split Pad Fit) and various designs will be appearing in the country starting this month. It’s an updated version of the Split Pad Pro and is intended to “provide a full-size controller experience in handheld mode.” Full-size analog sticks and d-pad are included, along with turbo functions and assignable rear buttons. Motion controls, HD Rumble, NFC, and the IR camera are not supported.
Famitsu software sales (10/3/22 – 10/9/22) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NSW] Splatoon 3 – 120,564 / 3,021,047
2. [NSW] NieR: Automata The End of YoRHa Edition – 30,218 / NEW
3. [NSW] Dragon Quest X Offline – 21,908 / 188,782
4. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 10,522 / 4,865,680
5. [NSW] Minecraft – 6,857 / 2,814,902
6. [NSW] Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival – 6,677 / 46,673
7. [PS4] Dragon Quest X Offline – 5,483 / 67,144
8. [PS4] FIFA 23 – 5,364 / 27,085
9. [NSW] Hakuoki Shinkai: Tenun no Shou – 5,101
10. [NSW] FIFA 23 Legacy Edition – 4,788 / 16,561
