[Review] OPUS: Echo of Starsong – Full Bloom Edition
Posted on 2 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Reviews, Switch eShop | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release Date: May 11, 2022
Developer: SIGONO
Publisher: SIGONO
OPUS: The Day We Found Earth introduced me to the wonderfully talented SIGONO and the studio’s clear ambition to tell stories in a way that was equal parts refreshing, wholesome, and evocative. Roughly a year later and not long after its PC release, the developer brought us a follow-up of sorts (though not a direct sequel) with OPUS: Rocket of Whispers, which was more of an atmospheric point-and-click experience where you’d look through a telescope and locate different planets utilizing and coordinates and data you had at your disposal. The ambition for SIGONO was clearly to push their talents forward while still being able to tell this extremely palpable and moving story, and they excelled once again. Now comes along OPUS: Echoes of Starsong, which is once again vastly different from the other two entries in the series they’ve produced, but the gap in time and growth within the studio is put on display in such a way that the game is not only the best of an increasingly joyful series so far, but could easily be considered one of the most stunning, emotionally-driven, and unique visual novels of all time.
Triangle Strategy producers say HD-2D “costs more than you’d think”
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In a recent interview with Japanese outlet 4Gamer, Triangle Strategy producers Tomoya Asano and Yasuaki Arai discussed how the team was able to implement Square Enix’s signature HD-2D art style in their latest release.
Despite the art style having a seemingly nature and straight forward implementation, they noted that it “costs more than you’d think” and required the help of teams who had previously worked with the tech to finish development in such a short amount of time.
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[Let’s Talk] What do you want to see from Pokemon Scarlet / Violet?
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 0 comments
For Pokemon Day back in February, Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet were announced for Switch. Only a few details have been revealed thus far, including the starters: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly. The games are also said to have “an open world where various towns with no borders blend seamlessly into the wilderness.”
If Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet see the series’ traditional marketing cycle, there’s a good chance that we’ll be getting new information soon. And if that’s the case, it’s the perfect time to talk about what you’d like to see from the new titles. Are there any types of features you’re hoping will be in the games? Let us know in the comments below.
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Triangle Strategy devs on how the game uses “accurate” HD-2D
Posted on 2 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Not too long ago, Triangle Strategy producers Tomoya Asano and Yasuaki Arai sat down with Japanese website 4Gamer to share some insights from their time making Square Enix’s latest Switch title.
The highly praised HD-2D art style made a return, and the pair talked about the challenges the team faced to make it work in a tactical RPG. Turn-based RPGs like Octopath Traveler, another game to make use of HD-2D, operate with a fixed camera. However, Triangle Strategy offered a fresh set of challenges to overcome thanks to the more expansive map designs in a tactical RPG.
More: highlight, Square Enix, top, Triangle Strategy
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R gets September release date, new trailer, physical release
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original (5/26): JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R has a release date on Switch. Today, Bandai Namco confirmed that the fighter will be available on September 2, 2022.
JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: All-Star Battle R was announced back in March. As part of the initial reveal, it was given a vague Fall 2022 release window.
Why Nintendo should consider consistency over constant changes
Posted on 2 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Features, General Nintendo, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has a long history of sticking out in the video game business and in the tech space as a whole thanks to unique ideas that more often than not bring in new and innovative experiences. Whether it’s the design of odd controllers such as the N64, the motion and remote-like controls of Wii, or the hybrid nature of Switch, these ideas and philosophies have been a core part of what makes the company exciting generation after generation. More often than not, Nintendo’s games, while somewhat gimmicky, end up standing out and leaving behind a legacy in the medium’s history that we typically look back fondly at. Some if not most will dismiss Nintendo’s ideals whenever a new generation arrives with games that take advantage of showing off the new technology and hardware, but it more often than not works out. At the same time, even though the Big N has done well to come up with new ideas time and time again, the company tends to get ahead of itself by focusing on making everything a unique “experience”, even if it’s not something built around game design. This is arguably one of the most frustrating parts of Nintendo’s culture that brings this sort of yin and yang feeling of what works and what doesn’t.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords coming to Switch
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Aspyr is bringing Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords to Switch, the company has announced. The game will be available on June 8, 2022.
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II originally released in 2004. It’ll feature HD cinematics, textures, UI, and resolution on Switch. Also planned for post-launch is the unreleased Restored Content DLC, which will be offered for free.
Mario Strikers: Battle League post-launch updates confirmed, including new characters
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has confirmed that Mario Strikers: Battle League will be receiving new updates after launch. As part of this, fans can look forward to additional characters. Specifics haven’t been shared just yet though, but we know that the updates will be entirely free.
Providing updates after release is a familiar move for Nintendo, especially when it comes to sports games on Switch. With Mario Tennis Aces for example, the game added Koopa Troopa, Blooper, Diddy Kong, Birdo, Shy Guy, Petey Piranha, Luma, Boom Boom, Pauline, Kamek, Dry Bones, Fire Piranha Plant, and Dry Bowser after launch. Meanwhile, we saw Toadette, Ninji, Koopa Troopa, Wiggler, and Shy Guy in Mario Golf: Super Rush after release.
Mario Strikers: Battle League First Kick demo announced
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Nintendo has announced Mario Strikers: Battle League First Kick, a new demo for the upcoming sports arcade title. With it, fans will be able to try the game before launch.
A Nintendo Switch Online membership is needed to play. During certain online periods, it’ll be possible to experience Versus Everyone or Join Friends. Training mode can be accessed starting today.
Mario Strikers: Battle League opening movie, new trailer, gameplay
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A bunch of videos have surfaced for Mario Strikers: Battle League, including the game’s opening movie, new trailer, and gameplay. We also have the latest Japanese commercial.
Get caught up on Mario Strikers: Battle League with the overview below:
