September 2022 Nintendo Direct live stream, live blog
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
A big September 2022 Nintendo Direct is upon us, and we have both a live stream and live blog ready to go. The fun begins at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 3 PM in the UK / 4 PM in Europe. Note that there will not be a live stream in the UK, but it will go up as a video-on-demand following the broadcast, any viewers in the region can simply watch the North American counterpart.
Today’s Nintendo Direct will last about 40 minutes. Expect it to mainly focus on games launching on Switch this winter.
Our Nintendo Direct Predictions, Mario + Rabbids new gameplay revealed, new Disney games announced for Switch, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 024
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A Nintendo Direct is upon us, and Nintendo’s promising over 40 minutes of reveals and announcements – so as is tradition, we’re making the wait go faster by offering up our last-minute predictions and dreams of what we’d all love to see. Join your hosts Nick, Nicolas and Luiz as they talk not only about Nintendo’s imminent showcase, but also unpack all the noteworthy announcements from Disney’s first-ever gaming showcase event. They’ll also discuss the latest look at Pokemon Scarlet & Violet’s three (?) story campaigns, their impressions on the latest gameplay deep-dive for Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, and more!
Splatoon 3 becomes Japan’s fastest-selling game of all time
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Splatoon 3 has taken the crown as Japan’s fastest-selling game of all time.
That news follows Nintendo’s announcement earlier today that the title has sold 3.45 million copies in the region in just three days. The company said this is the highest domestic sales level for any Switch game within that time period, but we now know that applies to all platforms as well.
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Pokemon Sword and Shield Shiny Eternatus distribution revealed, full details
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The Pokemon Company has revealed a new Shiny Eternatus distribution for Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield, which will be held at GameStop in the US and Canada. Those in Australia and New Zealand can participate by visiting EB Games.
Players can visit these participating retailers to pick up a special code card that will let you receive the Legendary Poison- and Dragon-type Pokemon. It comes in at level 100, has a Timid Nature, and makes use of the Pressure Ability. Its moves include Dynamax Cannon, Eternabeam, Sludge Bomb, and Flamethrower.
More: Pokemon Shield, Pokemon Sword, top
Loop8: Summer of Gods seeing English release in the west in Spring 2023
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XSEED Games announced today that it intends to localize Loop8: Summer of Gods for English fans in the west. In North America and Europe, the game will be launching in Spring 2023.
Loop8: Summer of Gods is a time-travel RPG and a coming-of-age adventure. Read more about it below.
More: LOOP8, marvelous, top, XSEED Games
Nintendo Direct announced for September 13
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A new Nintendo Direct will air tomorrow, September 13, Nintendo just announced. The presentation will be held at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 3 PM in the UK / 4 PM in Europe.
Nintendo says that the Nintendo Direct will mainly focus on Switch games launching this winter. It’ll be about 40 minutes long.
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Splatoon 3 domestic sales surpass 3.45 million in first three days
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Splatoon 3 domestic sales have surpassed 3.45 million units in its first three days on the market, Nintendo has announced. That’s the highest domestic sales level for any Switch game within that timeframe.
Nintendo’s announcement seems to be based on Japanese sales only, so Splatoon 3’s total should be higher than this amount worldwide.
Today’s news is based on Nintendo’s own internal numbers. It includes both packaged and downloadable versions.
More: sales, Splatoon 3, top
A spoilery discussion about Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Posted on 2 years ago by Luiz in Features, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
It’s been a while since the release of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and even though the game is massive, some of us already finished the experience. As it is with a JRPG like this, there’s usually a lot to talk about with regard to the story, exploration, combat and more.
That’s why today’s video is actually a – very long – discussion about Xenoblade Chronicles 3, full of spoilers. If you already played it, feel free to check the video down below and share your own opinions about the game.
More: highlight, Monolith Soft, top, Xenoblade Chronicles 3
[Interview] Temtem devs on game’s evolution, future of the IP, more
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Temtem, a massively multiplayer creature-collection adventure, is finally out on Switch after previously spending a couple of years in early access. Crema game director Guillermo Andrades and community manager Lucía Prieto have now shared more about the title in an interview with Nintendo Everything.
Some of the topics we discussed include how the studio landed on the idea to make Temtem, how it has evolved since its debut in early access, whether we could see the IP featured outside of games, and the possibility of a sequel. You can read our full interview below.
More: Crema, Guillermo Andrades, highlight, Lucía Prieto, Temtem, top
Rayman joining Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope in DLC
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Rayman will be included in Mario Rabbids Sparks of Hope as future DLC, Ubisoft has revealed. The character will be featured in DLC 3.
Ubisoft only gave a brief glimpse as to what it has planned during an online presentation today, though creative director Davide Soliano said “it’s a dream come true to have him going on an adventure with our dear Rabbids heroes.” You can check out that teaser below.
