Nintendo Switch Online turns off auto renewal as default option for new subscriptions
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
After an investigation into auto-renewal practices by the Competition and Markets Authority, Nintendo has made a change to Nintendo Switch Online. Going forward, the service will no longer be sold with automatic renewal set as the default option. Users will now need to turn it on manually after signing up.
Michael Grenfell, executive director of enforcement at the CMA, said in a statement:
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Live A Live Switch remake gets Prehistory, Imperial China trailers
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Square Enix is offering a new look at the Live A Live remake for Switch with two new trailers showing Prehistory and Imperial China.
In the RPG, players can experience seven stories featuring a variety of protagonists, time periods, and gameplay styles. Each one can be experienced in any order. Other stories include The Wild West, Twilight of Edo Japan, Present Day, The Near Future, and The Distant Future.
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Bandai Namco contracted by Nintendo for remaster / remake of a 3D action game
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
A few interesting job listings recently popped up on Bandai Namco’s website involving what appears to be a remaster or remake of a 3D action game in collaboration with Nintendo.
The first posting is for a planner, which explicitly mentions how the project is a 3D action game contracted by Nintendo. Similar language is then brought up on a page regarding Bandai Namco’s search for a visual artist. For the final listing, we see the first mention of the title being a remaster / remake, with the staffer required to work on HD remastering of 3D backgrounds.
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Nintendo Everything Refresh Ep. 03: Metroid Dread Boss Rush, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Xenoblade 10th anniversary, and more
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This week on Nintendo Everything Refresh, join your hosts Nick, Nicolas, Dennis and Luiz as they discuss Metroid Dread’s exciting new Boss Rush mode, which was recently released as a free update for the game. Then stick around for the full verdict on the recently-released 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, as well as preview impressions on Neon White, the upcoming deck-building first-person combat/parkour game from Annapurna. They’ll also discuss the recent Chrono Cross release, Xenoblade’s 10th anniversary, and more.
Bugsnax confirmed for physical release on Switch
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Bugsnax, which was just announced for Switch today, has already been confirmed for physical release. Fangamer has announced plans to produce a boxed version of the game on Nintendo’s console.
Each copy of Bugsnack for Switch will contain a copy of the game, activity sheet, sticker sheet, field guide, and discount on Fangamer merchandise.
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UK software sales – April 11, 2022
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Original (4/11): The latest UK software sales are in, and there’s good news for LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
The new game is actually the second-biggest boxed launch of the year. Only Pokemon Legends: Arceus has done better. As a result, the title sold more physical copies upon release than other heavy hitters like Elden Ring and Gran Turismo 7. However, one aspect to keep in mind is that LEGO Star Wars dropped on a Tuesday rather than a Friday, resulting in extra time for sales.
Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising launches on Switch next month
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Publisher 505 Games, Rabbit & Bear Studios, and developer Natsume Atari today unveiled a final release date for Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising, the fast-paced 2.5D action RPG with town-upgrading elements. The title, which serves as a companion prequel game to the upcoming Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, launches for Switch on May 10, 2022.
Learn more about Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising with the following overview:
Bugsnax coming to Switch
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Young Horses is bringing Bugsnax to Switch, the developer revealed today. Nintendo’s console is getting the game on April 28, 2022.
Bugsnax earned a lot of attention when it first debuted at the end of 2020. We have a bunch of information about the adventure game below.
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Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes gets “Mysterious Mercenary” trailer
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Nintendo and Koei Tecmo have just issued a new Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes trailer, which is titled “Mysterious Mercenary”.
In the video, we’re able to get a look at Shez who meets Edelgard, Dimitri, Claude, and other characters while fighting for the future of Fódlan. The game has players aligning with a leader to build and command an army in 1 vs. 1,000-style battles and deep strategy. Depending on the house chosen, a different story will be presented with a different outcome. There’ll be three stories in total.
Nintendo acquires land for new development center
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Nintendo has announced the acquisition of Kyoto-city owned land, which will be used as a new development center. The tentative name is “Corporate Headquarters Development Center, Building No. 2”.
Nintendo notes that the move was made as it “will carry an important role on reinforcing its R&D.” However, it is not expected to be completed until December 2027.
The full announcement reads:
