[Review] Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream
Posted on 2 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: February 25, 2022
Developer: Gust
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
While the Atelier series continues to grow and bring in fans both new and old with each new colorful outing, protagonist, and luscious worlds we find ourselves on a journey with, there has also been a resurgence in some of its more seminal titles that helped bring the series to where it is today. With so many entries, characters, and overlapping stories set within particular worlds, each brings its own flavor and personality to the table. One such installment of the many Ateliers centers around Sophie Neuenmuller, the star of Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book. While games within the franchise have all been standalone, some of them have also followed a certain theme and world that they share. Atelier Sophie 2: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream now brings Sophie back into the spotlight and tries to offer a conclusion to the answers she was still looking for years ago. Not only does everything look great in this new engine, but it’s the most well-optimized and beautiful Atelier game to date on Switch, also containing some of the cleanest interfaces, polished battles, and vibrant worlds yet.
Unreleased F-Zero Virtual Boy game Zero Racers “was done”, former NOA staffer says
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Back in the day, Nintendo was planning a new F-Zero game for the Virtual Boy known as Zero Racers. Although the game never released, it was apparently finished.
That news comes from former Nintendo of America staffer Jim Wornell, who worked on the project as the localizer. Wornell handled the game’s text, boxart, manual, and testing.
Did You Know Gaming has Wornell mentioning the following:
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[Let’s Talk] February 2022 Pokemon Presents reactions
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Let's Talk, Mobile, Switch | 0 comments
Despite it being a weekend, a pretty big Nintendo-related presentation took place today. Pokemon Presents is something we’ve seen previously, but it made a return again for Pokemon Day.
It goes without saying that Pokemon Scarlet / Violet was the biggest announcement of the show, closing out the presentation. Gen 9 is here, and it’s bringing along an open-world with it. We also got a new update for Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Shaymin’s appearance in Pokemon Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl, Alola Pokemon for Pokemon GO, and more. You can catch up on all of the news here.
What are your thoughts on the Pokemon Presents video that aired earlier today? How do you feel about Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet thus far? Let us know in the comments below.
Should Nintendo ever use dual screens again?
Posted on 2 years ago by Luiz in 3DS, DS, Features, Wii U | 0 comments
Should Nintendo ever use dual screens again?
This may sound like a strange question, but after looking back on Nintendo consoles in the recent past, we know that the concept was used three times. Switch then represented the end of that trend, but could the idea could come back in the future?
In today’s video, I discuss the pros and cons of dual screen gameplay and, in the process, try to figure out if it is an idea that Nintendo should revisit in the future. You can check out the video down below.
Pokemon Legends: Arceus version 1.1.0 update patch notes
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
The full patch notes are in for Pokemon Legends: Arceus’ new 1.1.0 update. This was just announced today during the Pokemon Presents presentation.
New features are included, but also some fixes as well. Find the full patch notes for the Pokemon Legends: Arceus version 1.1.0 update below.
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Pokemon Presents February 2022 recap announcement
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Switch | 0 comments
The February 2022 Pokemon Presents event had plenty of news to share, including the reveal of Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet. The Pokemon Company has now shared an official announcement recapping all of the big news.
Here’s the full rundown:
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet introduce Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
First details are in about the new Pokemon in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, including their names – Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly.
Here’s the full rundown from The Pokemon Company:
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is open world, Pokemon Home compatibility
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet will feature an open world, The Pokemon Company has confirmed. Additionally, we have news about support for Pokemon Home.
As far as a general overview, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are said to “take a new evolutionary step in the Pokemon main series.” Players will be able to “explore an open world where various towns with no borders blend seamlessly into the wilderness.” Similar to Pokemon Legends: Arceus, creatures are out and about everywhere – be it the skies, in the sea, and on the streets.
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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet announced for Switch
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Original: Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet have just been announced. Both titles are coming to Switch in late 2022.
The Pokemon Company revealed the news during the end of today’s Pokemon Presents presentation. A trailer showed a new setting, but seemed to showcase the type of gameplay we’ve seen from Pokemon Legends: Arceus with a full 3D perspective, Pokemon roaming in the wild and more.
Additionally, the starters were shown. Names weren’t divulged, but we have a look at their designs below.
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Pokemon Legends: Arceus “Daybreak” update announced (version 1.1.0)
Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News | 0 comments
A new “Daybreak” update has been announced for Pokemon Legends: Arceus, otherwise known as version 1.1.0. It is going live later today.
The update lets players take on a new investigation involving a phenomenon causing mass outbreaks of Pokemon across the Hisuian region. You can also take on new Pokemon battles with your allied Pokemon at the Training Grounds.
Here’s a trailer:
