Nintendo explains how the devs got Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom to load seamlessly
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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom features a massive world, yet loading isn’t something players need to worry about as they move throughout Hyrule. Even as you go from the sky to the Depths, everything happens seamlessly. Now as part of a Computer Entertainment Development Conference (CEDEC) talk, we’re able to learn more about how this was accomplished.
While Breath of the Wild was originally targeting Wii U and featured a world based on a flat 2D structure, Nintendo took things to another level now that it was working with more powerful Switch hardware only. However, things were far from easy. As reported by Famitsu and shared by Automaton, one issue the developers needed to deal with early on was long loading between the surface and the underground, which caused the game to freeze on occasion.
Valkyria Chronicles Remastered Switch physical release revealed
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Limited Run Games is preparing a physical release of Valkyria Chronicles Remastered in the west, the company just announced.
The game will be offered in the form of three versions: standard, On The Gallian Front Edition, and Ragnite Edition. On The Gallian Front Edition includes an exclusive steelbook and rigid deluxe case. The Ragnite Edition adds a Hans plush, a Squad Commander pin, a metal replica of Edelweiss, and more.
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Tails of Iron II delayed to February, new trailer
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Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter has been hit with a delay. Announced at Gamescom 2024 today, the title will now launch in February 2025.
Tails of Iron II: Whiskers of Winter was last planned for this year. The team did not provide a reason for the delay.
Ace Attorney Investigations Collection demo released, new trailer
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For those looking to experience a bit of Ace Attorney Investigations Collection before the launch, Capcom just released a demo.
The opening portions of both games, Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth and Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Gambit, are included. Also, data can be transferred to the full version at release.
koROBO confirmed for consoles
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koROBO, the new game from former developers at Skip, has now been officially confirmed for consoles.
For those that missed the news previously, koROBO has been on Kickstarter / Campfire for the past few weeks. The project already reached its funding target, and with less than a day remaining, hit its console stretch goal as well. The team hasn’t said which consoles it’ll be supporting, but given how koROBO is a Chibi-Robo spiritual successor, we should count on Nintendo support.
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Nintendo Download – August 22, 2024 (North America)
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It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download report for the week of August 22, 2024. The latest releases include Crypt Custodian and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Famitsu sales (8/5/24 – 8/18/24)
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Best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2024
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Circana has released a listing of the top ten best-selling games in the U.S. for the month of July 2024.
In its first month, Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition cracks the top ten and lands at #6. After debuting at #8, Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD now falls to #15. Keep in mind that everything for Nintendo does not account for digital data.
Here’s a look at the complete list of best-selling games in the U.S. for July 2024:
LEGO Mario Kart sets revealed, plus more Animal Crossing
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As part of Gamescom 2024 today, the first LEGO Mario Kart sets were properly revealed following the initial announcement earlier in the year. Plus, there’s even more coming for the more Animal Crossing line.
The lineup of Mario Kart sets include Yoshi Bike, Standard Kart, Donkey Kong & DK Jumbo, Baby Mario vs. Baby Luigi, Toad’s Garage, and Baby Peach & Grand Prix. Everything will be releasing on January 1, 2025.
On the same day, the Animal Crossing line will be expanding again. Upcoming sets include Stargazing with Celeste, Leif’s Caravan & Garden Shop, and Able Sisters Clothing Shop.
Here’s the full announcement:
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Floatopia announced for Switch
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During today’s Gamescom: Opening Night Live presentation, Floatopia was revealed for multiple platforms, including Switch. It’s set to arrive in 2025.
Floatopia, coming from NetEase Games, is a life sim. Players can travel among super-powered worlds to craft their island and engage with friends.
Lots of details can be found in the following overview:
