Media Create sales (2/11/19 – 2/17/19)
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch | 0 comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
Switch – 65,958
PS4 – 11,792
PS4 Pro – 7,892
New 2DS LL – 3,358
Vita – 1,767
New 3DS LL – 1,254
2DS – 142
Xbox One X – 55
Xbox One – 13
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[Review] Steins;Gate Elite
Posted on 5 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in Reviews, Switch | 0 comments
System: Switch
Release date: February 19, 2019
Developer: 5pb.
Publisher: Spike Chunsoft
In 2009 we were introduced to a work of science fiction that, to this day, holds great value and precedence in its prowess of storytelling and continues to be revered as one of the greatest visual novels ever produced: Steins;Gate. This was part of Chiyomaru’s Shikura’s Science Adventure series that was preceded by Chaos;Head. The Science Adventure series from 5pb. and Nitroplus spans quite a few games that are still developed to this day and all bring their own flare, charm, and narrative, with sequels more so being spiritual successors rather than follow-ups. With Switch’s first installment, Steins;Gate Elite, we have a beautiful and faithful rework of sorts that now has the chance to breathe new life again and be introduced to a whole new audience. It was something I thought wouldn’t entirely work at first since it uses most of the anime’s cutscenes to retell its original story (with a few exceptions), but what ended up ultimately happening was a rekindling of love for one of my favorite games and some of my favorite characters in the medium.
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Fate/Extella Link launches March 19 in North America
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
While Fate/Extella Link has been out for a bit in Japan, it’s not yet available in the west. XSEED Games will be changing that soon, as the publisher announced plans to release the game in North America on March 19.
As previously revealed, a special Fate/Extella Link Fleeting Glory Limited Edition will be offered to fans. It contains the game, a soundtrack CD, a pack of 10 collectible cards depicting each of the new Servants, a cloth poster, and a acrylic diorama all housed in a custom box.
More: Fate/Extella Link, marvelous, top, XSEED Games
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove physical edition, King of Cards, Shovel Knight Showdown, new amiibo delayed
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Switch, Wii U | 0 comments
A few months ago, Yacht Club Games dated a bunch of new Shovel Knight products for April 9. The physical version of Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove, Shovel Knight: King of Cards, Shovel Knight Showdown, and Treasure Trove amiibo 3-pack were all planned for that day. Unfortunately, this will no longer be happening.
Yacht Club said today that everything has been delayed “one last time.” All items previously scheduled for April 9 will be pushed back “several months – at most”.
Here’s the full update from Yacht Club Games:
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Switch update out now (version 7.0.1)
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
A new firmware update for Switch is now available. Version 7.0.1 just went live for all users.
Nintendo’s explanation regarding today’s update is a small one. The company states that a specific issue has been addressed in which Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu and Pokemon: Let’s Go, Eevee couldn’t connect to Pokemon GO if the game software was closed after pairing with the app.
Switch version 7.0.0 was distributed in January. It added New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe icons and additional language support.
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New Astral Chain details
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
PlatinumGames has opened a section on its website for Astral Chain, the new Switch exclusive announced during last week’s Nintendo Direct. The information goes a bit deeper into the story, gameplay, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
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New material from original Pokemon generation shows early title screens, more insight into MissingNo., prototype trainer designs, more
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Helix Chamber has managed to get its hands on a prototype for the original generation of Pokemon games. With that comes the discovery of many changed elements.
One of the first things we’re able to see – shown above – are early title screens. This includes the logo with “Capsule Monsters” as well as one with Rhyhorn early design.
[Nintendo Everything Podcast] – episode #16 – Nintendo Direct Special Feature
Posted on 5 years ago by Oni Dino(@Oni_Dino) in News | 0 comments
Hello, my lovely Hylians!
This week on NEP, we’ve got a special episode: a bonus feature with twice the content!
A Nintendo Direct dropped just the other day, so we’re breaking down each release in the North American AND Japanese presentations with supplemental information and our added commentary. Galen gets analytical, Oni gets cultural; come hang out with us!
Also, we can’t figure out why Kingdom Hearts keeps on coming up during this episode. Is it fate? Like, is any of this for real… or not?
A big thank you to all of our listeners and to those who share the podcast. NEP keeps growing! We hope you’re enjoying the show. Please leave us your feedback, and check below for more details and timestamps.
More: Astral Chain, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Daemon X Machina, Deltarune, Dragon Quest XI S, Fire Emblem: Three Houses, highlight, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order, Nintendo Direct, Oninaki, Rune Factory 4 Special, Rune Factory 5, Super Mario Maker 2, Tetris 99, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, top, Yoshi's Crafted World
Rumor: Nintendo reviving “dead and buried” game, Kingdom Hearts Switch talk
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Rumors, Switch | 0 comments
Earlier in the week, Game Informer senior editor Imran Khan stopped by the Kinda Funny Games Daily show. Khan ended up sharing what sounds like a pretty interesting rumor regarding Nintendo reviving a “dead and buried” game.
He stated:
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[Let’s Talk] February 2019 Nintendo Direct reactions
Posted on 5 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Switch | 0 comments
Months after waiting for the next general Nintendo Direct, Nintendo finally delivered this week. A bunch of announcements were made throughout the 35-minute presentation both big and small.
As far as entirely new stuff goes, the Nintendo Direct started with the reveal of Super Mario Maker 2. The show ended with a bang as well thanks to the announcement of the Zelda: Link’s Awakening remake on Switch. That was far from all, as we also found out about the brand new PlatinumGames title Astral Chain. Other announcements included BoxBoy! + BoxGirl!, Tetris 99, Oninaki, Dragon Quest XI S’ official localization and release window, Rune Factory 4 Refine and Rune Factory 5, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Assassin’s Creed III Remastered, Unravel Two, and more.
Now that we’re a few days removed from the Nintendo Direct, how are you feeling about the presentation? Were you happy with what was shown, or were you left feeling disappointed? Do you have any personal highlights? Let us know in the comments below.
