Examining what went wrong with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Posted on 8 months ago by Ethan in Features, Switch | 0 comments
Whether you like Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl or hate them, you can probably agree that something did indeed go wrong during their development. Though the games do have some merit as faithful Sinnoh remakes, many dedicated Pokemon players consider BDSP among the worst of the main series entries. Today, we’re taking a look at the state the games were launched in, the kind of content that was added to them via updates, and how the games hold up in 2024.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom composer shares insight into the music
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Masato Ohashi, one of the composers who worked on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, recently shared insight into the game’s music. Ohashi shared a number of thoughts as part of a post on Nintendo’s recruitment website.
Music can sometimes be straightforward in games, but that wasn’t the case in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Ohashi gave one example by highlighting the ascent to the flying ship in the sky, or the Wind Temple. The goal here was to “make music that rose in tension”, which meant starting with just a few instruments and increasing the number as players keep going up. It’s topped off with a climax and the team decided not to have any music at all when the sky clears.
Here’s our full translation:
Nintendo Switch Online adds Wrecking Crew ’98, Amazing Hebereke, Super R-Type
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Three new games just dropped on Nintendo Switch Online – specifically Wrecking Crew ’98, Amazing Hebereke, and Super R-Type.
As Super Famicom games, Wrecking Crew ’98 and Amazing Hebereke previously came to Japan. Super R-Type represents the SNES.
Here’s an overview of all three games:
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered update 2 out now, patch notes
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Aspyr just came out with a second update for Tomb Raider I-III Remastered.
A few additions are included such as a special outfit for Nightmare in Vegas, Bloody T-Rex Lara Photo Mode, and new Photo Mode poses. All three games also received a ton of improvements, fixes, and more.
The full rundown is as follows:
Nintendo Download – April 11, 2024 (North America)
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
It’s time for the newest North American Nintendo Download report for the week of April 11, 2024. The latest releases include Grounded, Planet of Lana, Rose & Camellia Collection, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Famitsu sales (4/1/24 – 4/7/24)
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Tchia Switch release date set for June, new trailer
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
The Switch version of Tchia now has a release date. Today, it was announced that the game launches for Nintendo’s console on June 27, 2024.
It was just a few weeks ago that the new Switch version of Tchia was revealed. It was initially given a Summer 2024 launch window.
Everything you need to know can be found in the following overview:
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Cat Quest III opening movie
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos | 0 comments
The GentleBros provided a new look at Cat Quest III. Rather than focusing on gameplay, the studio shared the official opening movie – hopefully a sign that it will be launching sooner rather than later.
Here’s an overview for those that need a refresher:
Vampire Survivors reveals Operation Guns DLC with Contra
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Vampire Survivors today unveiled Operation Guns as its latest DLC, which features a collaboration with Konami’s Contra series. It’s due out on May 9, 2024.
The DLC offers a bunch of new content. Players can access 11 gun-slinging characters, 22 new weapons between base versions and evolutions, a new large stage and a new bonus stage, 13 music tracks directly from the Contra series and 6 brand new covers, and a silly 6-chapters Adventure.
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Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble details Adventure Mode, new trailer
Posted on 8 months ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Videos | 0 comments
SEGA today passed along new details for Super Monkey Ball: Banana Rumble’s Adventure Mode experience. We have details about the story, optional assist features, and the different worlds.
Here’s the full rundown:
