Kodama and M2 on Phantasy Star, what development was like in 1987, SEGA Ages games on Switch, lots more
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“I think if you play “Phantasy Star” after reading this interview, you’ll look at the game in a whole new light.”
-Naoki Horii, M2 Dev Team
Japanese website Game Watch recently sat down for an interview with three key figures from SEGA and M2 handling the SEGA AGES collection on Nintendo Switch.
The mega interview contains all kinds of details on new features to the Switch version, the incredible headaches that 80’s game development caused them, and never-before-heard stories from development of the original “Phantasy Star”, firsthand from Rieko Kodama, who was the original designer for the game. It’s a must-read for die-hard fans. And if that wasn’t enough, we’ve included some discussion about the SEGA Ages series in general that you may have missed last week (with some extra comments).
We’ve prepared an exclusive translation of the in-depth interview, and hope you enjoy.
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid confirmed for Switch, supports cross-play and cross-progression
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
A leak from earlier in the day indicated that Switch would be receiving a new Power Rangers game. The news is now official, as Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid has been revealed.
Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid is a new fighter from nWay. The game promises “a streamlined combat system” with “simplified controls, while maintaining depth and detail for more intense and experienced competitors.” Online play, cross-play, and cross-progression are all supported. There are also plans for new content and game modes to be added throughout 2019.
Mortal Kombat 11 – official gameplay reveal trailer
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
The first gameplay trailer has gone live for Mortal Kombat 11. Get a look at the new video below.
Mortal Kombat 11 launches April 23 on Switch.
Mortal Kombat 11 reveal live stream
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Switch, Videos | 0 comments
The reveal stream for Mortal Kombat 11 will be kicking off not too long from now. As previously announced, the main event starts at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 7 PM in the UK / 8 PM in Europe. However, a 30-minute pre-show will begin a half hour before that, and there will be a post-show as well.
You can watch the reveal as it happens below. We’ll report back with any big news on the site.
Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid seemingly leaked for Switch
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 0 comments
Information and a trailer have allegedly leaked for a new Power Rangers coming to Switch. Power Rangers: Battle For The Grid, developed by nWay, is supposedly coming to Nintendo’s platform in April.
Below is the content spreading online:
Nintendo Download (1/17/19, Europe) – Travis Strikes Again, Dragon’s Lair Trilogy, Feudal Alloy, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Switch eShop, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes – €29.99
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Nintendo Download (1/17/19, North America) – Travis Strikes Again, Gunman Clive, YIIK, more
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This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Retail
Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes – $29.99 (available January 18)
The Raven Remastered – $29.99 (available January 22)
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Nintendo / The Pokemon Company very pleased with Pokemon GO / Let’s Go, looking for more “synergies” with core franchise
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Pokemon GO is doing better than ever. After a rocky launch, the game has seen an increase in player engagement as well as consistent revenue. It also helped inspire one of Switch’s first Pokemon entries, Pokemon: Let’s Go, Pikachu / Eevee.
Speaking with Business Insider, Niantic CEO John Hanke noted that Nintendo and The Pokemon Company are very pleased with Pokemon GO as well as Pokemon: Let’s Go. Apparently the two sides are looking for more “synergies” between the mobile release and the core franchise. “We’ve benefited in a lot of ways,” Hanke said.
In 2018, Pokemon GO managed to receive a “regular pace of updates.” Hanke mentioned that this will continue in 2019.
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Nintendo president differentiates Switch / mobile games, talks future of 3DS and Labo, eSports, Chinese market
Posted on 6 years ago by Oni Dino(@Oni_Dino) in 3DS, General Nintendo, Mobile, News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa recently participated in an interview with Kyoto Shimbun, which was published just a few days ago. The company’s boss weighed in on selling 20 million Switch units by the end of the fiscal year and needing a steady stream of games for the system, mobile (including keeping smartphone games separate from Switch), and the future of 3DS. He also teased future plans for Labo, touched on eSports, and commented on looking towards the Chinese market.
Here’s a full translation of the interview:
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Sakurai on how he’s playing Smash Bros. Ultimate, creating entertainment, more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate director Masahiro Sakurai published a new column in this week’s issue of Famitsu. While there was some talk about the Switch game, Sakurai touched on a few other interesting topics as well.
In his piece, Sakurai started out by writing about a couple of games he’s been playing. He also discussed his own personal way of playing Smash Bros. Ultimate at the moment, and thanked fans for their support having sold 5 million copies in its first week. The piece also brings up creating entertainment, regrets, and the Japanese games industry.
