“Splatoon 2 Splat Chat” video introduces Ranked Battle modes
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Nintendo has published a new video for Splatoon 2. In it, Jordan Kent chats with members from Nintendo Treehouse about the 2017 Splatoon 2 World Inkling Invitational, covering basic strategies, the importance of territory control, and changes being made to Ranked Battle modes for the game. Check it out below.
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Nintendo Switch Online – continued access to the library of classic games so long as you’re subscribed
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Nintendo delivered new details about Switch’s online service – now known as Nintendo Switch Online – pretty much out of nowhere tonight. Kotaku has since sought additional clarification about how the classic games are being dished out.
Here’s what Nintendo told the site:
“Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will have ongoing access to a library of classic games with added online play. Users can play as many of the games as they want, as often as they like, as long as they have an active subscription.”
“Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will be able to play a wide variety of classic games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Balloon Fight and Dr. Mario. More games will be announced at a later date. At launch the classic game library will include NES games. Super NES games continue to be under consideration, but we have nothing further to announce at this time.”
In other words, it looks like the monthly classic games are being replaced with something better. It also sounds like you’ll now be able to keep games as long as you’re subscribed.
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Nintendo Switch Online details revealed – $20 a year, free until 2018, more
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Brand new details have just been revealed for Switch’s paid online service, now known as Nintendo Switch Online.
The highlight of today’s news concerns pricing. You’ll need to fork over $20 a year, $4 a month, or $8 for three months. The service will now be free until 2018.
Switch players who subscribe will be able to participate in online multiplayer gaming and use a dedicated smartphone app for online play sessions. Classics with added online play are reconfirmed, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Balloon Fight, and Dr. Mario. eShop discounts will be offered, too.
Get the full lowdown on Nintendo Switch Online below.
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Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn out this fall, NBA Playgrounds players on Switch can get it for free
Posted on 7 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 22 Comments
Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn finally has a release window, with Saber Interactive announcing today that the game is launching this fall. Better yet, Switch owners have an opportunity to pick up a free copy if they purchase NBA Playgrounds.
Saber Interactive is putting the newly-announced offer in place as a way of showing its appreciation to the community. Anyone who buys NBA Playgrounds on Switch before the game’s online patch drops will be entitled to Shaq Fu: A Legend Reborn at no extra cost. This promotion will only be available on Nintendo’s platform.
Saber CEO Matthew Karch said in a statement:
Battle Chasers: Nightwar launches for Switch on October 3
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THQ Nordic announced release dates for a trio of titles today, including the Switch-bound Battle Chasers: Nightwar. The game will be hitting Nintendo’s console on October 3.
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG inspired by console classics and based on the Battle Chasers comic book series. Expect “deep dungeon diving, turn-based combat presented in a classic JRPG format, and a rich story driven by exploration of the world.”
Source: THQ Nordic PR
Creator of Super Meat Boy and The Binding of Isaac confirms new game for Switch
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Edmund McMillen, the creator of Super Meat Boy and The Binding of Isaac, is gearing up to reveal his next game. Whatever it is, we can say that it will be on Switch. McMillen confirmed the news while speaking with a fan on Twitter today.
View a teaser for McMillen’s upcoming project below (warning: some strong language). A proper reveal is planned for next week.
Just a little tease from the trailer for secret game coming next week! Get ready!!! pic.twitter.com/wnNB2bxvRO
— Edmund McMillen (@edmundmcmillen) June 1, 2017
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— Edmund McMillen (@edmundmcmillen) June 1, 2017
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Tons of new ARMS footage – Grand Prix, online, more
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A whole bunch of footage has emerged from ARMS’ final build. Take a look at various videos below showing off different modes and features such as Grand Prix, online, and more.
Nintendo Download (6/1/17, North America) – Last Resort, Fire Emblem Echoes DLC, more
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This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Switch Download
ACA NeoGeo Last Resort – $7.99
Wii U Download
Coqui the Game – $5.99
Sphere Slice – $1.49
Swap Blocks – ?
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New round of Fire Emblem Warriors details
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More Fire Emblem Warriors details are in from the latest issue of Famitsu. Serenes Forest went to the trouble of translating the extra information, which primarily covers the new characters and story plus some additional tidbits.
Here’s a summary:
Runbow Pocket launches on June 20, 13AM Games working on new IP for Switch
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It’s been a long time coming, but Runbow Pocket has a release date – and it’s due out very soon. The game is heading to 3DS on June 20. In North America, Runbow Pocket will be sold at retail and digitally while in Europe it will be an eShop-only title.
Here’s a trailer:
As for why Runbow Pocket took so long, 13AM Games’ Alex Rushdy explained: