Winter's Wish: Spirits of Edo

Aksys Games Summons a Card Set for Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo

Called a monster and banished from her village, Suzuno finds herself in the midst of a supernatural battle against evil Today, Aksys Games announced the special surprise for all first run copies of their upcoming game Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo. The game, which is set to launch for Nintendo Switch™ on May 18th, will include seven full-color character cards. Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo is a mystical otome title set in the historical Japan of the Kyoho era. It follows the story of a girl who was born with special powers that can predict disasters. She is eventually recruited to join the Oniwaban, a mysterious organization tasked with maintaining public order in the town of Edo. Players will be able to choose from one of three different Oniwaban divisions for the heroine to join and get to know her colleagues. Along with an emotional story and multiple endings, the […]

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NINTENDO BRINGS BIG TOURNAMENTS AND BIG FUN TO PAX EAST 2023

Splatoon 3 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe North American Finals Highlight Four Days of Competitive Activities for Fans Today Nintendo announced their plans to attend PAX East in Boston from March 23-26 with a variety of exciting activities. Among these activities include the NintendoVS Arcade, which will feature recent and classic games on the Nintendo Switch system. There will also be two tournaments, the Splatoon 3 North American Championship 2023 and the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Championship Cup 2023, featuring some of the best players in North America. “We are always finding ways to create a more consistent, fun and welcoming competitive environment for our players and fans,” said Bill Trinen, Vice President of Player & Product Experience at Nintendo of America. Attendees of PAX East will also be eligible to enter the final qualifier for the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Championship Cup tournament, which kicks off at 11am ET on March 26. […]

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Nintendo Download, March 16, 2023: Avalon Has a Taste for Lost Witches

Nintendo Download, March 16, 2023: Avalon Has a Taste for Lost Witches

In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems. Nintendo Download adds new games weekly to Nintendo eShop, which offers a variety of options for the Nintendo Switch family of systems, the Wii U console and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service that features a wide variety of content, including new and classic games, applications and demos. Users can add money to their account balances by using a credit card or purchasing a Nintendo eShop Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card. All funds from one card must be loaded in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch family of systems, Wii U or the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, but can be used in any Nintendo eShop if the systems are linked to a […]

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The Answer Is 42

Press Release – “The Answer is 42”

The simple answer to life, the universe, and everything. New release from Mens Sana Interactive combines logic puzzle and math. Mens Sana Interactive has announced the upcoming release of their game The Answer Is 42 on the Nintendo Switch™. The game combines elements of logic puzzle and math in an outer space theme. Players are tasked with connecting pieces on a board with numbers that sum up to 42 each. The title is an homage to Douglas Adams’ “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy”, in which a computer is created to answer the ultimate question to life, the Universe and everything, and provides “42” as the answer. The Answer Is 42 features calming visuals and an original soundtrack to ensure a relaxing environment while the player uses their logic and math skills to complete its 100 levels of increasing difficulty. Some of the levels even reveal special pictures upon completion. […]

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Agarest: Generations of War

Ghostlight to bring Agarest: Generations of War to Nintendo Switch

Today, Ghostlight announced that they will be bringing the Steam-chart-topping SRPG Agarest: Generations of War to the Nintendo Switch in the EU and Australia. This updated version of the game includes all DLC, as well as visual enhancements such as upscaled 2D art and full HD movies. The title will be available in Europe and Australia on the 24th of March, and will be priced at £35.99. Agarest: Generations of War features a Soul Breed system, allowing players to choose a bride at the end of their adventure and give birth to the hero of the next generation. Combat in the game includes Collaborative Attacks, allowing players to string together massive combo attacks using multiple party members. Additionally, an Affection Rating system allows players to track their relationships with the game’s lovely ladies. Ghostlight have been bringing the best in Japanese gaming to the PAL region for over 15 years, […]

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Chaotically Consume All in Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot in 2023

Newest installment in the Despotism 3K, Despot’s Game: Dystopian Battle Simulator universe Konfa Games and tinyBuild have announced that Slime 3K: Rise Against Despot, the rogue-lite battler starring a sentient slime monster, will be released on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5|4, and PC via Steam later in 2023. The Slime 3K: Rise Against Despotgame follows the story of evil artificial intelligence d’Spot, who attempted to mass produce artificial pink humans, only for their formula to accidentally mutate and become self-aware. Players take control of the now-intelligent slime jelly as it sets off on an indiscriminate warpath, battling previously led bare-bottom soldiers and d’Spot’s original cast of cyborgs, demons, and other unholy abominations. Players must navigate a post-apocalyptic labyrinth, collecting interactive objects like sewer grates for quick movement, anomaly traps to prepare humans for consumption, and Tesla amplifiers granting electric abilities. Content can be unlocked between […]

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XSEED Games Announces Touhou: New World, Coming to North America Summer 2023

Action-RPG Combat with a Bullet Hell Twist Combines with Magical Mysteries for an Unforgettable Adventure!

Today, XSEED Games, the independent-minded publishing brand of Marvelous USA, Inc., announced that they will be publishing Touhou: New World in North America and Europe digitally on Nintendo Switch and Windows PC worldwide via Steam in summer 2023. The PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 versions of the title will also launch at a later date.

Vew the announcement trailer for Touhou: New World.

Developed by Ankake Spa, Touhou: New World is the latest entry in the ever-evolving “Touhou Project” universe. The game returns players to Gensokyo, a supernatural world that both humans and the spirits known as youkai call home.

The mystical barrier protecting Gensokyo is breached by an outsider harboring an obsession with the supernatural realm, bringing chaos to both Gensokyo and the world beyond. It’s up to shrine maiden Reimu and her magician friend Marisa to uncover the true source of the chaos and restore peace to both worlds.

The game features several key elements, including Shrine Maiden Skills and Magician Moves, Get to Know Gensokyo, Customizable Action, and Don’t Forget to Accessorize. Players will be able to level up their skills, upgrade essential stats, and mix and match equipment to make the most of them.

Touhou: New World will launch in summer 2023 for Nintendo Switch, Windows PC worldwide via Steam, and PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 at a later date. More information on digital availability will be revealed at a later date.

Kung Fury: Street Rage – Ultimate Edition

Beat-em Up with Kung Fury: Street Rage – Ultimate Edition

Limited Run Games Physical Pre-Order Begins March 17 & Digital Editions Available NOW!!!!! Get ready to rumble as Hello There Games and The MIX team have announced the release of their side-scrolling beat ’em up game Kung Fury: Street Rage – Ultimate Edition. Originally based on the cult hit Kung Fury film by Laser Unicorn, the game lets players control five characters including Kung Fury, Hackerman, and the one and only David Hasselhoff and dish out knuckle sandwiches on Nazi fools. The Kung Fury: Street Rage – Ultimate Edition comes with two modes of play – a classic wave-based story mode and an endless mode. Also included are The Arcade Strikes Back and A Day at the Beach expansions, which introduce a brand new beat ‘em up adventure featuring a 2-player co-op mode with all-new levels and boss battles. Collectors who want to get their hands on physical region-free Nintendo […]

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A Quaint 1950s Summer Vacation Visits Vampires in Varney Lake on April 28, 2023

The next installment of the Pixel Pulps Anthology Varney Lake expands beyond the world of Mothmen 1966 Mysteries and monsters will collide this Friday, April 28, 2023 as LCB Game Studio and publisher Chorus Worldwide release the second installment of their Pixel Pulps anthology, Varney Lake, on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Varney Lake follows its predecessor Mothmen 1966 and follows the story of paranormal investigator Lou Hill as he attempts to solve a 30-year-old mystery. Players take on the role of Lou Hill and help him retrace the steps of three kids’ summer vacation from decades ago. Through choice-based gameplay, gamers must solve accessible, brain-tickling puzzles while learning more about the paranormal investigator himself in a dual-timeline story inspired by books with choices and branching narratives from the past. “We love how differently Varney Lake approaches horror compared to Mothmen 1966,” […]

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Pupperazzi

PUPPERAZZI ARRIVES ON SWITCH ON APRIL 6

LOVEABLE AND STYLISH DOGS ARE COMING TO YOUR SWITCH! Get ready to take your photography career to the next level with Pupperazzi, releasing April 6th on Nintendo Switch. Love dogs? Get ready to pursue a career in dog photography with Pupperazzi! Kitfox Games and developer Sundae Month are thrilled to announce that the dog photography game will be available on Nintendo Switch on April 6th for $19.99 USD, with an additional 10% launch discount. Players can already experience Pupperazzi on Xbox and PC, released on January 20th, 2022. Pupperazzi challenges players to photograph and catalogue the finest (and derpiest) dogs for their career, upgrade their camera, and discover new canines. It can be completed in 3 to 4 hours, and offers plenty of activities as you run, jump, and interact with the world. You’ll be able to play fetch, dress the dogs up in different hats, and even start dance […]

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