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NINTENDO DIRECT MINI: PARTNER SHOWCASE REVEALS NEW GAME DETAILS AND SURPRISE RELEASES

No More Heroes, No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, Control, Part Time UFO and a Free Demo for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity All Available Now! During the last Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase of the year, Nintendo provided information about a variety of games coming to the Nintendo Switch family of systems from development and publishing partners like SQUARE ENIX, Remedy Entertainment, Koei Tecmo Games and HAL Laboratory. Games featured in the video presentation include anticipated RPG sequel BRAVELY DEFAULT II; farming and lifestyle sim STORY OF SEASONS: Pioneers of Olive Town; Greek mythology-inspired action-adventure game Immortals Fenyx Rising; Nintendo Switch versions of HITMAN 3 and Control, which are both played via cloud-streaming technology; and over-the-top action game No More Heroes III. There was even the surprise reveal that the original No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, which originally released for the Wii system, are now available exclusively in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch. But that’s not all that’s coming to Nintendo Switch […]

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Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty

Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty now available on Nintendo Switch

Oddworld Inhabitants’ critically acclaimed action puzzle platformer Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty released today, October 27th on Nintendo Switch.  Fans can purchase the digital version of the game on the Nintendo eShop or the standard and limited editions at retail right now. About Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty serves up the freshest game ingredients such as organically grown and breathtakingly enhanced visuals and audio, grass-fed gameplay that is deeper and filled with piping hot delicious action, and a scrumptious story that if fans don’t eat up, the Glukkons may. The action begins with our hero Abe serving as a simple floor-waxer at RuptureFarms before stumbling into a meeting and overhearing his boss, Molluck the Glukkon, discuss future plans to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as a final effort to rescue Molluck’s failing meatpacking empire. Co-published by Microids, Nintendo players must help Abe on his epic journey as […]

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One Up the Greatest Showman on Earth and Become a True Circus Legend in The Amazing American Circus Game!

Klabater, a developer of Crossroads Inn, and Juggler Games – studio behind My Memory of Us, have announced their new collaborative production – The Amazing American Circus. The game is set to be released on PC, next-gen consoles, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch in 2021. The Amazing American Circus is a unique blend of a card game, tycoon, and an adventure game. Build a wandering circus, collect a strong deck of cards, gather a fantastic troupe of artists and performers, and travel across the 19th century United States!  Dare to challenge the legendary P.T. Barnum and make your enterprise the most incredible show of America! “At Klabater, we are fascinated by history. We develop and publish narrative-driven games that depict vital and thought-provoking moments in life. We are currently focusing on the turbulent times of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The Amazing American Circus marks a bold third chapter in our ambitious […]

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Little Nightmares II Reveals Online-Exclusive Stay Tuned Bundle with New Halloween Trailer

Things that go bump in the night Filling you with fright Where shadows stretch and creatures crawl Through every dark corridor and hall Devoid of the warmth of the sun A new glimpse into the horrors to come in 2021 BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. has announced that the macabre and mysterious Little Nightmares II will offer an online-exclusive “Stay Tuned” bundle, which includes a full set of goodies, including a figurine of both protagonists, along with a SteelBook case, book of game art, soundtrack, and set of stickers. The full bundle is available to pre-order now for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch versions of the game. Little Nightmares II will be available starting February 11, 2021 on current generation consoles and PC, and later in 2021 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X with a free upgrade for owners of the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One version. To […]

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Narco Tycoon

Narco Tycoon announced for PC and Nintendo Switch

The unusual strategy will debut in 2022! Narco Tycoon, a unique game that allows you to build a drug empire, will appear on the market in the first half of 2022. The creators of this economic strategy are promising an extensive system of production and distribution of various goods, a fight for market dominance, a research and development system, and many other features. As announced by the publisher, the game will hit PC and Nintendo Switch, but conversions to other consoles are also possible. The project is being developed by the independent, Poland-based Type The Name Studio, comprised of people with considerable experience in the industry, gained at such companies as TopWare Interactive, Teyon or Flying Wild Hog. Narco Tycoon will be published by Ultimate Games S.A. As emphasised by the developers, the game is still at an early stage of production, and the first trailer has been released for […]

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Crimzon Clover - World EXplosion

Crimzon Clover – World EXplosion Explodes onto Switch worldwide, with new upgrades!​​​​​​​

Fan favorite “bullet hell” shmup Crimzon Clover – World EXplosion comes to Switch with major overhauls, heralding even more chaos and making it portable, to boot! Degica Games was proud to announce that hit shoot-em-up PC title Crimzon Clover – World Ignition is about to see its fuse run down and get blown up into the newly rebalanced and upgraded Crimzon Clover – World EXplosion. What’s more, this updated edition of the Crimzon Clover experience is making its way to the Nintendo Switch platform for the first time! It will be available for digital download in the North American, Japanese, and PAL region Nintendo eShop on October 29th, with a Steam update sometime thereafter. If you’ve never experienced Crimzon Clover before, now’s your chance to see the formula at its most refined, with a whole new “ARRANGE” version that allows you to power-up your ship through stacking upgrades, shoot bullets right out of the sky, dodge revenge […]

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Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light

FIRE EMBLEM: SHADOW DRAGON & THE BLADE OF LIGHT ARRIVES IN THE U.S. FOR THE FIRST TIME ON DEC. 4

Experience the Legendary Classic That Kicked Off the Fire Emblem Series When It Launches on Nintendo Switch With New Features and Its First English Localization Every legend has a beginning. Every hero has a point of departure. For the past 30 years, the critically acclaimed Fire Emblem series has captured the attention of players with its strategic and tactical gameplay, intriguing stories and striking characters. Now, the original 8-bit game, Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light, which featured the heroic exploits of Prince Marth and launched a decades-spanning franchise, will be available in the U.S. for the first time. On Dec. 4, the Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon & the Blade of Light game launches for the Nintendo Switch family of systems, available to purchase for a limited time. You can watch a trailer for the game here. While North American players were first introduced to Marth as a fighter in the Super Smash Bros. series, the story of […]

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Nintendo Download, Oct. 22, 2020: From Snow to Sand, Explore Colorful Lands

Nintendo Download, Oct. 22, 2020: From Snow to Sand, Explore Colorful Lands

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 adds new games weekly to Nintendo eShop, which offers a variety of options for the Nintendo Switch console, the Wii U console and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Members also enjoy a curated library of NES and Super NES classic games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/online-service/. Nintendo eShop is a cash-based […]

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Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~

Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~ Coming to Nintendo Switch

Indulge in further frolics with your favorite Code: Realize characters in two game editions Aksys Games was pleased to announce that Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~, the third chapter in the beloved interactive fiction series, is coming to the Nintendo Switch™ in early 2021 in both Standard and Limited Editions. Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~ invites fans to join the poison-skinned heroine Cardia Beckford on further adventures with a team of famous (and famously handsome) figures from Western literature as they face new challenges, new friends and foes, and new opportunities for love. The Limited Edition of Code: Realize ~Wintertide Miracles~ will include a set of five 1.5” metal buttons featuring new holiday chibi artwork and a 3” acrylic keychain of Cardia in her winter costume. This keychain will be the third in the Code: Realize exclusive set of acrylic keychains. ~Wintertide Miracles~ takes fans deeper into the world of Code: Realize and its intriguing characters. […]

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Slide Stars

Make a Splash Together as Local Multiplayer is coming to Slide Stars

The Stars have literally aligned for some fun Slide Stars local multiplayer action! Get ready for a brand-new, colorful and insanely fun experience as we reveal the local multiplayer mode for Slide Stars! Play against a friend and slide towards the finish line as you overcome bizarre obstacles while performing crazy stunts. Players can dive into the first multiplayer gameplay trailer to discover how YouTube stars Brent Rivera and Dr. Mike jump and stunt on top of their inflatables to overcome all obstacles! Slide Stars will release worldwide on PlayStation®4, Xbox One®, and Nintendo Switch™, both digital and at retail on November 10. Pre-orders are now available. About Slide Stars Slide Stars is the first water racing platform adventure in which you can play with 20+ of the world’s biggest international social media stars. Players will be able to choose their favorite star, jump onto the ride of their choice, […]

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WHERE CARDS FALL THE “SLICE OF LIFE” PUZZLE GAME LANDS ON SWITCH & PC EARLY NEXT YEAR

Blaseball developer The Game Band and Snowman revealed today that Where Cards Fall will be dropping on Nintendo Switch, Steam and the Epic Games Store early next year. Where Cards Fall is a dreamlike, slice of life story where you build houses of cards to bring formative memories to life. “I made the first prototype for Where Cards Fall ten years ago in my college dorm room.” said Sam Rosenthal, Founder & Creative Director of The Game Band. “This game grew with me for the better part of the last decade, and I never imagined so many talented hands would help bring it to life. We couldn’t be more excited for Switch and PC players to experience our story for the very first time.” About Where Cards Fall Where Cards Fall is a slice of life story where you build houses of cards to bring formative memories to life. Create pathways through dreamlike spatial puzzles to […]

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Galacide

Gorgeous High-Speed SHMUP Puzzler Galacide Coming to Consoles

Independent game studio, Puny Human, recently announced that their genre-smashing SHMUP-Puzzler, Galacide, is making the leap from PC to console! Starting on October 23, gamers on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch will get their chance to take a journey through space to battle hoards of alien baddies and break through enemy lines. Here is the full press release: Galacide Takes the Speed and Intensity of a SHMUP and Adds in a Dash of Match Puzzling for a Thrilling Alien Adventure — Coming to Consoles October 23 Take Control of Four Distinct Ship Classes and Battle Through Hordes of Enemies While Solving Puzzles Across a Variety of Gorgeous Sci-Fi Locales Raleigh, NC (October 13, 2020) — Fun-loving independent game development studio, Puny Human, is thrilled to announce that their genre-mashing SHMUP-Puzzler Galacide releases on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on October 23! Currently enjoying a “positive” rating on Steam, Galacide takes the tight controls and speed of a SHMUP game […]

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Legends of Ethernal

Legends of Ethernal Gets Official Launch Date: October 30, 2020

The Adventure Game from Natsume and Lucid Dreams Studio is Coming to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC/MacOS In Legends of Ethernal, it is up to you to uncover the truth about your parents’ disappearance. Explore beautiful hand-crafted environments, solve challenging puzzles, and battle frightening creatures. Using the crafting power of ether, new powers and weapons will be unlocked to you, allowing you to explore more and more of the world of Arkanys!https://youtu.be/AuY_S1sE88Y%C2%A0 Legends of Ethernal features: Enjoy mechanics that unlock with weapons and items that you find. Solve puzzles and unleash your fighting tactics against boss battles in multiple dungeons. Gather ethers and use items during the course of your journey to help you progress through the game. Admire beautiful 2D hand-drawn art covering multiple environments, scaling up to a resolution of 4K on supported platforms. Experience a compelling and linear storyline with great characters. Listen to the […]

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Tennis World Tour 2

Tennis World Tour 2 is now available on Nintendo Switch

NACON and Big Ant Studios are pleased to announce that Tennis World Tour 2 is now available on Nintendo SwitchTM. The game is already available since the 24th of September on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC. Tennis World Tour 2 invites fans to play a realistic tennis game that faithfully transcribes the specific aspects of the sport and its competitive nature. Many of the game’s aspects have been completely redesigned, and having more animations has increased the game’s fluidity and realism. Tennis World Tour 2 will offer the most comprehensive tennis experience:    Highly anticipated new features: the ability to play doubles matches with up to 4 players locally and online, a competitive mode, an improved serve system and a new shot timing mechanic    More realistic: more animations create smoother gameplay    Multiple game modes: Career, Quick Match, Online, Tournament, Ranked Match and Tie Break Tens – there’s a format to suit every […]

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Nintendo Download, Oct. 15, 2020: Experience State-of-the-Kart Technology

Nintendo Download, Oct. 15, 2020: Experience State-of-the-Kart Technology

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 adds new games weekly to Nintendo eShop, which offers a variety of options for the Nintendo Switch console, the Wii U console and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. Nintendo Switch Online is a paid membership service that allows members to team up or face off online in compatible Nintendo Switch games, such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield. Members also enjoy a curated library of NES and Super NES classic games, including Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Metroid and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, among many others. To find out more about the benefits that come with Nintendo Switch Online, to view membership options and to learn about a free seven-day trial for new users, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/online-service/. Nintendo eShop is a cash-based […]

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2024 Launch Schedule
  • Another Code: Recollection Switch 1/19/2024
  • Mario vs. Donkey Kong Switch 2/16/2024
  • Princess Peach: Showtime! Switch 3/22/2024
  • Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD 2024
  • Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door 2024

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