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June 5, 2017

Pokemon Direct To Air Tomorrow

by Donald Theriault - 8:05 am EDT
Total comments: 9 Source: Nintendo

Son, shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.

Pokémon isn't waiting for E3 to bust out the major announcements.

A Pokémon Direct will air tomorrow at 10 am Eastern / 7 am Pacific / 1600 CEST. The video will be 8 minutes long, and promises "Pokémon news". Previous Pokémon Directs have included the announcements for Pokemon Sun and Moon as well as X and Y.

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June 2, 2017

Frito-Lay Launches Nintendo Switch Giveaway Switch

by Kimberly Keller - 4:05 pm EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Press Release

Feeling lucky?

Can't get your hands on the elusive new console? The next time you grab a bag of chips, you might get a new Nintendo Switch to go along with it. Starting today, specially marked Frito-Lay Variety Packs will contain an entry code to get a system and game.

The company promises a Switch will be given... Read more...

June 1, 2017

Details Announced For Nintendo Online Service

by Donald Theriault - 6:09 pm EDT
Total comments: 19 Source: Nintendo

They don't want the money... yet.

Nintendo has delivered details about their online service, including the US$ price and the time to jump in.

The "Nintendo Online Service" will cost $19.99 US a year ($3.99 for one month, $7.99 for 3), and its release originally tabbed for fall 2017 has now been pushed to 2018. A free version of... Read more...

Saber Interactive To Provide Free Game For Early NBA Playgrounds Adopters Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:37 pm EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Saber Interactive

The Big Apology is coming.

Saber Interactive is coming through with a benefit for early buyers of NBA Playgrounds who missed the online play - a free game.

Online play for the game was promised the week of launch, but was delayed due to work on other platforms. As an apology, anyone who purchases NBA Playgrounds before the... Read more...

Action RPG Indivisible Releasing On Switch In 2018 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:37 pm EDT
Total comments: 5 Source: Lab Zero

Some fine 2D art awaits.

The Switch continues to pick up indie darlings, as the latest announcement is for an action RPG with an impressive pedigree.

Indivisible was announced for a Switch release today, day and date with its release on other platforms. Developed by LabZero, who previously developed the fighting game Skullgirls... Read more...

Nintendo Downloads - June 1, 2017 3DSWiiUSwitch

by Donald Theriault - 1:36 pm EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Nintendo

The biggest release of the week? It's in Japan.

North America sees a light week on the downloads this week, with a couple of Switch titles on the horizon. Astro Duel Deluxe is already on your local eShop, and you'll want to check out independent editor Justin Nation's review of the game before dropping the $15 or $20 on it. It's a bit of a throwback.

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Steampunk Strategy Game Ironcast Announced Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:36 pm EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Ripstone

Taking it back to Victorian times.

PC strategy title Ironcast will be coming to the Switch this summer.

Previously announced for Xbox One and PS4, the title is set in an alternate version of 1880's England and involves saving the nation from invading forces using large mechs. Resources are generated randomly so each invasion requires its own strategy.

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Runbow Pocket Dated, Plans For Existing DLC Announced 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 1:36 pm EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: NintendoLife

Plus a new Switch title teased.

After several delays, Runbow Pocket finally has a locked down release date while 13AM Games prepares to move to their next project.

The New 3DS port of the 2015 Wii U eShop hit will release on June 20 for both North America and Europe. The digital version will be lower priced than the retail version... Read more...

Orchestral Pokemon Gold and Silver Album Receives Vinyl Set

by Kimberly Keller - 1:35 pm EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Kickstarter

Johto Legends promises to be an epic journey for fans.

Pokémon and classical music come together once again with the upcoming release of Johto Legends, a one-hour orchestral album celebrating Pokémon Gold and Silver. Composed and arranged by Braxton Burks, the project is already nearly fully funded on Kickstarter and pre-orders for a deluxe vinyl set are slated to start tomorrow, May 31, at 8am PST on iam8bit.com.

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Second Weekend Of ARMS Testpunch To Feature Hoops, Skillshot Modes Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:35 pm EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Twitter

For when you don't get drawn into a three-way dance.

The first weekend of the ARMS Testpunch was a volleyball show, so the second will change it up a bit.

On the Japanese ARMS Twitter account, it was announced recently that the June 2-4 session of the Testpunch will feature Hoops and Skillshot as play options in lieu of the Volleyball mode. Hoops involves using the ARMS to slam the opponent through a basketball hoop, while Skillshot is a competitive target-breaking mode.

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Second Kunio Game Announced For 3DS Release 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 1:35 pm EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Natsume

It might feel familiar to longtime fans.

One day after the announcement of a medieval brawler, Natsume and Arc System Works have announced another localization in the Kunio series.

Downtown Nekketsu Monogatari SP, a 2016 release in Japan, will be localized by Natsume this fall as River City: Rival Showdown. A remake of the original NES game, this new release adds a time limit with day/night tracking, countering and new advanced techniques.

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Sonic Mania Adds New Zone, Release Date Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:34 pm EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Sega

A date relevant to the interests of at least one staffer.

Sonic Mania will be running away with the end of the summer.

The retro-inspired platformer will launch for Switch and other platforms on August 15, for US$19.99/C$25.99. The date was originally spotted in a Steam trailer for a split-second before its official announcement.

A new trailer has also been released, which shows the Stardust Speedway Zone from Sonic CD as part of the list of zones in the game.

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New Details Announced For Fire Emblem Warriors Switch3DS

by Donald Theriault - 1:34 pm EDT
Total comments: 9 Source: Famitsu, Gematsu

Weapon triangle? Check. Character count? High. Sword excess? Not so much.

This week's edition of Famitsu has confirmed new details on the upcoming Switch/New 3DS crossover Fire Emblem Warriors.

Among the announcements are four playable characters: Marth (Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon), Chrom (Awakening), and two original characters named Shion and Lian. The game will feature... Read more...

July 2017 Thank You Giveaway! Site News

by Carmine Red - 12:02 am EDT

Get your splat on!

Last month we gave out a Princess Peach Carrera RC Mario Kart, but this month we have Splatoon themed prizes! Specifically, TWO Official Splatoon Splattershot Mini REAL Splat Guns are up for grabs! Ink included!

If you're backing us on Patreon (at any level) you're already automatically entered!... Read more...

May 30, 2017

Square Enix Announces Lost Sphear For Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:22 am EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: SquareEnix

The latest product of the Tokyo RPG Factory launches early next year.

The latest project from the Tokyo RPG Factory has been revealed and will be coming to Switch early in 2018.

Lost Sphear (pronounced like "sphere") is the follow-up to March's I Am Setsuna, and features a party led by a young boy named Kanata who are trying to restore portions of their world that mysteriously vanished. The battle system will allow for real-time character position adjustments.

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May 29, 2017

Natsume Returning To River City: Knights Of Justice Launches This Summer 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 8:08 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Natsume

It's all about bread and Afro Circuses.

After a rumble in Tokyo, the next River City title for 3DS will kick it old-school.

Natsume announced today that 2014 Japanese eShop title Nekketsu Maho Monogatari will come to the eShop in North America and Europe this summer as River City: Knights of Justice. The River City crew have been transported to ancient times and use traditional RPG weaponry (swords, staves, magic) to save the land of Riverlandia.

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May 26, 2017

New Monster Hunter XX Switch Details Released Switch3DS

by Donald Theriault - 8:32 pm EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Capcom

Save transfer will be happening for Japan, at least.

Following last night's announcement of Monster Hunter XX for Switch, Capcom has revealed the release date and more details about how the title will work with existing Monster Hunter games.

The game will release on August 25 in Japan for ¥5800 (before tax), with a Switch bundle including a special system and dock design releasing the same day for ¥36,280. It appears the bundle will include a physical copy of the game.

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May 25, 2017

Monster Hunter XX Announced For Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:29 pm EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Capcom

Capcom reconfirms their commitment to Switch with their biggest gun.

One of Japan's biggest franchises is making the jump to Japan's hottest dedicated gaming device.

Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter XX will be coming to the Nintendo Switch, though no release date has been given. The game has sold over 1.5m copies on 3DS to date according to Media Create, despite launching in Japan the week after the Switch did.

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Nintendo Downloads - May 25, 2017 3DSSwitchWiiU

by Donald Theriault - 6:08 am EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Nintendo

The only reunion is going to be my size ten and your buttocks.

All territories get to go to the fights this week, as Ultra Street Fighter II punches its way into various stores, so read Jared's review before you decide to dive in and pray that the online holds up. North America and Europe also have something that's designed for a single person to fight for 100+ hours as Disgaea 5 Complete has dropped, and I was lucky enough to review that as part of Tactical May.

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May 23, 2017

New Details About Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Confirmed for Switch Switch

by Neal Ronaghan - 12:14 pm EDT
Total comments: 32

Yes - Ubisoft is making a Mario RPG with their Rabbids and it's weird. Exclusive details and images within.

A more firm confirmation of the rumored Mario and Rabbids game has leaked out and we're able to confirm that, yes, Nintendo and Ubisoft are working on Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle on Switch and it is due out later this summer.

We received a few images from a source that are embedded in this article, detailing the pitch and concept of Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle.

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