Update (Tue 26th May, 2020 01:30 BST): As suspected, Limited Run Games will be releasing physical versions of Blaster Master Zero and Blaster Master Zero 2 on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Pre-orders will open for four weeks starting on 29th May.
There'll be the option of a standard edition or classic edition ($54.99) for each game, or a collector's edition ($129.99) containing both titles. Whatever you decide to get, all of the DLC will be included on the cart.
The classic edition of Blaster Master Zero comes with a reversible poster, original game soundtrack, and a retro cartridge-sleeve to fit your game case. The classic edition of Blaster Master Zero 2 is much the same - including a reversible poster, original game soundtrack, and a retro cartridge-sleeve to fit your game case.
The "huge" collector's edition contains a certificate of authenticity, SOPHIA III and Gaia-SOPHIA metal tanks, the original soundtracks, reversible posters, commemorative non-functioning NES cartridges and more. Take a look below:
And last of all is a standalone soundtrack, which comes with an autographed poster by Ippo Yamada. This will be made available on 29th May for $37.99. For additional info, check out the LRG Twitter page.
Original Story (Sat 23rd May, 2020 10:30 BST): One classic game that's made a comeback during the Switch generation is Blaster Master, thanks to the release of Blaster Master Zero and Blaster Master Zero 2. We loved both entries in our reviews, and while we'd often tell you to go and play them right away if you haven't already, in this case we're going to advise you hold off just a little longer.
You see, the physical specialist Limited Run Games recently took to Twitter to tease some sort of Blaster Master announcement for next Monday. Take a look below:
The artwork appears to be based on the Zero entries, so we're guessing it'll be some sort of physical release tied to either one or both of these games. A lot of fans are also requesting a double pack as well. Whatever the announcement is, we just hope it involves the Nintendo Switch.
What do you think LRG is teasing? Have you bought any of its physical releases before? Share your thoughts down below.
[source gonintendo.com]
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I already own both digitally but would be interested in a double pack. Never purchased from Limited Run Games though, are they reliable?
No, I'm sorry. Waaay too late.
Probably both versions as physical releases.
I've held off on playing Zero 2 exactly for this reason, I want that physical double pack! All DLC included too I hope.
Well seeing as they revealed a physical version at E3 two years ago, that's what it is. They were waiting for the second one to release so that they could do a package.
No thanks on a package.
Both games have been on my wishlist forever, waiting for a rainy day. I’m a frequent LRG customer (their service has always been fine for me here in the States) and would insta-buy a physical release double pack including all the DLC!
About time we got some news on this, we had to wait long enough for Clannad details but this, damn, NL had an article last year about LR acquisition!
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/06/limited_run_announces_multiple_physical_game_releases_for_nintendo_switch
Presume it's gonna be both games now (hopefully).
@wazlon Slow as sin when it comes to manufacturing and shipping the games (especially now), but the quality of their releases is excellent, and you'll (eventually) receive your product. They won't rip you off.
@wazlon
I'm in the UK and I've bought a few games so far from LRG (Dust, Celeste & River City Girls, and I also have SoR4 pre-ordered; I also intend to pre-order Shantae and the Seven Sirens) and have had no problems thus far. In fact, my first game from them, Dust, never arrived at my address once tracking confirmed it to be in the UK. LRG were amazing with their customer service and shipped out a replacement copy without hesitation hence why I've continued to buy from them. Therefore, from my own experience as an overseas buyer I can highly recommend LRG.
I JUST bought these games this week, and I tried looking for a physical copy first. I feel like a damn fool...
@Tipehtfomottob @Ralizah Thank you both, that's very helpful 😀
I don't mind waiting so it's good news for me.
@T7Hokage017 Probably because Blaster Master Zero 1 & 2 were developed by Inti Creates, the same company responsible for the Mega Man Zero series.
OK FINALLY!!! I’ve been waiting for this for what? It feels like a year now with no update since the initial announcement. This will be my first Limited Run purchase. I’ve said that before but I really mean it this time. This is my favorite series ever (next to Metroid.)
Thanks for the update, NL!
Will take forever for these games to come out, you best just wait until Best Buy got some copies. It's not like any one is buying these games in drove anyways.
@wazlon I've always been happy with them. They have good customer service and I've always received my games (eventually).
Some people complain that they don't like how you have to wait a long time to receive your games. I mean, I admit there have been some games that took almost a year for me to receive.
The one thing to keep in mind, is that the shipping is expensive if you live outside the US. I'm in Canada (but close to the border), so I usually order my games for delivery to the US. However, with the recent pandemic, I've had to ship to Canada and it's a big Oooof, when I see a $15 shipping charge.
Love the OG Blaster Master and loved Zero. Downloaded Zero 2 from my cousin's account she's ago but have yet to get around to it.
i've been waiting awhile for a physical edition for the sequel but im excited that it seems it'll contain both
Hopefully good news. If its not both games on one cart it's a straight ripoff imo.
@wazlon Absolutely, although it takes a few months after pre-ordering to receive the game. Sometimes a bit longer.
These Limited Run physical releases are kinda nice in theory but they are rarely worth it to me. The recent realMyst release is proof of that. $35 +shipping and tax for the physical edition, only $16 for the digital version.
I'm done with limited physical releases of games that are so much cheaper digitally. The fact that they're usually available on every current system and computers as well makes the preservation aspect a moot point.
I'd be much more excited if Inticreates announced a third game in the series instead.
@Wavey84 Exactly. The only games I still buy physically are Nintendo's first-party offerings, as Nintendo have proven time and time again that they're really bad at keeping their legacy titles available for purchase. They close down the eShops and because of their unique system controllers etc, backwards compatibility doesn't stretch further than say a generation back tops. Those are games that risk getting lost, if you're not ready to pony up the cash for second hand or go the emulation route.
FINALLY? What’s it been like a year since it was actually announced!?
Ufff Finally, some news. I have waited too much since they confirmed a physical edition was on the way. Im struggling with cuphead for the very same reason.
@Dijita Thank you for the insights. Are you usually able to bring the games across the border without difficulty?
Maybe this will be a four pack. The original, the two new games, and surprise Blaster Master 3!
Hopefully a Blaster Master 3 is in the works...
@Moroboshi876 keep your negativity to yourself.
Plenty of folk love these games and would be pleased for future sequels.
Stop robbing people of their fun, it’s a loathsome practice and frankly pathetic not to mention beyond asinine.
@NoNoseNosferatu I can be upset if they release the games physically all these years after the success of the digital versions. I can express the unfair situation this is for early adopters every time this happens. I wasn't insulting anyone. You did.
@COVIDberry No problems at all. It's why a lot of Canadians who live close to the border, have a mailbox in the US. It's strange. If I order something online and have it mailed to me, I'm almost guaranteed to pay duties/customs. However, if I buy something in the US and drive across the border, I rarely have to pay. And yes, I always declare my goods. I think I've only had to pay duty on tires for the truck.
@Dijita Much appreciated. I have been hoping for retail releases of Celeste and Undertale in this country, but... you know... they probably won't arrive.
I would love for Limited Run Games to do a physical copy of The Mummy Demastered.
Unless it's both games in a single pack, I'll skip it.
Mind you, it could also be for a vinyl release of the OST - BraveWave confirmed one is coming soon and LR are the US distributors of most BraveWave releases.
I am for certain going for the huge collectors edition. I need, yes NEED, those Sophias for my desk at work.
This being my favorite game series, having bought every iteration except the one for Master System, I think I deserve this. I’m a huge fan = huge collectors edition.
This news made my day today and it was a looooong time comin’.
What's the excuse for them being two separate game carts? This isn't a case like Outlast and Outlast 2 where each title was around 6 or 9 gigabytes.
Blaster Master Zero and Zero 2 together are around 0.5 GB.
What a rip. No reason this can't be a double pack.
Ugh I’m crushed that they decided to release Zero and Zero 2 separately! I feel they really missed the boat this time. I would’ve bought a standard edition double pack of the games in a heartbeat, but I may just avoid them altogether now. I don’t need the plastic foo-foo of the collectors edition and can’t justify spending $80-90 dollars to get these games separately in this day and age.
Guess I’ll just wait for an eshop sale and “rent” them there...
What a major bummer. 👎🏼
the decision to release them separately is even weirder considering the azure striker gunvolt double pack, also an inti creates production
there seems to be no real reason besides profit to do this
Both games on same cartridge for $60 seems "reasonable"
Not this though
thats a really solid collector's edition, and the classic artwork looks REALLY good
This will be an insta-buy for me, I’ve been waiting ages for these, the games are two of my absolute favourites on the Switch.
I’m really pleased they’ve gone for separate releases too as I’m sure there will be a Zero 3 one day and it will be nice to have the trilogy on the shelf rather than a two-in-one and a separate one only for the third.
I love the games, but come on?! Separate releases at $35 each?! That's a terrible decision...
I love the CE, don't get me wrong (though I'd have preferred an artbook instead of the NES carts, even though I love their cover art) and the CDs should've definitely been in jewelcases instead of cardboard sleeves...
Much as I love these two games, I believe this will be a skip from me. I'll just get the vinyl boxset whenever BigWax release it in Europe.
@T7Hokage017 you are not sure why?... its pretty clear
Just the standard issues for me. Can understand the frustration ofbthe lack of a double pack, although I kinda like them each with their own case, artwork, back box blurbs, etc. Like each has its own identity. Also they cater a lot towards collectors who like this sort of thing cos thats where the money is. Still the option would have been nice.
Although I feel their collectors editions have been dropping in quality. CDs in slip cases, no art books, fake cartridges, posters; feels kinda slapdash compared to others. Models are nice though.
Why do the PS4 slip cases always look authentic in regards to the switch ones???? So annoying.
Shouldn't the Blaster Master Zero 2 Classic Edition pic be of the Switch version rather than PS4?
@Mach_Rider $35? Isn't it $54.99?
@NoNoseNosferatu why do you go around being rude and insulting. You are a horrible person who just tries to be rude an insulting to others fyou loser.
You are the vindictive, lonely troll here. Lol
I FEEL SORRY FOR YOU!
@Moroboshi876 ignore this guy @NoNoseNosferatu he just goes around being rude calling people troll or vindictive.
@wazlon they have frankly awful customer service.
A Huge cash grab for the CE....that one expensive package...
@Steel76 it's just dumb that the pS4 version mimics the original NES box and the switch one doesn't???
Blaster Master Zero is inferior to the original NES game for one huge reason: it speeds up the music to an inordinate degree. Imagine listening to your favorite song at double speed. I don't know what the developers were smoking when they made that decision, but it was definitely mind-altering. The sequel is great, though.
@TophatDragoneye not at all. Blaster master zeronis a remake of the one on nes and very little is different about it except the added characters.
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