Nintendo Switch News
November2023
News Cult Of The Lamb Announces Sins Of The Flesh, Its "Next Free Major Content Update"
"Coming very early next year"
Indie hit Cult of the Lamb has announced its next "free major content update". It's called Sins of the Flesh and will be arriving early next year. There's no specific release date for each platform just yet, but apparently, this update will be "packed" with new features, stories and more. Here's the first artwork for...
News Nintendo Updates Switch Online's N64 Release Schedule
Multiple titles are still scheduled for 2023
Earlier this week, Nintendo announced Jet Force Gemini would be coming to the Switch Online + Expansion Pack service this December. In Japan, Star Twins (Jet Force Gemini) will be released alongside GoldenEye 007 on 29th November. If it's got you wondering what's next for the Expansion Pack's N64...
News Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy Is Seemingly Going Physical In North America Too
New listing suggests physical is not import-only
Earlier this year, we were excited to hear that even more courtroom drama would be heading our way in 2024 with Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy. A physical was later announced for Japan and while a multi-language version would be available to import, it looked like the collection would be...
Nintendo Download 23rd November (North America)
ASMR Slicing! Evil Diary! Gothic II!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - New Releases: Alina of the Arena (DANGEN...
News Kamiya To Take His Bayonetta Vision 'To The Grave', Thinks Franchise Will Still Continue
"It's a shame"
Given that legendary developer Hideki Kamiya had such a prominent role in the creation and continuation of the Bayonetta franchise, many had understandably pondered what might become of our favourite Umbra Witch following Kamiya's departure from PlatinumGames earlier this year. In his latest YouTube video, Kamiya addresses the topic...
Japanese Charts Super Mario Bros. Wonder Passes 1 Million Physical Sales
Wonderful!
The latest Japanese charts are in and there are several newcomers to take note of this week, but first, Super Mario Bros. Wonder has officially passed 1 million in physical sales. Wahoo! It marks another significant milestone for a game that is seemingly showing no signs of slowing down. With that said, it misses the top spot this week,...
Guide Best Food In Nintendo Switch Games
So mushroom in our hearts (not our stomachs)
We originally published this list ahead of the release of Pikmin 4, but we're updating and republishing it this November to celebrate Thanksgiving in North America. Whatever you plan on doing on your day off, perhaps we can inspire your video game-themed food for the day... Food, glorious food~ Pikmin...
Review The Walking Dead: Destinies (Switch) - One Of The Worst Games Of The Year
Integrity Gone Bye
There’s a moment during a particularly grueling fourth-season episode of The Walking Dead in which our protagonist, Rick Grimes, is appealing to the humanity of a man holding a samurai sword against a kind, gentle farmer’s throat. Getting more desperate by the second, he says “We can still come back, we’re not too far...
News Blogs On GTA 3, Vice City Development Removed After Rockstar North Complains
"Something about ruining the Rockstar mystique"
An ex-Rockstar North employee has removed several blogs detailing the development of games such as Grand Theft Auto III, Vice City, and the cancelled spy game Agent after the studio itself submitted a written complaint via email (thanks, Time Extension). In a series of posts dubbed
News Super Mario RPG's Useless Cheat Code Is Included In The Switch Remake
Code was previously a Japan exclusive
We weren't messing around when we called Super Mario RPG on Switch "one of the most faithful HD adaptations we’ve ever played" in our 9/10 review. Everything that made the original game so weird is right here almost 30 years on, including the sections that give us nothing more than a good laugh. One such...
News Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom Ganondorf Statue Unveiled In Japan
Down, boy
During Nintendo Live 2022, a life-size statue of Link from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was unveiled for photo opportunities, and now it looks like Ganondorf has received the same treatment. As revealed in a post from the official Zelda X (formerly Twitter) account, fans can now visit the city of Fukuoka in Japan and take...
News Fortnite's New 'Big Bang' Event Features A Crossover With Eminem
Will the real Slim Shady please stand up?
Fortnite has reportedly had a resurgence thanks to its community-created content but it's also been in the headlines for certain other announcements, like the controversial age ratings update which restricts cosmetics. Now, to add to all of this, it's announced a new live "Big Bang" event featuring a...
News Charles Martinet Will Make A Special Guest Appearance At Nintendo Live 2024
Mario's former voice actor is now an ambassador
Earlier this year, Nintendo announced Charles Martinet would no longer be the voice of Mario, but would stay on as a Mario ambassador. Martinet even admitted at the time he wasn't even sure what it exactly this meant. With this mind, Nintendo has now shared an update about the events to feature at...
News A New Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Distribution Event Has Been Announced
Get your motor running with a free Revavroom
Pokemon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet have just kicked off the latest mystery gift distribution event and this time trainers can add a Revavroom to their party. This particular one comes with 'Peeved Mark', which gives the Pokemon the title of "Revavroom the Grumpy". Here's a bit more about Revavroom and...
News My Nintendo Store Adds New Pikmin Wrapping Paper Reward (Australia)
"Perfect for wrapping Nintendo Switch games"
If you haven't got wrapping paper for Christmas just yet and happen to be located in Australia, don't worry - Nintendo has got your covered! On the local My Nintendo Store, it's been revealed the latest item is a Pikmin themed "Holiday Wrapping Paper Set". This item comes with 2 sheets of folded gloss...
News New 'South Park: Snow Day!' Gameplay Trailer Is All About Co-Op, Combat And Cartman
Battle starts next year
Initially showcased in the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase 2023 presentation, we have today got a better look at the upcoming 3D battler South Park: Snow Day! which is set to be thrown onto Switch in 2024. We didn't get all that much about the game from the initial reveal (apart from a sense of dread at seeing another 3D South...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Super Mario RPG?
The Next Geno-ration
Last week, 16-bit classic Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars returned to a Nintendo console in glorious form in a Switch remake that ditched the subtitle and added a shiny coat of paint and a few mod-cons in a sensitive update that overhauls the original for a modern audience while preserving the essence of its...
News Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed Lands Crossplay In New Switch Update, Here Are The Patch Notes
Who you gonna call?
It has only been a few weeks since the 4v1 co-op title Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed slimed its way onto Switch and now developer Illfonic has brought a brand-new update our way, one that makes it even easier to team up with your pals. Yes, ver. 1.7.1 introduces crossplay to the Switch version of the game, so your...
News Nintendo Offering Limited Time Gold Point Bonus With Switch Online Memberships (North America)
Valid for purchases and renewals
Nintendo is currently running a special Switch Online promotion in the US and Canada, where if you purchase or renew a 12-month subscription, you can earn some gold points. From now until 6th December 2023, if you buy or renew a 12-month Switch Online / Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership via the Nintendo...
News Nintendo Aware Of Super Mario RPG "Paratroopa" Bug Preventing Progress
A patch will be released in December
Following the Switch release of Super Mario RPG last week, Nintendo has issued an update on its customer support page, revealing a bug has been found which may halt progress. The plan is to release a software patch next month to resolve this issue. For now, here are the details about this bug, along with the...
News Switch Online Is Expanding The N64 Library With Rare's Jet Force Gemini
Coming this December
Update: Nintendo of America has now confirmed the game will be coming to the Switch Online service locally this December. Original: Well, here's some surprising news! Nintendo has revealed the Switch Online + Expansion Service will be adding the Nintendo 64 title Jet Force Gemini. Unfortunately, there's no mention of a...
News Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary Poll Asks Fans To Vote For Their Favourite Monster
"All 229 Monster Hunter series monsters, big and small"
Capcom's insanely popular series Monster Hunter is fast approaching its 20th anniversary and to celebrate it wants to work out what the "top monster" is in the history of the entire series. In order to do this, it's running a special 20th anniversary poll where fans of the series can vote on...
News Pokémon's COO Wants To Keep Franchise Going For "Hundreds Of Years"
"I spend all day every day thinking about Pokémon"
The Pokémon franchise has remained immensely popular since its inception in the mid to late '90s, but according to The Pokémon Company's COO Takato Utsunomiya, the overall goal is to have it endure for centuries. In an interview with The Guardian, Utsunomiya states that he spends "all day every...
Review Bluey: The Videogame (Switch) - Captures The Look, But Not The Family Magic
Oh biscuits!
Given Bluey’s meteoric rise since the show's television debut in 2018, it seemed inevitable that a video game adaptation would eventually make its way into the hands of eager fans worldwide. Thanks to developer Artax Games and publisher Outright, that adaptation is now here, with Bluey: The Videogame letting you directly control each...
Talking Point Does Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Need A Full Remake?
Names mean almost everything
November 21st, 2023 marks the 25th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time's Japanese launch. To mark this historic Hyrulean occasion, we'll be running articles throughout the week dedicated to the game, our memories, and its legacy. Today, Gavin ponders the pros and cons of remaking The Citizen Kane of...
News Nintendo Switch Online's Next Free Game Trial Lays Down Roots Tomorrow (Europe)
Find Fae Farm for free
Nintendo has revealed its next free game trial for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers in Europe: Fae Farm. It will be ripe and ready for picking tomorrow from 22nd-28th November. We had a great time with this one when it bloomed onto consoles earlier this year, finding particular enjoyment in the gorgeous visuals, lengthy...
News Borderlands 3 Switch Update Out Now, Includes Performance Optimisations & Much More
Here's what's included
If there weren't enough updates going live today, we've now also got one for Borderlands 3: Ultimate Edition, which finally made its debut on the Switch last month. Early tests suggest it's made some significant improvements. According to the team, the performance in the game has been further optimised and there are even some...
News Hori Unveils New Dragon Quest Slime-Themed Switch Controllers
Just in time for Dragon Quest Monsters
Ahead of the release of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince next month, Japanese accessory maker Hori has announced a new range of Dragon Quest themed Switch products. This new range includes two new Split Pad Compact controllers covered in Dragon Quest's famous Slime monster. There's a traditional blue...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Has Been Updated To Version 1.0.1, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it today
Nintendo has today rolled out a new update for Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the Switch. This is the first update since the game's release, bumping the title up to Version 1.0.1. There's not all that much there, but what Nintendo has done is made some adjustments to heart points, the staff credits and provided some "general updates"...
News Nintendo Releases Update For Switch (Version 17.0.0), Here Are The Details
Another "rebootless" update has arrived
Following a firmware update for the Switch last month, bumping the system up to Version 17.0.0, Nintendo has now released another "rebootless" update. As explained by the dataminer and social media user 'OatmealDome', these updates do not actually require users to restart the console or download anything. As...
News Sifu's Final Content Update Has Finally Been Released On Switch
There's also a half-price sale to celebrate
Update [Tue 21st Nov, 2023 00:15 GMT]: After launching on other platforms back in September, Sifu's final content update has now gone live on the Nintendo Switch. Players can look forward to new arenas, challenges and a whole new set of cheats and modifiers. Sifu is available for 50% off on the eShop...
News Nintendo Of America Announces Cyber Deals eShop Sale, Up To 80% Off
Mario Odyssey! Bayonetta 3! Fire Emblem Engage!
And just like clockwork, North America has followed Europe with its eShop discounts today with the Cyber Deals sale. Kicking off today, from 20th November until 3rd December 11:59pm PT, you can save up to 50% off of some huge Nintendo titles as well as some third-party hits. Similarly, we at Nintendo...
UK Charts Super Mario RPG Can't Jump To The Top Five In Its Debut Week On Switch
Elsewhere, Bluey performs well on Switch
The latest UK physical charts are in and the top ten is much less of a Nintendo-fest than we are used to seeing, with even the Big N's newest releases failing to make the podium. It is Hogwarts Legacy that sits in pole position this time, with the newly-released Switch port making up 70% of the total sold in...
Video What's Going On At Playtonic, The Studio Behind Yooka-Laylee?
A Rare find
It was almost 10 years ago that a group of former Rare developers got together and established Playtonic Games. This was a team consisting of many of the minds behind Banjo-Kazooie, Donkey Kong Country, and other such classics, so when their first title, Yooka-Laylee was released in 2017, we were relieved to see that level of creativity...
News TEVI's Metroidvania And Bullet-Hell Gameplay Is Looking Very Promising
Launching later this month
Publisher Neverland Entertainment and developer CreSpirit have announced that they will be launching TEVI on the Nintendo Switch at the end of the month on November 30th, 2023. Combining metroidvania and bullet-hell mechanics, the game utilises cute chibi-style anime visuals alongside extensive Japanese voiceover and an...
News Team Handshake Grabs A Win In Splatoon 3's Greeting-Themed Splatfest
But it was a close one!
Update #3 [Mon 20th Nov, 2023 11:00 GMT]: After a weekend of tough competition, a new team has been crowned Splatoon 3 Splatfest champion, with Team Handshake taking home the gold this time. The battle of 'What's your go-to greeting?' was a tightly fought contest, and Team Handshake only just managed to walk away with the...
News Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Next 7-Star Tera Raid Battle Event Announced For This Weekend
Splish splash
Coming off the back of last weekend's Eevee event, The Pokémon Company has wasted no time letting us know which 'mon will be starring in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet's next 7-Star Tera Raid Battles, which kick off later this week (thanks, @SerebiiNet). Running first from 24th-26th November before repeating the following weekend on 1st
News 'Felix The Cat' Konami Collection Surfaces On The ESRB
Another blast from the past appears to be returning
The classic cartoon character Felix the Cat is seemingly making a video game comeback, according to a new rating that's popped up on the ESRB. The Felix the Cat game for Switch and multiple other platforms is described as a "collection of action platformers" where players navigate Felix through...
News Minecraft Unveils Trial Chambers And New Mischievous Mob
Coming in the Version 1.21 update
Following Minecraft Live last month, Mojang has now shown off the new "Trial Chambers" as well as the new hostile mob known as "The Breeze". The Trial Chambers are a new procedurally generated structure, crafting different challenges each time you enter. Each room contains something helpful or hostile. Trial...
Reminder The King Of Fighters XIII: Global Match Is Now Available On Switch
Featuring "overhauled online functionality"
It's another week of game releases and in case you missed it, SNK has also launched The King of Fighters XIII on Switch. This title was first revealed in April, with the announcement it would include a "rollback netcode overhaul" to improve online functionality. SNK also previously confirmed a physical,...
News Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Drops Out Of US "Top 20" Games Chart For First Time
Its 78 month streak is over
Just weeks after the release of the final wave of DLC for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the game has now fallen out of the US "top 20 best-selling games" chart for the first time ever. As highlighted by GamesIndustry.biz, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has been in Circana's (formerly The NPD Group) top sales for every month since its...
News The New Sims Game Is Using Animal Crossing's Multiplayer As A Source Of Inspiration
"It is such a good example"
Animal Crossing: New Horizons took the social simulation to new heights when it launched exclusively on the Switch in 2020, and it's apparently become a source of inspiration for the team at Maxis, who is currently working on the next entry in The Sims series (codenamed "Project Rene"). Speaking on a
Talking Point What Are You Playing This Weekend? (November 18th)
We detect... lots of games
Well folks, it's the weekend once again, so it's time to kick back, relax, and enjoy some games. As per the norm, however, let's just take a look back on what's been going on this week, shall we? First up, Nintendo has launched its much-anticipated Black Friday sale in Europe, and we've highlighted a whole bunch of games...
Random Valve's Gabe Newell On Game Delays: "Late Is Just For A Little While, Suck Is Forever"
That sounds familiar...
In Valve's new documentary celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Half-Life series, the company's co-founder Gabe Newell has shared his own thoughts about the differences between a delayed game and a rushed release. He summed it up as "late is just for a little while, suck is forever" when touching on the challenges Valve...
News Fortnite Announces Age Ratings Update, Restricts Cosmetics
Epic says it will enable most of the outfits "next year"
Epic's popular battle royale Fortnite has just received an "age ratings" update, but it's not gone down so well with the community. This update means islands will now display an age and content rating to help guardians and players "make informed play decisions". As highlighted by Eurogamer,...
News Splatoon 3 'Chill Season 2023' Update Revealed, Launches December 1st
Update: More details revealed
Update [Sat 18th Nov, 2023 02:05 GMT]: Nintendo's dedicated Splatoon account has now shared a bit more information about this upcoming season. Here's what's been revealed so far: Original [Thu 16th Nov, 2023 02:45 GMT]: Earlier on, Nintendo announced "Chill Season 2023" for
News Aspyr Claims The Star Wars: KOTOR 2 DLC Was Cancelled Due To A 'Third Party'
Developer is looking to have a lawsuit dismissed
Earlier this year, it was reported that disgruntled fans had filed a class action lawsuit against developer Aspyr after the latter announced it would be cancelling the 'Restored Content' DLC for STAR WARS: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords on Switch. According to a new article from
News Takaya Imamura's New Game Will Take Inspiration From Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
Prepare for side-quests
During this year's Toyko Game Show festivities, Takaya Imamura - best known for his work on the F-Zero and Star Fox franchises - showcased the first trailer for his upcoming title, Omega 6: The Video Game. The game is based on a manga created by Imamura and will feature text-based adventure mechanics alongside turn-based...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Persona 5 Tactica
Here's what the critics think
It's another busy week on the release front, with Super Mario RPG and also the arrival of Persona 5 Tactica today. We've already done a round up for Super Mario RPG, so now it's time for Persona's turn. In our own review here on Nintendo Life, we gave the game 9 out of 10 stars calling it a thrillingly varied tactical...
News Bandai Namco Survey Asks Pac-Man World Re-PAC Players To Share Their Experience
"We waka waka want your feedback!"
Ahead of Pac-Man's return in early 2024, Bandai Namco has made a survey asking fans about the 2022 release, Pac-Man World Re-PAC. It includes some basic personal questions and then goes through the usual about how many platforms you own. After this it goes into much more detail asking how many hours you spent in...
News Legend Of Zelda Master Sword Replica Announced For Tamashii Nations "Proplica" Line
Here's a look at the prototype
If you've ever fancied wielding a real-life version of the Master Sword from The Legend of Zelda, Tamashii Nations has announced it's currently developing its own stunning replica. There are not many details at the moment, but we do know it will be part of the company's "Proplica" line. The prototype of this sword has...
Video Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Super Mario RPG On Switch
How does the remake hold up?
We are but one day away from the release of Super Mario RPG on Switch and the tech experts at Digital Foundry have appeared just in the nick of time with their analysis of what we can expect from the remake's performance. Let's start off with the biggie. Super Mario RPG on Switch targets and maintains 60fps almost all...
Nintendo Download 16th November (North America)
Super Mario RPG! Persona 5 Tactica! ASTLIBRA Revision!
The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy! Switch eShop - Highlights: Super Mario RPG...
News Nintendo Launches Black Friday Switch eShop Sale, Up To 90% Off (Europe)
So it begins...
Nintendo has launched its much-anticipated Black Friday Switch eShop sale in Europe, knocking up to 90% off the prices of a bunch of awesome games. There are more titles on the way in the coming days, so be sure to keep an eye on Nintendo's official website for the full list, but we'll be highlighting some of the exceptional deals...
Japanese Charts Strong PlayStation Sales Can't Knock Mario Wonder From The Top Spot
Taking the throne for the fourth week in a row
The latest Japanese charts are in from Famitsu (via Gematsu) and it has been yet another strong one for Super Mario Bros. Wonder, which once again out-jumps the competition to land in the top spot with another 65,017 copies sold. While Mario's latest 2D adventure closes in on the one milly mark in...
News Flashback 2 Is Out Now, But Switch Owners Will Need To Wait A Bit Longer
It'll be here in a flash
Developer and publisher Microids has launched Flashback 2 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, though unfortunately, it looks like Switch owners will need to wait a little longer, specifically until sometime in Q1 2024. The game, developed with original Flashback creator Paul Cuisset, is a direct sequel to the 1992 Amiga...
Video Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince "Monster Showcase"
Launching next month on Switch
Square Enix is beginning to ramp up its marketing campaign for Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince ahead of the game's December 1st release date on the Switch. Following a gameplay introduction last week, it's now shared a three-minute monster showcase detailing some of the "wild and whimsical" monsters players can...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Also Had A Strong Start In The US
Spider-Man 2 was crowned "best-selling game of October"
Just last week, Nintendo announced Super Mario Bros. Wonder was officially the "fastest-selling" Super Mario game ever released. It's also had an outstanding start in a number of different countries, with success in locations like Japan and the UK. Now, to a
Reminder Splatoon 3's Deep Cut amiibo Are Out This Week, Will You Be Getting Them?
Go on, tell us
Splatoon 3 has just had an update and it adds amiibo support for the Deep Cut crew comprised of Shiver, Frye and the Big Man. These amiibo also come with exclusive gear for your Inkling and Octoling. This includes an exclusive Shiver outfit, a Frye costume and a Big Man-inspired one. In addition to this, you can also get an exclusive...
News Splatoon 3 Version 5.2.0 Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it today
Splatoon 3 has received a new update today, bumping the game up to Version 5.2.0. One of the major highlights is there's now added support for the Shiver, Frye, and the Big Man amiibo. Apart from this, players can also look forward to some season and catalog changes and there are adjustments to notifications. Just keep in mind...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Super Mario RPG
Is it RP-Great?
At the end of the week, Nintendo will release the very last of its 2023 first-party Switch line-up with Super Mario RPG, a faithful remake of the 1996 SNES classic. Judging from our own review, it looks like Nintendo is closing out the year with a bang, as we've awarded the remake a score of 9/10, noting that it "sets a new standard...
News Excellent Metroidvania 'Ender Lilies' Is Getting A Physical Release (Europe)
Great way to start 2024
If you've been itching for a physical release of the rather brilliant Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Night on Nintendo Switch, then your patience has paid off. Publisher Clear River Games is handling the physical edition for Ender Lilies, with the game set to launch on January 11th, 2024 in Europe. It won't come with any fancy...
Review Super Mario RPG (Switch) - A Timeless Classic Returns In A Remake Done Right
It's-an-RPG!
On paper, Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars is a game that probably shouldn’t exist. It brought together Nintendo’s platforming icon with RPG giant Square in a way that seemed impossible, imbuing the denizens of the Mushroom Kingdom (and beyond) with bucketloads of personality beyond the hops, jumps, and yelps they were...
News The First Review For Super Mario RPG On Switch Is In
But what's the verdict?
Update: And now ours is too! You can check it out below: <related ids="157432"> We are so close to the release of Nintendo's next big release of the year that we can almost smell it (gross). Yes, Super Mario RPG is set to leap back onto Switch on 17th November — that's this Friday — and, after being particularly...
News Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 Updated, Here Are The Patch Notes
Minor frame rate improvements
Konami has released a new update for Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, bringing the compilation up to version 1.3.0. The patch notes cover all platforms, so while there's not a great deal here for Switch players, there are a couple of notable improvements, including frame rate fixes for Metal Gear Solid 2,...
News Geoff Keighley And The Game Awards Are Now In Fortnite
Vote for your favourite creator island in-game
The insanely popular battle royale game Fortnite will be celebrating this year's Game Awards, with players able to vote for "The Best Creator Made Fortnite Island of the Year" in-game. This new update by 'Nighttimes' and 'Studio 568' is a hub world that links players to ten creator-made islands, which...
News Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster Updated On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Download it today
The Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster has been out for a few months now and Bandai Namco is still showing support with regular updates. As highlighted by Perfectly-Nintendo, this new update features some stability and usability improvements for both games. Here's the full rundown for Version 1.0.3 from the official game website:...
News Turok 3's Remaster Has Accidentally Released Early In Select Regions
Europe and Australia got lucky
After being delayed last week, Nightdive Studios' upcoming release Turok 3: Shadow of Oblivion has now been released on the Switch eShop in Europe and Australia ahead of schedule. The game was meant to be released at the end of the month across all platforms, but due to some "recent confusion," it seems the remaster...
News Nintendo Thanks Everyone For The Support Ahead Of The Game Awards
It's honoured Mario & Zelda are in the running for GOTY
Earlier this week, The Game Awards revealed the nominees for each category and Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are both in the running for Game of the Year. Nintendo has now officially responded to this on its social media accounts, mentioning how...
Round Up Everything Announced In The November 2023 Nintendo Indie World Showcase
All 18 games and trailers from the November 14th presentation
Nintendo delivered its latest Indie World Showcase today (Tue 14th November 2023), a 20-minute presentation of games from independent developers coming to Switch soon, with 'soon' being 'today' in some cases! Below you'll find the video of the full Indie World Showcase November 2023...
News 'A Highland Song' Brings Adaptive Narratives And Catchy Folk Music To Switch
Launching next month
During today's Indie World showcase, A Highland Song has been announced for Nintendo Switch, and it's not far off either, launching next month on December 5th, 2023. Featuring adaptive storytelling that caters to your own choices, A Highland Song sees you traverse across the Scottish Highlands against the beautiful music of...
News 'Blade Chimera' Combines Stunning Pixel Art With Stylish Metroidvania Action
Coming Spring 2024
As part of the latest Indie World Showcase, Team Ladybug and Playism announced Blade Chimera, a 2D action game with heavy emphasis on exploration and stylish combat. It sports some truly stunning pixel art visuals. Launching in Spring 2024, it looks like we can expect to see some epic boss battles, light puzzle solving, and weird...
News Braid: Anniversary Edition Coming To Nintendo Switch Next Year
Update: Confirmed at Indie World
Update [Tue, 14th Nov, 2023 17:45 GMT]: Well, wouldn't you know it? Braid: Anniversary Edition is indeed coming to Switch next year. Today's Indie World presentation confirmed the news, although it was tucked away at the very end of the sizzle reel. The puzzle game originally launched on Xbox Live Arcade in 2008...
News Outer Wilds: Archaeologist Edition Finally Blasts Onto Switch Next Month
Includes 'Echoes of the Eye' DLC
Yes, you read that right. After actual years of waiting, Anapurna took to tonight's Indie World showcase to reveal that the highly-acclaimed time loop game, Outer Wilds, will finally be blasting onto Switch on 7th December, 2023. But what's that? More to the title? Yes, Outer Wilds: Archaeologist Edition is heading...
Review Persona 5 Tactica (Switch) - Thrillingly Varied Turn-Based Strategy With Joker And Co.
As refreshing as a river in a dry land
Never let it be said that Atlus is one to let its star franchises go untapped. It’s now been seven years since the Phantom Thieves were first introduced in Persona 5, and since then we’ve gotten an enhanced re-release of that game, a dungeon crawler, a rhythm game, a musou, an anime, a manga, and several...
