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News Frantic Wii U Party Game 'Chompy Chomp Chomp Party' Coming To Switch With New Content
Eat it up
We said this back in 2016, and we'll say it again — a game with a title like Chompy Chomp Chomp Party is pretty hard to ignore. This multiplayer party game launched on the Wii U eShop in 2016, and on 17th November, you'll be able to get it on Switch, and it's coming with new game modes, more level themes, and a new level pack. Developed...
News Start Your Engines, WRC Generations Races Onto Switch This December
Vroooooooom!
Publisher Nacon has released a new trailer for its upcoming rally racer WRC Generations, confirming that the game will be launching on Nintendo Switch on December 1st, 2022. It's arriving a bit earlier on other platforms this week on November 3rd, so presumably developer Kylotonn needs a bit more time to get the title fully optimised...
News Modern Revival Of 'The Oregon Trail' Is Heading To The Switch Very Soon
On the road again!
Publisher Gameloft has announced that the modern revival of The Oregon Trail will be making its way to the Nintendo Switch after a period of exclusivity on Apple Arcade. No firm release date has been set at the time of writing, but in a recent tweet, Gameloft stated that players will be able to play the "global phenomenon" by the...
Video 10 Exciting New Games Coming To Nintendo Switch In November 2022
Sonic Frontiers, It Takes Two, Pokémon, and more!
Now that the chaos of October is just about over, things are about to get calmer, yeah? Nope! November is giving us the next big Sonic game in Sonic Frontiers and the next generation of Pokémon in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. But with Square Enix releasing even more titles and a handful of...
News The Samurai Collection Brings Two Classic Beat 'Em Ups To Switch This Week
Crouching Tiger Hidden Release
Around this time last year, we heard of the formation of QUByte Classics - a partnership between Publisher QUByte and Piko Interactive - and we have subsequently seen a whole host of classic 8- and 16-bit titles brought back to the Switch (The Humans, Tinhead, Jim Power: The Lost Dimension, amongst others). Well,...
News Sonic Team Head: Sonic Frontiers And Breath Of The Wild Are "Not Similar At All"
"They see Breath of the Wild definitely as a role-playing game"
We've got just over a week to go until Sonic Frontiers is finally out, and in preparation for its release, Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka has sat down with Shacknews to talk about what this "open-zone" Sonic title will bring to the table (thanks, TheGamer
News Deep Breath, Kirby Mouthful Mode Plushies Are Finally On Their Way
December can't come quick enough
For the most part, Nintendo plushies come and go without catching our attention. Sure, there are some notable exceptions like last week's Judd and Li'l Judd cushions, and who can forget that big round Spheal from earlier this year?? But then you see an announcement like 'Kirby Mouthful Mode plushies are coming in...
News Octopath Traveler II Devs Aimed To Make Its HD-2D Visuals 'Picture-Perfect'
Going beyond nostalgia
In a recent interview with Famitsu (kindly translated by the folks over at Nintendo Everything), Octopath Traveler II developers Masashi Takahashi (Producer) and Keisuke Miyauchi (Director) talked about how the game's HD-2D visuals have been improved, stating an aim to make "art that would be picture-perfect no matter when you...
News Project Zero: Mask Of The Lunar Eclipse Will Scare You Silly In March 2023
Digital Deluxe Edition also announced
The upcoming remake of Project Zero: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse has been given a solid release date, with Koei Tecmo's horror launching on March 9th, 2023. To mark the announcement, a new overview trailer has been showcased, demonstrating the game's newly revamped visuals and gameplay; it's certainly looking...
News Neo Geo Fighter 'Breakers Collection' Locks In January 2023 Switch Release
But will it land the blow?
Apart from Glover, one of the many other games on display at QUByte's recent showcase was Breakers Collection. We first covered the revival of this arcade and Neo Geo fighting series here on Nintendo Life a number of years ago, and since then it's skipped quite a few of its targeted release dates. Now, in the latest...
News Nintendo Introduces Chloe In Fire Emblem Engage
Meet another new character
One game you'll want to be on the lookout for early on in 2023 is Fire Emblem Engage. In fact, it's out in the first month of the year, launching exclusively on Switch on 20th January, and pre-orders are open now. This upcoming adventure brings both new and old characters together, and in the lead-up to the game's...
News Physical Switch Copies Of Bayonetta Are Returning To My Nintendo Store Later This Year
"We apologise that we could not meet demand"
After a year of waiting and months of delays, Bayonetta did get a physical release on Switch earlier this week. Not that many people will have been able to get their hands on a copy of course, as the out-of-the-blue drop sold out almost instantly. Fortunately, Nintendo has confirmed that it plans to...
News Wavetale Is A Visually Stunning Mix Of Zelda And Journey, Out December
Ride the wave
Publisher Thunderful has unveiled a charming new adventure titled called Wavetale, which combines the fluid traversal of PlayStation classic Journey with the action and puzzle elements seen in The Legend of Zelda. Out December 12th on Switch and other consoles, the game is a visual feast, utilising an abstract art style to depict...
News Welcome To Empyreum Brings Overcooked-Style Gameplay To Hotel Management
Coming early 2023
Hound Picked Games has announced that it is teaming up with first-time developer Tapioca Games on Welcome to Empyreum - a new chaotic hotel management game with the multiplayer mechanics of Overcooked. The title will be heading to Switch in early 2023. Couch co-op has really seen a boom in the past few years thanks to the likes of...
News Story Of Seasons: A Wonderful Life Looks A Lot Like... Well, A Wonderful Life
Remake launches Summer 2023
Publisher Marvelous Games has revealed a brand new overview trailer for its upcoming farming remake Story of Season: A Wonderful Life. The trailer itself is currently only available in Japanese (update: now in English!), but based on the footage showcased, we've got a pretty solid idea of what's being demonstrated here...
News Square Enix Releases 'Final' Tactics Ogre: Reborn Trailer Ahead Of Launch
A tactical decision
We are now but a few short weeks away from the official launch of Tactics Ogre: Reborn on 11th November, 2022, and Square Enix is making one last push to ensure that our excitement is kept at a tip-top level. The studio has released the game's 'Final Trailer' (we expect to see another on launch day, but that's besides the point)...
Guide Where To Buy Bayonetta 3 On Switch
And the special Trinity Masquerade Edition
Update: Bayonetta 3 has finally arrived — hurrah! We awarded it an 'Outstanding' 10/10 in our review, calling it "a stunning return for an icon, and the best game in the series." Pretty good, then! If your interest is piqued, we've been keeping track of all the best deals for you below. Original...
News Netflix's Sonic Prime Will Premiere Just In Time For Christmas
Gotta go fa-la-la-la-fast
Update: Above is the new teaser trailer for Sonic Prime. It features plenty of familiar faces including Rouge the Bat. Enjoy! Original story [Thu 27th Oct, 2022 17:15 BST]: After months of speculation, we finally have a date for Netflix's Sonic Prime. In a Twitter post from IGN, it's been confirmed that the animated...
News Ark's Ultimate Survivor Edition For Nintendo Switch Has Been Delayed Again
Update: Now launching November 1st
Update [Fri 28th Oct, 2022 00:55 BST]: Studio Wildcard has today confirmed the major "overhaul" update for Ark: Survival Evolved on Switch will launch on 1st November. This will include vastly improved visual quality and performance, reduced load times and a number of QoL features, like improved inventory...
News Dragon Quest X Offline Switch eShop Demo Goes Live In Japan
Can we get a western release now Square Enix?
Last month, Square Enix rolled out Dragon Quest X: Rise of the Five Tribes Offline for the Nintendo Switch. The downside for fans of this epic role-playing series is that there's been no mention of the game being localised. If you are still eager to see what this offline version of the MMO Dragon Quest...
News Build Your Own Fiendish Levels In Blue Fire's New Free DLC, Out Next Week
Titled 'Void Maker'
2021's Blue Fire, a rather brilliant 3D platformer that mixes up sword-based combat with challenging platforming, is getting yet another free DLC expansion on 1st November, following last year's 'Void of Sorrows'. 'Void Maker' introduced some pretty grotesque stuff, such as levels filled with eyeballs and tons of deadly traps...
News Hand-Drawn Metroidvania 'Curse Of The Sea Rats' Scurries Towards 2023 Release Date
New trailer showcases each character
You would be forgiven for forgetting about Curse of the Sea Rats. The self-proclaimed 'Ratoidvania' - a pun which, despite our best efforts, we cannot endorse - had a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign back in 2020 and was quickly confirmed for a
Exclusive Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration Locks In November Release
Plus a new trailer featuring Jaguar games
The Holiday season is starting a little bit early for us, as Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration will be launching on Switch on 11th November. Promised to be a special celebration unlike other compilations — and we can believe that statement when Digital Eclipse is behind the wheel — Atari 50 packages...
News Bayonetta 3 Gets Day One Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
She's back
Bayonetta 3 finally launches tomorrow on Switch. And ahead of the long-awaited return of the Umbra Witch, Nintendo has revealed the details of the game's day one patch to get us, and the game, ready for some angel and demon-kicking action (thanks, Nintendo Everything!). The main thing this day-one patch adds is improved online...
News Deadpool And Morbius Head Up The Marvel's Midnight Suns Season Pass
It's Morbin' Time!
Publisher 2K has unveiled the Season Pass for the upcoming tactical role-playing game Marvel's Midnight Suns, giving us a glimpse at the DLC characters we can expect to see post-launch. Granted, we still don't know exactly when the game itself will be launching for the Switch yet; it'll be heading to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on...
News Stylish '90s Inspired 3D Platformer Lunistice Gets A New Switch Release Date
Relive the PSX & Sega Saturn era
You might remember a 3D platformer named Lunistice that was meant to be released on the Nintendo Switch in September. In the end, it got delayed and has now been locked in for next month. Yes, this 3D platformer inspired by the PSX and Sega Saturn era will be released on 10th November for both the Switch and PC. The...
News These Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Plushies Will Make Choosing Your Starter Even Harder
I choose you! Wait, no, you! Wait...
As if picking your starter Pokémon wasn't already a difficult enough decision, Sanei Boeki has announced a line of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet plushies modelled on the game's leading trio, making that all-important choice a whole lot harder. The Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly plushies join the company's 'All...
News No, Bandai Namco's New Fishing Game Isn't An Animal Crossing Spin-Off
Sure looks like it, though
We all love a bit of fishing in our video games, right? Well, you're in luck, because Bandai Namco Entertainment is about to launch Ace Angler: Fishing Spirits on Nintendo Switch, a game packed to the rim with sharks, frogs, turtles, octopi, and much more. In short, everything you could hope for if you like to just kick...
News Survival Horror 'Signalis' Arrives On Switch Tomorrow
Sweaty palm time
Tomorrow (27th October) will see the Switch debut of Signalis - a low-poly horror survival game from newcomers rose-engine and publisher Humble Games. The game will be available on the Switch eShop for £15.99 / 19.99€ and based on its reviews, this sounds like we are in for a bargain. Our friends over at Push Square gave...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Bayonetta 3
Gun slinging, crowd winning
We are glad that Bayonetta 3 is almost out. After a full week of back and forth controversy, the game will soon be able to stand on its own merit and be judged accordingly - and boy, oh boy has it been judged. We have been through the reviews from a whole host of outlets to give you the full rundown of the critical...
News Garfield's Take On Mario Party Cooks Up A November Release Date
It's a Lasagna Party
Ahh, cultural icon Garfield. Everyone loves him. But does anyone love him as much as he loves lasagna? Probably not. It's a good thing then that, next month, the orange kitty cat and friends will be holding a grand old party in Garfield Lasagna Party. Publisher Microids has revealed that this party game, which takes the tried...
News Sonic Frontiers Prologue Comic Part Two Is Now Live
Update #2: The second part is now available!
Update #2 [Tue 25th Oct, 2022 15:30]: And here's Part 2! This is the second half of Prologue: Converge, which leads to Sonic and friends trying to get to Starfall Islands in time to stop Dr. Eggman. We won't find out more about this scheme until Sonic Frontiers releases next month, but we do still have...
News The Newest Pokémon In Scarlet & Violet Is A Spooky Little Puppy
Awooooo
Well, let's say hello to another brand new Pokémon we'll be meeting in the Paldea region. Or should we say "boo"? The newest addition to Pokémon Scarlet & Violet has been revealed — and it might give you a fright! Naranja Academy's Ghost-type Pokémon Club has discovered a rather adorable Ghost-type pup and captured the footage for...
News River City Girls 2 Gives Marian From 'Double Dragon' A Big Buff In New Trailer
"I got sick of getting punched in the gut"
While we're still waiting for an official release date for River City Girls 2 in the West, WayForward has dropped a brand new trailer featuring Marian, one of the game's new playable characters. And she looks quite a bit different from how many might remember her. Marian is, of course, the main heroine of...
News Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Commercial Wants You To Experience "Your World Your Way"
Roam free
We're in the final stretch before Pokémon Scarlet & Violet launches on Switch next month. Later today, we'll be finding out about a brand new Ghost-type Pokémon, but before we get to that, The Pokémon Company and Nintendo of America have dropped a new commercial for the game. 'Your World Your Way' is all about capturing the open...
News Brace Yourself, We're Getting A Spooky Pokémon Scarlet And Violet Announcement Today
Gotta catch 'em ooooooool
It wouldn't be a normal week as a Nintendo fan these days without the announcement of yet more Pokémon Scarlet and Violet news now would it? Ever to stay on brand, The Pokémon Company has announced that more details are to be shown today. After sharing the spooky short found above — showing one trainer getting all...
News Old-School DOOM-Like FPS Prodeus Delayed For Nintendo Switch
Update: Out later this week
Update [Tue 25th Oct, 2022 01:30 BST]: The retro inspired first-person shooter Prodeus was meant to be released in the month of September, but was delayed at the last minute to some visual bugs. Fortunately, the developer seems to have sorted these issues out, and will now be releasing the title later this week on...
News Tactics Ogre: Reborn Switch Impressions Are Out, And It's Looking Really Good
Marching forward
Square Enix is capping off its return to the strategy RPG genre this year with a remaster of one of the best — Tactics Ogre: Reborn. And many outlets and YouTubers got some hands-on time with the game prior to its launch on 11th November. And it's looking good — particularly on the Switch (thanks Gematsu!). While the game is...
News Bayonetta's OG Voice Actor Responds To Online Backlash In Ongoing Dispute
"Some people are calling me a liar and a golddigger"
In the latest development regarding voice actor Hellena Taylor's pay dispute with PlatinumGames, the former Bayonetta star has now responded to reports disputing her account of negotiations with a Twitter thread, saying she feels "a need to defend myself and my reputation in the industry." First,...
News Bandai Namco Has "Multiple Digimon Game Projects In The Pipeline"
Digimon World: Next Order for Switch is just the start
It's been another exciting week for Digimon fans - with Bandai Namco confirming it would be bringing Digimon World: Next Order to the Nintendo Switch on 22nd February 2023. If this wasn't already enough, Digimon producer Kazumasu Habu has also confirmed in the original Japanese announcement...
Round Up The Previews Are In For Pokémon Scarlet & Violet
Early impressions have arrived
The next mainline Pokémon entry Pokémon Scarlet & Violet is out on Switch next month, and as you might have seen previews - including our Nintendo Life one - have now gone live. Although we're a bit worried about the game's performance, the gameplay and new features are actually quite exciting. If you've not...
News Sonic Frontiers Has Officially Gone Gold, Launching On Switch November 8th
Sonic returns
Sonic Frontiers arrives on Switch and multiple other platforms on November 8th, and ahead of release, Sega has announced the game has gone gold. This was revealed in a message by the game's director Morio Kishimoto, who mentioned how development on the main game had officially been completed. Here's the scoop (via the Tails' Channel...
News Bayonetta 3 Spoilers Surface Online Ahead Of Next Week's Release
Watch out
Bayonetta 3 isn't out until next week, but it seems like it's already in the hands of some Switch owners. According to a number of reports, new spoiler-filled footage of the game is now being uploaded to websites like YouTube, Twitter and Reddit. The Bayonetta subreddit has issued a warning to users about the circulation of spo
News The Legend Of Heroes: Trails Into Reverie Confirmed For Next Summer, Limited Edition Revealed
2023 is the year of Trails
Just days after we got an official release date for The Legend of Heroes: Trails to Azure, NIS America has locked in a release date for the 10th game in the Trails/Kiseki series. Yes, you read that right — 10th. The Legend of Heroes: Trails into Reverie will be launching in Summer 2023 on Switch (and all other consoles)...
Hands On Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Performance Distracts From Neat New Features And Flourishes
Smeargle used Struggle
Recently we were invited by The Pokémon Company and Nintendo to pop down to TPC’s UK headquarters in London to give a build of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet a right ruddy going over. It’s less than a month until launch – and we were informed that the build we played was not the final release build – so how is...
News Bayonetta 3 Dev Responds To Voice Actor Dispute In Official Statement
Platinum thanks past and present contributors
There was plenty of drama last weekend when the original voice of Bayonetta Hellena Taylor uploaded a series of videos on social media accusing developer PlatinumGames and Hideki Kamiya of an insulting wage offer. This followed with a report by Bloomberg and separat
News Resident Evil 2, 3 And 7 Cloud Lock In Nintendo Switch Release Dates
Resident Evil: Village - Cloud Version launches next week
During the Resident Evil showcase earlier today, Capcom confirmed release dates for each of the cloud versions of Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 3 and Resident Evil 7 for the Nintendo Switch. Resident Evil 2 Cloud will launch on November 11th and will be followed by Resident Evil 3 Cloud on...
News 'Totally Accurate Battle Simulator' Charges Its Way To A November Switch Release
Switch changes also detailed
Ever since Totally Accurate Battle Simulator (TABS) was announced for Switch back in May's Indie Showcase, we have been eagerly awaiting news on when the immensely popular wobbly experience would be leading the charge onto the small screen - if you can really call that a charge. Today we have learned not only that the...
News Digimon World: Next Order Is Coming To Switch In 2023
Update: Confirmed for worldwide release
Update [Thu 20th Oct, 2022 16:10 BST]: It's official — Bandai Namco has confirmed that Digimon World: Next Order will be releasing on Switch worldwide on 22nd February 2023, so we don't have to wait any longer than our friends over in Japan! The open-world RPG will also be coming to Steam on the same date...
News Atooi's 'Run Box Run' Will Be Free If You Own Any Of Its Previous Switch Games
The best possible price
Publisher and developer Atooi is doing something pretty interesting with its upcoming party title, Run Box Run. Launching on the Switch on 3rd November, the online multiplayer game is a cute escape room title with trivia intermissions for up to 13 players. In a bold move to get that multiplayer base up and running rapidly,...
