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August 21, 2018

THQ Nordic Porting Saints Row: The Third To Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:57 am EDT
Total comments: 7 Source: THQ Nordic

Some quality stunt casting in this one.

The Switch is about to get one of the wildest open-world games in history.

Saints Row The Third has been announced for Switch at the opening ceremony of Gamescom 2018 by THQ Nordic. Originally published by the previous incarnation of THQ in 2011, the game sets you as the created leader of the Saints gang who attempt to rebuild in the city of Steelport after a mission goes horribly wrong.

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A Hat In Time To Come To Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:30 am EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Humble Bundle

The Switch's 3D platformer game gets a fair bit cuter.

One of Steam's most beloved titles is coming to Switch.

A Hat In Time, the 2013 Kickstarter project that raised over $350,000 and released in October of last year on PC, has announced a Switch release. No release date has been given.

Inspired by N64 platformers of the late 1990s, the game is beloved by fans with nearly 7000 reviewers on Steam giving the game an "overwhelmingly positive" reception.

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Luigi's Mansion 3DS Launching In Mid-October 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 5:15 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo

Getting in before the ponies.

Cries of "Mario? Maaaaario..." will come once again from the 3DS around the middle of October.

Nintendo have confirmed the 3DS remake of Luigi's Mansion will launch on October 12 in North America, with release on 19/20 October for Europe and Australia. For North America, the game's MSRP will be $39.99.

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Switch Exclusive InkyPen Bringing All-You-Can-Read Comics This November Switch

by Carmine Red - 4:47 am EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: InkyPen AS

The subscription service promises over 10,000 graphic novels, manga, and comics from partners that include IDW, Valiant, Dynamite, Humanoides AssociƩs, and Andrews McMeel.

Norwegian venture InkyPen is launching their InkyPen service exclusively on the Nintendo Switch this November. The company touts InkyPen as an all-you-can-read comics subscriptions-based service, promising more than 10,000 digital comic strips, graphics novels, and manga on offer in exchange for a... Read more...

August 20, 2018

Remasters Of First Two Grandia Titles Coming To Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:06 pm EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: IGN

We're a little gung-ho about these ones.

Another two classic RPGs are heading to Switch via GungHo Entertainment.

Grandia I and II, the classic RPGs of the Saturn / Dreamcast era, will launch on Switch this winter according to IGN. The games are slated for a release in Winter 2018.

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Nintendo Downloads - August 20, 2018 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 2:19 pm EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

This Gamescom week brings a classic 90s flashback. It also brings Night Trap, so no joy there.

Although we don't have a price for it, we do have word that 2013 adventure darling Gone Home will finally come to a Nintendo system this week. (Not so much, as it turns out...) It was going to come to the Wii U at some point, but, well, Wii U. The week of Gamescom also saw no less than three shadow drops, as Bad North, Morphies Law, and Prison Architect are all on the eShop as of press time.

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New Video Shows Off Broad Group Of Switch Indie Titles Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:30 am EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Nintendo

Your eShop balance and microSDs are not ready.

Nintendo of Europe has presented a "Indie Highlights" presentation today, outlining new titles coming to the Switch.

First out of the gate is Night Call, by Raw Fury. In the adventure game, you play a Parisian cab driver who helps to solve crime in the city. The noir style game launches in early 2019. Monster... Read more...

August 16, 2018

Celebi Quest Hits Pokemon Go Next Week Mobi

by Adam Abou-Nasr - 12:30 pm EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Pokemon Go Live

No sign of the GS Ball though.

Pokemon Go players can catch Celebi starting August 20, Niantic announced today.

To catch Celebi, players must complete a series of special quests similar to spring's Mew quests. Celebi's quest line unlocks after completing the third of the seven Mew quests.

In celebration, Johto Pokemon will appear more frequently and HeartGold and SoulSilver clothing will be added to the store. A free Celebi t-shirt is available to all players.

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Blizzard Officially Confirms Diablo III: Eternal Collection For Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 9:03 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Activision Blizzard

As if we don't have enough grinding to do this fall.

After a leak yesterday, Blizzard has officially thrown back the curtain on Diablo III: Eternal Edition.

The isometric loot RPG will release this fall, as revealed in yesterday's deleted Forbes post. The promised Legend of Zelda themed content will also be present.

With the release, it marks the first time a Blizzard game has appeared on a Nintendo platform since the Nintendo 64's port of the original Starcraft in 2000.

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Walmart In North America To Offer Exclusive Switch Bundle With Two Games Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:31 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Nintendo

If you pick one up, please contact Justin Berube if you might want to ditch the box.

Walmart stores in North America will be adding a new offering to the Switch lineup in a couple of weeks.

The bundle will retail for US$359.99, and will include download codes for both Mario Tennis Aces and 1-2-Switch. Both Joycon choices - monochrone or red/blue - will have the offer included.

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Old School Musical Scores Release On September 13 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:26 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Playdius

Does exactly what it says on the tin.

Playdius has revealed more detailed about one of their upcoming titles, including its release date.

Old School Musical is a rhythm title that tasks two 8-bit inspired characters with clearing classic video game challenges to the beat of chiptune music. Zaxxon, Outrun, and Mega Man are among the titles parodied.

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Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, Morphite Receive Demos Today Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:19 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

We knew one was coming soon, but the other was out of nowhere.

Two notable titles have demos on the Switch eShop as of today.

Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate has a demo available for download now. Based on series tradition, the demo will feature three types of boss and multiple weapons to try as well as local and online multiplayer support.

The other unexpected demo is for Morphite. The space exploration title released last November on Switch from Crescent Moon Studios.

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August 15, 2018

Diablo III Coming To Switch, With Exclusive Content? RumorSwitch

by Donald Theriault - 12:35 pm EDT
Total comments: 10 Source: Forbes, Reddit

A deleted article from Forbes may show the Switch's third person looter game firing up.

If a removed Forbes article is true, the Switch may soon be getting part of a renewed Diablo push from Blizzard.

The removed article, preserved on Reddit, indicates that a "Diablo III Eternal Edition" would come to the Switch this fall at a $59.99US MSRP. Originally released in 2012 on PC and 2014... Read more...

Atlus Announces Western Release For Etrian Odyssey X: Now Etrian Odyssey Nexus 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:02 am EDT
Total comments: 5 Source: Atlus

The great crossover of Fight, Heal, Wade, and Daniel

Atlus is keeping up their 3DS support into next year.

Etrian Odyssey Nexus has been announced for the West, with a North American release date of February 5. The original Japanese version came out a few weeks ago

Intended as a swan song for the dungeon crawl/mapping series designed originally for the DS, Etrian Nexus contains all of the classes of the other games along with dungeons representative of each of the games.

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August 14, 2018

Dark Souls Remastered Launches On Switch October 19 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 7:20 am EDT
Total comments: 5 Source: Bandai Namco

The online test is also coming.

Dark Souls will miss the summer after all, but only slightly.

Bandai Namco have confirmed the remastered version of the classic RPG will launch on Switch on October 19. The Solaire Amiibo will also come out on the same day.

Praise The Sun! DARK SOULS: Remastered... Read more...

My Memory Of Us Announces Switch Version For Q4, Patrick Stewart To Narrate Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:48 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Crunching Koalas

It lends the right gravitas to a game set at the outbreak of the Second World War.

Crunching Koalas have announced a new publishing deal for an adventure game coming to Switch, along with a major voice talent.

My Memory Of Us will release on the Switch this year, along with other platforms. An adventure game focused on keeping two children together in a place inspired by Warsaw, Poland ca 1939, the children navigate the city and attempt to stave off forced separation.

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August 13, 2018

Devolver, Nomada Announce Gris For Later This Year Switch

by Donald Theriault - 7:30 am EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Devolver

Lush environments and giant birds await.

Devolver Digital is continuing to roll out new games for the Switch.

Their newest title is Gris (pronounced as it reads), developed by Nomada Studio and due on Switch later this year. An atmospheric platform title, Gris stars the title character, who explores a world that is constantly changing its form around her.

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Nintendo Downloads - August 16, 2018 Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:00 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Nintendo

I've only been pimping this week's biggest release for longer than I've been writing here.

Appropriate for what happens to me on Wednesday, the big release of the week is something I preloaded several weeks ago. Cosmic Star Heroine, the two-man RPG with a soundtrack in that rare air of Xenoblade, finally comes home on Switch after I've banged on about it for five years and even interviewed Robert Boyd on the telethon. In 2014.

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August 10, 2018

Doom Eternal Confirmed for Nintendo Switch Switch

by John Rairdin - 10:33 am EDT
Total comments: 6 Source: Bethesda

Let the ripping and/or tearing continue!

During their gameplay reveal for Doom Eternal at this years QuakeCon, Bethesda confirmed that Doom Eternal will release on Switch. This comes after Bethesda was vague during their initial reveal at E3 2018. Initial reports seem to indicate that Doom Eternal will launch on Switch on the same day as other platforms. As with the two previous Bethesda published shooters on Switch, Panic Button will be handling the port.

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New Project Announced From Graceful Explosion Machine Devs: Super Crush KO Switch

by Donald Theriault - 9:00 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Vertex Pop

The stylish shooter experts are adding some brawling for their 2019 game.

After their debut had strong sales, Graceful Explosion Machine developers Vertex Pop have unveiled their colorful follow-up.

Super Crush KO is the Ontario-based firm's new project, currently slated for a 2019 release. The unnamed main character can fire guns and use punches and kicks to dispatch obstacles in a near-future world.

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