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June 13, 2017

Zelda DLC Outlined + New amiibo SwitchWiiU

by Perry Burkum - 9:30 am EDT
Total comments: 5

The champions are back.

Nintendo outlined the DLC planned for Breath of the Wild with a new trailer during their E3 Spotlight.

The 1st DLC pack will introduce a new mode called "Trial of the Sword", and seems to feature waves of enemies for Link to fight without using any previously obtained equipment. The trailer shows floating Bokoblins and a higher difficulty "Master Mode", "The Master Trials Expansion Pass" will arrive on June 30.

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Core Pokemon Game in Development for Nintendo Switch Switch

by Carmine Red - 9:16 am EDT
Total comments: 8

Not this year, but it's coming!

A core Pokemon game is coming to the Nintendo Switch, and is currently in active development by developer Gamefreak. However, don't expect it anytime soon, as by Nintendo's own admission the title "May not release for more than a year."

Nintendo took only a few seconds to drop that juicy tidbit and wet gamers' appetites, but so far there are no other details on the upcoming title.

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Metroid Prime 4 in Development for Switch Switch

by James Jones - 9:16 am EDT
Total comments: 17 Source: Nintendo

It's finally Metroid Time.

Nintendo announced Metroid Prime 4 is in development for Switch during this morning's Nintendo Digital Spotlight, kicking off E3 2017. The announcement was a title card, offering no details on developer or release target.

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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 (Switch) Release Date and Info Switch

by Perry Burkum - 9:13 am EDT
Total comments: 8

Maybe it will be released this year after all.

During Nintendo's E3 spotlight Xenoblade Chronicles 2 was reconfirmed to launch this year, officially slated for Holiday 2017

Nintendo released a brand new trailer showcasing new characters and landscapes. The game appears to feature airships, vehicles and a brand new cast of playable characters.

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Rocket League Coming to Nintendo Switch Switch

by - 9:07 am EDT
Total comments: 4

The Vehicular Soccer Sensation is coming to the Nintendo Switch this Holiday 2017 with cross-network play.

Rocket League, from Psyonix, is coming to Switch. The reveal was made almost immediately upon Nintendo's E3 Spotlight presentation, and provided a few additional details later in the show.

The game, which has been a fixture on other platforms, will finally reach Nintendo's latest console and also... Read more...

June 12, 2017

Nicalis Announces Four Switch Games Switch

by Donald Theriault - 3:13 pm EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Nicalis

Platformers, adventure and some busty fighting.

Nicalis has announced their lineup for Switch for the rest of the year, and they'll be quite busy.

The company announced four different titles today, and all but one is slated to release in the July-September quarter.

Tiny Barbarian DX from StarQuail is a combo based hack-and-slash platformer that... Read more...

Starlink: Battle For Atlas Announced For Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 2:01 pm EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Ubisoft

A late 2018 game from Ubisoft.

Late next year, the Switch will feature a space exploration game with toys to life elements.

Ubisoft announced Starlink: Battle of Atlas for a fall 2018 release on Switch, as well as PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. The game appears to feature figures that clip onto the Joy-Con grip to expand the arsenal of ships. The producer from Ubisoft's Toronto branch indicated that the items would be available "virtually" as well.

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Just Dance 2018 Coming To Switch, Wii U And Wii WiiUSwitchWii

by Donald Theriault - 1:54 pm EDT
Total comments: 16 Source: Ubisoft

The second three Nintendo platform game ever.

Just Dance 2018 will join its predecessor as a rare three platform game.

The company announces that like last year's title, Just Dance 2018 would release for Switch, Wii U and Wii. All three versions will release simultaneously in October of this year.

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Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Officially Unveiled Switch

by Donald Theriault - 1:19 pm EDT
Total comments: 10 Source: Ubisoft

Most definitely without a filter.

The Switch's worst kept secret is finally official, as Ubisoft has unveiled Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle.

Due to release on August 29, the strategy RPG sees Mario-themed Rabbids teleported to the Mushroom Kingdom, which made it unstable. The game was confirmed to be in development for three years. The soundtrack was also confirmed to be created by former Rare composer Grant Kirkhope.

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June 11, 2017

Skyrim Switch To Add Amiibo Support, Motion Controls Switch

by Donald Theriault - 9:26 pm EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Bethesda

Open world games with Link are a thing now.

A new trailer for Skyrim on Switch has aired as part of Bethesda's E3 press conference, confirming two new features for the Switch port.

The Link Amiibo for Breath of the Wild was shown to work with Skyrim, allowing players to explore the world as LInk. In addition, it appears that motion controls with the Joy-Cons will be supported in the new port.

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Cross-System Play Coming To Minecraft On Consoles WiiUSwitch

by Donald Theriault - 2:57 pm EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Microsoft

A Nintendo-related announcement during the Xbox conference.

Minecraft on consoles is about to become even more open.

During the Microsoft E3 press conference, the company announced an update to Minecraft this summer that would enable cross-platform play between consoles, including the Switch version. Player-created servers will also be a part of the update.

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June 10, 2017

NWR's E3 2017 Schedule and Plans Site News

by - 4:40 pm EDT
Total comments: 1

Lots of news and excitement is up in the air, but we've got some plans to start.

Thanks to EA, E3 2017 more or less starts today. However, most likely, if you're here for Nintendo goodness, the show won't start in earnest until Tuesday June 13 when Nintendo's E3 Spotlight starts at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT. With that in mind, we've got some plans for E3 2017, though be warned: a lot of it could change depending on what Nintendo reveals.

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FIFA 18 Switch To Feature Ultimate Team Mode Switch

by Donald Theriault - 2:04 pm EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: EA

One of the big moneymakers in modern sports will be on the Switch

After a press and influencer event today to kick off the 2017 EA Play event, EA has released new details on FIFA 18 for Switch.

The game's website has launched with details on the modes, which include a career mode (non-cinematic), Local Seasons, and FIFA Ultimate Team. Split Joy-Con control support will also be available, as well as multiplayer with a single set of Joy-Cons.

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June 9, 2017

Join NWR on Discord Site News

by Justin Berube - 9:30 am EDT
Total comments: 26

Chat with the NWR Staff and fellow readers!

Some of you may already know, but NWR is now on Discord. That's right, you can chat with some of your favorite staff members and fellow readers throughout the day!

Also, if you back Nintendo World Report on Patreon you'll gain a special designation on our Discord Server and have access to some private rooms. Learn more about our Patreon Rewards here!

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June 8, 2017

Independent Round-Up: Oceanhorn, Mummy, Syberia And More Switch

by Donald Theriault - 6:48 pm EDT
Total comments: 2

A lot of remakes coming out of France today.

Ahead of E3, several independent developers have announced details about Switch independent titles to release in the coming months.

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas will be the first to launch, making land on the Switch June 22. Heavily inspired by Wind Waker and already appearing on Sony systems and PC, the Switch version promises full resolution (1080p) docked and a high framerate.

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Axiom Verge Multiverse Edition Now Releasing On Switch Switch

by Donald Theriault - 7:53 am EDT
Discuss in talkback! Source: Badland

Looks like somebody had to make it.

After a few months of speculation, Axiom Verge is now confirmed for the Switch.

Badlands Games, who are handling the publishing of the physical Multiverse Edition of the game, announced today that they are taking preorders for a Switch version of the game in addition to the previously announced... Read more...

Nintendo Downloads - June 8, 2017 SwitchWiiU3DS

by Donald Theriault - 6:07 am EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Nintendo

Is it hot in here, or is it just this week's main Switch game?

A last-minute GoNNER delay means that this week's big Switch title is familiar to Wii U owners - ergo, it's brand new. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero makes a quick move up, bringing the bouncy platformer action back to the realm of Nintendo systems capable of portable play. Matt reviewed the Wii U version and noted series fan Zach also discussed the game earlier this year.

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June 7, 2017

Three Atlus 3DS RPGs To Be Localized For North America 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:37 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Atlus, Atlus, NeoGAF

For those who like mapping, demons or time travel, we have some great news.

UPDATE: Atlus has confirmed Etrian Odyssey V, Radiant Historia Perfect Chronology and Shin Megami Tensei: Deep Strange Journey for North American release. Original story follows.

A user on the NeoGAF message board has spotted some links on Atlus's website that point to three unannounced localizations.

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June 6, 2017

Japanese Switch Launch Title Soldam Being Localized This Fall Switch

by Donald Theriault - 5:56 pm EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Dispatch Games

And a possible physical copy as well.

Another title from the Switch's Japanese launch will be coming out in the West this fall.

Soldam: Blooming Declaration, a new version of the Jaleco puzzle title, will be localized by Dispatch Games this fall as "Soldam: Drop, Connect, Erase". Box art for a physical release was sent with the press statement.

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Splatoon 2 Pro Controller Announced For North American Release Switch

by Donald Theriault - 11:07 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Nintendo

So everyone can stay fresh.

The Splatoon 2 badged Pro Controller for Switch that was announced at the end of the ARMS Direct will be a worldwide phenomenon.

Nintendo of America has tweeted confirmation that the green and pink-handled Pro Controller will launch on July 21, alongside Splatoon 2. No word has been given yet on the release of the special Joy-Con controllers or the Switch system bundle announced at that time.

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