Hey, What Do Nintendo Switch Boxes Look Like?
It may be dorky, but something that should still bring joy to die-hard gamers' hearts is the moment in a new console cycle when they can start stacking all those shiny new boxes on the shelf. Sure, most of the average owner's library is downloaded now, but until the last disc and cartridge is pressed, there's still something about cracking the shrinkwrap on a boxed copy of a new game.
If you're planning on building a physical library of Nintendo Switch titles, below is a gallery of images showcasing what the boxes will look like. Enjoy!
Has-Been Heroes Announced for Nintendo Switch
Has-Been Heroes, a new rogue-like action strategy game from Trine developer Frozenbyte, is coming to Nintendo Switch.
The title will launch on Nintendo's upcoming console, courtesy of GameTrust, this March for $20 USD. Check out the announcement trailer below to see the game in action.
In Has-Been Heroes, the player controls three characters and must use an assortment of spells to take down oncoming enemies as they safely escort the King's twin princesses to the Princess Academy.
While the game will also be available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC, the Nintendo Switch version features "the controller’s innovative linear vibration mode" and takes advantage of the system's ability to "seamlessly go from console to portable."
NBA 2K18 Announced for Nintendo Switch
After an NBA tease in the initial Nintendo Switch reveal trailer, NBA 2K18 was shown as part of a sizzle reel during the Nintendo Switch reveal event live stream.
No information was offered during the stream about NBA 2K18, but this sizzle reel, which included a number of other games, is the first official confirmation of the 2K18 iteration of the game, as well as which entry in the franchise will be appearing on Nintendo's new system. According to Nintendo's website, the game is projected for a September 2017 release.
Check out the sizzle reel below, which includes a glimpse at the 2K18 logo.
Zelda: Breath of the Wild Master Edition Announced
Nintendo has announced that two special editions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will be available in addition to the standard edition of the game.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Master Edition will include the game itself, a Master Sword of Resurrection figure, as well as a Nintendo Switch Sheikah Slate Carrying Case, a Sheikah Eye Collectible Coin, a Relic of Hyrule: Calamity Ganon Tapestry and Weather-Worn Map, and a Breath of the Wild Sound Selection CD. The Master Edition will cost $129.99.
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Master Edition
Action-Puzzle Game Snipperclips Announced for Nintendo Switch
A new Nintendo IP featuring puzzles was announced for the Nintendo Switch directly following the anticipated livestream January 12.
Snipperclips - Cut it out, together! features both solo and multiplayer Action-Puzzle gameplay in two types of modes, both involving creatively cutting different shapes out of paper and each other to solve puzzles.
The first mode allows a player to solve basic and advances puzzles solo or with a friend. In the second mode, up to four players can choose to work together as a team to solve dynamic puzzles or compete against each other in other activities.
Deadpool 2: These Three Characters Will Return for the Sequel
The Deadpool sequel will feature a few returning characters from the first film.
Deadpool 2 writers Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick confirmed to Collider that both Negasonic Teenage Warhead (Brianna Hildebrand) and Colossus (Stefan Kapicic) will be returning to annoy and help Deadpool some more in his next film. It's not yet known how large of a role they'll play in the sequel, though, especially considering Deadpool 2 is also supposed to feature Domino and the time-traveler Cable.
Reese and Wernick also revealed in a Facebook Live Q&A with Nerdist that Deadpool's friendly and funny taxi driver Dopinder (Karan Soni) will also return. For Wernick, "the relationship between Dopinder and Deadpool was the most fun for me."
Star Wars: Disney Reportedly Negotiating With Carrie Fisher Estate to Continue Princess Leia
Disney is reportedly negotiating with Carrie Fisher's estate over the possibility of Princess Leia appearing in future Star Wars films.
The news comes from a recent BBC Newsnight broadcast — only available to watch for those living in the UK — which reports that Disney and Lucasfilm might be interested in digitally recreating the late actress, who passed late last year at the age of 60.
Newsnight reporter Kirsty Wark said during the broadcast (courtesy of io9) that with "what might be regarded as unseemly haste, Disney is negotiating with the actor’s estate over her continued appearance in the franchise."
Nintendo Switch Pre-Orders are Live!
Jan 25 Update: Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers are now available for Pre-order on Amazon!
Nintendo has finally lifted the lid on its newest system, the Nintendo Switch. Coming to North America on March 3 and priced at $299.99! Preorders have started going live at several retailers!
Nintendo has noted that, in Japan, preorders for the Switch will not be available until January 21.
THE HARDWARE
- See the Gray Version on Amazon for $299.99
Spider-Man: Why Keaton Likes Playing MCU’s Vulture
Vulture actor Michael Keaton shared what he most likes about playing one of Spider-Man's biggest villains in the upcoming Spider-Man: Homecoming.
While speaking with Variety, Keaton talked about how it's been awhile since he has got to play a villain in a film. But in the actor's opinion, what drew him most about Vulture is the fact that he isn't all evil, and people will be able relate to the character and his viewpoints.
Michael Keaton as Vulture in Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Hearthstone: Designing Kazakus and Testing Red Mana
Welcome to the second part of my interview with Hearthstone senior designer Mike Donais. In this part of the conversation he discusses designing the Jade mechanic, the thinking behind the Grimy Goons’ hand-buffing and why the idea of red mana – yes it was a thing! – didn’t work. We go through designing each of the new Reno-style cards and Mike reveals that there are unlikely to be any more “no duplicates” cards any time soon. Oh, and we also discuss some cards that didn’t make the cut or that evolved significantly – complete with placeholder art! Enjoy!