Miyamoto Offers a Few New Super Mario Odyssey Details
Shigeru Miyamoto shared a few new details about Super Mario Odyssey, confirming that the upcoming Nintendo Switch title will be more focused on the core gamer.
During today's Nintendo Switch Treehouse Live event, Miyamoto acknowledged that after Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, the company shifted to a more casual-friendly approach to 3D Mario games, but with Odyssey they are looking to return to the more exploration-based gameplay seen in those earlier titles.
After having made the Galaxy games and 3D World, which were designed to appeal to a broader audience, Super Mario Odyssey will be "something a little bit more on the core side," Miyamoto said.
Nintendo is looking to "go back to the roots, to Mario Sunshine," Miyamoto said with regard to the upcoming Switch game. He noted that some players had trouble with the camera of aforementioned GameCube title, so with Odyssey they have "made sure the camera controls are really smooth and easy to use."
Splatoon 2 Feels Improved but More of the Same
I had the chance to play Splatoon 2 at the Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017 held at Tokyo Big Site. A sequel to the hit Wii U game, it felt like a fresh and more intense version of Splatoon, while preserving the feel of the original game.
First I played two 4-vs-4 rounds in Switch’s TV mode, using the Pro Controller; this was followed by a round in handheld mode, with the two Joy-Con controllers attached to each side of the Switch unit. As before, the aim of the game is to lead your team to victory by covering a greater area of the map in your team’s colored ink. Of course, there is also an advantage to be had in taking out rival Inklings with a well-aimed squirt.
The biggest new addition in the demo is the Splat Dualies weapon. This two-handed dual-wield weapon also gives the player the ability to Dodge Roll twice to evade attacks. With this weapon, you get two reticules (corresponding to the two guns) that cover a wider area. After you perform a dodge roll, the reticules merge temporarily to allow for a more accurate counter attack. It's already apparent that the Splat Dualies make close encounters even speedier, forcing oncoming opponents to rethink their next move. Also, the Splat Roller from the first game can now be swung vertically, while the Splat Charger retains charge even when moving quickly in squid form.
Splatoon 2 Feels Improved but More of the Same
I had the chance to play Splatoon 2 at the Nintendo Switch Presentation 2017 held at Tokyo Big Site. A sequel to the hit Wii U game, it felt like a fresh and more intense version of Splatoon, while preserving the feel of the original game.
First I played two 4-vs-4 rounds in Switch’s TV mode, using the Pro Controller; this was followed by a round in handheld mode, with the two Joy-Con controllers attached to each side of the Switch unit. As before, the aim of the game is to lead your team to victory by covering a greater area of the map in your team’s colored ink. Of course, there is also an advantage to be had in taking out rival Inklings with a well-aimed squirt.
The biggest new addition in the demo is the Splat Dualies weapon. This two-handed dual-wield weapon also gives the player the ability to Dodge Roll twice to evade attacks. With this weapon, you get two reticules (corresponding to the two guns) that cover a wider area. After you perform a dodge roll, the reticules merge temporarily to allow for a more accurate counter attack. It's already apparent that the Splat Dualies make close encounters even speedier, forcing oncoming opponents to rethink their next move. Also, the Splat Roller from the first game can now be swung vertically, while the Splat Charger retains charge even when moving quickly in squid form.
PowerA Reveals Nintendo Switch Accessory Line
PowerA has unveiled its line of Nintendo Switch accessories.
In the images below, you’ll see the Joy-Con Comfort Grip ($14.99), Joy-Con Charging Dock for up to four Joy-Con ($29.99), a Hybrid Cover with magnetic closure ($24.99), and a Switch messenger bag ($29.99).
All of the above will be available online and in stores this coming March. PowerA notes more accessories are planned for later this year.
There’s a heap of accessories coming alongside Switch this March. Earlier today IGN took a close-up look at the new Switch steering wheel, which comes in a pack of two for $14.99/£13.99. Retailer Hyperkin also announced six forthcoming accessories for Switch earlier this month.
PowerA Reveals Nintendo Switch Accessory Line
PowerA has unveiled its line of Nintendo Switch accessories.
In the images below, you’ll see the Joy-Con Comfort Grip ($14.99), Joy-Con Charging Dock for up to four Joy-Con ($29.99), a Hybrid Cover with magnetic closure ($24.99), and a Switch messenger bag ($29.99).
All of the above will be available online and in stores this coming March. PowerA notes more accessories are planned for later this year.
There’s a heap of accessories coming alongside Switch this March. Earlier today IGN took a close-up look at the new Switch steering wheel, which comes in a pack of two for $14.99/£13.99. Retailer Hyperkin also announced six forthcoming accessories for Switch earlier this month.
Fire Emblem Nintendo Direct Coming Next Week
Nintendo will broadcast a Fire Emblem Direct next week on Wednesday, January 18.
The upcoming Direct was announced during the Nintendo Switch Treehouse Live Stream and subsequently confirmed by Nintendo of America on Twitter.
The broadcast will air on Wednesday, January 18 at 2pm PT/5pm ET/10pm UK (Thursday, January 19 at 9am AET), during which we'll learn more about Fire Emblem Warriors, a new game from Koei Tecmo that was announced for Nintendo Switch during last night's presentation.
Fire Emblem Nintendo Direct Coming Next Week
Nintendo will broadcast a Fire Emblem Direct next week on Wednesday, January 18.
The upcoming Direct was announced during the Nintendo Switch Treehouse Live Stream and subsequently confirmed by Nintendo of America on Twitter.
The broadcast will air on Wednesday, January 18 at 2pm PT/5pm ET/10pm UK (Thursday, January 19 at 9am AET), during which we'll learn more about Fire Emblem Warriors, a new game from Koei Tecmo that was announced for Nintendo Switch during last night's presentation.
Super Bomberman R’s Battle Mode Hurt My Eyes
I spent way too much time blowing up my mates on SNES Bomberman, so an updated version on Nintendo Switch is definitely interesting. The story mode with boss battles and upgraded graphics as shown in the trailer below welcomes the game’s return after so long. Unfortunately, the hands-on demo we played had none of this and focused purely on the multiplayer Battle mode, for which I have mixed feelings.
Firstly, there’s nothing to really differentiate it from previous Bomberman games. Obviously, the concept – be the last man standing – remains, but the power-ups are identical too. Additional bombs, speed boost, increased blast range, the ability to kick bombs… If you’ve played any Bomberman game in the last 20 years it'll be very familar.
Your Guide to Preordering Nintendo Switch, Games & Accessories in the UK
The Nintendo Switch is due for release on March 3rd, 2017. Here is a complete guide on where to preorder your Nintendo Switch Console, along with its Games and Accessories.
Currently the cheapest place to pre-order the Nintendo Switch (Standard Grey) is with GameSeek who have it priced at £198.50.
For this price you get the console itself, left and right Joy-Con controllers, wrist-straps, the Joy-Con Grip, the Switch Dock, HDMI cable and AC adapter.
- GameSeek (Standard Grey) - £198.50
Your Guide to Preordering Nintendo Switch, Games & Accessories in the UK
The Nintendo Switch is due for release on March 3rd, 2017. Here is a complete guide on where to preorder your Nintendo Switch Console, along with its Games and Accessories.
Currently the cheapest place to pre-order the Nintendo Switch (Standard Grey) is with GameSeek who have it priced at £198.50.
For this price you get the console itself, left and right Joy-Con controllers, wrist-straps, the Joy-Con Grip, the Switch Dock, HDMI cable and AC adapter.
- GameSeek (Standard Grey) - £198.50