Yearly Archives: 2018
Little Nightmares Announced for Nintendo Switch
Little Nightmares is coming to Nintendo Switch in just a couple months.
Nintendo shared the news during today's Nintendo Direct. The Switch version will be the Complete Edition, which includes all eight chapters, as well as all previously released DLC.
Additionally, a special in-game mask can be unlocked with the Pac-Man amiibo.
Little Nightmares: Complete Edition launches for Nintendo Switch on May 18. The game was released last year for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. For our thoughts on why it's a "very welcome fresh take on horror," read IGN's Little Nightmares review.
Today's Nintendo Direct featured no shortage of exciting announcements, including official confirmation Super Smash Bros. is coming to Switch, a release date for Mario Tennis Aces, and much more.
Undertale Announced For Nintendo Switch
The quirky role-playing game Undertale was revealed to be coming to Nintendo Switch during today's Nintendo Direct.
While there's no release window, Nintendo simply stated the game would come to the handheld platform "eventually."
IGN awarded Undertale with a 10 for "Masterpiece" when it was released in 2015 on PC, stating it tells its story in such a dynamic way, and with such a great understanding of the RPG player’s mindset, that it couldn’t have been told in any other way.
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South Park: The Fractured But Whole Confirmed for Nintendo Switch
After its release on PS4, PC, and Xbox One last year, Ubisoft's South Park: The Fractured But Whole is officially coming to the Nintendo Switch on April 24.
DLC packs will arrive on April 24, followed by additional DLC later this year.
The Fractured But Whole saw the kids of Comedy Central's South Park trade in their fantasy role-playing for superhero identities, with a new, grid-based combat system. IGN's The Fractured But Whole Review. For more on all of the changes — and attempts to stay true to the South Park style — read IGN's in-depth interview with the Ubisoft leads behind The Fractured But Whole.
Octopath Traveler Release Date, Special Edition Announced
Square Enix made an appearance during today's Nintendo Direct to announce new details on its upcoming RPG Octopath Traveler, including its July 13 release date.
The game is getting a slick special edition, including a pop-up book emulating the style of the game and introducing all 8 characters and their places of origin, a map, "sound selection CD," and a coin based on the in-game currency.
Square Enix also introduced two new characters: Tressa the merchant and Alfyn the apothecary. Tressa's skill, purchase, let's her obtain special items from townsfolk while Alfyn can "worm out info" during conversations.
The job system was shown off during battles, as well. Each character has a base job and a second job, sort of like Bravely Default. The second job is equipped for use in battle and "expand your strategic options."
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story Coming to 3DS
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story is coming to Nintendo 3DS in 2019.
Nintendo announced the 3DS version during today's Nintendo Direct. This new version will include an updated look, as well as a previously untold story called Bowser Jr.'s Journey.
Bowser’s Inside Story was initially released on DS in 2009. For more on the original, check out IGN's Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story review.
During the Direct, Nintendo also announced a Luigi's Mansion remake for 3DS and confirmed Super Smash Bros. is finally coming to Switch in 2018.
No More Heroes: Travis Strikes Again Details Announced
During today's Nintendo Direct, new details were revealed about Grasshopper Manufacture's No More Heroes: Travis Strikes Again.
The Switch exclusive sees Travis Touchdown entering the game world of the legendary Death Drive Mark II console. Inside there are a seven different games that feature an assortment of action, racing, and puzzles, as well as a boss to defeat at the end of each one.
For a sneak peek at Travis Strikes Again in action, check out the gameplay reveal trailer below:
Additionally, the game will feature co-op multiplayer, where a friend can use one of the Joy-Cons to fight alongside as Bad Man, as well as an adventure mode that features a new story.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Confirmed for Nintendo Switch, 3DS
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, the Wii U puzzle game is officially coming to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS on July 13.
The updated version of Treasure Tracker will also include new levels based on Super Mario Odyssey, which Captain Toad cameoed in. New Donk City is confirmed to appear.
The Switch version can be played by two players using a split Joy-Con setup. One player controls Toad with a single Joy-Con, while the other player shoots turnips, among other capabilities.
The 3DS version will have 3D visuals and touch controls.
Captain Toad first released on the Wii U in 2014. IGN reviewed Treasure Tracker when it launched, giving it an 8.2, calling it "a smart, adorable puzzle game that presents some awesome locales and really rewards you for taking the time to unpack them."
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy Nintendo Switch Version Announced
The bandicoot is coming back to Nintendo, as Nintendo confirmed Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy for the Nintendo Switch, PC, and Xbox One on July 10.
The trilogy, which originally debuted exclusively on the PS4 on June 30, 2017 and IGN gave an 8.5 in our review, is a remade collection of the first three Crash Bandicoot platformers, which have never before been on non-PlayStation systems. The collection even gave way to DLC of a previously unreleased Crash level.
Mario Tennis Aces Release Date Revealed
During today's Nintendo Direct, Mario Tennis Aces on Switch got a release date of June 22. This confirms a leak from earlier today.
Alongside the date, Nintendo announced that before June, a Pre-Launch Online Tournament will take place. More details will come in the future.
Aces was announced back in January during a Nintendo Direct Mini. Its the 8th entry in Nintendo's sports franchise, which began back back in 2000 with Mario Tennis on the Nintendo 64. Aces will be the first Mario Tennis game to feature a Story Mode since Mario Tennis: Power Tour on the Game Boy Advance back in 2005.
Netflix Strikes Deal for Deadpool Creator’s Extreme Universe Characters
Deadpool creator Rob Liefeld's Extreme Universe movie franchise has landed at Netflix.
Deadline reports the streaming service acquired the rights to the film adaptations after a deal with Shangai-based Fundamental Films fell through. The plan is to create feature movies with a connective tissue, all based on the six Extreme Universe comic books.
The characters include Bloodwulf, Kaboom, Bloodstrike, Brigade, Lethal, Re-Gex, Nitro-Gen, and Cybrid, and they're all written in a similar subversive style as Deadpool, which became a huge hit for 20th Century Fox and Ryan Reynolds.