Nintendo Switch Game News and Releases.

21-06-2022 3:03pm

Fall Guys is free on all platforms now afaik

pixelburp · 22-06-2022 8:25am

I know a few people here had shared Baldo, with its gorgeous visuals, but apparently the released game was a bit of a hot mess. Well, turns out the game has been patched by the small dev team to the extent it's supposedly quite solid now:

https://youtu.be/C5yuYY17DBw

Mr E · 22-06-2022 9:43am

Watched that last night. Must give it another go.

Mr E · 22-06-2022 5:22pm

Elechead is out on Switch tomorrow. Well regarded on PC (see here for metacritic overview). An incredibly clever puzzle platformer.

For those with Brazilian eShop accounts, it's just under €4.

It's €8.99 in the EU.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkPml74Gukk

sligeach · 22-06-2022 6:02pm

I seen this trailer yesterday for Airoheart and I think it looks fantastic. Really nails the look and feel of the 16 bit greats.

Airoheart - Gameplay Trailer

https://youtube.com/watch?v=TDsa3bCVAdU

Airoheart is coming to PC and Consoles on September 30, 2022!

Our story begins in the land of Engard, where our beloved hero Airoheart sets out on a journey to stop his brother's diabolical plan to unleash an ancient evil that has been sealed in the shadows for generations, and to trigger a war using the power of the Draoidh Stone. Will you confront your own brother and stop him from executing his wicked plans?

Features

Engage in real-time combat

Fight your way through dangerous monsters in real-time combat. Plant bombs, cast spells, drink potions, and overcome the dangers of Engard.

Journey through an enchanting open world

Discover a beautifully handcrafted retro-inspired pixel art world featuring an overhead perspective that will take you back in time. Immerse yourself in a vast and captivating world bursting with life and unique characters.

Conquer dungeons and solve puzzles

Acquire weapons and armor, and learn magical abilities to overcome complex puzzles and unlock new areas to explore. Navigate your way through murky dungeons and watch out for deadly traps and vicious enemies.

Embark on a quest to save the world

Unravel a tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption piece by piece. Embark on an adventure to stop your brother from unleashing an ancient evil.

sligeach · 23-06-2022 2:43pm

No Man's Sky Nintendo Switch Edition - Release Date and Physical Edition Announcement

https://youtube.com/watch?v=nIks_7Ha9zg

Hello Games and Bandai Namco Europe today announce that the Nintendo Switch version of No Man’s Sky will be released worldwide on October 7th 2022. It will be available digitally through Nintendo’s own e-shop and physically through all good retailers. For the first time ever, a physical PlayStation 5 version will also be made available on the same day.

https://www.nomanssky.com

pixelburp · 23-06-2022 2:51pm

Draw distance looks a bit severe, with lo-res textures - which I'd expect from a Switch port. For those familiar with the game on PC, how does that trailer look for comparison?

mrcheez · 23-06-2022 5:17pm

Looks like the PSVR version

chrislad · 24-06-2022 9:32am

I see that Blade Runner, a remake of the 1997 game, was surprised released yesterday. Just under a tenner as well. I do recall loving the game when it came out, but being only 14 at the time, I can't say that I got most of it - might be worth a replay for that alone, as I do recall enjoying it (and having considerable satisfaction at my choice of ending)

chrislad · 24-06-2022 9:35am

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvAwB7ogkik

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119239486#Comment_119239486

I have a feeling that we are heading for v2 of this. I am highly dubious the Switch edition will look that good. I got NMS at launch and obviously was disappointed. I do have it sitting there to replay since all this work was done, so I do hear it's quite good now, but I can see performance issues etc for a Switch release.

mrcheez · 24-06-2022 10:16am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119242242#Comment_119242242

ah superb...

worth it just for this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRlK6pdgM5E

CiDeRmAn · 24-06-2022 10:27am

Loved the game at the time, being a total Bladerunner/ Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep fanboy.

And so cheap, I will have to pick it up.

mrcheez · 24-06-2022 10:37am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119242508#Comment_119242508

apparently a few bugs in it at present.. judging by the reviews, but will prob pick it up anyway and I'm sure they'll be resolved later

CiDeRmAn · 24-06-2022 11:00am

The Switch, with its massive eshop library, is fast becoming an economy Steamdeck!

pixelburp · 24-06-2022 11:04am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119242445#Comment_119242445

If SwitchUp is to be believed, Frank Klepacki, the composer for the game's music, didn't have any access or rights to the original soundtrack so had to listen to it manually & recreate it by ear alone.

xckjoo · 24-06-2022 11:45am

Loved the Blade Runner game. Got a couple of the endings but might have to pick it up again to get them all.

Just spotted Wreckfest is out on Switch now. Destruction Derby was one of my favorite racing games ever. Might have to pick this up too. Nostalgia is an expensive business...

Fysh · 24-06-2022 11:53am

I saw a review of the Blade Runner remake on PC that shows the graphics as a pretty ugly upres (original assets were lost so it's all been machine-learning upsample techniques) and bugs as well, including sound effects interrupting and ending the music on that balcony scene. Buyer beware I guess, at least for now.

johnny_ultimate · 24-06-2022 12:06pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119242910#Comment_119242910

Yep, it apparently looks very smeared and 'off'. Plus plenty of bug reports too. The older ScummVM version on GoG seems to be the best way to play if that's at all possible.

https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-blade-runner-games-new-remaster-looks-worse

To the developers' credit, this reverse-engineered, awkwardly up-ressed version seems to have been the only way to get the game onto consoles and the ScummVM version was apparently a no-go for porting. But just looking at those screenshots it really shows the limitations and consequences of AI-assisted up-res efforts. The changes might seem relatively small in isolation, but taken together they definitely have an impact on the look and feel of the game. I never played the original, but I'm always intrigued by these sort of restoration efforts and what's lost or gained in the process.

A definite troubled production and flawed result, but the game - even in compromised form - getting to consoles is likely something positive for anyone without a PC.

Fysh · 24-06-2022 12:11pm

I remember trying to play the original way back in the day but didn't get on with it. Might have to give the ScummVM version a go, even if it's just for the music...

johnny_ultimate · 24-06-2022 12:17pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119243001#Comment_119243001

The funny thing is the original / ScummVM versions of game clearly look weird and flawed anyway, full of obvious artefacting and pixellation. But kinda like how film grain works with film, those limitations seem to have somewhat worked to mask some of the rough edges. They're more obvious now with the smeary up-res effort.

25-06-2022 1:15am

Didn't realise that this pretty cool metroidvania was coming to switch (mid July apparently), especially as it's quite impressive on the graphical front.

Already really well-reviewed on the more powerful platforms

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMxf0xbwu_A

Looks like a resolution / blurgrade hit from the trailer - still will keep the hopes up

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUBVL60_iQg

sligeach · 27-06-2022 4:46pm

Metroid Prime Games Are Coming To Nintendo Switch - Report

https://www.gamespot.com/articles/metroid-prime-games-are-coming-to-nintendo-switch-report/1100-6504912/

Sorry, I should add, this isn't confirmed. It's still a rumour.

"Metroid Prime Remastered is reportedly only a few months away, with remastered versions of the second and third games also planned.

According to Jeff Grubb of GameSpot's sister site Giant Bomb, Nintendo is planning to release Metroid Prime Remastered this holiday season, likely to match up with the 20th anniversary. He also said it's possible dual-stick and gyro controls could both be included, and the improvements will likely be greater in Metroid Prime than in 2 or 3."

27-06-2022 5:24pm

I really can’t put any faith into Jeff Grubbs statements. He’s been saying things like Wind Waker and Twilight Princess are coming to Switch for years. The Metroid Prime remake/remaster isn’t exactly a new rumour either. They trot out these rumours every few months. Sure they’ll be “right” eventually if you keep saying “it’s coming” for literal years.

Also, I don’t get how Gamespot can call this a “report”. It’s a comment from a guy on a podcast who really doesn’t have any true insider knowledge.

tbahh · 27-06-2022 5:41pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119258186#Comment_119258186

Agreed.

Everything from the Wii U has been or will be recycled for the Switch. Except Star Fox Zero, I can't see that happening.

And been rumours for Metroid Prime Trilogy for years. It will be greedy of Nintendo to release them individually though and now I expect this to happen.

sligeach · 27-06-2022 8:38pm

Nier Automata could be coming to Switch, journalist suggests

THE SAME JOURNALIST RECENTLY CORRECTLY REPORTED THAT A NINTENDO DIRECT WOULD BE HELD THIS WEEK

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nier-automata-could-be-coming-to-switch-journalist-suggests/

CastorTroy · 27-06-2022 8:57pm

I just played the PS4 version recently and liked it.

sligeach · 27-06-2022 11:42pm

https://twitter.com/Nibellion/status/1541532730479050753

Those in charge of the Spanish Ubisoft site must have caught wind of the leak, because when I checked it now, it just says launching in 2022.

Screenshots and information on the game have leaked as well. You'll find it all in the link.

https://gonintendo.com/contents/5605-ubisoft-store-lists-mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-for-october-20th

CastorTroy · 28-06-2022 12:09am

Big difference between the leaks and all for this and the first game. Remember the reaction to the leaked images before the E3 reveal for the first game and now people are looking forward to any info they can get about this one, as well as the game itself.

Retr0gamer · 28-06-2022 11:32am

Shin-Chan: Me And The Professor On Summer Vacation has me very excited. Read so much about the series and loved 'Attack of the Friday Monsters' so looking forward to finally playing a game in the series.

sligeach · 28-06-2022 3:34pm

For anyone who didn't watch the Mini Partner Direct earlier.

The Persona series is coming to Nintendo Switch!

https://youtube.com/watch?v=IZaK1n_0r5o

Persona 5 Royal launches 21st October this year. Also getting Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Gaiden, classed as "coming soon".

sligeach · 28-06-2022 3:36pm

Nintendo Treehouse Plays LIVE A LIVE - Nintendo Switch

https://youtube.com/watch?v=4pa_AlzOnTM

mrcheez · 28-06-2022 6:49pm

Well damn, didn't see this coming?

https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Switch-download-software/Portal-Companion-Collection-2168991.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=portalcompanioncollection%7Cnoe_announcement_280622

Mr E · 01-07-2022 12:21pm

Following on from that ↑↑, someone has found a version of Half Life 2 embedded in the collection above. Semi playable too.

https://www.gamesradar.com/half-life-2-code-is-hidden-in-the-new-portal-switch-release-and-someones-already-playing-it/?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=socialflow-onm&utm_medium=social

CiDeRmAn · 04-07-2022 11:51am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119275476#Comment_119275476

I think that expresses my feelings on the matter

Mr E · 04-07-2022 12:02pm

I remember trying (and failing) to download Half Life 2 over dial-up in 2004! It kept timing out and restarting.

It's almost 20 years old now, and the Switch could definitely (probably) run it well. 🙂

CiDeRmAn · 05-07-2022 8:21am

Half Life 2 and the subsequent episodes on Switch would be very cool indeed.

If they can get Team Fortress and Counter Strike on there as well, could be massive

Fysh · 05-07-2022 8:34am

I don't know how much interest anyone new to the game would maintain in HL2, to be honest - I remember it being great at the time, but the design of FPS games has evolved since. Attempts to revisit it since have not been entirely forgiving (the Episodes fare better due to their length), and even the Minerva mod (a fantastic demonstration of level design using real-world design principles rather than set-dressing-for-corridors principles) feels fairly of-its-time now.

Of course, I'm talking as someone who played it on release - maybe someone playing it for the first time now might find it interestingly different...

johnny_ultimate · 05-07-2022 2:14pm

Personally I think HL2 has aged extraordinarily well. Not without its quirks to modern eyes, of course, but booting it up on the Steam Deck recently shows just what a remarkable job they did. Aesthetically it holds up extraordinarily well - for a nearly 20-year-old game, it still looks insanely good. Its physics-based design is still something of an outlier in the genre. And while the FPS has certainly changed and diversified in the interim years, very few games have tried to do what HL did in terms of narrative-driven, linear FPS design. In fact, the only game that has really taken what HL2 and its episodes did and moved forward with it is HL Alyx!

I haven't played the whole thing through in a while, granted, and no doubt there are parts that have aged more than others. But few games outside, well, Nintendo games have aged as elegantly as the HL2 games.

Fysh · 05-07-2022 3:26pm

Horses for courses, but I could do with never again playing a mute character with apparently beer-flavoured nipples to whom every NPC exposits at length about the plot.

The bridge crossing level and the dune buggy stuff come to mind as things I wouldn't be arsed wading through again, though again I might feel differently if I'd never played it before...

sligeach · 06-07-2022 2:17pm

Nintendo Switch – OLED Model Splatoon 3 Edition

https://youtube.com/watch?v=DyorskmvFSg

This Nintendo Switch – OLED Model Splatoon 3 Edition launches August 26th!

https://twitter.com/NintendoEurope/status/1544670487917232128

Better images of the Pro Controller.

https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/1544667690484252672

06-07-2022 2:23pm

There’s your new Switch hardware model.

Irish Halo · 06-07-2022 3:52pm

If I can buy a physical copy of Splatoon 3 and it comes with that Pro Controller I'd be tempted. Don't need a new OLED Switch🤣

mrcheez · 06-07-2022 5:19pm

That controller just looks wrong.

Looks like a car with a miscoloured wing

sligeach · 07-07-2022 1:14am

Growbot Trailer Nintendo Switch

https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q1tdWC0Jx2k

A beautiful point&click adventure about a robot saving her home.

https://ashgames.com/GrowbotSwitchUS | https://ashgames.com/GrowbotSwitchEU

Growbot is a 2D point&click adventure about a robot saving her home from a dark crystalline force. Set upon a beautiful biopunk space station bursting with fantastic plants and aliens, you play as Nara, a growbot in training to become a captain. When your station home is attacked by rapidly growing crystals, it's down to you to save it.

The game is inspired by classic adventure games like Loom, modern adventure games like Machinarium, and aims to appeal to both seasoned and new gamers.

Features

• Explore a beautiful space station and repair its strange machinery.

• Interact with fantastic plants and aliens.

• Use your Brain(apilla) to solve puzzles.

• Collect the sounds of flowers and combine them to create powerful shields.

sligeach · 09-07-2022 2:27pm

Dutch retailer lists Oddworld: Soulstorm for Nintendo Switch

https://mynintendonews.com/2022/07/09/dutch-retailer-lists-oddworld-soulstorm-for-nintendo-switch/

Mr E · 10-07-2022 8:33pm

I'm tempted to pre-order F.I.S.T. Forged in Shadow Torch before the launch discount ends on Tuesday. The game is out on Tuesday.

It was a well received Metroidvania when it came out - about 80 metacritic for PC/PS5.

The worry I have is that it's an Unreal Engine game, and it did have performance issues on PS5 (so God only knows what it will be like on Switch)

Hopefully some reviews (or even previews) come out tomorrow.

FYI It's €26.99 here with launch discount (€29.99 after that).

However you'll get change from €15 on the Mexican or Brazilian eShops (it goes just over €16 there after launch)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQbh1xu4tsA

pixelburp · 11-07-2022 6:34am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119318902#Comment_119318902

This looked pretty tasty but then you said Unreal Engine. Fingers crossed they made a modicum of effort with the port.

Mr E · 11-07-2022 6:43pm

Seems to be getting around 6 or 7 out of 10 on a few different sites. I'll hold on for a while and see if it gets patched.

Performance issues and very slow load times.

pixelburp · 12-07-2022 10:56am

Yup, that SwitchUp channel on YouTube says it handles well, and is a solid Metroidvania but all the usual Unreal Engine 4 problems on Switch raise their ugly head. Perhaps worth waiting for a patch.

CastorTroy · 12-07-2022 2:29pm

New multiplayer Kirby

https://youtu.be/qOGQv0hJNJ8

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