Nintendo Switch Game News and Releases.

CastorTroy · 06-07-2023 8:21pm

The spectators for that Los Angeles Laps track look a bit dodgy.

12-07-2023 2:39am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120813623#Comment_120813623

And it’s live. Great to see Kamek / Magikoopa getting vindicated after being cut from Mario Kart 64 beta.

sligeach · 13-07-2023 6:43pm

TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge - Dimension Shellshock - DLC Trailer – Nintendo Switch

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge - Dimension Shellshock DLC is coming later this year to Nintendo Switch!

Get your pizza order in and get ready to shred between dimensions in the brand new survival mode for TMNT: Shredder's Revenge! Collect crystals, upgrade your character, and mutate into your foes for an interdimensional brawl!

sligeach · 13-07-2023 8:44pm

EA SPORTS FC 24 - Pre-order Trailer - Nintendo Switch

https://youtube.com/watch?v=ove7rc4dFRs

EA SPORTS FC 24 is coming to Nintendo Switch on September 29, 2023!

EA SPORTS FC 24 is a new era for The World’s Game, with PlayStyles optimized by Opta and a revolutionized Frostbite Engine powering the most true-to-football experience ever, plus a full Ultimate Team experience which welcomes women’s footballers to the pitch, VOLTA FOOTBALL, and Clubs now all on Nintendo Switch.

So EA are using the Frostbite Engine on the Switch for the first time on their footie game(they did previously use it on Plants Vs Zombies). But I was thinking to myself why now for a franchise that sells poorly on Switch and accounts for single digits in terms of % of total sales from all platforms. Maybe it's because they've lost the FIFA license and had to do work anyway to change the game, and so decided to use the Frostbite Engine.

Or, maybe there's another Nintendo platform launching in the next year that convinced EA to renew their effort and will get an enhanced port.

CiDeRmAn · 13-07-2023 10:45pm

It could be a very clever effort on their part, though late, to bring something players want from their Switches, to be able to play the game on the go that they have on their PS5.

I wonder if they'll be a network enabled system to port your teams back and forth from the EA servers, that could make it essential for FIFA players, together with ad-hoc wireless multiplayer and a simplified control system that might allow two or more players on one Switch.

pixelburp · 14-07-2023 4:06pm

Honestly maybe it's just a realisation that with a modicum of effort they could offer a football game on Switch that's kinda lacking, cos AFAIK there aren't any strong football games on the platform? Unless those "legacy edition" versions sell like hot cakes it must be a totally untapped market at this stage.

sligeach · 14-07-2023 5:57pm

"Unless those "legacy edition" versions sell like hot cakes it must be a totally untapped market at this stage."

They don't. I can remember reading stories like this.

Switch version only accounted for 1% of the physical version sales of FIFA 18 in the UK

https://nintendoeverything.com/switch-version-only-accounted-for-1-of-the-physical-version-sales-of-fifa-18-in-the-uk/

And it was far from a once off.

FIFA 20 Switch Made Up 1% Of All FIFA 20 Sales In UK

https://nintendosoup.com/fifa-20-switch-made-up-1-of-all-fifa-20-sales-in-uk/

And it got worse with the Legacy Edition's. And remember they're significantly cheaper than the next gen versions. Although I see for the most recent FIFA 23.

"Sony's consoles dominated FIFA 23's sales, with 41% of the copies shifted going to the PS5, now the biggest retail platform for the football series, and 30% going to PS4.

The Xbox One represented 17% of all sales, followed by Nintendo's Switch and the Xbox Series, both at 6%. Launch sales for FIFA 23 on Switch were 20% higher than FIFA 22."

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/fifa-23-boxed-launch-beats-fifa-22-uk-physical-charts

We'll see how FC 24 sells on Switch now. It doesn't have the cheaper price on Switch this time, which will go against it.

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£35/€40/$40 versus £55/€60/$60. It's €10/$10 more for next gen platforms and Switch is only getting the standard edition, while PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC are also getting the Ultimate Edition.

johnny_ultimate · 14-07-2023 6:11pm

’The Legacy editions’ of FIFA games have been a borderline scam - silly prices for what’s a glorified patch for an old game. A truly cynical practice.

If they’ve actually made a new game for the Switch - and it appears they have - then that’s a lot more reasonable and would justify a price increase. Although whether EA is justified charging full price in the first place given the Ultimate Team racket is another discussion altogether.

sligeach · 19-07-2023 10:11am

Grubb Says Metroid Prime 2 for Switch is Coming “Relatively Soonish”; Again Mentions Something Zelda-Related

https://wccftech.com/grubb-metroid-prime-2-zelda/

CiDeRmAn · 21-07-2023 11:44pm

That is great news, always wanted to get back into it, an amazing game

27-07-2023 2:59am

More Zelda goodness coming to Switch

https://youtu.be/YBbd_ttqlpA

evad_lhorg · 27-07-2023 11:30am

Hopefully that's not the "something Zelda related" mentioned previous.

sligeach · 27-07-2023 11:56am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120902762#Comment_120902762

Well Jeff Grubb did say "it was probably this".

https://twitter.com/JeffGrubb/status/1684372326555475968

sligeach · 28-07-2023 10:56am

Leaked Red Dead Redemption Remaster Could Come To Switch

https://www.thegamer.com/red-dead-redemption-remaster-nintendo-switch-release/

https://twitter.com/TezFunz2/status/1684663953786384384

31-07-2023 2:57pm

RUMOR: Nintendo's next generation console set to launch 2024, dev-kits in the hands of major game studios

Shame if the base model isn't OLED. 2024, after all MK8 DLC is released, has been my suspicion for a long long time.

https://gonintendo.com/contents/23801-rumor-nintendo-s-next-generation-console-set-to-launch-2024-dev-kits-in-the-hands-of

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/sources-nintendo-switch-2-targets-2024-with-next-gen-console/

Len_007 · 31-07-2023 6:49pm

Bring back 3D gaming on the go I say

RobbingBandit · 07-08-2023 3:53pm

https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2023/08/surprise-red-dead-redemption-blasts-onto-switch-next-week

Yippee Ki-Yay Mutha Truckers

Mr E · 07-08-2023 3:54pm

Red Dead Redemption is coming to switch on August 17th, with physical coming in October. Includes Undead Nightmare

I think after GTA Trilogy, people will be waiting for reviews this time.

https://youtu.be/jbi2Hqmcyq8

pixelburp · 07-08-2023 3:55pm

Reviews? Screw that I'll wait for patches before touching that!

Tom Mann Centuria · 07-08-2023 4:09pm

Enjoyed RDR (on PS3) far more than the follow up (on Xbox One), so I'll probably get this for the delights of handheld play, providing reviews are acceptable.

07-08-2023 5:13pm

Yeah I’d be interested in RDR on Switch if it runs well enough. It’s been on my “backlog / wishlist” for a while. If it had cross-save with Xbox that’d be icing on the cake.

sligeach · 07-08-2023 10:53pm

The rumour was somewhat right. €50 for a port of a 2010 game? Nope, not a remake or a remaster. I know what this deserves. ➰ What's the bet that the Switch physical release in October is borked like so many others? Rockstar have barely tried on Switch, they don't deserve any success. And GTA Trilogy on Switch was a crime.

Doodah7 · 08-08-2023 8:14am

The physical release will depend on the size of the game I suppose. Although given that it is an old game, perhaps the file size won't be too huge. Otherwise this will be like LA Noire with a large download supplementing the cartridge.

I'll be waiting on reviews and a first sale before purchasing but I know I will end up getting it as I adored RDR2.

Mr E · 08-08-2023 11:05am

No real bargains for RDR on the international eshop list either.

Fysh · 08-08-2023 11:26am

Just checked the eshop out of nosiness - £40 is quite the ask for a 13-year old game, although it being pulled from PSN last year reduces the immediately obvious "why would you pay this?" question.

Me, I picked up a PS3 copy from a charity shop years ago for about £3 and still haven't touched it, so I'm certainly not going to fork out New Game Money to put it on my Switch backlog...

CastorTroy · 08-08-2023 12:12pm

I have it through PS Plus. Never played it.

sligeach · 09-08-2023 9:12pm

Flashback 2 | New Washington Trailer | Microids Studio Lyon / Paris & Paul Cuisset

https://youtube.com/watch?v=s44JbOO32Fk

Conrad is back! 30 years after Flashback, Paul Cuisset's mythical game, which made the licence known worldwide, is back with this new sci-fi action-adventure game! Flashback 2 will be available on November 2023.

Flashback was ahead of its time and offered great innovations with superb character animations. A true pioneer in 1992, the game also achieved legendary status in video games thanks to its rich and engaging story.

This classic video game is regularly ranked among the top 100 games of all time! Now it's getting a makeover to mark its 30th anniversary, and this brand new 2.5D version of Flashback 2...

After his victory over the "Master Brain" in the first episode, Conrad and his allies are once again confronted with the Morphs, who threaten all civilizations.

Moreover, his friend Ian, who has answers to many of Conrad's questions, has just been kidnapped in front of him... A trick of the Morphs? For what purpose? It's up to you to find out...

Help him and his allies to solve this delicate and dangerous investigation through 5 levels full of action and shoot-outs and to fight the Morphs who are preparing a machiavellian plan for total control of the solar system...

Tom Mann Centuria · 09-08-2023 10:13pm

Microids tend to make pretty average games, not terrible, very whelming, and often based on mid tier IP like Asterix (who I love but it's never going to cause any shockwaves in the mainstream) It'll be interesting to see what they do with that icon anyhoo.

CiDeRmAn · 09-08-2023 11:22pm

I know it's an older game now, but RDR is one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had.

Certainly, the change in background music as you cross the border into Mexico is simply beautiful.

The game channels every pleasurable moment I didn't watching westerns when I was a child, just brilliant.

It is expensive though, so I'll probably wait, especially when I can play it for free on my Xbox Series X

Mr.Saturn · 10-08-2023 4:11am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120958582#Comment_120958582

Had the moment in question ruined for me by a pack of damn coyotes.

sligeach · 10-08-2023 7:00pm

Hot on the heels of yesterday's rumour...

Quake 2 Enhanced tomorrow

https://www.reddit.com/r/GamingLeaksAndRumours/comments/15myxdw/quake_2_enhanced_tomorrow/

Comes the official announcement of Quake 2.

https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Nintendo-Switch-download-software/Quake-II-2430014.html

It's €9.99.

Quake II - Official Launch Trailer - Nintendo Switch

https://youtube.com/watch?v=DbbuxwSv81w

Reintroducing Quake II, the legendary sci-fi action FPS. This enhanced version features new content, online multiplayer/co-op with crossplay, and more!

Tom Mann Centuria · 10-08-2023 10:00pm

I'll be buying Quake 2, very hard to resist at a tenner.

mrcheez · 11-08-2023 10:15am

Hope Q3 Arena comes eventually too

although a google shows this...

assuming that's some sort of 3133+ hax?

WeleaseWoderick · 11-08-2023 10:34am

Bought Quake 2 immediately yesterday after seeing the release. Only got to play about 30 mins last night but it plays great. Way harder than I remember though!

Really like all these classic FPS releases on the Switch. I have Doom, Doom 2, Doom 64, Quake, Quake 2 and Duke Nukem 3D at this stage! Just waiting on Turok and Turok 2 to go on sale before picking those up.

sligeach · 11-08-2023 8:40pm

SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY! | Reveal Trailer

https://youtube.com/watch?v=yEv35KH-DXQ

An all-new South Park game is coming… in 3D. Join Cartman, Stan, Kyle and Kenny, in three-dimensional glory, to celebrate the most magical day in any young child’s life - a snow day! Grab up to three friends and battle your way through the snow-piled streets of South Park on a quest to save the world and enjoy a day without school.

SOUTH PARK: SNOW DAY! available in 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox X|S and Nintendo Switch.

It's probably coming to Switch 2 as well, but it's not the right time to reveal that right now.

CiDeRmAn · 12-08-2023 10:24am

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120964191#Comment_120964191

Indeed, I logged onto Steam and installed the new update and it's fantastic.

I do think my younger self who played it at launch was much better at it than the old fart that remains, it's hard!

RobbingBandit · 12-08-2023 7:26pm

Picked up Tunic in Smyths for €44.99 have had it preordered a few weeks now art book is nice probably not the flashiest ever game looks very nice but it's gone on the to do list.

mrcheez · 13-08-2023 10:00am

Ooh nice didn't know q2 was a free upgrade on steam.

BTW this is about €7 on South Africa store

SuperBowserWorld · 13-08-2023 7:23pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120970426#Comment_120970426

Was really enjoying that game on GamePass and then the first boss was ridiculously hard. So I can't imagine how much harder the others get. It'd definitely be better if they sorted out that difficulty spike.

Mr E · 13-08-2023 7:47pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120973791#Comment_120973791

Check the settings. There are accessibility options to make the game easier.

Turn on infinite stamina at least. You can also make yourself (almost) invincible and just enjoy the exploration and puzzles.

sligeach · 17-08-2023 2:20am

TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge - Dimension Shellshock DLC | Available August 31

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MXJRU-JsHmM

A multiversal melee awaits! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge - Dimension Shellshock DLC is coming on August 31 on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

Show off your ninja skills with fan-favorite Karai joining the fight! Catch a glimpse of the Foot Clan’s fiercest fighter as she charges enemies with lightning-fast moves alongside her four favorite Turtles. Karai joins the razor-sharp Miyamoto Usagi, star of the Usagi Yojimbo comic book series. With both at your side there’s no stopping the Turtles as they kick, punch and party their way across the various new worlds in Dimension Shellshock’s Survival Mode.

SuperBowserWorld · 17-08-2023 12:36pm

RDR1 getting pretty decent reviews on Switch.

Mr E · 17-08-2023 8:39pm

Vampire Survivors (plus DLC) came out today. It's like crack. Better with a joystick than phone touchscreen too.

Blasphemous 2 is getting great reviews too (out next week). Spicy enough pricing though (about €27). About a tenner less for Mexicans.

sligeach · 23-08-2023 7:59am

Little Nightmares III – Announcement Trailer

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

Are you ready to return to the Nowhere, little ones? This time, face your childhood fears together.

Len_007 · 23-08-2023 2:31pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120990117#Comment_120990117

I’ve never played it. Might wait till a price drop

SuperBowserWorld · 23-08-2023 2:55pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/121016745#Comment_121016745

I have it on xbox series x, and never really started it. Was waiting to see what the new versions would add, nothing new for Xbox, will play it there. It's 4K on Xbox one x / series X ... Anyway ... Supposed to be an excellent game. And the Switch got a very good version of it.

sligeach · 23-08-2023 5:15pm

SteamWorld Build | Release Date Reveal Trailer

https://youtube.com/watch?v=gz0V9Z9SPgk

Coming to Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Playstation 5, Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One and Game Pass on December 1st 2023.

In SteamWorld Build, you must escape a dying planet by building a mining town to dig up vital long-lost technology. Meet the ever-growing needs of your citizens, trade resources and defend your mine from the creatures that lurk below.

Tom Mann Centuria · 23-08-2023 5:51pm

Love the steamworld games, so I dare say this will get added to the collection.

29-08-2023 3:33pm

Next Direct on Thursday 31st August for Super Mario Wonder

https://twitter.com/NintendoEurope/status/1696523471063511259?s=20

sligeach · 31-08-2023 11:30am

Beyond Good and Evil 20th Anniversary Edition leaked by US ratings board

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/beyond-good-and-evil-20th-anniversary-edition-leaked-by-us-ratings-board/

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