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Pixel art action game Blood Lines: Magicians' Chase2 now available on Switch
Confront the Vampire Lord!
PLiCy has announced that Blood Lines: Magicians’ Chase2 is available now as a Nintendo Switch exclusive. This is a retro pixel art action game that’s on the Switch eShop for $11.99. Until May 14th, 2024, you can also get a 20% discount, reducing the price to $9.59. Check out the launch trailer above, or find more info below.
Type [X] Studio, renowned for their expertise in 2D pixel action indie games, has announced the latest installment in their gaming series. Following the success of “Magicians’ Chase: Missing Curry Recipe”, released for the Nintendo Switch in 2022, the beloved characters Layka and Sakura will make their return in the new game.
To enhance the gaming experience, Type [X] Studio has recorded select voiceovers in Japanese for pivotal scenes, adding depth and authenticity to the narrative.
Game Synopsis: Layka Graves, daughter of a legendary Vampire Hunter, embarks on a perilous quest through the Mysterious Castle with her maid, Shijo Sakura. They join forces with Miretta, a church priest, and Geed, a boy with enigmatic vampire abilities, to confront the Vampire Lord.
Key Features:
- A brand-new game challenging the Vampire Lord’s castle!
- Switch between numerous allies with the L/R buttons to advance!
- Crisp difficulty level for everyone to enjoy!
- Beginner-friendly with a tutorial included!
- Use SUB-WEAPONS to defeat formidable foes!
Nintendo mobile games Fire Emblem Heroes and Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp have both received a content update. Check out the full details for each game below via perfectly-nintendo.com.
Fire Emblem Heroes
- [Events] Round 2 of the latest Voting Gauntlet event, Masters of Magic, is now live. It features the following match-ups: Lewyn vs Gharnef, Celica vs Lysithea. Check out the special website for more details and up to date results! (available until May 6th)
- [Quests] A new set of Quests is now live: Voting Gauntlet (available until May 6th)
- [Summoning] A new Summoning Focus Revival is now live: A Season for Picnics (4 ★SHSR). It features the following Special Heroes: Genny (Dressed with Care), Felicia (Off the Menu), Flora (Signature Dish), and Lukas (Buffet for One) (available until May 14th)
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
- [Log-in Bonus] To kick off the 2nd half of the latest Garden Event, all players can now claim the following as special Log-in Bonus: magenta-daisy seed x20 (available until May 10th)
- [Cookies] A returning Fortune Cookie and related set of Stamp Trade rewards are now available: Maelle’s mall cookie, Shari’s cottage cookie, Pecan’s house cookie (available until May 7th)
Balatro was primarily inspired by Cantonese card game Big Two
I can't wait for the sequel, Big Three
When Western gamers see the roguelike hit Balatro, the first card game that likely comes to their minds is poker. As it turns out, poker wasn’t the primary inspiration behind the title. According to designer LocalThunk, that honor goes to a lesser known Cantonese card game called Big Two.
Big Two is a gambling game in which players are trying to get rid of all their cards (similar to Crazy Eights, or Uno). In the premiere episode of a podcast called Dear Dwyery, LocalThunk delves into the history of Balatro, including its origins and influences. According to him, the game was given poker-like aesthetics to make it more palatable to players unfamiliar with Big Two.
“I think there’s a contingent of people more willing to interface with a game if it’s talking about blinds, discards, and all these words. It was like an onboarding tool, a coat of paint to make this seem approachable for a particular audience.”
LocalThunk also notes that Big Two “thematically doesn’t have a lot going on,” which explains why poker was a better fit for a video game. In any case, it seems like he made the right call, as the game has proven to be a big hit since its release.
Click here to listen to the full podcast for a deep dive into the making of Balatro.
Musashi vs Cthulhu gets a May 16th, 2024 release on Switch
Who are you rooting for?
QUByte Interactive has shared a new trailer for Musashi vs. Cthulhu, an action game set in feudal Japan with Lovecraft elements. The trailer also reveals the Nintendo Switch release date for the game as May 16, 2024.
A Switch eShop listing for the game hasn’t gone up yet, though the game is currently available in Early Access on Steam. We’ll have to wait to see what the Switch pricing looks like. Until then, watch the new trailer above, or find more details below.
Musashi vs Cthulhu (or MxC) is a fast paced action game where you take control of Musashi - the most famous warrior from feudal Japan -,as he’s fighting for his life.
The ronin is a victim of a terrible curse that makes him a target for unspeakable monsters. In each match, hordes of monsters spawns endlessly and attack until there’s no one standing.
The enemies comes from both sides of the screen and must be attacked with precise blows to bulging weak spots shown in their bodies. Challenge your friends to see who is the coldest and most precise warrior, even when facing impossible odds.
- Frenetic gameplay that will require both your attention and reflexes
- 5 different enemies to know and master
- Challenge your friends in weekly, monthly and all time Leaderboards
Please Fix The Road coming to Switch on May 16th, 2024
They said the magic word
Arielek has announced that their puzzle game Please Fix The Road will be arriving on Switch in just a couple of weeks, on May 16th, 2024. The game has been available on Steam for a while now, but this date will make its debut on home consoles.
The game will be available for $9.99 on the Switch eShop. Click here to view its official store page, or see more details below.
(Possibly) the prettiest, most relaxing road-fixing puzzle game ever! The roads are broken again. And so are paths. Sidewalks. Lakes(???) Oh dear. And now it’s your job to fix them all!
Each level gives you a limited set of tools that will help you get all the cars, boats, trains or animals from point A to point B. The mentioned animals include, of course, kittens, dogs and… cute ‘ol pink llamas.
Your tools of mass destruction (and repair) will let you destroy, rotate, copy, swap, raise, lower, push or move different segments of roads. And lakes. And paths. And more!
Your road repair doesn’t have to be beautiful, it just needs to get the job done! So please… Fix the road and have fun!
Switch version of Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon will include unmodified art book
The PS4 version has "graphic modifications"
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon is a visual novel that’s getting a Western release on June 27, 2024. There will also be a special limited edition physical version that comes with an art book. Today, the game’s developer made an announcement on Twitter that the art book that comes with the PS4 version of the game will have some modifications made to it, while the Switch version will not.
Exactly what those modifications entail, we don’t know, but it apparently applies to only two pages of the book. These modifications are “due to differing platform publishing policies”. In other words, it sounds like there’s some risque or otherwise objectionable content that Sony felt the need to alter in some way. (These alterations apply only to the art book apparently, as the game will be the same version on either platform.)
If you’re a purist who’s after the unmodified version of this art book, then the Switch version is your only way to get it without importing. Once the game is released, comparisons between the two versions will no doubt crop up online for those who are curious about the differences. Below, check out the developer’s official announcement.
SMITE has been updated to Ver. 11.4 (Bonus) which includes various tweaks for items and gods, and bugfixes. You can see the patch notes for this update below.
BUG FIXES
Geb
- Rollout
- Fixed a bug that was causing Geb to knock up minions.
Bastet
- Razor Whip
- Fixed a bug that was causing the first tick of Razor Whip to deal less damage.
Ne Zha
- Armillary Sash
- Fixed a bug that was causing the camera to be unlocked when firing this ability.
Sphinx’s Bauble
- In 11.4, this item had its cost increased to 2800. Initially, the item was supposed to be at 2900 gold, but upon further discussion, we will be leaving it at 2800 gold.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance "An Ideal World" trailer
What a wonderful world...
ATLUS has shared a brand new trailer for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance titled “An Ideal World”. It’s about two minutes long and shows off new aspects of the characters, world, and combat system. You can check it out up above. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will be available on Switch on June 14th, 2024. Click here to pre-order.
An ideal world comes at a cost: The eradication of humans and demons. Protect your friends and the fate of all humanity in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance!
Embark on this definitive version of the critically acclaimed Shin Megami Tensei V, massively expanded with a brand-new storyline featuring new locations, demons, and choices to make that will dictate the fate of all existence.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance consists of two complete story paths: experience a brand-new route, the “Canon of Vengeance” - a dramatic tale of revenge by the fallen, centered around new characters and an enigmatic cohort of demons, the Qadištu, who plot their own dark designs apart from the war of those who fight to maintain order and those who seek to defy it. Or explore the original story told in Shin Megami Tensei V, the “Canon of Creation” - an eternal conflict between angels and demons, in which the protagonist fights for the world’s fate.
When a grisly murder scene in modern-day Tokyo blocks our protagonist’s walk home, an unplanned detour leaves him buried and unconscious. He awakens in a new Tokyo, a wasteland ravaged by apocalypse now called Da’at… but before bloodthirsty demons can claim his life, a savior emerges, and the two of them unite to become a mighty being, neither human nor demon: a Nahobino.
With newfound power, the protagonist ventures through Da’at, an enigmatic realm filled with mythical deities and demonic tyrants in constant conflict for survival. Searching for answers, the protagonist must forge his own path in a battle between angels and demons to dictate the fate of the world.
Zelda movie director says he'll "be ambitious" and "keep the money on the screen"
He might need the Giant's Wallet
A live action Legend of Zelda movie is officially in the works, with the project being helmed by director Wes Ball. Before that movie gets rolling however, Ball still has to promote his upcoming film Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. That’s why he took part in a Reddit AMA this week.
Now, Ball insisted that he couldn’t say anything about the Legend of Zelda movie just yet, but that didn’t stop some Redditors from trying. Predictably, nothing major was revealed here, but Ball did share some of his thoughts and feelings about the project.
Below, check out the highlights of Zelda-adjacent questions from Reddit users along with Ball’s replies:
bz667: How the legend of zelda movie is going?
Ball: I know I’m gonna get a ton of Zelda questions. Sorry to disappoint, but I can’t say anything about it for now… Just that I love Zelda and I’ll work my ass off to make something great for us.
Zfancyman14: What lessons learned from Apes will you carry with you to Zelda?
Ball: Keep the money on the screen. Be ambitious. Be confident in the talent around you. Try to do something great.
AgentSkidMarks: Has your work on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes given you any experience or inspiration that you think will help you with the upcoming Zelda movie?
Ball: Of course. You learn stuff on every movie you make. I learned a TON on this film.
Fine_Land_1974: If the film does well, are there plans in place to extend the series?
Ball: Yes. We’d love to continue with the story and characters.
OnePassenger4597: Will john cena play navi in the zelda movie?
Ball: You never know.
Okay, so that last comment was most likely tongue in cheek, but stranger things have happened… Ball also refused to comment on which Zelda games were his favorite, seemingly in an effort to avoid giving away which games the upcoming film might take inspiration from.
Click here to read through the full AMA for yourself, and see if there are any other details you can glean about Ball’s filmmaking style, or what he might be bringing to the Zelda movie.
Pokémon anime seasons 6-13 are now streaming on Hoopla
Gotta binge 'em all!
If you’re looking for a new place to stream episodes of the Pokémon anime, you’ve got one! The entirety of seasons 6 through 13 of the original Pokémon cartoon are now available for streaming via Hoopla Digital. Hoopla is a media streaming platform that partners with local libraries. Best of all, it can be accessed for free if you’re a member of a participating library!
These eight seasons of Pokémon are available to watch via Hoopla’s ‘BingePass’ model. Signing up for the pass will allow you to stream the included episodes for seven days. Click here for more info and to sign up for yourself. You’ll need an active library card to make use of it.
Various episodes of Pokémon are already available to stream across platforms like Netflix and Hulu, but it never hurts to have one more (especially if it’s free). Check out Hoopla’s site for more info and to see if there are participating libraries near you.
Square Enix pop-up store opening May 2024 in Japan
Start saving your Gil now
Square Enix has announced that they’ll be opening up a pop-up store in Japan where a variety of merchandise will be available for purchase. The store will be open at the Daimaru Umeda store in Osaka, Japan from May 2, 2024 until May 26, 2024.
The primary Square Enix franchises that will be represented at the store are Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Kingdom Hearts. There will also be a few goodies from Octopath Traveler, Nier: Automata, and others. Items available for sale include plush toys, keychains, cable clips, t-shirts, and figurines. Customers who spend 5,000 Yen or more will also receive a free bonus gift of a small plate featuring a Slime and a Chocobo.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon gets a new trailer
No need to feel blue
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon was previously announced for a Switch release on June 27, 2024. Today, publisher Aniplex has released the third trailer for the English version of the game. It’s over three minutes long, and you can watch it for yourself up above.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon will be available on the Switch eShop, as well as in a limited edition physical version for $79.99. Click here for more details.
The celebrated visual novel from Kinoko Nasu and TYPE-MOON is born anew…
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon collects the two tales that make up the “Near Side of the Moon” portion of the original Tsukihime: Arcueid’s scenario, “Moon Princess,” and Ciel’s scenario, “Midnight Rainbow.”
Creator Kinoko Nasu has painstakingly disassembled and rebuilt the story, updating the setting to 2010s Tokyo and expanding the narrative. This reimagined presentation will exhilarate players with its hard-hitting tension and realism.
Featuring beautifully evolved visuals, animations, and music, Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon presents a fresh take on TYPE-MOON’s genre-defining classic.
Pokémon Sleep 'Fire Type Week' event announced
Hot side of the pillow
Pokémon Sleep has announced their latest upcoming event, which is Fire Type Week. During this week in May, you’ll be more likely to encounter Fire Type Pokémon, along with a few other bonuses. See below for all the info.
The Fire Type Week event lasts from 4:00 a.m. on Monday, May 6, to 3:59 a.m. on Monday, May 13 in all areas! If you’d like to prepare for the Entei Research event—during which Fire-type Pokémon will be particularly helpful—we encourage you to befriend lots of Fire-type Pokémon! During this event, you’ll be able to meet Pokémon of various sleep types regardless of your own. In particular, Fire-type Pokémon will be more likely to appear. Also during this event, you’ll be able to use the Mini Candy Boost function, which doubles the effect of Pokémon Candies. It’s a great opportunity to raise your Fire-type Pokémon!
In addition, one of the Pokémon that visits during sleep research will for sure arrive hungry! Note: This applies to only one sleep session per day. This effect applies separately from the hungry effects of Friend Incense and Good Camp Tickets. Example: If you use a Good Camp Ticket and Friend Incense together during the event, at least three Pokémon that appear during sleep research will for sure be hungry. On top of all that, you can get great rewards—like Vulpix Incense—through limited-time missions during the event. We hope you’re looking forward to this!
The following Pokémon are more likely to appear: Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard, Vulpix, Ninetales, Growlithe, Arcanine, Flareon, Cyndaquil, Quilava, Typhlosion.
Lando Calrissian, Chewbacca, and more headed to Fortnite in May 3rd update
Whrrahhrhwurrgghhhawrrgaghhhrrr!
We’re about a week away from Fortnite’s big Star Wars themed update on May 3rd, 2024. Of course, this update will be coming a day early in order to properly celebrate ‘May the 4th’ later that weekend. This week, we got our first confirmations of some of the goodies coming to the game on that day.
First, the official Fortnite Festival account revealed that the debonair Lando Calrissian will be available as a skin in Fortnite’s rhythm mode. Just a couple days earlier, the LEGO Fortnite account also revealed that a LEGO version of the Wookiee Chewbacca would be joining in on the fun. Since skins tend to be shared across all modes in Fortnite, this means that Lando and Chewie are most likely confirmed for all other Fortnite modes as well.
In addition, dataminers have apparently uncovered a few other items that are likely to be added to the game with this update: a Death Trooper skin, a new Leia Organa skin, lightsabers, and the Wookiee Bowcaster as a Mythic item.
Stay tuned, as we wait for Fortnite to officially unveil everything they’ll have on offer for the big May 3rd update. If you’re a big Star Wars fan, there’s sure to be a lot in store for you!
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island has been updated to Ver. 1.1.0. You can read the patch notes for this update below.
New features
- Added Sacred Tree Mode.
- You can start this mode by examining the Sacred Tree located at Shukuba Beach, after clearing Serpentcoil Island.
- You now replay dungeons you’ve already cleared using special rules.
- Added Dojo Challenge Mode to the Monster Dojo.
- This mode is only available after clearing Serpentcoil Island and unlocking the Monster Dojo.
Improvements
- The Item Holder can now store up to 960 items.
- Extended server storage duration for Parallel Data from 7 to 30 days.
- Added ability to PAUSE while in dungeons by pressing down on the right stick.
- Added an option to the Settings that allows you to turn off the display of possessions by quickly pressing the B button.
- Adjusted the timing for when a rescue request is submitted.
- Adjusted bonus for Aid Points obtained by rescuing other wanderers.
- Increased the number of locations where travelling companions appear, and fine-tuned game balance in all dungeons.
- Improved waiting time when setting up explosives.
Bug fixes / Adjustments
- Fixed an issue occuring when identifying statuses such as curses under certain conditions.
- Fixed an issue where blinded Bored Kappa would freeze if they threw items at each others.
- Fixed an issue causing the results screen not to display properly in some rare cases.
- About 120 other minor fixes and adjustments were made.
