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Princess Peach: Showtime! comes to Tetris 99 this weekend
Play enough and you'll unlock the theme permanently
Tetris 99’s 39th Maximus Cup event is kicking off this weekend, and fans will be able to claim a theme based off of Princess Peach: Showtime! if they’ve earned at least 100 event points before it ends. You can watch the trailer above to see and hear the theme in action.
The Maximus Cup event will run from April 5th at 12:00 AM PT to April 8th at 11:59 PM PT. If you want the theme, don’t miss your chance!
Fire Emblem Heroes "Ike: Of Radiance" Trailer
Ike joins the game this Friday
Ike: Of Radiance will be joining Fire Emblem Heroes on March 29th at 12:00 AM PT, Nintendo has announced via a new trailer showcasing all of his accompanying mechanics. You can watch the trailer above to see what the new hero looks like in action. He’ll only be available until April 11th at 11:59 PM PT, so don’t wait too long if you’re interested.
F-ZERO 99 updated to Ver. 1.3.0
Lots of tweaks have been made
F-ZERO 99 has just been updated to version 1.3.0, adding steer assist, mirror tracks, Challenge Highlights and more, alongside various tweaks. You can download it now, and read all the details in the patch notes below:
New Additions
- Mirror tracks have been added. The usual tracks are flipped horizontally, and tracks where the gimmicks are rearranged will appear. Mirror tracks will appear in F-ZERO 99 races, Pro Tracks, Team Battle, Mini Prix, and Mirror Grand Prix. Five Mirror Knight League tracks will be added first, followed by the Mirror Queen and Mirror King League tracks.
- Added the Steer Assist feature. This function avoids barriers and rough patches while driving, and prevents falling off the course while jumping. You can switch the Steer Assist function ON or OFF in Options under Main Menu or from the lobby screen in each mode. You cannot use Steer Assist in Classic mode.
- Practice Mode has been expanded. In addition to the previous 15 courses, Classic tracks and Mirror tracks are now unlocked for practice. For save data played with Ver. 1.2.1 or earlier, Classic tracks that you have already raced on will be unlocked.
- Added Classic Mini Prix to special events. It’s a three-race series with Classic rules and courses. SILENCE, WHITE LAND II, and FIRE FIELD will appear.
- Added Challenge Highlights. You can highlight limited-time challenges that can only be attempted for a set period of time, challenges related to ongoing events, and challenges that are close to completion. Press the L Button on the Main Menu to advance to the Challenge Highlights screen.
- Added Boost colors and Spin Effects for machine customization, as well as backdrops, badges, and borders for Pilot Card customization. After specified conditions are met, these can be used for customization. You can check the specified conditions and perform customization by selecting Workshop on the Main Menu, then selecting Machines or Pilot Cards.
Other Adjustments and Changes
- Pilot Card badges can now be set multiple times with the same card.
- At least one machine card is now included among Mystery Ranks in Lucky Ranks. You can reach the Lucky Ranks screen by pressing the L Stick on the Main Menu.
- The Private Lobby passcode can now be toggled on and off.
- Lobby wait-time specifications have changed. Before: If no other player joins the lobby for the first 15 seconds, matching will be terminated and the race will begin. If no other player joins 10 seconds after the last player joins the lobby, matching will end and the race will begin. Private Lobbies are not subject to this specification change.
- Made adjustments to machine balance.
- Added penalty for players who intentionally exit a race. This applies to players with a grade of S2 or higher, and if they are penalized, they lose the same number of skill points as they would have if they had lost to all of their rivals. If you do not drive for a certain period of time during the race, give up from the pause menu, or rank out from driving the wrong way, etc., you will be penalized. Repeated communication disconnections will also result in a penalty.
- Slightly reduced the number of skill points a player with a skill of S20 or higher loses when losing to three or four rivals.
- With the addition of the MUTE CITY I and BIG BLUE Mirror courses in this updated data, there will now be two secret courses, one based on DEATH WIND I and the other based on MUTE CITY I. As a result, the Mini Prix that consisted of three races on secret courses has been eliminated. The two secret courses will continue to appear in the Mini Prix along with other courses in the future.
- In F-ZERO 99 and Classic, the specification for matching players who have just started the game or who are not yet accustomed to playing the game with other players has been eliminated.
Other Fixes
- Fixed issues to make for a more pleasant gaming experience.
New Princess Peach merch is now available at Japanese Nintendo stores
Similar merch can be found in the US
Coinciding with the recent release of Princess Peach: Showtime!, Nintendo have announced a slew of new Peach-themed merchandise available in their Japanese stores. New merch includes 2 hoodies and a baseball cap, as seen above.
You can find these items at Nintendo stores in Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, or on Nintendo’s Japanese online store. Similar, though slightly different, Peach merch can be found on their American online store as well.
Premium Edition Games reveals a slew of upcoming physical Switch games
The company is bringing a lot to Switch in the future
Game publisher Premium Edition Games just posted their Spring Direct for 2024, featuring over 50 minutes of news about physical Switch games they’ll be publishing in the near future. You can watch it above to see them in action. Here’s a list of everything they’ll be shipping on a Switch cart:
- C.A.R.L. Computer Automated Resource Locator
- Gordian Quest
- Tadpole Treble Encore
- Scarlet Tower
- Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils
All of the above games will come with various bonuses, such as a slipcover and a manual. You’ll be able to pre-order them at the publisher’s website at some point in the future.
This month's last wave of returning Splatoon 3 icons is now available via Nintendo Switch Online
This may be your last chance
The final wave of returning Splatoon 3 icons is now available via Nintendo Switch Online, primarily featuring artwork from the game’s Tableturf Battle side mode. You can grab them for yourself via the console’s Nintendo Switch Online app.
As per usual, the character icons themselves are 10 Platinum Points, while the borders and backgrounds are 5 Platinum Points a piece. They’ll be available to claim until March 27th at 8 PM ET.
Nintendo helped to host a 'Nintendo Switch Sports Day' event for corporations in Nagoya
This seems like a fun work day
Nintendo has shared that they helped to host a Nintendo Switch Sports Day event for corporations in Nagoya, inviting eight companies form the Aichi prefecture to introduce their businesses to each other and partake in some friendly competition via Nintendo Switch Sports. You can watch the video above to see what it looked like in action.
At the end of it all, Buffalo Co. Ltd., an appliance manufacturer, walked away the winner.
A movie based on The Sims is in the works
Loki director Kate Herron is set to lead the helm
A movie based on ‘The Sims’ is in the works at Margot Robbie’s production company LuckyChap Enterainment, it’s been announced. Little is known about the film at the moment, but Kate Herron of ‘Loki’ fame is set to direct.
While no ‘The Sims’ titles are available on Switch, the series has seen Nintendo console releases in the past, and its return seems to be more a matter of when than if. Hopefully we see ‘The Sims’ on the Switch, or whatever’s next, before the movie is out.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance's release date has been moved forward to June 14th
The game had shared a release window with Elden Ring's DLC
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance, once planned for a June 21st release date, is now out a week earlier on June 14th, ATLUS has shared in a new press release. The game is no longer placed in direct competition with Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, releasing on June 20th.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance delivers a full-fledged RPG that can be enjoyed by existing and new fans. At the start of the game, players will choose between two paths: the story told in the original Shin Megami Tensei V, the Canon of Creation, or the brand-new Canon of Vengeance. This dramatic new tale of revenge introduces brand-new characters, an enigmatic cohort of demons called the Qadištu, a new dungeon and a new map to explore. Additionally, the original Shin Megami Tensei V battle system, demon merging and field exploration have been evolved and expanded in this newest entry in the series.
Update: Along with the news of the date moving forward, a slew of new info about the upcoming title was released. You can read it for yourself below:
Ultra Pro Wrestling announces collaboration with Ohio Valley Wrestling in a new DLC pack
The OVW DLC pack is planned for 2025
In a new press release, developer Hyperfocus Games announced that the upcoming retro-inspired wrestling game Ultra Pro Wrestling, set for launch later this year, would be collaborating with Ohio Valley Wrestling for its first DLC pack sometime after launch in 2025. Here are the full details:
Hyperfocus Games today proudly announces that Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), the prestigious wrestling promotion that has been a breeding ground for wrestling’s legends and Hall of Famers since its inception in 1993, is coming to Ultra Pro Wrestling as Downloadable Content.
Celebrated in the global Netflix hit series Wrestlers, OVW’s integration into UPW is poised to deliver an unparalleled virtual wrestling experience.
Sam Vallely, Director at Hyperfocus Games, said: “This agreement between UPW and OVW is a milestone in wrestling gaming, By integrating OVW’s storied legacy into UPW’s multi-promotion platform, we’re not just expanding our videogame - we’re honouring the history and looking towards a bright future for one of wrestling’s most influential organisations. From inception, OVW have helped create superstars and Hall of Famers. Now, we can proudly say, they’ll play a part in helping us bring a legendary videogame series back to the ring in 2025.”
The OVW DLC pack is anticipated to launch in 2025. Fans and players can look forward to more details on the full scope of content, including which current OVW stars will be featured, in the upcoming announcements.
- Legendary OVW Championship Belts: Compete for beautifully recreated versions of OVW’s historic titles, each with its storied legacy.
- Authentic OVW Branding: Dive into an immersive OVW experience with genuine logos and branding elements, bringing the spirit of the promotion to life in-game.
- The iconic Davis Arena: Experience the electrifying atmosphere of the Davis Arena, meticulously crafted to replicate the venue’s famed wrestling ambiance.
- Exclusive music: Relive the intensity of OVW matches with original music scores that have defined the promotion’s exhilarating events.
As OVW’s head trainer and booker, Al Snow’s expertise and wrestling acumen have been invaluable in shaping this partnership. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Mickie James, Ed Payer, and Tony LaRusso, whose tireless efforts and dedication were instrumental in finalising this ground-breaking collaboration. Their commitment to wrestling and to this partnership underscores the collaborative spirit that drives the industry forward.
For additional information and regular updates, please visit www.ultraprowrestling.com and follow on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Bill Trinen's Twitter has seemingly been hacked
Hopefully he gets his account back soon
Bill Trinen, Nintendo of America’s VP of Product and Player Experience, is a figure recognized by many Nintendo fans. However, said fans may see an unfamiliar figure on their Twitter timelines following what appears to be a hack of Bill’s account. As noticed by Twitter user @Wario64, Bill Trinen’s account no longer claims to be ran by Bill himself, but instead an emulation of infamous content creator Andrew Tate.
Here’s hoping Bill is able to get his account back soon. When he does, we’ll be sure to post an update.
Fire Emblem Heroes "New Heroes (Attuned Caeda & Ascended Merric)" Trailer
New heroes join the game very soon
Four new new heroes are coming to Fire Emblem Heroes in the form of Attune Hero: Marth’s Faithful Caeda, Princess of Grust Yuliya, Mage of Khadein Arlen and Ascended Hero: Wind Pontifex Merric. They’ll be joining the game alongside a new story chapter titled ‘A Royal Target’ on March 15th at 12:00 AM PT. You can watch the trailer above to see a glimpse of the new story chapter and what the new heroes look like in action.
Music video shared for upcoming GUNVOLT RECORDS Cychronicle DLC song Afsān
The DLC is out later this month
Developer INTI CREATES has shared a music video for Afsān, a song coming to rhythm game spin-off GUNVOLT RECORDS Cychronicle as part of its 6th DLC pack on March 28th. You can watch, or listen, to it above.
This rhythm game features various songs sung by the series’ songstresses Lumen, Lola and Luxia. You’re tasked with playing to the rhythm using dual analog stick controls that sync up with the characters dancing in full 3D backgrounds. The next DLC pack is, again, out later this month.
Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 character introduction trailer shared
The game is out September 26th
Bandai-Namco subsidiary D3 Publisher have just released a Japanese trailer detailing some of the key characters featured in Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2, planned for a September 26th release on Switch. You can watch it above to see the game, and the central characters, in action.
In Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2, players will have to fight off the Gaiark, monsters who come pouring out from inside the planet. This puts the future of Earth in great danger, and you’ll have control one of four new classes from Earth Defense Force 6 in order to save the planet. You can fight to restore peace to a voxel Earth when the game launches this September.
Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 ver. 1.5.0 is coming late March, patch notes shared
The update is available on PC starting today
Patch notes have been shared for the upcoming version 1.5.0 update of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, bringing with it a variety of tweaks to every major game included. The update won’t be out on Switch until late this month, but here are the patch notes, detailing what to expect:
Please check the list of changes below for details on the main improvements and fixes in this patch. Changes apply to all platforms unless otherwise specified. Fixes of previously known issues are marked with an asterisk.
Metal Gear Solid – Master Collection Version
- Fixed an issue in which certain cutscenes stopped playing
- Fixed an issue in which analog input did not work as intended
- Fixed some other minor issues
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty – Master Collection Version
- Added pause menu - Audio settings, the online manual, resetting the game, and returning to the main menu can now be accessed via the pause menu.
- Fixed a portion of in-game text
- Fixed some other minor issues
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater – Master Collection Version
- Added “Additional Settings” feature - Audio options, the online manual, and returning to the main menu can be accessed via “Additional Settings” within the Options menu.
- Fixed an issue where a portion of character textures were displayed at a low resolution
- Fixed a portion of in-game text
- Fixed some other minor issues
Metal Gear & Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake – Master Collection Version
- Added the option to mute audio
- Fixed a portion of in-game text
- Fixed some other minor issues
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol.1 Bonus Content
- Fixed some other minor issues
Issues Under Investigation:
We are investigating the issues below and working to resolve them. We will provide further details regarding fixes for these issues at a later time.
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater – Master Collection Version
- An issue where audio distortions occur (Nintendo Switch)
We will continue to provide regular updates on future improvements and fixes as further details are finalized.
