!.05-Nintendo Life | Latest Updates

!.05-Nintendo Life | Latest Updates

WayForward Shares First Screenshots Of River City Girls 2

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 08:30 PM PDT

New characters, enemies and environments.

A few months ago, WayForward officially announced River City Girls 2 - a follow-up to the original 2019 beat 'em up.

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Video: Sega Releases First Ep Of Sonic Colors: Rise Of The Wisps Animated Short

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 07:30 PM PDT

The Jade Wisp needs Sonic's help.

To promote Sonic Colors Ultimate ahead of its release this September, Sega has launched a brand new animated web series called Rise of the Wisps. The first of two episodes are now available on the official Sonic the Hedgehog YouTube channel.

The series - produced by Yukio Kusumoto and directed by Tyler Hesse - introduces fans to the new Jade Wisp and also welcomes the return of Sonic, Tails and the notorious Dr. Eggman. Here's the rundown of the first episode, which you can view in the video above.

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Wah! A Free Demo For WarioWare: Get It Together Is Now Available On Switch

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 06:30 PM PDT

Try before you buy.

WarioWare: Get It Together! is bringing mini-game mayhem to the Nintendo Switch this September. It's a little different this around - requiring players to take control of Wario and his friends in order to tackle each microgame.

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Limited Run Games Announces Quake Physical Edition For Nintendo Switch

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 05:45 PM PDT

Pre-orders go live next week.

Stop right there - if you haven't already picked up a copy of Quake from the Switch eShop, you might want to hold out for the physical copy instead.

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DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two Arrives On Switch Next Week

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 04:55 PM PDT

Return to Hell.

QuakeCon 2021 has kicked off with plenty of exciting announcements. While most of the focus is on the Quake remaster - which is out now on the Switch, there has also been some other news for Nintendo fans.

Doom Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Part Two will be arriving on Nintendo Switch on 26th August. That's next week!

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The Quake Remaster Is Out Now On Nintendo Switch

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 11:35 AM PDT

Cross-platform, gyro controls, new content, mods and more!

While Bethesda's QuakeCon got off to a slightly rough start in its live stream, the big news from its opening is confirmed - Quake is out now on Nintendo Switch after a listing dropped earlier today. We've checked the UK and US eShop where it costs $9.99USD / £7.99. (We've posted the Xbox upload of the trailer as Nintendo's is age-gated)

It seems like a really solid iteration of the classic, too. It's out on all current consoles, and on Switch it comes in at 1080p when docked, with widescreen support and a wide variety of visual and technical enhancements. And yes, it has gyro motion controls.

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Random: This SHOCKING Fact About Wurmple Will Change Your LIFE

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 11:30 AM PDT

BREAKING WURMPLE NEWS.

In all the hype surrounding the Pokémon Legends: Arceus trailer that was revealed earlier this week, we were all so blinded by fluffy Growlithe and the horrible, horrible fish ghost that we neglected to notice one very big change.

You guys. Wurmple has an EXTRA HORN.

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Guide: Chill Music From Video Games - Relaxing Playlist

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 11:00 AM PDT

Chill the beans right down with these tranquil tunes.

Throughout Nintendo Life VGM Fest — our season of music-focused features, interviews and other audio-based bits — we'll be bringing you some of the Nintendo Life team's personal playlist picks of the best music in all of video-gamedom. Our collective gaming experience spans many decades' worth of incredible audio, from the nostalgic 'blips' and 'beeps' of the arcade era (for some of us, at least) up to the full orchestral majesty of today's triple-As, and all the glorious variations in between.

Below you'll find a handful of our top gaming tunes for unwinding at the end (or indeed the start or the middle) of the day. The only self-imposed rule we had when selecting these tracks for our relaxing VGM playlist was they must have featured in a game on a Nintendo platform. Simple!

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Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion Is Getting Free DLC Next Week

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 10:00 AM PDT

A timely rebate.

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion was a rather enjoyable release on Switch back in Spring - we gave it a hearty recommendation in our review. For those that have already played it, or indeed those that are thinking of grabbing it in the future, the good news is that it's getting some new free DLC next week, on 26th August.

This DLC will be accessible after you complete the game and is part of 'The Sunset Station update'; it'll feature "an infinite train dungeon known as the Limitless Line that has players battle new and upgraded familiar enemies for a bevy of rewards."

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Metal-Detecting Adventure 'The Magnificent Trufflepigs' Snuffles Onto Switch Next Week

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 09:00 AM PDT

Can you dig it?

Back when it was announced, we described The Magnificent Trufflepigs as "Firewatch, but it's set in the English countryside, and instead of being about fires and watching, it's about metals and detecting." We stand by that — it's a first-person narrative adventure that's partly about romance, partly about discovering secrets beneath the earth.

The game has quite an impressive list of people involved: Everybody's Gone to the Rapture lead designer, Andrew Crawshaw, is at the helm, with Necrobarista and Florence composer Kevin Penkin on the soundtrack. Arthur Darvill (Rory from Doctor Who) plays Adam, the player character, who returns to his hometown to help out an old friend named Beth, whose childhood discovery ended up defining her life.

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Spacebase Startopia Brings Management Sim And RTS Action To Switch Next Month

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 08:30 AM PDT

Look after your very own space station.

Kalypso Media and developer Realmforge Studios have announced that Spacebase Startopia is setting course for the Nintendo Switch eShop on 24th September.

If you haven't already checked this one out on other systems (our sister site Push Square came away with mixed feelings after playing it on PS5 earlier this year), Spacebase Startopia has you taking care of a variety of aliens aboard a doughnut-shaped space station. Across three different decks (the Sub Deck, Bio Deck, and Fun Deck), you'll need to build and manage their home while fending off hordes of roving space pirates and invaders real-time-strategy-style.

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Mini Review: Rush Rally Origins - An Easygoing, Accessible Rallying Remake

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 08:00 AM PDT

Rushing back to the start.

With each iteration of Rush Rally, the series has assuredly improved with more detailed cars and environments, sharper controls, and an overall cleaner experience. In hindsight, then, the original Rush Rally can seem a tad dated in comparison to later entries, so developer Brownmaster has gone back and effectively remade the original game with Rush Rally Origins. Delivering the improved graphics and audio seen in Rush Rally 3 whilst retaining the same arcade style gameplay of the original, Rush Rally Origins combines the best of both worlds, making this a worthy companion piece to Rush Rally 3.

Rush Rally Origins contains three core modes: Time Trial, Championship, and Race. Time Trial is your standard rally affair, pitting you against the clock as you race solo around various tracks. Championship strings the Time Trial courses together as a larger tournament, and Race sees you compete directly against several AI controlled racers. The variety of tracks on offer is impressive, with races taking place across Finland, Greece, Sweden, United Kingdom, Kenya, and New Zealand. Frustratingly, there doesn't appear to be an option to pick whichever course you like at the start, so you need to take part in each course in the correct order, unlocking the new ones as you go.

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Guide: Where To Pre-Order Pokémon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl On Switch

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 07:20 AM PDT

Shine on you crazy Diamond.

Update (Thu 19th Aug, 2021): My Nintendo Store UK now has preorders up for grabs that come with a free Dialga or Palkia figurine and Brilliant Diamond or Shining Pearl pin, or a double pack with both games that comes with a free SteelBook, Brilliant Diamond pin, and Shining Pearl pin. Grab 'em while you can!

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Japanese Charts: Yu-Gi-Oh! Goes Number One As Switch Takes Entire Top Ten

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 07:00 AM PDT

Another week in the bag for Switch.

Famitsu's Japanese chart figures are now in for the week ending 15th August, revealing that Yu-Gi-Oh! Rush Duel: Saikyo Battle Royale!! has gone straight to number one.

It comfortably leads this week's charts with an estimated 96,297 debut physical sales; the ever-popular Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! pulled in at second place, with Minecraft following just behind.

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Nintendo Download: 19th August (Europe)

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 06:50 AM PDT

Greak! Space Invaders Invincible Collection! Arietta of Spirits!

The latest Nintendo Download update for Europe has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy!

Switch Retail eShop - New Releases

Greak: Memories of Azur (Team17, 17th Aug, £14.39 / €17.99) - Greak: Memories of Azur is a side scrolling single-player game with hand-drawn animations. You will take the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel to guide them through the lands of Azur. Alternate control between them and use their unique abilities to escape from the Urlag invasion. Greak is the name of the main character, and the smallest brother of three. He belongs to a magical race called the Courines, which are currently under the attack of an enemy invasion from a faction called the Urlags. - Read our Greak: Memories of Azur review

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'Disney Classic Games Collection' Gets Rated For Switch, Now With Added Jungle Book

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 06:30 AM PDT

Just the bare necessities, then.

A new ESRB rating has revealed that Disney Classic Games: Aladdin And The Lion King is getting repackaged with a third game, The Jungle Book, and it's coming to Switch.

Released in 1994, The Jungle Book is, of course, based on the 1967 animated movie of the same name, and found its way to a wide range of systems, including the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, SNES, Game Boy, Game Gear and NES. It was developed by the now-defunct Eurocom and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment. If this new edition is anything like the original collection, we'll be treated to multiple emulated versions across a few formats.

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Nintendo Download: 19th August (North America)

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 06:25 AM PDT

Hoa! Arietta of Sprits! King's Bounty II!

The latest Nintendo Download update for North America has arrived, and it's bringing new games galore to the eShop in your region. As always, be sure to drop a vote in our poll and comment down below with your potential picks for the week. Enjoy!

Switch eShop - Highlights

Hoa (PM Studios, 24th Aug, $14.99) - Experience the magic of nature and imagination as you guide Hoa on her journey through stunning environments back to where it all began. With a gentle yet compelling flow, you'll navigate and solve exploration-based puzzles. Relax to the organic rhythm of subtle storytelling while being intrigued by endless little wonders. Enjoy a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music and a peaceful atmosphere. Hoa will be available on Aug. 24.

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Soapbox: Life Is Strange On Nintendo Switch Signals Better LGBTQ+ Rep To Come

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 06:00 AM PDT

Visual novels and narrative adventures are leading the way.

Note. Spoiler warning! Plot details from Life is Strange and its prequel, Before the Storm, are discussed in this article.

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Gameplay Trailer Appears For Family Trainer, Switch's Latest Fitness Game

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 05:40 AM PDT

Featuring 15 minigames in total.

In just a few weeks' time, Nintendo Switch will be getting yet another fitness game in the shape of Family Trainer – a title from Bandai Namco which actually launched in Japan last year. With that release date getting ever closer, the company has shared a brand new gameplay trailer.

The footage shows off some of the minigames you'll be able to enjoy in the full game, as well as the main modes that you can play either alone or with friends. The 'Outdoor Adventure' mode lets up to two players take on a personalised set of minigames grouped per level, and solo players can also enjoy the Exercise Training mode and Free Play.

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Early Pokémon Legends: Arceus Players Will Receive A Special Growlithe Outfit

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 05:00 AM PDT

Only for a limited time.

Players who decide to pick up a copy of Pokémon Legends: Arceus early will be treated to a special gift, The Pokémon Company has confirmed.

Just like the special Manaphy egg that will be gifted to early Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl buyers, a Hisuian Growlithe Kimono Set has been revealed as an early purchase bonus for Legends: Arceus. You'll need to have bought and played through enough of the game by 9th May to get your hands on it (the game launches on 28th January):

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It Looks Like Quake Is Getting Remastered, And It's Coming To Switch

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 04:40 AM PDT

Oh look, there's a QuakeCon presentation later today.

Update:

It's out now.

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Random: Aya Neo's Switch-Style Handheld Is Getting A Game Boy Makeover

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 04:30 AM PDT

Plus a massive spec boost.

Ever since the Switch arrived on the market and reinvigorated interest in portable gaming, we've seen a fair few imitators and rivals appear, mostly from companies in the Far East. GPD has already shown off more than one Switch-inspired handheld and Chinese giant Tencent has a similar machine in the works, while the relatively new outfit Aya Neo has been working hard on its 'AYANEO 2021' device for some time now.

Like many tech firms right now (including Nintendo), Aya Neo has been struggling to source components for its product following a successful crowdfunding campaign earlier this year. While 'backer' units are out in the wild, the final consumer version of the AYANEO 2021 is due to go into fully production next month – and Aya Neo has given it a spec boost as well as a Nintendo-style facelift to really hammer home its gaming credentials.

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Pokémon HOME Will Support Diamond And Pearl Remakes And Legends: Arceus From 2022

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 04:00 AM PDT

Complete that Sinnoh Dex.

If you're on a quest to be the very best and catch every Pokémon in existence, you'll be pleased to know that the Pokémon HOME app will be getting a welcome upgrade in 2022.

Following the launches of upcoming titles Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl this November and Pokémon Legends: Arceus in January 2022, Pokémon HOME will be updated to include support for all three of these new games. This means that you'll be able to transfer Pokémon from the new games into HOME, just like you can currently with Pokémon Sword and Shield and Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!.

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Tennis Ace Serena Williams Speaks About Her Love For Nintendo And Her Favourite Switch Games

Posted: 19 Aug 2021 03:30 AM PDT

A fan since the NES days.

No matter how old you are, where you come from or what you do for a living, playing video games can be a perfect way to relax and unwind – and that's no different for tennis legend, Serena Williams.

A four-time Olympic gold medalist and one of the biggest – if not the biggest – tennis stars of her generation, Williams has sat down with People to discuss her history with Nintendo and the games she's currently enjoying on Switch.

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