Today, Milestone and Dorna Sports announced that MotoGP 21 will launch for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on April 22nd. The game features a brand-new progressive and strategic Managerial Career mode that will provide players with an enhanced racing simulation experience.
Grasshopper Manufacture has announced that the third entry to its No More Heroes series has finally received a launch date. No More Heroes 3 will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on August 27th. In celebration of this, both the introductory movie shown during today’s “Nintendo Direct” stream and the game’s official website have been updated showing off new details about Travis’ upcoming adventure.
In the latest Nintendo Direct presentation, Nintendo showcased more than 30 games coming to the Nintendo Switch – with many launching by this summer. Headlining the 50-minute presentation was the reveal of Splatoon 3, a new game in the series, coming to Nintendo Switch in 2022. In this new game in the Splatoon series, you’ll leave Inkopolis behind and head to a new region: the Splatlands.
Other major news in the Nintendo Direct video included the reveal of Pyra/Mythra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 as the latest playable DLC fighters to join Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – the fourth of six new fighters in the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Vol. 2. Additional Nintendo Switch game announcements include The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, which will feature updated control options from the original version of the game; Mario Golf: Super Rush, the newest installment in the Mario Golf series with new modes and motion controls; and Miitopia, a game starring customizable Mii characters that lets you personalize your own adventure.
The Nintendo Direct presentation featured many game reveals, including Project Triangle Strategy (working title), a new tactical role-playing game from Square Enix; Star Wars: Hunters, a free-to-play online multiplayer game set between the events of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Star Wars: The Force Awakens; Knockout City, a new team-based dodgeball game; Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout, which challenges players to claim the crown; DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power, an action game based on the animated TV show; and the physical edition of Hades.
During today’s Nintendo Direct, Capcom revealed new monsters, returning favorites, two new locations, and glimpses of the looming Rampage in the latest trailer for Monster Hunter Rise. The trailer includes first looks at the new monsters Rakna-Kadaki and Almudron, five returning monsters, and the residents of Kamura Village banding together to fend off the incoming Rampage. After leaving the village, hunters will be able to explore the newly-announced Lava Caverns and sun-scorched Sandy Plains, in addition to the previously revealed hunting locales, when the game comes to Nintendo Switch on March 26th.
During today’s Nintendo Direct, Capcom revealed that all 32 arcade classics included in Capcom Arcade Stadium are now available for digital download from Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch. Capcom Arcade Stadium offers three different packs of 10 games that each highlight a different era of Capcom arcade goodness. The collection also includes the free-to-download 1943 – The Battle of Midway – and the separate add-on title, Ghosts ‘n Goblins. Retro fans can select specific packs or purchase an all-in-one option containing the 32 games together.
The three individual packs in Capcom Arcade Stadium are available for $14.99 USD each, and offer access to ‘80s classics like Bionic Commando and Strider, or ‘90s favorites like Super Street Fighter II Turbo. The Ghosts ‘n Goblins add-on game will be available for $1.99 USD. Players can also opt for the all-in pack containing all 32 games, including all three packs of 10, the free 1943 – The Battle of Midway –, and the add-on Ghosts ‘n Goblins, for $39.99 USD. In addition to releasing on Nintendo Switch, Capcom Arcade Stadium will also be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. More information regarding these platforms will be revealed at a later date.
To celebrate the resurrection of the legendary Capcom series, the original Ghosts ‘n Goblins will be available for free as an add-on game for Capcom Arcade Stadium prior to the February 25th release of Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection. After that release, the Ghosts ‘n Goblins add-on game will be available for individual purchase or as part of the all-in Capcom Arcade Stadium pack.
Also revealed during the Nintendo Direct, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection will introduce local co-op to the Ghosts ‘n Goblins universe for the first time ever. Friends and family members can now join forces with Arthur on his quest to overcome evil as one of three supporting characters: Barry, who creates barriers for protection; Kerry, who carries Arthur through danger; and Archie, who creates bridges to cross.
Today, Electronic Arts and Velan Studios unveiled Knockout City, a team-based multiplayer game that brings skill, depth and style to the game of dodgeball, and transforms it into dodgeBRAWL. In Knockout City, battles are a way of life and players will need to master the art of throwing, catching, passing and dodging in a competitive experience that will smack them in the face with surprises. Knockout City, the newest game under the EA Originals label, will be available on May 21st for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Origin and Steam, as well as PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S through backwards compatibility with graphical and performance enhancements. The game will also support cross-play and cross-progression across all systems.
Whether it’s 3v3, 4v4 or free-for-all quick matches in Street Play, competitively ranked games in League Play or a hosted experience in a Private Match, the fight to take down rival Crews takes many forms. In Knockout City, players start every match on a level playing field and need to rely on skill to dominate the competition. A solid Crew is also the difference between dishing out punishment and taking it. The game is easy to pick up and play, but practice is key to mastering positioning, timing and teamwork for dodgeBRAWL dominance. Watch the reveal trailer here.
And of course once players master the moves, they’ll want to be seen with their own unique look. Knockout City’s customization options – from appearance, gear, attitude, body type and hairstyle to a custom glider, KO effects and taunts – will have players brawling in style. It’s not just about the player but also their Crew, and with up to 32 friends across platforms, players can customize their Crew name, logo, banner and even pick a custom Crew vehicle to ride into battle.
Players in North America will have the opportunity to play the game on PC during the first beta taking place this weekend, February 20-21 on Origin and Steam.
Square Enix confirmed today that two beloved PlayStation JRPG classics are back this year in the form of Legend of Mana and SaGa Frontier Remastered. Players can experience remastered versions of these old-school favorites, with both titles receiving a host of new upgrades, including optimized visuals and gameplay, for long-time fans and new players to get excited about.
Players will be able to set off on a mystical journey in Legend of Mana, set to launch on June 24th on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam. Stepping into the shoes of the protagonist, players will embark on a journey to find the mystical Mana Tree seen in a dream, only to discover that the world map is empty. Throughout their adventure, they will acquire special artifacts, which can be placed on the map to bring towns and dungeons to life via the Land Creation system. Players can progress through the story in different ways based on the choices they make, offering a more personal and unique gameplay experience. Legend of Mana will come with remastered visuals, a rearranged soundtrack, and the “Ring Ring Land“ mini-game which will be available to the West for the first time.
Part of the ongoing SaGa Project from Square Enix that has so far included Western releases of Romancing SaGa 3, SaGa Scarlet Grace: Ambitions and Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe, SaGa Frontier Remastered will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam on April 15th.
Players will experience this role-playing adventure as one of eight heroes via the Free-Form Scenario System. Each character has their own storyline and goals, exploring the sci-fi fantasy universe known as “The Regions” in different ways while discovering unique worlds, technology, and magic. The remaster will also build upon the original title’s multiple storylines by introducing previously cut content, including Fuse’s main scenario and several new events for fan-favorite character Asellus.
During today’s Nintendo Direct livestream, Annapurna Interactive and Mobius Digital announced that Outer Wilds is coming to Nintendo Switch this Summer 2021. Previously released on Xbox One, PC and PlayStation 4, this open-world exploration game rewards players’ curiosity as they probe their surroundings, track down mysterious signals, decipher ancient alien writing, and roast the perfect marshmallow.
Today on the Nintendo Direct livestream, Annapurna Interactive and Ben Esposito revealed Neon White, the lightning fast first-person action game about exterminating demons in Heaven. Neon White is coming to Nintendo Switch and PC later this year.
In Neon White gamers play as White, an assassin hand picked from Hell to compete with other demon slayers for a chance to live permanently in Heaven. Since True Believers can’t kill anyone, he, along with the other Neons, are tasked with dealing with an evil demon infestation. Using magic playing cards that transform into weapons, the Neons compete with one another for a chance to win the Mechanical Halo, a device that will allow them to stay indefinitely.
Josef Fares, founder of Hazelight, today announced via Twitter that the co-op action adventure game It Takes Two has gone gold and will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC on March 26th.
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