A 4chan user has posted what are purported to be showroom display creation materials, presumably for the E3 2018 show floor, showing several unannounced Switch titles.
Depicted on the sheet include:
Dragon Ball FighterZ – Already available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC
Fortnite – Already available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and smartphones
Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate – Already announced
FIFA 19 – Already announced
Killer Queen Black – Unannounced title
Starlink: Battle for Atlas – Already announced
Paladins – Already available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC
Overcooked! 2 – Unannounced title
Mario Tennis Aces – Already announced
Destructoid says that it is “confident this rumor is accurate,” nothing that they received embargoed confirmations of E3 2018 appointments for some of the titles on the list.
Soccer Slammers is coming to Switch on June 14, Atooi boss Jools Watsham has announced. That date applies to North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Pricing is set at $9.99 / €9.99 / £8.99.
We’ve posted an overview for Soccer Slammers below. Expect a trailer soon.
Soccer Slammers is 2-on-2 arcade soccer with no rules. Just fast-paced fun for 1 to 4 players on a single Nintendo Switch.
Crush your opponent by mastering power shots, slam tackles, bank shots, super sprints, and team combo-shots!
Warm up with a two minute Quick Game or go for glory in the World Cup against the top 32 teams in the world.
FIFA finally returned to Nintendo platforms last year with FIFA 18 on Switch. However, this year’s entry wasn’t necessarily a sure thing. But now Andrei Lazarescu, supervising producer for FIFA World Cup mode, has confirmed that FIFA 19 will in fact appear on Switch.
Like last year’s entry, FIFA 19 will be using a custom engine on Nintendo’s console. Lazarescu didn’t rule out potentially using Frostbite in the future, however.
He said:
“I’m not closing the door on that possibility. However we didn’t want to create a dumbed-down version of the Frostbite engine.”
Although FIFA 19 isn’t using Frostbite on Switch, Lazarescu has said that the game will feature improved graphics compared to last year’s release:
“The intent was never to have a one-off custom engine that were never going to touch again. It was to have that as a baseline and then build from there.”
According to Lazarescu, some of the improvements made it into the World Cup mode on Switch. The team’s use of face paint and hats in the crowd help the update “seem better than what you’ve been used in the core version”.
Flashback is experiencing a slight delay in Europe. The game has been postponed to June 19, applying to both the digital version and collector’s edition. It still appears to be on track for June 7 digitally in North America (the collector’s edition is looking like a July release).
Flashback for Switch is a new version of the SNES classic. Players can choose between the original 1993 experience and Modern mode, which contains post-FX graphic filters, remastered sound and music, a new “Rewind” function that’s variable according to the level of difficulty, and tutorials.
Nintendo updated the firmware for the Nintendo Switch, to version 5.1.0, yesterday.
The official changelog, as always, does not give much information about what has been updated: “General system stability improvements to enhance the user’s experience”.
Of course, the Nvidia Tegra hack, as promised, is unpatchable without a hardware revision, meaning your Nintendo switch can still be 100% hacked after this update.
Hacker SciresM has been reporting that Atmosphere is generally still working well, despite some people’s feedback that the update might have broken some functionality such as the loader’s SD card redirection. He confirmed that feature still works, and the people reporting issues might using some specific HBL build that has the issue.
SciresM and other hackers have mentioned that this patch does not seem to update any major security components of the Nintendo Switch Then again, with the hardware fully hacked, such updates would be pretty much useless at this point.
GungHo Online Entertainment America will have a “major game reveal” for Switch at E3 2018, the company teased.
The publisher launched its official E3 2018 website today confirming the first two playable titles at the event:
Call of Guardians (iOS, Android) – Official Website
A one-of-a-kind MOBA available on iOS and Android developed by Signal Studios. With a diverse roster of Guardians, there’s a robust selection of heroes, including the intelligent and nimble Helvia, a tactical robot Ladon, or the rageful summoner Damien. Using each Guardian’s arsenal of minions, spells, spawners, and special hero-based abilities, players can subdue their opponents in fast-paced, head-to-head action. Each battle engaged will strengthen the player’s Guardian, their stockpile of weapons and support units, and will create opportunities to expand the player’s armory.
“We’ve been eagerly waiting to debut Call of Guardians and bring an intense multiplayer MOBA, with unique hero card collections, custom-built decks and riveting quests to iOS and Android,” said D.R. Albright III, President and Creative Director at Signal Studios. “Our partnership with GungHo truly delivers a AAA gaming experience and will help expand the game’s reach worldwide.” Galak-Z: Variant S (Switch) – Official Website
s a follow-up to the original, Galak-Z: Variant S delivers a premier galaxy-surfing, space-blasting experience on the Nintendo Switch with intuitive controls, a story-driven campaign, and intense combat for players to voyage through the universe at hyperspeed. In this spaced-out game developed by 17-BIT, players can collect upgrades, salvage, relics, and Bots to max out their spaceship’s potential and boost their Mech’s combat effectiveness to become the highest ranked pilot in the galaxy.
“With Galak-Z: Variant S, we’re capitalizing on the Nintendo Switch’s maximum potential with handheld and tabletop mode, and implementing new changes in the game,” said Jake Kazdal, CEO and founder of 17-BIT. “By bringing this title to the Nintendo Switch, we are delivering an incredible space exploration experience to a wide and eager player base.”
Other than the new title for Switch, GungHo Online Entertainment America will also announce additional news through upcoming announcements leading into E3 2018.
Publisher GungHo Online Entertainment America and developer 17-BIT have announced Galak-Z: Variant S for Switch.
Here is an overview of the game, via GungHo Online Entertainment America:
As a follow-up to the original, Galak-Z: Variant S delivers a premier galaxy-surfing, space-blasting experience on the Nintendo Switch with intuitive controls, a story-driven campaign, and intense combat for players to voyage through the universe at hyperspeed. In this spaced-out game developed by 17-BIT, players can collect upgrades, salvage, relics, and Bots to max out their spaceship’s potential and boost their Mech’s combat effectiveness to become the highest ranked pilot in the galaxy.
“With Galak-Z: Variant S, we’re capitalizing on the Nintendo Switch’s maximum potential with handheld and tabletop mode, and implementing new changes in the game,” said Jake Kazdal, CEO and founder of 17-BIT. “By bringing this title to the Nintendo Switch, we are delivering an incredible space exploration experience to a wide and eager player base.”
Galak-Z: Variant S will be playable at E3 2018 from June 12 to 14.
Marvelous has updated the official Japanese website for Little Dragons Cafe with two new character descriptions and an introduction to dragon growth and coloring.
If you missed our previous detailed reports on Little Dragons Cafe, catch them here and here.
Get the details below.
■ Characters Rucola
He aimlessly wanders into the twins’ cafe one day, and comes up with the idea to become its chef. He did not used to be a chef at a famous restaurant or anything… he just seems to have taught himself how to cook.
He is a narcissistic and does everything’s his own way, but his cooking skills are surprisingly good and he helps to manage the cafe.
Huey
An athletic and profusely energetic young man who shows up at the cafe out of nowhere. However, he seems to have something seriously weighing on his mind that he refuses to share with others. He also appears to overreact to round things…
image: https://gematsu.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Little-Dragons-Cafe_2018_05-31-18_004.jpg ■ Adventure ◆ Explore the World with Your Dragon
With the help of your dragon companion, gather ingredients from caves, hunt Zukkidon meat, and gather up even more ingredients.
Your dragon will grow significantly as you progress through the story, enabling you to do more things—such as break obstacles, push aside rocks, and fly—in order to reach places that you previously could not.
You can heal your dragon’s health with your cooking. Your dragon’s color will also change depending on what you feed it.
Dragon Colors
There are 20 dragon colors. Raise it to be of your favorite color by giving it food of the same color.
Dragon Fertilizer
The “Dragon Fertilizer” that comes out of your dragon can be used on the field, in the kitchen garden, and in the fish preserve to cultivate both rare and new ingredients.
Little Dragons Cafe is due out for PlayStation 4 and Switch on August 30 in Japan, and this summer in North America and Europe.
Sega of Japan has released a new trailer for the Switch version of Shining Resonance Refrain.
Shining Resonance Refrain is due out worldwide for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC on July 10. In Japan, it is already available for PlayStation 4 and will launch for Switch on July 12.
NIS America has announced Yomawari: The Long Night Collection for Switch, which features both Yomawari: Night Alone and Yomawari: Midnight Shadows on a single game card. It will launch on October 30 in North America and October 26 in Europe.
A $54.99 limited edition including a copy of the game, official art book, lost girls pin set, “Company” double-sided poster, and collector’s box is available for pre-order now at the NIS America Online Store.
Here is an overview of the game, via NIS America:
About Yomawari: The Long Night Collection combines two hair-raising games about the horrors of what lurks in the corners of our unconscious. Take control of the young protagonists as they navigate a haunting neighborhood that is both familiar yet unsettling, trapped in a horrific night that refuses to end. And now, on the Nintendo Switch, experience these twisted tales on the big screen or anywhere you decide to go. But don’t forget, the dark is no place to be alone… Key Features
A Definitive Childhood Horror Experience – Let your childhood fears return in this two-in-one game collection, exclusively on Nintendo Switch!
Two Haunting Towns to Explore – Roam narrow pathways, explore uncharted hillsides, and enter abandoned homes and buildings to search for your loved one.
Run for Your Life, Child – With a multitude of spiteful spirits and mysterious ghouls lurking in the dark, run for your life and hide when the unknown strikes, or use your wits to distract them to make a great escape.
In a video message titled “More characters coming!” released today, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 producer Masayuki Hirano confirmed that more updates and downloadable content are planned for the 2016-launched sequel. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
Get the video message and transcript below.
Hello, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 fans. Long time no see, this is Hirano, the producer of Xenoverse 2.
First off, I wanted to give you my biggest thanks for supporting Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. And today, I was hoping to make an announcement to the fans out there. Some of you may remember, but when we announced this title, we promised to support the game for a year after launch. And we have been successful enough to run the game for a year and a half now, and that’s all thanks to the support from the fans.
However, since we did say “a year,” there may be some people thinking there’s no more new experiences and content coming to Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2. So that’s why I wanted to take this time out to make an announcement.
It’s not the end of Xenoverse 2 yet. And we aim to optimize the online experience for all users with free updates. We will be addressing the network connection issues you may be encountering during battle, and we also plan to make adjustments and balances to the skills / attacks, as well as the rules so that battling each other online is a more streamlined experience for everyone. Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 still has much more to offer, so although Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 and Dragon Ball FighterZ are very different in genre, we would like to keep expanding both worlds, so that players can continue enjoying the game for a long period of time.
So we hope that you will continue to support and enjoy the Dragon Ball game series.
Team Sonic Racing was leaked by Walmart earlier today. SEGA has since sent out an official announcement, confirming the game for this winter.
Sumo Digital is developing Team Sonic Racing. The team mixes “the best elements of arcade and fast-paced competitive style racing with unique vehicle customization options”. You’ll be able to play alone, team up with friends, or face-off against each other.
Here’s some additional information and the reveal trailer:
Team Sonic Racing lets fans speed through vibrant circuits from the Sonic Universe as Sonic, Shadow, Tails, and more while taking part in an electrifying multiplayer racing competition. Compete solo or play with up to 12 drivers online in various exhilarating single and multiplayer game modes, including Grand Prix, Time Trial, Team Adventure and more. With unique character types, game modes, and car customization options, Team Sonic Racing blends the best elements of racing games.
Key Features:
Online Multiplayer & Local Co-Op Modes – 12 players per race, 4 player split screen, and various offline / online race modes including Grand Prix Mode, Exhibition Mode, Time-Trial and Team Adventure Mode.
Team Racing – Race as a team, win as a team. Use various team moves to assist your teammates, knock out opponents and unleash your Team Ultimate.
Performance & Skin Customization – Alter the appearance and handling of your vehicle.
Wisps – 14 spectacular offensive and defensive items to help overcome rival teams and get ahead!
Adventure Mode – Unique story experience where players are introduced to basic game features and characters.
Various Characters and Types – 15 playable characters from across the Sonic Universe and 3 distinct character types including Speed, Technique, and Power.
Characters from Summer Lesson and City Shrouded in Shadow will join the Bandai Namco Stars team in the upcoming Pro Yakyuu Famista Evolution for Switch, the latest issue of Weekly Famitsu reveals.
The magazine confirms the following characters:
Alison Snow (Summer Lesson: Allison Snow)
Kyoei-kun (City Shrouded in Shadow)
VR Man
Pro Yakyuu Famista Evolution is due out for Switch on August 2 in Japan. Read more about the game here.
The Walmart website now lists, in unexpected detail, Team Sonic Racing. The game is slated for the Switch on December 31. According to Walmart, the game as a combination of “arcade and fast-paced competitive style racing.” Character choice is emphasized, as are local and online multiplayer.
Here’s the down-and-dirty: It’s a Sonic racing game.
We have the following details and screenshots:
Team Sonic Racing combines the best elements of arcade and fast-paced competitive style racing as you face-off with friends in intense multiplayer racing. Race together and work together as a team by sharing power-ups and speed boosts. Take control of your racing style – Choose from 3 distinct character types and unlock game changing vehicle customization options to suit your racing style. Speed up. Gear Up Team Racing at Sonic Speed!
Online Multiplayer & Local Co-Op Modes 12 players per race, 4 player split screen, and various offline / online race modes including Grand Prix Mode, Exhibition Mode, Time-Trial and Team Adventure Mode.
Team Racing Race as a team, win as a team. Use various team moves to assist your teammates, knock out opponents and unleash your Team Ultimate.
Performance & Skin Customization Alter the appearance and handling of your vehicle.
Wisps – 14 spectacular offensive and defensive items to help overcome rival teams and get ahead!
Adventure Mode Unique story experience where players are introduced to basic game features and characters.
Various Characters and Classes 15 playable characters from across the Sonic Universe and 3 distinct character types including Speed, Technique, and Power classes.
