Nintendo’s Switch gets 1UP
Mario’s red hat and blue suit are the images. Few other color schemes immediately write “video game.” No wonder Nintendo is releasing a special bicolor Switch on the Mario theme. The special release marks the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. Can you believe it has been so long since the heroic plumber came into our lives?
While the Switch had one of the first color palms of red, blue and black, this latest console releases almost all of the black, wearing everything but the buttons to name-shaped shapes. written by Mario, and he looks elegant.
The token bundle is slated for release next month, and even comes with a cool red and blue carrying case with a gold-plated nifty zipper that should remind fans of the in-game coins. Mario gathers. Nintendo has already sold over 70 million Switches, but some people may not have picked up one yet. If so, this is your chance.
The Nintendo Switch – Mario Red & Blue Edition will be released on February 12 for ¥32,978.
bit.ly/nswitch-mario-jp (Japanese); bit.ly/nswitch-mario-en (English)
Feline anger
One of the best games released on the Wii U World was Super Mario 3D. But unfortunately, the Wii U didn’t sell as well as hoped, meaning this amazing game didn’t reach the audience it deserved. Thank you Nintendo is bringing an enhanced port to its Switch hardware.
Called Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, the game finds Mario and friends rescuing princesses captured by the evil Bowser. Play as four Nintendo characters (the fifth is unbreakable), each with different attributes: For example, Mario is fair for running and jumping, while Toad is very fast but can’t jump high.
In the improved port there are play improvements like connected controls, the introduction of a new diving and rolling ability while in the middle, and other additions as support for Amiibo figurines. What makes this Switch version more appealing is the addition of Bowser’s Fury. Bowser transforms himself into a menacing jumbo-sized Fury Bowser, turning the cat kingdom into a dark, scary place. Mario tidies up with Bowser Jr. to collect things called Cat Shines throughout the game as they fight Goombas on a feline and Koopa Troopas theme. This all feels just purrfect!
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury will be released on February 12 for ¥ 6,578.
bit.ly/bowsersfury-jp (Japanese); bit.ly/bowsersfury-en (English)
Samurai remastered
Based on Akira Kurosawa’s old script of the actions of William Adams, an English sailor who became a samurai, Nioh’s franchise went into development for years. Then, Koei Tecmo, one of Japan ‘s most exciting gamemakers, revived the title, and the resulting game – which was released in 2017 on PlayStation 4 and PC – not a big hit. PS4 sequel, Nioh 2, followed in 2020. Now Koei Tecmo is releasing a revamped, complete addition to both games, with a graphical enhancement and all the downloadable content. On the PS5, the redesigned games will run at 120 smooth frames per second, while the PC version depends on the computer specs of the player.
Both games are set in the feudal era of advanced Japanese history, but with a supernatural version full of demons. Players fight samurai and yōkai (monsters) together. Nioh and Nioh 2 are not easy! These days, it’s not uncommon for games to hold players ’hands, but Koei Tecmo’s development department, Team Ninja, wants to lift the pressure.
Both priced at ¥ 6,380, Nioh Remastered Complete Edition and Nioh 2 Remastered Complete Edition were released on February 4. Nioh 2 Complete Edition was released on PS4 on the same day, while PC version was released on Steam on February 5th.
bit.ly/niohremaster-jp (Japanese); bit.ly/niohremaster-en (English)
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