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SMITE has been updated to Ver. 11.4 (Bonus) which includes various tweaks for items and gods, and bugfixes. You can see the patch notes for this update below.
BUG FIXES
Geb
- Rollout
- Fixed a bug that was causing Geb to knock up minions.
Bastet
- Razor Whip
- Fixed a bug that was causing the first tick of Razor Whip to deal less damage.
Ne Zha
- Armillary Sash
- Fixed a bug that was causing the camera to be unlocked when firing this ability.
Sphinx’s Bauble
- In 11.4, this item had its cost increased to 2800. Initially, the item was supposed to be at 2900 gold, but upon further discussion, we will be leaving it at 2800 gold.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance "An Ideal World" trailer
What a wonderful world...
ATLUS has shared a brand new trailer for Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance titled “An Ideal World”. It’s about two minutes long and shows off new aspects of the characters, world, and combat system. You can check it out up above. Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance will be available on Switch on June 14th, 2024. Click here to pre-order.
An ideal world comes at a cost: The eradication of humans and demons. Protect your friends and the fate of all humanity in Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance!
Embark on this definitive version of the critically acclaimed Shin Megami Tensei V, massively expanded with a brand-new storyline featuring new locations, demons, and choices to make that will dictate the fate of all existence.
Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance consists of two complete story paths: experience a brand-new route, the “Canon of Vengeance” - a dramatic tale of revenge by the fallen, centered around new characters and an enigmatic cohort of demons, the Qadištu, who plot their own dark designs apart from the war of those who fight to maintain order and those who seek to defy it. Or explore the original story told in Shin Megami Tensei V, the “Canon of Creation” - an eternal conflict between angels and demons, in which the protagonist fights for the world’s fate.
When a grisly murder scene in modern-day Tokyo blocks our protagonist’s walk home, an unplanned detour leaves him buried and unconscious. He awakens in a new Tokyo, a wasteland ravaged by apocalypse now called Da’at… but before bloodthirsty demons can claim his life, a savior emerges, and the two of them unite to become a mighty being, neither human nor demon: a Nahobino.
With newfound power, the protagonist ventures through Da’at, an enigmatic realm filled with mythical deities and demonic tyrants in constant conflict for survival. Searching for answers, the protagonist must forge his own path in a battle between angels and demons to dictate the fate of the world.
Zelda movie director says he'll "be ambitious" and "keep the money on the screen"
He might need the Giant's Wallet
A live action Legend of Zelda movie is officially in the works, with the project being helmed by director Wes Ball. Before that movie gets rolling however, Ball still has to promote his upcoming film Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. That’s why he took part in a Reddit AMA this week.
Now, Ball insisted that he couldn’t say anything about the Legend of Zelda movie just yet, but that didn’t stop some Redditors from trying. Predictably, nothing major was revealed here, but Ball did share some of his thoughts and feelings about the project.
Below, check out the highlights of Zelda-adjacent questions from Reddit users along with Ball’s replies:
bz667: How the legend of zelda movie is going?
Ball: I know I’m gonna get a ton of Zelda questions. Sorry to disappoint, but I can’t say anything about it for now… Just that I love Zelda and I’ll work my ass off to make something great for us.
Zfancyman14: What lessons learned from Apes will you carry with you to Zelda?
Ball: Keep the money on the screen. Be ambitious. Be confident in the talent around you. Try to do something great.
AgentSkidMarks: Has your work on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes given you any experience or inspiration that you think will help you with the upcoming Zelda movie?
Ball: Of course. You learn stuff on every movie you make. I learned a TON on this film.
Fine_Land_1974: If the film does well, are there plans in place to extend the series?
Ball: Yes. We’d love to continue with the story and characters.
OnePassenger4597: Will john cena play navi in the zelda movie?
Ball: You never know.
Okay, so that last comment was most likely tongue in cheek, but stranger things have happened… Ball also refused to comment on which Zelda games were his favorite, seemingly in an effort to avoid giving away which games the upcoming film might take inspiration from.
Click here to read through the full AMA for yourself, and see if there are any other details you can glean about Ball’s filmmaking style, or what he might be bringing to the Zelda movie.
Pokémon anime seasons 6-13 are now streaming on Hoopla
Gotta binge 'em all!
If you’re looking for a new place to stream episodes of the Pokémon anime, you’ve got one! The entirety of seasons 6 through 13 of the original Pokémon cartoon are now available for streaming via Hoopla Digital. Hoopla is a media streaming platform that partners with local libraries. Best of all, it can be accessed for free if you’re a member of a participating library!
These eight seasons of Pokémon are available to watch via Hoopla’s ‘BingePass’ model. Signing up for the pass will allow you to stream the included episodes for seven days. Click here for more info and to sign up for yourself. You’ll need an active library card to make use of it.
Various episodes of Pokémon are already available to stream across platforms like Netflix and Hulu, but it never hurts to have one more (especially if it’s free). Check out Hoopla’s site for more info and to see if there are participating libraries near you.
Square Enix pop-up store opening May 2024 in Japan
Start saving your Gil now
Square Enix has announced that they’ll be opening up a pop-up store in Japan where a variety of merchandise will be available for purchase. The store will be open at the Daimaru Umeda store in Osaka, Japan from May 2, 2024 until May 26, 2024.
The primary Square Enix franchises that will be represented at the store are Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest, and Kingdom Hearts. There will also be a few goodies from Octopath Traveler, Nier: Automata, and others. Items available for sale include plush toys, keychains, cable clips, t-shirts, and figurines. Customers who spend 5,000 Yen or more will also receive a free bonus gift of a small plate featuring a Slime and a Chocobo.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon gets a new trailer
No need to feel blue
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon was previously announced for a Switch release on June 27, 2024. Today, publisher Aniplex has released the third trailer for the English version of the game. It’s over three minutes long, and you can watch it for yourself up above.
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon will be available on the Switch eShop, as well as in a limited edition physical version for $79.99. Click here for more details.
The celebrated visual novel from Kinoko Nasu and TYPE-MOON is born anew…
Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon collects the two tales that make up the “Near Side of the Moon” portion of the original Tsukihime: Arcueid’s scenario, “Moon Princess,” and Ciel’s scenario, “Midnight Rainbow.”
Creator Kinoko Nasu has painstakingly disassembled and rebuilt the story, updating the setting to 2010s Tokyo and expanding the narrative. This reimagined presentation will exhilarate players with its hard-hitting tension and realism.
Featuring beautifully evolved visuals, animations, and music, Tsukihime: A Piece of Blue Glass Moon presents a fresh take on TYPE-MOON’s genre-defining classic.
Pokémon Sleep 'Fire Type Week' event announced
Hot side of the pillow
Pokémon Sleep has announced their latest upcoming event, which is Fire Type Week. During this week in May, you’ll be more likely to encounter Fire Type Pokémon, along with a few other bonuses. See below for all the info.
The Fire Type Week event lasts from 4:00 a.m. on Monday, May 6, to 3:59 a.m. on Monday, May 13 in all areas! If you’d like to prepare for the Entei Research event—during which Fire-type Pokémon will be particularly helpful—we encourage you to befriend lots of Fire-type Pokémon! During this event, you’ll be able to meet Pokémon of various sleep types regardless of your own. In particular, Fire-type Pokémon will be more likely to appear. Also during this event, you’ll be able to use the Mini Candy Boost function, which doubles the effect of Pokémon Candies. It’s a great opportunity to raise your Fire-type Pokémon!
In addition, one of the Pokémon that visits during sleep research will for sure arrive hungry! Note: This applies to only one sleep session per day. This effect applies separately from the hungry effects of Friend Incense and Good Camp Tickets. Example: If you use a Good Camp Ticket and Friend Incense together during the event, at least three Pokémon that appear during sleep research will for sure be hungry. On top of all that, you can get great rewards—like Vulpix Incense—through limited-time missions during the event. We hope you’re looking forward to this!
The following Pokémon are more likely to appear: Charmander, Charmeleon, Charizard, Vulpix, Ninetales, Growlithe, Arcanine, Flareon, Cyndaquil, Quilava, Typhlosion.
Lando Calrissian, Chewbacca, and more headed to Fortnite in May 3rd update
Whrrahhrhwurrgghhhawrrgaghhhrrr!
We’re about a week away from Fortnite’s big Star Wars themed update on May 3rd, 2024. Of course, this update will be coming a day early in order to properly celebrate ‘May the 4th’ later that weekend. This week, we got our first confirmations of some of the goodies coming to the game on that day.
First, the official Fortnite Festival account revealed that the debonair Lando Calrissian will be available as a skin in Fortnite’s rhythm mode. Just a couple days earlier, the LEGO Fortnite account also revealed that a LEGO version of the Wookiee Chewbacca would be joining in on the fun. Since skins tend to be shared across all modes in Fortnite, this means that Lando and Chewie are most likely confirmed for all other Fortnite modes as well.
In addition, dataminers have apparently uncovered a few other items that are likely to be added to the game with this update: a Death Trooper skin, a new Leia Organa skin, lightsabers, and the Wookiee Bowcaster as a Mythic item.
Stay tuned, as we wait for Fortnite to officially unveil everything they’ll have on offer for the big May 3rd update. If you’re a big Star Wars fan, there’s sure to be a lot in store for you!
Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island has been updated to Ver. 1.1.0. You can read the patch notes for this update below.
New features
- Added Sacred Tree Mode.
- You can start this mode by examining the Sacred Tree located at Shukuba Beach, after clearing Serpentcoil Island.
- You now replay dungeons you’ve already cleared using special rules.
- Added Dojo Challenge Mode to the Monster Dojo.
- This mode is only available after clearing Serpentcoil Island and unlocking the Monster Dojo.
Improvements
- The Item Holder can now store up to 960 items.
- Extended server storage duration for Parallel Data from 7 to 30 days.
- Added ability to PAUSE while in dungeons by pressing down on the right stick.
- Added an option to the Settings that allows you to turn off the display of possessions by quickly pressing the B button.
- Adjusted the timing for when a rescue request is submitted.
- Adjusted bonus for Aid Points obtained by rescuing other wanderers.
- Increased the number of locations where travelling companions appear, and fine-tuned game balance in all dungeons.
- Improved waiting time when setting up explosives.
Bug fixes / Adjustments
- Fixed an issue occuring when identifying statuses such as curses under certain conditions.
- Fixed an issue where blinded Bored Kappa would freeze if they threw items at each others.
- Fixed an issue causing the results screen not to display properly in some rare cases.
- About 120 other minor fixes and adjustments were made.
QUALIA ~The Path of Promise~ coming to Switch May 10, 2024
Sounds promising!
Publisher Sekai Games has announced that they’ll be releasing QUALIA ~The Path of Promise~, a new visual novel for the Nintendo Switch. It will be available on May 10, 2024.
Currently available on PC, the game will soon be playable on the Switch eShop for $19.99. The US store page isn’t up just yet, but it has been confirmed for a Western release, in addition to Europe, Japan, and Australia. See below for a gameplay trailer and more details.
“Machina” is the world’s first android to pass the Turing Test. She’s attracted worldwide attention for her human-like qualities though there’s still some part of her that is not fully complete which shows that she still has room to grow. Incidentally, she is also dressed like a maid.
At the suggestion of his colleague, Dr. Hiro Koshino ends up taking Machina home and has her work as a maid. As Machina continues to learn and grow through her interactions with Hiro, he also begins to develop certain feelings towards her…
An android heroine and the genius hermit. This is a story of pure love where the two learn to grow together, overcome fate, and find happiness. QUALIA ~The Path of Promise~ is the first release by Japanese developer, PURESIS.
Features
- Character designs by Suzushiro Atsushi
- Scenario by SpinnenS
- Japanese voice audio
- English, Japanese, Simpified Chinese language options
RUMOR: Switch accessory manufacturer shares new details on successor's controllers and features
Here we keep going again and again!
The fun never stops when you’re approaching the lead-up to a new Nintendo console. Today’s set of rumored new details comes courtesy of Mobapad, a Switch accessory manufacturer in Japan. They recently shared an article on their web site featuring multiple details they claim to be true of Nintendo’s Switch successor. Here’s the rundown:
- Existing Joy-Cons and Pro Controllers will be compatible with the new system, and HD Rumble will still be featured
- The device will be backwards compatible with original Switch games, but new cartridges will be a different shape/format
- There will be new Joy-Cons that are larger, and attach to the console magnetically. They’ll also have two new buttons (one on the back, one underneath the home menu button), and metallic SL and SR buttons
- The dock will output in 4K and use a USB-C port
- An improved kickstand will provide better support with a damping bracket, allowing for more precise adjustment of the angle when playing in tabletop mode
- The screen will measure 8 inches with 1080p resolution
As always, none of this has been confirmed by Nintendo, so we can’t take anything here as gospel. Mobapad is a legitimate accessory manufacturer, so if a new console is coming soon, it would make sense for them to have access to new information. On the other hand, Nintendo certainly wouldn’t want them to share that info ahead of schedule, so if these details are real, there’s certainly a question as to why Mobapad would decide to make them public.
This most likely won’t be the last set of rumors to come out about a new Nintendo console before it’s officially unveiled. Let’s wait and see which ones turn out to be true!
The Quintessential Quintuplets: Gotopazu Story 2nd announced for Switch
Fifth time's the charm!
Developer MAGES. has announced that they’ll be releasing The Quintessential Quintuplets: Gotopazu Story 2nd on the Nintendo Switch. This is the latest game to be released on Switch based on the Quintessential Quintuplets manga series. It’s scheduled for a release in Japan sometime in 2024.
As the title implies, this will be a direct sequel to The Quintessential Quintuplets: Gotopazu Story. It will include some content from that game, as well as brand new content following the continuing storyline. Presumably, it will be a visual novel/dating sim just like its predecessors.
Click here for more info, or check out the announcement trailer up above.
Play Nintendo shares Mother's Day themed Switch promo video
Last minute gift idea?
Mother’s Day is still a few weeks away, but Play Nintendo is getting in on the festivities early with their new video. It’s called ‘Mother’s Day Surprise: Playing Nintendo Switch Games With My Mom’. Play Nintendo host Jordan has picked out multiple ‘mom-themed’ levels from various Mario games on Switch. Would your mom appreciate some hand-picked Switch games for Mother’s Day…? Maybe you can steal the idea for your gift!
Shh! Jordan’s surprising her Mom with a special gift… playing Nintendo Switch games together! Watch as they bounce off Hoppos in Super Mario Bros. Wonder, have a cat-tastic time in Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, race against each other in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and so much more! Want to be apart of the fun? Well come along with Jordan and her Mom and Let’s Play!
Super Mario Run, Fire Emblem Heroes, Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, and Pokémon Masters EX, have all received a content update. Check out the full details for each game below via perfectly-nintendo.com.
Super Mario Run
- [Event] The latest Weekend Spotlight is now live, and it’s all about Retro Items. Here’s the items you can get from the Super Bonus game in Remix 10: 8-Bit Super Mushroom Trim (10%), 8-bit Fire Flower Trim (10%), 8-bit Super Star Trim (10%), 8-bit Mario Trim (10%), 8-bit Super Mushroom Statue (8%), 8-bit 1-Up Mushroom Statue (8%), 8-bit Fire Flower Statue (8%), 8-bit Super Star Statue (8%), Classic 8-bit Small Mario Statue (4%), Modern 8-bit Small Mario Statue (4%), Classic 8-bit Small Luigi Statue (4%), Modern 8-bit Small Mario Statue (4%), 8-bit Peach Statue (4%), 8-bit Toad Statue (4%), and 8-bit Bowser Statue (4%) (available until April 29th)
Fire Emblem Heroes
- [Events] The Shield Phase of the latest Mjölnir’s Strike event, featuring Panne (Proud Taguel), is now live (available until April 29th)
- [Quests] A new set of Quests is now live: Mjölnir’s Strike (available until April 29th)
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp
- [Crafting] The following is now available via Reissue Crafting: Simple Accent Wall Collection, Sunlit Window Collection, Time-Lapse Window Collection (available until April 30th)
Pokémon Masters EX
- [Events] The latest Special Battle Event, ???, is now live (available until ???)
- [Scout] The following Sync Pairs are now available via Poké Fair Scout A: Sygna Suit Hilbert & Genesect, Sygna Suit Hau & Tapu Koko, and Skyla (Anniversary 2022) & Tornadus (available until May 9th)
- [Scout] The following Sync Pairs are now available via Poké Fair Scout B: Blue (Classic) & Aerodactyl, Sygna Suit Lysandre & Volcanion, and Palmer & Regigigas (available until May 9th)
- [Scout] The following Sync Pairs are now available via Poké Fair Scout C: Emmet & Archeops, Gloria (Dojo Uniform) & Urshifu, and Sygna Suit Giovanni & Nidoking (available until May 9th)
- [Events] The latest Solo Event re-run, Pasio Gold Rush, is now live (available until May 10th)
- [Missions] A new set of Event Missions is now available: Pasio Gold Rush (available until May 10th)
- [Events] The latest Daily Battle re-run, The Golden Magikarp is now live (available until May 10th)
- [Missions] A new set of Event Missions is now available: The Golden Magikarp (available until May 10th)
- [Events] The latest Special Event, Rika’s Elite Test, is now live. Complete missions to unlock rewards for you and other players (available until May 13th?)
- [Events] The latest Training Support Rally is now live (available until May 10th)
- [Events] The latest Training Area Boost is now live (available until May 7th)
- [Log-in Bonus] The Training Support Log-in Bonus is now live, with Stamina x400 to get each day for 10 days (available until May 10th)
Inti Creates Gold Archive Collection announced for Switch
It's gold, Jerry! Gold!
Developer Inti Creates has announced a brand new collection for the Nintendo Switch called Inti Creates Gold Archive Collection. This title will include three Inti Creates games which were previously only available digitally on a physical cartridge. Those games are Mighty Gunvolt, Mighty Gunvolt Burst, and PuzzMiX.
Inti Creates Gold Archive Collection will be available on August 20, 2024 in Japan for 3,278 yen (about $21 USD). A special edition will also be available which includes soundtracks for Mighty Gunvolt Burst and PuzzMix, plus an acrylic stand. That version will cost 8,778 Yen (about $56 USD).
The collection has not been announced for a release outside of Japan as of now, so you’ll probably have to import if you want a physical version of these games. Check out the announcement trailer above, and more info below.
Inti Creates Gold Archive Collection includes three previously digital-only games, Mighty Gunvolt, Mighty Gunvolt Burst, and PuzzMiX, on one physical cartridge for Nintendo Switch.
Mighty Gunvolt has been newly ported to the Nintendo Switch, and Mighty Gunvolt Burst includes all available downloadable content, making this collection as complete as possible!
You’ll be able to buy these acclaimed once-digital-only titles in one convenient package, yours forever!
Mighty Gunvolt
From the graphics to the gameplay, Mighty Gunvolt brings back the feel of retro classics from the 80s! Playable characters cross-over from Azure Striker GUNVOLT, Gal*Gun, and Mighty No. 9!
(The version included in an all-new port to the Nintendo Switch.)
Mighty Gunvolt Burst
Aim for BURST combos by defeating enemies at point-blank in Mighty Gunvolt Burst! Collect items to customize every little detail of your loadout and character for tons of replay value!
All playable character DLC is included for 9 total characters!
(This version is complete with all available downloadable content included.)
PuzzMiX
Here comes a new puzzle game starring Lola from the Azure Striker GUNVOLT and Luminous Avenger iX series!
Combine two Lola pods to make increasingly bigger pods and rake in the score!