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Check Out The Full Character Breakdown For Gyarados In Pokemon Unite
The terror of the deep
What will soon be the newest addition to Pokemon Unite, Gyarados, just received a full character breakdown, and it’s looking quite powerful!
Starting as the lowly Magikarp, players can fill up their “effort” gauge to evolve into Gyarados! Gyarados has a variety of moves available at his disposal, including Moxie, Dragon Breath, Aqua Tail, Waterfall, Bounce, and his powerful Unite Move, Dragon Current! Gyarados is shown to be a Melee, All-Rounder character, best played by those with some familiarity with the game.
Check out the full breakdown of the moves and see them in action in the video above!
Splatoon 3's Side Order DLC Gets New Trailer Along With A Feb. 22nd Release Date
Chaos may have won the game, but Order won the dlc!
In a bit of a surprise announcement, we finally have a release date for Splatoon 3’s Side Order expansion! And even better, its set to release in less than a month, on February 22nd!
There is still a good amount of mystery surrounding this expansion, but it seems to take place in some world quite different from the Splatoon 3 we are used to… Perhaps related to the loser of Splatoon 2’s final splatfest, Team Order? Time will only tell, and thankfully it’s not much of a wait!
Universal Japan's Upcoming Donkey Kong Rail-Jumping Ride Tech Detailed
Its finally here, performing for you
We’ve known for a while that Universal Studios Japan would be expanding into Donkey Kong’s Jungle, but outside of some concept art, we didn’t know a lot. However, we now know a little bit about one of the upcoming rides.
Ripped straight out of the Donkey Kong Country games, one of the new minecart-coasters will involve broken tracks that riders will “jump” over! Of course, the ride doesn’t actually do this, instead relying on a secret track below the visible track that allows the minecart to perform these stunts.
The video above breaks down how this works, but is only avaliable in German. If you (like me) might prefer an English version, check out this Gizmodo Article for a thorough breakdown of the ride to come!
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince hits one million sales
Thats a lot of slimes!
Following its Switch launch on December 1st, 2023, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince has hit one million sales! This includes both physical and digital sales, so pretty good overall!
If you would like to join in on the fun, check out the game here.
In celebration of this milestone, all DRAGON QUEST MONSTERS: The Dark Prince players will receive a free “Mighty Meat Platter Set” as thank you for their support. The “Mighty Meat Platter Set” will be available to download for free in the Nintendo eShop on February 1st at 9am PT/5pm GMT. Once downloaded, the items included in the set will be automatically added to player’s inventory upon restarting the game.
The “Mighty Meat Platter Set” includes:
- Manky meat x 5
- Monster munchies x 5
- Smoked sirloin x 5
- Meaty treat x 3
- Beastie bites x 2
- Better beastie bites x 1
In possibly one of the strangest things to appear at CES this week, videos are being shared of a new holographic Mario that uses AI to answer a variety of questions. It’s unclear as to where exactly this would be used, if it ever would be, but the Target logo in the bottom left suggests it could appear in stores to help shoppers.
Check out the live demonstration below, where Mario helps Twitter User Greggory with buying video games and eating healthier. Seeing as he didn’t recommend any mushrooms, the algorithm must have been trained on Chris Pratt’s rendition of the character…
Greggory promises to capture more footage of our new Italian overlords soon enough, so stay tuned.
There’s no word as to whether Nintendo themselves are involved in this project. However, it seems unlikely that they at the very least didn’t give the ok to use Mario’s likeness in this demonstration. The project is clearly still in development, with the voice especially needing some work. That being said, I don’t hate this, especially if it can get to the point where it gives us a good representation of Mario. At the very least it could lead to some funny encounters, similar to the one above.
UPDATE: Proto, the company behind this experiment, has confirmed to Kotaku that Nintendo didn’t sign off on the use of Mario. A Proto rep stated that, “AARP and Nintendo were not involved in the inadvertent showing today. The fact that so many gamers of the world have taken notice shows that they are the best fans in the world and we salute them.”
Mario vs. Donkey Kong "Pieces of the Puzzle" Trailer Shared, New Content Detailed
A puzzling amount of new content!
A new trailer for Mario vs. Donkey Kong just dropped! This remake of the classic game features over 130 levels, a two player mode, 2 new worlds and plenty of new modes to check out! Take a look at the full press release below for all the new information!
New game modes! More levels! Increased challenges! Not getting along has never been this much fun.
The rivalry between Mario and Donkey Kong keeps getting bigger – and just when you think you’ve found every key, solved every puzzle and accounted for every stolen Mini-Mario, new discoveries await. The Mario vs. Donkey Kong game for the Nintendo Switch system is launching on Feb. 16.
This enhanced version of Mario vs. Donkey Kong offers over 130 levels and Two-Player Mode that helps you (and your friends) tackle challenges in all new ways. Also new to this version of the game are Merry Mini-Land and Slippery Summit – two worlds full of new enemies and level themes with distinct play mechanics to keep you on your toes. And if your toes are up for it, you can unlock Plus Levels and Expert Levels as you play the game to further ramp up the mayhem with new gameplay wrinkles or added challenges.
Once you think you’ve mastered all the levels, you now have the chance to play against your toughest opponent: Yourself. Mario vs. Donkey Kong will be adding a Time Attack feature so players can take turns raising their personal bar.
Of course, it’s not all a competition. Mario vs. Donkey Kong is bringing two new playing styles to the game: Casual and Classic. Play the original game in its original form in Classic or give yourself a break and tone down the challenge a bit in Casual – you’ll get the same levels, just slightly less punishing and with a few more chances for “do overs.” Remember, keep your friends close, and your frenemies closer!
Chunsoft Inc. Sale Now Live For European eShop
Thats a lotta games!
European Nintendo Switch Owners are in luck, as Chunsoft Inc. has started a huge sale on a variety of their titles! Some of the avaliable games are up to 80% off, so this is a great time to take advantage of this deal! The sale runs from now until the 14th of January, so don’t wait and miss out!
Save up to 85% on Spike Chunsoft, Inc. Games During the Nintendo eShop Europe New Year Sale January 1 to January 14, 2024
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (January 1, 2024) - Players in Europe can save up to 85% on these Spike Chunsoft, Inc. titles from January 1 to January 14, 2024, during the Nintendo eShop New Year Sale. *Visit the Nintendo eShop in your region for details.
ANONYMOUS;CODE - Up to 30% Off
Fitness Circuit - Up to 50% Off
STEINS;GATE 0 - Up to 80% Off
STEINS;GATE: My Darling’s Embrace - Up to 60% Off
RESEARCH and DESTROY - Up to 55% Off
CHAOS;HEAD NOAH - Up to 50% Off
CHAOS;CHILD - Up to 50% Off
CHAOS;HEAD NOAH / CHAOS;CHILD DOUBLE PACK - Up to 50% Off
KATANA KAMI: A Way of the Samurai Story - Up to 80% Off
ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE - Up to 60% Off
ROBOTICS;NOTES DaSH - Up to 60% Off
Shiren The Wanderer: The Tower of Fortune and the Dice of Fate - Up to 60% Off
YU-NO: A girl who chants love at the bound of this world - Up to 70% Off
The BINBOK GEMINI Now Available, Features Hall Effect Joysticks
Hall Effect Joysticks at a reasonable price? Satisfactory!
Looking for a cheaper alternative to the Switch Pro Controller? Look no further than the BINOK GEMINI! This controller features everything you would come to expect from the Pro Controller, and more, including Hall Effect Joysticks, which use magnets to near eliminate drift! Check out the breakdown below, and the trailer above to get all of the details!
BINBOK GEMINI features the switchable double Rumble, hall effect joystick, 8-Way D-pad, and ergonomic grips, accompanied by 2 programmable buttons and a six-axis motion sensor, delivering a comfortable and flawless gaming experience. It’s an affordable alternative of pro controller for Switch.
Ikkarus and the Prince of Sin Promises To Give Yaoi-Fantasy Fun On January 10th
The Prince Of Sin Huh ;)
Looking to play a fantasy adventure with a spicy twist? Ikkarus and the Prince of Sin promises to be the Yaoi fantasy adventure of your dreams! Be sure to check out Ikkarus and the Prince of Sin, which is set to release on January 10th. Take a look at the breakdown below for more information!
Prove your worth as a village hero!
Ikkarus and the Prince of Sin is a yaoi-themed fantasy adventure visual novel where you can manage your daily routine, travel the land, accept side quests, pursue 3 possible romance options, discover 6 unique endings and unlock special CG scenes as you progress. The experience can be further customized by choosing from difficulty settings focused on story or gameplay challenge!
After slaying a dragon, Ikkarus returns to his village and unexpectedly receives ownership of a tavern as his reward. Upon visiting the tavern, he discovers that the place is an utter disaster and has accumulated a shocking debt of 50,000 gold pieces. While this would surely infuriate a lesser recipient, the heroic Ikkarus readily accepts the challenge ahead of him. Now, determined to fix the place up and prove his worth to the man who gave him the tavern, Ikkarus enlists other young men to his cause, and new bonds develop as Ikkarus’ party spends their time working at the tavern, making drinks and hunting monsters on the side.
Features
Enjoy a blend of fantasy adventure and daily life management! Watch the story unfold in visual novel style with colorful dialogue and memorable characters. Turn a rundown tavern into a bustling village hotspot! Choose from 4 difficulty settings to focus on story or challenge. Discover multiple romance options and alternate endings based on your choices. Accept quests and hunt monsters in turn-based RPG combat!
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Various Japanese Developers Share What To Expect From Them In 2024
Sounds like there is lots to come!
In recent developer interviews with 4Gamer.net, multiple Japanese developers were asked about what to expect from them in 2024. Thanks to the good people over at gematsu, we have translations to share below!
■ Grasshopper Manufacture
Goichi “Suda 51” Suda
(Known for The Silver Case, killer7, No More Heroes series, Shadows of the Damned)
—Ambitions for 2024
“2024 will be a lively year for Grasshopper. A remaster of Shadows of the Damned will be released. And we are hard at work on a new title!
Ren Yamazaki
(Known for No More Heroes III)
—Ambitions for 2024
“In 2024, we will continue to work hard to create fun games. I think we should be able to announce something in 2024.”
■ Koei Tecmo Games
Tomohiko Sho
(Known for Dynasty Warriors 3 to 6, Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree’s Woe and the Blight Below, Dragon Quest Heroes II, Dragon Quest Champions, Fate/Samurai Remnant)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I see 2024 as an important year for delivering the best games to everyone over the next few years. And I hope to make it a year where I can announce such games, so I ask that you please look forward to it with anticipation.”
Akihiro Suzuki
(Known for Dynasty Warriors series)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I am very sorry that we were unable to release any new information regarding the Dynasty Warriors series in 2023. We will do everything we can to be able to do so in 2024, so please continue to give us your support.”
■ GPTRACK50
Hiroyuki Kobayashi
(Known for Resident Evil series, Devil May Cry series, Sengoku Basara series, Dragon’s Dogma, etc.)
—Ambitions for 2024
“Our staff is having fun developing a new action RPG that will be unique to our company. While I hope to be able to make an announcement in 2024, I’d like to consider it as I watch over our development progress.” ■ Grasshopper Manufacture
Goichi “Suda 51” Suda
(Known for The Silver Case, killer7, No More Heroes series, Shadows of the Damned)
—Ambitions for 2024
“2024 will be a lively year for Grasshopper. A remaster of Shadows of the Damned will be released. And we are hard at work on a new title!
Ren Yamazaki
(Known for No More Heroes III)
—Ambitions for 2024
“In 2024, we will continue to work hard to create fun games. I think we should be able to announce something in 2024.”
■ Koei Tecmo Games
Tomohiko Sho
(Known for Dynasty Warriors 3 to 6, Dragon Quest Heroes: The World Tree’s Woe and the Blight Below, Dragon Quest Heroes II, Dragon Quest Champions, Fate/Samurai Remnant)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I see 2024 as an important year for delivering the best games to everyone over the next few years. And I hope to make it a year where I can announce such games, so I ask that you please look forward to it with anticipation.”
Akihiro Suzuki
(Known for Dynasty Warriors series)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I am very sorry that we were unable to release any new information regarding the Dynasty Warriors series in 2023. We will do everything we can to be able to do so in 2024, so please continue to give us your support.”
■ GPTRACK50
Hiroyuki Kobayashi
(Known for Resident Evil series, Devil May Cry series, Sengoku Basara series, Dragon’s Dogma, etc.)
—Ambitions for 2024
“Our staff is having fun developing a new action RPG that will be unique to our company. While I hope to be able to make an announcement in 2024, I’d like to consider it as I watch over our development progress.”
■ Square Enix
Yosuke Saito
(Known for NieR series, Voice of Cards series, Gems Company)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I’m working hard! Will I finally be able to announce something new? Or will I not? Please wait just a little longer.”
■ Square Enix
Yosuke Saito
(Known for NieR series, Voice of Cards series, Gems Company)
—Ambitions for 2024
“I’m working hard! Will I finally be able to announce something new? Or will I not? Please wait just a little longer.”
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Version 3.0.0 Featuring The Indigo Disk DLC Now Available For Pokemon Scarlett And Violet
Paldea Jones and the Indigo Disk
Version 3.0.0 is now available to download for Pokemon Scarlett And Violet. This update features The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk. Check out the feature list below!
The Synchro Machine
Once players progress far enough in their adventure in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk, they’ll be able to use a device called the Synchro Machine to see the world through the eyes of their Pokémon. While synchronized with one of their Pokémon, they can move around and battle wild Pokémon—a fresh new way to play the game. It appears that this device is still a prototype. Players can use it once they’ve helped a scientist in the Terarium with her research.
The Power of Flight
The Legendary Pokémon Koraidon or Miraidon will gain the power to fly for the first time when Trainers take on the Elite Trial set by Amarys of the BB League Elite Four. While this power is at first believed to be only temporarily imparted, it can apparently be made permanent, allowing Koraidon and Miraidon to fly at any time—but only once players have made it far enough in their adventure. Trainers will be able to fly wherever they please with their Legendary Pokémon and enjoy the sense of freedom that only an open world can provide.
Legendary Pokémon
After completing the main story of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk, Trainers can meet a curious character named Snacksworth at Blueberry Academy. By completing Blueberry Quests (BBQs) in the Terarium, Trainers can earn snacks from Snacksworth that will allow them to encounter certain Legendary Pokémon from throughout the series back in the Paldea region. He’ll also share his extensive knowledge about these Pokémon with Trainers—as well as tall tales of his own heroic encounters with them.
Want a fresh new outfit for your Pokemon Go Trainer? Even better, want a FREE new outfit in Pokemon Go? Well, you are in luck! To celebrate the release of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero Part 2: The Indigo Disk, all trainers will receive some new threads based on the DLC!
Hop on to Pokemon Go to check them out!
New Japanese Commercial Shared For Pokemon Scarlett And Violet DLC
Thats a lot of Pokemon!
Just in time for Pokemon Scarlett and Violet’s new DLC release, Japan received a new trailer! The trailer showcases some new and returning faces we can expect to find with the DLC. Check it out above!
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet 3.0.0 Update Detailed
This is a game changer
Today Pokemon Scarlet and Violet is getting its 3.0.0 update, which includes some small changes to the game, bug fixes, and a whole new DLC to explore! Check out all of the changes below courtesy of Serebii.net!
First returning Pokémon are added for all players to use
The difficulty for Ogre Oustin’ will be adjusted
The move Hospitality has a bug fix where it causes unintended behavior in some circumstances
Protosynthesis and Quark Drive will no longer activate when in play with Neutralising Gas
Other Bug Fixes will also run.
This patch is required for online play
New Spirits To Be Added To Super Smash Bros. Ultimate This January
Whos That Spirit?
I dont think anyone expected this, but we are getting new spirits to play around with in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate this January! Sakurai didn’t say what game they would be from, so it will be a fun surprise next year! Check out the translated tweet below, aswell as the original!