It’s been almost a decade wait for a proper No More Heroestitle, but the end is finally near. Grasshopper Manufacture announced No More Heroes III will be coming to Switch in 2020. While a top down hack’n slash Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroeswas released last year, No More Heroes III will be a third person title like the first two games. Robin Atkin Downes and Paula Tiso will be reprising their roles of Travis Touchdown and Sylvia Christel. Nobuaki Kaneko of RIZE will be providing the soundtrack for the game.
No More Heroes III will be set ten years after the events of No More Heroes. Travis will be returning to Santa Destroy. A lot has changed over the years. A giant city is now floating in the sea, and a massive object hovers just above. Some things haven’t changed though, as Travis has a ton of battles with weird and wacky assassins ahead of him.
Tokyo – June 11, 2019 – Grasshopper
Manufacture has announced a 2020 release date for No More Heroes III, a brand new entry in the No More Heroes franchise
exclusive to the Nintendo Switch, during Nintendo’s E3 2019 Nintendo Direct
video presentation. Taking place ten years after the original No More Heroes, No More Heroes III follows Travis
Touchdown as he returns to his former home of Santa Destroy. There he
encounters a huge artificial metropolis floating in the sea, and a
mysterious flying object high above the city. What crazy dangerous assassins
will he have to face in this strange new world?
”After the Nintendo
Switch unveiling conference in 2017, we released Travis Strikes Again this
year, and now we are finally able to make the dream of No More Heroes III a
reality,” says director Goichi Suda, or Suda51. “We’re working hard
on development day in and day out to ensure that NMHIII goes above and
beyond the expectations of all the fans who have been waiting for the game for
so long, and we’re going to be rolling it out in 2020. May the Switch be with
you!”
In addition
to Robin Atkin Downes and Paula Tiso returning to their roles as
Travis Touchdown and Sylvia Christel, No
More Heroes III features an all-new original score composed by
musician and actor Nobuaki Kaneko of the band RIZE.
No More Heroes III is
scheduled for an exclusive Nintendo Switch release in 2020. Please stay tuned
for more information.
Nobuaki Kaneko No More
Heroes III Lead Composer
Member (drummer) of rock band RIZE.
Started performing solo in 2009 under his own name, ‘Nobuaki Kaneko’. He has
also proven his talent as an actor as well, performing in many popular movies,
TV series, and commercials. Official site:http://kanekonobuaki.com/
Comments: I’m extremely
fortunate to have this awesome opportunity! Let’s do this, Travis!
Comments: I’m really
looking forward to voicing Travis again; the NMH
players have always been incredibly supportive and kind when it comes to my
voice work within the games, and I’m glad we can give them something new to
sink their teeth into! The opportunity to work with both SUDA51 and Grasshopper
again is very exciting, and I can’t wait for the game’s release next year, so
everyone can see what we’ve been working on!
Comments: I’m thrilled
to be reprising my role as Sylvia Christel for No More Heroes III. Sylvia has always been a
favorite character of mine and I’m so excited to see what SUDA51 and
Grasshopper are creating for the NMH
community. It’s an honor to be part of this epic game, and I can’t wait
til 2020 to share the fun with everyone!
Yusuke Kozaki No More Heroes III lead
character designer
Kozaki is a top creator
who has worked not only in illustration and manga, but has also flexed his
skills in character design for a wide variety of genres including anime and
video games as well. His works have been highly praised both domestically and
overseas. Some of his most notable character design work has been for the No More Heroes and Fire Emblem series, as well
as Pokémon Go.
About Grasshopper Manufacture Inc. Grasshopper Manufacture Inc. is a ‘video
game band’ based in Tokyo, established in 1998 by award-winning game creator
Goichi “Suda51” Suda. Widely known for creating and developing titles like Killer 7 and No More Heroes, Suda51 is
famous for consistently creating imaginative and unique IPs that rarely conform
to game industry standards. The universes Grasshopper creates constantly
challenge, surprise and exceed the expectations of fans around the world.
The original version of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White
Witch will also be available on Nintendo Switch™,
marking its official debut on a handheld platform. Both versions are set to release on 20th September, 2019.
Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered on
PlayStation 4 and PC features brilliant new visual enhancements by QLOC,
letting PlayStation 4 players enjoy the game at 1080p resolution and with a
super-smooth frame rate of 60 frames per second (FPS). PlayStation 4 Pro users
can also opt for a true 4K resolution at 30 FPS, or 1440p at 60FPS. PC players
will be able to play the game up to a 4K resolution and 60 FPS.
Ni no
Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch on Nintendo Switch is the
first handheld iteration of the acclaimed title adapted by Engine Software. It
will let Switch players experience the game with 720p resolution at 30 FPS in
TV mode at home, or in handheld mode on the go. The game retains the same
dynamic fight system combining real-time action and turn-based tactical
elements, as well as the dozens of locations and hundreds of creatures that
comprise the vast universe of Ni no Kuni.
Originally developed by LEVEL-5, Ni no
Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch’s tale unfolds through animation
storyboarded and created by the legendary Studio Ghibli, with music composed by
award-winning musician Joe Hisaishi. Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch
tells the charming yet tragic story of Oliver, a young boy who embarks on a
journey to another world – one filled with familiars and foes – in hopes of
bringing back his mother following a tragic incident. With a copy of the
Wizard’s Companion book in hand and trusted friend Drippy by his side, Oliver
must traverse exotic lands to tame familiars and take on malevolent foes. With
his newly formed team of friends and familiars, it’s up to Oliver to overcome
the challenges of personal growth and fierce enemies in order to save his mom.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S. part
of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc. is a leading global publisher and developer of
interactive content for platforms including all major video game consoles, PC
and mobile. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the
industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™,
DARK SOULS™, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball, GALAGA™, RIDGE RACER™ and
ACE COMBAT™. For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu
CRASH
TEAM RACING NITRO-FUELED KEEPS FOOT ON THE GAS POST-LAUNCH WITH FREE SEASONAL
CONTENT FOR ALL PURCHASERS
Grand Prix delivers new tracks, characters, items, and
challenges to all owners
Fans will have access to even more content after
launch from other beloved games
June
12, 2019— Crossing the finish line in Crash™ Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
doesn’t mean the Bandicoot has sung! Today, Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ:
ATVI) and lead developer Beenox announced that for the first time ever,
purchasers of the remastered game will be able to take part in free bonus
seasonal content with its Grand Prix in-game offerings post launch. Giving
gamers another reason to play, the first Grand Prix will kick off on July 4,
2019 in ANZ, and will include a new track for all players, unlockable
characters, karts and various customisation
items.
Today, in a first-look of CTR TV,
hosts Chick and Stew revealed all the fun awaiting players in the Grand Prix.
They also revealed that fans will get a brand-new track with each Grand Prix.
The first track is called Twilight Tour, which takes players on an epic
journey by day and night through the middle east.
That’s not all, Chick and Stew also spilled the news that Tawna will in fact be
coming to the CTR universe, as an earnable character in the first Grand Prix.
There will be new items and characters dropped into the game’s Pit Stop
rotation each Grand Prix, including members of the Nitro Squad in the first
season (formerly known as the Trophy Girls). These racers come from regions
around the world and are ready to represent their countries with speed and
strength! Chick and Stew also let fans know about the content they can expect
in the two following Grand Prix Seasons, including the most anticipated event
of the century…Spyro’s induction to CTR!
Additionally, in the South
Lobby of the Los Angeles Convention Center at E3
(June 11-13), show attendees can test drive Crash
Team Racing Nitro-Fueled. Passersby will be among
the first in the world to race on remastered Crash Team Racing tracks:
Tiny’s Arena and Hot Air Skyway and reimagined Crash™ Nitro Kart tracks:
Jungle Boogie and Thunderstruck.
“Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled was
designed to deliver fun in unexpected and exciting ways. The Grand Prix
does that by giving players a reason to fall in love with the game over and
over again,” said Thomas Wilson, Co-Studio Head at Beenox. “Crash Team
Racing was an iconic game in the ‘90s that influenced how gamers played
kart racer games, and we’re thrilled to continue that tradition with Crash
Team Racing Nitro-Fueled by introducing new content to players in ways they
haven’t imagined yet— the race definitely isn’t over once you cross the finish
line.”
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled features all the remastered tracks,
characters and modes from the original CTR game, and all the reimagined tracks
from the original CNK game — all playable in stunning HD! In addition to this, with the in-game Pit Stop and the
Grand Prix seasons, players will be able to race with their earned karts and
characters from CNK, as well as content inspired by Crash Tag Team Racing
to get the best of the Crash racing universe! Get ready to trick out your
ride, complete N. sane battles, get lost in the adventure mode, and race
against your friends or frenemies in online multiplayer and more. Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled launches on June 21, 2019, and will be
available for the PlayStation® 4, PlayStation® 4 Pro, Nintendo Switch™, and the
family of Xbox One devices from Microsoft, including the Xbox One X. Racers that want to start revving their engines can pre-order both
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled and the Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
– Nitros Oxide Edition now. Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
will be available for the suggested retail price of $69.99 AUD. Crash Team
Racing Nitro-Fueled – Nitros Oxide Edition (digital deluxe) will be
available for the suggested retail price of $99.99 AUD. Watch the official trailer [here]. More information about Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
can be found at www.crashbandicoot.com/crashteamracing.
Fans are also invited to follow Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as subscribe to the YouTube channel at
YouTube.com/crashbandicoot.
About
Activision
Headquartered
in Santa Monica, Calif., Activision is a leading global producer
and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations
throughout the world and is a division of Activision
Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), an S&P 500 company. More
information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s
website, www.activision.com or
by following @Activision.
DO YOU SMELL BARBECUE?! SPYRO REIGNITED TRILOGY
GLIDES OVER TO NINTENDO SWITCH™ AND PC (via STEAM) THIS SUMMER!
Everyone’s
Favourite Purple Dragon is Fully Remastered and Set for Take-Off on New
Platforms
June
12, 2019 – Last year Spyro the Dragon made his triumphant
return in Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and on September 3 he’s
continuing to spread the remaster fire by landing onto Nintendo Switch™ and PC
via Steam for the very first time. Currently
available on PlayStation® 4, PlayStation® 4 Pro and the family of Xbox One
devices from Microsoft, including the Xbox One X, Spyro
Reignited Trilogy will soon allow Spyro fans to enjoy the three
original Spyro™ games however they want to play — on the go with Nintendo’s
gaming console or looking better than ever on PC. The trilogy, which includes Spyro™
the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto’s Rage! and Spyro™:
Year of the Dragon, will be available to pre-order starting today via
major retailers at a suggested retail price of$69.95 AUD.
Making
its official Nintendo Switch debut during this year’s Nintendo Direct at E3, Spyro
Reignited Trilogy will mark the first time all three original Spyro
games will be available on a Nintendo console. The trilogy will also mark the
first Spyro appearance on a Nintendo console since Skylanders®
Imaginators in 2016, and the first Spyro-led game on a Nintendo console
in more than 11 years. With Nintendo Switch, players can jump, glide, charge
and flame their foes as they take on the challenges and adventures from the
remaster both on the go in handheld mode or from the
comfort of their homes in TV mode.
Spyro
will also take his first ever flight on PC via Steam when Activision
Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc.
(NASDAQ: ATVI) brings the dynamic gaming collection in fiery 4K and an uncapped
framerate to delight both veteran and new franchise fans.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy demonstrates the cultivation of epic game remastery
that builds on the incredible experience of the original games. The characters
and personalities are creatively re-developed with additional flavor allowing
fans to reignite the flames with Spyro and his crew. Players will experience a
trilogy packed with an astounding amount of detail, refreshed modern gameplay
mechanics, and smooth camera handling. For more
information, please visit www.SpyroTheDragon.com
and follow @SpyroTheDragon on Twitter and @Spyro on Facebook and Instagram.
Lastly, subscribe to the YouTube channel at YouTube.com/SpyroTheDragon.
About
Activision
Headquartered
in Santa Monica, Calif., Activision is a leading global producer
and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout
the world and is a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), an
S&P 500 company. More information about Activision and its products
can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com or
by following @Activision.
THE NEXT EVOLUTION OF PES IS HERE: eFootball PES 2020 ANNOUNCED
FC Barcelona’s Lionel Messi Named Global Cover Star; Brazilian Icon Ronaldinho Dons Legend Edition Cover
Konami Digital Entertainment B.V. announced overnight at the 2019 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) details of the next instalment in the PES series, eFootballPES 2020 (PES 2020). Headlined by the global superstar and FC Barcelona forward Lionel Messi, the standard edition of PES 2020 will be available to pre-order on PlayStation®4, Xbox One™, and PC STEAM.
“I am very happy
to be on the cover of eFootball PES 2020. Since I was a little
kid, I have always looked forward to seeing who was going to be on the cover.
Now my son plays the game, and I have to say that he’s very excited that it’s
going to be me. He’s even asked me several times why I was not on it, so I’m
really happy now that I am,” commented Lionel Messi, professional footballer
and current FC Barcelona forward.
PES 2020 ushers in a new
decade of industry-leading football simulation with a bold promise to
revolutionize eFootball and introduce the sport to a global audience. The PES
series continues its dedicated pursuit of realism, taking consideration of fan
feedback to bring several impactful changes that instils every moment of play
with a sense of complete freedom and control. Key changes include a remastered
version of Master League, a brand-new mode called Matchday and a
completely overhauled visual identity for in-game menus.
Jonas Lygaard,
Senior Director Brand & Business Development at Konami Digital
Entertainment B.V.added: “Today’s announcement of eFootball
PES 2020 and our new positioning recognises this company’s commitment to
the emerging sport of eFootball and progress we’ve made in that direction with
previous PES titles. With KONAMI’s continued investment in the PES
LEAGUE and eFootball.Pro tournaments, plus our dedication to continually
raising the bar for football simulation games, we’ve never been more excited
for the future of the eFootball PES series.”
Enlisting the
expertise of legendary midfielder Andrés Iniesta has shaped the latest
instalment with a renewed focus on immersion and authenticity, translating his
innate ability to read the space around him and slip through the tiniest cracks
of an otherwise impregnable defensive line into a new dynamic dribbling
technique; the Finesse Dribble.
Renowned as one of
football’s most entertaining players, Ronaldinho’s unique style of football is
also coming to PES 2020, featuring animation sets that allow players to
move like the man himself, using unparalleled technical flair and fluid
movement to beat defenders, together with showboat first-touch techniques such
as chest and back control.
Master League Remastered
Huge changes are
coming to fan-favourite mode Master League, headlined by a powerful new
interactive dialogue system that puts the reins firmly in players hands when it
comes to controlling story progression. This enables players to choose
responses that suit their personality to drive progression and create their own
personal Master League story.
The transfer
market in PES 2020 will also feature a brand-new algorithm ensuring that
transfers, transfer fees, salaries and other elements are in close alignment
with reality.
Further additions
include:
Create
and customise sponsor logos that will be displayed on the media backdrop
during interviews and on the Master League main menu screen
Customise
manager modelswith a greater level of freedom thanks to
high-performance 3D scanning technology to capture images of individuals
of varying body shapes and sizes
Or play
through Master League using one of several legendary managers as
your avatar, including Zico, Cruyff and Maradona
Brand-New Mode: Matchday
In a brand-new
mode for PES 2020, Matchday distils the essence of football
culture into a competitive format that lifts players out of the spectator
stands and puts them onto the pitch. Align yourself with one of two different
sides at the start of each weekly event, where every perfectly placed pass and
show-stopping goal unleashed contributes points towards victory.
Stand alongside
PES newcomers and seasoned veterans alike as you work together to build an
advantage for your side ahead of the Grand Final. As each weekly event
enters its final phase, the results from all Group Matches played are analysed
to find the best performing user from each side. These users are selected as Representatives,
earning the right to compete in the Grand Final on behalf of their
chosen side – fully viewable via a livestream feed in Matchday mode.
Additional game features:
Beyond Master
League and Matchday, numerous significant changes have been made to PES
2020 as a direct result of fan feedback. This includes upgraded trapping
mechanics and new techniques; context-sensitive kick accuracy; more realistic
defence and the addition of the intentional foul; an adaptive player
interaction system that recreates player personalities on the pitch; and much
more.
The beautiful game
has never looked better this year, with PES 2020 introducing an enhanced
lighting engine, improved player models, realistic cutscenes and replay
footage, plus a completely new preset camera angle that offers a compelling
broadcast feel.
eFootball PES 2020 will be available on PlayStation®4, Xbox One™, and PC STEAM on September 10th. The incomparable Lionel Messi will feature as the cover star for the standard edition.
Konami Group was established in 1973, starting
as an amusement machine manufacturer for arcades. Over the years, the company
has grown to include different business units across various markets.
Currently, KONAMI HOLDINGS CORPORATION includes the Digital Entertainment,
Amusement, Gaming & Systems, and Sports Businesses. The company went public
on the Osaka Securities Exchange in 1984, the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1988, and
the London Stock Exchange in 1999. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.
About Konami Digital Entertainment
Konami Digital Entertainment, which is the core
company of Konami Group, develops entertaining content for mobile, console and
card games. The company is known for global franchises such as Pro Evolution
Soccer, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the
Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/
A complete reimagining of the
lovable 3D adventure platformer featuring new levels, gameplay and more will
debut on Nintendo Switch later this year
McKinney,
TX – June 11, 2019 –
Playful Studios today announced New
Super Lucky’s Tale, a total reimagining of the original 3D
adventure platformer Super
Lucky’s Tale, during the Nintendo Direct E3 2019 presentation.
Coming later this year to Nintendo Switch, NSLT
is the definitive Lucky experience, rebuilt from the ground up with revamped
content and features to surprise and delight fans while inviting a whole new
audience to fall in love with its energetically optimistic hero.
“We always planned to bring Lucky to Nintendo
Switch – it’s a fantastic console and the perfect fit for Lucky’s adventures,”
said Paul Bettner, founder and CEO of Playful Studios. “But we realized we had
a great opportunity to improve on everything that has come before. Led by
feedback from our passionate community, New
Super Lucky’s Tale is a platforming adventure that measures up to
the most beloved games of the genre and the best way to experience Lucky’s
story yet.”
New Super
Lucky’s Tale begins as Lucky is
drawn into the magical Book of Ages, which the Guardian Order has tried to keep
safe from the mysterious villain known as Jinx. On his quest to return home,
Lucky will discover his own connection to the Guardians, meet a hilarious cast
of friends and adversaries, and find the strength to defeat Jinx and his crafty
progeny, the Kitty Litter.
What’s new in New Super Lucky’s Tale? Nearly every aspect
of the original has been revamped:
Significant redesigns
for most of the game’s levels, with new environments, layouts, puzzles,
secrets, quests, creatures, minigames and more, as well as new tutorial
sections.
New and upgraded moves
like the slide and enhanced burrow, as well as more precise and responsive
controls overall.
Fully rotatable in-game
camera, immensely improving player freedom and exploration.
Expanded level
progression system to allow players to more freely tackle stages and
challenges in whichever order they choose.
New story cinematics,
characters and dialogue from start to finish.
Numerous improvements to
the game’s art, lighting, UI, sound, music and more.
E3 attendees can play New Super Lucky’s Tale at
Nintendo’s booth in the Los Angeles Convention Center (WEST hall, #4822) now
through June 13. Fans everywhere can get an exclusive look at a brand-new level
during Nintendo Treehouse Live at 12:30 PT on Wednesday, June 12.
For more information about New Super Lucky’s Tale,
including how to win Lucky’s personal Nintendo Switch along with a
limited-edition Book of Ages carrying case, please visit: www.NewSuperLuckysTale.com.
About
Playful Studios
Playful Studios is a premiere independent
game studio that creates timeless stories and characters that bring joy to the
world, one game at a time. Located in McKinney, TX, Playful is the creator of Lucky’s Tale, Super Lucky’s Tale, and Creativerse, and was
founded by the co-creator of Words
With Friends. Visit Playful online at PlayfulStudios.com.
Super Mario Maker 2 starts regular launches that include Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition
The Nintendo Direct also revealed upcoming Nintendo Switch
games, including The Witcher 3:
Wild Hunt – Complete Edition from CD
PROJEKT RED, The Dark Crystal:
Age of Resistance Tactics from
Netflix and EnMasse, CONTRA
ROGUE CORPS from Konami, and TRIALS of MANA from SQUARE ENIX.
Nintendo also revealed two new
paid downloadable fighters coming to Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate:
Hero from the DRAGON QUEST series to
be available this winter, and Banjo-Kazooie for this spring. The Nintendo
Direct presentation concluded with the reveal of the sequel to The
Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which is currently in
development for Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo followed its presentation with a Nintendo
Treehouse: Live segment that gave fans their first look at live gameplay of the
new Pokémon games in development for Nintendo Switch. The games are scheduled
to launch on 15th November. Nintendo Treehouse: Live, which provides
closer looks at Nintendo Switch games featured at E3, will continue with daily
programming through Friday AEST. Thursday and Friday’s livestreams will start
at 2:00am AEST / 4:00am NZST. For the first time, Friday’s show will be
dedicated entirely to indie games coming to Nintendo Switch.
Other details announced during the Nintendo Direct include:
Pokémon
Sword and Pokémon Shield: A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the
Nintendo Switch console. A new generation of Pokémon is coming to the
Nintendo Switch system. Become a Pokémon Trainer, embark on a new journey
in the new Galar region, and unravel the mystery behind the Legendary
Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta! Explore the Wild Area, a vast expanse of
land where the player can freely control the camera. And participate in
Max Raid Battles in which players will face off against gigantic and
super-strong Pokémon known as Dynamax Pokémon. The games launch on 15th
November.
Luigi’s Mansion 3: Luigi embarks on a dream vacation with Mario and
friends. However, his dream quickly becomes a nightmare. With the
assistance of Professor E. Gadd once again, the reluctant and cowardly
hero Luigi traverses up and down a mysterious hotel with floors that are
completely different from one another. Wield the upgraded Poltergust G-00
to slam and blow away the ghosts’ defences, or summon Gooigi, an all-green
doppelganger that can help Luigi overcome obstacles he can’t get past
alone. ScareScraper mode can be played online* or locally with up to eight
players on four Nintendo Switch consoles (additional games required). The
game is scheduled to launch in 2019.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening: Link has washed ashore on a mysterious island with
strange and colourful inhabitants. To escape the island, Link must collect
magical instruments and awaken the Wind Fish. Players explore a reimagined
Koholint Island that’s been faithfully rebuilt in a new art style. Battle
enemies, conquer numerous dungeons and uncover the hidden secrets of the
island while encountering Super Mario enemies like Goombas, Chain Chomps
and Piranha Plants. Players can also earn Chambers (Dungeon Rooms) and
arrange them to complete objectives in the new Chamber Dungeon. Launching
alongside the game will be a new Link amiibo figure that lets players hold
this adorable new art style in the palm of their hands. A Limited Edition
of the game will come with a physical version of the game, an art book
that features concept art from the Nintendo Switch version of the game,
and an exclusive Game Boy-themed SteelBook® case. The game and amiibo are
each scheduled to launch on 20th September.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons: Players embark on an ultra-exclusive Nook Inc.
Deserted Island Getaway Package and enjoy a peaceful existence full of
creativity, charm and the freedom to roll up their sleeves and make their
new life whatever they want it to be. Players can collect resources they
can craft into everything from creature comforts to handy tools as they
set up a homestead they can decorate freely, both inside and out. The game
is scheduled to launch on 20th March, 2020.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Two new paid downloadable fighters are coming: Hero
from the DRAGON QUEST series to
be available this winter, and Banjo-Kazooie for this spring. Hero
represents the main character from several games in the DRAGON QUEST series. He can take
the form of the protagonist from DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age, DRAGON
QUEST III: The Seeds of Salvation,
DRAGON QUEST
IV: Chapters of the Chosen and DRAGON QUEST VIII: Journey of the Cursed King. Banjo the bear and his bird friend, Kazooie, star in
a series of games that began on Nintendo 64. Although Banjo the bear was
first introduced in Diddy
Kong Racing for Nintendo 64,
the kind-hearted character is best known for joining up with his
wise-cracking bird sidekick Kazooie in the 1998 Nintendo 64 game Banjo-Kazooie. The beloved pair has remained inseparable since,
working together using an arsenal of acrobatic and egg-shooting moves to
defeat enemies, overcome obstacles and locate golden puzzle pieces.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate amiibo: New amiibo figures featuring characters from the
fighting game are on their way.
20th September: Snake, Ivysaur and Squirtle.
November: Incineroar, Simon and Chrom.
2020: Dark Samus and Richter.
MARVEL ULTIMATE ALLIANCE 3: The Black Order: Assemble an ultimate team of Marvel Super Heroes
from a huge cast including the Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, X-Men
and more. Team up with friends** to prevent galactic devastation at the
hands of the mad cosmic tyrant Thanos and his ruthless warmasters, The
Black Order. Players can expand their ultimate alliance with the paid
Expansion Pass, which includes upcoming DLC content from popular
franchises like the Fantastic Four, X-Men and Marvel Knights. The game launches on 19th July.
Fire Emblem: Three Houses: As a professor, players must lead students in their
academic lives and in turn-based, tactical RPG battles wrought with
strategic new twists to overcome. As the story unfolds, the choice of
house at the Officers Academy will greatly affect where players stand when
the great land of Fódlan becomes engulfed in war. After five years, former
friends from the other classes must now face each other on the battlefield
as bitter enemies. The game features the refined gameplay that the Fire
Emblem franchise is known for. Players command a party of warriors to move
and fight on a grid-based battlefield and, for the first time in the
series history, assign battalions of troops to support individual units in
battle. The game launches on 26th July.
ASTRAL CHAIN: In this new synergetic action game from
PlatinumGames, humanity’s last chance against an interdimensional invasion
is a sentient weapon called the Legion. As a rookie officer in an elite
police task force, players will work together with their Legion to solve
cases and save humankind. Players can change Legions on the fly to vary
their style and unleash stylish combos. As they save the world from
extradimensional invaders called chimeras, they’ll also interact with
citizens, question suspects and team up with members of their task force
to solve cases. Additionally, a Collector’s Edition will be available in
Australia and New Zealand, containing a 152-page artbook, a Shikishi art
board with an illustration by character designer Masakazu Katsura, and a
soundtrack CD, all in a high-quality box and sleeve with a suggested
retail price of AU$129.95. The game is scheduled to launch on 30th
August.
DAEMON X MACHINA: Defend the planet and defeat corrupted A.I.
controlled robots using your Arsenal, a fully customisable mechanised
battle suit. Choose and equip your Arsenal with a multitude of weapons,
obtain more from downed enemy Arsenals, and swap them on the fly to suit
your strategy in the face of ever-changing threats that may bring the end
of the world. The game is scheduled to launch on 13th
September.
Cadence of Hyrule ~ Crypt of the NecroDancer
Featuring The Legend of Zelda~:
This rhythmic action-adventure game is set in the world of The Legend of Zelda series. Players
can explore the randomly generated overworld, as well as dungeons that
change for every player as they try to save Hyrule as Link or Princess
Zelda. They can use items from The
Legend of Zelda series, plus spells and weapons from Crypt of the NecroDancer. By
keeping the beat with 25 remixed classic tunes from The Legend of Zelda series, players must outstep legendary
enemies and bosses in rhythmic combat. The game launches in Nintendo eShop
in the early morning of 14th June AEST.
DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age –
Definitive Edition: The
legendary and genre-defining role-playing series is back with the
definitive version of this critically acclaimed game. Embark on a grand
and epic quest as the Luminary – the hero chosen by Yggdrasil, the world
tree, to save the world of Erdrea from an evil fate. The Nintendo Switch
version boasts all the sprawling content of the original game along with
newly added character-specific stories, fully orchestrated field and
battle music, additional monsters to ride, side-quests to journey into
past DRAGON QUEST worlds, and
the ability to change between HD and retro-inspired 16-bit visuals.
Additional enhancements include the ability to speed up battle sequences
and the choice of a Japanese or English voice track. The game is scheduled
to launch on 27th September.
DRAGON QUEST BUILDERS 2: Go on an adventure to build a fantasy world and
defend it from the Children of Hargon. Play and experiment to unlock
crafting and building recipes in this RPG adventure filled with
exploration, questing and challenging battles. Build together with up to
three other players via local wireless or online* on the Isle of
Awakening. The Nintendo eShop demo is scheduled to launch on 27th
June, and the full game is scheduled to launch on 12th July.
The
Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition from CD PROJEKT RED: Winner of over 250 Game of the Year awards, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a story-driven, open world adventure set in a dark
fantasy universe, where you play as Geralt of Rivia, mercenary monster
slayer. The Complete Edition contains every piece of downloadable content
released for the game, including two massive story expansions: Hearts of
Stone & Blood and Wine. It’s the perfect opportunity to enter this
world for the first time or relive the adventure – on the go! The game is
scheduled to launch this year.
Mario
& Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 from SEGA: Join Mario, Sonic and friends for their greatest
adventure yet at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, exclusively on Nintendo
Switch. Go for the gold medal as you compete in action-packed sports
games, including four brand-new events to Tokyo 2020: Skateboarding,
Karate, Surfing and Sport Climbing, as well as a large selection of
classic events. The game is scheduled to launch in November.
The
Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Tactics from Netflix and EnMasse: The highly anticipated Netflix series The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
comes to life as a thrilling tactical strategy game. In The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Tactics, fans can experience the fantasy world of Thra by
playing through – and going beyond – the events of the series. Players
will even encounter never-seen-before playable characters, stories and
environments. The game is scheduled to launch in 2019.
TRIALS
of MANA from
SQUARE ENIX: TRIALS of MANA is a full HD remake of the third entry in the Mana
series, originally released in Japan as Seiken Densetsu 3. The entire game has been fully rebuilt from the
ground up with modern 3D graphics. The game is scheduled to launch in
early 2020.
Collection
of Mana from
SQUARE ENIX: Collection of Mana brings the first three titles in the seminal Mana
series to Nintendo Switch in an all-in-one package. The collection is an
essential bundle for new fans who want to play the classics for the first
time and nostalgia seekers who want to relive fond memories and high
fantasy adventures on the go. The collection launches today!
CONTRA
ROGUE CORPS from
Konami: CONTRA ROGUE CORPS is an over-the-top run-and-gun franchise with
fast-paced, ultra-violent combat. Offering both single- and multiplayer**
options, CONTRA ROGUE
CORPS is an incredible
gameplay experience alone or with your friends. The game launches on 26th
September.
No
More Heroes 3
from Grasshopper Manufacture:
Travis Touchdown returns to Santa Destroy after a 10-year absence. There
he finds a huge artificial island metropolis floating in the sea, and a
mysterious flying object hovering high above. The latest numbered entry in
the No More Heroes series… No More Heroes 3 is coming in 2020.
Empire
of Sin from
Paradox and Romero Games: Empire of Sin puts you at the heart of the ruthless criminal
underworld of 1920s Prohibition-era Chicago. It’s up to you to hustle,
charm and intimidate your way to the top of the pile and do whatever it
takes to stay there. This character-driven noir-inspired game immerses
players in the glitz and glamor of the roaring ’20s, all while working
behind the scenes in the gritty underbelly of organized crime. The game is
scheduled to launch in autumn 2020.
Panzer
Dragoon: Remake
from Forever Entertainment: A
new, remade version of Panzer
Dragoon – true to the original,
with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards. On
a far, lone planet, you encounter two dragons awakened from the ancient
times. Armed with a deadly gun from the past, and the guidance of your
armoured blue dragon, you must fulfil your destiny and keep the Prototype
Dragon from reaching the Tower, or die trying. The game is scheduled to
launch this summer.
Resident
Evil 5 from
CAPCOM: While the Umbrella
Corporation and its crop of lethal viruses have been destroyed and
contained, a more dangerous threat has emerged. Somewhere in Africa,
innocent villagers are transforming into aggressive and disturbing
creatures. Featuring online and couch co-op, players can experience this Resident Evil classic as either
Chris Redfield or his partner, Sheva Alomar, as the duo work together to
investigate and stop those responsible for the viral outbreak. The game is
scheduled to launch this spring.
Resident
Evil 6 from
CAPCOM: Blending action and
survival horror, Resident
Evil 6 delivers an epic and
dramatic horror experience. Resident
Evil favourites Leon S. Kennedy, Chris Redfield and Ada Wong are
joined by series newcomers to face a global level threat: the highly
virulent C-virus. The game is scheduled to launch this spring.
Some other third-party games*** on the way for Nintendo
Switch include:
Dead
by Daylight from
Behaviour Interactive Inc. / Koch Media (Spring)
Stranger
Things 3: The Game
from Netflix / BonusXP (4th
July)
Spyro
Reignited Trilogy
from Activision Publishing, Inc.
(3rd September)
Just
Dance 2020 from
Ubisoft (5th
November)
New
Super Lucky’s Tale
from Playful Studios
(Spring)
Minecraft:
Dungeons from
Mojang Studios (Autumn 2020)
Ni
No Kuni Remastered: Wrath of the White Witch from LEVEL-5 / Engine Software (20th September)
Catan from Asmodee Digital (20th June)
The
Sinking City
from Frogwares (Spring)
Alien:
Isolation from
SEGA Europe Limited
(2019)
Hollow
Knight: Silksong
from Team Cherry
(Coming soon)
FINAL
FANTASY: Crystal Chronicles Remastered from SQUARE ENIX, Inc. (This summer)
Dauntless from Phoenix Labs (Late 2019)
Wolfenstein:
Youngblood from
Bethesda Softworks (26th
July)
DOOM
Eternal from
Bethesda Softworks
(Coming soon)
The
Elder Scrolls: Blades
from Bethesda Softworks
(Spring)
Nintendo’s booth will give attendees their first hands-on
time with Pokémon Sword, Pokémon Shield, Luigi’s Mansion 3 and The
Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening.
To celebrate E3 2019, Nintendo eShop is offering savings on
select digital games. Between 3:00am AEST / 5:00am NZAST today and 11:59pm
local time on 18th June, a wide selection of Nintendo Switch and
Nintendo 3DS digital games, including both indie titles and entries in
well-known franchises, will be available at discounts of up to 50% and even
more. My Nintendo members will also earn My Nintendo points on eligible
purchases. The full list of sale items can be found in Nintendo eShop on the
respective systems.
To watch Nintendo Treehouse: Live, learn game details or
see the most up-to-date information about Nintendo’s presence at E3 2019, keep
an eye on Nintendo’s E3 2019 website****.
*** This content is presented by Nintendo of America.
Please check www.nintendo.com.au for information specific to Australia and New
Zealand.
DO YOU SMELL
BARBECUE?! SPYRO REIGNITED TRILOGY GLIDES OVER TO
NINTENDO SWITCH™ AND PC (via STEAM) THIS SUMMER!
Everyone’s Favorite
Purple Dragon is Fully Remastered and Set for Take-Off on New Platforms
SANTA MONICA, Calif. – June 11, 2019 –
Last year Spyro the Dragon made his triumphant return in Spyro Reignited
Trilogy, and on September 3 he’s continuing to spread the remaster fire
by landing onto Nintendo Switch™ and PC via Steam for the very first time. Currently available on PlayStation® 4, PlayStation® 4 Proand the family of Xbox One devices from Microsoft, including the
Xbox One X, Spyro Reignited
Trilogy will soon allow Spyro fans to enjoy the three original Spyro™
games however they want to play — on the go with Nintendo’s gaming console or
looking better than ever on PC. The trilogy, which includes Spyro™ the
Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto’s Rage! and Spyro™: Year of
the Dragon, will be available to pre-order starting today via major
retailers at a suggested retail price of $39.99.
Making its official Nintendo Switch
debut during this year’s Nintendo Direct at E3, Spyro Reignited Trilogy
will mark the first time all three original Spyro games will be available on a
Nintendo console. The trilogy will also mark the first Spyro appearance on a
Nintendo console since Skylanders® Imaginators in 2016, and the
first Spyro-led game on a Nintendo console in more than 11 years. With Nintendo
Switch, players can jump, glide, charge and flame their foes as they take on
the challenges and adventures from the remaster both on the go in handheld mode
or from the comfort of their homes in TV mode.
Spyro will also take his first ever
flight on PC via Steam when Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned
subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI) brings the dynamic
gaming collection in fiery 4K and an uncapped framerate to delight both veteran
and new franchise fans.
Immaculately remade from the ground up,
Spyro Reignited Trilogy features the exciting and nostalgic
gameplay that fans enjoyed years ago with over 100 levels, enhanced reward
sequences, as well as the beautiful redesigns of Spyro’s hoard of zany dragons
and other goofballs (including Sparx the Dragonfly, Hunter, Sheila, Agent 9 and
Sgt. Byrd) and many more. The trilogy also includes enhanced environments, a
remastered soundtrack, updated controls, brand-new lighting and recreated
cinematics for added pizzazz in this beloved adventure. Lead developer Toys For
Bob is back at it again to bring the Spyro Reignited Trilogy to Nintendo
Switch, while the PC version will have the talented developers at Iron Galaxy
leading the charge.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy demonstrates the cultivation
of epic game remastery that builds on the incredible experience of the original
games. The characters and personalities are creatively re-developed with
additional flavor allowing fans to reignite the flames with Spyro and his crew.
Players will experience a trilogy packed with an astounding amount of detail,
refreshed modern gameplay mechanics, and smooth camera handling. For more
information, please visit www.SpyroTheDragon.com and follow
@SpyroTheDragon on Twitter and @Spyro on Facebook and Instagram. Lastly,
subscribe to the YouTube channel at YouTube.com/SpyroTheDragon.
About Activision
Headquartered in Santa Monica,
Calif., Activision is a leading global producer and publisher of
interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world
and is a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), an S&P
500 company. More information about Activision and its products can be
found on the company’s website, www.activision.com or by following @Activision.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch this year!
CD PROJEKT RED, creators of The Witcher series of games, announce that The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch.
Winner of over 800 awards, including 250 Game of the Year awards, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is an RPG set in a fantastic open world full of adventure, danger, and mystery. As professional monster slayer Geralt of Rivia, gamers must set out to find the Child of Prophecy — a powerful entity that may send the world spiraling toward destruction. Along the way, the witcher will find himself facing not only mighty foes, but also difficult choices, the consequences of which will ripple throughout the game’s epic narrative.
Set to launch this year both digitally and in retail, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch comes with the base game, as well as every piece of additional content ever released. This includes both story expansions, Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine, as well as all 16 free DLCs. In total, the Complete Edition offers over 150 hours of gameplay, for the first time playable truly on the go. The game is being ported to Nintendo Switch by Saber Interactive in close cooperation with CD PROJEKT RED. In addition to the game card housing the entirety of the Complete Edition’s content, the box will also come with a set of physical goodies: The Witcher Universe compendium, game map, and stickers.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is the first game from the franchise to be released on a Nintendo console, introducing the series to brand new audience, as well as giving anyone who already played Geralt of Rivia’s final adventure a chance to experience it again on the go. The release of the game on Nintendo Switch is also bound to further cement Wild Hunt’s status as the best-selling title of the franchise, which currently makes for more than half of the series’ 40 million copies sold.
For more information regarding The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition for Nintendo Switch and The Witcher franchise, follow the game’s official website, Facebook and Twitter.
About The Witcher franchise
Created by CD PROJEKT RED, The Witcher is a series of fantasy role-playing games following the adventures professional monster slayer Geralt of Rivia. To date, the series has sold over 33 million copies worldwide and garnered over 1000 awards. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which released in 2015 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, won a total of 250 Game of the Year awards. The Witcher games are based on the prose of Andrzej Sapkowski.
About CD PROJEKT RED CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for personal computers and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include The Witcher series of games, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, GWENT: The Witcher Card Game and the upcoming futuristic AAA role-playing game — Cyberpunk 2077. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Capital Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).
