Tag: Upcoming Releases
Video Red Dead Redemption Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & Xbox 360)
How does it compare to the past gen version?
After a number of rumours, Rockstar Games has revealed its wild west action-adventure Red Dead Redemption, starring John Marston, is returning next week on the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. If you're curious to know how the game looks in comparison to one of the original versions, then you might...
News Stunning Storybook Adventure 'The Plucky Squire' Delayed To 2024
James Turner's new project is still being crafted
If there was one game announcement we were worried about during today's Devolver Delayed showcase, it was The Plucky Squire. And now we know that the gorgeous action-adventure game from All Possible Futures — a game studio founded by Pokémon artist James Turner — has been pushed back to 2024...
News Surprise! Red Dead Redemption Blasts Onto Switch Next Week
Yee haw!
Well folks, we heard rumours of this one a few weeks back but Rockstar Games has just made it official: Red Dead Redemption is making its way over to Switch. What's more, it's coming real soon, as the game will blast onto the eShop from 17th August. You will likely know of Red Dead by now. Rockstar's legendary western took the world by...
News Mortal Kombat 1 Reveals Reptile & Multiple Other Fighters At EVO 2023
A new Kameo Fighter reveal, too
Following a number of teasers from Ed Boon, the classic character Reptile has now been officially revealed as a returning playable fighter for Mortal Kombat 1 during day three of this year's EVO event. In the latest trailer titled "Banished" he's joined by Havik and Ashrah as well as Sareena - a new Kameo Fighter. If...
News SNK Shares First Look At Fatal Fury: City Of The Wolves
"Legends never die"
At EVO last year, SNK announced it had greenlit a new Fatal Fury / Garou: Mark of the Wolves game. Apart from some artwork, there was nothing else revealed about the "long awaited sequel" at the time. Now, during EVO 2023, SNK has revealed the official title and also shared a teaser trailer. The new entry is called Fatal Fury:...
News The King Of Fighters XIII Global Match Launches On Switch This November
SNK's 2D sprite-based hit returns
Back in April, SNK announced it would be releasing The King of Fighters XIII Global Match for the Switch later this year. Now, during an update at EVO 2023, it's been revealed the 2D sprite-fighter will be launching around the world on 16th November 2023. Once again, this new release will come with a "rollback...
News 2D Retro-Inspired Fighter Pocket Bravery "Coming Soon" To Switch
Drawing inspiration from the classics
At EVO last year, Statera Studio lifted the lid on its new 2D pixel-themed fighter Pocket Bravery - drawing inspiration from series such as Street Fighter and King of Fighters, as well as the Neo Geo Pocket Color generation. While there's still no concrete release date, publisher PQube has now confirmed it's...
News SpongeBob's Plankton Joins The Battle In Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Check out the new slime mechanics
At the end of last month, GameMill Entertainment and its development partners lifted the lid on Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, coming to the Nintendo Switch later this year. It will contain more characters, and in the lead-up to the game's release - a new fighter has now been revealed at EVO 2023. It's the power-mad...
News Arc System Works Announces Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes For Nintendo Switch
Arriving in 2024
EVO 2023 is taking place this weekend and to celebrate the special occasion Arc System Works and developer French-Bread have announced Under Night In-Birth II Sys: Celes is coming to multiple platforms including the Switch in Early 2024. This "dramatic stylish 2D fighting action" sequel will include rollback netcode and supports...
News Atari's Quantum: Recharged Brings The Classic Arcade Shooter Back Onto Switch This Month
Circle the date
Joining the likes of Asteroids and Yars, Atari has today announced the release date for the latest game in its line of 'Recharged' titles, Quantum: Recharged, which will be flying onto the Switch on 17th August. The revival of this 40-year-old arcade shooter was initially announced back i
News Pokémon Presents Announced For 8th August 2023
Time for some Hidden Treasure?
The next Pokémon Presents showcase has been announced by The Pokémon Company, and it's coming early next week. On Tuesday 8th August at 9am EST / 2pm BST / 11pm AEST, we'll be getting a 35-minute presentation on the latest Pokémon news over on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. What exactly that news will be,...
News Virgo Versus The Zodiac Mixes Pixel Art, Brutal Battles And Astrology On Switch This Month
Reach for the stars
Publisher Serenity Forge and developer Moonana have revealed that the sci-fi/fantasy JRPG Virgo Versus The Zodiac will be making the journey to Switch later this month on 23rd August. The game was originally released on Steam back in 2019 and has since gone on to rack up a good number of very positive reviews. In it, you will...
News Prison City, The 'Most Early '90s Game Ever', Is Coming To The Switch
Inspired by Mega Man, Shatterhand, and more
Publisher Retroware has announced that its "high octane, in-your-face" action-platformer Prison City will be making its way to the Switch shortly after its launch on Steam this month. Inspired by classic NES titles like Mega Man, Power Blade, and Shatterhand, Prison City has been designed to specifically...
Video Sega Introduces The Characters Of Samba De Amigo: Party Central
Out on Switch later this month
In case you missed it, Sega is reviving its rhythm series Samba de Amigo later this month with the release of Samba de Amigo: Party Central on the Nintendo Switch. It will come packed with 40 hit songs, online play, character customisation, minigames, challenges and much more including cameos from characters like...
News Stick To The Plan Is A Soothing Puzzle Game About A Dog Who Loves Sticks
A stick is for life
Stick to the Plan is a puzzle game about dogs, sticks, and big plans. The upcoming tile-based puzzler is coming to Steam on 12th September, with a Switch release date "yet to be determined", says publisher and developer Dead Pixel Tales. As you can no doubt guess, you play as a stick-loving dog named Roberto — and he really,...
News Gothic Classic Is Bringing The 2001 Fantasy ARPG Over To Switch Next Month
"Welcome to the Colony"
After being teased back in March, THQ Nordic has today confirmed that Gothic Classic will be heading to Switch on 28th September, bringing the classic ARPG into the handheld realm for the first time. Originally released on PC in 2001, Gothic Classic will see you heading into the fantasy kingdom of Myrtana, where disparate...
News Sonic Superstars Introduces Trip, A New Villain Designed By Naoto Ohshima
Newcomer joins Fang and Eggman
Later this year, Sonic the Hedgehog will return again with a brand new side-scrolling adventure in the form of Sonic Superstars. Players will take control of the Blue Blur alongside Tails, Knuckles, and Amy as they work together to take on the dastardly Dr. Eggman and the returning fan-favourite, Fang. In addition,...
News Nintendo Reconfirms Release Dates And Windows For Upcoming Switch Games
2023 is looking much healthier
As part of its financial report for the first quarter of FY24, Nintendo has once again reconfirmed release dates and windows for its upcoming Switch games. Compared to what the company had in store back in May '23, the rest of the year is looking a lot healthier, with the likes of Super Mario Bros. Wonder,
News The Pokémon Company Hypes Scarlet & Violet's 'Part 2: The Indigo Disk' DLC
"Part 1 ain't even out yet"
The adventures in the Paldea region aren't over yet, with the release of the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet DLC on the horizon. The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero will contain two parts - 'The Teal Mask', due out at some point in Fall 2023, and 'The Indigo Disk', due out in Winter 2023. Although we haven't even got the...
News Konami Is Releasing Another Baseball Game On Nintendo Switch (Japan)
Coach your team to victory
The Switch isn't exactly short on baseball games, but if you are keen for more it seems Konami has plans to bring 'Powerful Pro Baseball Eikan Nine Crossroad' to Nintendo's hybrid system at a later date. Players will lead their high school baseball team to victory "as a coach". Here's what else you can expect (via...
News Vampire Survivors Has A Director's Cut But It Might Not Be Released
"It's drastically different from the base game"
One of the most anticipated games coming to the Switch this month is Vampire Survivors - an indie roguelite bullet shooter, where it's your job to survive against multiple waves of enemies by levelling up and unlocking powerful attacks. While the only versions are for Xbox, PC and mobile devices right...
Round Up Mortal Kombat 1 Character Profiles Revealed
Learn about the backstory of each fighter
As we get closer to the launch of Mortal Kombat 1 on 19th September, NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. have been sharing more trailers and details about this new entry, which resets the timeline. In case you did miss it, here's a brief outline from the official Mortal Kombat 1 FAQ: "The game will...
News Ratatan, A Rhythm Side-Scroller From The Team Behind Patapon, Is Officially Heading For Switch
After passing its latest Kickstarter stretch goal
The Switch is home to a good selection of rhythm games, but one series that has never made it over to Nintendo systems is the Sony-published Patapon — which began life back in the PSP. It's unlikely that we will ever see that series on Switch, but it looks like we will soon have its spiritual...
News Another Earth Defense Force Spin-Off Is On Its Way To Switch
'World Brothers 2' officially announced
The Switch has already played host to a number of Earth Defense Force games, and apparently, it will be getting another one in the future. As revealed by Weekly Famitsu, a new spin-off titled Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 is on its way to the Switch and multiple other platforms in Japan. This is a...
News Rayman Returns In Upcoming Mario + Rabbids DLC, Out This Month
He's back!
Nintendo and Ubisoft have revealed the trailer for the upcoming Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope DLC expansion: Rayman in the Phantom Show. He looks great, doesn't he? Well, the good news is you won't have to wait too long to reunite with the iconic platforming character, as the third DLC pack will launch later this month on August 30th,...
Guide Upcoming Nintendo Switch Games And Accessories For August And September 2023
Mortal Kombat! Pikmin! (Not) FIFA!
The summer's always a quieter period for new game releases (although last month wasn't exactly bad for Nintendo fans with chart-topping Pikmin 4 draining our wallets), but we're still keeping track of the more exciting releases headed our way. We've been busy rounding up our usual selection of games headed to...
News Hack 'N' Slash 'Gori: Cuddly Carnage' Lets You Dismember Mutated Unicorns
Because, why not?
Publisher Wired Productions and developer Angry Demon Studio have released a new trailer for their upcoming hack 'n' slash title, Gori: Cuddly Carnage. Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game currently doesn't have a firm release date in place, but judging from this latest footage, it definitely looks like one to keep a close eye on in...
News One Lonely Outpost Is Bringing Some Stardew Valley-Inspired Space Farming To Switch
To infarmity and beyond
We love Stardew Valley. We love space. It makes sense that One Lonely Outpost, a Stardew-inspired planet terraformer, immediately ticked two of our boxes when it launched on Steam early access back in June and now developer and publisher Freedom Games has stated that a Switch port is on the way. We don't have a precise...
News Koei Tecmo And Gust Announcing New Atelier Game Next Week
The Atelier Marie Remake arrived last month
Koei Tecmo and Gust are already gearing up for more entries in the Atelier RPG series, with the companies teasing a new title announcement will be taking place next week on 8th August at 9 pm JST. This announcement will be made via YouTube and follows on from the release of Atelier Marie Remake: The...
News New EA Sports FC 24 Video Shows Off Player And Manager Career Modes
"Choose your path on the pitch or touchline"
EA Sports FC 24 was officially unveiled for the Switch and multiple other platforms in June, and for the first time on Switch, players can look forward to a whole range of new features. This includes Volta Football, Ultimate Team, player and manager career modes and even Joy-Con supported multiplayer...
News Mortal Kombat 1's Story Will Be Similar In Length To MK11 And X
Just so you know
One of the most anticipated releases due out this September is Mortal Kombat 1 and this time it's a reset of the entire timeline. We're going to learn a lot more in the game's story, and if you're wondering just how long it will be, co-creator and Mortal Kombat CCO Ed Boon has now shed some light on this. In a brief exchange with a...
News Bomb Rush Cyberfunk "Official Special Trailer" Unveiled Ahead Of Launch
It's so close now
We're now officially in August, and it means we're now just weeks out from Team Reptile's upcoming release Bomb Rush Cyberfunk. This Jet Set-inspired game will see players battle rival crews and takedown miltarised police to conquer all five parts of New Amsterdam. You'll also dance, paint graffiti, collect beats, and combo your...
News Action RPG 'Fate/Samurai Remnant' Looks Gorgeous In Latest Gameplay Trailer
Launching on Switch this September
Publisher KOEI TECMO has released the second trailer for its upcoming action-RPG title Fate/Samurai Remnant, due for release on the Switch on September 29th, 2023. Set in Edo Japan, the game will come in standard and digital deluxe flavours, with the latter including a digital art book and soundtrack. Pre-orders...
Video 14 Exciting New Games Coming To The Nintendo Switch In August 2023
Sea of Stars! Blasphemous II! Bomb Rush Cyberfunk!
August is almost upon us, if you can believe it, which means it's about time we check out some of the most exciting games that'll be gracing the Nintendo Switch within the next four weeks or so. The biggest highlight this month is arguably Sabtoage Studio's long-awaited RPG Sea of Stars, but we've...
News Front Mission 2: Remake Showcases Features In New Switch Trailer
Customisation, language options, and more
Forever Entertainment has revealed a brand new trailer for the upcoming Switch release of Front Mission 2: Remake, showcasing some of the game's key features. We get a short look at some of the 'Wanzer' customisation, the modernised battle scenes, and the nine language localisation options. It's a short...
News New Mortal Kombat 1 Trailer Reveals Geras As A Playable Fighter
Watch the official "Keepers of Time" video now
Ahead of the Mortal Kombat 1 release this September, NetherRealms is now building up excitement with regular fighter reveals. The latest one is for the character Geras, who made his debut in the previous release Mortal Kombat 11. Of course, Mortal Kombat 1 resets the timeline, so while you're going to...
News Super Mario Bros. Wonder Has Been Rated For Nintendo Switch
Arriving this October
Nintendo went out with a bang in the previous Direct with the reveal of its new platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder. It's due out on the Switch this October, and ahead of release, North America's classification board the ESRB has recently rated this upcoming release. Unsurprisingly, it's 'E' for everyone and contains some...
News Natsume's NES Side-Scroller Shadow Of The Ninja Is Getting A Remake On Switch
Launching "Spring 2024"
If you have fond memories of Natsume's 1990 NES side-scrolling action game Shadow of the Ninja (also known as Blue Shadow in Europe), you'll be pleased to hear a remake is on the way to the Switch and multiple other platforms. KAGE Shadow of the Ninja will launch in Spring 2024 and is being handled by Natsume Atari and...
News Sonic Superstars 'Chaos Emerald Powers' Revealed For Every Character
Update: Powers shown off in new trailer
Update [Fri 28th Jul, 2023 20:45 BST]: Game Informer has shared a brand new interview with Sonic Team's Creative Officer Takashi Iizuka showcasing all of the Emerald Powers. All of the powers are the same among all four characters, except for the White Emerald's. Some can be used for movement, while others...
News Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged Puts Family First With Fast & Furious Collab
Game launches in October
Before the game has even pulled up to the start line, Milestone has revealed the first collaboration for its upcoming racer, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged, and we couldn't think of a more perfect pair than Hot Wheels and Fast & Furious. Right from the game's release on 19th October, you'll be able to get in the...
News Running Fable Scrambles Over The Finish Line This August On Switch
No giants here
You might remember Running Fable from last month's announcement trailer — and our cheeky little story about it. But there's no messing around here, as Seashell Studio has revealed that the game will be launching 9th August on Switch. Dubbed as a hybrid multiplayer racing strategy game (with cross-play available at launch between...
News Hugely Anticipated Turn-Based RPG 'Sea Of Stars' Has Gone Gold
Game launches in August
Sea Of Stars, the widely anticipated RPG from Sabotage Studio, has gone gold ahead of its launch on August 29th, 2023. You know what that means: development on the game is now complete with the master build being submitted for certification. That means no more delays - hooray! Well... Apart from any incredibly unlikely...
News Castlevania Advance Collection Scores A Physical Switch Release, Pre-Orders Live
Update: Snag your specials now
Update [Fri 28th Jul, 2023 15:45 BST]: Pre-orders for the physical versions of Castlevania Advance Collection are now live over on Limited Run Games. Physical versions are available for all major platforms, while there are also some extra special versions bursting with extra goodies. Standard copies will cost $34.99,...
News Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Delayed To 2024
"The decision was made in order to ensure the best possible story"
Rabbit & Bear Studios has revealed that Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes — the Suikoden-inspired RPG that smashed Kickstarter records back in 2020 — has been delayed to Q2 2024. Originally due to release this year, in a Kickstarter backer email sent out today (and a blog...
News Double Dragon Advance, Super & Collection Announced For Switch
"The first official ports" of Advance & Super
Following the release of Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons on the Switch this week, Arc System Works has now announced Super Double Dragon and Double Dragon Advance for all platforms including Nintendo's hybrid system. They will both be available as standalone digital purchases. "The...
News Bomb Rush Cyberfunk Shares Some Fresh Screens Ahead Of Next Month's Launch
Update: New footage also released
Update [Fri 28th Jul, 2023 01:30 BST]: Team Reptile is still counting down the days until the release of Bomb Rush Cyberfunk and as part of this, it's now released some new footage on social media. It gives us a brief look at the Eclipse crew. Team Reptile: "Less than a month left until impact on 18 Augustus. Mark...
News Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Announced, Squidward & Jimmy Neutron Join The Roster
After weeks of rumours
Update: GameMill Entertainment has shared more details on its upcoming brawling sequel, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, along with a fresh batch of screenshots and pre-order details. Let's take a look at what's in store for us later this year: Key Features - A Totally New Fighting Game Experience: Rebuilt and reimagined from...
News Blasphemous 2 Is Looking Deliciously Gory In Latest Switch Trailer
Pre-orders now open
Blasphemous 2, the highly anticipated sequel to developer The Game Kitchen's popular indie Metroidvania, is inching ever closer to its Switch launch on August 24th, 2023. To celebrate, publisher Team17 has opened pre-orders for the game and released a brand new gameplay trailer, showcasing heaps of gory combat and stunning pixel...
News Befriend Witches And Create Tarot Cards In The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, On Switch Next Month
Something wicked this way comes
Devolver Digital has today given us another look at The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, a witch-filled narrative experience which we now know will be materialising on Switch on 16th August. The game comes from Spanish developers Deconstructeam — the team behind 2019's great cyberpunk tale The Red Strings Club — and will...
News Simon The Sorcerer Origins Reignites The Classic Point-And-Click Series On Switch Next Year
30 years on from the original
It has been a long old time since the release of the original Simon the Sorcerer on PC — 30 years to be precise — and developer Smallthing Studios are marking the occasion by bringing the series back. Publisher Leonardo Interactive has today announced that the fantasy point-and-click series will be making a comeback...