This afternoon, Nintendo broadcast his Direct of September, and the Japanese manufacturer is making a great comeback. There were numerous announcements, including Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Super Mario RPG, Princess Peach: Showtime! or Paper Mario: The Millennium Dooryou can find the replay of Direct in French right here.
But between two big games designed by him, Nintendo also gave pride of place to third-party and independent titles, here’s what you should remember from this Direct of the day :
- Another Code: Recollection : Another Code: Double Memories, the game originally released on Nintendo DS, and its sequel on Wii, Another Code: R – The Doors of Memory, return in fully improved versions on Nintendo Switch. A young woman named Ashley receives a letter from her supposedly deceased father. In search of answers, she heads to a secluded island to search for them. On site, Ashley will have to overcome all kinds of obstacles to carry out her investigation. Follow in the footsteps of his past and follow his complete story in Another Code: Recollection, which will arrive on January 19, 2024 on Nintendo Switch. The game will be available for pre-order today on the Nintendo eShop.
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown : the Prince of Persia series returns with this action-adventure platform game. In this new opus of the legendary series, meet new characters, unveil mysteries and discover a gripping story that takes place in a world inspired by Persian mythology. Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown will arrive on January 18, 2024 on Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders begin today on the Nintendo eShop.
- Trombone Field : get ready to play your notes as best as possible through 45 songs in this decidedly crazy rhythm game. The better you play, the more points you earn. The Nintendo Switch version includes local multiplayer that allows up to four trombone prodigies to play together in (relative) harmony. In addition, it is possible to play using motion controls, find collectible cards and interact with characters as you discover the mysteries of the game. Trombone Champ will arrive today on the Nintendo eShop .
- DAVE THE DIVER : dive by day, run a restaurant by night! Explore the seabed and run a sushi restaurant in this relaxed single-player RPG adventure. Join Dave and his eccentric friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole. Discover numerous mysteries, play mini-games, undertake side quests and ensure the success of your sushi restaurant in this maritime adventure. DAVE THE DIVER will arrive as a console exclusive on October 26 on Nintendo Switch. It will be possible to pre-order the title as well as download a free demo today from the Nintendo eShop.
- “The Fungle” map in Among Us : Gather your crew and prepare to explore an all-new free map in Among Us, the hit online multiplayer game based on cooperation and betrayal. Welcome to… The Fungle, a mysterious island overrun with mushrooms and full of hiding places, tasks to accomplish and secrets to discover… while trying to unmask the impostors among the crew. This new map will arrive in October in Among Us.
- Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story : this single-player narrative adventure follows the story of Nunu and Willump, best friends and League of Legends champions. Discover the unbreakable bond that unites them during the journey they are about to undertake through the mysterious Freljord region and through their encounters with other legendary champions. Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story will arrive on November 1st on Nintendo Switch.
- Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story : This sandbox RPG takes place in the magical world of Bandle, home of the fun and fluffy yordles. Play as a timid yordle whose world is suddenly thrown into chaos when the portals that provide its balance collapse. With the help of your imperturbability, your mastery of knitting magic and the new friends you will make, repair the portals and reunite Bandle again. Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story will arrive on Nintendo Switch next year.
- BATTLE CRUSH : experience adrenaline-rich action with fast-paced, easy-to-learn gameplay in battles with 30 participants! Join intense showdowns between characters as they battle to reach the top, and feel the thrill of action as you jump, swim, and dash across the battlefield to eliminate your opponents. BATTLE CRUSH will arrive next spring on Nintendo Switch. A closed beta will be available in October.
- Contra: Operation Galuga : the legendary Contra series is back! Contra: Operation Galuga is a complete overhaul of the iconic 80s action run and gun game featuring modernized graphics and sounds. Discover new levels, new game mechanics, a complete overhaul of the weapon system and ever more explosive cooperative combat for up to two players in Story mode and up to four in Arcade mode. Contra: Operation Galuga will arrive in early 2024 on Nintendo Switch.
- Eastward: Octopia : Enter a parallel world to that of Eastward in this upcoming DLC. Sam and John start a new life in a remote mountain village. Work the land, tend the livestock, and cook delicious meals for familiar friends… but also strangely different ones. Enjoy a quiet life in this pixelated farm simulation. Eastward: Octopia will arrive this winter on Nintendo Switch.
- Horizon Chase 2 : Get ready to burn rubber in arcade-style races in Horizon Chase 2, the new installment of the award-winning racing franchise. Savor the colors of each environment and showcase your racing skills to defeat your opponents and cross the finish line. Join up with friends in local multiplayer or take on the rest of the world in thrilling online challenges. You can also form a team online to compete against each other or progress together in the World Tour. Horizon Chase 2 will arrive today on Nintendo Switch.
- Super Crazy Rhythm Castle : an unforgettable adventure as chaotic as it is rhythmic will arrive on Nintendo Switch. Press buttons in time with the music to solve puzzles and defeat bosses across more than 30 titles, including some from iconic KONAMI games. Can you get a perfect score on “Bloody Tears” and “Vampire Killer” from Castlevania? Turn up the volume when Super Crazy Rhythm Castle arrives on November 14 for Nintendo Switch. The game will be available for pre-order today on the Nintendo eShop.
- Wargroove 2 : Battle on land, at sea and in the air in this new turn-based adventure filled with unlikely friendships and unknown adversaries. With an iconic pixel-art style and an intertwining story, Wargroove 2 brings together three campaigns, a brand new roguelike game mode, new commanders and a new rodent faction: the Faahris. Wargroove 2 will arrive on October 5 on Nintendo Switch. The game will be available for pre-order today on the Nintendo eShop.
- Wartales : Lead a group of mercenaries to fame and fortune with a vast medieval open world in Wartales. Customize your party’s skills, equipment, and appearance, then strategize to defeat your enemies in turn-based tactical combat. In addition, it is also possible to play with four people online to fight and win as a team. Wartales will arrive today on Nintendo Switch.
- WarioWare: Move It! : Join Wario in a seaside resort full of crazy movement-based mini-games. But there won’t be time to enjoy this station, because the mini-games will come one after another at full speed asking you to strike all kinds of poses! Up to four people can move their bodies together and compete in local multiplayer in Fiesta Mode. With over 200 fast-paced mini-games and all kinds of multiplayer modes, there will be no shortage of opportunities to laugh with Wario. WarioWare: Move It! will be released on November 3 for Nintendo Switch. The game is already available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop.
With all these games, Switch owners still have plenty to do in the coming months! You can find cards eShop on Amazon.
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