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Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Nihon Falcom Corporation Publisher: NIS America Category: Action RPG Release Date: 06.26.2018 Ys everybody playing this series? Ys games have been around as long as I have, 31 years to be exact. Since their…
Continue readingReviewed by Kieran Developer: Atooi Publisher: Atooi Category: Arcade, Sport Release Date: 06.14.2018 Right back Atooi ya! Before I crack on with talking about this little gem, I’d just like to share a theory I have about Atooi. I’ve thought about…
Continue readingFire Emblem on the Switch! Of everything Nintendo could have shown at E3, a preview for the new Fire Emblem game was at the very tippy-top of my list. When they actually went and did it? MIND BLOWN. The trailer…
Continue readingXenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna ~ The Golden Country In this new mode, uncover the full history of Jin and the fall of his homeland that took place 500 years before the events of Xenoblade Chronicles 2. The newly refined combat…
Continue readingWho saw this coming? Nintendo finally kicked of their E3 2018 Direct and surprisingly, it was a new IP that opened proceedings. Daemon X Machina is an intersting looking title that will launch at some point in 2019. When I…
Continue readingSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate – Everything we know Every fighter ever!! Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will release on 7th December 2018. Where to even begin with this one. I guess I’ll start by saying, WOW!! What an overload of information that…
Continue readingFor the first time in three years, Nintendo console players are getting another Mario Party title. After the release of 10, only the 3DS saw minor continuations of this series. But, that all changes this fall when we can finally…
Continue readingHollow Knight slashes onto the Nintendo Switch TODAY! Last year, Hollow Knight dropped on PC after three years in development and a Kickstarter campaign. The game was met with resounding praise for it’s beautiful hand-drawn art, gorgeous soundtrack, and it’s…
Continue readingHe’s finally back and about time too After months of waiting, Ubisoft has finally revealed the release date for the highly anticipated Donkey Kong themed DLC for the excellent Mario + Rabbids. Donkey Kong Adventure DLC will be available to…
Continue readingWhat’s going on with EA? When the Nintendo Switch was unveiled fully, back in January of 2017, EA were right there with them. Although they only announced a custom built version of their best selling franchise, FIFA, these were exciting…
Continue readingHeh, I got a little worked up! The second best game in the Tales of series, Tales of Vesperia will be gracing the Nintendo Switch later this year. The Beloved RPG Celebrates its 10th Anniversary with Bonus Content for Western…
Continue readingSimply the Bethesda Bethesda kept their solid 3rd party support for Nintendo Switch going with the announcement of a relaunch of their online card game. The Elder Scrolls Legends is a free to play collectable card game that will offer…
Continue readingRing-a-ding-ding baby At yesterdays Bethesda conference, Todd Howard announced that Fallout Shelter would be coming to Switch. It has since gone live on the Nintendo eshop and is available to download for free. 3 years after its original launch on…
Continue readingGRIDD: Retroenhaced Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Antab Studios Publisher: Kongregate Category: Action, Arcade, Racing Composer: Dream Fiend Release Date: 06.07.2018 Take your place on the starting grid GRIDD: Retroenhanced is a stylish shooter set to a synth track that keeps on giving….
Continue readingShape of the World Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Seaven Studios / Hollow Tree Games Publisher: Plug In Digital Category: Adventure, Simulation, Music Composer: Brent Silk Release Date: 06.06.2018 Do you remember the 1st time? Certain games leave a lasting impression, memories that…
Continue readingThe Infectious Madness of Dr. Dekker Reviewed by Kieran Developer: D’Avekki Studios Publisher: Wales Interactive Ltd. Category: FMV Adventure Release Date: 06.05.2018 No Great Mind Has Ever Existed Without A Touch Of Madness Occasionally a game comes along that I have…
Continue readingYoku’s Island Express Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Villa Gorilla Publisher: Team 17 Digital Ltd Category: Puzzle, Adventure, Music Release Date: 05.29.2018 Yoku’s Island Express I recently cleared out some of my old toys from the attic of my parents house. Amongst…
Continue readingInvisiballs Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Digital Kingdom Publisher: Digital Kingdom Category: Arcade, Party, Action, Puzzle Release Date: 05.17.2018 Local co-op has provided me with some of my most cherished gaming memories. I’ve had some diverse experiences too. From playing Super…
Continue readingSuper Chariot Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Microïds Publisher: Microïds Category: Physics Platformer Release Date: 05.10.2018 The King Is Dead, Long Live The King Never have I seen such an example of video game schizophrenia than as what I experienced with this…
Continue readingNihilumbra Reviewed by Kieran Developer: BeautiFun Games Publisher: BeautiFun Games Composer: Alvaro Lafuente Category: Adventure, Platformer, Puzzle Release Date: 05.03.2018 Often, as a reviewer, you get to play a game that you wouldn’t normally play. In practice, this may seem like a…
Continue readingDon’t Die Mr. Robot DX Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Infinite State Games Publisher: Digerati Composer: Infinite State Games Category: Bullet Hell Release Date: 05.03.2018 I Hope He Didn’t Die. Unless He Left A Note Naming Me His Successor, Then I Hope He…
Continue readingSaturday Morning RPG Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Mighty Rabbit Studios, Inc. Publisher: Limited Run Games Category: Episodic RPG Release Date: 04.26.2018 5 Hours Time Difference? More Like 5 Years… For the purpose of this review, I’d just like to state that I…
Continue readingDragon Blaze for Nintendo Switch Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Psikyo Publisher: Zerodiv Category: Arcade, Action Shmup Release Date: 04.05.2018 Sometimes I honestly wonder why I do this. A game comes along that I absolutely suck at and I question my abilities as…
Continue readingMetropolis: Lux Obscura Reviewed by Kieran Developer: Sometimes You Publisher: Sometimes You Category: Puzzle, Other Release Date: 04.04.2018 On a cool spring evening, in a dimly lit forest, a light flickered in a dank cabin. As the flames of the fire petered out…
Continue readingSuper Mario Odyssey Nintendo Switch Developed By : Nintendo Published By : Nintendo Category : Action, Platformer Release Date : Oct 27, 2017 It’s been half a year since our favorite plumber has made his solo-story debut on Nintendo’s newest…
Continue readingSling Ming Nintendo Switch Developed By : Good Night Brave Warrior Published By : Good Night Brave Warrior Category : Puzzle, Platformer, Adventure Release Date : Apr 05, 2018 Princess Ming has had enough of the earthquakes plaguing her kingdom!…
Continue readingSuper Rocket Shootout Nintendo Switch Developed By : Oddly Shaped Pixels Published By : Plug In Digital Category : Fighting, Action, Platformer, Action Release Date : April 05, 2018 When bank heists go wrong, someone is always to blame obviously….
Continue readingReviewed by Kieran Developer: Terrible Toybox Publisher: Terrible Toybox Category: Puzzle, Adventure, Point & Click Release Date: 09.21.2017 Nostalgia can be a powerful thing. Used correctly, it can put a smile on your face that will be hard to wipe off. At…
Continue readingEver since Limited Run Games first teased the Nintendo Switch as their next console of choice, fans everywhere have been clamoring for more details. Then, the first wave of games were announced and we are less than two weeks away…
Continue readingLet’s give a warm welcome to Mandy Lowry, Programmer and Co-Founder of Black Hive Media, an indie developer from Austin, TX. With their latest project, Kova, scheduled to release on the PC this year with the consoles following shortly after, we…
Continue readingWelcome to a VERY SPECIAL Gabbin’ with Gamers where The Switch Effect is honored to welcome Krystyne (a.k.a MissGandaKris) to share with all of us her passion for gaming, art, and custom amiibo work! If you thought the amiibos put…
Continue readingAre you a fan of (n)indies titles on the Nintendo Switch? Do you wish some of those digital-only titles made their way to the physical format? Well are you in luck as a new player has entered the market to…
Continue readingThank you for joining us in the latest Gabbin’ with Gamers where we had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Cosplayer/Model/Artist/Gamer , lux_steez. So without further ado, let’s get right to it. lux_steez, thank you for taking the time…
Continue readingAre you ready for two AMAZING guests on the latest Gabbin’ with Gamers? Danny and Felia aren’t just a happy married couple, but also the stars of The Nintendo Power Couple! This highly entertaining duo create videos that truly showcase…
Continue readingAfter their recent #HelloSwitch announcement, where six games were teased as being released over the course of the year on the Switch, we knew we had to speak with tinyBuild! Plus, The Final Station is arriving on the U.S. eShop…
Continue readingThe Switch Effect is happy to welcome Brian and Andrew Allanson, the two brothers behind Ackk Studios! Check out our interview as we learn more about this duo, their two games, and whether we will see their titles arrive on…
Continue readingJoining The Switch Effect on a special Sunday edition of Gabbin’ with Gamers is Santos, gamer and admin for the Facebook Group, SoNytendo. Santos, thank you for taking the time to speak with us. Could you tell us a little…
Continue readingWelcome to the latest Gabbin’ with Gamers. The Switch Effect sat down with Curtis (a.k.a. Nintendo.Lifestyle) to learn more about his passion of gaming! Check it out below. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? I’m 23, a…
Continue readingDragon Quest Builders Nintendo Switch Developer: Square Enix Publisher: Nintendo Category: Role-Playing, Action, Adventure Release Date: 02.09.2018 Dragon Quest Builders for Nintendo Switch has been a questionable game release by Square Enix in the wake of Minecraft’s popularity. While the graphics look pretty and…
Continue readingJoining The Switch Effect on today’s Industry Interviews is Sandra Chau, Marketing Ninja for Rising Star Games. As one of the #girlsbehindthegames, a campaign that originated with Runaway, Sandra shares her passion, background, and advice for working within the video…
Continue readingWelcome to the latest installment of Gabbin’ with Gamers where The Switch Effect is happy to welcome Jase, a talented perle-bead and hip-hop music artist. Without further ado, let’s get right into it! Thank you Jase for giving us this…
Continue readingJoining The Switch Effect on today’s Industry Interviews are two very special guests: Artur Mikolajczyk and Szymon Lukasik. You might be familiar with their debut game, Bulb Boy, which released on multiple consoles and just recently added the Nintendo Switch…
Continue readingA man who needs no introduction (but we’ll give him one anyway), The Switch Effect is honored to welcome Jools Watsham to the latest Industry Interviews/Owner Outreach. Jools has been working in the video game industry since the ‘90s in…
Continue readingJoining The Switch Effect on today’s Industry Interview is Tim Hartman, Founder and President of Retrotainment Games and Cash-in Culture. Cash-in Culture is a retail chain in Pennsylvania that focuses on retro and current products that include video games, movies,…
Continue readingCheck out our review of Floor Kids here. Today on Industry Interviews, The Switch Effect speaks with former bboy JonJon from Merj Media on their recently released Nintendo Switch title, Floor Kids. Floor Kids is a breakdancing battle game unlike any…
Continue readingDo you own a Mac and played Borderlands, Sid Meier’s Civilization, or Call of Duty? Then you’ve come to the right Industry Interviews where we speak with Elizabeth Howard from Aspyr Media. This Texas based video game publisher/developer was established…
Continue readingWhat better way to start the week than with a quick press release! In an official press release by Four Horses, it was announced that Mike Burns, the creator of Kid Tripp, has chosen Four Horses to bring their sequel,…
Continue readingToday on Gabbin’ with Gamers, Kyle (a.k.a. dumpykdog) joins The Switch Effect to share his passion of gaming with all of us. We came upon your Twitch account and saw you playing Super Mario Odyssey. We knew instantly that you would…
Continue readingJoining The Switch Effect on today’s Industry Interviews is Mikkel Thorsted, Creative Director of Flashbulb Games. With their first release on the Switch, Max: The Curse of Brotherhood now available on the eShop (and soon to be released physically), we…
Continue readingToday, The Switch Effect welcomes Josh Presseisen, Founder and Creative Director of Crescent Moon Games, to Industry Interviews. Crescent Moon Games was founded in 2009 with Ravensword: The Fallen King on mobile devices. Since then, the company has been developing…
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