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Nintendo eShop - December 2018 | GRIS, Monster Boy, Desert Child, Madelyn,Phantasy Star,Guacamelee 2
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This looks wild.
It's been interesting to see Devolver Digital go from absolutely zero Nintendo support to launching the majority of their software on Switch and PC first.
Thanks! That looks good, and damn I really don't have $32 dollars or time, but this is the kind of game that I have wanted to scratch a specific itch every once in a while. I was hoping Manticore could do it, but after watching a bunch of videos I never became convinced and have been holding off until a big sale on it, but this definitely looks like it fits the bill better, and I know it is well received.
I... was not expecting that. If the soundtrack is even remotely close to what's used here, that will be worth the price alone. Great concept too. If I'm being honest, it plays right into my feels.
It is, PR is always missing stuff (especially Hamster stuff).
Don't know about the Switch version but I've got it on PC and its absolutely brilliant. Has beautiful art direction and great roguelite mechanics. If performance holds up on Switch, it'll be 100% worth it.
I think in the case of Starlink and Diablo (which so far is EU only, though that may change tonight, who knows) it may have more to do with wanting to catch the Christmas shoppers.
I've been playing it on Switch for a bit now. Seems like a solid effort. Think embargo on coverage and impressions lifts on Dec. 11.
Cool, thanks. I hope it goes live soon. Would love to play some Twinkle Star Sprites with my kids today!
Is Katamari only being released in the America's but not Europe? Doesn't seem to be showing in my eShop and no EU prices are listed in the eShop price spreadsheet.
I remember playing this at PAX East years ago, can't believe it's not out yet.
Generally speaking: combat/violent games usually sell better in the US than in the EU, while a genre like soccer sells better in the EU. Other demographics/genres, like family-oriented games/racing games/big open world games sell more or less equally well in both EU/US.
This looks really good but I've been burned on indies recently so I'll wait for impressions.
It's there. Celeste is more 20% off on the eShop but 30% off everywhere else though.
As I said something, looks like a sale went live.
Anyway, Diablo 3 is $40. Which is crazy and a steal.
Yep, makes sense. Regardless, Diablo just got that amazing 33% discount in the US eShop despite seemingly great sales over here after launching only a month ago with its own Switch bundle, and at the risk of irritating day one digital buyers. Definitely one of the stranger sales I've seen.
Between this and Immortal you have to wonder how Blizzard logic works. Gotta get that holiday sales exposure by any means, I guess.
Oh no, guys, oh no. With black friday gone, I thought my wallet was safe. Diablo 3 and Mario Odyssey... must... resist...
Regarding the Diablo 3 sale, a few days ago I read an article on how publishers are releasing special editions of their games where you pay extra to play earlier. I wonder if competition will make this trend evolve into "full-price for day one, discount a month later".
Regarding the Diablo 3 sale, a few days ago I read an article on how publishers are releasing special editions of their games where you pay extra to play earlier. I wonder if competition will make this trend evolve into "full-price for day one, discount a month later".
Don't worry. It's 20% on Steam as well.
And the game is more than worth its price.
Twinkle Star Sprites is up!
https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/aca-neogeo-twinkle-star-sprites-switch
https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/aca-neogeo-twinkle-star-sprites-switch
I'm not sure why people are so surprised at this. It's not really a new thing. Maybe it slowed up for a bit but I remember 2 or 3 Black Fridays in a row grabbing games a month old or barely for nearly half price. I remember it vividly because it was the entire reason I ever bit the bullet and purchased Dragon Age Origins. I used to grab a lot of borderline games at holiday times back when I was in college and a bit after. I do think the trend slowed a bit but it seems to be back now with packed holiday seasons.
This is me on 3D Mario:
- Mario 64: loved it.
- Mario Galaxy 1 & 2: boring as hell (yeah, I know, I know!).
- Mario 3D World: it was fun, I guess. 7/10.
Now please talk me out of buying Mario Odyssey.
- Mario 64: loved it.
- Mario Galaxy 1 & 2: boring as hell (yeah, I know, I know!).
- Mario 3D World: it was fun, I guess. 7/10.
Now please talk me out of buying Mario Odyssey.
Devolver killing it lately.
No, it's great.
Unrelated:
Trying to decide between Everspace, Katamari or DB Fighterz.
Could not be a more diverse group. I guess I'll be all fightinged out with Smash, so maybe DBF is out.
I also have Starlink, which could rule out Everspace. But that sale...
Hey! I have exactly the same position on these except swap 3D Land for World, which I didn't play. Mario Odyssey was about on par with 3D Land for me. I liked it more than Galaxy but significantly less than 64. Well-rounded and surprising at times but generally very safe.
I'm someone who absolutely loves Mario Galaxy 1 and 2, had an amazing time with 3D World and thought that, outside of importance to the genre/medium, Mario 64 was just OK..
Odyssey is unfortunately tailor made for you.
Sorry.
Fuck it, got Smash, my first one. Tried the demo on 3DS but the shitty analog circle was so horrible to play with I didn't stand more than a few matches. The game itself seemed silly fun so I went for it since playing it with a pro controller should be night and day I guess.
And Yoku's Island Express for 50% at $9.99. Amazing deal for getting one of my personal 2018 favorites.