REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In a brand new Nintendo Direct video presentation transmitted to terminals throughout the planet at the moment, Metroid Prime Remastered, an HD remaster of the primary Metroid Prime sport, which initially debuted on the Nintendo GameCube system, was introduced for the Nintendo Swap system. A digital model of Metroid Prime Remastered launches on Nintendo Swap later at the moment and a bodily model might be available in shops Feb. 22! Nintendo additionally introduced {that a} rising library of choose Sport Boy video games will be a part of the Nintendo Swap On-line service later at the moment – starting with 9 basic titles – whereas the Nintendo Swap On-line + Growth Pack service will obtain a rising library of choose Sport Boy Advance video games as properly, beginning with six basic titles at the moment.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the upcoming sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, additionally featured prominently in at the moment’s Nintendo Direct. Gameplay footage of Hyperlink’s huge journey included the islands floating above Hyrule, never-before-seen weapons and mysterious autos. Plus, the primary full gameplay trailer for Pikmin 4– the latest entry within the sequence which asks you to beat obstacles by guiding pint-sized creatures on a wierd planet – was revealed. The most recent installment encompasses a Area Canine, Ice Pikmin and a spread of latest discoveries, and can land on Nintendo Swap on July 21.
Different highlights of the video presentation embody reveals from Nintendo’s improvement and publishing companions showcasing the return of a number of beloved characters and franchises headed to Nintendo Swap. These embody PROFESSOR LAYTON and The New World of steam, a brand new sport within the Layton sequence; Disney Phantasm Island, that includes Mickey and Mates in a 2D platformer-adventure; Samba de Amigo: Celebration Central, the basic rhythm sport that has been reborn groovier than ever; Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster, a revival of the Nintendo GameCube RPG classics; Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the thriller thriller; and the King of All Cosmos’ return in We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie.
“With a sturdy lineup of Nintendo Swap video games for every type of gamers, and with Metroid Prime Remastered launching at the moment, Nintendo remains to be discovering methods to shock and delight followers,” mentioned Devon Pritchard, Nintendo of America’s Govt Vice President of Gross sales, Advertising and marketing and Communications. “2023 is shaping as much as be yet one more stellar yr for Nintendo Swap gamers and anybody who’s keen to affix the enjoyable.”
To view the Nintendo Direct video in its entirety, go to https://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/02-08-2023/. A number of the highlights revealed within the video embody:
- Metroid Prime Remastered: The primary Metroid Prime sport has been remastered for Nintendo Swap with HD visuals and enhanced sound! Discover Tallon IV from the attitude of Samus Aran. However beware: There’s extra to this alien planet than meets the attention. When hostile creatures assault, combat again with Beams, Missiles, Bombs and extra. Along with remastered visuals, this model provides fashionable dual-stick controls, permitting you to maneuver round whereas individually altering your standpoint. It’s additionally the primary time this basic sport will be performed on the go! The digital model of Metroid Prime Remastered launches in Nintendo eShop and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com … later at the moment! The bodily model of the sport might be available in shops Feb. 22.
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom: An epic journey throughout the land and skies of Hyrule awaits. On this sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you’ll determine your individual path by means of the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating within the huge skies above. Are you able to harness the ability of Hyperlink’s new skills to combat again towards the malevolent forces that threaten the dominion? Along with the usual model, which might be out there at a instructed retail worth of $69.99, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Collector’s Version will launch on launch day at a instructed retail worth of $129.99, and features a bodily model of the sport, an artbook with idea artwork, a Steelbook case, an Iconart metal poster and a set of 4 pin badges. A brand new amiibo determine of Hyperlink from the sport will even be out there individually that grants entry to supplies and weapons, in addition to a particular material for Hyperlink’s paraglider. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom launches for Nintendo Swap on Could 12. Pre-orders for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom can be found now in Nintendo eShop, at retail and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Pikmin 4: Meet Pikmin – the small, plant-like creatures you’ll be able to develop, pluck, command and in addition overpower your enemies with throughout your grand mission on a wierd planet! These curious helpers come in numerous sorts – fireplace isn’t any sweat for Purple Pikmin, and the brand new Ice Pikmin can freeze enemies and the setting. Use your Pikmin’s miniature may (and a few strategic pondering) as you discover. You get a Area Canine, too: Oatchi can assist with issues like smashing obstacles and carrying Pikmin all through your journey. With the miniscule Pikmin and a succesful canine in tow, no problem is just too massive or small! Please look four-ward to the Pikmin 4 sport when it traverses to Nintendo Swap July 21! Pre-orders can be found now in Nintendo eShop, at retail and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Disney Phantasm Island: Be a part of Mickey and Mates as they discover the mysterious island of Monoth on a quest to get better three magical books and save its little furry inhabitants, the Hokuns. On this new cooperative 2D platformer-adventure for one to 4 gamers, you’ll navigate as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy by means of a fantastically hand-crafted world. That includes absolutely voiced, animated cutscenes and an orchestrated, authentic rating, Disney Phantasm Island swings completely onto Nintendo Swap July 28. Pre-orders for Disney Phantasm Island can be found in Nintendo eShop, at retail and on Nintendo.com, starting at the moment.
- OCTOPATH TRAVELER II: The brand new entry within the OCTOPATH TRAVELER sequence is simply across the nook! Eight new tales await, following eight new vacationers, every with their very own origins, motivations and distinctive expertise. Which path will you’re taking first? Who will your allies be? And the place will your journey lead you? Enterprise by means of a brand new world in OCTOPATH TRAVELER II, launching on Nintendo Swap Feb. 24. A demo containing the sport’s opening hours might be out there in Nintendo eShop … later at the moment!
- Samba de Amigo: Celebration Central: Transfer to the beat and shake your Pleasure-Con controllers in a brand new Samba de Amigo sport! Compete on-line*** in World Celebration mode or take pleasure in native multiplayer** with a buddy to see who has the very best strikes! Forty songs are included, spanning a mess of genres from world wide. So, seize these controllers and get shakin’ when Samba de Amigo: Celebration Central shimmies onto Nintendo Swap this summer season.
- Sport Boy and Sport Boy Advance Video games: Choose Sport Boy video games are being added to Nintendo Swap On-line! On Nintendo Swap, you’ll be able to play these video games anytime, wherever – identical to you possibly can again within the day. You should utilize Sport Boy, Sport Boy Pocket or Sport Boy Shade display filters to assist customise your play type. And, as much as two gamers can play suitable video games collectively regionally or on-line for the primary time. Right here’s the total record of basic video games that might be out there at launch, with extra video games being added sooner or later:
Launch Lineup of Sport Boy – Nintendo Swap On-line
- Tetris®
- Tremendous Mario Land 2 – 6 Golden Cash
- The Legend of Zelda: Hyperlink’s Awakening DX
- GARGOYLE’S QUEST
- Sport & Watch Gallery 3
- Alone within the Darkish: The New Nightmare
- Metroid II – Return of Samus
- Wario Land 3
- Kirby’s Dream Land
Plus, Sport Boy Advance video games are being added to Nintendo Swap On-line + Growth Pack! Native and on-line play is supported for suitable video games, and as much as 4 gamers can play collectively on-line for the primary time. Listed below are the video games that you would be able to play at launch:
Launch Lineup of Sport Boy Advance – Nintendo Swap On-line
- Tremendous Mario Advance 4: Tremendous Mario Bros. 3
- WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$
- Kuru Kuru Kururin
- Mario Kart: Tremendous Circuit
- Mario & Luigi: Celebrity Saga
- The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap
Choose video games might be added to this library sooner or later, too. You possibly can play Sport Boy video games with an lively Nintendo Swap On-line membership, or play each Sport Boy and Sport Boy Advance video games with an lively Nintendo Swap On-line + Growth Pack membership … later at the moment!
- Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp: Calling all technique followers – be a part of Andy, Max, Sami and extra in two full story campaigns, each crammed with colourful turn-based tactical motion. Flex your strategic muscle tissue throughout a mess of modes. Design your individual maps and share them with associates! You can even problem associates to head-to-head battles on-line***, or as much as 4 gamers regionally.** Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp involves Nintendo Swap on April 21. Pre-orders start at the moment in Nintendo eShop, at retail and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Misplaced Demon: Expertise a brand new tackle the Bayonetta sequence starring Cereza, a younger apprentice witch earlier than she would come to be known as Bayonetta. Harness Cereza’s magic and her infernal demon associate Cheshire’s ferocity to journey by means of a mysterious and harmful Avalon Forest crammed with puzzles and enemies. You’ll management each Cereza and Cheshire on the similar time. By acquiring the basic energy of wooden, rock, water and fireplace from the forest, new paths will open and battles will be swayed in your favor. Can Cereza achieve the ability to save lots of her mom and can Cheshire ever discover a approach again dwelling? Approachability choices, equivalent to decreasing harm or automating some controls, can assist newcomers and Bayonetta followers alike take pleasure in Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Misplaced Demon when it prowls onto Nintendo Swap March 17. Pre-orders can be found now in Nintendo eShop, at retail and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Omega Strikers: Duke it out on this free-to-play on-line multiplayer showdown! Smash opponents off the world and rating targets on this lightning-fast 3-v-3 footbrawler. As considered one of greater than 15 Strikers, you’ll sling slime, toss tofu and rocket enhance to victory, air hockey type. Omega Strikers slides onto Nintendo Swap April 27. Pre-orders for this free-to-play sport start at the moment in Nintendo eShop.
- Etrian Odyssey Origins Assortment: A set of the primary three Etrian Odyssey video games is coming to Nintendo Swap, remastered in HD. Dive again into the sprawling labyrinth, with a clean map as your solely information. By drawing the map as you discover, you’ll be able to progress even additional, the place vicious monsters and treasures await. Twenty-four newly drawn character illustrations are included. Etrian Odyssey Origins Assortment launches for Nintendo Swap on June 1. Every sport within the assortment will even be out there individually in Nintendo eShop. Pre-orders start at the moment.
- Sea of Stars: Mix the powers of the solar and moon to fend off evil on this retro-inspired, turn-based RPG. Freely traverse a wide ranging world, meet characters from all walks of life and devastate foes with well-timed assaults in battle. Sea of Stars sails onto Nintendo Swap Aug. 29. A free demo might be out there in Nintendo eShop … later at the moment!
- Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe: A brand new story will unfold within the Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe sport when Magolor, the interdimensional traveler from the primary journey, loses his powers and should escape the realm between dimensions. You possibly can entry this new epilogue after clearing Story Mode. As much as 4 gamers on the identical system can enterprise by means of this mysterious realm collectively, the place there are over 20 levels to discover. Can Magolor restore his powers and safely return to his world? There will even be a Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe demo out there in Nintendo eShop later at the moment! As much as 4 gamers can play a specifically organized demo with choose levels and subgames. Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe launches on Nintendo Swap Feb. 24. Pre-orders can be found now in Nintendo eShop and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Growth Move* Vol. 3 and 4: Enrich your adventures by means of Aionios with new content material! In Vol. 3, be a part of forces with Masha, the latest Hero and a refined Lapidarist. Problem Battles with roguelike components are additionally being added. Add a number of Heroes and unlock particular skills to your social gathering as you play by means of this problem battle mode and earn newly added in-game outfits to your predominant characters. Vol. 3 of the Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Growth Move launches on Feb. 15. And coming in Vol. 4 later this yr, stay up for an thrilling last quantity that includes an authentic story state of affairs. The Xenoblade Chronicles 3 Growth Move, which incorporates 4 complete volumes that might be launched by means of the tip of 2023, is out there for buy now in Nintendo eShop and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- Splatoon 3: Growth Move – Inkopolis & Facet Order: ThINK you’re prepared for one thing enjoyable? This paid DLC for the Splatoon 3 sport options two waves of content material. The primary wave consists of Inkopolis. You can also make this splat-tastic place from the unique Splatoon sport your stomping floor. Wave 1 additionally consists of Inkopolis Plaza, which has modified over the previous a number of years with some new shopkeepers. The Squid Sisters will carry out right here throughout Splatfests, too! Within the second wave of this DLC, a brand new single-player marketing campaign known as Facet Order tremendous jumps to the Splatoon 3 sport. See what’s develop into of Inkopolis Sq., the central space featured within the Splatoon 2 sport. The Splatoon 3: Growth Move might be out there for buy later at the moment in Nintendo eShop, with Wave 1 launching this spring. Wave 2, Facet Order, will launch sooner or later. Gamers will have the ability to obtain a content material pack that incorporates bonus in-game gadgets after buying the Growth Move.
- Hearth Emblem Have interaction Growth Move* Wave 2-4: New Emblems are coming to future waves of the Hearth Emblem Have interaction Growth Move DLC. Wave 2 options newly added Emblems, together with Hector, Emblem of Power; Soren, Emblem of Acumen; and Camilla, Emblem of Revelation, to assist the Divine Dragon and their allies in battle. Wave 3 will embody its personal group of valiant Emblems – Chrom and Robin, Emblem of Bonds, and Veronica, Emblem of Heroes. You’ll have the ability to sort out further missions to recruit these Emblems. And in Wave 4, a brand new story, Fell Xenologue, might be unlocked. The Hearth Emblem Have interaction Growth Move, which incorporates 4 waves releasing by means of the tip of 2023, is out there for buy now in Nintendo eShop and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com. Wave 2 launches … later at the moment!
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe –Booster Course Move Wave 4: Yoshi’s Island, a brand new course, is zooming to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with Wave 4 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Move DLC. Birdo, who initially hit the observe in Mario Kart: Double Sprint!!, can also be being added. Returning characters from the Mario Kart sequence might be added in future waves. Wave 4 of the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Move DLC races onto the Nintendo Swap system this spring. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Move consists of six separate waves, with eight programs every, which can all be launched by the tip of 2023. Purchase the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Move individually in Nintendo eShop or take pleasure in it for no further price as a part of a paid Nintendo Swap On-line + Growth Pack*** membership.
- Useless Cells: Return to Castlevania: Dracula’s Citadel beckons on this new paid DLC for the roguelite action-platformer Useless Cells. Enterprise by means of the fortress’s hellish halls and outskirts alongside Richter Belmont and Alucard, main as much as a showdown with Demise and Dracula himself. Useless Cells: Return to Castlevania sinks its enamel into Nintendo Swap March 6. Pre-orders start at the moment in Nintendo eShop and within the My Nintendo Retailer on Nintendo.com.
- We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie: Run round and accumulate oodles of objects on this remaster of We Love Katamari. Roll in a classroom, a zoo and area because the pint-sized princely son with orders to revive the twinkle again within the heavens. New options embody taking part in because the younger King of All Cosmos in 5 new challenges and taking photographs with the Selfie Digicam. We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie rolls onto Nintendo Swap June 2. Any lively Nintendo Swap On-line member can play a free Sport Trial of Katamari Damacy REROLL starting Feb. 20.
- Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective: The time-bending homicide thriller Ghost Trick returns in HD. After kicking the bucket and turning into a ghost, you purchase the flexibility to own and management objects. Uncover Sissel’s unknown previous and assist unravel mysteries that occurred that fateful evening. Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective spirits onto Nintendo Swap this summer season.
- Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster: Wings of the Coronary heart take flight as soon as extra. A remastered assortment of each Baten Kaitos video games, initially launched on the Nintendo GameCube system, is coming to Nintendo Swap! These emotional journeys characteristic a definite card-based RPG system the place split-second choices edge you nearer to victory. What revelations will come to mild within the skies above and the lands under? Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster soars onto Nintendo Swap this summer season.
- Vogue Dreamer: Welcome to Vogue Dreamer, a vogue sport the place you glam it up and share your creations in your quest to develop into a trendy influencer. Select from over 1,400 design choices and join on-line*** to develop your buddy circle and develop your model. Acquired a watch for vogue? Then get styling when Vogue Dreamer debuts completely on Nintendo Swap this yr.
- DECAPOLICE: Play the position of a futuristic police detective and resolve tough crimes! On this mysterious detective story from Stage-5, the builders of the Layton sequence, you’ll discover an enormous open world and expertise the enjoyable of deductive reasoning. DECAPOLICE launches for Nintendo Swap this yr.
- FANTASY LIFE i: The Woman Who Steals Time: After drifting onto a mysterious island the place a bygone civilization as soon as prospered, you embark on a brand new life stuffed with adventures. As you develop your island with crafting, quests and fight, you’ll additionally time journey to the previous to uncover secrets and techniques and alter historical past! FANTASY LIFE i: The Woman Who Steals Time launches for Nintendo Swap this yr.
- PROFESSOR LAYTON and The New World of steam: Within the latest entry within the beloved sequence, Professor Layton will face new puzzles in a recent setting. Resolve epic riddles as you progress by means of the story of this puzzle-fantasy journey. Keep tuned for extra particulars sooner or later.
- TRON: Id: Enter a brand new Grid on this narrative puzzle-adventure set throughout the TRON universe. Uncover harmful truths and retrieve what was misplaced as you navigate by means of a deadly world. Your choices and the alliances you forge will actively affect the story, with a mess of attainable outcomes formed by your actions. The way forward for the Grid hangs within the steadiness. TRON: Id launches first for consoles on Nintendo Swap this April.
- Minecraft Legends: On this new action-strategy sport, discover a gorgeous land stuffed with various life and wealthy assets. However this paradise is getting ready to destruction – the piglins have arrived, threatening to deprave the Overworld. Encourage sudden associates to kind invaluable alliances and lead them in strategic battles to guard their dwelling. Take the combat to the piglins earlier than their Nether corruption devours the Overworld when Minecraft Legends arrives on Nintendo Swap April 18. Pre-order at the moment in Nintendo eShop.
- Have a Good Demise: Sharpen your expertise (and scythe) for fast-paced hack-’n’-slash fight! Have a Good Demise is a hand-drawn 2D action-roguelike the place you assume the position of Demise, Founder and CEO of Demise Integrated, the underworld group chargeable for processing souls within the afterlife. Discover the darkly charming, procedurally generated departments of the company’s headquarters to rehabilitate rogue workers who’ve been snatching up too many souls on Earth. Present them who’s boss along with your arsenal of weapons, spells and particular expertise when Have a Good Demise launches for Nintendo Swap on March 22.
- Grasp Detective Archives: RAIN CODE: Enter the Thriller Labyrinth on this offbeat puzzle-solving expertise. A metropolis of rain is gripped by innumerable unsolved mysteries, below the whole management of a megacorporation. Grasp Detectives from world wide, every possessing distinctive powers, should rise to the problem of uncovering the reality. Play as Yuma, an amnesiac detective-in-training, accompanied by Shinigami, the spirit haunting him, as you delve into the ever-changing realm and get to the center of the case. Grasp Detective Archives: RAIN CODE launches for Nintendo Swap on June 30.
- Concord: The Fall of Reverie: On this new narrative expertise from DON’T NOD, you’ll play as Polly, an upbeat younger lady who can journey between our world and Reverie, a realm the place the deities stay. When a megacorporation threatens the steadiness of those two worlds, an apocalypse looms. Utilizing her present of clairvoyance, Polly should select which path to take to defend her world and save Reverie. Many branching story paths, together with a riveting soundtrack by Celeste composer Lena Raine, set the stage to your journey. Concord: The Fall of Reverie launches first for consoles on Nintendo Swap this June.
The Nintendo Direct presentation additionally featured a montage of upcoming Nintendo Swap video games, together with Blanc, the poetic story of a wolf cub and a fawn, which launches Feb. 14; Disney Dreamlight Valley – the hybrid life-sim and journey sport that includes Disney and Pixar associates – which is out there now in Early Entry; plus, take pleasure in a bundle of 10 basic action-packed video games with Mega Man Battle Community Legacy Assortment, launching April 14; the acclaimed action-RPG Tales of Symphonia Remastered returns graphically enhanced on Feb. 17; and Japan’s most-played baseball sport sequence has a brand new entry that may captivate you from the primary pitch, WBSC eBASEBALL: POWER PROS, launching on Nintendo Swap … later at the moment!
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