Missed today’s (9-14-23) Nintendo Direct? We’ve got you covered!
The Highlights:
Princess Peach also stepped into the spotlight with “Princess Peach: Showtime!” Players can look forward to navigating theater-like worlds as Peach, with the help of her star ribbon companion Stella. The game’s intriguing feature allows Peach to transform into various outfits, each granting her unique abilities and skills.
F-Zero fans rejoiced with the introduction of “F-Zero 99,” a battle royale twist on the futuristic racing series, where 99 racers will compete for victory.
Nostalgia Returns:
Another exciting return was the revival of the “Mario Vs. Donkey Kong” series, now featuring a fresh 3D art style and retaining the beloved toy themeatics. This title is set to launch on February 16, 2024.
Ubisoft teased “Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown,” a 2D combat platformer promising intense battles. It’s scheduled to be released on January 18, 2024.
New Titles to Keep an Eye On:
Nintendo didn’t hold back on third-party titles either. “Horizon Chase 2” offers arcade racing fun with both single-player and multiplayer modes. It’s available now.
“Super Crazy Rhythm Castle” from Konami brings multiplayer rhythm gameplay with tracks from Konami classics like Beatmania, Castlevania, and Gradius. The release date is set for November 14, 2023.
Fans of the anime “SPYxFAMILY” can anticipate “SPYxANYA: Operation Memories,” focusing on the 5-year-old character Anya. The charming game is expected in 2024.
The classic Nintendo DS adventure “Another Code: Recollection” is coming to the Switch, including its unreleased Western sequel. Players can enjoy this puzzle and mystery adventure on January 19, 2023.
For RPG enthusiasts, Square Enix is bringing back the “SaGa” series with “SaGa Emerald Beyond.” It offers branching paths and timeline-based turn-based combat, aiming for a 2024 release.
Classic Tomb Raider fans can look forward to “Tomb Raider I-III Remastered” on February 14, 2024. This collection includes remastered graphics and all expansions.
Detective Pikachu returns with more mystery-solving adventures on October 6, 2023. The sequel promises to maintain the charm of befriending Pokémon and utilizing their abilities.
Unique Gaming Experiences:
“Trombone Champ” brings hilarity to the rhythm game genre with its inaccurate and hilarious trombone tunes. The game supports both motion controls with Joy-Con controllers and a theremin-like control scheme using the Joy-Con’s IR sensor. It’s available now.
“Battle Crush” from NC Soft is a battle royale brawler set to launch in Spring 2024 (Northern Hemisphere), with a beta in October 2023.
“Wartales,” known for its success in the PC gaming scene, brings tactical role-playing to the Switch, offering an open-world experience in a plague-ridden land. The game is available now.
“Contra: Operation Galuga” promises a reimagined version of the classic 2D side-scrolling shooter, arriving early in 2024.
Vanillaware’s “Unicorn Overlord” offers a fantasy, wartime strategy RPG with their trademark art style. It’s releasing on March 8, 2024.
Luigi’s Mansion fans can revisit the spooky fun with “Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD,” which includes online co-op play. Expect it in Summer 2024 (Northern Hemisphere).
Nintendo’s Physical Museum and Amiibo Updates:
Nintendo shared exciting news about its upcoming physical museum in Japan, set to open by March 2024. This museum promises a unique look into the company’s rich history.
Amiibo collectors can anticipate new figures, including Zelda and Ganondorf from “The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” on November 3, 2023. Xenoblade Chronicles 3 figures are scheduled for release on January 19, 2024, while Sora from “Smash Bros. Ultimate” will arrive in 2024, marking the last Smash Bros. amiibo release.
F-Zero’s Battle Royale:
In a surprising twist, the original F-Zero game joins the battle royale trend with “F-Zero 99.” Players will race against 99 other vehicles in this high-speed challenge, available now for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.
A New Adventure for Mario:
Fans of the beloved plumber were treated to a surprise announcement of a brand-new Mario game, “Super Mario Odyssey: Galaxy’s Edge.” This sequel to the highly acclaimed “Super Mario Odyssey” is set to launch in 2024. The trailer teased Mario exploring cosmic-themed worlds with new power-ups, promising another epic adventure.
Remastering the Classics:
The grand finale of the Nintendo Direct presentation was the announcement of a remastered version of the beloved RPG classic, “Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door.” Originally released on the Nintendo GameCube, this remaster promises to reintroduce fans to this charming and whimsical world.