Switch paid online service delayed to 2018, costs $20 a year and includes online-enabled classic game library
Nintendo has delayed the launch of the paid online service for Switch from its previously planned fall launch to 2018.
Additionally, the company announced that paid online subscribers will now get access to a “Classic Game Selection”—“a compilation of classic titles with added online play, such as Super Mario Bros. 3, Balloon Fight, and Dr. Mario—rather than a single Virtual Console game as previously announced.
Speaking to Kotaku, Nintendo said users will be able to download and play as many of the games in the classic library as they want as often as they like, as long as they have an active subscription. Speaking to IGN, Nintendo said the library will include NES games at launch, and that Super NES games are under consideration, but that there is nothing to announce at this time.
In addition to online gameplay access and the classic game library, the paid online service for Switch also includes access to the online lobby and voice chat smartphone app and Nintendo eShop deals.
Until the paid service launches in 2018, online gameplay will remain free. When the service does launch, pricing will be as follows:
From the moment the Nintendo Switch was announced, many of you began asking if Indivisible would be coming to the system. And even before that, many had asked about seeing a Lab Zero title on a Nintendo platform.
At long last, I’m happy to say that Indivisible will be coming to the Nintendo Switch simultaneously with the other releases in 2018!
This will be Lab Zero’s first foray into Nintendo development, and we couldn’t be more excited! Platformers and RPGs are great to play on the go, and seeing that Indivisible is both, we think it’s a great fit for the system. It will look absolutely beautiful on the Switch’s screen, to boot!
Don’t worry, though – in order to make this happen, Lab Zero received additional funding from 505 Games and hired a programmer to help with the port so it doesn’t take away resources or slow down the rest of development.
While we don’t have anything running on Switch hardware yet, the new programmer is already hard at work laying the groundwork for the Switch version. He’s currently porting the game’s renderer to OpenGL, which will also complete much of the port work for the Mac and Linux versions, as well.
We’ll have more information on the Switch version as it develops, but needless to say, we’re very excited.
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Nintendo and The Pokemon Company have announced Pokken Tournament DX for Switch. It will launch worldwide on September 22.
The Switch version of the Pokemon fighting game includes all 16 characters from the Wii U version, as well as arcade additions Darkrai, Scizor, Croagunk, and Empoleon, and Pokemon Sun and Moon Pokemon Decidueye.
Here’s an overview of the game, via The Pokemon Company:
Pokemon is making its way to Nintendo Switch later this year with Pokken Tournament DX. Along with all the content from both the Wii U and arcade versions of Pokken Tournament, the Pokemon fighting game where Pokemon in battle move in direct response to the player’s actions, Pokken Tournament DX also introduces an array of exciting new features to create the ultimate Pokken experience. Pokken Tournament DX features include:
Play Pokken anytime, anywhere on Nintendo Switch – Play Pokken Tournament DX in TV mode, handheld mode, or share a Joy-Con controller with another Trainer to battle one-on-one in tabletop mode anywhere!
A brand-new fighter – Decidueye enters the battle, alongside all previous Pokemon from the Wii U and arcade versions.
New Support Pokemon – Litten and Popplio make their debut to lend their support in battle.
Team Battle mode – Pick three Pokemon and battle it out to be the first to defeat all your opponent’s Pokémon to win in the new Team Battle mode.
Group Match mode – Find similar skilled players in battle rooms for intense and fun battles online.
Daily Challenges – Complete a variety of different daily challenges.
Watch battle replays – Hone your skills by watching other players’ replays and share your best matches online with the new replay feature.
Jump straight into battle – All characters and Support Pokemon will be available right from the start of the game.
Nintendo has added Pokken Tournament DX to its E3 2017 lineup. In addition to the previously announced Arms and Splatoon 2 tournaments, Nintendo will host a Pokken Tournament DX tournament on June 14 at 10:30 a.m. PT. Here are the details:
2017 Pokken Tournament DX Invitational
Date: Wednesday, June 14
Time: 10:30 a.m. PT
Competitors: Eight YouTube and Twitch stars
Format: Crew battle with four teams and two players per team. Random draft order. The first person in each crew must choose one of the new characters; the other person can choose one of the original characters.
Prize: Winners will each receive a Pokken Tournament DX art piece signed by Tsunekazu Ishihara, president and CEO of The Pokemon Company, and members of the development team.
Casters: Jordan Kent, D1 and VikkiKitty
Pokken Tournament DX will also be featured on Nintendo’s E3 2017 Treehouse live stream, detailed below:
Nintendo Treehouse Live Stream at E3 2017
When: On Tuesday, June 13, the show starts right after the Nintendo Spotlight: E3 2017 presentation about 9:30 a.m. PT. On Wednesday and Thursday, June 14-15, the show starts about 10 a.m. PT.*
Who: Treehouse members, as well as developers and other game experts, including Tsunekazu Ishihara, president and CEO of The Pokemon Company. Ishihara and development team members will talk about the upcoming Pokken Tournament DX game for Nintendo Switch.
Members of Nintendo’s Treehouse will once again delve into the details of the Nintendo Switch console and games for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, including Super Mario Odyssey and Pokken Tournament DX. Viewers will get an in-depth look at gameplay and hear behind-the-scenes details about Nintendo’s lineup for E3.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Switch details, E3 2017 trailer and screenshots
《上古卷轴 5》NS 版可用体感操作 将推出「萨尔达传说」合作内容
Bethesda 在今(12)日举办的 2017 年 E3 展前发表会中公布 Nintendo Switch 版《上古卷轴 5:无界天际》的最新宣传影片,确认本作将可支持 Nintendo Switch 特殊控制器 Joy-con 的体感操作。
除此之外,影片中也示范 Nintendo Switch 版《上古卷轴 5:无界天际》与任天堂人偶玩具 amiibo「林克(荒野之息版)」的连动效果,读取后游戏内会出现宝箱并可从中获得道具。 影片中也可以看到《萨尔达传说》的各种合作内容,像是主角林克的服装、大师之剑、海拉鲁盾等等。
《上古卷轴 5:无界天际》Nintendo Switch 版预计今年秋季上市。
Bethesda Softworks released the first details, as well as the E3 2017 trailer and screenshots for the Switch version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim during its E3 2017 press conference. The game is due out this holiday.
Here’s the overview of the game, via Bethesda:
About
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the epic fantasy from Bethesda Game Studios, arrives for Nintendo Switch. The legendary open-world adventure where you can be anyone and do anything, now allows you to go anywhere – at home on your TV or on the go. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Nintendo Switch includes all-new gameplay features like motion controls for combat and lockpicking, outfits and gear from The Legend of Zelda, plus additional loot unlocked from compatible The Legend of Zelda amiibo figures. Take down enemies with the Master Sword, protect yourself with the Hylian Shield or look heroic in the Champion’s Tunic. Skyrim also includes all official add-ons – Dawnguard, Hearthfire, and Dragonborn.
Story
The High King of Skyrim has been murdered. Alliances form as claims to the throne are made. In the midst of this conflict, a far more dangerous, ancient evil is awakened. Dragons, long lost to the passages of the Elder Scrolls, have returned to Tamriel. The future of Skyrim, even the Empire itself, hangs in the balance as they wait for the prophesized Dragonborn to come; a hero born with the power of The Voice, and the only one who can stand amongst the dragons.
Key Features
Epic Fantasy Reborn – Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, pushing the gameplay and technology of a virtual world to new heights.
Live another life, in another world – Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before.
Stunning Graphics and Immersive Gameplay – Skyrim‘s game engine brings to life a complete virtual world with rolling clouds, rugged mountains, bustling cities, lush fields, and ancient dungeons.
You Are What You Play – Choose from hundreds of weapons, spells, and abilities. The character system allows you to play any way you want and define yourself through your actions.
The Legend of Zelda Outfits and Weapons – Tap compatible The Legend of Zelda character amiibo to gain outfits and gear inspired by the series. Take down enemies with the Master Sword, protect yourself with the Hylian shield, or look heroic in the Champion’s Tunic. Tap other compatible amiibo to gain additional loot. Compatible amiibo include those from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild series, 30th Anniversary – The Legend of Zelda series, Super Smash Bros. series, and The Legend of Zelda series.
Motion Controls – Use all-new motion controls for combat and lockpicking – battle with melee weapons, aim your bow and arrow, and more.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will launch for Switch in holiday 2017, Nintendo announced during its E3 2017 spotlight.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
Search for the ultimate paradise, Elysium, with your companion, Pyra.
Explore an endless ocean of clouds, where the last remnants of civilization live on the backs of colossal beasts called Titans. Experience the story of Rex and his new friend, Pyra, a mysterious being known as a Blade who grants him tremendous power. Together, search for Pyra’s long lost home Elysium, the ultimate paradise for all of humanity.
Features
Explore colossal beasts called Titans, the homes of different civilizations, offering expansive regions to discover.
Form powerful bonds with Blades, unique beings granting tremendous power to their users, called Drivers.
Features a deep battle system that builds on triumphs of the Xenoblade Chronicles and Xenoblade Chronicles X games.
New Kirby game announced for Switch
《星之卡比》Nintendo Switch 新作曝光 招降敌人连手施展强大招式
任天堂在今(14)日举办的 Nintendo Spotlight:E3 2017 在线发表会中曝光,将在 Nintendo Switch 平台推出《星之卡比》新作游戏,预定在 2018 年内登场。
Nintendo announced a new Kirby game for Switch during its E3 2017 spotlight. It will launch in 2018.
Here’s an overview, via Nintendo:
The pink puff is back—in HD—and he’s not alone.
Kirby is back—and he’s finally on the Nintendo Switch console in HD! But this time, he’s not alone. Recruit enemies by hitting them with hearts and gather helpers for a party of up to four characters. On top of that, you can join with up to three friends for a different kind of team-up action!
Features
The newest Kirby title comes to the Nintendo Switch console in HD.
Recruit up to three enemies as helpers by hitting them with hearts.
Returning copy abilities include, Sword, Fire, Water, Bomb, Broom and many more!
Imbue copy abilities with different elements, such as wind, water, fire and electricity, by borrowing or giving them to helpers to add more attack power, unleash powerful attacks, or solve puzzles.
Up to 4 players can join in with the horizontal Joy-Con controller configuration, or 8 Joy-Con with 4 Joy-Con Grips.
Metroid Prime 4 announced for Switch
任天堂宣布《银河战士 Prime 4》开发中
任天堂今(14)日配合 E3 2017 游戏展举办 Nintendo Spotlight:E3 2017 在线发表会,正式宣布拥有众多粉丝的《银河战士》系列新作、Nintendo Switch 版《银河战士 Prime 4》正在开发中。
《银河战士》系列起初于 1986 年 8 月在红白机磁盘系统登场,后来在 NGC 平台推出《银河战士 Prime》,今日任天堂宣布《银河战士 Prime 4》正在研发,但并未公开任何游戏内容与确切上市日期,《银河战士 Prime 4》目前预定 2018 年问世。
Metroid Prime 4 is in development for Switch, Nintendo announced during its E3 2017 spotlight showcase.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
Metroid Prime 4 (Working Title) is in Development for Nintendo Switch
A new game in the critically-acclaimed Metroid Prime series is currently in development for the Nintendo Switch system. “Metroid Prime 4 (Working Title) returns to the first-person adventure roots of the original Metroid Prime game and introduces a new storyline that ties together the events of the Metroid Prime universe and takes the storyline in new directions,” according to series producer Kensuke Tanaba. Tanabe is leading the project together with a talented new development team, and they are hard at work bringing the action, isolation, and exploration of the Metroid Prime universe to life on Nintendo Switch.
Features
Metroid Prime 4 (Working Title) returns to the first-person adventure roots of the original Metroid Prime game and introduces a new storyline that ties together the events of the Metroid Prime universe and takes the storyline in new directions.
The Project is being led by series producer Kensuke Tanaba and a talented new development team. Together, they are hard at work bringing the action, isolation, and exploration of the Metroid Prime universe to life on Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo announced a new Yoshi game for Switch during its E3 2017 spotlight showcase. It will launch in 2018.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
Discover the flip side of Yoshi’s world
Lead Yoshi on a brand new adventure that will turn everything you’ve come to expect from side-scrolling games upside down! Explore a great, big world decorated like a miniature diorama in a new art style for the franchise, where each side-scrolling stage has the traditional front side as well as a flip side with different views and surprises. Look for items throughout the stage as Yoshi makes his way to the goal. You can even join up with a friend!
Features
Join Yoshi in this new action platforming game.
Each course offers both a main path and a hidden path that offers different views and surprises.
The lively art style looks like a minature diorama.
Enjoy simultaneous 2-player action.
Fire Emblem Warriors will launch for Switch and New 3DS in Japan on September 28, Nintendo announced during its Japanese E3 2017 spotlight. In North America and Europe, the game is still slated for a fall release.
Here’s an overview of the game, via Nintendo:
Heroes from across the Fire Emblem universe collide!
Clash with legions of soldiers and fierce monsters as Marth, Xander, Corrin, and other Fire Emblem heroes unleashing over-the-top-powerful Dynasty Warriors-style moves. Take direct control of known and original Fire Emblem characters, issue them strategic commands in the midst of battle, pair up heroes to unleash stunning attacks, and more. Unlock new playable heroes, each with their own unique moves, special attacks, weapon types, and voiced dialogue in this large-scale action game from the Hyrule Warriors team.
Features
Play and experience a new kingdom with original characters colliding with heroes from across the Fire Emblem universe.
Battle as fan-favorite Fire Emblem heroes, like Chrom, Corrin, Ryoma, Marth, Xander and more, each with unique moves, special attacks, weapon types, and voiced dialogue.
Pair up two hero characters as a single unit that can unleash devastating combos and even switch between these heroes mid-attack.
With the classic weapons triangle, tactically choose and switch between Fire Emblem heroes to gain the advantage in combat against countless enemies.