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Welcome folks, to another episode of Box Art Brawl!
Last time, we looked at Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis for the Nintendo DS. We’d love to say it was a close call, but it really wasn’t. North America and Europe teamed up to take on Japan, with the Western design winning with a resounding 87% of the vote. Crikey.
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“Get ready to go gaga”.
Season 2 of Fortnite Festival is now underway and as part of this the “legendary superstar” Lady Gaga (known for smash hits such as ‘Poker Face’ and ‘Just Dance’) has joined in on the fun as the festival icon.
From now until 22nd April 2024, you’ll be able to participate in the new festival pass ‘Unlock your talent’, and receive new instruments, jam tracks, and much more. This pass has a free tier as well as a premium reward track upgrade.
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Turbo Kid is a 2015 movie set in a post-apocalypse in which a comic book fan battles a local tyrant, with gory, comedic, ’80s-pastiching results. It was not a film I expected to get a metroidvania sequel, but here it is with a new demo and an April release date.
I’ve entered a stage in my life during which I have enormous nostalgia for the PlayStation era, and most of that nostalgia is focused on racing games and drum and bass. Enter Night-Runners, a racing game set between 1990 and 2009, scored by drum and bass, smeared with VHS filters, and just for good measure, set on and around the expressways of Tokyo.
There’s a Kickstarter for the project now, but also a substantial prologue demo on Steam that’s worth your time.
Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown, Ubisoft’s highly polished prototypical Metroidvania, was released last month and instantly earned its place on our list of the best of the genre. Now Ubisoft Montpellier say they’re planning free updates to add extra content and modes, with the first to arrive soon.
Five more titles have joined the service.
Five more Rare games have this week joined Nintendo’s Switch Online + Expansion Pack service. The first four titles are available in the base tier and the N64 release Blast Corps is available in the premium tier subscription.
With these games now available on the service, it’s got us wondering which one you’ll be playing the most this weekend, or if you’ll be playing some or all of them equally.
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Saturday is here, which means it’s time to round up the best deals available this weekend across games, technology, and more! New titles are seeing discounts, and plenty of hardware is on sale, too. The best deals for Saturday, February 24, include Persona 3 Reload, PlayStation 5 Slim, Super Mario Odyssey, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, and more.
Persona 3 Reload is already one of the biggest 2024 releases so far. The remake brings in new gameplay features, new voice actors, and an impressive slew of technology, including ray tracing. It’s already on sale right now at Amazon for $56.99, which saves you $13 off the game. If you’ve never experienced the story of Persona 3, this is the definitive way to do so.
Sam’s Club is running a great deal on the Spider-Man 2 PlayStation 5 Slim bundle. For $449.99, you will get the PlayStation 5 Slim with the disc drive and a digital copy of Spider-Man 2. That’s over $120 of savings altogether. If you or someone you know has yet to purchase a PlayStation 5, this is a great deal to take advantage of.
This LG Eclair 3.0 Channel Soundbar is an excellent addition to any home theater setup. Featuring Dolby Atmos support, the soundbar offers sound with 4 passive radiators, which creates powerful bass without the need for a subwoofer. This unit is also WOWCAST ready, meaning you can connect and use Dolby Atmos sound wirelessly without any lag at all.
Super Mario Odyssey is still one of the best games available on Nintendo Switch. From the stunning Kingdoms to the numerous new gameplay elements, this is a title any Switch owner should have in their collection. Odyssey is best known for its Capture mechanic, which allows Mario to use Cappy and take over different enemies and objects in the environment. This title doesn’t go on sale too often, so pick up a physical copy at a discount this weekend!
If you’re in the market for a new OLED TV, this is a great deal from Best Buy. The 65″ LG Class B3 Series TV features an OLED panel with perfect blacks and so much more. The TV also supports both Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos to provide you with the best experience possible with any content you choose to play, watch, or listen to. This deals end at midnight, so be sure to take a look while you can.
Great news for stealth action fans: Woot has Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 for $34.99, which is the lowest price we’ve seen yet. This is a great package with the first three Metal Gear Solid games, in addition to Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake. If you’ve yet to play through the Metal Gear series, the Master Collection is how to do so on modern platforms.
Fire Emblem Engage is the latest entry in the long-running series. Acting as a celebration of previous titles, dozens of familiar faces returned and lended their strength in Engage. Each Fire Emblem title is standalone and can be played regardless of prior knowledge of the series, so jump in with Engage and experience the fantastic gameplay and memorable characters.
New Nintendo Switch games coming soon.
We’ve given this list a good old spring clean following the February 2024 Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase. There are tons of new games coming to Switch in 2024, so if we have to wait until 2025 for the Switch 2, this list should keep you pretty happy. Also, take that 35 with a pinch of salt — it’s 35-ish, if you will…
Looking for the best new Nintendo Switch games releasing soon? 2023 was a banner year for the now-ageing hybrid console, and even if it looks like the Switch is winding down as it approaches its eighth year on the market, there are still plenty of beauties to pick up in 2024.
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Ever since the Nintendo 64, Nintendo has released a steady stream of limited edition consoles for each generation. The Nintendo Switch is no exception to that, with over a dozen limited edition variants released over the course of its lifetime. These consoles are an excellent way to share your love of a specific franchise or series. Additionally, they tend to be rare, which can be a big draw for collectors.
To make your console search easier, we’ve compiled every special edition Nintendo Switch you can buy in 2024. This list only includes consoles still available for purchase at retailers, so you won’t find limited edition consoles that are sold out or only available through resale.
This limited edition Nintendo Switch OLED Model features an entire system inspired by everyone’s favorite plumber. The Switch unit, Joy-Con, and Dock are all in a Mario Red finish, which stands out from the standard Nintendo Switch. Additionally, you can find a fun easter egg inside the back cover of the Dock, with a silhouette of Mario and a few secret coins printed by the Ethernet port.
See a list of every Mario game on the Switch.
If you’re looking for a limited edition Nintendo Switch that will stand out, look no further than the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Nintendo Switch OLED. The dock features artwork of the Legendary Pokémon Koraidon and Miraidon on the Dock. This Switch OLED special edition also includes two unique Joy-Con controllers with emblems from Naranja Academy and Uva Academy. Additionally, the back of the Switch unit has graffiti artwork featuring some of the most popular Generation 9 Pokémon, like Quaxly and Fuecoco.
See a list of every Pokémon game on the Switch.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is one of the best games available on the Nintendo Switch. Naturally, Nintendo released a limited edition console to go alongside it, and this Switch OLED is gorgeous. The front of the Dock features the iconic Hylian Crest, depicted with a reflective gold color. You’ll also see the themed Joy-Con, which feature symbols from Tears of the Kingdom. Specifically, the controllers are themed after Link’s new abilities.
See a list of every Legend of Zelda game on Switch.
Nintendo has only ever released a few limited edition Nintendo Switch Lite models, and this is one of them. Featuring leaves from Animal Crossing on the backplate, this turqoise Nintendo Switch Lite is perfect for any fan of the mega hit Switch title. Unlike the other limited edition Switches on this list, the Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition includes a free digital copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons! You can purchase this exclusive limited edition Switch Lite from Walmart.
Similar to the Timmy & Tommy’s Aloha Edition Switch Lite, Nintendo also released a Isabelle’s Aloha Edition. This Switch Lite uses the Coral color with the series trademark leaves plastered on the backplate. It’s important to note that this console is exclusive to Target, so you cannot purchase it elsewhere. You’ll also get a free copy of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, making this a limited edition Switch worth your attention.
The best and most consistent place you can find used Switch consoles is on eBay. Many gamers tend to sell their used Switch consoles here as it is hassle-free and reliable. You can find a wide variety of price ranges depending on the specific console you’re looking for. Due to how rare some of these limited edition Switch models have become, some are very pricey.
If you’d rather not purchase from eBay, GameStop also sells used consoles that are reliable and proven to function properly. You might end up spending more than you would elsewhere, but it can be a safer option at times.
As of now, there are no upcoming limited edition Nintendo Switch models. This is largely due to the upcoming next-generation system from Nintendo, which is rumored to launch in the first quarter of next year. Once the Nintendo Switch 2 is released, you can expect Nintendo to release a wide variety of limited edition consoles, controllers, and accessories for major game releases.
