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Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Fate/Hollow Ataraxia Remastered, Fate/Stay Night Remastered Winter Burrow, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Fate/Hollow Ataraxia Remastered and Fate/Stay Night Remastered. The roundup includes deals on a wide variety of games, with many offering substantial discounts from their original prices.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Oct. 2: Hades 2's one-year anniversary
Supergiant Games is celebrating the one-year anniversary of Hades 2's console release with a significant discount. Various sales are also available for PlayStation and Xbox users, including deals on popular titles like Marvel's Spider-Man 2 and Starfield.
Games Inbox: Is the next Super Mario game open world?
Readers discuss the potential for the next 3D Super Mario game to be open world, drawing parallels to Zelda and Bowser's Fury. Other topics include the 30th anniversary of Super Mario 64, the gameplay of Marvel's Wolverine, criticism of Xbox executives, the viability of a Ganondorf game, Sony's potential U-turn on game discs, the decline of Rare, the unchanging nature of EA Sports FC, and performance issues in Star Wars Zero Company.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Castlevania collections, Monster Hunter Rise, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales on a wide variety of games. Notable discounts include the lowest prices ever for Castlevania collections, Monster Hunter Rise, and numerous other titles across various genres.
Rainbow Six Tactics game director says Ubisoft moved away from the 'smoke and mirrors' experience and Mario +…
Rainbow Six Tactics game director Martial Potron stated that the development team drew inspiration from Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids series to understand tactical game design. Potron explained that the team shifted from the typical 'smoke and mirrors' approach of games like Ghost Recon to a more precise, chess-like philosophy for the turn-based tactics genre. Rainbow Six Tactics is slated for a 2027 release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S.
Ubisoft's Mario + Rabbids team reportedly came close to making an "ambitious" Zelda game starring Ganondorf, but it wasn't to be
Ubisoft Milan, the studio behind Mario + Rabbids, reportedly pitched an "ambitious" Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf to Nintendo. Despite initial interest, Nintendo eventually rejected the prototype in late 2023, leading to the project's cancellation and the departure of co-creator Davide Soliani. Conversations between the two companies have since reportedly broken down.
Ubisoft was reportedly working on a new Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf, only for Nintendo to shoot it down
Ubisoft Milan reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda game starring Ganondorf to Nintendo, which was codenamed Goliath. After initial approval, Nintendo rejected the prototype by the end of 2023, leading to the project's cancellation. This cancellation is speculated to be the reason why key developers left Ubisoft to form their own studio.
Ganondorf almost got his own Zelda spin-off by Ubisoft claims report
A report claims that Ubisoft Milan pitched a Legend of Zelda spin-off game codenamed 'Goliath' to Nintendo, which would have featured Ganondorf as the playable protagonist. The prototype was reportedly built in late 2023 but was rejected by Nintendo in November 2023. Discussions for other collaborations between Ubisoft and Nintendo have since broken down.
Ubisoft hosting new Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch sale, lowest prices ever for Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection, Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition, more
Ubisoft is hosting a sale on the Nintendo eShop, offering significant discounts on various titles including Assassin's Creed: The Ezio Collection and Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition. The sale also features deals on Assassin's Creed Shadows, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and multiple Mario + Rabbids games, with prices reaching new lows.
Nintendo Reportedly Canceled A Ubisoft-Developed Zelda Game Starring Ganondorf
Nintendo reportedly canceled a Legend of Zelda spin-off game developed by Ubisoft Milan that would have starred Ganondorf. The prototype was rejected in late 2023, leading to the departure of director Davide Soliani and other team members to form their own studio. Ubisoft attempted to pitch other IPs like Star Fox and Mario, but these were also unsuccessful.
Rumor: Mario + Rabbids dev pitched Zelda spin-off to Nintendo featuring Ganondorf
Ubisoft Milan, the developer behind Mario + Rabbids, reportedly pitched a Legend of Zelda spin-off starring Ganondorf to Nintendo in 2022. Despite developing a prototype, Nintendo rejected the project in late 2023, leading to the dissolution of the team and the departure of key personnel.
Games Inbox: Are you still an Xbox fan?
Readers express deep concern over recent layoffs at Xbox and the perceived decline of the brand's relevance and developer support. While some praise Capcom's successful year and positive employee treatment, others question Microsoft's strategy and the future of its studios.
2026 is the best year ever for video games and GTA 6 isn’t even out yet - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2026 will be the best year for video games, despite industry challenges, citing a packed release schedule including titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee Remastered. The author highlights numerous anticipated games across various genres and platforms, suggesting a peak in gaming quality.
Okay, I wasn't expecting 'Rainbow Six XCOM' to be one of my favourite Gamescom demos
Despite a history of not enjoying the Rainbow Six series, the author was pleasantly surprised by a hands-off demo of Rainbow Six Tactics at Gamescom. The game effectively blends XCOM-style turn-based tactics with elements from Rainbow Six Siege, such as drone reconnaissance and destructible environments, making it one of the most anticipated games of the show.
Star Wars Zero Company Review – Built on Hope
Star Wars Zero Company successfully captures the XCOM feel while evolving its tactical turn-based formula. Despite some graphical issues on PlayStation 5 and a slow-starting story, the game offers satisfying combat mechanics, engaging character progression through Bonds, and a solid Star Wars atmosphere.
Ubisoft is making the first singleplayer Rainbow Six in 19 years, and it's a tactics game in the style of XCOM
Ubisoft announced Rainbow Six Tactics, a single-player turn-based tactics game in the style of XCOM, set to release in 2027. The game features operators from Rainbow Six Siege and Rainbow Six Vegas, with a story focusing on the rebuilding of Rainbow after Year 10 events. It will not include live-service elements and will feature operator development and base building mechanics.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 14: Ready, Set, Play!
This weekend's console deals include sales on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch titles. Notable discounts feature Black Myth: Wukong on PlayStation and Xbox, alongside various Capcom and Annapurna Interactive titles on Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games like Big Walk and Dying Light 2: Stay Human.
Nintendo Switch eShop latest sales: lowest prices ever for Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, Winter Burrow, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is currently featuring significant sales, including the lowest prices ever for titles like Ball x Pit, There Is No Game: Wrong Dimension, and Winter Burrow. The sale includes a vast array of games from various publishers, with discounts on popular titles such as Hogwarts Legacy and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim.
Amazon Prime Day: Nintendo Switch 2 Games Are Up To 60% Off For A Limited Time
Amazon's Prime Day event features significant discounts on numerous Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 games, with prices reduced by up to 60%. The sale includes popular titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, as well as various third-party releases. Many of these deals are for digital versions or game key-cards, requiring internet access and storage space for installation.
PREVIEW Rayman Legends Retold
Ubisoft Montpellier and Ubisoft Milan are developing Rayman Legends Retold, a reimagining of the 2013 platformer Rayman Legends. Described as "more than a remake," this new version aims to recapture the critical and commercial success of the original.