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This week, we have news about Yooka-Re-Playlee coming to Consoles, Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Complete and Garden of the Sea released on Switch. An update for Go-Go Town! with a cross-over with Dinkum, pixilated farm sim Doloc Town announced. The release date for Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana, Nintendo Music is here and TAITO Milestones 3 is coming. DLC for Tavern Talk, Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is coming to Switch, early access for Skygard Arena and Physical Pre-Orders Start for Atelier Yumia.
Yooka-Re-Playlee Coming to Consoles
Playtonic has announced that Yooka-Re-Playlee is coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo platforms! This enhanced edition of the beloved game brings updated visuals, refined gameplay, fresh challenges, and new characters. Players can expect an expanded move set, smoother controls, and an elegantly arranged orchestral soundtrack. There is no release date yet.
Animal Crossing Pocket Camp Complete
Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is officially closing its online service on November 29th, but Nintendo has shared some good news for fans. An offline version called Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete is set to launch on December 3rd, priced at $20, with an early discount bringing it down to $10 for the first few months.
This offline version allows players to continue enjoying the game’s content, and current players can even transfer their save data to pick up where they left off. Whether you’re a longtime camper or new to Pocket Camp, this offline edition offers a way to keep the cosy world of Animal Crossing close by.
Garden of the Sea Released on Switch
Garden of the Sea has officially launched on the Nintendo Switch, expanding its reach beyond its original VR release on October 3rd for PC via Steam. Developed by Neat Corp and Creature, this cosy farming and life simulation game invites you to dive into a peaceful, whimsical world of crafting, exploration, and farming at your own pace.
In Garden of the Sea, you’ll find lots of activities that’ll give you both relaxation and adventure. You can create plant beds, craft decor, and raise flowers and vegetables. The game’s features also include caring for local creatures, building and decorating your house, cooking, fishing, and even exploring by boat. With quests and adventures to unlock, there’s plenty to discover in this enchanting world.
For those of you who suffer from gaming sickness, this is a first-person game. Lynne gave us her insights into Garden of the Sea when she reviewed it.
Update: Go-Go Town! x Dinkum
Go-Go Town! has just launched its second major update, bringing an exciting crossover with Dinkum! This collaboration between two Australian indie studios adds plenty of Dinkum-inspired goodies and features to Go-Go Town! We haven’t reviewed Dinkum on the site, but it does look interesting. We did review Go-Go Town! though! Here’s the news snippet!
In this update, you can create new trader areas, where characters like Ted Sully and others from Dinkum will visit to offer their unique wares. Fresh items include Bird of Paradise flowers, Jackaroo statues, and recipes for shops, plus seeds for the Yellow Wattle Bush, which can be turned into Wattle Brew and Tea. And if you’ve ever dreamed of riding a cute wombat around town, you’re in luck—now you can!
You’ll also meet familiar faces like John, Fletch, and Irwin, who bring their own rewards to the town. Ted’s sharing Australian recipes for dishes like scones, pavlova, and spag bol, which you can sell at the newly added bakery or grab on-the-go from the candy floss cart.
For those yet to pick up either game, there’s a bundle deal offering both titles at a 5% discount. And in Dinkum, you’ll find some Go-Go Town! flair, including a unicorn tricycle and themed decorations to liven up your island.
Pixilated Farm Sim Doloc Town Announced
Doloc Town, developed by Logoi Games and RedSaw Games, invites you to step into a cosy, pixel-art farming adventure set in a vibrant post-apocalyptic world. Now available as a free demo on Steam, Doloc Town combines farming simulation with exploration and discovery, creating a charming blend of genres.
In Doloc Town, you start with a barren farm, managing crops, building up automated production, and strategizing against environmental challenges like acid rain. As you cultivate your land, you can also unlock skill trees to enhance your farming abilities. Beyond the farm, you can explore the game’s semi-open world, encountering warm-hearted NPCs, collecting relics, and uncovering ancient technology across biomes ranging from lush forests to eerie ruins. Combat also plays a role, with customizable drone companions that support you in defending your homestead against hostile creatures.
Release Date Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana
Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana, a remastered classic from renowned RPG developer Nihon Falcom, is set to launch on January 7th, 2025, across Europe and Australia for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4. This release will be available digitally on all platforms, with physical copies for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 available through select retailers.
The game is already up for digital pre-order on the Nintendo eShop for €29.99, with pre-orders for PlayStation platforms expected to open at launch. Fans of the Ys series can look forward to English and Japanese voice-over options, adding depth to the adventure. In Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana, you’ll join Adol and his companion Dogi as they return to Dogi’s troubled homeland. Together, they’ll face fearsome monsters, an awakening volcano, and a corrupt overlord, uncovering secrets that bind the land to ancient legacies.
Nintendo Music is here!
Nintendo just released a Music app on mobile! If, like me, you like listening to game music while you’re out and not able to play, this is a great one to have. In-game music of all favourites is there, like the BOTW music and music from other Zelda games, Animal Crossing New Horizons, Mario, Pikmin and more. You can make playlists and listen to selections Nintendo already made. And if you want to listen to music while you are not connected to the internet, you can also download tracks!
You must have a Nintendo online subscription and sign in with your Nintendo ID. Brilliant idea from Nintendo to release a dedicated app for their soundtracks!
TAITO Milestones 3 Coming
TAITO Milestones 3rd, the third instalment in the classic TAITO arcade collection, is officially set to launch on December 10th, 2024, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. This new collection brings ten beloved arcade titles from the late ’80s and early ’90s, developed by TAITO in collaboration with HAMSTER Corporation, perfect for fans of the golden era of gaming.
You can choose between digital or physical editions, with digital pre-orders opening today on the Nintendo eShop and offering a 10% discount until launch day. Physical pre-orders are already live as well. TAITO Milestones 3 promises nostalgic fun for retro gaming fans, featuring iconic games like Bubble Bobble, the Rastan series (Rastan Saga, Rastan Saga II, and Warrior Blade), and the console debut of Dead Connection.
DLC for Tavern Talk
Gentle Troll is expanding the story of Tavern Talk with its first DLC, Tempest Tantrum! This new chapter picks up a year and a half after the main game, letting you dive back into the post-adventure world of this D&D-inspired visual novel. The DLC will introduce a new character, fresh drinks, and over three hours of additional content to explore. Tavern Talk: Tempest Tantrum is set to launch on Steam on November 12th, 2024, with a Nintendo Switch release to follow sometime later.
Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged for Switch
Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch on November 7th, Revolution Software has confirmed. This updated version of the classic adventure game lets Switch players join the journey of George and Nico through iconic locations, from Paris to Syria and beyond. When Kalina reviewed it on Steam, she loved it!
With enhanced visuals and gameplay updates, Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged revives the beloved 1996 classic, inviting new and longtime fans alike to experience its mystery-filled story on the go with the Switch this fall.
Skygard Arena Early Access
Independent developer Gemelli Games has announced that Skygard Arena, its fantasy tactical RPG, will enter Steam Early Access on November 18th. To celebrate, the team has released a new trailer that offers a vibrant look at the realm of Skygard—a world reshaped by an ancient cataclysm.
In Skygard Arena, you’ll command Champions from five unique factions competing in the Tournament of the Ancients, where disputes are settled through intense tactical battles. The trailer highlights the game’s fast-paced combat, allowing Champions to dash, teleport, and perform combo moves in a single turn. James checked out the demo and was intrigued, as you can read about here.
Physical Pre-Orders Start for Atelier Yumia
KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Gust have announced that Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is now available for physical pre-orders. This latest addition to the Atelier series will launch on March 21, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Windows PC (Steam), and—excitingly for Atelier fans—for the first time on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
Alongside the standard edition, two special physical editions are available for pre-order exclusively on the KOEI TECMO Europe Online Store. Check the store to see what the premium box and special collection box entail.
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