Australian Nintendo Switch Releases (April 16, 2018)

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Hey Switchaboos! A bit of a slow week on the Switch eShop, but we still have a few gems in Manticore – Galaxy on Fire and The Way Remastered. But which one will be our Pick of the Week? Let’s find out…

 

Note: All prices are in AUD and all release dates are for the Australian eShop. Also, releases can still be subjected to change after the release of this update.

 

It’s Spring Again

Release Date 17/04/18

Price $3.00

Developed By Sometimes You

Published By Sometimes You

Genre Education / Puzzle / Other

Required Space 211 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / iOS / Android / PS4 / PS Vita

It’s Spring Again is an education puzzle game targeted towards children two and up. Follow the hints and use logical thinking to help change the seasons. Based on a successful puppet show, the game is enriched by allowing children to directly interact with the story.

 

Wild Guns Reloaded

Release Date 17/04/18

Price $45.00

Developed By Natsume

Published By Natsume Inc.

Genre Arcade / Shooter / Action / Other

Required Space 358 MB

Players 1 – 4

Also Released On PC / PS4

Wild Guns originally released on the SNES in 1994 and is now being revamped with two new characters, online rankings, new bosses, new stages, and new modes. This fast paced action shooters combines the Wild West with steampunk aesthetics to bring a wholly unique entry onto the Nintendo Switch.

 

Party Trivia

Unfortunately, we couldn’t find an official trailer for Party Trivia. We apologise for the inconvenience.

Release Date 17/04/18

Price $12.00

Published By Sabec

Genre Arcade / Puzzle

Required Space 63.0 MB

Players 1 – 2

Outsmart your family and friends and be the fastest to answer questions to earn points and win the game.With over 7,000 multiple choice trivia questions, no game will be the same.

 

BAFL – Brakes Are For Losers

Release Date 19/04/18

Price $7.50

Developed By Playdius Games

Published By Plug In Digital

Genre Arcade / Racing / Party

Required Space 512 MB

Players 1 – 8

Also Released On PC / Linux / Mac

Featuring up to eight player local multiplayer, BAFL – Brakes Are For Losers puts all your friends onto one couch and race each other in hardcore brakeless driving. Inspired by similar games in the 80s and 90s, this game features of control retro racing mayhem.

 

Neo ATLAS 1469

Release Date 19/04/18

Price $63.99

Developed By ARTDINK

Published By STUDIO ARTDINK

Genre Simulation / Other

Required Space 1.1 GB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / PS Vita

At the height of the Age of Discovery, travel across the world and reveal the true shape of the world map. Listen to reports to the reports of Admirals as they return from their exploration voyages. Shape the world the way that you document and encounter interesting characters and plotlines in Neo ATLAS 1469.

 

ACA NeoGeo Real Bout Fatal Fury Special

Release Date 19/04/18

Price $10.50

Developed By SNK

Published By Hamster

Genre Fighting / Arcade

Required Space 113 MB

Players 1 – 2

Also Released On Neo Geo / Arcade / PS1 / PS2 / PS4 / Neo Geo CD / Sega Saturn

This classic fighting game introduces a new 2-line battle system, a refinement of the Power Gauge system along with new rules and battle tactics. The game features a total of 19 fighters, each with their own unique fighting style.

 

Manticore – Galaxy on Fire

Release Date 19/04/18

Price $30.00

Developed By Deep Silver

Published By Koch Media

Genre Action / Shooter / Other

Required Space 2.9 GB

Players 1

Also Released On iOS / Android

This acclaimed mobile title saw a slight delay on the Switch, but it is finally coming out this week! Battle your way through gunfire and smoke and take down the galaxy’s most wanted criminals in action-packed dogfights. With over eight hours of gameplay in 60fps and featuring HD Rumble support, this sci-fi action shooter will immerse you in it’s jaw-dropping galaxy.

 

Ninja Striker!

Release Date 19/04/18

Price $7.15

Developed By Skipmore

Published By Flyhigh Works

Genre Action / Arcade

Required Space 319 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC

This compact action/platformer takes its inspiration from the 8-bit era and revamps them with modern visuals and audio. With emphasis on Japanese culture, Ninja Striker! features double jumps, homing attacks and a special ‘Shinobi Action’. Choose between four characters: Ninja, Kunoichi, Chain Sickle and Robot Ninja and fight your way through as quickly as possible.

 

The Way Remastered

Release Date 20/04/18

Price $23.99 (Pre-order for 20% off: $18.99)

Developed By Sonka

Published By Sonka

Genre Platformer / Puzzle / Adventure / Action

Required Space 736 MB

Players 1

Also Released On PC / iOS / Android / PS4 / PS Vita

This remastered version of an award-winning puzzle platformer tells a story about a member of a space explorers team who has lost his beloved and cannot accept her death. Immerse yourself in a detailed world and gain new abilities with brand new game and level design based on players’ feedback.

 

Switchaboo Pick of the Week

Whilst definitely being a much slower week, we still have to have a Pick of the Week as is tradition. And that pick is…

 

Drum roll, please…

 

Manticore – Galaxy on Fire!

Manticore

Credit Deep Silver

Manticore – Galaxy on Fire saw a few delays, but we have to remember that the delays ensure that the first Manticore instalment has a stable launch on the Switch.

Manticore – Galaxy on Fire gives off somewhat of a Star Fox feel with much more mature art and themes. If this game does well on the eShop, we may see the two other Manticore games make their way onto the Nintendo Switch.

 

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