In the realm of entertainment where dreams are forged and imagination takes flight, there stands a titan of innovation and wonder different from its peers. Nintendo a name that echoes through the ages, resounding with the power of the greatest Ips in the gaming industry. You all know them, Mario, Donkey Kong, Pokemon, and the list goes on. These franchises have stood tall, and if you’re a big fan of Nintendo like I am, then there is a lot to look forward to. From the June, 2023, Nintendo Direct, some switch owners didn’t have high expectations because of the enormous success brought by the legend of Zelda, tears of the kingdom.
But with all the new games being released, fans have not been disappointed. Anyway, let’s go over the most exciting reveals from the June, 2023 Nintendo Direct. Based on what we know so far, shall we?
Super Mario RPG Remake
The most popular reveal is arguably Super Mario RPG remake, released on the SNES, Super Mario RPG, Legend of the Seven Stars. A collaboration between Squares Soft and Nintendo, was a huge success. It combined RPG and platforming elements, allowing players to control Mario and his party and battles against enemies. The game introduced memorable characters and new locations, becoming a beloved classic. Now, a highly anticipated remake of Super Mario RPG is coming this November. It’ll feature updated graphics in the 3D rendering while maintaining the original art style. The battle system will be revamped for more strategic depth and new content such as characters, quests, and areas will be added. Overall, though, it feels like an extremely fateful adaptation to the original, which laid the foundation for paper Mario and all the Mario and Luigi spinoff games.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Set for release this October. Super Mario Bros Wonder will be the first 2D Mario Platformer in over a decade. The game features a visually vibrant art style, inventive level design, new power ops, and a diverse roster of playable characters. At any rate, this won’t be your typical conventional 2D Mario Platformer. The gameplay showcases creative and unpredictable elements, including collectible wonder flowers that unlock unique abilities and transformations. One standout PowerUp, or should we say the elephant in the room is Elephant Mario, which transforms the character into a literal elephant. Additionally, Super Mario Bros Wonder offers four player multiplayer support, allowing various character combinations in the game’s worlds. Details regarding local and online co-op support are yet to be confirmed. Personally, I love how they’re returning to their roots and improving their already established formula with new twists.
Detective Pikachu Returns
Released on the 3DS in 2016. The first Detective Pikachu game was a resounding success. Pikachu’s transformation into hard-boiled detective may seem peculiar at first, but the character’s immense popularity prompted Nintendo to go even further and create an entire movie dedicated to the spinoff. In Detective Pikachu Returns, Pikachu and his partner, Tim Goodman, pick up where they left off and solve mysteries in Ryme City, and that’s basically the gist of its gameplay. As of now, we have limited information regarding the storyline and in-game features, but it’s likely very similar to the 3DS game.
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Dragon Quest Monsters, The Dark Prince
You may not be aware, but Dragon Quest is huge in Japan, and the Dragon Quest Monster series is a longstanding series of spinoff games where the player collects various creatures from the mainline games. It’s the dragon quest’s answer to Pokemon, if you will. Dragon Quest Monsters, the Dark Prince. Is the newest installation coming out this December on the Nintendo Switch. The story revolves around a boy named Psaro, who is cursed and unable to harm any monsters. Thankfully, however, he can recruit and train them. Players control Psaro as he embarks on a journey of revenge and avoids becoming a monster himself.
The game features a wide range of creatures, each with unique abilities, requiring strategic thinking in their deployment. Exploration takes players to various unique locations such as towers of sugary treats, lava streams and enigmatic ruins. Psaro forms friendships with other characters such as Rose an Elf, and together they aim to build a formidable monster army to defeat the person who cursed him, whoever that may be. Psaro’s journey involves interacting with the environment, utilizing the creatures he encounters, and employing the skill of synthesis,to combine monsters and create unique superior ones. Just like in Pokemon, every monster possesses distinct abilities. Adding to the excitement of finding and strategically forming. The most optimal team. In battle commands can be issued or players can allow their monsters to act independently. Suffice to say, if you’re a fan of creature collecting, then you’ll most likely enjoy the game.
Pickmin 4
It’s been a long wait, but Pickmin 4 is finally almost here. Not a lot is known about this newest installation so far, but some background is necessary for the initiated. Basically, in the world of Pickman, humanity has become extinct and you assume the role of a miniature space explorer. Your goal is to survive in the wilderness by guiding and organizing the titular Pickmin creatures. These adorable beings, with vibrant primary colors and small sprouting seedlings on their heads can be directed to counter dangers and overcome obstacles. By doing so, you gain the ability to explore uncharted territories and cultivate new generations of Pickmin.
Pickmin 4 doesn’t seem to deviate much from the series formula, but there are a couple of interesting changes. Namely, you get to create your own character for this latest adventure, and the new type of Pickmin has been confirmed. The ice Pickmin, these unique pickmin possess the ability to freeze enemies and bodies of water, opening up previously inaccessible areas for exploration. Additionally, a loyal K9 companion named Oatchi will accompany you on your adventure. Players can ride on Oatchi’s back, allowing for faster movement and providing additional gameplay advantages.
Untitled Princess Peach Game
Princess Peach is set to take center stage as the main character in an upcoming game, exclusive to the switch, slated for release next year. Although Nintendo has not yet unveiled the title or provided specific gameplay details, they did treat us to a glimpse of the game in action. The game appears to be set in a whimsical world composed of literal stages, complete with rising curtains and elaborate wooden props as backgrounds. Peach uses magical abilities that enable her to interact with NPCs or enemies in some way. It’s impossible to tell based on the 25 second clip. She can also manipulate certain elements of the background, like adding cherry blossoms to an otherwise leafless and barren tree.
One interesting aspect revealed during the direct, was Peach’s new transformation. When Prince’s peach steps onto a special pedestal, her attire undergoes a striking change. Her traditional pink dress is replaced with a vibrant, luminous blue dress suggesting a power up of some kind. Unfortunately, further details have not been revealed yet. Despite all this, fans are eagerly awaiting Peaches triumphant return as a main character. After all, the last game that did this was Super Princess Peach for the DS, which was released all the way back in 2005.
Luigi’s Mansion Dark Moon Remaster
Originally released on the 3DS. Dark Moon was a huge success and earned rave reviews among fans and critics alike. Like the original Luigi’s Mansion, Luigi is tasked with removing ghosts from a spooky mansion using his trusty poltergeist, ghost sucking vacuum cleaner. It wasn’t very long, demanding an average of about 15 hours to clear the main story, but it sure did showcase Nintendo’s creative genius. It’s worth noting that this is a remaster, not a remake like Super Mario RPG. It’s still unclear whether they will add new gameplay elements or not. If you want to give spooky puzzle games a try, then why not play Luigi’s Mansion Dark Moon, now in updated Switch graphics. For what it’s worth,
Wario Ware, Move it
The Wario Ware series of games tasks you with completing a fun and expansive set of mini games, or as Wario Ware likes to call them micro Games. The main character is the greatest Nintendo anti-hero of all time, Wario himself.
Now a multi Wario millionaire thanks to his Wario Ware Inc. Company and hiring numerous friends of his to help develop micro games. The Wario Ware games typically utilize the various quirks of the console. The most recent release on the Nintendo Switch, Wario Ware, Get It Together, was meant with generally good reviews, Wario Ware, Move It, is set to improve on this formula with all new micro games this November. This would be the perfect party game to play with friends in the coming holidays.
So let’s Fund Wario and his mega war really incorporation who’s with me. With all that being said, these are the biggest reveals from the June, 2023. Nintendo Direct. What do you guys think?
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