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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Watch: Nintendo Direct showcases new 'Hyrule Warriors,' 'Octopath Traveler'
July 31 (UPI) -- Nintendo on Thursday livestreamed a new Direct presentation that featured upcoming Switch 2 games from third-party partners. The show kicked off with a cinematic trailer for Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, which is coming to Switch 2 in 2026. The game, which features a stylish, animated art style, is the first Stories entry in the Monster Hunter franchise since Wings of Ruin in 2021. The Plants vs. Zombies series will also return with Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted, which brings back the franchise's classic, tower defense gameplay. Replanted, which releases on the original Switch and Switch 2 on Oct. 23, also features new co-op and PvP modes. Nintendo also released a new trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, which is coming to Switch 2 this winter. The action game, which takes place before the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, has players taking on large waves of enemies. Nintendo said more info about the game will be announced soon. Developer and publisher Square Enix ended the show with two games: The first, titled The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, is an action role-playing game that features HD-2D graphics and co-op capability. Players take on the titular hero on a grand, fantasy-themed quest. The game is coming to the Switch 2 in 2026 with a demo available for download today. Square Enix also showcased another entry in their critically-acclaimed role-playing series Octopath Traveler, titled Octopath Traveler 0. The game, which also features HD-2D graphics, is coming to the original Switch and Switch 2 on Dec. 4. Square Enix said players will start from zero in the new game as they go on a quest for restoration and retribution. Players will also be rebuilding their hometown. Other games showcased and announced for Switch 2 include Once Upon a Katamari which arrives on Oct. 24, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero on Nov. 14, Pac Man World 2 on Sept. 26, Apex Legends on Aug. 5 and Star Wars Outlaws on Sept. 4.
WIRED
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- WIRED
A New 'Katamari' Game, 'Octopath Traveler 0', and More Are Coming to Switch 2
Jul 31, 2025 10:55 AM Nintendo announced the latest Switch 2 games Thursday, along with a new Monster Hunter expected next year. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment comes to Nintendo Switch 2 this winter Photograph: Nintendo A new game in the Katamari series, Once Upon a Katamari , is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 October 24. The game was announced today during a Nintendo Direct, along with release dates, reveals, and updates for several others. Today's Direct was focused on third-party developers, with many games releasing ahead of the holiday season, as Nintendo steadily builds its offerings on the new console. Much like previous games in the series, players in Once Upon a Katamari steadily roll up everything they can find, from chairs to people, to create an evergrowing ball of junk. This time around the King of All Cosmos has accidentally destroyed Earth, and players will travel through different historical eras to restore both the planet and the stars. The game includes online battles with up to four players, as well as character customization, and will also launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam. Also on the way: two games from Square Enix reminiscent of Super Nintendo-era RPGs, Octopath Traveler 0 and The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales . Octopath Traveler 0 , launching for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, is a prequel to the acclaimed series launching December 4. The game lets players to make their own customized protagonist and recruit more than 30 party members. The Adventures of Elliot is a new game from Square Enix, though it won't be available until next year. The game takes place in Philabieldia—no, not Philadephia—where Elliot and his fairy travel embark on a time-traveling journey. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection launches on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Photograph: Nintendo Nintendo will also bring several ports to the Switch 2, including Star Wars Outlaws (September 4), Final Fantasy Tactics—The Ivalice Chronicles (September 30), and Persona 3 Reload (October 23). Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment , which acts as a prequel story to The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, is expected to launch this winter. A new Monster Hunter game, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection , will also come to the Switch 2 next year. More games are expected to launch this fall for the console.
UPI
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Watch: Nintendo Direct showcases new 'Hyrule Warriors,' 'Octopath Traveler'
July 31 (UPI) -- Nintendo on Thursday livestreamed a new Direct presentation that featured upcoming Switch 2 games from third-party partners. The show kicked off with a cinematic trailer for Capcom's Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, which is coming to Switch 2 in 2026. The game, which features a stylish, animated art style, is the first Stories entry in the Monster Hunter franchise since Wings of Ruin in 2021. The Plants vs. Zombies series will also return with Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted, which brings back the franchise's classic, tower defense gameplay. Replanted, which releases on the original Switch and Switch 2 on Oct. 23, also features new co-op and PvP modes. Nintendo also released a new trailer for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, which is coming to Switch 2 this winter. The action game, which takes place before the events of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, has players taking on large waves of enemies. Nintendo said more info about the game will be announced soon. Developer and publisher Square Enix ended the show with two games: The first, titled The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, is an action role-playing game that features HD-2D graphics and co-op capability. Players take on the titular hero on a grand, fantasy-themed quest. The game is coming to the Switch 2 in 2026 with a demo available for download today. Square Enix also showcased another entry in their critically-acclaimed role-playing series Octopath Traveler, titled Octopath Traveler 0. The game, which also features HD-2D graphics, is coming to the original Switch and Switch 2 on Dec. 4. Square Enix said players will start from zero in the new game as they go on a quest for restoration and retribution. Players will also be rebuilding their hometown. Other games showcased and announced for Switch 2 include Once Upon a Katamari which arrives on Oct. 24, Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero on Nov. 14, Pac Man World 2 on Sept. 26, Apex Legends on Aug. 5 and Star Wars Outlaws on Sept. 4.
Tokyo Weekender
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tokyo Weekender
Curry and Quests: Monster Hunter Wilds Teams Up with CoCo Ichibanya
This summer, curry-loving gamers are in for a treat. Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds has joined forces with Japan's beloved curry chain, CoCo Ichibanya , for a nationwide campaign that brings the thrill of the hunt straight to your plate. Running until August 31, the 'CoCo Ichi Hunter' campaign invites diners across Japan to complete a series of three real-life 'quests,' unlocking exclusive prizes and limited-edition content along the way. The face of the limited-time campaign is 'NeCoichi,' a mischievous new curry-themed Palico character. List of Contents: A Three-Quest Feast for Fans Where to Play Related Posts Courtesy of Coco Ichibanya A Three-Quest Feast for Fans Just like in Monster Hunter , participants are encouraged to take on quests, but with a delicious twist. Quest 1: Eat Like a Hunter Dine in at a participating CoCo Ichibanya and spend ¥1,000 or more to receive an original Monster Hunter coaster. To claim your prize, show the dedicated reward screen on the campaign website or simply ask for a coaster. Designs are random, quantities are limited and certain locations may not offer the gift, so be sure to hunt wisely. Quest 2: Keep the Receipt Every receipt for a qualifying in-store or takeout purchase over ¥1,000 can be entered into a lottery for exclusive merchandise. While delivery and retail items are excluded, your everyday curry order might just turn into a rare find. Quest 3: Join the Hunt on X Follow CoCo Ichi's official X account and keep an eye out for the nine special campaign posts. If each reaches 10,000 reposts, everyone will unlock a set of Monster Hunter -themed SNS icons, headers and mobile wallpapers. And for those who help spread the word, there's a chance to win a ¥1,000 CoCo Ichi meal voucher. Where To Play The campaign is available at most CoCo Ichibanya locations nationwide, with a few exceptions including select stadium and event-based branches. A full list of participating stores is available on the official campaign site . Whether you're a seasoned hunter or just in it for the spice, CoCo Ichi Hunter offers a playful and flavorful way to celebrate two of Japan's favorite things: role-playing games and curry. Discover Tokyo, Every Week Get the city's best stories, under-the-radar spots and exclusive invites delivered straight to your inbox. By signing up, you agree to our Privacy Policy . Related Posts FamilyMart Eeevee Collaboration Snack Review: Does It Live Up to the Hype? 5 Unique, Out-of-This World Shops to Visit at Shinsaibashi Parco Why India is Not the Birthplace of Japanese Curry
The Mainichi
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Mainichi
'Monster Hunter' game characters promote armor exhibition at shrine in Nara
NARA -- In a rare collaboration, characters from the popular game series "Monster Hunter" are promoting an armor exhibition at Kasugataisha Shrine in this western Japan city. Capcom Co., a major video game company, has produced two collaboration images featuring its "Monster Hunter" in conjunction with the " Special Exhibition Supreme Treasures: Japanese Gorgeous Armors" exhibition, which opened July 5 at Kasugataisha Museum. These images are on display at the venue and original limited-edition merchandise is sold during the exhibition, which runs until Sept. 7. While there is no connection between "Monster Hunter" and Kasugataisha Shrine, the latter proposed the collaboration, believing that partnering with the internationally popular game would spark interest in Japanese armor among both Japanese and foreign visitors, and this unexpected joint work came to fruition. One of the images features a cloister lined with hanging lanterns, where catlike beast characters known as Felynes are taking a commemorative photo. Behind a Felyne holding a deer-themed fortune slip is a Kelbi, a deerlike creature, and further back is a deer, regarded as a divine messenger. The other image depicts the monster Zinogre appearing in front of the second torii gate, where hunters are battling it. One of the hunters is seen protecting a deer. (Japanese original by Yasuhiro Okawa, Nara Bureau)
