Monthly Archives: October 2020

Temtem on PS5: Early Access Launches in December

Temtem, the MMO focused on creature-collection that has been on early access on PC since earlier this year, will make its console debut exclusively on PS5 in just a few short weeks. Humble Games and developer Crema have announced that Temtem will come to PS5 in early access on Dec. 8, ahead of any other planned consoles. Preorders are currently available at a discount, which will also allow players to earn an exclusive in-game title and PSN avatars. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=temtem-ps5-screenshots-and-preorder-info&captions=true"] Sony previously highlighted Temtem as part of August's State of Play presentation, and now interested players will only have to wait a few weeks to play on PS5. IGN reviewed Temtem on PC, and at the time we said "What Temtem’s early access version lacks in originality it makes up for by improving upon the creature collection genre with a compelling MMO ecosystem, strategic combat mechanics, and excellent world-building across roughly 30 hours of content." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/18/temtem-early-access-review"] For more on the PS5, check out the PS5 launch game lineup, and watch our PS5 unboxing, or check out the gallery below for an up-close look and comparison of the PS5 to various other platforms. And be sure to watch our weekly PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond! for the latest on PS5 and PS4. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=ps5-console-first-look-size-comparison&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Disclosure: Humble Bundle is owned by Ziff Davis, the parent company of IGN. Humble Bundle and IGN operate completely independently, and no special consideration is given to Humble Bundle announcements or promotions for coverage. Jonathon Dornbush is IGN's Senior News Editor, host of Podcast Beyond!, and PlayStation lead. Talk to him on Twitter @jmdornbush.

Temtem on PS5: Early Access Launches in December

Temtem, the MMO focused on creature-collection that has been on early access on PC since earlier this year, will make its console debut exclusively on PS5 in just a few short weeks. Humble Games and developer Crema have announced that Temtem will come to PS5 in early access on Dec. 8, ahead of any other planned consoles. Preorders are currently available at a discount, which will also allow players to earn an exclusive in-game title and PSN avatars. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=temtem-ps5-screenshots-and-preorder-info&captions=true"] Sony previously highlighted Temtem as part of August's State of Play presentation, and now interested players will only have to wait a few weeks to play on PS5. IGN reviewed Temtem on PC, and at the time we said "What Temtem’s early access version lacks in originality it makes up for by improving upon the creature collection genre with a compelling MMO ecosystem, strategic combat mechanics, and excellent world-building across roughly 30 hours of content." [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/18/temtem-early-access-review"] For more on the PS5, check out the PS5 launch game lineup, and watch our PS5 unboxing, or check out the gallery below for an up-close look and comparison of the PS5 to various other platforms. And be sure to watch our weekly PlayStation show, Podcast Beyond! for the latest on PS5 and PS4. [widget path="global/article/imagegallery" parameters="albumSlug=ps5-console-first-look-size-comparison&captions=true"] [poilib element="accentDivider"] Disclosure: Humble Bundle is owned by Ziff Davis, the parent company of IGN. Humble Bundle and IGN operate completely independently, and no special consideration is given to Humble Bundle announcements or promotions for coverage. Jonathon Dornbush is IGN's Senior News Editor, host of Podcast Beyond!, and PlayStation lead. Talk to him on Twitter @jmdornbush.

Hitman 3 Coming to Switch as a Cloud Game

Hitman 3 will be released on Nintendo Switch as a cloud-based version of the game. Announced in today's Nintendo Direct Mini, no release date was given for the game, but it confirmed that you'll need a persistent internet connection to play it on Nintendo's hybrid handheld. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] Hitman 3 is due for release on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Stadia and PC on January 20 - the lack of date might imply that this version will arrive later, although that's not confirmed. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Hitman 3 Coming to Switch as a Cloud Game

Hitman 3 will be released on Nintendo Switch as a cloud-based version of the game. Announced in today's Nintendo Direct Mini, no release date was given for the game, but it confirmed that you'll need a persistent internet connection to play it on Nintendo's hybrid handheld. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] Hitman 3 is due for release on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Stadia and PC on January 20 - the lack of date might imply that this version will arrive later, although that's not confirmed. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Everything Announced in October 28’s Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase

Nintendo has presented a brand new Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase that featured such games and announcements as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's demo, Bravely Default 2's delay, Control's Cloud Version on Switch, and much more. You can find a breakdown of each announcement below!

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's Demo Is Available Now

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hyrule-warriors-age-of-calamity-official-demo-trailer"] While we still have to wait a little bit for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, a free demo is now available in the Nintendo eShop. The demo will let let players experience both the action and the story of this upcoming prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Furthermore, this Direct revealed that the Divine Beasts will also be playable

Bravely Default 2 Delayed to 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/bravely-default-ii-introducing-the-asterisk-holders-trailer"] Originally scheduled for release in 2020, Bravely Default 2 for the Nintendo Switch has been delayed to February 26, 2021.

Control: Ultimate Edition - Cloud Version Announced for Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/control-ultimate-edition-cloud-version-trailer"] Remedy's Control: Ultimate Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch in a new cloud version of the game, which will need an constant internet connection to play.

Hitman 3 - Cloud Version Coming to Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] It was also revealed that a Cloud version of Hitman 3 will also be released on Nintendo Switch. Hitman 3 is scheduled to be released on other platforms on January 20, 2021, but this trailer only said "coming to Nintendo Switch."

No More Heroes 3 Footage Shown, No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle Are Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/no-more-heroes-iii-nmh-1-nmh-2-nintendo-direct-mini-partner-showcase-trailer"] No More Heroes 3 was featured in this Nintendo Direct Mini, but it won't be released until 2021. However, it was also announced t hat both No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, which were both originally released on Nintendo Wii, are available now on Switch.

Immortals Fenyx Rising Gets a New Trailer Ahead of Its December 2020 Release Date

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/22/immortals-fenyx-rising-story-trailer"] Ubisoft's Immortals Fenyx Rising got a new-look trailer in this Nintendo Direct Mini, and it showcased the open-world game that will have you facing off against Greek gods as a new winged demigod named Fenyx. It will be released on Nintendo Switch and other platforms on December 3, 2020.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Will Arrive on Switch in 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/story-of-seasons-pioneers-of-olive-town-announcement-trailer"] The newest entry in the Story of Seasons franchise - Pioneers of Olive Town - will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 23, 2021 and will let players cultivate a farm, chop down tree, discover flora and fauna, raise animals, and much more.

Part Time UFO, From the Developers of the Kirby Series, Is Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/part-time-ufo-launch-trailer"] Part Time UFO, which is developed by the Kirby series' HAL Laboratory, is a colorful game in which players become an adorable and helpful UFO. You must perform part-time jobs and all the challenges can be done with a another! Part Time UFO is available now.

Tropico 6 - Nintendo Switch Edition Announced for November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/03/29/tropico-6-review"] Tropico 6 will make its way to Switch on November 6, and will put the players in the shoes, once again, of El Presidente as he has to build and rule an island, take care of subjects' needs, and send agents to steal world monuments.

Surviving the Aftermath Brings a Post-Apocalyptic Future to Switch in Spring 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/05/18/surviving-the-aftermath-new-gameplay-trailer"] Surviving the Aftermath tasks players to survive and thrive in a post-apocalyptic future. Build a colony, protect your people, and restore civilication when Surviving the After math launches on Switch in Spring 2021.

Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Launches in November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/07/13/bakugan-champions-of-vestroia-official-announcement-trailer"] Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia got another trailer and its release date of November 3, 2020, was confirmed.

Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition, the Deck-Building Roguelite Game, Arrives on Switch in Summer 2021

jjj Every decision matters in Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition as you make your way through this deck-building roguelite game. Each playthrough is different with different jobs to take on, friends or enemies to make, and cards to collect. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Everything Announced in October 28’s Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase

Nintendo has presented a brand new Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase that featured such games and announcements as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's demo, Bravely Default 2's delay, Control's Cloud Version on Switch, and much more. You can find a breakdown of each announcement below!

Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity's Demo Is Available Now

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/hyrule-warriors-age-of-calamity-official-demo-trailer"] While we still have to wait a little bit for Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, a free demo is now available in the Nintendo eShop. The demo will let let players experience both the action and the story of this upcoming prequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Furthermore, this Direct revealed that the Divine Beasts will also be playable

Bravely Default 2 Delayed to 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/bravely-default-ii-introducing-the-asterisk-holders-trailer"] Originally scheduled for release in 2020, Bravely Default 2 for the Nintendo Switch has been delayed to February 26, 2021.

Control: Ultimate Edition - Cloud Version Announced for Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/control-ultimate-edition-cloud-version-trailer"] Remedy's Control: Ultimate Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch in a new cloud version of the game, which will need an constant internet connection to play.

Hitman 3 - Cloud Version Coming to Nintendo Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/hitman-3-nintendo-switch-announcement"] It was also revealed that a Cloud version of Hitman 3 will also be released on Nintendo Switch. Hitman 3 is scheduled to be released on other platforms on January 20, 2021, but this trailer only said "coming to Nintendo Switch."

No More Heroes 3 Footage Shown, No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle Are Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/no-more-heroes-iii-nmh-1-nmh-2-nintendo-direct-mini-partner-showcase-trailer"] No More Heroes 3 was featured in this Nintendo Direct Mini, but it won't be released until 2021. However, it was also announced t hat both No More Heroes and No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, which were both originally released on Nintendo Wii, are available now on Switch.

Immortals Fenyx Rising Gets a New Trailer Ahead of Its December 2020 Release Date

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/22/immortals-fenyx-rising-story-trailer"] Ubisoft's Immortals Fenyx Rising got a new-look trailer in this Nintendo Direct Mini, and it showcased the open-world game that will have you facing off against Greek gods as a new winged demigod named Fenyx. It will be released on Nintendo Switch and other platforms on December 3, 2020.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Will Arrive on Switch in 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/story-of-seasons-pioneers-of-olive-town-announcement-trailer"] The newest entry in the Story of Seasons franchise - Pioneers of Olive Town - will be released on Nintendo Switch on March 23, 2021 and will let players cultivate a farm, chop down tree, discover flora and fauna, raise animals, and much more.

Part Time UFO, From the Developers of the Kirby Series, Is Now Available on Switch

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/part-time-ufo-launch-trailer"] Part Time UFO, which is developed by the Kirby series' HAL Laboratory, is a colorful game in which players become an adorable and helpful UFO. You must perform part-time jobs and all the challenges can be done with a another! Part Time UFO is available now.

Tropico 6 - Nintendo Switch Edition Announced for November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2019/03/29/tropico-6-review"] Tropico 6 will make its way to Switch on November 6, and will put the players in the shoes, once again, of El Presidente as he has to build and rule an island, take care of subjects' needs, and send agents to steal world monuments.

Surviving the Aftermath Brings a Post-Apocalyptic Future to Switch in Spring 2021

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/05/18/surviving-the-aftermath-new-gameplay-trailer"] Surviving the Aftermath tasks players to survive and thrive in a post-apocalyptic future. Build a colony, protect your people, and restore civilication when Surviving the After math launches on Switch in Spring 2021.

Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia Launches in November 2020

[ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/07/13/bakugan-champions-of-vestroia-official-announcement-trailer"] Bakugan: Champions of Vestroia got another trailer and its release date of November 3, 2020, was confirmed.

Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition, the Deck-Building Roguelite Game, Arrives on Switch in Summer 2021

jjj Every decision matters in Griftlands: Nintendo Switch Edition as you make your way through this deck-building roguelite game. Each playthrough is different with different jobs to take on, friends or enemies to make, and cards to collect. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com. Adam Bankhurst is a news writer for IGN. You can follow him on Twitter @AdamBankhurst and on Twitch.

Bravely Default 2: February Release Date Announced

Bravely Default 2 will be released on February 26, 2021. Announced in today's Nintendo Mini Direct Partner Showcase, the JRPG sequel got a set of explanatory trailers, showing off character classes, story and more. Square Enix also announced that it's taken onboard feedback from the game's demo earlier this year, following 20,000 survey responses. The headline changes are based around the game's difficulty options, and its controls. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/26/the-first-12-minutes-of-bravely-default-2-gameplay-demo-version"] We enjoyed that demo, calling it "a good ol' fashioned turn-based RPG with some novel systems", although also mentioned that the difficulty level would take getting used to. Pre-orders for the game have opened today. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Bravely Default 2: February Release Date Announced

Bravely Default 2 will be released on February 26, 2021. Announced in today's Nintendo Mini Direct Partner Showcase, the JRPG sequel got a set of explanatory trailers, showing off character classes, story and more. Square Enix also announced that it's taken onboard feedback from the game's demo earlier this year, following 20,000 survey responses. The headline changes are based around the game's difficulty options, and its controls. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/03/26/the-first-12-minutes-of-bravely-default-2-gameplay-demo-version"] We enjoyed that demo, calling it "a good ol' fashioned turn-based RPG with some novel systems", although also mentioned that the difficulty level would take getting used to. Pre-orders for the game have opened today. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Control Gets Surprise Release on Switch

Control: Ultimate Edition is out on Nintendo Switch today as a cloud version of the game. IGN's Game of the Year for 2019 got a quick gameplay trailer in today's Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase. It looks better than you'd expect from Switch hardware, but that's because it will require a persistent internet connection to run. The eShop listing for the game leads you to a free launcher program, which offers the ability to try a 10-minute demo version of the game, which is available either with "enhanced performance" or "enhanced graphics". You have to play 5 minutes of that demo in order buy an access pass for the full game. The access pass costs $39.99 / £34.99 and lets players play the original game and the two expansion packs. There are two graphics settings, an enhanced performance mode that turns off ray tracing but boosts framerate to 60fps and an enhanced graphics mode with ray tracing at 30fps. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/control-ultimate-edition-cloud-version-trailer"] We've seen cloud games of performance-intensive games on Switch before, most notably with Japanese releases for Resident Evil 7 and Assassin's Creed Odyssey. It seems it's a trend that may be coming west, as Hitman 3 also got a cloud version announcement today. Check here for more on Nintendo's Cloud Gaming service as well as a list of Nintendo Switch Cloud Version games. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.

Control Gets Surprise Release on Switch

Control: Ultimate Edition is out on Nintendo Switch today as a cloud version of the game. IGN's Game of the Year for 2019 got a quick gameplay trailer in today's Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase. It looks better than you'd expect from Switch hardware, but that's because it will require a persistent internet connection to run. The eShop listing for the game leads you to a free launcher program, which offers the ability to try a 10-minute demo version of the game, which is available either with "enhanced performance" or "enhanced graphics". You have to play 5 minutes of that demo in order buy an access pass for the full game. The access pass costs $39.99 / £34.99 and lets players play the original game and the two expansion packs. There are two graphics settings, an enhanced performance mode that turns off ray tracing but boosts framerate to 60fps and an enhanced graphics mode with ray tracing at 30fps. [ignvideo url="https://www.ign.com/videos/2020/10/28/control-ultimate-edition-cloud-version-trailer"] We've seen cloud games of performance-intensive games on Switch before, most notably with Japanese releases for Resident Evil 7 and Assassin's Creed Odyssey. It seems it's a trend that may be coming west, as Hitman 3 also got a cloud version announcement today. Check here for more on Nintendo's Cloud Gaming service as well as a list of Nintendo Switch Cloud Version games. This was far from the only announcement in today's not-so-Mini Direct, and we've got everything announced in one handy place. [poilib element="accentDivider"] Joe Skrebels is IGN's Executive Editor of News. Follow him on Twitter. Have a tip for us? Want to discuss a possible story? Please send an email to newstips@ign.com.