{"id":12467,"date":"2017-09-14T21:04:37","date_gmt":"2017-09-15T01:04:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.darkainarts.com\/gamers\/?p=12467"},"modified":"2017-09-14T21:04:37","modified_gmt":"2017-09-15T01:04:37","slug":"nintendo-direct-reveals-tons-of-new-games-for-switch-3ds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darkainarts.com\/gamers\/2017\/09\/nintendo-direct-reveals-tons-of-new-games-for-switch-3ds\/","title":{"rendered":"Nintendo Direct reveals tons of new games for Switch &#038; 3DS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Origianlly I held back because I wanted to do in depth posts for each game revealed in yesterday&#8217;s Nintendo Direct, but there are so many games that it may take me a while. So for now check out the full Direct video below as well as Nintendo&#8217;s press release from yesterdays announcments.<\/p>\n<p>Stay tuned for some more details about some of the games that I&#8217;m most excited for as well in the coming days.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ztMGTTAjsAQ?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more-->The next few months for\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/switch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nintendo Switch<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/3ds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nintendo 3DS<\/a>\u00a0owners are going to be overflowing with a wide variety of first- and third-party games in wildly different genres. Or, to put in another way, the future for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS owners is looking\u00a0<em>quite awesome<\/em>. During a Nintendo Direct video presentation, Nintendo provided details for more than 40 games launching for Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems over the next several months.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the highlights include details about key third-party games coming to the Nintendo Switch system like\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/doom-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>DOOM<\/em><\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/wolfenstein-ii-the-new-colossus-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus<\/em><\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/la-noire-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>L.A. Noire<\/em><\/a>and\u00a0<em>Resident Evil Revelations<\/em>, as well as the announcements of arcade classics coming to Nintendo Switch and a new\u00a0<em>Mario Party<\/em>\u00a0game for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems featuring 100 of the series\u2019 top mini-games. The jam-packed video presentation also provided additional details for upcoming games like\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/project-octopath-traveler-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Project Octopath Traveler<\/em><\/a>\u00a0(working title) from Square Enix,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/supermario.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Super Mario Odyssey<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/xenobladechronicles2.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Xenoblade Chronicles 2<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMomentum for Nintendo Switch is in full swing, and Nintendo 3DS continues its stellar run with a series of triple-A releases,\u201d said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America\u2019s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. \u201cBetween all the first-party, third-party and indie games coming to both systems, this is one of the most diverse lineups we\u2019ve had in years. It\u2019s a great time to be a Nintendo fan.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Additional highlights for the games and systems revealed in the video include:<\/p>\n<p><u><strong>Nintendo Switch<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>Super Mario Odyssey<\/strong><\/em>: New information about Mario\u2019s upcoming adventure was revealed during the presentation, including more story details, locations and modes. Additionally, a special hardware bundle that includes a download code for the game, Mario-themed red Joy-Con controllers and a special carrying case will be available at a suggested retail price of $379.99.\u00a0<em>Super Mario Odyssey<\/em>\u00a0lands exclusively on Nintendo Switch on Oct. 27.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Xenoblade Chronicles 2<\/strong><\/em>: This massive sequel takes place in the world of Alrest on the backs of giant Titans. The journey through the clouds begins when\u00a0<em>Xenoblade Chronicles 2<\/em>\u00a0lands on Nintendo Switch on Dec. 1. Alongside the standard version, fans can also pick up a special edition of the game that includes a sound selection CD, a special metal game case and a 220-page hardbound art book at a suggested retail price of $99.99. A Nintendo Switch Pro Controller themed around\u00a0<em>Xenoblade Chronicles 2<\/em>\u00a0will also be available on Dec. 1 at a suggested retail price of $74.99.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Project Octopath Traveler\u00a0<\/em>(working title)<\/strong>: The producers of\u00a0<em>Bravely Default<\/em>at Square Enix present a new RPG brought to life through a mixture of CG, pixel art and visual wizardry.\u00a0<em>Project Octopath Traveler<\/em>\u00a0launches worldwide in 2018. But fans can try out a free demo for the game in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch starting \u2026 today!<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>DOOM<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus<\/em><\/strong>: Bethesda Softworks is bringing the iconic\u00a0<em>DOOM<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus<\/em>\u00a0to Nintendo Switch. The fast-paced action of\u00a0<em>DOOM<\/em>\u00a0will hit this holiday season, while\u00a0<em>Wolfenstein II: The New Colossus<\/em>\u00a0launches in 2018.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kirby.nintendo.com\/star-allies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Kirby Star Allies<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Revealed at E3 2017, the first Kirby game for Nintendo Switch has some\u00a0<em>charming<\/em>\u00a0new tricks. By throwing hearts, players can recruit up to three enemies to become Kirby\u2019s allies. Whether playing alone or with up to three friends**, mixing up abilities to create new powers is a big part of the fun.\u00a0<em>Kirby Star Allies<\/em>\u00a0launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch this spring.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/splatoon.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Splatoon 2<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Back by popular demand, the Kelp Dome stage is returning as part of a free software update on Sept. 15. A new stage called Snapper Canal and an extra-large Brella weapon called the Tenta Brella are coming in the future.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/arms.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>ARMS<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: A free software update that goes live today allows players to remap the game\u2019s controls to the buttons of their choice, and adds the new playable fighter Lola Pop.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/fireemblemwarriors.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Fire Emblem Warriors<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Originally seen in the\u00a0<em>Fire Emblem<\/em>\u00a0game for the Game Boy Advance system, fan-favorite character Lyndis (or \u201cLyn,\u201d as all her companions call her) was announced as part of the sprawling cast of\u00a0<em>Fire Emblem Warriors<\/em>. The action-packed game launches for Nintendo Switch on Oct. 20, also available as part of a special-edition bundle.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Arcade Archives<\/strong><\/em>: Some of Nintendo\u2019s classic arcade games are coming to Nintendo Switch, starting with\u00a0<em>Arcade Archives: Mario Bros.<\/em>, which launches Sept. 27. Others, like\u00a0<em>VS. Super Mario Bros.<\/em>,\u00a0<em>VS. Balloon Fight<\/em>,\u00a0<em>VS. Ice Climber<\/em>,\u00a0<em>VS. Pinball<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>VS. Clu Clu Land<\/em>\u00a0are coming soon. These arcade games contain subtle differences that can\u2019t be found in their NES counterparts.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/snipperclips-plus-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Snipperclips Plus: Cut it out, together!<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: This expanded version of the original snipping-and-clipping puzzle game includes more than 30 new stages, new challenges and new features \u2026 and it\u2019s coming to stores for the first time! Players who already own the original digital version of the game can purchase all the new content in Nintendo eShop as DLC for $9.99.\u00a0<em>Snipperclips Plus: Cut it out, together!<\/em>\u00a0launches on Nintendo Switch on Nov. 10 at a suggested retail price of $29.99.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/skyrim.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: The open-world masterpiece from Bethesda Game Studios can be played anytime and anywhere on Nintendo Switch.\u00a0<em>The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim<\/em>\u00a0launches on Nov. 17.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/rocket-league-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Rocket League<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: This new version of the popular rocket-powered sports-action game includes all the modes of the original, plus Nintendo Switch exclusives including Nintendo-themed Battle-Cars and customization items. Local wireless multiplayer*** will also be available when\u00a0<em>Rocket League<\/em>launches this holiday season.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/dragon-quest-builders-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Dragon Quest Builders<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: The hit fantasy game combines the fun of building with the combat of an action-RPG. The Nintendo Switch version will allow players to ride a Great Sabrecub in the game\u2019s free build mode. The Sabrecub boosts players\u2019 speed and grants them special materials by defeating enemies.\u00a0<em>Dragon Quest Builders<\/em>\u00a0launches this spring.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>L.A. Noire<\/strong><\/em>: Rockstar Games is bringing\u00a0<em>L.A. Noire<\/em>\u00a0to Nintendo Switch on Nov. 14, including all of its downloadable content, new collectibles, detective suits with special abilities, a Joy-Con mode with gyroscopic gesture-based controls and new wide and over-the-shoulder camera angles. Plus, the hard-boiled game will include intuitive touch-screen controls for portable detective work.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/nba-2k18-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>NBA 2K18<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: With big game-play improvements and stunning graphics,\u00a0<em>NBA 2K18<\/em>\u00a0will be a slam dunk for sports fans when it launches on Sept. 15 in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch and in stores on Oct. 17.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/ea-sports-fifa-18-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>EA Sports FIFA 18<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: The most immersive, social and authentic soccer game out there can be played anywhere on Nintendo Switch.\u00a0<em>FIFA 18<\/em>\u00a0launches on Sept. 29.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/wwe-2k18-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>WWE 2K18<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: To complete the trifecta of awesome sports games that can be played on the go,\u00a0<em>WWE 2K18<\/em>\u00a0is also coming soon to Nintendo Switch. Launch details will be announced at a later date.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/lost-sphear-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Lost Sphear<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: This modern take on traditional RPGs from Square Enix is coming to Nintendo Switch on Jan. 23.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/sonic-forces-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Sonic Forces<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Join the uprising by fighting back as Modern Sonic, Classic Sonic or one of many custom Hero Characters players can create in\u00a0<em>Sonic Forces<\/em>, launching on Nov. 7.<\/li>\n<li><strong><em>Resident Evil Revelations<\/em>\u00a0\/\u00a0<em>Resident Evil Revelations 2<\/em><\/strong>: The Nintendo Switch library will get two creepy survival horror classics when\u00a0<em>Resident Evil Revelations<\/em>\u00a0and its sequel,\u00a0<em>Resident Evil Revelations 2<\/em>, both launch on Nov. 28.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/flip-wars-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Flip Wars<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Fans that are enjoying the multiplayer fun of\u00a0<em>Flip Wars<\/em>\u00a0can enjoy a free update soon. Once downloaded, the update adds a new stage, new mechanics, local wireless multiplayer, Class Matches and a new online* battle mode.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Morphies Law<\/strong><\/em>: Players can change their size to change their powers in\u00a0<em>Morphies Law<\/em>, a local and online* team-based multiplayer shooter launching first on Nintendo Switch as a console exclusive this winter.<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Arena of Valor<\/strong><\/em>: Explore and command a roster of more than 35 fearless heroes in this free-to-start multiplayer online* battle arena game. With roles like Tanks, Assassins, Mages and Warriors, build a powerful team with friends to crush opponents in real-time battles. The\u00a0<em>Arena of Valor<\/em>\u00a0beta test version will be available for free this winter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nindies! Nindies! Nindies!<\/strong>: Dozens of indie games are coming over the next few months. These include the underground platforming action of\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/steamworld-dig-2-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>SteamWorld Dig 2<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and the golf-RPG\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/golf-story-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Golf Story<\/em><\/a>\u00a0in September; the four-player** action game\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/nine-parchments-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Nine Parchments<\/em><\/a>\u00a0and combo-based puzzle game\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/battle-chef-brigade-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Battle Chef Brigade<\/em><\/a>\u00a0this holiday season; randomly constructed sequel\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/super-meat-boy-forever-switch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Super Meat Boy Forever<\/em><\/a>\u00a0in 2018; and tactical RPG\u00a0<em>Tiny Metal<\/em>\u00a0launching in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><u><strong>amiibo<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><em>The Legend of Zelda<\/em>\u00a0Champions<\/strong>: Four\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.zelda.com\/breath-of-the-wild\/amiibo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">amiibo<\/a>\u00a0figures based on the Champions from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.zelda.com\/breath-of-the-wild\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild<\/em><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Daruk, Mipha, Revali and Urbosa \u2013 launch in stores on Nov. 10 (sold separately). Tapping these amiibo while playing the game will summon special headgear for Link based on that Champion\u2019s Divine Beast. Additional functionality for these amiibo will be revealed in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><u><strong>Nintendo 3DS<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/pokemon-ultra-sun-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun<\/strong><\/em><\/a><strong>\u00a0\/\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/pokemon-ultra-moon-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Moon<\/em><\/a><\/strong>: The new games feature customizable main characters who embark on a new adventure. An untold story unfolds on a grand scale, where the Legendary Pok\u00e9mon that steals light, Necrozma, has transformed into two new forms: Dusk Mane Necrozma, who took over Solgaleo, and Dawn Wings Necrozma who took over Lunala. Fans who purchase and activate**** the game by Jan. 10 can get a special gift Rockruff, who will evolve into a Dusk Form Lycanroc, new to the world of\u00a0<em>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Moon<\/em>. Fans who download the digital version of\u00a0<em>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0<em>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Moon<\/em>\u00a0by Jan. 10 will receive 12 Quick Balls. Finally, a cool Pok\u00e9 Ball-themed\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/2ds\/new-nintendo-2ds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">New Nintendo 2DS XL<\/a>\u00a0system will launch separately two weeks prior on Nov. 3.<\/li>\n<li><strong>White + Orange New Nintendo 2DS XL<\/strong>: On Oct. 6 the White + Orange edition of the New Nintendo 2DS XL system will launch in stores at a suggested retail price of $149.99.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/marioparty100.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Mario Party: The Top 100<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: For the first time, 100 of the top mini-games from the console\u00a0<em>Mario Party<\/em>\u00a0games can be played on a hand-held system.\u00a0<em>Mario Party: The Top 100<\/em>\u00a0supports local Download Play, so up to four players who each own a Nintendo 3DS family system can enjoy the game together with only one game card. Take a tour through all the mischief, magic and memories the series has to offer when it launches on Nov. 10.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kirby.nintendo.com\/battle-royale\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Kirby: Battle Royale<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Kirby is about to enter a tournament against his toughest rival yet \u2026 himself! The pink puffball\u2019s new game offers a variety of ways to fight in both single- and multiplayer modes.\u00a0<em>Kirby: Battle Royale<\/em>launches on Jan. 19. Fans can head to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kirby.nintendo.com\/poll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/kirby.nintendo.com\/poll<\/a>\u00a0to celebrate Kirby\u2019s 25<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0anniversary and vote for their favorite copy ability!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/laytons-mystery-journey-katrielle-and-the-millionaires-conspiracy-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>LAYTON\u2019S MYSTERY JOURNEY: Katrielle and the Millionaires\u2019 Conspiracy<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Katrielle Layton, daughter of the famous Professor Layton, is on the case! Detectives-in-the-making that play the game on a Nintendo 3DS family system will receive an exclusive in-game Flora costume. The game launches on Oct. 6.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/mario-luigi-superstar-saga-bowsers-minions-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser\u2019s Minions<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: When the game launches on Oct. 6, players will be able to use the new Goomba and Koopa Troopa amiibo \u2013 or the existing Boo amiibo \u2013 to get additional stamp sheets that offer items in both of the game\u2019s modes. More information about amiibo compatibility will be revealed in the future.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/yo-kai.nintendo.com\/yw2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>YO-KAI WATCH 2: Psychic Specters<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: With new content and features,\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2: Psychic Specters<\/em>\u00a0is the definitive version of\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2<\/em>. The game launches on Sept. 29, but anyone that owns any version of\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2<\/em>\u00a0can download a free \u201cOni Evolution\u201d software update starting Sept. 14. It adds the Yo-kai Watch Psychic Blasters mode with additional bosses to battle against, the chance to befriend new Yo-kai and more. This update is also required to transfer save data from\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2: Bony Spirits<\/em>\u00a0and\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2: Fleshy Souls<\/em>\u00a0to the\u00a0<em>YO-KAI WATCH 2: Psychic Specters<\/em>\u00a0game.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/minecraft-new-nintendo-3ds-edition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Minecraft: New Nintendo 3DS Edition<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Fans of\u00a0<em>Minecraft<\/em>\u00a0will have another way to play the hit creation game when it comes to New Nintendo 3DS systems. This portable version of the game comes with Survival and Creative modes, five skin packs and two texture packs.\u00a0<em>Minecraft: New Nintendo 3DS Edition<\/em>\u00a0launches in Nintendo eShop today. The packaged version will launch at a later date.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/the-alliance-alive-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>The Alliance Alive<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Nine characters\u2019 paths will converge in this old-school RPG from role-playing powerhouse ATLUS.\u00a0<em>The Alliance Alive<\/em>\u00a0launches in early 2018.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/radiant-historia-perfect-chronology-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: The gorgeous launch edition of\u00a0<em>Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology<\/em>\u00a0will include a collector\u2019s box with an art book and decal sheet.\u00a0<em>Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology<\/em>\u00a0launches for Nintendo 3DS in early 2018.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/etrian-odyssey-v-beyond-the-myth-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: Starting today, fans of the\u00a0<em>Etrian Odyssey<\/em>\u00a0series can download a free demo for\u00a0<em>Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth<\/em>\u00a0in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS before the game launches this fall.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/games\/detail\/shin-megami-tensei-strange-journey-redux-3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><strong>Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux<\/strong><\/em><\/a>: When\u00a0<em>Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey<\/em>\u00a0returns on Nintendo 3DS in early 2018, expect it to do so with new story content, additional endings, a new dungeon to explore and enhanced graphics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Two New Games, Two Beloved Series<\/strong>: The next game in the\u00a0<em>Ace Attorney<\/em>series,\u00a0<em>Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney<\/em>, launches in November. The action-packed\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/fireemblemwarriors.nintendo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Fire Emblem Warriors<\/em><\/a>\u00a0game launches Oct. 20 for New Nintendo 3DS systems only.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remember that Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems feature\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/play.nintendo.com\/parents\/crash-courses\/parental-controls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">parental controls<\/a>\u00a0that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/switch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/switch\/<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/3ds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">http:\/\/www.nintendo.com\/3ds<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Origianlly I held back because I wanted to do in depth posts for each game revealed in yesterday&#8217;s Nintendo Direct, but there are so many games that it may take me a while. So for now check out the full Direct video below as well as Nintendo&#8217;s press release from yesterdays announcments. 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