The Biggest Announcements From the February 2021 Nintendo Direct
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap – no multi-page clickthrough required.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Pyra/Mythra Character Reveal
Hailing from Xenoblade Chronicles 2, both Pyra and Mythra will make their way to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in March.
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
The lovable beans of Mediatonic Games and Devolver Digital's Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout will make their way to the Nintendo Switch this summer.
Famicom Detective Club
Making their North American debut are the mystery titles Famicom Detective Club: The Missing Heir and Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind. Both will make their debut on the Nintendo Switch on May 14, 2021.
Monster Hunter Rise
Ahead of its release on March 26, 2021, the latest trailer for Capcom's Monster Hunter Rise made its debut. In it, the future of Kamura Village is under siege when the Rampage and Magnamalo make their way to the scene.
Mario Golf: Super Rush
The latest entry in the long-running Mario Golf series, Mario Golf: Super Rush will feature a Story Mode with a leveling system, the multiplayer Speed Golf mode, and more. The title will come out on June 25, 2021.
No More Heroes III
Series mainstay Travis Touchdown will have to contend with the intergalactic superhero ranking tournament with the upcoming release of No More Heroes III. Players can grab their beam katanas when the title comes out on August 27, 2021.
DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power
Iconic superheroes like Wonder Woman, Supergirl, and Batgirl will team up to take down any super-villains that stand in their way with the release of DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power. The game will hit the scene on June 4, 2021.
Miitopia
Players will be able to cast the production of their dreams with the upcoming release of Miitopia. Players will be able to embark on an adventure where everybody is of your choosing when the title releases on May 21, 2021.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons x Super Mario Collaboration Items
Super Mario Bros.-themed fashion and furniture will make its way to Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Players can pay a visit to Nook Shopping to grab these goodies beginning March 1, 2021.
Project TRIANGLE STRATEGY
Square-Enix's lineage of strategy RPGs continues with the release of Project TRIANGLE STRATEGY in 2022. Players will be able to strategically survey the battlefield to gain the upper hand, and can make a number of choices along the way.
Star Wars: Hunters
Set in the Star Wars universe, Star Wars: Hunters is a squad-based, free-to-play arena combat game. The title will make its debut in 2021.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Expansion Pass
Additional characters, stages, and more will make their way to Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity as part of its expansion pass. Players can get ready to expand your quest to save Hyrule when it comes out later this year.
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD
Players will be able to discover the origins of Hyrule when The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD comes out for the Nintendo Switch on July 16, 2021. Support for both Joy-Con controllers and the newly added button-only controls will be included.
Splatoon 3
Set in the new city of Splatsville, Splatoon 3 will task players with contending with a number of battle-hardened Inklings and Octolings. New weapons, moves, and more await all goers when the title comes out for the Nintendo Switch in 2022.
NINJA GAIDEN: Master Collection
Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo return to the Ninja Gaiden series with the release of Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection. The collection of three Ninja Gaiden titles will make its way to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC on June 10, 2021.
Legend of Mana
A remake of the PlayStation 1 classic, Legend of Mana will feature remastered visuals, a rearranged soundtrack, and the "Ring Ring Land" mini-game. The title will come out for the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on June 24, 2021.
SaGa Frontier Remastered
Players will experience Square-Enix's classic JRPG Saga Frontier once more with the release of SaGa Frontier Remastered. Eight heroes can be chosen with its Free-Form Scenario System, and a number of pieces of cut content will make their debut. The title will come out for the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, iOS, and Android devices on April 15, 2021.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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No Man's Sky Getting Companions Update
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions.
The different creatures that roam the universe can now be tamed and adopted as companions. Once bonded, they can be summoned wherever one would like, even aboard the Space Anomaly.
Baby creatures in the title will inherit both the traits and the looks from their parents, but will never be exactly the same. Along the way, they will need care as they mature. By playing with them, feeding them, and giving them attention, players will be able to earn the trust of their companions. Each individual personality is one-of-a-kind, meaning that no two are the same.
These creatures will also bring with them a number of benefits, including scanning for resources, marking hazards, providing torchlight, hunting hostile creatures, and locating buildings. Each creature harness has a neural link with the Exosuit, which will enable for rudimentary translation of their thoughts.
Learn more with the trailer below:
No Man's Sky Companions Trailer
No Man's Sky is now available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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Cosplay Wednesday – Bravely Default's Edea Lee
The world of Claytechworks and Square Enix's Bravely Default series is set to make its return with the release of the Nintendo Switch sequel Bravely Default II. In honor of this title, Gamers Heroes takes a look at a striking cosplay of the series mainstay Edea Lee.
Taken in Switzerland on the day of the first snow of the year, RomaiLee got these stunning shots of her as Bravely Default's Edea. All edits were done by her, while her friend Gohan Hime was able to join in as Agnes. She even got an equestrian pal to join in for one of the shots. Needless to say, these shots perfectly capture the character's strong sense of justice.
Bravely Default Edea Cosplay
Credit goes to white—butterfly and Sven Rudinsky for the photos.
You can find RomaiLee on DeviantArt here and on Twitter here.
Do you enjoy a bit of gaming cosplay? Or maybe you're passionate enough to do it full time. Drop me a line at casey@gamersheroes.com and we'll feature some of your cosplay.
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Assassin's Creed Valhalla Yule Season Update Now Available
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players.
A new permanent addition to the game, River Raids will feature higher-stakes raids, each with their own unique maps and rewards. Note that the raiding crew can be temporarily lost if players don't revive them during each raid. Also new to the game is a Jomsviking Crew, with recruited Jomsvikings created by other players online are led by the player's personal Jomsviking Lieutenant. Finally, an all-new fully customizable longship exclusive to the game mode will be included.
In addition, the update will include the Saint George Armor set and Great Sword, three new Abilities (hidden in monasteries), two new Settlement Buildings, and a new set of longship and player cosmetics.
Learn more with the trailer below:
Assassin's Creed Valhalla: River Raids Free Update | Ubisoft [NA]
Assassin's Creed Valhalla is now available for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, and PC. You can read our review of the base game here, which we gave a score of 95/100.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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Three New Solo Play Missions in Red Dead Online This Week
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment.
Coming down the wire from the mysterious "J," A New Source of Employment brings with it three new solo play missions. "A One Horse Deal," "Rich Pickings," and "Outrider" will all feature three difficulty levels and will become increasingly more challenging with each replay.
Successfully pulling off any of these missions will earn yourself 5,000 Club XP, RDO$100, a Treasure Map, and the following bonuses:
- Complete A One Horse Deal to get an Offer for 30% off an Arabian Horse and 2 Special Horse Revivers
- Complete Rich Pickings to get 3 Lost Jewelry and 3 Family Heirloom Collectibles
- Complete Outrider to get 20 Small Game Arrows and 100 Express Revolver Cartridges
All this week, Naturalists should expect an increased frequency of invitations to Naturalist Free Roam Events, which pay out Double RDO$ & Role XP. Those that complete any Legendary Animal Sighting Mission will get themselves an Offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Naturalist Role Item, while Naturalists that are at or above Role Rank 10 can get themselves an Offer good for 40% off any Repeater.
Those that bring in any Bounty can get themselves an Offer for 40% off any Poncho all this week.
For the next two weeks, the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue will feature the following clothing:
- Squat Stovepipe Top Hat
- Raccoon Hat
- Gator Hat
- Plaid Cap
- Pelt Half Chaps
- Carver Pants
- Eberhart Coat
- Strickland Boots
- Prieto Poncho
- Select colorways of the Patterned Bandana
Players can also take advantage of the following discounts:
- 10 Gold Bars off the Naturalist Sample Kit
- 40% off the Wilderness Camp
- 30% off the Advanced Camera
- 30% off all Stable Stalls
- 30% off everything in Gus' Store
- 30% off all Missouri Fox Trotters and Mustangs
Finally, Red Dead Online players that have connected their Rockstar Games Social Club account to their Prime Gaming account will receive Rewards for a free Bounty Hunter License, along with an Award for the Trimmed Amethyst Bounty Wagon Livery. Those who connect to Prime Gaming before March 15 will receive a reward of 200x Shotgun Slugs, 5,000 Club XP, and an offer for 50% off the Repeating Shotgun.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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Puzzler Harmony's Odyssey Announced
Designed by the creator of Hexologic, MythicOwl has announced their new adventure puzzle game Harmony's Odyssey.
A mish mash of mythological and contemporary themes, Harmony's Odyssey will transport players to a world where cyclops creatures are addicted to smartphones and minotaurs hit the road for work. A rowdy cat has created a number of tangled puzzles, and it's up to the fierce young wizard Harmony to restore peace to the land.
Seven distinctive worlds are ripe for exploring, each with a range of action mini-games. A number of interactive puzzles with 3D tile-based gameplay will be available, along with a number of riddles. Wrapping up the whole package are eye-candy graphics, a climatic soundtrack, and an eventful comedy and drama story.
Learn more with the trailer below:
Harmony's Odyssey – Official Announcement Trailer
The game will come out for the Nintendo Switch and PC in 2021. You can add the title to your Steam wishlist here.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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The team at Retro Gears takes the explosive power of tanks and shrinks it down with the release of Tiny Toy Tanks. Featuring more than 40 missions and plenty of firepower, should players enlist for the cause?
Tiny Toy Tanks Review
Those looking to blast away enemy scum will be able to get the hang of the controls before too long. Your typical WASD setup is used for movement, with the left mouse button firing up to five bullets before a cooldown period and the right mouse button laying down bombs. There's not much to it, but this is one title that was designed to be simple at its core. Just be warned that the controls are fairly rigid, but that comes with the territory.
After choosing from one of two chapters, players will have to contend with a number of enemy threats, with each mission cleared by destroying them all. The good news is that they go down in one hit, but the bad news is so do you. Those playing on Easy will be given 200 lives, while those who like to live dangerously will be given a paltry 10. Just be warned that even the most hardened of players will go through lives like candy.
It's just a shame that the game is tedious and overly plain. Any sort of personality is thrown out the window by the time players get even a few minutes in. Generic music loops, tanks are recolored, and the world is made up of blocks. It is hard to get invested in its world, and even the inclusion of elements like steel boxes that ricochet bullets and lava isn't enough to make this title not feel like a drag.
Tiny Toy Tanks is never unfair, but it does feel like it is a bit too rudimentary at times. Certain tanks simply sit there, waiting to be sniped. Other levels are overly simple, consisting of a narrow pathway and nothing more. The fact that certain missions can be finished in less than a minute detracts from the game rather than adding to it. It would have been nice to see some more intelligent AI added to the title, but as it stands it just doesn't have enough to challenge all those who attempt it.
This lack of incentive extends to the other parts of the game. There's no leaderboards, no multiplayer, and no achievements to speak of – what you see is what you get. The inclusion of this functionality would have given this title some legs, but as it stands, players can mark this one as complete in a little less than an hour.
Tiny Toy Tanks is overly simple at its core, which proves to be its greatest weakness. The formula simply isn't taken far enough, and this rudimentary approach makes its many missions feel tedious before too long.
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Fall Guys Gets Live-Action Valentine's Day Trailer
Feel the love this Valentine's Day with the latest trailer for Mediatonic Games and Devolver Digital's Fall Guys.
No matter how you say it, the lovable jelly beans of Fall Guys want to say "I love you" on this special day. You can see their heartfelt gesture with the video below:
Fall Guy – Valentine's Day Video
To mark the occasion, all Fall Guys contestants can deck out their jelly bean out with the Red Panda costume for 1000 Kudos per piece. The offer will be good from now through February 16.
Season 3.5 is now underway in this title. Included is a new level, along with more than 40 variations for other levels.
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is now available for the PlayStation 4 and the PC via Steam. You can read our review of the base game here, which we gave a score of 75/100.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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The official PlayStation Twitter account has released a new trailer for Bethesda and Arkane Studios' Deathloop.
An assassination multiplayer experience, Deathloop is a FPS that combines single player gameplay with all of the drama of multiplayer. Two rival assassins find themselves trapped on the island of Blackreef in a timeloop, forced to repeat the same day for eternity. Taking control of Colt, the end of the cycle can only occur by assassinating eight key targets before the day resets.
As players dive into each cycle, they must gather intel, try new paths, and find new abilities and weapons. To make things interesting, a number of otherworldly abilities and savage weaponry are at Colt's disposal.
Learn more with the trailer below:
2 assassins. 8 targets. 24 hours. Think you can break the loop?: https://t.co/f0rYmqyPOF #Deathloop pic.twitter.com/Jdv57vy2fU
— PlayStation (@PlayStation) February 12, 2021
The game will come out for the PlayStation 5 and PC on May 21, 2021. The title will be available on other consoles on May 21, 2022.
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury Gets Launch Trailer
To mark its launch on the Nintendo Switch today, a launch trailer for Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is now available.
Originally released on the Wii U in 2013, this title will transport Mario and his friends through dozens of colorful environments that are packed with enticing challenges. Both in-person and online support are included, and Mario, Peach, Luigi and Toad are all playable.
New to this title is Bowser's Fury, which tasks Mario and Bowser Jr. with fighting back against Bowser's gargantuan new form.
You can watch the launch trailer below:
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury – Launch Trailer – Nintendo Switch
According to Nick Chavez, Nintendo of America's Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing:
The first full Direct in more than a year, today's Nintendo Direct featured 50 minutes of information about the biggest titles coming to the Nintendo Switch. Catch up on the highlights with our recap
As part of update 3.2, Hello Games' No Man's Sky will see a galaxy of new companions
Today's Yule Season Update for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Valhalla brings with it additional free content to the game for all players
Today marks the debut of the latest addition to Rockstar Games' Red Dead Online: A New Source of Employment
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