Switch 2? Drag x Drive trial. Oops, spoiler alert. Yeah, it’s one of those weeks where it’s not crazy busy but somehow too much for early August, you know? First up, Gradius Origins. Remember that from the March Switch 1 Direct? Lasers, explosions, final bosses—like an old-school video game movie in your living room. Speaking of lasers, if shooting isn’t your vibe anymore, there’s The House of the Dead 2 remake out there. Just watch out for the spooky developer name—Forever Entertainment—kinda like warning lights for your car.
And, hey, ever seen The Edge of Allegoria? Yeah, it looks like Pokemon RBY got a makeover nobody asked for. Not the biggest copyright tease this week, though. That title probably goes to Team17’s Ritual of Raven. Who decides these things?
Last week? Oh man. We totally missed a Partner Showcase chilling by the fire. Seriously, Square Enix, enough with the "No Saga Reveal" resets. Throw us a bone, will ya? And guess what, some 3DS-era Harvest Moons snuck onto Switch, while Taito’s "Field Day" went archives on us.
Now, the EggConsole game—play without Japanese fluent? Possible, but if it gets chatty, good luck!
North America Rundown:
- Demon Slayer Chronicles 2: Oh boy, $59.99. You sure you’re ready for Tuesday?
- Gradius Origins: Yep, $39.99 waves in electronica glory.
- Fate/Hollow Ataraxia Remastered: Midweek life crisis at $29.99.
- The House of the Dead 2: Remake: $24.99. Zombies? Check.
- Seriously, am I listing prices here? Get your calculators out for Fitness Adventure Pro, The Edge of Allegoria, Turbo Kid, and a wild list of others.
Oh, and Sales Alert: Roki’s going for a steal at 90% off until August 17.
Europe and Japan Flash:
Pretty similar story over there across the pond, price tags sneering slightly different figures. Gradius Origins is holding down the fort in Japan at ¥6380. Just a wild ride of titles spun across oceans and somehow the same games, different vibes.
So here’s the thing, I lose track of thinking if there’s a pattern to these releases. Maybe there isn’t. Whatever, just enjoy the cacophony of game titles and prices. Flash sales, remakes, and the odd new title that leaves you wondering why. Life’s messy and so is gaming this week.
