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SNK released a new double pack on Nintendo Switch with classic Neo Geo Pocket Color titles Metal Slug: 1st mission and its sequel Metal Slug: 2nd mission. The two portable favorites were available exclusively as part of the Selection of Neo Geo pocket colors compendium, but can now be purchased together from Nintendo eShop for around $ 15.

Released on NGPC in 1999 and 2000 respectively, Metal Slug 1st and 2nd Mission are adorably scaled-down editions of the classic run ‘n’ guns, and see our loyal squad of heroes (as well as some newcomers to the series) engage in pocket war with the enemy on land, sea and air. Developer Ukiyotei did a great job reducing the detailed and loaded visuals of the Metal slug series on the NGPC’s small 2.7-inch screen, with both titles featuring not only the bullet-pumping action of their big brothers, but even epic boss battles and vehicle battles.

For all those who still wish to refuel, the Selection of Neo Geo pocket colors is available now and includes Samurai Shodown! 2, King of Fighters R-2, SNK Gals Fighters, Fatal Fury: First Contact, The Last Blade: Beyond Fate, and the shiny SNK vs Capcom: the match of the millennium. Exclusive additions Great golf tournament, RPG Dark Arms: Beast Buster, and both Metal Slug: 1st mission and Metal Slug: 2nd mission. It is all worth the detour.

A solid, ambitious and misunderstood console, it’s great to see this catalog of versions available again.

With a heartfelt story written entirely in verse and clever challenges, the Independent Adventure will be available later this year.

Lightbringer gameplay is all about explore detailed and bite-sized levels full of challenges and collectibles. Find and gather the grains of light scattered across the cleverly designed stages and clean up the corrupted monolith at the end of each to complete them.

Your faithful boomerang will not only serve as tool for solving puzzles on your trip, but also as a weapon to defend yourself against the manifestations of corruption that you will meet along the way!

While the playable demo was already available on Steam, Zordix Publishing and developer Rock Square Thunder also launched a The bearer of light demo for Nintendo Switch (Online Store) players.

For centuries, people have been able to harness the energy of ancient monoliths scattered around the world, which has provided them with a pleasant way of life. This changed however, when one of the clans was overcome with greed and continued to push their monolith for more and more power. As a result, something malicious awoke beneath the monolith, and a tar-like substance began to leak from the basement.

Tar, simply called “corruption,” attacked everything in its path, spreading from monolith to monolith and destroying almost all signs of civilization. However, legend tells the story of The Lightbringer, a person who was able to harness the power of light and use it to clean up corruption in order to bring back the monoliths.

Your older sister was chosen to become the Lightbringer, but somewhere along her journey she was swept away by corruption. Sharing some of his powers, the responsibility of roaming the land, cleaning up the evil force, and trying to save the world … now falls on you.

The bearer of light will be available for Nintendo Switch (Online Store) and PC (To smoke) to October 7, 2021.

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A hidden Nintendo Switch gem has finally made its way to the eShop.

Razion EX is an arcade-style horizontal shoot-em-up that originally appeared on the Neo Geo.

An updated version would debut on Nintendo Switch earlier this year, but only in limited quantities.

Collectors would buy boxed copies of the in-demand shooter pretty quickly, causing prices to skyrocket on sites like eBay.

Indeed, if you were to buy a physical copy of Razion EX on eBay today, you would almost certainly have to spend over £ 100.

Fortunately, however, the issue has been somewhat resolved as the rare and expensive arcade shooter goes digital.

Although developer NGDEV previously suggested that the game will not be released digitally, Razion EX is now available on Nintendo eShop.

With stunning 16-bit graphics, half a dozen steps and an addicting scoring system, Razion EX is available for just £ 17.95 online.

The reworked EX Edition features a ton of upgrades and improvements, including big-screen visuals, a workout mode, and new music.

You can see the full list of Razion EX changes and improvements below …

• A reworked game

• Rebalanced and reduced difficulty

• Added bullet cancellation for some enemies

• Reworked vessel controls and movements

• Improved graphics and 32-bit effects added

• Upgrade to big screen

• Added scan line filter

• Slightly reworked levels

• Reworked rating mechanisms

• Unlocking continues

• Added training mode for unlocked levels and bosses

• Addition of a small end

• CD quality music

• NEW GAME FEATURES …

– 6 scenes with various settings

– 6 huge end bosses

– 7 sub-bosses

– 3 game modes

• GRAPHICS …

– 16-bit CGI graphics rendering horizontal shooter

Speaking of Nintendo, fans are counting on the rumor of the Direct conference set to take place this week.

According to reports, Nintendo will reveal more about the upcoming proprietary Metroid Dread game.

Additionally, the company is expected to announce the final character for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Nintendo is also likely to spotlight titles like Splatoon 3 and the upcoming Project Triangle Strategy role-playing game.

Night in the woods

Night in the woods

Coming home can be relaxing – until it isn’t. Join Mae and her group of animal friends as they try to figure out what’s going on in their small hometown, where people have gone missing.

Choices that matter: and the sun has gone out

Choices that matter: and the sun has gone out

In this text-based adventure, make decisions and decide the fate of the world alongside your conscious Moticon watch so you can save the world before the sun is gone forever.

Not tonight: takeover edition

Not tonight: takeover edition

Become the best bouncer of the British Isles in a post-Brexit world. Check ID cards, dress codes, and try to survive eviction by earning enough money to stay afloat, even if it means committing crimes.

Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!

Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n’ Fun!

Swing to the beat of the music as you weave your way through tons of catchy Nintendo game songs, anime and original Bandai Namco songs with various play styles and multiplayer play modes that make the game play alone or with friends just as entertaining.

Keep talking and no one blows up

Keep talking and no one blows up

Communication is the name of the game, and if you want to win you have to keep talking. Get together with your friends and family to diffuse bombs as you continue the conversation about what to expect. And keep an eye out for that damn timer …

Umurangi Generation Special Edition

Generation Umurangi

Make a living as a courier for Tauranga Express taking photos of this retro-inspired world. No matter what your level of photography experience, you will always be able to express yourself through your shots.

Wandering song

Wandering song

Use your fondness for music as a bard to save the world! Travel through various locations, learning new songs and making new friends along the way.

Paradise killer

Paradise killer

In a shocking murder investigation, anyone can be a suspect … literally. Gather information and build your case as you seek to uphold justice in this open world mystery game.

ISLANDERS: Console Edition

ISLANDERS: Console Edition

Create endless communities by building towns on different islands. Choose island careers as a farmer or lumberjack, and build accordingly. It is your archipelago; we all live there.

Rough diamonds

While some may see the eShop as a bloated market with too many shovels, I make it my own little game to constantly check for new releases and sales to see what games can jump on me. Night in the Woods has become one of my favorite scripted games, digging deeper into the issues of mental health and life in a small town that I have rarely seen since.

Of course, not all good games are of the same genre, so there is a bit of everything on this list. If you want to go back to the days of MS-DOS gaming, then Choices That Matter: and The Sun Went Out is for you. Not Tonight: Take Back Control Edition took me into management games that otherwise seemed a little too boring to me, enticing me with its witty writing and dark undertones. As much as I love the solo experiences, I also love a good co-op couch session, and I always bring my manual for Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes to meetings and outings for chaotic fun.

Which games do you think are great but don’t get enough attention? I’d love to hear your suggestions in the comments; all genres are welcome!

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When it comes to games, there is never really enough time in a day to do whatever we want. Often times, we squeeze in as many hours as possible after a long day of school or work, and that’s hardly ever enough for what we want to accomplish in our favorite virtual worlds.

In fact, our playtime is so important that one of the most annoying things in the world is when the game we’ve been looking forward to isn’t available to play right away. So how do you make sure your game downloads even when your Switch is in sleep mode? Let’s find out.

What is sleep mode?

Sleep mode is a console setting that preserves your Switch’s battery life, while still allowing easy starting. This is a great way to avoid battery drain and extend the battery life of your Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo Switch sleep mode allows you to download games when your console is not in use. Sleep mode is great for making sure you never waste precious gaming time and have it ready to play whenever you want. However, there are a few conditions that you must meet.

How to download a Switch game in standby mode

To download a Switch game in standby mode, simply download a game normally through Nintendo eShop or through your Nintendo Switch app. Next, avoid opening games that even remotely connect to the Internet to run. Then let your Switch fall asleep on its own to continue downloading.

It is important that you do not manually put your Nintendo Switch console into sleep mode. For this method to work, you must allow your Switch to fall asleep on its own. Indeed, several users report that game downloads stop when they manually put the device into sleep mode.

Related: How To Set The Nintendo Switch To Auto Sleep Mode

Other than that, your Switch must have at least 20% battery power for a download to continue. With that, if you plan to leave your Switch downloading in sleep mode, it may be best to plug it into an outlet or docking station.

To protect the health of your battery, it is always a good idea to never let your Switch’s battery drain. If possible, always make sure it is charged a bit before leaving for an extended period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some frequently asked questions about downloading Switch games in standby mode.

Will downloading Switch games in standby mode be faster?

In general, it is faster to download games in standby mode. By downloading in standby mode, your Switch can devote its energy only to downloading instead of the other functions it needs to maintain.

However, there are several factors that affect the download speed of the Switch, such as internet connection, distance to router, etc. However, downloading games in standby mode means you don’t have to worry about your download stopping, which happens when you use your Switch for online games while downloading.

Is it possible to download using the Nintendo app when your Switch is in sleep mode?

Yes. You can download games from your Nintendo eShop through your mobile phone app, and they will be downloaded in standby mode. With it, you can even buy games while you’re at work and expect them to be ready to play when you get home.

Keep your Switch ready to play every day

While Switch users who connect their consoles to TVs don’t have to worry about this, leaving your Switch to download in sleep mode can save you a lot of time and trouble.

If you leave your Switch on your docking station while downloading, consider installing a wired connection using an Ethernet cable with your docking station to improve download speed. Alternatively, it is recommended that you leave your Switch near your router but not directly on it to get the best signal, so that it downloads as quickly as possible.

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