Quick Bits
Jan 27, 2021
Cubenary, the developers of Witchery Academy, recently announced that the official Steam page for their game is now live!
For those that follow closely to myPotatoGames, I’m sure you’ve seen by now my coverage of Witchery Academy. In case you missed it, Witchery Academy is a very cute upcoming magical indie game that has been growing all the time. They even recently announced that there will be spirit companions in the game that you can care for and will help you on your journey.
Growing some veggies n’ stuff for potions! Now, the developers have announced that their Steam page is live. There, you will find plenty of information about the game, as well as videos and screenshots. But most importantly, you can add the game yo your wishlist, this way you don’t miss the exact moment when the game becomes available for purchase.
Click here to check out the Steam page for Witchery Academy.
Witchery Academy Teaser Trailer
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For more information about Witchery Academy, you can use the Steam Link above, or check out my coverage here.
For more great games involving witchcraft that are currently in the works, check out my coverage of Lawmage Academy.
- Jan 22, 2021
Team17 has purchased the full rights to Golf With Your Friends, and have promised to bring new content to the game.
For those that haven’t tried this hellishly wacky eSports title, Golf With Your Friends is not the type of game that you boot up for a relaxing romp around the course with friends. No, no. This is one golfing title that will surely require you to bring your a-game, and then some. Golf With Your Friends is tumultuous golfing game which brings creative and mostly frustrating obstacles to an already challenging sport.
Recently, the publishers of Golf With Your Friends have decided to purchase the full rights to the game, giving them complete control over the future of the title. The CEO mentions in her statement regarding the acquisition, ” GWYF is the type of IP we believe is right for ownership, it is successful and proven but still at the start of its journey.”
So surely we can still expect a lot more intricate courses and kooky obstacles, character customizations and club upgrades, as Golf With Your Friends continues to grow under the care of Team17.
Golf With Your Friends Trailer
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For more information about Golf With Your Friends, you can check out my coverage here.
- Jan 21, 2021
The publishers of Pioneers of Olive Town have announced that there will be an expansion pass for the new game.
Since the hinted announcement with the release of the Nintendo Switch, we have been receiving seemingly endless details about the upcoming Story os Seasons game. In Story of Seasons Pioneers of Olive Town, you leave the big city trouble behind in favor of the rural farm life.
The game features everything you come to expect from a
Harvest MoonStory of Seasons game. You will be able to build a huge farm, craft hundreds of different items to help your crops grow and of course explore the beautiful environment of Olive Town.
Now, XSEED games and Marvelous have announced that the game will be released with an expansion pass. The expansion pass will include new marriage candidates, as well as outfits for your character as well as the marriage candidates.
For more detailed information about the candidates and outfits, you can check out the Japanese Nintendo page where the expansion pass currently exists. There you will also find some new screenshots for the game. Pioneers of Olive Town will release for the Nintendo Switch in the U.S. on March 3rd, and will cost $49.99.
There will also be a premium addition for $59.99, and that comes with a physical copy of the game, a plushie, and a cloth poster.
Story Of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town Trailer
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For more in formation on Pioneers of Olive Town, you can check out my coverage here.
For more great games coming to the Nintendo Switch, check out my coverage of The Good Life.
- Jan 20, 2021
Get ready to sorta treat more patients in the upgraded version of Two Point Hospital, coming to Switch, PS4 and Xbox One.
Two Point Hospital is a hilarious hospital building sim that lets you treat a variety of crazy and increasingly complicated ailments. You’ll need the help of all kinds of wacky machines, which can be unlocked simply by trying not to kill as many patients as possible. Now, this hilarious sim getting is getting a special release on consoles; one that comes with all new content, and much of the previously released content, all in one game.
What’s in the JUMBO Edition?
Free Update
With the release of the JUMBO Edition will come a free update to the game. This way, players may choose to download any of the expansions as they see fit. The free update will bring some bug fixes, room templates are being added to the console edition, and there will also be some remixes to some players favorite levels. The remixed levels coming to console are,
- Hogsport
- Lower Bullocks
- Flottering
- Mitton University
- Tumble
- Flemington
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For detailed information on everything that will be included in the JUMBO Edition, you can check out the games official website.
For more great updates to my favorite games, check out my coverage of the recent Calico update.
- Jan 12, 2021
Nintendo has revealed an all new Nintendo Switch design that celebrates one of the franchise’s greatest heroes, Mario.
Alongside the new trailer for Super Mario 3d World, Nintendo has also revealed an all new Switch console that is themed out in Mario colors. The new console is completely red, with a red/blue joy con to match. With Mario recently celebrating his 35th anniversary, Nintendo is really going out of their way to show this ambitious plumber some real love.
The new console will release on the same day as the remaster of Super Mario 3D World, which is February 12th, 2021. It comes with the console itself, the matching controller, a red/blue Switch carrying case, and a screen protector. The entire bundle will cost $299.99, since it is the home version and not the Switch Lite.
Nintendo Blurb
“This Nintendo Switch™ system takes inspiration from Mario, with a bold red design on the Nintendo Switch console, Joy-Con™ controllers, and the Nintendo Switch Dock. A solid blue design is featured on both the Joy-Con grip and Joy-Con wrist straps. As a bonus, this Nintendo Switch bundle includes a Mario Red & Blue Edition carrying case adorned with Super Mario iconography as well as a screen protector to keep your Nintendo Switch system secure.“
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For more information on the Mario Themed Switch, you can check out the official page for the console on Nintendo’s website.
- Jan 12, 2021
Nintendo has released an exciting new trailer for the upcoming game Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury.
For those that missed it, Nintendo announced not too long ago that they are bringing a remastered version of Super Mario 3D World to the Nintendo Switch, and with it will come an add-on called Bowser’s Fury. In Bowser’s Fury, players with team up with friends in local or online co-op, alongside Baby Bowser, to defeat a quite-enlarged and overly enraged Bowser.
This epic remaster will release solely on the Nintendo Switch on February 12th, exactly on month from today, and will cost $59.99. The trailer below finally gives players an in-depth look at what to expect from the remaster of what is still considered one of the best Mario games of all time.
Nintendo Blurb
“Pounce and climb through dozens of colorful stages! Mario (and his friends) can use power-ups like the Super Bell, which grants catlike abilities, like climbing and scratching. Work together locally* or online** with up to three other players to reach the goal…and to see who can get a high score.”
“The Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury game features the same great co-op gameplay, creative levels and power-ups as the original game, but also so much more. Additional details about what fun things this game has to offer will be revealed soon!“
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury Trailer
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For more information information on this upcoming Switch title, you can check out Nintendo’s official web page for the game.
For more great games coming to Switch, check out my coverage of The Good Life.
- Jan 5, 2021
The developers of Sky: Children of the Light have updated their release date for the Switch, and revealed a new trailer!
Sky: Children of the Light is definitely one of the more aesthetically pleasing indie games currently making its way to the Nintendo Switch. The game puts you in the role of Child of the Light, and it is your duty to team up with other children (online friends) to explore the mysterious lands that surround you, and return all of the fallen stars to their home constellations. It is set to be a relaxing adventure meant to bring peace and joy to all who attempt to endeavor.
About Sky: Children of the Light
In Sky, the kingdom used to have skies full of stars and constellations. You wake up as a Child of Light. It’s up to you to find and restore the fallen stars. This is no easy task, though, and you’ll need to team up with other players.
The developers describe the game as a “social adventure.” The intention of playing with others is to share heartfelt moments with them. Along with completing the game, you can also just socialize. There’s a big focus on friendship.
You can collect musical instruments and find special music sheets. You can also collect items to customize your character. There will be seasonal events and items. There are also plans to make more chapters (games) for the world of Sky.
New Trailer
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The developers have set a general date for Spring 2021 for release on the Switch.
For more information on Sky: Children of the Light, you can check out the official Nintendo website. For more great games coming soon to the Nintendo Switch, check out my coverage of The Good Life.
- Jan 1, 2021
The president & CEO of Natsume has announced that Harvest Moon: One World will be coming to Xbox One, as well as PS4 and Nintendo Switch.
Harvest Moon One World follows the success of Harvest Moon Light of Hope, the game received mediocre review scores but eventually became a best selling game and offered plenty of charm as we came to expect and love from Harvest Moon titles.
In One World, the player will be able to discover friendly already known and new faces in the local town. However, this time around you can travel outside of your village and discover new places and people from all around the world.
According to Natsume you can sunbathe on the beautiful beaches of Halo Halo and even visit the snowy mountains of Salmikakki. There will be an entire world for you to explore! Of course you can bring home seeds and souvenirs from different places all over the world.
Announced for Xbox One
In a recent “Happy New Year” announcement, the head of the company mentioned that this iteration in the Harvest Moon series would be adding Xbox One to the list consoles upon which the game will be released. The announcement reads:
“We have a truly exciting title to be released in early 2021. As already announced, we will be releasing the latest Harvest Moon title, Harvest Moon: One World for Switch and PS4 on March 2, 2021 in the US and for Switch on March 5, 2021 in Europe by our long time publishing partner, Rising Star Games.“
“Harvest Moon: One World is the biggest Harvest Moon game in its history having wide areas and exciting villages to explore while experiencing a farming life. Harvest Moon: One World will also be available for the Xbox One in the US, with a release date announcement in the near future.“
Harvest Moon: One World Trailer
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For more information about Harvest Moon: One World, you can check out my coverage here.
For more great games coming in 2021, check out my coverage of SkateBird.
