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Aug 20, 2019
The winning games chosen by the Gamescom jury were announced during Opening Night Live last night and we here at myPotatoGameGames are so happy for everyone mentioned below! Especially some of our favorite indie games that we have been rooting for such as Planet Zoo and Concrete Genie! Gamescom Awards honor the best games and products premiering at the event that are submitted by game developers, and are reviewed by an independent international jury of experts. The winners chosen by the public have yet to be announced during a live-stream on Saturday, August 24th, 2019 (Gamescom’s last day). You can still vote for your favorites on the show-floor such as “Best Booth” or the Gamescom “Most Wanted“ if you find yourself in Colognes, Germany!
Best Action Adventure Game
- Winner: Blacksad: Under the Skin (Astragon)
- Concrete Genie (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (Nintendo)
Best Action Game
- Winner: Doom Eternal (ZeniMax Germany)
- Borderlands 3 (2K)
- Marvel’s Avengers (Square Enix)
Best Family Game
- Winner: Concrete Genie (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Dreams (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo)
Best Racing Game
- Winner: Grid (Koch Media)
- Hot Wheels Infinite Loop (Mattel)
- Need for Speed Heat (Electronic Arts)
Best Role Playing Game
- Winner: Wasteland 3 (Koch Media)
- Final Fantasy VII Remake (Square Enix)
- Pokemon Sword and Shield (Nintendo)
Best Simulation Game
- Winner: Planet Zoo (Frontier)
- Barotrauma (Daedalic Entertainment)
- NBA 2K20 (2K)
Best Sports Game
- Winner: Roller Champions (Ubisoft)
- FIFA 20 (Electronic Arts)
- eFootball PES 2020 (Konami)
Best Strategy Game
- Winner: Desperados III (THQ Nordic)
- Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition (Microsoft)
- Foundation (Polymorph Games)
Most Original Game
- Winner: Dreams (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Concrete Genie (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Felix The Reaper (Daedalic Entertainment)
Best Xbox One Game
- Winner: Gears 5 (Microsoft)
- Bleeding Edge (Microsoft)
- Borderlands 3 (2K)
Best Nintendo Switch Game
- Winner: The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (Nintendo)
- Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Nintendo)
- Pokemon Sword and Shield (Nintendo)
Best PlayStation 4 Game
- Winner: Dreams (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Concrete Genie (Sony Interactive Entertainment)
- Final Fantasy VII Remake (Square Enix)
Best Mobile Game
- Winner: Battle Chasers: Nightwar (HandyGames)
- Hot Wheels Infinite Loop (Mattel)
- Lock’s Quest (HandyGames)
Best PC Game
- Winner: Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint (Ubisoft)
- Borderlands 3 (2K)
- Doom Eternal (ZeniMax Germany)
Again, huge congratulations to all of the winners! If you missed some of the announcements during Gamescom 2019 Opening Night Live and Nintendo’s Indie World Showcase, you might want to check out some of the most wholesome games revealed here: Design, Build and Gather All Across the Universe in Kerbal 2, PHOGS! Is Double Doggo Action, and Care For Doggies And Find Love In Best Friend Forever.
- Jun 14, 2019
Nintendo has dropped the ball once again at this years E3 gaming convention in Los Angeles. With many new announcement, tons of gameplay and long awaited Animal Crossing New Horizons reveal, the big N sure had a lot to share with its fans. Today the company released a guide to every Nintendo game coming to Switch up until March 2020.
The long list released by the gaming giant today features gems like Pokemon Sword and Shield, Luigis Mansion 3, Final Fantasy VII -Remastered, Dragon Qust Builders, Zelda Links Awakening and of course Animal Crossing New Leaf.
It is definitely a great time to own a Nintendo Switch with so many great games on the way. If you already own a Switch or know someone that does, make sure to also take a looksie at our fathers day gift guide for Dad Gamers, as well as all the Nintendo Switch accessories you didn’t know you needed!
Of course there are also plenty of indie games among the titles coming this year as well as early next year. Check out our favorite indie games announced during E3 this year.
- Jun 6, 2019
Animal Crossing Switch is one of the most anticipated game of 2019. No official information have been released since the official announcement where Nintendo declared the existence of the village simulator. Today a rather official video emerged declaring the unfortunate delay of Animal Crossing for Nintendo Switch. But rest assured, Animal Crossing Switch is not delayed.
Rumors have been circulating around Animal Crossing Switch for months now. With names like Animal Crossing – Welcome Home, Island Life and others appearing almost on the daily. Fans of the game are holding their breath for this years E3 where Nintendo will hopefully show us some gameplay and provide us with a release date, just like we received for the upcoming Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield.
The video that was released today features development head Shinya Takahashi who apparently talks about Animal Crossing Switch and it being delayed due to quality issues of the game as seen in the cleverly written subtitles of the video.
However some internet troll trying to upset the (understandably) impatient Animal Crossing community, used the Metroid Prime 4 video in which Nintendo announced that the game would undergo a complete reboot due to the company being unhappy with the quality of the game.
So no, do not panic, Animal Crossing Switch has not been delayed. While there is a chance it could still be delayed, Nintendo recently confirmed in a call to its investors that Animal Crossing Switch is still slated to be released in 2019 along with Pokemon Sword and Shield and other Nintendo games.
You can watch the troll video below.
- May 9, 2019
It has been confirmed that Nintendo will have Animal Crossing Switch coverage at the E3 conference.
At this years E3, Nintendo plans to hold a Direct that will cover the release of all the popular games coming to the Nintendo Switch. Many wonderful titles will be making an appearance at the Direct, including the ever-illusive Animal Crossing for the Nintendo Switch! You read right, the news we have been dying for is just around the corner.
Looks we will finally be learning everything that we need to know about the release this auspicious title! This news couldn’t come at a better time considering that we may also be seeing a smaller, and less costly, version of the Switch on the market soon! The combination of the two will breathe new life into the Animal Crossing community like nothing before!
Other titles on the list for discussion are Mario Maker 2, Pokemon Sword and Shield and The Legend of Zelda: Links Awakening. Although all titles will be amazing additions to our Nintendo libraries, it is the imminent news of AC Switch that has us at myPotatoGames reeling with joy! The news will be aired at 9 a.m. PT on June 11th, right at the start of the E3 conference.
We can’t wait for E3!!!! For more information about Nintendo’s presence at the E3 conference, check out their website!
- Apr 9, 2019
We’re not even halfway through the year and the games keep on coming! There have been quite a few announcements from us of indie projects in the making or with set release dates that you may have forgotten. We at myPotatoGames have compiled a list of our favorite games and most recent news with their dates and platforms so you can mark them on your calendars!
If you haven’t the time to play all of these wonderful titles, we’ve narrowed them done by categories so you can decide what you like the most in your games. Most games will fit in multiple categories but we’ve let you know where the main focus seems to lie.
Games for Cat Lovers
We wanted to emphasize that there will be games where you can either be a cat or pet and play with cats. Most games below are about farming and exploring but cats will always get a special mention from us!
- Calico – 2020 – Steam, PC and Mac, and potential for consoles
- Snacko – TBD 2021 – PC and Nintendo Switch
- Cat Quest II – 2019 – PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4, and mobiles
- Little Friends: Dogs & Cats – Spring 2019 – Nintendo Switch
- Mineko’s Night Market – 2019 – PC, Mac, and Nintendo Switch
Calico 
Snacko 
Cat Quest II 
Little Friends 
Mineko’s Night Market
Games that are Remakes or Switch Ports
Many games are either being remade/remastered or simply being ported to the Nintendo Switch which is definitely still exciting. Rune Factory 4 Special for example was originally on the Nintendo 3DS and will be getting the new addition of the Newlywed Mode. Click on the links in the titles for more.
- Rune Factory 4 Special – 2019 – Nintendo Switch
- Crash Team Racing – June 21st, 2019 – PS4, Xbox One, and Switch
- Cuphead – April 18th, 2019 – Nintendo Switch
Rune Factory 4 Special 
Crash Team Racing 
Cuphead
Games for Zelda Fans
The Legend of Zelda may not be getting a new core game anytime soon but there are still great things in store with the series! Link’s Awakening, a remaster from the original Game Boy game, looks quite charming, and the Cadence of Hyrule spin-off is an interesting choice for a mash-up. Tunic, has a cute lovable fox that looks like Link and was heavily inspired by the series.
- Cadence of Hyrule – Spring 2019 – Nintendo Switch
- Tunic – TBD 2019 – PC, Steam, and Xbox One
- The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening – 2019 – Nintendo Switch
Cadence of Hyrule 
Link’s Awakening 
Tunic
Games with Monster/Creature Pets
If your favorite part about farming games are raising the animals or you like to be able to capture or befriend monsters/creatures, then these games are for you! In Ooblets, you get to actually “grow” said creatures in your garden.
- Re:Legend – TBD – PC, PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch
- Ooblets – TBD – PC, Steam, and Xbox One
- Pokemon Sword and Shield – Late 2019 – Nintendo Switch
- Village Monsters – May 2019 – PC, Linux, and Mac
Re:Legend 
Ooblets 
Village Monsters 
Pokemon Sword and Shield
Games for Animal Crossing Fans
What makes an Animal Crossing game so great is all of its features combined with customization, decorating, and performing daily activities. However, what really stands out is its socializing aspect. In these games you will be able to interact with all of the townsfolk and make new friends!
- Littlewood – May 2019 – PC and Nintendo Switch
- Sunvale – TBD 2020 – PC, Linux, Mac, and potential for consoles
- Hokko Life – TBD – PC and potential for Switch and mobile
Littlewood 
Sunvale 
Hokko Life
Games with Crafting/Building & Exploration
You might enjoy being able to build or create objects with items you have found by foraging and traversing wondrous landscapes. If so, check out the games below.
- Dragon Quest Builders 2 – July 12th, 2019 – PS4 and Switch
- Dwarrows – TBD – Xbox One, PC, and Mac
- Stranded Sails – Q2 2019 – PC, Steam, and Switch (later date)
- The Snack World Trejarers Gold – 2019 – Nintendo Switch
Dragon Quest Builders 2 
Dwarrows 
Snack World 
Stranded Sails
Games with a Large Focus on Farming
These games offer many things to do on your farmstead with crops and animals to care for. These are games similar to the ones we all love; Harvest Moon and Story of Seasons. However, Atomicrops has added the use of guns and fighting off mutants in your gardens so click below for details.
- Atomicrops – 2019 – PC and consoles
- My Time at Portia – April 16th, 2019 – PS4, Xbox One, Switch
- Alchemy Story – Summer 2019 – PC and Steam
Atomicrops 
My Time at Portia 
Alchemy Story
Games with Platforming or Puzzles
Platform games have a lot of precisely-timed jumps and puzzles to solve to progress further in the levels. From Etherborn’s anti-gravity mechanic, to Super Mario Maker 2’s ability to create your own courses, these games all offer more than your average games in the genre.
- Etherborn – Spring 2019 – PC, Switch, PS4, and Xbox One
- Super Mario Maker 2 – June 2019 – Nintendo Switch
- Songbird Symphony – July 25th, 2019 – Switch, PS4, and PC
- Rock Bottom – TBD 2020 – Steam, PC, and potential for consoles
Etherborn 
Super Mario Maker 2 
Rock Bottom 
Songbird Symphony
Games with Unique Twists
It’s a little harder to describe these games as they have combined elements and genres together to form quite a unique gaming experience. Untitled Goose Game is one such game where you play as an annoying goose, and sneak up and play mean tricks on villagers.
- Untitled Goose Game – TBD 2019 – PC and Nintendo Switch
- ReadySet Heroes – 2019 – PS4 exclusive
- Dreams – 2019 – PS4 exclusive
Untitled Goose Game 
ReadySet Heroes 
Dreams
Hopefully you have found this guide helpful and don’t forget to click on the links provided for more information on every game. Stay tuned as we announce more new and exciting games coming our way!
- Mar 20, 2019
The big N has announced, during this Nintendo Nindies, all of their upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch. See below for a list including release dates all showing dates of no later than this summer!
Nintendo has just announced on March 20th, 2019 all of their upcoming indie games for the Nintendo Switch. We have highlighted below everything you need to know about these games releasing by the end of this summer.
Cuphead
Cuphead will be ported to Nintendo Switch and is available for pre-order today. Developed by Studio MDHR, this classic co-operative, action, arcade and platformer game is releasing on April 18th, 2019. Play as Cuphead and Mugman and pay back your debt to the devil.
Overland
Developed by Finji, this strategy and adventure game is releasing this Fall 2019. Fight, scavenge and make other hard choices in order to survive this post-apocalyptic world.
My Friend Pedro
This action game is an exclusive for the Nintendo Switch, developed by Deadtoast and is releasing in June 2019. It’s about violence, destruction and a talking banana.
Neo Cab
Developed by Chance Agency, this adventure and simulation game is releasing this Summer 2019. Play as Lina, the last human driver, and interact with a slew of passengers.
The Red Lantern
Developed by Timberline Studio, this dog-sledding game is a story-driven adventure that will be releasing later this year. You play as The Musher along with your team of dogs and train for a race through Alaska.
Darkwood
Developed by Acid Wizard, this horror action-adventure and RPG game is releasing in May 2019. Craft weapons, prepare traps and fortify your hideouts before dark because that’s when the monsters come out.
Katana Zero
Available for pre-order now and developed by Akiisoft, this action, strategy and platformer game is releasing on April 18th, 2019. Kill your enemies of few different ways including manipulating time.
Rad
Developed by Double Fine Productions, this action game is releasing this Summer 2019. Save the world from its barren wasteland state and learn interesting new abilities.
Creature in the Well
Nintendo’s world exclusive trailer revealed this action-adventure game developed by Flight School Studio which is releasing this Summer 2019. Fight off attacks and have them bounce off multiple obstacles in a way that’s reminiscent of pinball.
Bloodroots
Developed by Paper Cult, this top-down action game is releasing this Summer 2019. Play as Mr. Wolf and enact your revenge.
Pine
Developed by Twirlbound, this 3rd-person action adventure game, where you have to craft and barter to survive, is releasing in August 2019. Play as a boy named Hue and find a new home for your tribe.
Super Crate Box
Developed by Vlambeer and is an arcade game, where the multiplayer feature is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch, is releasing in April 2019. Fight co-operatively or competitively against tons of enemies.
Nuclear Throne
Developed by Vlambeer, this action, arcade and rogue-like game is available today. Fight against mutants and other monsters in this post-apocalyptic world.
Ultra Bugs
Ultra Bugs is the first of many games that will be part of Vlambeer Arcade and will be releasing later this year. Pilot a ship and fight off swarms of space-bugs.
Swim Sanity
Developed by Decoy Games, this underwater shooter, co-op and online multiplayer game is releasing this Summer 2019. Complete challenges and collect orbs.
Blaster Master Zero II
Developed by Inti Creates Co and Sunsoft. this action-adventure sequel game is available today. Play as Jason and venture through space to save Eve.
Stranger Things The Game
Developed together by BonusXP and Netflix, this retro-style game, that will revolve around the events of Season 3, will be releasing on July 4th, 2019 which is the same day the TV show will release on Netflix.
Cadence of Hyrule
Which brings us to one of the games that we here at myPotatoGames are most excited about; the surprise announcement of Cadence of Hyrule – Crypt of the NecroDancer Featuring the Legend of Zelda, developed by Brace Yourself Games in partnership with Nintendo. You get to play as Cadence, from the Crypt of the NecroDancer game, along with Link and Zelda. This action-adventure game, which is set to release this Spring 2019, will feature 25 remixed classic Zelda songs as you rhythmically battle in randomly generated dungeons.
Firewatch and Yoku’s Island Express are among the many games that will be on sale today on the Nintendo eShop here in celebration of all indie games as was mentioned by Nintendo in their showcase.
Let us know what you were most excited to see and which games you will be playing this year. If you missed the last Nintendo Direct on February 27th, 2019, you can check it out here as we talk about Pokemon Sword and Shield.
- Dec 12, 2020
For those of you thinking about gifting the fam-liest console on the market, here is everything you might need.
It is really never too early to start planning for the holidays. So many gifts to find and wrap before that big, preparation is key. Well, we at myPotatoGames have decided to help make it just a bit easier to do this, that is if you plan on getting a Switch or anything Switch themed this season. With this list, you could even put together the ultimate Nintendo Switch package, if you so chose!
The Switch itself!
The first piece of equipment you would need for the ultimate Switch bundle would, of course, be the Nintendo Switch itself. The one thing you need to decide first is which model you would like to gift. There are currently two different models, both with custom colors and bundle options. Here are a few options for you to check out and get you started sown the right path.
Original Switch – $299 (click here)
Animal Crossing New Horizons Edition – $299 (click here)
Nintendo Switch Lite – $199 (click here)
Mario Kart 8 Bundle – $430 – (click here)
Best games on the market.
Once you’ve got the console itself, you are going to need some pretty sweet games to play on it. No matter what your style, or the style of those you gift to, there is sure to be a game on Switch that fits you. Here are just a few of the top selling games on Switch right now.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons (click here)
Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield
Sword (click here) Shield (click here)Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (click here)
Mario Kart Home Circuit (click here)
Super Mario 3D All-Stars (click here)
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (click here)
Minecraft (click here)
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (click here)
Splatoon 2 (click here)
Yoshi’s Crafted World (click here)
Super Mario Odyssey (click here)
Super Mario Maker 2 (click here)
Some accessories might come in handy!
Last but certainly not least, you may just need a few attachments to go with your awesome new piece of hardware. There are many different options to help streamline your experience with the Nintendo Switch. You may buy them in single pieces as you need them, or just go ahead and get a huge bundle to cover all bases. You never know when you might need a JoyCon steering wheel or Tennis racket.
Nintendo Switch Accessories Bundle – $70 – (Click here)
Screen Protector – $8 – (Click here)
Carrying Case – $13 – (click here)
Pro Controller – $30 – (click here)
SD Card for Extra Memory
128GB – $16 – (click here)
256GB – $32 – (click here)Steering Wheel – $14 – (click here)
Small bundle w/ Tennis Racket – $39 – (click here)
- Jun 2, 2020
The Pokemon Company has released a new video detailing what’s to be included in The Isle Of Armor expansion pass.
Pokemon Sword & Shield is the most recent game to be released in the Pokemon series, and it continues grow. The upcoming expansion pass, called The Isle of Armor, will add many new features, areas and Pokemon. The expansion pass will officially release on June 17th, and will cost $29.99.
In addition to new Pokemon, we will also see some Galarian forms of Pokemon that we are already familiar with. The Isle of Armor will be an all new location in the Galar region, and will include a new gym to conquer. The will also be a few new features added to the game, which were outlined by the Pokemon Company, and are as follows…
New features from the expansion pass.
Cram-o-matic — The dojo on the Isle of Armor houses a unique take on recycling in the form of a device called the Cram-o-matic. If players feed it four items, it will combine them and give out a new item in exchange. Trainers can receive any of a variety of items, including Poké Balls, PP Ups, and more. Some combinations might even produce rare items.
Tutor Moves — Completely new tutor moves will also be available on the Isle of Armor. Trainers can have their Pokémon learn them in exchange for Armorite Ore, a substance that can be found on the Isle of Armor through Max Raid Battles and other means. Burning Jealousy is a new Fire-type move that can be taught starting with these expansions. When it hits, it deals damage to all opposing Pokémon and burns all opposing Pokémon that have had their stats boosted during the turn. Grassy Glide is a new Grass-type move that can be taught starting with these expansions. This move has high priority when used on Grassy Terrain.
Max Soup — Max Soup is a special dish made from rare ingredients you can gather on the Isle of Armor. If a Pokémon with great hidden potential drinks Max Soup, it will become a special Pokémon capable of Gigantamaxing. Some Pokémon that Trainers are already traveling with may also gain the ability to Gigantamax.
Isle of Armor Video
The Isle of Armor is one of two expansion passes that have been announced thus far. The second, The Crown Tundra, will be released sometime this fall.
For more information on The Isle of Armor, be sure to stay tuned to the Pokemon Company official Twitter account.
You can also check out the official Pokemon website.
