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In a surprising move, Square Enix’s critically acclaimed tactical RPG, Triangle Strategy, has been temporarily delisted from the Nintendo eShop. The game, which has garnered praise for its engaging turn-based combat and epic storyline, is no longer available for purchase on the platform.
However, Square Enix has assured players who have already purchased the game that they can still download and play it at their leisure.
The sudden removal has left many fans puzzled, as no official reason has been provided by Square Enix. The publisher simply stated that the game is “temporarily unavailable” and that they are working on resolving the issue.
This situation is reminiscent of a similar incident earlier this year when Octopath Traveler was temporarily delisted from the eShop before returning with a change in publisher from Nintendo to Square Enix.
Speculation is rife among the gaming community about the reasons behind the delisting. Some believe it could be related to licensing issues or a potential move to bring Triangle Strategy to other platforms such as PS5 and Xbox.
This theory is supported by Square Enix’s recent efforts to expand its games to a wider audience.
While the gaming community eagerly awaits more information, Square Enix has promised to provide updates as soon as the game is available for purchase again. In the meantime, fans can still enjoy Triangle Strategy on Steam, where it is currently on sale.
Square Enix announced that Triangle Strategy was back on the Nintendo eShop, but did not entered into details on why it was needed the temporarily delisting.
It is still strongly suggested that a change of publisher ahead of more ports coming this year as the main quite reason.
In a significant announcement, Nintendo has revealed that the Nintendo Switch eShop and all online services will be discontinued in China by 2026. This decision will impact millions of gamers in the region, marking the end of an era for Nintendo’s presence in the Chinese market.
The Chinese Nintendo eShop will stop selling games and software by March 31, 2026 and after this date, all titles, including paid and free games, will no longer be available for purchase or download followed by the ability to download titles, redeem codes, and access DLC and other network elements by May 15, 2026.
To soften the blow, Nintendo, in collaboration with Tencent, is offering up to four free games to players with active WeChat accounts tied to their Nintendo Switch consoles. This offer is available from November 27, 2024, until March 31, 2026. Eligible games include popular titles like Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Pokémon Let’s Go! Pikachu.
For context, the Nintendo Switch was launched in China in 2020 through a partnership with Tencent, a major player in the Chinese tech industry. Since then, several older Nintendo Switch titles have been localized for the Chinese market.
However, unspecified changes in Tencent’s business operations have led to the decision to end online services in the region by Nintendo simply not renewing their partnership.
The news has been met with mixed reactions from the gaming community. While some players are disappointed by the loss of online services, others are appreciative of the compensation offered by Nintendo. Many are hopeful that this move will lead to improvements in the services offered in other regions.
Pokémon TCG Pocket has launched its first-ever Mass Outbreak Event, and it’s all about Fire-type Pokémon! Running from November 22 to November 28, 2024, this event offers players a chance to collect rare Fire-type cards through Wonder Picks.
During the event, Fire-type Pokémon cards will appear in both Rare and Bonus Wonder Picks. Some of the cards you might find include Arcanine EX, Charizard, and Moltres. To participate, players will need to use Wonder Stamina for Rare Picks, while Bonus Picks are free and offer a chance to snag some valuable cards without spending stamina.
In addition to the card collection, there are special missions to complete, which reward players with Wonder Hourglasses and other items. Completing these missions can help you gather more cards and enhance your collection.
Don’t miss out on the limited-time Arcanine EX Circles Flair (Battle: Yellow), which can be obtained by exchanging three Arcanine EX cards and 720 Shinedust. This flair is a great way to show off your collection in battles!
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers have a new treat to enjoy as Donkey Kong Land is now available on the subscription service! This classic Game Boy title, originally released in 1995, brings the beloved side-scrolling adventure of Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong to the Nintendo Switch.
Donkey Kong Land offers a condensed version of the gameplay found in the SNES classic Donkey Kong Country, with unique level designs and boss fights. Players will team up with Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong to defeat King K. Rool and collect bananas scattered across Donkey Kong Island.
This addition to the Nintendo Switch Online library is part of Nintendo’s ongoing effort to bring nostalgic titles to modern platforms. Fans of the Donkey Kong series can look forward to even more content, as Donkey Kong Country Returns HD is set to launch on the Switch in January 2025.
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