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Review: Star Wars Pinball (Nintendo Switch)

September 17, 2019

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Review by Nick H. The newly released Star Wars Pinball for the Nintendo Switch is an impressive collection of tables that serves to bring the entire package together in a different way than the usual offerings from Zen Studios. Some of those new ideas work better than others, but on…

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September 16, 2019

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This podcast was recorded two weeks ago, ahead of Matt heading off to Japan for TGS, but we’ve picked some pretty timeless topics that will never die for your listening pleasure. Game reviews: should they be objective (why this one won’t just die is beyond us)? Also Pokemon! And Matt…

Review: AI: The Somnium Files (Sony PlayStation 4)

September 16, 2019

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Review by Matt S. Given that AI: The Somnium Files comes from the same mind that brought us the Zero Escape series (Uchikoshi Kotaro), you should go in expecting two things: firstly, an incredible narrative. Secondly, a laboured effort at throwing “gameplay” into the storytelling. Uchikoshi has never appeared to…

TGS 2019 interview: On taking Atelier in a new direction

September 16, 2019

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Interview by Matt S. Three Atelier titles in a single year is a lot. Even to me, an avid fan that has never given less than 4.5/5 for any entry in the series. I love them because they’re wholesome, charming, “comfort food” experiences, and while I came to the party…

The catch-up coffee: Monday, September 16, 2019

September 15, 2019

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News by Lindsay M., News Editor Welcome to Digitally Downloaded’s regular catch-up news feature. With each issue we will bring you the best news that you may have missed. Grab the biggest mug you’ve got, fill it with your favourite brew, and catch up with us (and our favourite news…

I went hands-on with Hatsune Miku on Switch at TGS… very hands-on!

September 13, 2019

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Preview by Matt S. A highlight of Tokyo Game Show was the demo for Hatsune Miku: Project Diva Mega39; a rhythm game in development for Nintendo Switch. Yeah, okay, that’s me being understated. I love Hatsune Miku so, so much, and finally getting to play with her on my Switch…

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September 13, 2019

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Video by Matt S. Utawarerumono is one of the most underappreciated properties out there. A gorgeous blend of Ainu (native Japanese) aesthetics and JRPG sensibilities, it’s a series that everyone should play if they like their games to be distinct and original. Utawarerumono Zan is the first spin-off for the…

Review: Utawarerumono Zan (Sony PlayStation 4)

September 13, 2019

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Review by Matt S. Utawarerumono might be my favourite property that almost no one is aware of. It’s followed a similar trajectory as the Fate series, albeit at a much more niche rate; it was once an adult visual novel, sex scenes and all, but then went “legitimate” with mainstream…

Square Enix shares loads of FF Chronicles Remastered Edition

September 13, 2019

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News by Lindsay M. It seems like just yesterday I was writing about Final Fantasy Chronicles Remastered Edition… oh wait, that’s because I was! Earlier this week Square Enix announced the title’s release date, but thanks to the Tokyo Game Show we now have a good amount of screenshots to…

Five things I love about Tokyo Game Show

September 12, 2019

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Opinion by Matt S. This year is the fifth consecutive year that I’ve attended TGS, and it’s become something that I don’t even question – every year I am coming back to go to this event. I don’t come for the news, since not that much is actually announced at…

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