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Right off the bat, South of Midnight distinguishes itself from many other action games due to its unique backdrop: the American Deep South. This narrative unfolds in a fictional town named Prospero, where we find Hazel, a young woman, and her mother, Lacy. Tragedy strikes when a hurricane destroys their home and takes Lacy away. In an effort to rescue the one dearest to her heart, Hazel embarks on a voyage that ultimately reveals hidden truths about her family lineage, loved ones, and even herself.

But what hardly anyone had on their radar was a brand-new Donkey Kong title.

During a recent question-and-answer session, Tetsuya Sasaki, Senior Director from the Nintendo Switch 2 Technology Development Division, explained that the decision to switch from OLED to LCD was made due to the inability of the OLED system to incorporate desired features such as High Dynamic Range (HDR). This change, according to him, was the appropriate choice. [IGN reported this information.]

As a dedicated gamer, I’m excitedly counting down the days to the upcoming game update! It’s scheduled for the first weekend in April, so it’ll fall somewhere between April 4th and April 6th. The developer shared on Twitter that we can expect some cool new features over the weekend, even posting a sneak peek of some fresh additions to our game world. These include a cozy grandfather clock, a sturdy safe, assorted bottles of spirits, and gleaming gold bars.

However, the official Trello board for Schedule 1 shows that the developer is breaking down issues into ideas for monthly updates and smaller improvements they plan to make. Unfortunately, it’s unclear at this point which specific features might be included in the next update. But rest assured, I’m eagerly awaiting the arrival of these new additions!

It has been revealed that the Nintendo Switch 2 incorporates both DLSS technology for image enhancement and ray-tracing. Nevertheless, Nintendo remains secretive about the specifics, as the technical specifications continue to describe it as a console powered by an unspecified Nvidia custom processor, suggesting that Nintendo is keeping quiet about how these technologies will be utilized in the new portable system.

Nintendo Treehouse Live: Switch 2 Showcase will stream live on the company’s Twitch and YouTube channels on April 3 (7 a.m.) and April 4 (10 a.m.). Each session will last for several hours, offering a glimpse into numerous upcoming Switch 2 games.

The Switch 2 brings a substantial advancement by offering handheld gaming at 1080p resolution up to 120 frames per second, plus HDR and 4K output in the docked mode. Novel features include an advanced camera accessory for GameChat and a revamped Pro Controller with extra buttons and an audio jack. Notably, it will also accommodate mouse input (through the JoyCon 2) for compatible games, underscoring their continued commitment to inventive, quirky hardware.

In this setting, you find yourself initially all by yourself within a dense forest. The darkness veils your surroundings, and the eerie creaking of branches is the only sound breaking the silence, with menacing owls being the sole evidence of life. Our unnamed hero appears uneasy, even the tranquil pastel hues of the forest seem foreboding. However, everything shifts when you stumble upon a dog trapped in a snare. A significant change occurs, partially due to the dog’s luminescent nose that illuminates the shadows, much like Zero from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, but not deceased.

Amongst the unveilings during the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct showcase, Duskbloods wasn’t my top pick, but it could potentially be the most impactful one. With FromSoftware releasing their upcoming game exclusively on Nintendo’s forthcoming platform, it’s shaping up to be one of the most eagerly awaited console launches ever. This collaboration seems tailor-made and could certainly boost Nintendo’s appeal among fence-sitters prior to the Switch 2’s launch.

To set the record straight, the Switch 2 is indeed expected to sell in massive quantities. However, I can’t help but miss the extraordinary advancements that typically marked each new generation of Nintendo systems. Let’s take a stroll down memory lane and remember when every Nintendo console wasn’t simply an improvement, it was a game-changer.