[male VO] -Welcome to Nintendo Monthly Rewind,
our official recap of the news you won't want to miss [funky pop music]
each month and where to find it.
February is over, and we've got major news. [music fades]
This month brought us the first full Nintendo Direct since 2019. [smooth synthwave music]
We unveiled the next fighter from the
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighters Pass Volume 2, Pyra & Mythra.
Plus, we revealed that none other than
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD,
the entry set at the earliest point in the series' timeline,
is bringing its sword-swinging gameplay
to the Nintendo Switch system.
And, before the dust settled, we even got our first look
at the newly announced Splatoon 3 game.
Woo! Me?
Oh, I'm just pumped, that's all.
This jam-packed Nintendo Direct also featured many exciting
game announcements from development
and publishing partners,
including Star Wars: Hunters
a squad-based, online multiplayer game
set between Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
and Star Wars: The Force Awakens,
Knockout City, where epic dodgeball battles
settle the score in team-based multiplayer,
and the hit party game Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout.
And that's just a taste,
you can see the full Nintendo Direct at Nintendo.com.
And speaking of presentations,
the February 2021 edition of Pokémon Presents,
launched over on The Official Pokémon YouTube channel.
It gave us a fresh look at New Pokémon Snap,
and, the newly announced remakes of the Pokémon Diamond and Pokémon Pearl games,
which were originally released
for the Nintendo DS system in Japan fifteen years ago.
In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl,
you'll choose between Turtwig, Chimchar, or Piplup
as your partner Pokémon,
and set out on a journey across the Sinnoh region.
Both games will launch simultaneously
around the world late this year.
Also, GAME FREAK is aiming to break new ground
for the Pokémon series with the new action-RPG adventure
Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
In this game, you'll take one of three Pokémon
Rowlet, Cyndaquil, or Oshawott
as your partner Pokémon on a quest to build
the first Pokédex in the history of the Sinnoh region.
The game launches globally early next year.
Early February also had its share of surprise announcements.
Apex Legends, the free-to-play Battle Royale,
was announced for Nintendo Switch,
complete with cross-platform play
and the latest seasonal content.
Also coming to Nintendo Switch,
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time.
And, it's about time!
We can't wait to run, jump, and wump
through this one while using those mind-bending new powers.
Fire Emblem fans,
don't miss your chance to hear some of your favorite
Fire Emblem voice actors, talk to an owl?
Join Chief Fehnix for this candid,
in-depth discussion
with a few of the voices that helped bring the series to life.
If you're looking for a hoot,
check out Fire Emblem Castle Conversations
over on our Nintendo Mobile YouTube channel.
And, until the end of March, you still have a chance
to purchase the first game in the series,
Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon and the Blade of Light.
This month also kicked off the Snow Tour
in the Mario Kart Tour game.
It's as co-o-ol as it sounds, and so is the recently released update
that includes new multiplayer features, and more.
From the Team Attack option in team races,
to the new Kart Pro feature,
in which you try to win 3 in a row in standard
or gold races to earn in-game rewards.
Don't forget to check out the new filters
added to Auto mode too,
where you can snap photos as you race.
Veterans will also appreciate the level cap increase
from 6 to 7 for higher base scores.
And do not forget the daily login bonuses for all players.
Welcome back to the big race on App Store and Google Play.
February was a huge month for game releases.
The Bravely Default II game is finally here.
This brand-new entry in the series
features a new story and characters,
so it's a perfect place for players new to the franchise to jump in.
Plus, the developer has
implemented improvements based on player feedback,
including difficulty balancing, and more.
So, try out the updated demo available now on Nintendo eShop.
And, guess what else launched this month?
Super Mario 3D World Plus Bowser's Fury,
Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection,
Little Nightmares II,
Persona 5 Strikers,
and Blue Fire.
Also, Nintendo Switch Online members
gained access to four newly added games:
Doomsday Warrior,
Prehistorik Man,
Fire 'n Ice,
and the Japanese version of Psycho Dream.
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That's all for this month's Nintendo Monthly Rewind. [jazzy pop music]
To keep up with all things Nintendo,
or to check out more info on what you heard today, or both!
Head over to the channels listed on-screen.
And, be sure to check out news right on your device.
It's already March, so I guess I'll see you again soon!