Last week, something slipped under the radar—a hidden gem for arcade aficionados: the game "Vs Mystery Tower," which accompanies the Famicom import "Mystery Tower," popped up in the Archives.
Today is quite a significant milestone for me. It’s been ten years since I set up home in my current apartment and the same amount of time since Neal approached me with the opportunity to start writing for NWR. So, what’s on the horizon this week? Perhaps a reissue of Chrono Trigger? Maybe we’re getting the preload for Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition—oh right, that’s dropping on Thursday. Could we have a special version of MLB 2025 where the Toronto Blue Jays dominate like the legendary 1927 Yankees? The early access comes out on Friday, but sadly, the Jays don’t seem to have hit their stride in it. So, what’s in store for us this week?
Honestly, not much seems captivating unless you count the new adventure game "On Your Tail," but its release is currently confirmed only for Europe, leaving me wondering about its North American debut. Meanwhile, Japan is seeing a slew of comic apps, alongside the possibility that "Fate: Reawakened" might fill the void for those who are still holding their breath for Silksong.
North America
Here’s what’s hitting the shelves:
- Is It Wrong To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon? Familia Myth: Full Land of Water and Light – $49.99 | C$64.99
- Fate: Reawakened – $24.99 | $31.99 (out Wednesday)
- Moorhuhn Kart 4 – $24.99
- The Phantom – $22.99 | $32.49 (out Wednesday)
- Beyond the Ice Palace 2 – $19.99 | $25.99 (out Tuesday)
- Centum – $14.99 | $21.55 (out Tuesday)
- Be Brave, Barb! – $14.99 | $19.99 (out Wednesday)
- Expelled! – $14.99 | $19.99 (also drops Wednesday)
Plus, you’ll find some lighter fare like:
- Escape Site 13 – $14.99 | $21.51
- Trap Yuri Garden – $14.99 | $19.49
- K-pop Idol Dating: Anime Love for B.SeveT – $14.90 | $19.90
- K-pop Idol Dating: Anime Love for PinkOrbil T – $14.90 | $19.90
And the list keeps going with quirky titles like:
- JustAxe – $11.99 | $14.90
- The Hungry Lamb – $11.99 | $17.00
- Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures – $11.99 | $16.99
Simulators are in abundance:
- Alehouse Tavern Simulator – $9.99 | $14.30 (out Wednesday)
- 3D Don’t Die, Mr. Robot – $9.99 | $12.99 (also Wednesday)
- Wine Factory Simulator – $9.99 | $14.99 (hits Friday)
- Public Transport Simulator 2 – $8.99 | $12.59 (also Friday)
- Forest Ranger Live Simulator – $8.99 | $12.99 (set for Saturday)
And so are budget-friendly options:
- Apple Knight 2 – $7.99 | $11.54
- Content Warning: Scary Filming – $7.99 | $11.45
- Hike Haven – $6.99 | $9.99
Reflecting on the old and new:
- EggConsole Super Zenon Gamma 5 PC-8801mkIISR – $6.49 | $7.34
- Hyper Mirror Run – $4.99 | $7.99 (ready Friday)
- Attack Hole – $4.99 | $6.70 (also Friday)
Among the simplest offerings:
- Mini Football Cup – $3.99 | $5.99
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ganghwa-do – $3.99 | $5.66
- Quiz 50 Ways to Read the Kanji – $3.99 | $5.39
For the bargain hunters, sales are afoot:
- Highlights: In honor of Mar10, you can snag Mario games at slashed prices until the 17th, with up to 75% off on Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. Check PSPrices and DekuDeals for the inside scoop.
Europe
Here’s what’s catching Europe’s eye this week:
- Is It Wrong To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon? Familia Myth: Full Land of Water and Light – €49.99 | £41.99
- On Your Tail – €29.99 | £26.99
- Fate: Reawakened – €24.99 | £24.99 (dropping Wednesday)
And plenty more to browse through:
- Moorhuhn Kart 4 – €24.99 | £22.49
- Beyond the Ice Palace 2 – €19.99 | £16.99 (out Tuesday)
- Centum – €14.99 | £14.99 (another Tuesday launch)
- Escape Site 13 – €14.99 | £13.49
Don’t forget:
- K-pop Idol Dating: Anime Love for B.SeveT – €14.90 | £13.90
- K-pop Idol Dating: Anime Love for PinkOrbil T – €14.90 | £13.90
- Trap Yuri Garden – €14.79 | £13.29
Rolling out midweek:
- Be Brave, Barb – €13.95 | £12.49 (Wednesday)
- Expelled! – €12.69 | £11.39 (also Wednesday)
A taste of lower price points:
- The Hungry Lamb – €11.99 | £10.79 (dropping Wednesday)
- JustAxe – €11.99 | £10.79
- Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures – €11.99 | £9.99
Let’s not overlook:
- 3D Don’t Die Mr. Robot – €9.99 | £8.99 (advent on Wednesday)
- Alehouse Tavern Simulator – €9.99 | £8.99 (same day)
- BEAST: Bio Exo Arena Suit Team – €9.99 | £8.99
- Wine Factory Simulator – €9.99 | £9.99 (toast to Friday)
- Public Transport Simulator 2 – €8.99 | £7.99
- Forest Ranger Live Simulator – €8.99 | £8.99 (geared for Saturday)
Nostalgia with flair:
- Apple Knight 2 – €7.99 | £7.19 (welcome Apple Knight midweek)
- EggConsole Super Zenon Gamma 5 PC-8801mkIISR – €5.59 | £5.39
To name a few pocket-friendly picks:
- Hyper Mirror Run – €4.99 | £4.99 (arriving on Friday)
- CubbetyCube – €4.99 | £4.49 (hello Saturday)
And the savings continue with quirky curiosities:
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ganghwa-do – €3.99 | £3.59
- Mini Football Cup – €3.99 | £3.49
- Dark Receipt – €3.49 | £3.19 (expect Friday)
Japan
Japan is buzzing with its own lineup:
- Is It Wrong To Pick Up Girls In A Dungeon? Familia Myth: Full Land of Water and Light – ¥5680
- Kalediscope of Phantom Prison 2 – ¥5280
- Kamitsubaki City Regenerate – ¥3850
- Beyond the Ice Palace 2 – ¥3800
More intriguing finds:
- Mika and the Witch’s Mountain – ¥2980
- Escape Site 13 – ¥2350
- K-pop Idol Dating: Anime Love for B.SeveT – ¥2190
And looking at the quaint and the extraordinary:
- The Hungry Lamb – ¥1870
- Witchroid Vania: A Magical Girl’s Fantastical Adventures – ¥1800
- Endless Deaths – ¥1699
Arcane amusements:
- BEAST: Bio Exo Arena Suit Team – ¥1600
- Wine Factory Simulator – ¥1599
- Trap Yuri Garden – ¥1480
Here’s to a diverse selection with:
- 3D Don’t Die Mr. Robot – ¥1250
- Apple Knight 2 – ¥1210
- One Btn Bosses – ¥1150
Rounds it up with:
- Trivia Quiz: Food and Lifestyle Edition – ¥980
- Vocabulary Test for Adults – ¥980
- EggConsole Super Zenon Gamma 5 PC-8801mkIISR – ¥880
From the simple to the cerebral:
- Hyper Mirror Run – ¥780
- Dye The Bunny – ¥499
- Snails vs Humans – ¥499
And the intriguingly curious:
- 1 Question Romance Psychology Test – ¥420
- Brain Training: Dog Test – ¥420
- Quiz 50 Ways to Read the Kanji – ¥420
And still more gems await at accessible price points:
- Search Game: Find XX – ¥420
- Town Picture Search – ¥420
- Korean Drone Flying Tour Ganghwa-do – ¥399
- Bloody Torn – ¥300
- Wild Spirit – ¥200
Lastly, a nod to manga fans:
- Shogakukan Manga App CoroCoro Comic 2024 – ¥100
- Shogakukan Manga App Splatoon Comics Pack – ¥100
And so the gaming world’s ever-turning wheel presents a fresh range, where each title might just offer the unimagined. Whatever your poison, there looks to be a little something for everyone to dive into.
