Nintendo Releases for December 5, 2024 – Latest Updates

A whopping 2,500 games have been released. Seriously, can someone hit the brakes on this overwhelming deluge?

So, let’s catch up on some news from last week. In North America, we had a surprise addition of Ironfall Invasion for the 3DS, being a noteworthy +19 week. There’s a lot of whispers about a possible security issue with it—hopefully we won’t have to pull it out like in previous dramas. We also had the Archives release of the elusive Fantastic Night Dreams Cotton. Ending the week with a solid 65 games, we’ve already topped last year’s total, bringing our cumulative count to over 2,500 releases. As I kick off what I lovingly call the "Hell Months" at work, trust me, I’m feeling the heat already. But let’s move on, shall we?

The major standout this week is a comeback story of sorts. Hironobu Sakaguchi, the creative mind behind Final Fantasy, may be unveiling his final console release with Fantasian Neo Dimension. Previously an Apple Arcade staple, it’s leaping to consoles along with Fitness Boxing 3, which is being released by Nintendo outside of Japan. The classics also make a return with Roller Coaster Tycoon games supposedly adapted for consoles. The much-anticipated Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age, which you might have seen teased at several gaming expos, is finally available. AntonBlast is also making an appearance, although we’re still in the dark about its price.

On the quirkier side of things, the EggConsole line is rolling out Riglas—a side-scrolling RPG reminiscent of early Ys III, accessible even without knowing Japanese. And brace yourself, as it seems we’re getting the first console game based on the MasterChef TV franchise, serving up what looks suspiciously like "exotic tartare."

North America Releases and Their Prices

• Fantasian Neo Dimension: $49.99 (US) / $66.99 (CA)
• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer: $49.99 / $64.99
• Dog Man: Mission Impawsible: $39.99 / $49.99 (available Friday)
• Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age: $29.99 / $41.99 (available Tuesday)
• Stella of the End: $24.99 / $33.24
• Roller Coaster Tycoon Classic: $24.99 / $32.50
• Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island: $24.99 / $29.39
• Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop: $19.99 / $25.99
• Love Too Easily: $21.99 (not releasing in CA)
• Heaven Seeker – The Savior Of This Cruel World: $19.99 (not releasing in CA)
• 2weistein in Asban: $18.00 / $22.00 (Sunday)
• Cowboy Duel: $12.99 / $18.99 (Friday)
• … and many more!

Discount Alerts: Sega added some great deals for Black Friday. Look out for 75% off on 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim and a 60% discount on Persona 5 Royal, only until Thursday.

Europe Highlights

• Fantasian Neo Dimension: €59.99 / £49.99
• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer: €49.99 / £39.99
• Dog Man: Mission Impawsible: €39.99 / £34.99 (Friday)
• Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age: €29.99 / £24.99 (Tuesday)
• … with many other titles continuing to roll out.

Japan Line-Up

• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer: ¥6578
• Fantasian Neo Dimension: ¥6500
• Himitsu no AiPri: Atsumete! Secret Memories: ¥6380
• Diesel Legacy: The Brazen Age: ¥4565
• … plus several more intriguing titles joining the fray.

And there you have it, an enormous cache of games to dive into. Whether you’re a fan of strategy games, RPGs, or something off the beaten path, there’s certainly no shortage of titles vying for your attention this week. Now, if only I had more holidays to enjoy some of these gems myself!