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Everything you need to know about the Nintendo Direct for Switch 2

Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here. Or at least its official presentation. Although Nintendo has already introduced the console and its name, that’s basically all we officially know about it. However, a Direct will be held very soon where we hope they will give us all the details we can expect to make an informed purchase about this new console. Because given the success of the original Nintendo Switch, it’s normal for us to be excited about this new console. Now, what can we expect from tomorrow’s Direct? That’s a good question. And we know […]

Nintendo Switch 2 is almost here. Or at least its official presentation. Although Nintendo has already introduced the console and its name, that’s basically all we officially know about it. However, a Direct will be held very soon where we hope they will provide us with all the details we can expect to make an informed purchase about this new console. Given the success of the original Nintendo Switch, it’s normal for us to be excited about this new console.

Now, what can we expect from tomorrow’s Direct? That’s a good question. And we already know some things. Between the official announcements and the leaks, we can give you a rough idea of what to expect. And we provide all the information for you below.

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When and at what time is the presentation?

The presentation of Nintendo Switch 2 will be next Tuesday, April 2 at 3:00 PM Spanish mainland time. It will be available to watch both on Twitch and on YouTube on Nintendo’s official channels. But if you are in a different time zone, we leave the time it will be broadcast in your country below.

    Spain (Mainland and Balearic Islands): at 15:00 hours

    Spain (Canary Islands): at 14:00 hours

    Argentina: at 10:00 hours

    Bolivia: at 11:00 hours

    Brazil: at 10:00 hours

    Chile: at 10:00 hours

    Colombia: at 08:00 hours

    Costa Rica: at 07:00 hours

    Cuba: at 09:00 hours

    Ecuador: at 08:00 hours

    El Salvador: at 07:00 hours

    United States (Washington D.C.): at 09:00 hours

    United States (PT): at 06:00 hours

    Guatemala: at 07:00 hours

    Honduras: at 07:00 hours

    Mexico: at 08:00 hours

    Nicaragua: at 07:00 hours

    Panama: at 08:00 hours

    Paraguay: at 09:00 hours

    Peru: at 08:00 hours

    Puerto Rico: at 09:00 hours

    Dominican Republic: at 09:00 hours

    Uruguay: at 10:00 hours

    Venezuela: at 09:00 hours

What announcements can we expect?

Unfortunately, nothing has been officially announced yet. That said, we should expect at least the announcement of the release date, the price of the console, and the launch lineup. Specific features of the console, such as what the mysterious C button does, is something we also hope to see here. What we do not expect to see here are any specific console bundles or specific hardware specifications of the console. Although it is possible that Nintendo surprises us regarding these topics, it is not something they have done with previous consoles in their presentations, and it does not seem that this will be the exception.

What are the games that will be released at launch?

Again, there is no official announcement at the moment. What we can expect with almost total certainty is a Mario Kart 9, since they presented a Mario Kart in the console’s trailer that did not correspond to any we had seen before. Likewise, we should at least expect the console to have next-generation versions of already announced or published games, such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond or Xenoblade Chronicles X.

What other games could we expect? It’s hard to know. Rumors suggest that there may be a remake of Kirby Planet Robobot from Nintendo 3DS. Aside from that, among the major Nintendo franchises, the one that seems most likely to have a new installment is Super Mario, as it hasn’t had a new 3D release since the beginning of the Nintendo Switch generation, with Super Mario Odyssey. Therefore, a Super Mario Odyssey 2 could be a highly anticipated release for the console’s launch window.

What are the features of the console?

Again, officially, we do not know what the specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2 are. That does not mean we do not know some details. If Nvidia’s leaks are correct, the console features an Nvidia Tegra T239 chip, with an ARM Cortex-A78C CPU, a 12 SM Ampere GPU, and 128-bit LPDDR5 memory. Furthermore, internal emails from Activision that were read in the FTC v. Microsoft case indicate that the console would have power similar to or slightly higher than that of the eighth generation of consoles, that of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. They also indicate that the console would have the capability for DLSS and ray tracing, which would imply that its power would be at least equivalent to that of a PlayStation 4 Pro.

How reliable are these leaks? In fairness, quite a lot. They all come from internal documentation of companies that work very closely with Nintendo. Something that implies that, one way or another, it is likely that we will end up seeing exactly these specifications of the console. Although, as we have already pointed out, it is very likely that we will still have to wait a few days to know the details, as Nintendo usually does not focus on the technical specifications of its consoles in its presentations.

What are the plans for the console?

According to a recent leak, the console would have a launch in three phases. With the launch of the console, Nintendo’s own games would arrive, focusing on strengthening its primary catalog. The second phase of the launch, which would be between October and November, would consist of reinforcing its catalog with titles from third-party companies. The third and final phase, which would take place during the holiday season, has not had its details revealed.

When will the console be released for sale?

As we have pointed out before, the console does not have a release date yet. All rumors suggest that the most likely date is June, but still without a specific day.

When will the console be available for reservation?

As with the release date, we still do not have a release date, although we do have several leaks. The two biggest ones, contradicting each other, provide two completely different but very close dates: one says it will be on April 2 after the Direct and the other says it will be on April 9 after a countdown that will start during the Direct. In both cases, the information suggests that it will be revealed during tomorrow’s event.

How much will the console cost?

Not only do we not know, but we have no indications of it. Everything points to it being in the range of between 400 and 500 euros, but anything below and above that, 50 euros up or down, should not be surprising.

Does this mean that the original Nintendo Switch will be discontinued?

Despite the launch of a new console, the Nintendo Switch will continue to sell and receive support normally in the coming years. During last week’s Nintendo Direct, numerous games were announced for Nintendo’s previous console, including several games that won’t be released until 2026, so the console’s lifespan is assured for at least a couple more years.

Will Softonic cover the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct?

As with previous Directs, you will be able to read everything Nintendo announces on the website as soon as the event ends on Softonic.

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Elon Musk is really bad at video games, according to his own daughter

Vivian Jenna Wilson, Elon Musk’s daughter, has openly criticized her father’s claims about his skills in video games like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2. During an appearance on streamer Hasan Piker’s Twitch channel, Vivian revealed that when she was 12 years old, Musk was at “Bronze” level in Overwatch, the lowest rank in the game, which contrasts with her own position, higher than her father’s. She stated that she and her twin brother used to help Musk in competitive games, as he sought their support to improve his performance

Vivian Jenna Wilson, the daughter of Elon Musk, has openly criticized her father’s claims about his skills in video games like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2. During an appearance on the Twitch channel of streamer Hasan Piker, Vivian revealed that when she was 12 years old, Musk was at “Bronze” level in Overwatch, the lowest rank in the game, which contrasts with her own position, higher than her father’s. She stated that she and her twin brother used to help Musk in competitive games, as he sought their support to improve his performance.

Unable to rank up even when all I had to do was secure position

Wilson described Musk as a “terrible” player and claimed that his character choices, such as Torbjörn, were considered suboptimal within the context of the game. “He was a person who behaved poorly,” Wilson said, adding that he does not believe Musk’s claims of being an elite player. These revelations come in the context of Musk admitting to having paid to boost his accounts in both video games, raising questions about the authenticity of his skill in the gaming universe.

The relationship between father and daughter has been marked by tensions. Vivian has publicly criticized Musk’s political opinions, especially his comments on gender issues, and has described him as a “cold” and “narcissistic” father. Musk, for his part, responded to her statements by calling her a “fraud,” thus highlighting the complexity of their family bond.

Despite the personal turmoil, Musk has expressed his interest in starting an “AI video game studio,” which has raised expectations about his future in the industry. However, so far, his foray into the world of video games has been overshadowed by his poor performance and criticism from his daughter.

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If you are eager to play inZOI, you can create your characters starting today

Krafton has announced that its new life simulator, inZoi, will launch its early access on March 27 for a price of 40 euros. This title positions itself as a direct competitor to the popular franchise The Sims, promising a simulation experience rich in customization. Starting March 20, players will be able to access the inZoi Creative Studio for free, which will allow character creation and scenario building, although it will not include the full game simulation. If you want to create your inzoi ahead of time, you will have to head to Twitch The early access to the Creative […]

Krafton has announced that its new life simulator, inZoi, will launch its early access on March 27 for a price of 40 euros. This title positions itself as a direct competitor to the popular franchise The Sims, promising a simulation experience rich in customization. Starting March 20, players will be able to access the inZoi Creative Studio for free, which will allow character creation and scenario building, although it will not include the full game simulation.

If you want to create your inzoi ahead of time, you will need to go to Twitch

Early access to the Creative Studio will initially be limited through drops on platforms like Twitch and Steam, where users will need to link their Krafton account and watch a stream for a specific amount of time to obtain a key. This restricted access will remain until March 23, when the Creative Studio will be available for everyone on Steam for free.

One of the most attractive features of inZoi is its high level of customization, allowing players to design clothing from scratch, offering a creative freedom that is uncommon in other life simulators. Krafton has assured that all updates until the full release of the game in 2025 will be included in the initial price, with no plans for paid downloadable content for a while.

The study conducted an extensive broadcast detailing the features of the game and its roadmap until 2025. This event showcased to the community the possibilities that inZoi will offer at its launch. With a focus on creativity and customization, inZoi is shaping up to be a promising title in the life simulation genre, and many fans are already anticipating its release.

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Civilization VII is just around the corner, and before that, we will have a celebration event.

The long-awaited release of Civilization VII will take place on February 11, 2025, an event that has captured the attention of the gaming community, becoming the most anticipated game according to PC Gamer. Firaxis Games, the studio behind the iconic franchise, has organized a significant event in preparation for this launch. An event where they promise surprises and fun. On February 8, at the Xperion gaming zone in Hamburg, the Civ World Summit will be held, an online tournament of Civilization VII featuring five prominent members of the community. This […]

The highly anticipated release of Civilization VII will take place on February 11, 2025, an event that has captured the attention of the gaming community, becoming the most anticipated game according to PC Gamer. Firaxis Games, the studio behind the iconic franchise, has organized a significant event in preparation for this release.

An event promising surprises and fun

On February 8, at the Xperion gaming zone in Hamburg, the Civ World Summit will be held, an online Civilization VII tournament featuring five prominent community members. This event will be hosted by Firaxis community manager Sarah Engel and well-known content creator PotatoMcWhiskey, in collaboration with Rocket Beans TV. Viewers can follow the action live through multiple platforms, including Twitch and YouTube.

Additionally, to commemorate the occasion, Firaxis has implemented a special offer for Twitch followers: by watching the event, viewers will be able to receive an exclusive cosmetic banner for their in-game profiles. With tickets on sale for just five euros, those in Hamburg will have the opportunity to experience this event in person.

The first impressions of Civilization VII suggest that this game will incorporate innovative mechanics, highlighting the age transitions that many critics have labeled as the most disruptive in the series’ history. Rumors indicate that Firaxis might have a surprise announcement during the tournament broadcast, which could be related to post-launch plans for the game.

As the release date approaches, excitement grows among fans. Civilization VII promises to revolutionize the gaming experience, and all eyes will be on February 8 and beyond.

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Twitch will not allow hate speech, no matter what it takes

Hace nueve años en San Francisco, se celebró la primera TwitchCon, incluso antes de que Twitch cumpliera cinco años. Desde entonces, la ceremonia se ha celebrado cada año (excepto en 2021, debido al COVID) con diferentes sesiones europeas. Más de 30,000 personas están asistiendo este año, y un pequeño porcentaje de ellas puede estar preocupado al enterarse de lo que planean hacer con el discurso de odio (es decir, erradicarlo por completo). Twitch va a modificar su política de prohibiciones, acortando o alargando las prohibiciones según su gravedad, no solo para “reducir el riesgo de […]

Nine years ago in San Francisco, the first TwitchCon was held, even before Twitch itself turned five. Since then, the ceremony has been held every year (except 2021, due to COVID-19) with different European sessions. More than 30,000 people are attending this year, and a small percentage of them might be worried upon hearing what they plan to do with hate speech (i.e., eradicate it completely).

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Hate for Hate

Twitch is going to modify its ban policy, shortening or lengthening them according to their severity, not only to “reduce the risk of streamers losing their livelihood due to low-severity infractions” but also to ensure that those who repeatedly and intentionally commit offenses cannot stream again so easily. In other words, they will continue to suspend certain people, “including indefinite suspensions for very serious infractions.”

In this regard, there are some pages that use the same services that have been labeled as “the anti-Twitch.” That is, being able to stream but insulting left and right and giving hate speeches (or, as they falsely advertise it, “against woke culture and cancel culture”). It is curious that while some platforms have veered towards absolute chaos, like Twitter, others want to ignore those who consciously create a bad atmosphere. Time will tell which the general public prefers.

In addition, so that viewers are also clear about the reasons for the bans, in the email they will receive when it happens, they will have the extract of the chat where their mistake will be shown. Even later, they intend to show it in a clip to see it in real-time so that you can accept it or appeal if you think it is out of context or unfair.

Fewer bans, fairer, clearer, and facing competitors who try to shine with outdated, ultraconservative, and worn-out speeches disguised with a veneer of youth. Twitch has decided to take a clear path, and it remains to be seen if its competitors will follow with the same firmness… for better or worse.

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Donald Trump can now resume streaming on Twitch after three years

‘We have reinstated President Trump’s channel. We believe there is value in listening to presidential nominees directly when possible.’

Imagine that you open Twitch like every afternoon to enjoy watching one of your favorite streamers, and you find out that Donald Trump is playing an intense game of League Of Legends. No, it’s not an artificial intelligence, nor have you traveled through a wormhole to an alternate universe: it could happen, because after three years, the service has lifted the ban on the former president (and possible future president) of the United States.

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Do one hundred bits equal one vote?

For those who don’t know, Twitch banned Trump’s Twitch page on January 7, 2021, the day after a riot at the White House. The ban was to prevent Trump from using their service to ‘incite violence.’ However, they have now decided to reinstate him, and it seems to have nothing to do with an attempted assassination attempt on Trump – they claim it’s a much more simple reason.

‘We have reinstated President Trump’s channel. We believe there is value in listening to presidential nominees directly when possible.’ At the time when he was first banned for ‘behavior that incites hatred,’ they referenced a time he said many undocumented immigrants are rapists. His speeches haven’t changed much, but Twitch has changed their policy. And here we are.

Of course, the service has already stated that if he wants to continue streaming, he will have to behave well, but knowing Donald Trump, there is only one thing that matters to him less than starting to mess around with Twitch: following the rules.

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What happens when your game collaborates with a streamer who later falls from grace? Nothing good

If you pay attention to the news about streamers and Internet influencers, you will know what happened with Dr. Disrespect, who admitted that in 2020 he was banned from Twitch for having “inappropriate” conversations with a minor (although he insists that there were no photos or anything illegal involved). After that, he lost, one by one, all the brands that supported him, but there was still one left: the game Rogue Company.

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In the company of streamers

If the title of this online shooter doesn’t sound familiar to you, it’s normal: although in 2020 it had 15 million simultaneous players in its beta version, the truth is that it hasn’t been updated for years. At least, until now: its producer, Hi-Rez Studios, has decided to permanently remove the skin they launched four years ago of Dr. Disrespect that cost $40… and refund the money in the form of “Rogue Bucks,” the in-game currency, something that hasn’t sat well with fans, who feel cheated.

Well, to be honest, the skin only costed $20, but you could buy another $20 worth of streamer accessories. In other words, they have taken people’s money without giving them practically anything in return, especially considering that Rogue Company is, at this point, one of many zombie games that survive based on a small community.

It’s not the only game that has erased him from its code: NBA 2K24 removed his appearance and the $200 sponsored headphones have been wiped from the internet as if they had never existed. Despite the streamer insisting that after a vacation with his family, he will come back with the same strength as before, it seems to be just a bluff, and that his career is definitely over, especially considering that even YouTube has removed his monetization. Who would have thought there would be consequences for his terrible actions!

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Has Dr Disrespect’s career ended? Everything points to yes

The world of big streamers, like any other group of celebrities, can be very opaque. Especially when it comes to the most questionable things they do. That’s why it can take months or even years for us to discover some of the things they have done, if we ever find out at all. Or at least, if we get to know the details. Because whether we like it or not, when you have a certain amount of power, it’s very difficult for the consequences to catch up with us.

Or at least, they should do it in a way that exposes them to the public. If not, just ask Herschel “Guy” Beahm, better known as Dr Disrespect. An extremely well-known streamer in the mid-2010s, but who has been missing for the past few years. In fact, the last we heard of him is that recently, the company Midnight Society, co-founded by Beahm himself, has decided to expel him in what seems like a completely sudden decision. Except that it hasn’t been sudden at all.

Beahm was expelled from Twitch four years ago without further reasons being given. Last Friday, Midnight Society announced that they have become aware of the allegations against Guy Beahm aka Dr. Disrespect. These accusations, later confirmed by Beahm himself, are that he sent sexually explicit messages to a seventeen-year-old minor with the intention of having an affair. Something that Beahm says he feels ashamed of not because she was a minor, but because he is a married man with children.

The reason for Twitch’s expulsion in 2020 seems to be due to this reason. Although Twitch has not explicitly clarified it, two former Twitch employees have alleged inappropriate behavior by the streamer, it seems that the platform created a special committee to decide how to handle the situation as discreetly and decisively as possible. This has made it even more difficult to confirm the situation, as if any kind of information were to be leaked, it would have been very easy to know who among those involved is the one who caused the issue.

Despite the fact that Dr Disrespect’s character has been very popular over the years, after his expulsion from Twitch, he has not been able to take off in the same way. That’s why it shouldn’t surprise us if, after this controversy, the streamer’s career has come to an end. With the main streaming platform banning him, making the reasons public, and his own company expelling him, it seems that it’s time for him to face the consequences. Although who knows. As we said, when you have a certain amount of power, it’s very difficult for the consequences to catch up with you.

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We will see Towerborne for the first time on Twitch on March 7th

The announcement states that, among other things, team members will discuss the art direction and design of the Towerborne game.

In June 2023, during the Xbox Games Showcase, the development team of The Banner Saga at Stoic Games revealed their upcoming title, Towerborne, for the first time.

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Along with Ara: History Untold, it is one of the few games published by Microsoft that is not being developed by one of its first-party teams. In August, a playable demo of the game could be seen at Microsoft’s Xbox booth during Gamescom.

Since then, there has been very little information about the status of Towerborne, but that should change very soon. Stoic has announced that they will hold their first streaming event about the game on their Twitch channel on Thursday, March 7th at 5:00 PM Eastern time.

What will we see on Twitch tomorrow, March 7th

Stoic states that their CEO, Trisha Stouffer, their Creative Director, Arnie Jorgensen, and their Game Director, Daniel McLaren, will attend the Twitch livestream.

The announcement states that, among other things, team members will talk about the artistic direction and design of the game Towerborn. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions to the development team and there will also be an “exclusive gift during the livestream”.

Towerborne will be an action and adventure side-scrolling game, set in a fantasy world where the land is invaded by monsters. Players will be able to fight these creatures alone or with up to three friends. Stoic promises to offer seasonal updates to the game after its release to discover new locations and fight against new monsters.

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For now, Towerborne will be released at some point in 2024 on PC and Xbox platforms, and it will be a Day One release for Xbox Games Pass subscribers. Stoiic also offers the possibility to play early with their own Insider Program. You can sign up to be selected to play the game on their official website.

Ten years have passed since Twitch played Pokémon. Today, they have come back strong, betting on chaos

The audience decided what the next move in the chat would be, and the democratic system made that move based on which one had the most votes second by second. Now, it’s back. And it’s got nothing to do with democracy.

If I were asked how long it has been since Twitch played ‘Pokémon Red‘ collaboratively, I would have said, without a doubt, a couple of years. However, ten years have just passed: on February 12, 2014, the adventure began, which lasted until March 1, playing 24 hours a day without interruption. The audience decided what the next move would be in the chat and the democratic system made that move based on which one had the most votes second by second. Now, it’s back. And it has nothing to do with democracy.

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The Anarchic Player challenges you to a duel!

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of one of those ideas that make the Internet always surprise, the team of Twitch Plays Pokemon will execute the commands on a real Game Boy (a Super Game Boy connected to a Super Nintendo), and instead of opting for democracy, they will opt for anarchy. That is to say: the Game Boy enters each movement in a row, even if it has fatal consequences. For now, they already have a level 22 Onix and a level 24 Gloom as they try to survive in Celadon City. Not bad at all.

It’s just the beginning, of course: they intend to do all the main Pokémon games. Over the years, Twitch Plays Pokémon has had many variations, such as one of Dark Souls or, even worse, a fish completing the original game, ‘Pokémon Sapphire’. It did, by the way, after 3195 hours. 133 days of non-stop swimming and floating. At this point, it could have evolved into Gyarados…

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