[May 17, 2017] |
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Nintendo Unleashes a Barrage of Details for the New ARMS Game for Nintendo Switch
Nintendo premiered a new Nintendo Direct video presentation all about
its upcoming ARMS
game for the Nintendo
Switch console - with a little surprise from everyone's favorite
Inklings in the Splatoon
2 game as part of a bonus trailer at the end. ARMS was
created by many of the same team members that developed the Mario
Kart 8 Deluxe game for Nintendo Switch, promising the same level
of polish and competitive action as the hit racing game. The Nintendo
Direct video detailed many new features about ARMS, including key
characters, attributes and the game's numerous multiplayer battle modes,
as well as information about a free Global Testpunch demo for the game
that starts at the end of May.
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The Nintendo Direct video detailed many new features about ARMS, including key characters, attributes and the game's numerous multiplayer battle modes, as well as information about a free Global Testpunch demo for the game that starts at the end of May. (Graphic: Business Wire)
"With games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, ARMS and Splatoon
2, the next few months will be a summer of social competitive gaming
on Nintendo Switch," said Doug Bowser, Nintendo of America's Senior Vice
President of Sales and Marketing. "This Nintendo Direct presentation
offered great reasons why ARMS is perfect for players of all
ages, whether they are familiar with fighting games or not."
To view the Nintendo Direct video in its entirety, visit http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct.
Some of the highlights revealed in the video include:
ARMS
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Combat Customization: After selecting a character, players will
have the opportunity to equip two ARMS, one on the right and one on
the left. These ARMS range from standard fists to things like
boomerangs and missiles, offering a wide variety of close- and
long-range attacks, as well as offensive and defensive options.
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Types - Dozens of ARMS can be selected in the game, each
with its own special power and handling ability. Different types
range from the Toaster, which unleashes a flaming punch, to the
Tribolt, which shoots three bolts horizontally. Some ARMS even
boost defense, like the Guardian, which can be used as a shield.
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Attributes - There are seven different ARMS attributes in
the game, each with its own specialty: Fire, Electricity, Wind,
Ice, Stun, Explosion and Blind. Different ARMS have different
attributes, so it's a good idea to mix and match for a strategic
advantage.
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Weight - When equipping the many different types of ARMS,
weight is an important factor in determining performance. Weight
affects momentum, so players have to keep this in mind when
selecting ARMS. Stronger ARMS are more powerful but slower, while
multi-hit ARMS are quick but have lower individual power. Punches
can even run into each other while fighting, with the heavier ARMS
knocking the lighter ones away.
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Upgrade ARMS - As players fight through ARMS, they
will rack up hard-earned in-game currency for use at the ARMS
Getter, where players can use their skills to earn new ARMS and
the ability to upgrade previously owned ones.
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Versus Mode:ARMS is filled to the brim with fun modes
that offer a variety of ways to challenge other fighters.
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Fight - In this main multiplayer* mode, two fighters battle
against each other one-on-one to claim victory. During the fight,
bombs and other healing items drop in, adding some strategic
options to the proceedings.
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Team Fight - In this mode, two players are attached by
strings and must team up to battle another team of two. Attacks
can hit allies, so watch out for friendly punches!
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V-Ball - Similar to volleyball, but much more awesome.
V-Ball is a sport that involves knocking an explosive ball into
the opponent's court.
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Hoops - Grab opponents and shoot them into the net (or even
dunk them for extra satisfaction) in this hard-core game of ARMS-style
basketball.
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Skillshot - Break as many targets as possible using the
versatile powers of ARMS.
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1-on-100 - Defeat 100 enemies in a row, one at a time, in
this progressive battle mode.
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ARMS Test & Training - In Test mode, players can try
out randomized ARMS combinations, while Training lets them
practice a number of varied drills.
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Multiplayer* Gaming: Playing with friends either locally or
online is easy when using one of the various multiplayer modes in ARMS.
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Grand Prix - Win 10 straight matches in Grand Prix and
players will face a final opponent to be crowned the ARMS
champion. (This mode is played locally with one or two players.)
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Party Match - By connecting the Nintendo Switch console to
the internet, players can battle with up to three other ARMS
players at a time that are in the same lobby as them. One lobby
can hold up to 10 systems, but with up to two players per system,
20 players can potentially get together in the same lobby.
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Ranked Match - In this time-honored coliseum, players
compete online in 1-v-1 battles. By winning a match, a player's
rank goes up, while, conversely, losing will make that rank go
down. While waiting to play a Ranked Match online, players can
participate in any other mode to pass the time (and tighten up
their skills).
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Local Wireless Mode: When playing in Local Wireless mode,
up to eight players with eight separate systems in the same room
can gather in an in-game lobby and battle up to three other
players at a time like in Party Match.
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ARMS Update: In the future, Nintendo will release
free software updates that add new fighters, stages and ARMS to the
game. These free updates will occur after the game launches, so watch
for additional details!
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Global Testpunch: Like Splatoon 2 and Splatoon
before it, ARMS is offering free trial periods to try out the
game and get a taste of what it's like before launch. But instead of a
Global Testfire, these free demos will naturally be called the Global
Testpunch. The first blocks of time will be allocated
throughout the weekend of May 26-28, and the second blocks on June
2-4. To participate, simply download the free Global Testpunch demo in
Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch before the trials begin. Check http://arms.nintendo.com/
for updates about specific timing.
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Characters: Over the course of the Nintendo Direct
presentation, the 10 key playable fighters in ARMS were
unveiled. Each with his or her own fighting style, the game's playable
characters are full of personality.
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Spring Man - This passionate fighter's bouncy hairstyle
might look fake, but his passion for fighting is definitely real.
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Ninjara - Using his nimble movements and ancient ninjutsu,
Ninjara can disappear and warp somewhere else even in mid-air or
when guarding.
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Master Mummy - As the only character that can restore
health while guarding, Master Mummy is a force to be reckoned with.
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Min Min - With her ramen noodle arms, Min Min's spin kick
and throws are deliciously powerful.
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Kid Cobra - A fan of selfie sticks and livestreaming, this
hip fighter pounces on opponents with a charged-up dash.
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Ribbon Girl - Possessing next-level jumping skills, Ribbon
Girl violates the laws of physics with her unbeatable power.
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Helix - Who is Helix? He's an experiment gone wrong, that's
who. His springy body lets him move in unpredictable ways.
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Mechanica - This mechanical genius dons a homemade power
suit that can hover above the competition.
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Byte & Barq - Two fighters in one! This robot fighter
and his robot canine companion battle together to unleash
devastating combo attacks.
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Twintelle - As an A-list actress, Twintelle uses her
celebrity status to render her opponents utterly star struck as
she walks the red carpet to victory.
Splatoon 2
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Splatoon 2 Single-Player Mode: At the end of the
Nintendo Direct presentation, a new trailer for Splatoon 2
debuted, showing off the game's single-player mode. In a shocking
twist, Callie - of Squid Sisters fame - has gone missing and her
right-tentacle squid Marie tasks the player to search for Callie and
the Great Zapfish. Players can use different weapons in single-player
mode to overcome obstacles, defeat enemies and take down towering
bosses - weapons like the Roller, Slosher, Splatling or the new
Dualies. The single-player mode is designed to teach players tips and
tricks that they can then use in multiplayer. For more on the Squid
Sisters, check out the Squid Sisters Stories here.
ARMS launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch on June 16. For
more information about the game, visit http://arms.nintendo.com/.
Splatoon 2 launches exclusively for Nintendo Switch on July 21.
For more information about the game, visit http://splatoon.nintendo.com/.
Remember that Nintendo Switch features parental
controls that let adults manage the content their children can
access. For more information about other features, visit http://www.nintendo.com/switch/.
*Additional accessories are required for multiplayer mode and are sold
separately.
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