This is a BIG week of Switch releases and preorders! From Amazon Prime Japan exclusives to Limited Run Games' Double Switch Friday. Curious as to what's coming out? Are you ready? On your mark! Get set! Read on and see what's coming out!
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Monday, July 15th
1. Space Invaders Invincible Collection
Regular ($49.99): Playasia
Regular ($48.00): Amazon Japan
Regular w/ Prime Day Space Invaders 90 MD DLC ($48.00): Amazon Japan
Regular w/ Famitsu DX Pack & DLC ($113.00): Amazon Japan
Special Edition ($168.99): Playasia
Special Edition ($156.00): Amazon Japan
Special Edition w/ Prime Day Space Invaders 90 MD DLC ($156.00): Amazon Japan
Special Edition w/ Famitsu DX Pack & DLC ($220.00): Amazon Japan
The regular edition will include the following games:
Space invader (black and white)
Space invader (color)
Space Invaders Part 2
Majestic Twelve
Space Invader Extreme
The collector's edition will include the following:
All games from the regular edition listed above
Space Invaders DX
Space cyclone
Luna rescue
Space Invaders Invincible Board Game - A board game with a space invader motif as the original work. ※ Contents are different from "SPACE INVADERS-THE BOARD GAME".
Space Invaders Official Resources - An interview document that looks back on those days and a collection of official materials that describes the track of the invader so far.
Drawstrings (Tighty metal bag style) - A drawstring image of a collection bag used at Taito's game center at that time.
Reprint instruction card (5 pieces) - Reprint the "instruction card" that was posted on the side of the game screen. In addition to the original "Space Invader", a total of 5 pieces are included.
The Prime Day DLC code will be limited during those two days, so don't miss it!
The Famitsu DX Pack is a set of Space Invader Premium Plate (set of 6) w/ Luxurious box included! In order to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Space Invaders, a set of six dishes with a typical Invader motif. Delivered in an original design luxury box (dishes 10 cm in diameter).
Thursday, July 18th ( 4 PM EDT Preorders Open)
2A. A Hole New World from First Press Play
There will be two batches offered. The first is Thursday, July 18th @ 4 PM EDT. The second is Saturday, July 20th @ 6 AM EDT.
The regular edition is limited to 3,000 copies and will include:
reversible EU / US cover
game cart
48 pages in-depth manual
exclusive slipcase
silver-colored coin(numbered)
The collector's edition is limited to 1,500 copies and will include:
premium box with item tray
gold-colored coin(numbered)
double sided DIN A2 poster
clearfile with surprise insert
Base Game w/ reversible EU / US cover, game cart, & 48 page in-depth manual
2 CD Deluxe Soundtrack: 8bit original & 16bit arrange, Duo CD jewel case, spine card (OBI-style), & 12 pages booklet
Friday, July 19th
3. Caladrius Blaze (Multi-Language) ($34.99) - Playasia
This release will have English subtitles and a metal slipcase.
4. Cities: Skylines (£34.99) - Amazon. U.K.
There is a U.S. physical release coming on 07/25.
5. Double Switch from Limited Run Games
Preorders close on Friday, August 2nd between 6 PM and 11:59 PM Eastern Time. This release includes reversible cover art and a full-color booklet. Which cover is sealed out has been alternated by the factory. Orders of two or more copies of the game will include at least one of each cover.
The Classic Edition is limited to 1,500 copies. The game features reversible artwork and a full color booklet. Which cover has been sealed outwards has been randomized by the factory. Included in the CE are the following:
Double Switch physical game
18" x 24" poster featuring all-new art from illustrator Paul Mann
Original, never before seen, 18-page Double Switch concept document
Double Switch soundtrack on cassette tape
Double Switch 25th Anniversary Edition logo pin
6. Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order ($59.99)
When you preorder at GameStop, you'll receive a free poster.
7. Redeemer: Enhanced Edition (£24.99) - Amazon U.K.
8. Rogue Legacy ($29.99) from Limited Run Games
There is no CE for this release. Preorders close on Friday, August 16th between 6 PM and 11:59 PM Eastern Time. This will include a cover with interior art and a full-color booklet. Additionally, Best Buy is planned to receive this game with alternate cover art. However, they do have the option to not move forward with their order as it has not been finalized yet.
Finally, if you purchase this with the regular edition of Double Switch, you'll save $5 off your total.
9. X-Morph Defense Complete Edition
Saturday, July 20th ( 6 AM EDT Preorders Open)
2B. A Hole New World from First Press Play
This is the second batch being offered. The first was Thursday, July 18th @ 4 PM EDT. The second is Saturday, July 20th @ 6 AM EDT.
The regular edition is limited to 3,000 copies and will include:
reversible EU / US cover
game cart
48 pages in-depth manual
exclusive slipcase
silver-colored coin(numbered)
The collector's edition is limited to 1,500 copies and will include:
premium box with item tray
gold-colored coin(numbered)
double sided DIN A2 poster
clearfile with surprise insert
Base Game w/ reversible EU / US cover, game cart, & 48 page in-depth manual
2 CD Deluxe Soundtrack: 8bit original & 16bit arrange, Duo CD jewel case, spine card (OBI-style), & 12 pages booklet
Limited releases still available to preorder / purchase
Transistor from Limited Run Games
Regular Edition ($34.99) - Link
This will be an open preorder until 07/19/2019 at 11:59 PM EDT.
TESLAGRAD from Limited Run Games
PREORDERS CLOSE AT 11:59PM EASTERN TIME ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7TH. Teslagrad on physical cartridge for the Nintendo Switch. Region free. This release is being sold as an open preorder and is not exclusive to Limited Run Games.This is a SOEDESCO release and is not a part of the Limited Run Games Collection. It is not a part of our numbered Switch collection and it will be available for purchase from other sites at a later date.
The Value Pack will include:
Collector Box
Game
Instruction Card
Art Book
Pin
Keychain
Wulverblade (~$31.30) from Super Rare Games.
Limited Edition: Only 5,000 copies available! SHIPPING NOTICE: This game will begin shipping W/C 22nd of July. Each purchase includes the following items:
Fully assembled Nintendo Switch game with cartridge
Interior art
Glossy Slipcover
Full-colour manual
Exclusive sticker
3 card trading card pack
Old Man's Journey from RED ART GAMES (~$34.00) - Link here
This is RED ART GAMES's 1st Nintendo Switch physical release and it is currently shipping. There is no collector's edition for it and this is limited to 3,000 copies.
STAY from RED ART GAMES (~$34.00) - Link here
This is RED ART GAMES's 2nd Nintendo Switch physical release. There is no collector's edition for it and this is limited to 3,000 copies. There is no CE for this release. However, included in this release are the following:
DLC with Exclusive Content
Digital Soundtrack to Download
Booklet with pixel art sprite sheets and concept art
Special Surprise goodie
This is limited to 2,800 copies. Included with this are the following:
Special Box
Game
Stickers
Mini artbook
This is limited to 2,800 copies. Included with this are the following:
The Games
Cardboard sleeve
5 exclusive postcards
A poster
Oniken + Odallus Collection from Playasia
Please note that with Oniken + Odallus Collection, the regular edition is limited to 2,000 copies and the collector's edition is limited to 3,000 copies and will be available until sold out. Included in the Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector’s Box
Game Card (region free)
Collection Game Manual
Collection 2CD Original Soundtrack
Collection Numbered Certificate
Pato Box from Playasia
Collector's Edition ($39.99) - Link here
Please note that with Pato Box, the regular edition is sold out and the collector's edition is limited to 3,000 copies and will be available until sold out. Included in the Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector’s Box
Game Card (region free)
Game Manual
2-CD Original Soundtrack
Numbered Certificate
Death Road to Canada from eastasiasoft
Please note that with Death Road to Canada, all preorders will include a minicase keychain. The regular edition is limited to 2,500 copies and the collector's edition is limited to 2,500 copies and will be available until sold out. Included in the Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector’s Box
Game Card (region free)
Game Manual
2-CD Original Soundtrack
Numbered Certificate
Panty Party from eastasiasoft
Limited Edition ($49.99) link
3,000 Limited Edition copies will be produced, and 2,000 Standard Edition copies will be produced. Please be aware there are no plans to reprint. The limited edition will include the following:
Panty Party Collector’s Box
Panty Party Game (region free)
Panty Party Manual
Panty Party Karaoke Soundtrack CD
Panty Party Branded Underpants
Panty Party Character Sticker Set
Panty Party Numbered Certificate
Panty Party Mini case
Ghost 1.0 + Unepic from eastasia/Playasia
There will be 2,000 copies each of the regular and limited edition. Included in the limited edition are the following:
Collector’s Box
Game Cart (Region Free)
Full Color Manual
2 CD Soundtrack
Numbered Certificate
Reversible Title Sheet
The Ninja Saviors: The Return of the Warriors from Strictly Limited Games
Collector's Edition (Limited to 1,200 copies)Includes:
The Ninja Saviors Game (Switch) including Game Manual
5-Button Set and reversible cover
Premium Metal Chopstick Set
Ninja Letter Set
Instruction Cards
Large A2 Poster (16" x 23")
Tuned Collector's Edition (Limited to 800 copies)Includes:
Everything in the Collector's Edition listed above
Zuntata Trilogy Album - Double CD
Gris from Special Reserve Games
The regular edition will be an open preorder from 06/25 at 1:00 PM EDT to 07/18 at 12:59 AM EDT. It will come housed in a special collector's box exclusive to this set. It will include a manual and 3 art cards.
The book & bundle will include the special collector's box shown above, but flattened due to shipping.
Radirgy Swag from Dispatch GamesThis is expected to ship on 10/15/2019.
Regular Edition ($29.99)
Limited Edition ($49.99)
The Limited Edition version comes complete with:
Physical copy of Radirgy Swag
Original Artbook
Original 180g vinyl soundtrack with custom cover
Custom coin
Final design details will be updated soon! We will update when visuals are approved! This version will NOT be available at retail. Strictly limited to one pressing - album collectors take note!
Balder's Gate & Balder's Gate II Enhanced Edition Collector's Edition ($99.99) from Skybound Games - Link
This is only available to preorder until 8/2/2019 or until supplies run out. This is estimated to ship in October 2019. Included in this Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector's Box
Physical Game
Set of 3 Pin Set
BhaalSpawn Medallion
Parchment Map
Engraved Metal Dice Set with BhaalSpawn image on case
Set of 3 Hero Cards
Journal with BhaalSpawn on cover
Balder's Gate & Balder's Gate II, Neverwinter Nights, and Planescape: Torment & Icewind Dale Enhanced Edition Ultimate Edition ($199.99) from Skybound Games - Link
This is only available to preorder until 8/2/2019 or until supplies run out. This is estimated to ship in December 2019. Included in this Ultimate Edition are the following:
Collector's Box
Physical Game of all 3 releases
Set of 2 Pin Set
Beholder Bowl
Squishy Skull
Parchment Map
Engraved Metal Dice Set with Beholder image on case
4 x 9"x11" lithograph prints
Journal with Beholder on cover
Neverwinter Nights Enhanced Edition Collector's Edition ($99.99) from Skybound Games - Link
This is only available to preorder until 8/2/2019 or until supplies run out. This is estimated to ship in October 2019. Included in this Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector's Box
Physical Game
Set of 2 Pin Set
Eye Medallion
Parchment Map
Engraved Metal Dice Set with Eye image on case
Set of 3 Hero Cards
Journal with Eye on cover
Planescape: Torment & Icewind Dale Enhanced Edition Collector's Edition ($99.99) from Skybound Games - Link
This is only available to preorder until 8/2/2019 or until supplies run out. This is estimated to ship in October 2019. Included in this Collector's Edition are the following:
Collector's Box
Physical Game
Set of 2 Pin Set
Lady of Pain Medallion
Squishy Skull
Parchment Map
Engraved Metal Dice Set with Lady of Pain image on case
Set of 3 Hero Cards
Journal with Lady of Pain on cover
That‘s it for this week. Let us know what you’re getting.
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