The Benefits, Positive and Negative, of QubicGames Free Holiday Promotion

January 6, 2020

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Happy Downloads to You

QubicGames software can be hard to distinguish from other software on Nintendo Switch’s eShop. Nintendo’s content shop has grown vastly since its inception. The games are all downloadable and easy to get your hands on. A combination of numerous free, inexpensive, mid-grade and AAA-titles make any purchaser’s decision a tactical one. Besides, Nintendo Switch’s eShop offers discounts on games constantly. December is no exception. No matter what, you must have a large secure digital (SD) card and the want to pay for fun and a variety of challenges.

QubicGames and Nintendo asked players to recall if they previously downloaded a QubicGames title or might consider purchasing a new one. Either way, it allows players the opportunity to download 12 free games, in combination with the 12 days that led up to Christmas. Each game from the company is a unique look at the company, from their game Robonauts to a secret game on Christmas Eve. Pssst, it is Space Pioneer. This marketing campaign is a great accomplishment but reflects negatively on the eShop at the same time.

Q -History

Since 2004, QubicGames exist as both an independent game publisher and developer. They have worked with Nintendo since 2006. Their games like Astro Bears Party, Geki Yaba Runner, and published titles like Ludio Studios’ Arkane or Draegus Games’ Tactical Mind, establish a diverse game company meant to satiate all tastes.

Briefly Qubic

It makes sense to highlight the positives and negatives of each game, in short. QubicGames free promotion offers a variety of games under $10. These games take advantage of Nintendo Switch in docked or portable modes. Multiplayer is available on most of the games, and some have online features.

December 10th – 15th: Robonauts

You play this arcade shooter over 12 planetary levels with colorful graphics and music by Simund Vikland. Players roll over, and jump, between planets. Defeat alien foes, with upgradeable weapons, and complete tasks to rid the planets of their alien threats. The game controls well and turns up the challenge in normal mode as you adapt to it. However, Robonauts offers a hard mode.

The one major negative of this game is its auto-aim. Players shoot in the direction of enemies nearest to them. In the case of two enemies, in opposite directions, the game can sacrifice the player as it targets a closer enemy. This is great for family, or casual, play, but, in my opinion, it messes up parts of this game for the competitive player.

December 16th: Geki Yaba Runner

Play as Bumb, Berzerk, and Speedster as they run, jump, glide, and rush through the lands of Gnomia. They each rush to their destiny. Characters automatically run toward the end of the level. Players must jump over obstacles or burst through them to finish each level.

This is not my kind of game. It is as if Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog were a quick time event title. Again, this game can check all the boxes for a casual player. The colors, music, and the controls of the game are great. This game gets boring over time, in my opinion.

December 17th: Puzzle Book

This game offers players the ultimate table with 34 jigsaw puzzles. Peaceful music sets the tone for concentration and admiration. Puzzle designs are a variety of vibrant, painted, fantasy, cartoonish or dynamic, landscaped, images. Players make each puzzle as simple or complex, up to 60 pieces at most, as necessary. Compete against others, to see who finishes each puzzle first or complete a puzzle with a friend.

This game’s purpose is clear. This is the departure from the more action-heavy titles on Nintendo Switch. It soothes and works well.

December 18th: One Strike

Players take on one of seven fighters in their quest to take over Japan. The game uses pixel graphics, and a simple, one-button defend, strike and hit mechanics to decide individual matches. The game mimics the two-dimensional fighting game, with musical tracks influenced by feudal Japan. This game is a lesson in artificial intelligence done well.

Players can engage in one match, tournaments, or even local multiplayer matches. The graphics in this game can be better but this is Bushido Blade’s, from Square’s, predecessor.

December 19th: Wreckin’ Ball Adventure

Play as the K160 robot and escape from a secretive laboratory. Discover the secret of Super Com. Play over 60 levels in a 2.5-dimensional, or semi-three-dimensional, environment. Roll across various environments, use physics, and a grappling hook to navigate and escape each level. Solve puzzles, smash obstacles, and avoid dangers.

Play by yourself or with up to four players, locally. This game has so much potential. The puzzles in this game challenge you. It is a solid title.

December 20th: Koloro

Play as Kora, in a simple, bright, artistic environment. Help Kora search for her sister over 300 levels. Players press one button to advance and avoid obstacles as Kora rushes through the environment. Tranquil music drives the game forward.

Play in trial, two-player cooperative mode, or single-player. Take on huge bosses in a world of dreams and nightmares. This is a different kind of game. It can be peaceful and a challenge. This is another solid title. It can be a strong family title.

December 21st : #RaceDieRun

This is an arcade racing game. Fly your ship through, up, and over treacherous obstacles, over 60 levels, and complete each track. Race, die and race more to become a better racer. Twitch quick game playtest your reflexes.

Race against your previous ghost from failed runs. Gain inspiration from quotes throughout the game, from Bruce Lee as an example, to keep racing. This is a good game. It is fun, but a ball of frustration as you advance.

December 22nd: REKT! High Octane Stunts

This three-dimensional game puts you in a series of stunt arenas and offers a variety of level challenges. Play with over fifty customizable cars. Perform flips, power slide, drift, and twist to earn points and complete level goals. Play with up to four players locally.

This game has simple graphics. The stunt aspect of this game is free and clear. REKT! High Octane Stunts is good.

December 23rd: Mana Spark

This is an addictive Zelda-esque title. This is a roguelike title where you to capture the Mana to help free humanity from enslavement. Take on skillful enemies that collaborate to defeat you. Help build guilds and upgrade your character with a variety of options. Each time through this game changes the experience. Take on a new set of challenges in every playthrough.

The game offers pixels graphics, and an endless number of story, character, and upgradable options. Mana Spark is deep.

December 24th: The Secret Game (Space Pioneer)

This is a fantastic twin-stick shooter. Play with any of three classes: light, standard, or heavy. Explore strange new worlds with your robotic sidekick. Up to four players can cooperatively play locally. Conquer various planets and complete a variety of objectives for each planet. Upgrade each character type endlessly. The game uses simple three- dimensional graphics and solid gameplay to immerse the player.

The Q-But

Qubic Games’ method is a great way to market your game content. Their games should get decent exposure going forward. The problem is no other game company will. In the end, it is up to each developer and publisher to market their content. However, Nintendo’s eShop is home to many solid, discounted, titles Nintendo Switch owners do not know about.

In some sense, Nintendo should make a way for these games. They can offer more game demonstrations. Allow companies to distribute game trials. Setup eShop monthly, weekly, or daily developer and publisher game previews, and highlights, to boast the Nintendo Switch’s, and each games’ abilities.

For example, Nintendo Switch has the Five Nights at Freddy’s series. They could offer a Scary Nights Weekend for Nintendo Switch owners with game trials or demonstrations for only this series. The same concept could apply to any game type. This can make Nintendo Switch owners more aware of the massive digital library, and diversity.

Conclusion

This is Nintendo Switch’s most basic problem. The Nintendo Switch carries a lot of content. The quality of the content is, at times, not clear. Certain software’s visibility is even less clear. The deals on this content are even less distinguishable. Nintendo, with the help of certain companies, must organize a way to highlight and display other game companies’ content, more specifically. It does not have to be on television or online but the Nintendo Switch.