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On Shelves this Week: May 20 – May 26, 2012

Posted May 17, 2012 at 12:30PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PS3 Tags: alan wake, american nightmare, defender chronicles, dirt showdown, dragons dogma, Eve Online, future soldier, ghost recon, inferno, mario tennis open, men in black, sorcery

Who still cares about Diablo III when the game version of Men in Black 3 is due any minute? Uh, Will Smith, anyone?


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Nintendo Gets All Digital on Us

Posted Apr 27, 2012 at 3:45PM EST by Todd B Listed in: Wii U Tags: nintendo digital distribution, origin, Steam

Move over, Steam , Origin and….okay just you guys. Nintendo has its eye on digital distribution.


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Crashing Into Walls Or The PS3? The Catachthonic v0.95 Kills One Of These

Posted Apr 24, 2012 at 1:20PM EST by Demonchild Listed in: PS3 Tags: homebrew, PlayStation 3, ps3, thatotherdev, thatotherperson, the catachthonic

Are you spending more time crashing into walls or crashing your PS3 in ThatOtherDev's The Catachthonic homebrew? If it's the latter, you'll want the new update pushed yesterday.


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What Should They Call The Sequel To New Super Mario Bros.?

Posted Apr 23, 2012 at 2:39PM EST by Todd B Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3ds, new super mario bros 2, Nintendo, super mario bros, wii u, xenoblade chronicles

Nintendo knows how to sell games. Mario games, specifically.


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Happy Birthday Little Pink Blob. Please Don't Fail Me.

Posted Apr 21, 2012 at 1:00PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Wii Tags: anniversary, kirby, Nintendo

One of the most cheerful and happy guys in videogames has his birthday coming up soon, but will the party be worth it?


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A Portable Gamecube? You Got It!

Posted Apr 15, 2012 at 6:00PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Wii Tags: ckmods, console mods, portable gamecube

Vita homebrew and console mods, a creative week is a creative week. This cube of effort comes in the form of a portable...Gamecube?


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NPD Report - Shitty Sales Overall, but at least someone doesn't totally suck!

Posted Apr 13, 2012 at 10:15AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Wii, PS3, PC Gaming, Xbox 360 Tags: mass effect 3, NPD Group, video game sales

Sales are down in the industry and things are rough all over. But hey, Mass Effect 3 has done well for itself.


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Wii U is no longer competition

Posted Apr 8, 2012 at 11:45AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U Tags: david gibson, durango, Nintendo, orbis, wii u launch

After several years of being on top, is it time for Nintendo to do something new?


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Put on Your Leg Warmers and Members Only Jacket - Double Dragon is Coming Back

Posted Apr 5, 2012 at 3:00PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: double dragon: neon, majesco, wayforward technologies

If you played the side-scrolling beat 'em up on the NES back in the '80s, you'll be pleased to hear that it's coming back. And it'll have a soundtrack by DeBarge. But not really.


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Final Fantasy Wears Prada

Posted Apr 4, 2012 at 12:23PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PS3 Tags: deus ex, ffxiii-2, final fantasy xiii-2, human revolution, prada, Square Enix

For some reason, Final Fantasy XIII-2 characters are in a fashion catalogue. In normal person clothes. What?


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On Shelves this Week: March 11 – March 17, 2012

Posted Mar 8, 2012 at 12:51PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PS3 Tags: all zombies must die, fifa street, journey, mario party, naruto shippuden, shoot many robots, Silent Hill, tales of grace, yakuza: dead souls

Alternatively, “what to do when you’re done with Mass Effect.”


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PoV: The Pros and Cons of a Steam Console

Posted Mar 7, 2012 at 11:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PoV Tags: consoles, kinect, motion controls, playstation 4, psn, Sony, Steam, steambox, valve, xbla, xbox 720

So while GDC is going on and rumours are flying everywhere there's something we need to weigh up.


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The Last Story Confirmed for North America

Posted Feb 22, 2012 at 5:51PM EST by Listed in: Wii Tags: fatal frame, Fire Emblem, mario tennis, nintendo direct, the last story, xenoblade chronicle

Deal with it, Brazil.

If you tuned in for Nintendo’s Nintendo Direct broadcast this morning, you were treated to yet another incredibly boring video with a few spread out game trailers. However, if you managed to stick through the thing until close to the end, you’re also aware of what we’re about to reveal here on the site: Mistwalker’s insanely popular RPG, The Last Story, is headed to North America.

The game, which was published by Nintendo in Europe and Japan, will be distributed by XSEED Games. There’s no official release date as of yet; all we know is that you can expect to see the game sometime in 2012. This is the second good bit of news for Nintendo fans, following the Xenoblade Chronicles release date announcement earlier today.

If you didn’t watch the Nintendo Direct broadcast, you can watch it below for information on Kid Icarus, Fire Emblem, Fatal Frame and – gasp! – Mario Tennis:

Are you amped to see more RPGs coming to the Wii in 2012? Also, how awkward is Reggie Fils-Aime?

[Game Informer]

Deal with it, Brazil.


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The Best Video Game Ending of All Time, According to Guinness, is...Wait...What?

Posted Feb 13, 2012 at 3:45PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3 Tags: call of duty: black ops, halo: reach, ocarina of time

Guinness polled 13,000 gamers to get their opinion on the best video game ending of all time and what they came up with may surprise you. 13,000 fans can't be wrong - or can they?


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Army Families Get Gaming Heaven

Posted Jan 29, 2012 at 11:45AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Wii Tags: army gaming, fort rucker gaming, wii cafe

And a six lane swimming pool.


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Nintendo Network Announced at Investor Briefing

Posted Jan 27, 2012 at 1:59PM EST by Listed in: Wii U Tags: nintendo network, Satoru Iwata, Super Mario, wii u

Nintendo takes another step into the present with its own digital delivery service.

The Nintendo investor briefing held early this morning in Japan was chock full of good news for the company. In addition to predicting that the 3DS will finally hit profitability in 2012 and announcing an all-new Super Mario side-scroller, the company had quite the bombshell to drop – a digital delivery service called the Nintendo Network.

Satoru Iwata, Nintendo president, offer up a few details on what gamers can expect from the new service. Expect the Communities system to return, which allows people who aren’t on each other’s friends lists to play together. There’s also full support for DLC, a feature on which Nintendo has been way behind the curve. You’ll also find a wide range of downloadable games, similar to the Nintendo eShop but more robust in both lineup and functionality.

All in all, it looks like Nintendo has finally realized that if it wants to stay competitive in the next console generation, it has to dramatically up its online game. The Wii’s online capabilities were decent, but friend codes and other unnecessary complexities dragged it down. Here’s hoping the new Nintendo Network will alleviate some of those problems and make the Wii U a more online-ready machine.

[Edge]

Nintendo takes another step into the present with its own digital delivery service.


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Skyrim Patch 1.4 Details

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 4:30PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: Bethesda, patch 1.4, skyrim

Bethesda releases full patch notes for their latest Skyrim update, now in the certification testing.

It seems like it’s been forever since the launch of Skyrim, but millions of gamers are still spending their free time slaying dragons and “accidentally” murdering their followers. And, as is customary with Bethesda games, Skyrim still has a fair few issues interfering with players’ ability to fully enjoy the game.

The company is more than aware of Skyrim’s issues and has been working non-stop to get them fixed –especially the ever-present PS3 bug that makes the game nearly unplayable for some users. I’ll skip the analysis and go straight to the patch notes. If you’re a Skyrim fan, you’ll want to read through these:

NEW FEATURES

Skyrim launcher support for Steam Workshop (PC)

BUG FIXES

General optimizations for memory and performance

Fixed occasional issue with armour and clothing not displaying properly when placed on mannequins in player’s house.(PS3)

Improved compiler optimisation settings (PC)

Long term play optimisations for memory and performance (PS3)

Memory optimisations related to scripting

Fixed crashes related to pathing and AI

Fixed crash in Haemar’s Shame if player had already completed “A Daedra’s Best Friend”

Fixed rare crash with loading saved games

Fixed issue with accented characters not displaying properly at the end of a line

Master Criminal achievement/trophy unlocks properly in French, German, Spanish and Italian

Fixed issue where dragon priest masks would not render correctly

Fixed issue where quests would incorrectly progress after reloading a save

Fixed issues with placing and removing books from bookshelves in the player’s home

Fixed issue where weapon racks and plaques would not work correctly in player’s house if player immediately visits their house before purchasing any furnishing.

Fixed issue where the player house in Windhelm would not clean up properly

Fixed crash related to giant attacks and absorb spells

Fixed issue with ash piles not cleaning up properly

Fixed occasional issue where overwriting an existing save would fail

Fixed memory crash with container menu

Fixed infinite loop with bookshelves

Fixed issue where traps in Shalidor’s Maze would not work properly in French, German, Spanish and Italian versions

Fixed issue where transforming back to human from werewolf would occasionally not fail

Bows and daggers will display properly when placed on weapon racks

QUEST FIXES

The Unusual Gem inside the Thalmor Embassy is now accessible after finishing “Diplomatic Immunity”

In “Breaching Security”, the quest token is no longer required to receive a fortune reading from Olava the Feeble

Fixed issue where Galmar would not complete Joining the Stormcloaks properly if “Season Unending” was an active quest

Fixed issue where starting “Season Unending” after finishing “Joining the Stormcloaks” would prevent “The Jagged Crown” from starting properly.

Fixed issue progressing through “Message to Whiterun” while “Season Unending” was still open would block progression for both quests.

In “Arniel’s Endeavor”, fixed issue where a quest journal would trigger multiple times

In “Forbidden Legend”, the amulet fragment can no longer disappear after player leaves a dungeon without taking it

Fixed rare issue in “Forbidden Legend” where killing Mikrul Gauldurson while sneaking would make his corpse unaccessible

In “The White Phial”, the phial can no longer disappear if player leaves dungeon without taking it

“The White Phial” will now start properly if player already has a briar heart in their inventory

Player can no longer get stuck in Misty Grove after completing “A Night to Remember”

Fixed issue where leaving Riften during “A Chance Arrangement” would prevent quest from progressing

In “Darkness Returns”, a door in Twilight Sepulcher will properly open if the player leaves the dungeon for an extended period of time before completing the quest

In “Under New Management”, if the player leaves the Oculory for an extended period of time after placing the focusing crystal and returns, the quest will proceed correctly

“Onmund’s Request” will now start properly if player has already found Enthir’s staff before receiving this quest

Fixed instance where Tonilia would stop buying stolen items and also would not give Guild Leader Armor

“Repairing the Phial” will start properly if player already has unmelting snow or mammoth tusk in their inventory

Finding Pantea’s Flute before speaking with Pantea no longer prevents her quest from updating

In “The Coming of the Dawn”, fixed rare instance where a quest object would spawn incorrectly on the Katariah during Hail Sithis

Fixed rare issue in “The Mind of Madness” where player is unable to equip the Wabbajack

Fixed issue in “Pieces of the Past” where Mehrunes Dagon’s Razor will not trigger properly if player leaves the cell for extended period of time before activating it

“Blood’s Honor” will start properly if you visited and completed Driftshade and an extended period of time passes before starting the quest.

Fixed rare issue where “Dampened Spirits” would not start properly

Fixed issue where player would be unable to become Thane of Riften if they purchased a home first

Fixed issue where killing guards in Cidhna Mine woud block progression for “No One Escapes Cidhna Mine”

Fixed numerous issues with “Blood on the Ice” not triggering properly

In “Blood on the Ice”, Calixto can now be killed if player owns a house in Windhelm

In “The Cure for Madness”, killing Cicero then resurrecting him no longer impedes quest progress

Fixed rare issue in “To Kill an Empire” where an NPC would fail to die properly

Clearing Knifepoint Ridge before starting “Boethiah’s Champion” no longer prevents quest from starting.

That’s quite a few fixes for one patch – Bethesda hopes to have 1.4 submitted for certification early next week.

[Edge]

Bethesda releases full patch notes for their latest Skyrim update, now in the certification testing.


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Diablo III to Receive Major Changes

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 4:00PM EST by Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: Blizzard, diablo iii, jay wilson

Blizzard is tweaking their dungeon-crawling opus in response to beta user feedback.

Diablo III’s beta has been trucking steadily along, and while we did receive a bit of a tip in the form of a leaked release date, news has been relatively scarce. Essentially, we know that the beta is in progress and that the game is set for release sometime this year – there haven’t been any big bombshells.

Today’s news marks the biggest tidbit we’ve gotten on the subject. Diablo’s director, Jay Wilson, made a statement on the official Diablo blog that the Blizzard team would be tweaking some of the in-game systems thanks to player feedback. Here’s a list of some of the changes mentioned:

Removal of Scrolls of Identification

Removal of Cauldron of Jordan

Removal of Nephalem Cubes

Adjustment of core character stats

Common items are no longer salvageable

Blacksmiths can now salvage items

Addition of a dedicated potions button

Removal of Mystic artisan

You can view the full details of Diablo III’s upcoming updates by following the source link at the bottom of this post. It looks like Blizzard is doing some serious work on the game’s mechanics; hopefully this won’t have an effect on the final release date.

Have you been playing the Diablo III beta? What are your thoughts?

[Diablo Blog]

Blizzard is tweaking their dungeon-crawling opus in response to beta user feedback.


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AbleGamers gives SWTOR Game of the Year

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 3:30PM EST by Listed in: MMORPG Tags: BioWare, Star Wars, swtor, the old republic

The charity, dedicated to bringing gaming to disabled individuals worldwide, celebrates the deep accessibility options present in Bioware’s MMO.

If you’ve never heard of AbleGamers, here’s the scoop: The organization, founded in 2004, focuses on bringing expensive accessibility technology to gamers with disabilities, thus enriching their lives by providing them with fun entertainment and a method for interacting with the online world. AbleGamers also lobbies for accessibility options in games that allow people with a variety of disabilities to more easily enjoy the titles.

Star Wars: The Old Republic has just been named AbleGamers’ 2011 Accessible Mainstream Game of the Year, a title that, while not catchy, recognizes the immense work Bioware put into making their massive MMO accessible to all gamers.

The charity cited full subtitles, colorblind graphics setups and flexible control schemes as the primary reasons for the award, with president Mark Barlet noting, “It's very rare to see a game of this caliber initially released with so many accessibility options.” He also stated that thanks to Bioware’s work on accessibility, the great majority of disabled gamers would still be able to enjoy SWTOR.

Nice work, Bioware!

Do you think developers have a responsibility to make their games accessible to individuals with disabilities?

[AbleGamers]

The charity, dedicated to bringing gaming to disabled individuals worldwide, celebrates the deep accessibility options present in Bioware’s MMO.


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SOPA Shelved, PIPA Lives On

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 2:39PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: harry reid, lamar smith, pipa, sopa

The Stop Online Piracy Act is off the table, but the Senate’s version may still have a chance.

Hell hath no fury like an Internet scorned – or at least that’s the lesson Congress learned on January 18th. Fueled by the blackouts of dozens of popular sites, the SOPA protests resulted in millions of phone calls and emails aimed at Congressional Representatives, which in turn led to SOPA and PIPA being postponed for further review.

Today, Senator Harry Reid announced that PIPA, essentially the Senate’s version of the Internet blacklist bill, would be pushed back until further notice. Additionally, Representative Lamar Smith, the primary author of SOPA, has issued a statement indicating that SOPA needs revisiting, but for the time being is off the table.

The threat is far from over – as long as members of Congress are willing to take pressure from entertainment industry lobbyists and sign bills they apparently don’t understand, the current freedom of the web will be at risk. In the meantime, it appears that the Internet has at least won the first round. We’ll just have to wait and see how the story develops in the future.

Did you do anything in protest to SOPA or PIPA?

[Destructoid]

The Stop Online Piracy Act is off the table, but the Senate’s version may still have a chance.


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Rumor: Outland, Beyond Good and Evil and From Dust Landing in a Bundle?

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 2:04PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: beyond good and evil, from dust, outland, psn, Ubisoft, xbla

It appears that Ubisoft is planning a triple-pack box version of these games for release in stores.

The downloadable games market has never been stronger, with plenty of 2011’s best titles being delivered through Xbox Live Arcade, Steam and PSN. However, there’s always an argument for the in-store release of popular games – not everyone has a strong internet connection, and some gamers may be unaware of these exceptional titles.

It looks like Ubisoft feels the same way, as recent rumors indicate the existence of an Ubisoft Triple Pack that includes From Dust, Beyond Good & Evil HD and Outland. The Triple Pack is currently only showing up for European retailers and there’s no word from Ubisoft on whether they’re planning to bring the bundle to American gamers.

The Ubisoft Triple Pack is priced at £14.99 and apparently launches on March 23.

Do you think bundling downloadable titles and pushing them to stores is a good idea? I can definitely see a bonus when it comes to parents shopping for birthday or Christmas gifts – it’s not like a non-gaming family member would know where to find From Dust.

[GameSpot]

It appears that Ubisoft is planning a triple-pack box version of these games for release in stores.


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Mario Kart 7 is Japan’s Best Selling Game of 2011

Posted Jan 17, 2012 at 2:00PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: Dragon Quest, mario kart 7, monster hunter, super mario 3d land, wii sports

Nintendo 3DS titles score the top three slots for 2011 sales.

Japan’s gaming market is very, very different from the one here in the west. Japanese gamers are big fans of portable titles, and they’re not really that into the AAA FPS blockbusters that seem to do so well in the U.S. and in Europe. With that in mind, the 2011 software sales tallies for Japan don’t really come as much of a surprise.

Mario Kart 7 landed firmly in first place, followed by Super Mario 3D Land. In fact, of the top ten games, five were exclusively available on a Nintendo console. The rest of the list belongs to the PlayStation 3, with not one Xbox 360 title breaking into the top ten.

Here’s the full list, courtesy of Edge:

01. Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo, 3DS)

02. Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo, 3DS)

03. Monster Hunter Tri G (Capcom, 3DS)

04. Final Fantasy Type-0 (Square Enix, PSP)

05. Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Square Enix, PS3)

06. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd (Capcom, PSP)

07. Minna No Rhythm Tengoku (Nintendo, Wii)

08. Tales Of Xillia (Namco Bandai, PS3)

09. Dragon Quest Monsters Joker 2 Professional (DS)

10. Wii Sports Resort (Nintendo, Wii)

What’s really amazing about Mario Kart topping the charts for the year is that the game didn’t hit shelves until December 1. That means that every one of the 1.16 million units sold moved in just a rough 30-day period. Not too shabby there, Nintendo. Also interesting is Final Fantasy XIII-2’s presence on the list, despite the fact that the game opened relatively weak and many news outlets lamented it as a failure.

So what do these numbers tell us about the western market? Nothing at all, of course!

Nintendo 3DS titles score the top three slots for 2011 sales.


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Shigeru Miyamoto Working on New IP

Posted Jan 6, 2012 at 1:58PM EST by Listed in: Wii U Tags: Shigeru Miyamoto, Super Mario

The gaming luminary is developing a brand new, top-secret project for the Wii U.

Shigeru Miyamoto is a busy guy. He’s in charge of pretty much every important franchise at Nintendo, and has confirmed that he’s currently working on Pikmin 3 and Luigi’s Mansion for the Wii U. However, he seems to be working on a brand new franchise in addition to the games that have already been announced.

In an interview with Zoomin Games, Miyamoto discussed the expectations that have been placed on him by fans, and how he strives to live up to their demands. He also noted that despite the pressure to hit grand slams, he has no fear of developing all-new project.

The legendary developer is the mind behind some of the biggest characters in the industry, most notably Super Mario. Anything he makes usually ends up being well received and well remembered, but it’s been quite some time since he had his hands in a completely original property. It will be interesting to see what he’s up to.

There’s no official word on what Miyamoto is developing or when it will come out – stay tuned for updates as they roll out. In the meantime, do you think Miyamoto is over-hyped, or that he truly is one of the best in the world?

[Edge]

The gaming luminary is developing a brand new, top-secret project for the Wii U.


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3DS Sells 4 Million…in US Alone

Posted Jan 4, 2012 at 9:45AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3ds sales, nintendo sales, npd figures, ocarina of time

Nintendo really are doing well!


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Most Pirated Games Of 2011

Posted Dec 31, 2011 at 8:15AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: iPad, PC Gaming Tags: pc game piracy, video game piracy, wii piracy, xbox piracy

It’s something we have to accept and analyse.


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3DS Breaks 4 Million Sold in Japan

Posted Dec 26, 2011 at 3:36PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: mario kart 7, monster hunter 3g, nintendo 3ds, super mario 3d land

The Nintendo 3DS has a strong pre-Christmas week, moving over 500,000 systems.

It’s been a pretty great month for the Nintendo 3DS. Ever since the launch of Monster Hunter 3G, the device has been flying off shelves in Japan. Thanks to the last-minute rush of the holidays, Nintendo managed to snag 510,620 unit sales in just the last week – a 39 percent increase from the previous week.

The Nintendo 3DS outsold the PS Vita by 13%, but it’s not clear what, if anything, that could indicate, considering the relative age disparity of the units and possible availability problems with the Vita. Either way, Nintendo’s once-maligned system is making a strong case for its future.

Mario also had a good week, with fans snapping up over a million copies each of both Mario Kart 7 and Super Mario 3D Land. There’s no longer any room for argument that the 3DS is a system in trouble – now it’s up to Nintendo to convince investors and get their finances back in the black.

In the meantime, we’ll just have to wait and see how these big Japanese successes ripple through the western market. They could mark a new trend for 3DS sales over here, but they might not.

What do you think?

[Joystiq]

The Nintendo 3DS has a strong pre-Christmas week, moving over 500,000 systems.


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FFXII-2 Tops Japanese Sales Charts

Posted Dec 22, 2011 at 4:57PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: final fantasy xiii, golden abyss, mario kart 7, monster hunter, super mario 3d land, uncharted

Square Enix’s follow up to the maligned Final Fantasy XIII is off to a strong start in Japan. Duh.

If there’s one thing Japan loves, it’s Final Fantasy. So it’s not entirely surprising that Final Fantasy XIII-2, which launched earlier this week for Japanese gamers, has already rocketed to the top of the sales charts. The game moved 500,000 copies in its first week of release, toppling Monster Hunter 3G from the top of the charts and renewing confidence in the Final Fantasy brand.

Of course, Japanese sales trends aren’t always indicative of western performance (as I said, Monster Hunter was #1 until this happened), but it’s definitely good news for Square Enix that their hardcore fan base wasn’t so upset with FFXIII that they abandoned the brand entirely. The actual sales figure, around 525,000, accounts only for PS3 versions of the game.

Some Vita titles also managed to make the list, a good sign for the fledgling handheld. Here’s the top 20, for those of you that like tracking Japanese game sales:

01. [PS3] Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Square Enix, 12/15): 525,271

02. [3DS] Monster Hunter 3G (Capcom, 12/10): 208,427 (730,386)

03. [3DS] Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo, 12/01): 182,418 (789,871)

04. [3DS] Inazuma Eleven Go (Level-5, 12/15): 135,259

05. [3DS] Super Mario 3D Land (Nintendo, 11/03): 112,533 (837,143)

06. [WII] Kirby Wii (Nintendo, 10/27): 71,028 (398,516)

07. [PSV] Hot Shots Golf 6 (Sony, 12/17): 61,412

08. [PSV] Uncharted Golden Abyss (Sony, 12/17): 48,224

09. [WII] Just Dance Wii (Nintendo, 10/13): 44,021 (323,293)

10. [WII] Poke Park 2 (Pokemon, 11/12): 43,829 (164,018)

11. [WII] Wii Party (Pokemon, 07/08/10): 42,632 (2,129,236)

12. [NDS] Magician's Quest: The Merchant's Store of Sorcery (Konami, 12/10): 35,068 (81,110)

13. [WII] Mario & Sonic at London Olympics (Pokemon, 11/12): 34,351 (64,573)

14. [PS3] Shin Kamaitachi no Yoru (Chunsoft, 12/17): 33,686

15. [PS3] BlazBlue Continuum Shift Extend (Arc System Works, 12/17): 32,992

16. [WII] Wii Sports Resort (Nintendo, 11/11/10): 30,804 (734,046)

17. [WII] Taiko Drum Master Wii Ultimate Version (Namco Bandai, 11/23): 30,046 (100,284)

18. [PSV] Dynasty Warriors Next (Tecmo Koei, 12/17): 29,181

19. [PSV] Lord of Apocalypse (Square Enix, 12/17): 28,742

20. [NDS] One Piece Gigant Battle! 2 (Namco Bandai, 11/17): 28,406 (207,458)

Nintendo is clearly the king of the party in Japan, despite the temporary dominance of one game or another. In the meantime, we’ll just have to wait and see how FFXIII-2 is received here in the west. The previous game was the best selling in the history of the franchise, but also landed to lukewarm reviews.

How do you think FFXIII-2 will do when it’s released in the west? Also, don’t you just hate typing “FFXIII-2?”

[Destructoid]

Square Enix’s follow up to the maligned Final Fantasy XIII is off to a strong start in Japan. Duh.


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Nintendo: Zelda Motion Controls here to stay

Posted Dec 18, 2011 at 10:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U, Wii Tags: e3 2011, Legend of Zelda, loz, Nintendo, skyward sword

Nintendo: Zelda Motion Controls are here to stay

Zelda will not be going back to classic controls, except on handhelds

Eiji Aonuma has made two fantastic Wii games and while speaking to Nintendo magazine, Eiji noted that they could not go back to "button controls now," saying "so I think that these titles will be used in future Zelda titles." At E3 2011, Nintendo showed off that the new control scheme will help evolve the player experience.

The new Zelda games have been quite focused on the control schemes, even the DS versions, the games have worked their way into making sure all of Nintendo's technological advancements work with the console/handheld, rather than against it. This is apart of it being apart of Nintendo's big first party releases, but also some really well designed games.

The E3 demonstration showed the use of the Wii U tablet with the in-game inventory system. This will be amazing for immersion gaming and I honestly can't think how the tablet could be used for game's in the Mario series, but for Zelda and Metroid games, it would be fantastic. However, once the game is transfarred from the TV to the tablet, how will it work?

Via [Nintendo http://www.officialnintendomagazine.co.uk/33313/aonuma-future-zelda-games-will-use-skyward-sword-controls/]

Zelda will not be going back to classic controls, except on handhelds.


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Shigeru Miyamoto May or May Not be Switching Roles

Posted Dec 8, 2011 at 1:14PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: mario, Shigeru Miyamoto, Zelda

The legendary game creator announces his desire to change roles at Nintendo, but Nintendo vehemently denies that he’ll be swapping posts.

Last night, the internet exploded with news that Shigeru Miyamoto was retiring from his current position at Nintendo. While not leaving the company or the games industry, Miyamoto stated that he wanted to leave the huge franchises like Zelda and Mario to teams of younger developers so that he could go on to work on smaller projects with shorter development times. He even mentioned his love for the guy that created the Rubik’s cube.

The news was interesting, to be sure – Miyamoto clearly wants to work closer to the cutting edge of development, rather than as the guy who steers multi-billion dollar franchises. But I’m guessing Nintendo’s shareholders weren’t too happy with the information, because the company has issued a stern denial:

"This is absolutely not true. There seems to have been a misunderstanding. He has said all along that he wants to train the younger generation.

"He has no intention of stepping down. Please do not be concerned."

Nintendo is clearly trying to calm investor fears that the man responsible for most of the company’s success would be stepping into a position with less responsibility, despite the fact that the original interview seemed pretty clear about Miyamoto’s intent.

There’s obviously a small chance this whole thing is a translation error, but the odds of that are miniscule. More likely, Miyamoto has been planning this type of move for years and perhaps announced it before Nintendo had time to do the proper legwork with investors.

We’ll just have to see how the story plays out. In the meantime, what would you think of a Zelda or Mario project without Miyamoto’s oversight?

[Giant Bomb]

The legendary game creator announces his desire to change roles at Nintendo, but Nintendo vehemently denies that he’ll be swapping posts.


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No Mario Galaxy for 3DS

Posted Dec 3, 2011 at 8:30AM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: super mario 3d land, super mario galaxy, super mario sunshine

One common fan wish is put to bed, as Nintendo confirms it won’t be releasing either of the Galaxy games for its handheld console.

Super Mario Galaxy 2, if you haven’t played it, is joy on a disc. It captured all of the simple, bright fun of the Mario games before it while still managing to add new features and challenges. This is likely the reason for it being one of the best-reviewed games of all time, falling behind only the original Super Mario Galaxy and Ocarina of Time.

There were whispers, and indeed hopes, that Super Mario Galaxy 2 may eventually find its way to the 3DS handheld in some form or another. Unfortunately for Mario fans and 3DS owners, it looks like Nintendo has officially put the kibosh on those rumors.

Super Mario 3D Land’s director, Koichi Hayashida, confirmed that the company did test Galaxy on a small screen, but due to the way the game is designed, Mario appeared more like a small speck on the screen. This made many of the game’s levels nearly impossible to play, and created a frustrating experience all around. But, on the plus side, the company used what they learned from those play tests and designed Super Mario 3D Land to work around such problems – it seems to have worked, considering the game’s epic success.

Still, the news comes as a bit of a downer for anyone looking forward to enjoying Super Mario Galaxy while on the train or waiting for the bus. There’s always the Wii, right?

Would you have wanted to see Galaxy on the 3DS, or is it too port-heavy already? I wouldn’t mind getting a port of Super Mario Sunshine, but Galaxy does seem a little too expansive for such a tiny screen.

[Destructoid]

One common fan wish is put to bed, as Nintendo confirms it won’t be releasing either of the Galaxy games for its handheld console.


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On Shelves this Week: December 4 – December 10, 2011

Posted Dec 1, 2011 at 1:36PM EST by Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: final fantasy vi, fortune street, just dance, mario kart 7, oregon trail

Did you know games are still coming out? Find out what’s hitting shelves in the upcoming week.

The holiday games rush is slowly closing off, with most of the huge AAA titles already on shelves. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few big releases remaining in the calendar year, especially if you’re a Nintendo 3DS owner or a patient PC player.

So, without further ado, here’s this week’s edition of:

Mario Kart 7

3DS

ESRB Everyone

Nintendo

Fortune Street

Wii

ESRB Everyone

Square Enix

The Adventures of Tin Tin: The Game

Wii, 3DS, PS3, Xbox 360

ESRB Everyone

Ubisoft

Just Dance 3

PS3, Xbox 360, Wii

ESRB Everyone

Ubisoft

Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights

3DS

ESRB Everyone

Konami

Oregon Trail

3DS, Wii

ESRB Everyone

Crave

Final Fantasy VI

PSN

ESRB Teen

Square

Those are your major releases for the week. It’s not much, but Mario Kart 7 and Final Fantasy VI should help you burn some of those winter days away.

Did you know games are still coming out? Find out what’s hitting shelves in the upcoming week.


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Nintendo Had a Good Week

Posted Nov 29, 2011 at 3:21PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: Black Friday, mario kart 7, Nintendo, skyward sword, super mario 3d land, the legend of zelda

The games company and console maker reports huge numbers from the Black Friday sales rush.

Nintendo hasn’t been doing so great as of late, but most people figured they’d see a pretty nice boost once the holiday season rolled around. Well, the holiday season is here, and so is the predicted Nintendo boost. The company boasted astonishing sales numbers for the Thanksgiving weekend, fueled by Black Friday sales and the recent releases of two very good games.

Nintendo is reporting that since the launch of both games, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword has sold over 535,000 copies and Super Mario 3D Land has sold 500,000, both with big surges during the holiday week. The Wii also saw the best Black Friday numbers since its release, with buyers purchasing an astonishing 500,000 units. I’d love to see how Microsoft and Sony did – I’m sure they crushed as well.

Perhaps the most important data for Nintendo, however, is the increased sales of its 3DS handheld unit. Sales of the device tripled in the last week, going up by 325%. The 3DS has now officially sold more units than the original DS managed to snag in its first year of release. Whatever Nintendo needed to happen with the 3DS, it looks like it’s finally happening. The 3DS will likely continue to sell well, with Mario Kart 7 on the horizon.

We’ll just have to wait and see how Nintendo carries this momentum into the holiday season. The Wii has always been a big Christmas buy, and the 3DS is fresh enough to be on some holiday wish lists.

What’s on your holiday wish list? Do you want a Wii, a 3DS, or something else entirely?

[1up]

The games company and console maker reports huge numbers from the Black Friday sales rush.


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Rumours continue to surface on new fighting game for the PS3

Posted Nov 27, 2011 at 8:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PS3 Tags: chris molina, ps3 fighting games, sony rumours, sony smash bros, superbot, title fight

Sony appears to be pressing ahead with development of Super Smash Bros. 'esque' title for their Playstation console.


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Saturday Mash-Up: The Hottest QJ Posts of the Week

Posted Nov 19, 2011 at 7:00AM EST by Listed in: Wii Tags: final fantasy xv, PETA, saints row the third

Find out what your fellow readers were talking about in this week’s edition of the mash.

It’s been an interesting week in the world of games, with everything from a stupid PETA scandal to swirling rumors regarding the next console generation. If you haven’t had time to check in on QJ over the last few days, don’t worry – we’ve compiled five of the most commented/jumped/contested posts from the last week for your viewing pleasure. Oh! And we have a new Comment of the Week. Party!

Here they are, in no certain order:

PETA Upset Again, This Time Over Mario

This post addresses PETA’s most recent video game complaint, regarding Super Mario 3D Land’s Tanooki suit. The organization argues that this furry Mario accessory sends the message that it’s okay to wear fur, and they’ve even gone so far as to make their own game where you play as a bloody Tanooki trying to save your skin. Predictably, commenters found this to be a very, very dumb thing.

Next-Gen Consoles On the Way

With Microsoft expected to announce the Loop/720 next year and the Wii U already on the way, next-gen rumors are flying all over the place. Most recently, we learned that a major Sony studio is already developing games with PS4 specs. Comments are a mixed bag here, with some readers excited, some dubious, and some very angry with me for even mentioning the phrase “PlayStation 4.”

Final Fantasy XV May Not Be Turn-Based

One of the producers of the Final Fantasy franchise has gone on record regarding the game shifting away from its turn-based roots, prompting a mix of comments from dismayed to excited. The post also discusses the future of the Final Fantasy franchise. The franchise has hit some rocky times as of late, so the next game (FFXIII-2) has a lot to fix.

PSN Shutting Down at Night for Young Korean Gamers

In Korea, games are serious business. They have a full-fledged professional gaming scene and thousands of people line up to watch the pros go at it. With intense gaming schedules being a part of many young Koreans, the government has instituted a law that forces gamers to log off for six hours a night. Sony is obliging by shutting their service down, and most commenters seem to agree that the law has potential. Weird.

Saints Row the Third Breaks Promise of PS3 Exclusive Content

THQ stated that the PS3 version of Saints Row the Third would have exclusive content, but unfortunately no on in the gaming community seems to have tracked it down. All versions of the game are essentially identical, and THQ didn’t have much to say on the subject. Commenters mostly agree that when a company says it’s going to do something, it should follow through.

So there’s your mash-up. Read ‘em and get to commenting. And, before I forget, it’s time to hand out the very serious and important “Comment of the Week.” This week’s winner is xnamkcor, for his/her comment on the PETA post:

“’PETA claims that the Tanooki suit sends the message that it’s okay to wear fur’

If there was anything I ever agreed with PETA about, it's that furries are bad.”

I think we can all agree with that one.

Find out what your fellow readers were talking about in this week’s edition of the mash.


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Nintendo 3DS Hits 1.65 Million Sold

Posted Nov 12, 2011 at 3:36PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: mario kart 7, nintendo 3ds, skyward sword, super mario 3d land

Though gamers and industry analysts have expressed concerns over the 3DS’s marketability, the handheld is finally making headway after a rocky start.

If you’re one of the people that though the Nintendo 3DS was destined to be a disaster, it looks like you’ll have to put your “Up Yours, Nintendo” shirt away - at least for the next few months. The company has reported that the Nintendo 3DS has moved 1.65 million units in the U.S. since its launch earlier this year, after a much-needed price drop helped to boost sales.

Nintendo is hoping that the 3DS will outstrip sales for its previous handheld, the Nintendo DS, which sold 2.37 million units in its first 12 months. With the holiday season pending, it’s possible they will actually meet this goal.

Another thing fueling the increased demand for the 3DS? Games. Though remakes like Ocarina of Time and StarFox 64 have helped to secure the 3DS a place in the hearts of passionate gamers and early adopters, upcoming titles like Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7 are sure to move a few more units. Despite the new titles, Nintendo still has a serious software problem; those two games and Skyward Sword are pretty much all they have going on for the remainder of the year.

It seems like every time Nintendo releases a new console, people argue about whether or not it’s a good idea. The original DS didn’t get much love, if I recall correctly, until the Lite version surfaced, and the now-hilarious quotes from Sony regarding the Wii’s viability should be etched on the back of every PS Move controller shipped. But Nintendo always manages to find a way to make it work (except, you know, that one time) and it looks like the 3DS is here to stay.

Do you have a 3DS? Would you consider buying one based on these new titles?

Via Destructoid

Though gamers and industry analysts have expressed concerns over the 3DS’s marketability, the handheld is finally making headway after a rocky start.


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Wal-Mart Black Friday Sale is Good for Gamers

Posted Nov 11, 2011 at 1:37PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: Black Friday, gears of war 3, kinect sports, mario and sonic

If you’re having trouble keeping up with the steady stream of fall releases, Black Friday may provide you with a nice opportunity for picking up anything you’ve missed.

Black Friday is a strange tradition, but it’s one that holds quite a bit of marketing sway here in the States. I’m not sure why exactly everyone decided that the day after Thanksgiving was the best shopping day of the year, or why retailers decided to turn it into a cataclysmic shopping event, but that’s just the world we live in now. Black Friday sales amount for a seriously large percentage of holiday revenue.

If waiting in line at stores early in the morning and trampling other people to get electronic goods is your speed, Wal-Mart has you covered with this year’s ridiculous video game Black Friday offers.

Here’s a basic rundown on what you’ll find at the big-box retailer on shopping’s most intense day:

$199 Xbox Bundle 1

4G Xbox 360

3 months of Live

Gears of War 3

$50 Wal-Mart gift card

$199 Xbox Bundle 2

4G Xbox 360

Kinect

Kinect Adventures

$50 Wal-Mart gift card

$199 PS3 Bundle

160GB PS3

Ratchet & Clank All 4 One

LittleBigPlanet 2

3 months of Sony Plus

$100 Wii Bundle

Blue Nintendo Wii

Mario and Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games

If consoles aren’t your bag, the software deals are pretty sharp as well: For $28, you can pick up Gears of War 3, Arkham City, Call of Duty: Black Ops and Infamous 3. $15 snags you Kinect Sports 2 and Dance Central 2, and Yakuza 4 is on sale for $10. There are a number of other specials going on, but those seem to be the most high profile.

Is it worth braving the crowds and chaos to grab a good deal on games?

Via Fudzilla

If you’re having trouble keeping up with the steady stream of fall releases, Black Friday may provide you with a nice opportunity for picking up anything you’ve missed.


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On Shelves This Week: November 13 – November 19, 2011

Posted Nov 10, 2011 at 12:17PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: on shelves, saints row, skyrim

The fall/winter barrage of games continues at full speed. What game are you picking up next week?

Well, Modern Warfare 3 is out, Skyrim launches tomorrow and plenty of people have picked up Uncharted 3 and Battlefield 3. But before you get too comfortable, it’s time to take note of even more games heading your way in this ridiculous 2011 holiday season. Next week we’ll visit a few old friends, including a sneaky assassin and plucky plumber. Also, you’ll get to hit people with a dildo.

Without further ado, here’s what’s on shelves this week:

Saints Row: The Third

Xbox 360, PS3, PC

ESRB Mature

THQ

Assassin’s Creed: Revelations

Xbox 360, PS3, PC

ESRB Mature

Ubisoft

Need for Speed: The Run

Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS, Wii, PS3, pc

ESRB Teen

Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary

Xbox 360

ESRB Mature

343 Industries

Super Mario 3D Land

Nintendo 3DS

ESRB Everyone

Nintendo

Dawn of Fantasy

ESRB Teen

Reverie World Studios

Ultimate Marvel Vs. Capcom 3

PS3, Xbox 360

ESRB Teen

Capcom

Jurassic Park: The Game

Xbox 360, PC, PS3

ESRB Teen

Telltale Games

Pro Evolution Soccer 2012

PSP, Wii, PS2, 3DS, Xbox 360, PC

ESRB Everyone

Konami

Kinect: Disneyland Adventures

Xbox 360

ESRB Everyone 10+

Microsoft

Dynasty Warriors 7: Xrteme Legends

PS3

ESRB Teen

Koei Tecmo

Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games

Wii

ESRB Everyone

Sega

Rayman Origins

Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS

ESRB Everyone

Ubisoft

Did I see a PS2 game in there? I guess people still have those, but I didn’t think game developers were spending any time on the platform.

So what’s your poison this week? I’m not buying anything, since I’ll be buried in Skyrim. But, if I had to choose, I think I’d go with Assassin’s Creed.

The fall/winter barrage of games continues at full speed. What game are you picking up next week?


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New Zelda title confirmed for 3DS

Posted Nov 5, 2011 at 8:05AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: Eiji Aonuma, Legend of Zelda, loz

Nintendo Game Designer, Eiji Aonuma, let's slip details on the new Zelda 3DS title.


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What in the World is Nintendo Patenting?

Posted Nov 4, 2011 at 5:19PM EST by Listed in: Wii U Tags: nintendo patents, wii u, Wiimote

The Japanese games developer has filed a new patent for a Wiimote touchpad accessory, but it’s not exactly clear what they’re planning on doing with it.

Nintendo is the champion of accessories. From the Zapper to the Wii wheel, nearly every Nintendo console generation has been marked with some sort of game-specific add-on. Just look at the Wii controller section of your favorite big-box retailer if you want to see this in action.

Now, it looks like Nintendo is plotting yet another add-on for the Wiimote, likely aimed at its upcoming Wii U device.

Essentially, you slide this thingamajig onto the Wiimote, and then use it as a touchpad. The device apparently functions through clever manipulation of mirrors, but I’m not a very smart person so I’m having a hard time following the description. Basically, when you touch the pad, the device works, and when you leave it alone it functions like a normal Wiimote.

Nintendo has noted that possible applications include drawing pads or mouse pointers, but I’m still having a hard time wrapping my mind around what exactly their intent could be. As we know, many patents never see the light of day, so this could be one more odd Nintendo technology that doesn’t quite make it to shelves.

What do you think of a Wiimote touchpad? Also, can you make any sense of the diagram?

Via Siliconera

The Japanese games developer has filed a new patent for a Wiimote touchpad accessory, but it’s not exactly clear what they’re planning on doing with it.


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The Super Mario killer is back, Sonic Generations out now!

Posted Nov 4, 2011 at 9:30AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Wii Tags: sega sonic, Sonic, sonic generations, Sonic the Hedgehog, sonics 20th birthday

It's out. In celebration of Sonics 20th birthday, SEGA has released Sonic Generations for the Wii, Xbox 360 and PS3.


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PoV: Mario Kart 7s 3DS Wheel is Not a Good Idea

Posted Nov 2, 2011 at 3:04PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3ds wheel, mario kart wii

Nintendo is releasing a special wheel accessory for Mario Kart 7, but does it really make any sense?

Mario Kart Wii came boxed with a plastic wheel you could connect to your Wiimote for a more “realistic” driving experience. In other words, you could tilt the controller to steer instead of tapping the analog stick in one direction or the other. The wheel proved to be imprecise and I don’t know a single person that prefers it over the Wiimote, unless it’s as a rule for some obscure drinking game.

Nintendo’s wheel accessory makes sense in terms of fun and I’m sure there are plenty of people that enjoy using it, but for players serious about performance it’s never going to replace the analog stick. It’s just too sloppy for consistent performance. It looks like Mario Kart 7 will be no different, with Nintendo offering a wheel attachment for the Nintendo 3DS.

There are a few things that don’t add up here. Number one, anyone who’s played a 3DS knows that moving the screen even a little completely disrupts the 3D experience (and in my case, makes me want to hurl). Number two, even if you turn the 3D off, you’re still moving the screen all over the place when you steer. It works for Mario Kart Wii because you’re tiling a controller, not your television – with the 3DS you’ll have to tilt your head along with the wheel.

Nintendo is testing the wheel release in Japan, and I suspect they may try and drop it in North America as well. The question is, how many people want to tilt their 3DS all over the place just to get through a race? My guess is very few.

Do you think adding a wheel accessory to a handheld device can work?

Nintendo is releasing a special wheel accessory for Mario Kart 7, but does it really make any sense?


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Interview with Matti Larsson on style and indie games

Posted Oct 27, 2011 at 3:10PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Nintendo DS, iPhone Tags: dsiware, matti larsen, valet parking 1989, zordix

From the creators of the retro styled Valet Parking 1989, QJ.net talks to the creators about their new game, 1950's Lawn Mower Kids and their hopes for the future.


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Nintendo Losses Even Worse than Expected

Posted Oct 27, 2011 at 2:59PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo DS Tags: mario kart 7, nintendo losses, skyward sword

A tough global economy, falling console sales and a less-than-stellar start for the 3DS lead Nintendo to post its first annual loss since 1981.

Industry analysts have long predicted that Nintendo was going to post some sort of negative financial report in the next few weeks, but it looks like the actual results are even grimmer than experts expected. Over the last six months, Nintendo’s sales revenue has experienced a 40.6 percent decline, or roughly ¥147.4 billion.

The company’s net loss, which landed about ¥2.01 billion in 2010, has rocketed to a staggering ¥70.3 billion, most of which came in the last measured quarter. This sudden boost in losses is likely fueled by the lowered cost of the 3DS, which Nintendo is essentially selling for less than it costs to produce.

Most other costs associated with the brand have stayed steady, indicating that falling sales are the primary factor in the major financial trouble the company is currently experiencing. Revenue in the United States has dropped by around ¥85.9 billion, which amounts to around 58 percent of the total drop in income. Nintendo’s game offerings have certainly been slim in the last few months; gamers would be more likely to purchase Nintendo titles if they had some from which to choose.

On the plus side, the Nintendo 3DS is finally gaining some traction, with a large rush in purchases after the big price drop. 3DS sales are up to a lifetime 6.68 million, compared to the 6.65 million units the original Nintendo DS sold in its first seven months of launch.

As for the future of Nintendo, they’re going to need to come up with a better way to sell 3DS handhelds (namely, games) and to hit a home run with the Wii U or they could be in serious trouble. They’re naturally hoping for a holiday rush on 3DS systems as well as big title games like Skyward Sword and Mario Kart 7, but it’s unclear if this rush will be enough to push them back into safe territory.

Via Edge

A tough global economy, falling console sales and a less-than-stellar start for the 3DS lead Nintendo to post its first annual loss since 1981.


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Nintendo attempts time travel, Kirby's Return to Dreamland

Posted Oct 25, 2011 at 10:30AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Wii Tags: kirby, kirby for the wii, Nintendo

Released in North America over the weekend, Kirby is making his triumphant turn on the Nintendo Wii, but is the game worth a look?


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On Shelves This Week: October 23 – October 29, 2011

Posted Oct 20, 2011 at 8:00PM EST by Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: bf3, dance central, dragon ball z, heavy fire, infamous, kirby, on shelves, Pokemon

Find out what games are dropping next week so you can plan your fake sick days accordingly.

Next week belongs to Battlefield 3, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few other games coming out that may tickle your fancy. Here’s a quick list of a few of the more notable titles hitting shelves and digital downloads, starting this coming Sunday.

Battlefield 3

Xbox 360, PS3, PC

ESRB Mature

EA/DICE

inFamous 2: Festival of Blood

PSN

ESRB Teen

Sucker Punch

Stronghold 3

ESRB Teen

SouthPeak Games/Firefly Studios

Dragon Ball Z: Ultimate Tenkaichi

Xbox 360, PS3

ESRB Teen

Kirby’s Return to Dreamland

Wii

ESRB E

Nintendo/HAL

Dance Central 2

Xbox 360

ESRB RP

Harmonix

Pokémon Rumble Blast

Nintendo 3DS

ESRB RP

Nintendo

Heavy Fire: Afghanistan

Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PC

ESRB RP

Mastiff

That’s the bulk of them – if you’re not one of the million or so people picking up BF3, what game are you planning on picking up instead?

Find out what games are dropping next week so you can plan your fake sick days accordingly.


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Fortune Street Wii – Mario Party Monopoly?

Posted Oct 16, 2011 at 11:00AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Wii Tags: comic con, fortune street, itadaki street, mario party monopoly

NY Comic Con always produces a few weird pieces of information (and pictures!), but the more detail that is made available on 'Fortune Street', the more we are waiting for the creepy Monopoly guy to start jumping around on the TV!


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Nintendo DS Family Breaks 50 Million Sold in US

Posted Oct 14, 2011 at 8:30AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Nintendo DS Tags: ds 50 million, ds sales, Nintendo, super mario 3d

The DS was already the best-selling video game system in U.S. History, with this new achievement unlocked in September this year.


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New Super Mario Bros Black Wii Bundle Announced

Posted Oct 11, 2011 at 4:37PM EST by Listed in: Wii Tags: new super mario bros wii, Nintendo, wii bundles

Nintendo preps for the holiday season by unveiling its newest Wii bundle, but will backwards compatibility issues cause problems for Nintendo devotees?

There’s a new Wii bundle on the block as of October 23rd, according to Nintendo. It looks like Mario Kart is finally on its way out, and stepping in to replace it is New Super Mario Bros Wii, that very fun multiplayer platformer that helps you quickly determine how much you actually like your friends.

The bundle includes the game, one Wiimote with Motion Plus, one black Wii console as well as the soundtrack to Super Mario Galaxy. This new bundle is priced at the now-familiar $149.99, and should see fair success heading into the holiday season. Unlike other Wiis, the new console is designed to sit horizontally rather than vertically.

Another strange change is the decision to remove backwards compatibility with GameCube games and devices. The new Wii console will no longer play your favorite GameCube games, and you won’t be able to hook your GameCube controllers to the device – a real miss, if you ask me. I use my GameCube controller on my Wii all the time; I like it much better than the Classic and I think there are plenty of gamers that agree with me.

Regardless, look for the new Wii bundle this fall. And if you haven’t player New Super Mario Bros Wii with a friend, you should probably get on that. It’s great fun, but also an exercise in sheer patience.

How do you feel about the loss of backwards compatibility in this new Wii console?

Via Destructoid

Nintendo preps for the holiday season by unveiling its newest Wii bundle, but will backwards compatibility issues cause problems for Nintendo devotees?


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Nordic Game Chart: Week 39

Posted Oct 6, 2011 at 3:40PM EST by Carl B Listed in: PS3 Tags: Europe, fifa 12, nordic game chart

The latest Nordic Game Chart has been released. Is there a new game on top?


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Rage Gage and Modern Gaming Tech

Posted Oct 6, 2011 at 1:30PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: gaming inventions, indie gaming, ragegauge

Have you ever been so angry that it made you want to invent something? Meet the RageGage.


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05/29/2012 - 06/04/2012

PS3Tools aldotools PARAM.SFO Editor 2.3 -	06/02/2012
Harmony's Nightmare v1	06/02/2012
SPU Emulation BETA 2	06/02/2012
Zombiies	06/01/2012
Newo Runner v1.1	06/01/2012
Kurushi Wii v1.0	06/01/2012
Hero City 2 v1.1	06/01/2012
WiiFlow Mod 3.0 r431	05/31/2012
XeBuild GUI 2.061	05/30/2012
edicpopDS v0.3.01	05/29/2012
RGLoader 0v290 Beta	05/27/2012
WiiMod 3.2	05/27/2012
WiiMC v1.2.7	05/25/2012
True Blue Firmeware v2.7	05/24/2012
3DS Video Converter v2.3	05/24/2012

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