Upcoming Japanese eShop releases (10/28/15)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Several new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on October 28. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:
Wii U Download
Binding of Isaac Rebirth (1500 yen)
Rock ‘N Racing Off Road (800)
Gunman Clive HD Collection (500)
Wii U Virtual Console
Hyper Sports 2 (MSX, 823 yen)
Mario Party Advance (GBA, 702 yen)
Stinger (Famicom, 514 yen)
3DS Download
Atlantic Quest (400 yen)
Binding of Isaac Rebirth (1,500 yen, New 3DS only)
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International Age Rating Coalition system debuting on the eShop soon
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 18 Comments
The International Age Rating Coalition is something that we’ve previously spoken about. This system, which is already live on the likes of Google Play and the Firefox Marketplace, allows developers to collect ratings for various territories at no cost. Rather than having to submit games to different classification boards such as the ESRB (U.S.), PEGI (UK), and USK (Germany), they’re only sent in once, and you receive different ratings in return.
Renegade Kid co-founder Jools Watsham was recently advised by his source that he should have Dementium Remastered rated through the IARC system, and that it’s coming “very soon”. Based on that information, it seems as though the system will be up sooner rather than later – likely weeks instead of months.
Renegade Kid confirms $15 price point for Dementium Remastered, recaps improvements
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 2 Comments
Dementium Remastered is creeping closer to release, and Renegade Kid has shared a few more details about the game.
First and foremost, we now have a final price point. Dementium Remastered will be set at $14.99 in North America, and likely a similar equivalent in Europe.
That news comes straight from Renegade Kid co-founder Jools Watsham, who also recapped all of the improvements made to the game. Here’s what he shared:
Yes, I am extremely excited about Dementium Remastered. Feels great to have it wrapped up. Price wise, the game will be $14.99 and will release in North America as soon as it can!
I think players are going to really enjoy the game, and those who are familiar with the original DS release will hopefully appreciate the improvements we have made. We approached the remastering process in a way that retained the essence of what made the original game so special, but we did not view it through rose-tinted glasses. We did not let tradition, legacy or ego hold us back from making significant improvements that we feel bring the game up to par with modern gaming experiences.
Two of the most impactful changes that affect the gameplay experience are no respawning enemies and manual save spots. In hindsight, this was unintentional difficulty in the original release, and presented unfair difficulty – not something I am a fan of. As such, this makes the new experience a more digestible and balanced experience – but it also makes it easier. This is great news for most players, but the hardcore players out there who want something they can sink their teeth into will be happy to hear that we also added two difficulty settings above “Normal”, in the form of “Hard” and “Demented”.
The art has been completely overhauled. Renegade Kid’s art director, Gregg Hargrove, and our Technical Director, Bob Ives, have implemented a wealth of new tricks to our toolbox, which enable us to utilize such delights as normal maps and detail maps that were not possible on the original Nintendo DS. Much of the geometry in the blood-stained corridors and gnarled enemies has also been redone, with higher polygon counts to present more definition and character to the visual presentation. It is disgustingly beautiful.
Another area of gameplay that we have focused on is how the weapons handle in terms of ammo and reloading. The system in the original game was kinda of strange. We have modernized this aspect for Dementium Remastered. This is something that will feel natural to new players, and improved for fans of the original.
Dementium Remastered runs at 60 frames per second on the regular 3DS with 3D on. It also supports the Circle Pad Pro and second analog nub on the New 3DS. Much like Moon Chronicles, the game offers a wealth of control options, including different button configurations and aim sensitivity adjustments.
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Mighty No. 9 blog post: Demo improvements
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
comcept have published a new blog post about Mighty No. 9. The post highlights some of the improvements the game has undergone between last year’s beta version and the special demo version that was recently made available to all backers. Several updates have been made in that time, such as improved lightning effects, updated portraits and fonts new projectile designs. Make sure to read the full blog post here.
Mighty No. 9 will be released in February next year.
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Wizdom 3DS trailer
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
Moving Player have released a trailer for their 3DS game Wizdom, which will be released on the European eShop this Thursday. Check it out below:
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3DS eShop charts (10/19/15)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 1 Comment
This week’s 3DS eShop charts are as follows:
Software
1. 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2
2. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
3. Mario Kart 7
4. Super Mario Bros. 3
5. Shovel Knight
6. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes
7. Devil Survivor Overclocked
8. Super Mario Bros.
9. Smash Controller
10. Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal World Duel Carnival
11. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
12. The Legend of Zelda
13. Cooking Mama 5
14. Animal Crossing: New Leaf
15. The Legend of Legacy
16. Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX
17. Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
18. Pokemon Omega Ruby
19. Shin Megami Tensei IV
20. Zelda: Oracle of Seasons
Videos
1. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes – The Princess Tells All
2. 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Trailer
3. Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden Trailer
4. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer PAX Prime 2015 Video
5. Meet Chibi-Robo!
6. The Legend of Legacy Full Trailer
7. Pokemon Rumble World Trailer
8. Chronus Arc Trailer
9. Goosebumps: The Game Trailer
10. Let’s Watch! Super Mario Maker Overview!
11. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon E3 2015 Trailer
12. Super Smash Bros. Mii Fighters Suit Up for Wave One
13. Mario Kart 7 Video
14. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes E3 2015 Trailer
15. Yo-kai Watch E3 2015 Trailer
16. Little Battlers eXperience Trailer
17. Chibi-Robo amiibo!
18. Shovel Knight – Amiibo Reveal Trailer
19. Binding of Isaac: Rebirth Nindies@Night PAX Trailer
20. Hyrule Warriors Legends E3 2015 Trailer
Source: 3DS eShop
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A few Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 details
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 6 Comments
During the Portland Retro Gaming Expo, Inti Creates president Takuya Aizu was on hand to show new footage from Azure Striker Gunvolt 2. Attendees also got a look at a new boss and song.
Here’s what we know thus far:
– Is a 3DS exclusive for the time being
– More footage might be coming around summer of 2016 (very tentative)
– Some playable version of the game also may be released in summer (very tentative)
– There will be more stage-mashup (Gauntlet) levels in Gunvolt 2
– Will re-use pixel art assets from the first game
– The resolution and graphics are also planned to be the same
– The transition from GV1 to GV2 will reportedly be similar to the first and second Mega Man Zero games
– No word yet on whether Dullahan will be back
– The sequel will be around the same length as the first game: around 8-10 hours
– There might be an actual, happy ending in GV2
– There will evidently be “something surprising” in the game’s story
– The checkpoint markers in the trailer apparently look “Copen style”
– The gameplay in the trailer looks very much the same as the first game
Gunslugs 2 file size
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
Gunslugs 2 will be out on the North American and European 3DS eShop on Thursday. For those that are curious, the game takes up 181 blocks of space on an SD card. You’ll need roughly 23MB, which is quite small!
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Pokemon Shuffle update: Mega Banette, new main stages, Giratina returns
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
A new week means some new content in Pokemon Shuffle.
First of all, some new main stages have been added, starting with stage #231, Grimer.
The Mega Banette competition has also gone live. Placing in the top 65,000 in Japan, 16,000 in Europe and 23,000 in the US gets you a Banettite. If you place in the top 5,000 in Japan, 1,000 in Europe and 1,500 in the US, you also get a Mega Speedup on top of that. Placing in the top 80,000 in Japan, 19,000 in Europe and 28,000 in the US gets you one Attack Power Up. Everyone else who participates get a Jewel.
Finally, the Giratina Escalation Battle makes a return. If you haven’t caught the powerful Ghost type previously, now’s your chance.
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Screenshots of this week’s Nintendo Downloads (10/22/15, Europe)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Screenshots, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Several new games are launching this week on the European Wii U and 3DS eShops. If you’re interested in checking out what’s new in screenshot form, take a peak at the gallery below.
