World of Goo on Switch works with the touchscreen, motion pointer
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 13 Comments
When World of Goo comes to Switch next month, you’ll be able to play the game in a variety of ways. For one thing, the system’s touchscreen is supported. A motion pointer option is also included similar to the Wii version back in the day.
Tomorrow Corporation confirmed on Twitter yesterday:
@MCX316 They will have both
— Tomorrow Corporation (@TomorrowCorp) February 10, 2017
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New Mario Sports Superstars trailer shows off golf
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Nintendo uploaded a new Mario Sports Superstars trailer today, which gives us a good look at golf. Check it out below.
David Wise composing the soundtrack for Snake Pass
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop | 15 Comments
Update 2 (2/10): Sumo Digital has now made the news official. Here are a couple of previews:
Update: Well, maybe not. It still may very well be happening, but it seems this blurb has already been removed from the Steam page. We’ll try to get an official answer for you soon.
Original (2/9): Snake Pass has a big name working on its soundtrack. According to the official Steam page, David Wise is handling the music.
Wise is one of the most well-known composers working in the gaming industry right right. In his early days, he worked on a bunch of games for Rare. More recently, he was involved with Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze and the upcoming Yooka-Laylee.
We should have more on Snake Pass in the near future.
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Dragon Quest VIII – bonus SpotPass items now being distributed
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
When Dragon Quest VIII launched in the west last month, new items were supposed to be delivered via SpotPass. For whatever reason though, nothing had been sent out to player – until now. Nintendo confirmed on Twitter today that, although “later than planned”, bonus items are going out.
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Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia – Japanese special edition images, soundtrack previews
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 8 Comments
Nintendo is now taking pre-orders for the Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia – Valentia Complete edition in Japan today. To give fans a better idea as to what they’re purchasing, Nintendo gave a preview of sorts.
First, we have several images showing the special artbook, Sound Selection Echoes CD, and Fire Emblem HD Movie Collection. The CD can also be found in the Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia Limited Edition.
The artbook will be 40 pages long, while the Blu-ray disc with HD versions of all the movies from Radiant Dawn, Awakening, Fates, and Echoes is over 90 minutes long.
Last but not least, we have a few samples from the CD. Below you can listen to two comparison tracks of the original Famicom version and the new arrangement for the remake. The first is a battle theme whereas the second is a chapter 2 map theme.
Mutant Alien Moles of the Dead heading to the Wii U eShop
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
EnjoyUp Games and Pixel Bones Studio have announced Mutant Alien Moles of the Dead for the Wii U eShop, “a game of reflexes in which your mission is to foil the plans of an alien invader that is attempting to conquer the planet from underground.” Players need to whack away at aliens with their hammer once they pop up through holes. If you’re not quick enough, they’ll bite you.
Mutant Alien Moles of the Dead is indeed a new take on Whack-A-Mole. Mutant Alien Moles of the Dead hopes to freshen up the experience “with the added diversity of events and extras, such as rock-paper-scissors battles, power ups and much more.
Features include:
– Fully tactile
– Power-ups
– A colorful, carefree world
– Stage bosses
– Rock-paper-scissors battles
– Game & Watch style platform stage
– A secret level for more experienced players
Source: EnjoyUp Games PR
Media Create software sales (1/30/17 – 2/5/17) – Top 50
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./01. [PS4] Resident Evil 7: biohazard #
02./03. [3DS] Pokemon Sun / Moon
03./04. [3DS] Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World #
04./07. [3DS] Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS
05./06. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch 3: Sukiyaki
06./00. [PS4] Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 – Road to Boruto
07./05. [PS4] Gravity Rush 2
08./00. [3DS] BoxBoy! Hakobume Box
09./09. [PSV] Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony #
10./11. [PS4] Grand Theft Auto V [New Price Edition]
11./08. [PS4] Kingdom Hearts HD II.8 Final Chapter Prologue
12./12. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition #
13./16. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Welcome amiibo
14./13. [3DS] Momotaro Dentetsu 2017: Tachiagare Nippon!!
15./17. [PS4] Final Fantasy XV #
16./02. [PSV] Uta no Prince-Sama: Repeat Love #
17./19. [3DS] Miitopia
18./18. [PS4] Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony #
19./10. [PS4] Valkyria Revolution
20./23. [WIU] Minecraft: Wii U Edition
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Megami Meguri trailer shows off the new update
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 2 Comments
Capcom just finished working on a sizable update for its Japanese 3DS game Megami Meguri. A new video was published today, showing what we can expect.
Here’s the trailer:
The update shows off the following:
– Three new goddesses and new story: the new goddesses are Okitsu Shimahime, Ichiki Shimahime and Takitsuhime
– Trip Memories Album: Can take photos from more scenery
– Visit Goddess: Can talk with senior goddesses
– New interactions and costumes for Tsukumo
– More features when tapping IC cards like getting food and festival T-shirts from visited regions. Over 300 stations in Japan are supported.
– Trip Melody: Has sound test, can listen to BGMs. New BGMs added through DLC. Tsukumo’s song can also be downloaded.
Megami Meguri players actually have access to this update right now.
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Miitomo – Lucina mask available, new Miitomo Drop stage and items (2/9/17)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 0 comments
Miitomo has been updated with more content. Users will find a new collaboration reward, stage, and some brand new items.
First, the Fire Emblem retweet event surpassed its 10,000 goal. Because of that, Nintendo is handing out Lucina’s mask from Fire Emblem Awakening. Simply boot up Miitomo and claim your gift by March 2 at 6:59 PM PT / 9:59 PM ET to obtain it.
“Explore the unknown! Space Style #1” is the new stage. It includes the following:
– Horoscope hairpin
– Constellation dress
– Earth tee
– Astro-pal
And as far as the new items go, you can nab the following:
– Logo beanie
– Duffle coat + striped sweater
– Plaid wide-hem pants
– Short two-tone boots
– Leather tassel backpack
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Zelda: Breath of the Wild Link Nendoroid pre-orders open
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 5 Comments
Update (2/9): If you prefer Amazon, both versions are up here.
Update (2/1): Pre-orders are now open on Play-Asia. The standard version is here, and the DX version is here.
Original (1/31): Retailers are beginning to take pre-orders for the new Zelda: Breath of the Wild Link Nendoroid. So far, AmiAmi and Good Smile are taking reservations.
Below are links for both:
AmiAmi
Good Smile
Play-Asia isn’t taking pre-orders yet, but we’ll inform you when they’re live.
