Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 3 Comments

News out of Famitsu this week revealed three new amiibo for Monster Hunter Stories. Capcom has now followed up with an official announcement, giving us a better look at the figures. We have an image of Qurupeco with Dan-senpai, Barioth with Ayuria, and Rathian with Cheval above.

Aside from that, Capcom unleashed a new set of screenshots and art showing new elements from the latest Famitsu coverage. We’ve posted the images below. If you missed our translation of Famitsu’s article, head on over here for an explanation of what’s new.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 4 Comments

Nintendo has shared more details about its plans for Hyper Japan Festival 2016, which is taking place next weekend.

First, it’s been announced that The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild will be shown live for the first time in the UK. Nintendo will have daily on-stage demos for the anticipated game, plus live gameplay sessions of Monster Hunter Generations, Dragon Quest VII, and more.

In terms of playable titles, here’s what Nintendo will have on display:

Yo-kai Watch
Monster Hunter Generations
Dragon Quest VII
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
Fire Emblem Fates: Revelation
Hyrule Warriors: Legends
Bravely Second: End Layer
Final Fantasy Explorers
Project X Zone 2
Rhythm Paradise Megamix
Kirby: Planet Robobot
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney- Spirit of Justice
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
Azure Striker Gunvolt 2
The Battle Cats POP!
Mighty No. 9
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE
Axiom Verge
Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
Splatoon
Pokkén Tournament
Pokémon X & Pokémon Y
Pokémon Omega Ruby & Pokémon Alpha Sapphire
Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon
Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue & Pokémon Yellow

That’s just the start of what Nintendo has planned for Hyper Japan Festival 2016. Head past the break for more details on what’s in store.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:

Wii U Download

Steel Lords – $14.99
Tap Tap Arcade 2 – $2.99

Wii U Virtual Console

Baseball Simulator 1000 – $4.99
Flying Dragon: The Secret Scroll – $4.99

New 3DS Virtual Console

The Legend of The Mystical Ninja – $7.99

3DS Themes

The Legend of Dark Witch 2 Rudy Theme
The Legend of Dark Witch 2 Sola Theme
The Legend of Dark Witch 2 Zizou Theme

eShop Sales

Wii U / 3DS

– Gardenscapes, Murder on the Titanic and more games from Joindots are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 14.

Wii U

– Hold Your Fire: A Game About Responsibility and Explody Bomb are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 28.
– Color Zen, My Style Studio: Hair Salon and more games from Cypronia are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 29.
– Totem Topple is 80 percent off (reduced from $5 to $1) until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 14.

3DS

– Mercenaries Saga 2, GLORY OF GENERALS THE PACIFIC and more games from CIRCLE Ent. are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 28.
– Dan McFox: Head Hunter is more than 30 percent off (reduced from $2.99 to $1.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on July 21.

Source: Nintendo PR

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 1 Comment

It’s been a very long wait for Gotta Protectors outside of Japan. Thankfully, we can finally say that the game is making its way west very soon. Ancient now has an English site up confirming Gotta Protector’s release date in North America.

You’ll be able to pick up the game starting on July 21. According to the official site, it’ll be priced at $12.99.

Here’s a trailer:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 4 Comments

Earlier today, we posted the pricing of microtransactions for Pokemon GO in the UK and Japan. We now have the same information for the United States.

The prices are as follows:

– 100 PokeMoney = $0.99
– 550 PokéMoney = $4.99
– 1,200 PokéMoney = $9.99
– 2,500 PokéMoney = $19.99
– 5,200 PokéMoney = $39.99
– 14,500 PokéMoney = $99.99

Spending PokeMoney is the same across the board for all territories – there are no differences compared to the UK and Japan. In any case, that list is as follows:

– Pokéballs: 20 = 100 PokéMoney; 100 = 460 PokéMoney; 200 = 800 PokéMoney
– Incense (attracts Pokémon): 1 = 80 PokéMoney; 8 = 500 PokéMoney; 25 = 1250 PokéMoney
– Lucky Eggs: 1 = 80 PokéMoney; 8 = 500 PokéMoney; 25 = 1250 PokéMoney
– 1 Lure Module = 100 PokéMoney; 8 Lure Modules = 680 PokéMoney
– 1 Egg Incubator = 150 PokéMoney
– Bag Upgrade = 200 PokéMoney
– Pokémon Storage Upgrade = 200 PokéMoney

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment

This week’s Famitsu has a sizable update on Monster Hunter Generations. The magazine introduces a new character, Otomon, and areas.

Ayuria is a rider who was born in a different village from the protagonist. She has an Otomon Barioth which she gave a nickname Hyouga. During her journey, she meets with the protagonist.

Hyouga is a rare Otomon that can listen to its Rider’s mind. It’s also reported that despite both being Riders, Ayuria and the protagonist have conflicting ways of thinking.

Newly confirmed Otomon are as follows:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 8 Comments

Next month, a cafe with the theme of Kirby will open in Japan for a limited of time. Unsurprisingly, it’ll go by the name “Kirby Cafe”. Original goods exclusive to the cafe will also be sold here.

And that’s all we know for now! The official site is located here. We should have more information soon.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News, Videos | 11 Comments

If you’re in the United States, Australia, or New Zealand, you can now download Pokemon GO. But what about other territories? The Pokemon Company says the app “coming soon to Canada, Europe and South America.”

Meanwhile, a new launch trailer is in for Pokemon GO. We’ve included that below.

Source: Pokemon PR

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 8 Comments

Following last night’s launch in Australia and New Zealand, Pokemon GO is out now in the United States.

iOS users can download the app right here. If you’re on mobile, visit this link.

Pokemon GO is not yet available in European territories. We’ll let you know when that changes.

Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

Kirby: Planet Robobot may have come out last month, but Nintendo has just now put out a trailer to highlight the game’s accolades. View it below.

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