Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 16 Comments

Update 2: And here’s the North American compilation video:

Update (7/26): Added in a European compilation of Splatfests below.

Original (7/24): Splatoon’s very last Splatfest has come to an end. All have the battles have finished, and the final results are in.

The outcome was close for both votes and wins. However, Team Marie had slight edges in both (54 percent and 51 percent respectively). Because of that, they prevailed with a final score of 360 to 340.

Here’s a new video from Nintendo in celebration of the final Splatfest:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 9 Comments

The Wii U eShop is being updated with re-releases of two Kirby games this week. First up is Kirby’s Epic Yarn, which will be made available as a Wii download. Kirby Mass Attack is also launching on the Virtual Console.

Here’s an overview of both:

Kirby’s Epic Yarn

“When Kirby incurs the anger of a sorceror, he is transported to a world made completely of cloth and yarn! Guide Kirby through uniquely crafted levels in Patch Land, taking on a variety of forms in his common actions and transforming into powerful vehicles. Prince Fluff can also aid in the adventure with a 2nd player!”

Kirby Mass Attack

“Gather a mob of Kirby characters, and then lead them on a crazy adventure where nothing can stand in your way! You can send Kirbys swarming over your enemies, fling them into the air to hit flying floes, and even take on challenges of strength! Be sure to collect medals hidden throughout various stages to unlock minigames.”

Pricing for Kirby’s Epic Yarn is set at $19.99. Kirby Mass Attack will cost $9.99.

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

Several new 3DS themes are out now in Japan. Here’s the lineup:

Pokemon (x3) – 200 yen for the first, 300 yen for the other two (bundle)
Bighead: 390 Air – 200 yen
Touch Battle Tank 3D-4 – 100 yen
Haven’t You Heard? I’m Sakamoto – 200 yen
Okomejin – 200 yen
Amatsuki: Shooting-Star – 200 yen

And videos for some of today’s themes:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

A few new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on August 3. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:

Wii U Virtual Console

Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (DS, 950 yen)
Pokemon Ranger: Guardian Signs (DS, 950 yen)

Wii Download for Wii U

Super Paper Mario – 2,700 yen
Project Zero 2: Wii Edition – 2,700 yen

3DS Download

3D Puyo Puyo Tsu – 864 yen
Welcome! Pet Hotel – 1,000 yen
Kutar games (x10) – 100 yen each

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

Nintendo released official videos for Animal Crossing: Wild World and Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia on the Japanese Wii U Virtual Console. Watch them below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, New Nintendo 3DS, News | 2 Comments

RCMADIAX’s Unity-made New 3DS title BrickRace has been given a release date. In both North America and Europe, it’s scheduled for August 18. The game will be a download on the 3DS eShop.

RCMADIAX posted on Twitter earlier today:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Random, Videos | 6 Comments

The folks over at Smosh have once again produced an “honest trailer” for a game. This time, the video focuses on Pokemon GO. Check it out below.

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

Towards the end of last week, SimilarWeb published a new post investigating Pokemon GO installs on Android by country. Australia leads the way at 20 percent, followed by several European countries such as Germany, Portugal, and more. The United States is at 13.9 percent.

One territory worth spotlighting in particular is Japan. Just a few days after launch, Pokemon GO was already installed on 24 percent of Android devices. It’s ahead of Snapchat, WhatsApp, and KakaoTalk. Assuming Pokemon GO’s success continues, it may pass Facebook Messenger (33.5 percent) and Instagram (34 percent).

You can read SimilarWeb’s full post here for a look at how Pokemon GO is affecting other mobile apps.

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

Dragon Ball: Fusions was once again featured in V Jump ahead of its launch in Japan next week. Several elements are shown, including the fan-made Great Satan-man fusion (Great Saiyaman x Mister Satan) that will be in the game and manga. Female versions of the Ginyu Force are also shown.

A guidebook will also be made available. The book will include a special code unlocking Super Saiyan Blue (or Super Saiyan God Super Saiyan) Vegeta as a partner character. The game also allows players to fuse faces with friends and save them to the 3DS.

Hit the break for today’s full scan.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii | 7 Comments

Project M ceased development at the end of last year, but fans are still continuing its legacy. Recently, an Australian 3D artist going by the name Marioking64DS – plus a few programmers – made it so Smash Bros. Brawl players could add Waluigi to the game via modding.

Have a look at the character with the following trailer:

Waluigi features his own move set, and is intended to act as a counterpart to Wario. You’ll see him using attacks that feature a tennis racket, among other unique moves.

Smash Bros. Brawl players can download the Waluigi mod here.

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