Upcoming Japanese eShop releases (4/6/16) – Pokemon Snap and more
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 April 6. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:
Wii U Virtual Console
Pokemon Snap (N64, 1,080 yen)
Densetsu no Starfy 3 (GBA, 702 yen)
3DS Download
Magic Hammer – 500 yen
Simple DL Series Vol. 40 – 500 yen
3DS Virtual Console
Donkey Kong Country 2 (SNES, 823 yen)
Pilotwings (SNES, 823 yen)
Super Metroid (SNES, 823 yen)
More: Japan, Virtual Console
Japanese Mario Party 2, Final Fantasy Tactics Advance Wii U Virtual Console trailers
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
Nintendo released official videos for Mario Party 2 and Final Fantasy Tactics Advance on the Japanese Wii U Virtual Console. Watch them below.
This week’s North American Wii U and 3DS eShop releases thus far
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 5 Comments
Nintendo has started to update its website with some of the digital Wii U and 3DS games coming out in North America this week.
Thus far, here’s what’s scheduled:
Wii U
6-Hand Video Poker – $6.00
Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus – $14.99
Now I know my ABCs – $2.49
PixlCross – $5.99
3DS
Justice Chronicles – $9.99
These games will all be available on Thursday. It’s not complete though, as we’ll probably be getting at least one Virtual Console game.
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A look into the cancelled Bonk: Brink of Extinction
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii Shop Channel | 2 Comments
Bonk: Brink of Extinction was in development for WiiWare and other platforms many years ago. Even though it was very far along into production, Hudson cancelled the project.
We’ve seen bits and pieces of Bonk: Brink of Extinction over the years, but YouTube user PtoPOnline has another look at the game – including direct-feed footage. Watch the video below for his report on the development and more.
More: Bonk: Brink of Extinction, Hudson
New Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus trailer
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus is set to launch on the North American Wii U eShop this Thursday, with Europe following next week. Check out a new trailer below.
Order Star Fox Zero at Best Buy, get the Falco amiibo for $5
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 5 Comments
By ordering Star Fox Zero at Best Buy, you can save on one of the game’s compatible amiibo. Falco will up for grabs at just $5 when you pick up the title. See the offer page here for more information.
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Update: Star Fox Guard – Star Fox Zero file size
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Update: Here’s the updated Star Fox Guard size: 2329.41 MB (thanks TheBC97).
A listing on Nintendo of Europe’s website reveals the Star Fox Zero file size. It weighs in at 7514.10 MB.
Star Fox Zero will be sold at retail as well as on the eShop. In North America, all copies of the game will come with Star Fox Guard on a separate disc. The two standalone titles will be available on the eShop.
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Top 5 grossing portable games of 2015 worldwide
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 5 Comments
App Annie published a report this month about gaming. On one particular page, there’s some interesting data pertaining to sales of portable titles last year.
Here’s the lineup of the top 5 grossing portable games worldwide:
1. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
2. Monster Hunter Generations
3. Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D
4. Yo-kai Watch Busters
5. Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire
Two Japan-only games made the list: Monster Hunter Generations (coming out this summer in the west) and Yo-kai Watch Busters. The entire lineup isn’t too much of a surprise!
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Nintendo Zone will no longer be available at McDonald’s in Germany
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments
Nintendo’s relationship with McDonald’s when it comes to Nintendo Zones in Germany is ending. Today, it was announced that these hubs will no longer be available throughout the country starting on April 1. Nintendo will share news about new providers and locations for Nintendo Zone in the future.
A little bit of Pokemon GO footage from the field test
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Videos | 5 Comments
A sliver of Pokemon GO footage has emerged from the app’s new field test in Japan. It shows a bit of customization as well as a brief look at the map. Take a look at the video below.
