Nintendo acquiring 70% of distributor JESNET, will become a subsidiary
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
Nintendo announced today that it will acquire 70 percent of JESNET, a distributor in Japan. JESNET will now become a subsidiary as well.
Nintendo will be paying $47 million for the transaction. The plan is for JESNET to become a subsidiary in April.
The move will also see JESNET working together with AJIOKA, which is in the video game wholesale business.
It’s worth noting that JESNET has been distributing physical Nintendo products in Japan for many years. The company was founded in 1952 and has 80 employees.
Today’s full announcement can be read here.
Zero Time Dilemma pre-order watches now being sent to retailers
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 2 Comments
About a year before Zero Time Dilemma came out, Aksys took pre-orders for a limited edition version of the game. The publisher hoped to hook up fans who put in an early reservation with a special watch. But due to watches being damaged in transit, no one has received the bonus item just yet.
Yesterday, Aksys shared an update about the situation Twitter. Replacement watches arrived in the warehouse, and they’ll now be going out to retailers. That means Amazon and GameStop should finally be able to send out the watches very soon.
The official tweet reads:
We've received ZTD watches in our warehouse and we'll be sending these out to our retail partners. They will provide you w/ ship updates.
— Aksys Games (@aksysgames) August 23, 2016
Thanks to Jake for the tip.
Update: Europe – My Nintendo Japan adds Samus 3DS theme
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 9 Comments
Update: The reward is also live in Europe.
In Japan, a new reward has been added to My Nintendo. Users can now obtain a Samus theme on 3DS. The reward can be purchased indefinitely for 200 Platinum Points.
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Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival down to $20 at Best Buy, GameStop
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
Pixel Paint 3DS footage (off-screen)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Videos | 0 comments
As previously mentioned, Pixel Paint is making its way to the 3DS eShop tomorrow. View some off-screen footage below.
More: indie, Pixel Paint, PixelPaint, Rainy Frog
GameStop: Zelda: Tri Force Heroes for $25
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes has been discounted at GameStop. What was originally a $40 title is now down to $25. Place an order here if interested.
Palutena amiibo restock looks to be happening
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 7 Comments
Just like Lucina, the Palutena amiibo seems to be getting a reprint. Earlier this week, the figure’s official Children’s Product Certificate was updated. A new run of manufacturing was added in for this month (August).
You may want to look out for Palutena coming soon to store shelves once again. There’s no sort of exact date for her return, but the certificate suggests it’ll be sooner rather than later.
More: Amiibo
Super Mario 64 DS hitting the North American Wii U Virtual Console tomorrow
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 8 Comments
Following the listing discovered on the ESRB earlier today, we now have confirmation that Super Mario 64 DS is this week’s North American Wii U Virtual Console title. Nintendo will be publishing the game tomorrow on the eShop.
An official description from the big N’s website reads:
“Mario, Luigi, and Wario set out for a party at Princess Peach’s castle but arrive to find it empty except for Yoshi. They soon discover that Bowser has stolen the Power Stars and imprisoned the Toads. Enter all of the castle paintings, and save the day! Then try out some action-packed minigames!”
Super Mario 64 DS is priced at $9.99.
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Three Street Fighter games hitting the North American New 3DS Virtual Console tomorrow
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, New Nintendo 3DS, News | 9 Comments
Update 2: Yet another Street Fighter game is launching tomorrow: Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers. Here’s the official description:
“When Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers debuted, the fighting game genre would be forever changed. Along with a revolutionary combo system, the game introduced a new set of challengers to fight alongside the original Street Fighter II cast. In addition to the classic characters, players take control of four brand new characters in exciting head-to-head fighting game play! Choose T. Hawk and his unmatched strength to crush your opponents. Use Deejay’s unrivaled kickboxing ability to defeat your opponents. Fight with the furious kung fu of Fei Long and unleash your inner dragon. Drill your rivals with the deadly beauty of Cammy and emerge victorious. Get ready for the Street Fighter Tournament and to fight!”
Update: Street Fighter II Turbo: Hyper Fighting is also coming tomorrow for $7.99. Here’s an overview:
“Street Fighter II defined gaming in the 1990s by revolutionizing the fighting game genre. Street Fighter II Turbo: Hyper Fighting, regarded as one of the greatest games of all time, was the third and final release of the original Street Fighter II series. The original eight world warriors are featured, along with playable boss characters Balrog, Sagat, and M. Bison. The game offered enhanced gameplay speed and improved character balancing.”
Capcom is bringing another game to the North American New 3DS Virtual Console this week. As of tomorrow, Street Fighter Alpha 2 will be available.
Nintendo’s website has the following overview:
“Street Fighter Alpha 2 explodes on-screen with lightning-fast gameplay and amazing innovations. Quick Move Reversals, Alpha Counters and the incredible Custom Combo System create a new standard for all games to fight by. Push your talents to the limit as you discover new hidden moves and reversals for every character. Neutralize opponent’s attacks with high and low Alpha Counters and execute incredible Custom Combos to create your own rapid-fire assault of attacks. All your favorite warriors are back for more! Previously hidden characters Dan, Akuma, and Bison are joined by five new fighters: Rolento, Gen, Sakura, and classic favorites Dhalsim and Zangief.”
Street Fighter Alpha 2 will set you back $7.99.
Pixel Paint 3DS file size
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
Pixel Paint will be out on the 3DS eShop tomorrow in both North America and Europe. In case you’re curious, the tool will only take up 365 blocks. That amounts to 45.625MB.
