Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 4 Comments

Columbus Circle is coming out with the first Famicom title in 21 years. In Japan, “8 Bit Music Power” is arriving on January 31 for 3,800 yen.

8 Bit Music Power features a collection of old-fashioned chiptunes packaged in an original Famicon cartridge. 12 pieces of music composed by videogame sound creators will be included.

Those who are interested in 8 Bit Music Power for the NES would need an adapter to play it. However, it’s possible that the title will eventually leave Japan, assuming there’s enough interest.

A spokesperson told the Wall Street Journal:

“This was just a project among old Nintendo fans around us. We were surprised at the overwhelming reaction we’ve received. Fans and major retailers in the U.S. asked us to make the product available there.”

Columbus Circle also said it plans to make more Famicon cartridges, including new games for the system.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments

A listing found on the eShop revealed a December 10 release date for Petit Novel series – Harvest December in Europe. As it turns out, this date applies to North America as well.

Western publisher Circle Entertainment officially confirmed on Twitter that Petit Novel series – Harvest December is due out on December 10 in both regions. The company also said that 13 episodes will be included in the download.

Here’s the tweet:

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

This week’s Wii U eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Super Mario Maker
2. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash
3. Super Mario World
4. Zelda: Ocarina of Time
5. Octodad: Dadliest Catch
6. Super Mario 64
7. Super Mario Bros. 3
8. Xenoblade Chronicles X
9. Yoshi’s Woolly World
10. Super Mario Bros.
11. Zelda: The Wind Waker HD
12. Typoman
13. Metroid Fusion
14. Kirby’s Return to Dream Land
15. Splatoon
16. Paper Mario
17. Mario Golf
18. Stone Shire
19. Zelda: A Link to the Past
20. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

Videos

1. Nintendo Direct 11/12/15
2. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash – A Vacation from the Sprixie Kingdom
3. Super Smash Bros. Cloud Storms Into Battle
4. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 1
5. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 3
6. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash – Monsters of the Court Trailer
7. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash – A Break From Adventuring Trailer
8. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 2
9. Play Nintendo Introduction Video
10. Star Fox Zero | Introducing Star Fox
11. Typoman Trailer
12. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash – Smash the Competition Trailer
13. The World of Xenoblade Chronicles X
14. Great Games to Buy with eShop Cards
15. Splatoon | Inkcredible New Stages and Gear
16. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash – Team up with amiibo Trailer
17. The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure Trailer
18. Nintendo Minute – Super Mario Maker SUP-tember Fav levels
19. Star Fox Zero E3 2015 Trailer
20. Girls Like Robots Trailer

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 3 Comments

Super Mario Maker has added another official level from Nintendo in Event Course titled “NES Remix”. Upon completion, players can unlock the Frog Mario costume. You can see the new outfit in action below.

Here’s an overview of NES Remix:

“Become the world’s greatest NES master! In the NES Remix series, a variety of classic Nintendo Entertainment System games are given a new lease on life. This course gives you a taste of the Remix Stages from that series, where you can play old games with a new twist! Enjoy rushing ahead with a Super Star or experiencing a course in reverse!”

Thanks to Kirbymania for the tip.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Random, Videos, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment

The Wii U and 3DS eShops in North America have been updated with some special holiday music. You can get a listen to it through the video below.

Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments

This week’s 3DS eShop charts are as follows:

Software

1. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon
2. Mario Kart 7
3. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes
4. Super Mario Bros. 3
5. Yo-kai Watch
6. Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millennium Girl
7. BoxBoy!
8. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
9. Smash Controller
10. Shovel Knight
11. 3D Sonic the Hedgehog
12. Metroid
13. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
14. Stella Glow
15. 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2
16. Rune Factory 4
17. Super Mario Bros.
18. Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream
19. Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse
20. Fire Emblem Awakening

Videos

1. Nintendo Badge Arcade Trailer
2. Yo-kai Watch Episode 1
3. Super Smash Bros. Cloud Storms Into Battle
4. Nintendo Direct 11/12/15
5. Stella Glow Trailer
6. Terraria Trailer
7. Yo-kai Watch Launch Trailer
8. Final Fantasy Explorers Trailer
9. Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butdoen Full Trailer
10. 3DS – Magic Unwrapped Holiday 2015 Commercial
11. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes Launch Trailer
12. Mega Man Legacy Collection Trailer
13. Project X Zone 2 Trailer
14. LEGO Marvel Avengers Trailer
15. Nintendo Minute – Nintendo Direct Post Show
16. Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam E3 2015 Trailer
17. Mario Kart 7 Video
18. Fire Emblem Fates E3 2015 Trailer
19. Johnny’s Payday Panic Trailer
20. The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure Trailer

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 5 Comments

Nintendo has initiated the first round of “Cyber Deals” over on the European Wii U and 3DS eShops. For today only, it’s possible to save on the following titles:

Super Mario 3D Land – €26.99
Puzzle & Dragons Z + Puzzle & Dragons Super Mario Bros. Edition – €17.99
Super Mario 3D World – €35.99
The Wonderful 101 – €29.99

More deals are coming to Europe on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. As for North America, you can find relevant eShop deals here.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 3 Comments

The Nintendo UK store has gone live with its Black Friday 2015 deals. Consumers can save on hardware, merchandise, and more.

Here are a few highlights:

– Wii U Mario Mega Bundle – Soft Toy, Wheel, Gamepad Protector, Super Mario Maker and Wii U Console – £299
– Nintendo 3DS XL White Console – includes Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Hat – Was £179.99 Now £99
– New Nintendo 3DS XL Pokemon Bundle – Nintendo 3DS XL in Metallic Blue, Pokemon Alpha Sapphire and Free Pikachu Toy – £219.00
– Nintendo 3DS XL Super Smash Bros. Limited Edition – Includes charger and Super Smash Bros. game – Was £238.97 Now £158.97
– Nintendo 2DS Console (Black + Blue) Bundle – Pokemon X and Blue Nintendo 2DS case – Was £132.49 Now £95.99
– Nintendo 2DS Console + Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer + NFC Reader/Writer Pack – Was £149.99 Now £119.99

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

In October, we mentioned that Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition would be receiving an update in Japan. The patch will bring about a few new additions for Mario and more.

Thanks to Famitsu, we now know when this update will be going live. The magazine pinned down a December 17 date in its issue last week. There hasn’t been any news for the west, but I’d be surprised if it didn’t make it over here as well.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments

Another video for Taiko Drum Master: Atsumete Tomodachi Daisakusen has come in. This time around, we have a look at Animal Crossing and Pac-Man content that can be unlocked through amiibo. Check out the video below.

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