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

Nintendo has unveiled a couple of new cover plates for New 3DS systems in Japan. At least for now, these will only be sold as part of bundles that are aimed at female consumers.

Each bundle features a white New 3DS system and AC adapter. Additionally, buyers will receive a Madras Check or Pastel Dot cover plate depending on the bundle they choose. Pricing is set at 16,990 each.

Yamada Denki is selling the Madras Check bundle as of today. Aeon Stores will have the Pastel Dot version starting on July 30.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 4 Comments

Arekkz Gaming recently caught up with Splatoon co-director Tsubasa Sakaguchi. Sakaguchi went head-to-head in a speed run, and also answered some questions about the game. Watch the full video below.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment

Another round of Monster Hunter X details have come in thanks to Capcom’s latest update on the game. We’ve posted the latest information in summary form below.

Dinovaldo

– The Crimson Wyvern has a long, deadly tail
– Tail is shaped like big sword
– Known as the Cutting Wyvern because of its tail
– Has remarkable leg strength
– Keenly subdues its prey and delivers certain death in a flash
– The carapace of its tail is compromised of highly flammable iron, and it erupts in coils of flames when heated by friction
– When the tail is covered in soot and can’t cut as well, it has been seen using it’s fangs to polish it

Ancient Forest

– Exists on a vast island with its own ecosystem
– This ecosystem is very highly researched
– There are still a number of undeveloped regions still not investigated
– Primitive vegetation thrives here
– Various monsters to observe
– A huge herbivorous species known as “Rimosetos” lives here
– They are quiet and won’t actively attack hunters
– Rimosetos’ long necks let them eat leaves and fruits from high places
– They make a distinct sound using the organ atop their head
– A few other monsters also appear here
– Maccau: Bird Wyvern with a bright red and green body that moves in herds
– Maccau mainly lives in the Ancient Forest and such areas
– Attacks its prey using its strong legs
– The Great Maccau: leader of a Maccau pack
– It has a feather-like yellow cockscomb
– Leaps using its tail like a spring when encountering prey

Returning Monsters

– Zinogre, Tigrex, Rathalos, and Brachydios are back

Felyne Palicoes

– Felyne Palicoes return as companions that assist hunters
– Differnet support types
– Felyne Palicoes: help battle large monsters or small monsters, those that lay traps, those that heal you, and so on
– A Felyne Palico might bring out a trampoline to give you some extra height, toss a Large Barrel Bomb, set pitfalls, or even rush towards monsters at full speed

Felyne Plaza

– Gather Felyne Palicoes in the Felyne Plaza
– If your Felyne Palicoes make good use of its facilities well, there is no doubt it will prove beneficial to hunters

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

PokePark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure has launched on the European Wii U eShop as a Wii download. For those curious about the game’s size, the download clocks in at 2,113 MB.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Giveaway | 57 Comments

Update: Winners are in! Congratulations to Vinicius, Fernando Machado, Pedro Capello, and Link Floyd. Codes will be going out tomorrow!

We’re kicking off a new giveaway for the Wii U eShop game Life of Pixel (thanks Max Criden!). In the comments below, tell us about your favorite game made before 1990 for a chance to win. It’ll fit in with the retro theme we have going on.

This giveaway will run through Monday, and we’ll be picking four winners. Please note that the codes are only redeemable on North American Wii U consoles.

Good luck!

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

Monster Hunter X isn’t the only Monster Hunter game to have received new assets from Capcom today. The latest screenshots and art from Monster Hunter Diary: Poka Poka Airou Village DX can be found below.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

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

Software

1. Zelda: Ocarina of Time
2. Splatoon
3. Cube Life: Island Survival
4. Super Mario 64
5. EarthBound Beginnings
6. Paper Mario
7. Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time
8. Super Mario World
9. Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse
10. EarthBound
11. Mario Tennis
12. Donkey Kong 64
13. Super Mario Bros. 3
14. Super Mario Bros.
15. Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
16. Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
17. Zelda: A Link to the Past
18. Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones
19. Art Academy: Home Studio
20. Mario Kart 8

Videos

1. Super Mario Maker E3 2015 Trailer
2. Skylanders SuperChargers E3 Trailer
3. Splatoon Direct 5/7/15
4. Yoshi’s Woolly World E3 2015 Trailer
5. Splatoon amiibo Trailer
6. Cube Life: Island Survival Trailer
7. Play Nintendo Introduction Video
8. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS Here Comes a New Challenger
9. LEGO Jurassic World Launch Trailer
10. Nintendo Minute – AMAZE-INK Splatoon Turf War
11. Star Fox Zero E3 2015 Trailer
12. Xenoblade Chronicles X E3 2015 Trailer
13. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS New Content 6/14/15
14. Art Academy: Home Studio Launch Trailer
15. Never Alone Trailer
16. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash E3 2015 Trailer
17. Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games E3 2015 Trailer
18. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes E3 2015 Trailer
19. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS Roy Seals the Deal
20. EarthBound Beginnings Trailer

Source: Wii U eShop

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 2 Comments

Capcom sent out a new round of screenshots from Monster Hunter X today. Take a look at the images in the gallery below.

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

This week’s video additions to the Wii U/3DS eShops are as follows:

Wii U

Year Walk Reveal Trailer
Tiny Galaxy Trailer
Tiny Galaxy Trailer 2
The Epic Indie Sale Video
Cube Life: Island Survival Trailer 2

3DS

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Source: Wii U/3DS eShops

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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. Smash Controller
2. Mario Kart 7
3. Super Mario Bros. 3
4. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy
5. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Dual Destinies
6. Mercenaries Saga 2
7. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
8. Animal Crossing: New Leaf
9. Shovel Knight
10. Super Mario Bros.
11. Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX
12. The Legend of Zelda
13. Dr. Mario: Miracle Cure
14. Attack on Titan: Humanity in Chains
15. Gunman Clive
16. Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
17. 10-in-1: Arcade Collection
18. Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D
19. Cube Creator 3D
20. Pokemon Omega Ruby

Videos

1. Zelda: Tri Force Heroes E3 2015 Trailer
2. Super Mario Maker E3 2015 Trailer
3. Stretchmo Trailer
4. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon E3 2015 Trailer
5. Hyrule Warriors E3 2015 Trailer
6. Splatoon Direct 5/7/15
7. Super Smash Bros. Mii Fighters Suit Up for Wave One
8. Pokemon Rumble World Trailer
9. Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam E3 2015 Trailer
10. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate July DLC Pack Trailer
11. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS Lucas Comes Out of Nowhere
12. Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games E3 2015 Video
13. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS Mewtwo Strikes Back
14. Cartoon Conspiracies – Adventure Time
15. Cartoon Conspiracies – Gravity Falls
16. LEGO Jurassic World Launch Trailer
17. Yoshi’s Woolly World E3 2015 Trailer
18. Fire Emblem Fates E3 2015 Trailer
19. Dinosaur Office – Viral Videos
20. Skylanders SuperChargers E3 Trailer

Source: 3DS eShop

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