Art of Grasshopper Manufacture releasing in the west
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
The Art of Grasshopper Manufacture is coming west, it’s been announced today.
You’ll find plenty of content within the 224-page art book. No More Heroes, Killer 7, and other titles from Grasshopper Manufacture are featured.
Here’s the full overview:
The Art of Grasshopper Manufacture is a highly specialized title showcasing the design work and artistry of the video-game developing company Grasshopper Manufacture. Director-designer-CEO of Grasshopper, Suda51 is known internationally for his original, imaginative style. Most major Grasshopper games are covered within this book including Lollipop Chainsaw, Killer 7, No More Heroes and more. The main visuals for each game are covered, along with package designs, sketches, model sheets and greeting card designs. A must have for fans of high quality Japanese video games!
Featured animations and video games include:
Shadows of the DAMNED Sine Mora LOLLIPOP CHAINSAW KILLER IS DEAD NO MORE HEROES Diabolical Pitch Fatal Frame – Project Zero Flower, Sun, and Rain Evangelion: 3.0 You Can (Not) Redo BLOOD+ ONE NIGHT KISS michigan SAMURAI CHAMPLOO killer7 The Silver Case Shining Soul II FROG MINUTES
and more…!
You can pre-order Art of Grasshopper Manufacture here. Note that it says “Japanese Edition”, but Grasshopper confirmed on Twitter that it’s in English and Japanese. There’s only one version of the art book (in both languages) for all regions.

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Little Ninja Brothers Wii U Virtual Console footage
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Last week, Little Ninja Brothers hit the European Wii U eShop as one of the latest Virtual Console release. You can now watch some footage from the game below.
Another round of Splatoon N-Zap ’85 weapon, Port Mackerel map footage
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
More footage of Splatoon’s new N-Zap ’85 weapon and Port Mackerel map has come in. You’ll find a couple of additional videos below.
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Latest Kaitou Joker: Time Crossing Phantom Thief and the Lost Gem commercial
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 1 Comment
Bandai Namco uploaded another commercial for Kaitou Joker: Time Crossing Phantom Thief and the Lost Gem today. Give it a watch below.
Famitsu review scores (6/2/15)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, 3DS eShop, News, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Splatoon (Wii U) – 9/9/9/9
Rhythm Heaven: The Best Plus (3DS) – 8/8/8/10
Alien: Isolation (PS4/XBO) – 8/8/9/9
AirMech Arena (PS4/XBO) – 7/8/9/9
Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden (3DS) – 8/7/7/7
Stretchmo (3DS) – 8/8/8/7
Rise of Mana (PSV) – 7/7/7/7
Johnny Dynamite (3DS) – 5/7/6/6
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Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden adds Grandpa Gohan, The World Tournament Announcer, and Launch as Z-Assists
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment
Our latest look at Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden shows three Z-Assist characters. Grandpa Gohan (Son Goku), The World Tournament Announcer, and Launch will be included in the game.
Grandpa Gohan uses his Rock, Papper, Scissors attacks. Meanwhile, Launch can use her Machinegun shots to attack the opponent.
Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden launches in Japan on June 11.
Splatoon – N-Zap ’85, Port Mackerel map footage
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 7 Comments
A bit of footage has come in showing the new N-Zap ’85 weapon and Port Mackerel map in Splatoon. Check it out in the videos below.
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Splatoon’s Port Mackerel map, N-Zap ’85 weapon, and Ranked Battle mode now live
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Even though it’s been less than a week since Splatoon launched around the world, Nintendo is already adding content to the game. The Port Mackerel map, N-Zap ’85 weapon, and Ranked Battle mode have all gone live. In order to participate in Ranked Battle, you’ll need to be at level 10 or higher.
Nintendo will be adding even more content to Splatoon over the next few months. In August, two new matchmaking options will be offered, along with a new battle mode and gear.
Art Academy: Home Studio’s eShop page lists amiibo support
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
Could Art Academy: Home Studio be receiving amiibo support? While it can’t be confirmed for sure just yet, that’s what an eShop listing is suggesting. Over on the North American Art Academy: Home Studio eShop page, amiibo is listed as one of its features. The title launches in just a few weeks, so Nintendo will probably need to make this known soon if it’s happening.
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3DS update version 9.8.0-25 out now
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 15 Comments
Nintendo has prepared a new update for all 3DS systems. As of now, version 9.8.0-25 can be downloaded.
Today’s update sadly doesn’t bring about any major new features or functionality. Of the upgrade, Nintendo says: “Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience.”
Remember: you’ll need the latest update in order to access the 3DS eShop.









