3DS

Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

We’ve heard a few conflicting reports regarding the availability of the 3DS’ Internet browser and eShop. Based on an official statement straight from Satoru Iwata, it appears that the features will not be released until May. The thing is, it seems as though it applies to pretty much all regions. Iwata told the following to investors…

“The first system update is scheduled for late May, at almost the same time around the world. Upon this update, you will be able to use some features including:
• Nintendo eShop,
• Transfer of Nintendo DSiWare from Nintendo DSi to Nintendo 3DS, and
• Internet Browser.”

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– First firmware update in May: eShop, Internet browser, DSiWare transfers
– Software sales, video, demo downloads on the eShop
– The “shopping channels” for Wii/DSi were based off browser tech, suffered from slow screen switches and control latency as a result
– With the eShop, Nintendo wanted to make a service in which players would visit even if they weren’t interested in something specific (a “place that’s fun to window shop”)
– VC, DSiWare, 3DS-specific games, and 3D classics available on the eShop
– Download a free video player from the eShop
– Need the player to watch free 3D videos from Fuji TV and Nippon TV that will be distributed daily via SpotPass
– DSiWare transfers use the eShop
– Nintendo wanted the transfer ability available day one, but couldn’t do so since it uses the shop
– Transfer 3DS games from one system to another in the future
– These transfers will be limited
– The 3DS transfer feature will be available in a future update
– Automatic uploads and automatic software downloads through SpotPass to be made available in future firmware updates

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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, DS, News, Wii | 0 comments

Tower of Pandora

– Japanese title is Pandora no Tou: Kimi no Moto e Kaeru Made
– Subtitle: Until I Return To Your Side in English
– Game almost finished with development
– Details will be gradually released shortly

Rhythm Heaven Wii

– Play by yourself
– Can also be played with others
– Releasing this year

Kirby Wii

– Iwata apologized for the long wait
– HAL has been working away on the game
– Releasing this year

– Nintendo localizing Just Dance and GoldenEye 007 in Japan

Zelda

– Skyward Sword is in the final phases of development
– Releasing this year still
– Ocarina of Time 3D will be released first

Pokemon

– Pokemon Typing DS releasing in April (Japan)
– Comes with a bluetooth keyboard
– Can communicate with the keyboard due to a built-in bluetooth reader in the cartridge
– Nintendo is progressing with a variety of Pokemon developments for Wii and 3DS

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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 0 comments

This information comes from Satoru Iwata, who was asked about Sony’s newly announced NGP…

“They’re trying to appeal to customers from a different direction than us. The customers will decide which is correct. Nintendo is not the kind of company that thinks about how we oppose other company’s product.”

Iwata also talked about the 3DS. Pre-orders in Japan are off to a good start, though Iwata is more interested in seeing continued sales rather than a “rocket start.” It was also revealed that a 3DS firmware update will be made available at the end of May to enhance wireless functionality and allow DSiWare transfers.

Lastly, regarding the possibility of putting original titles on non-Nintendo hardware, Iwata said “So long as I am CEO, it definitely will not happen.”

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Thanks to Chauncey for the tip!

Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

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“Nintendo has always been at the forefront of active gaming. Getting up, moving around. Obviously the Wii launched that. As you touched on, we’ve also done it with a number of handheld games. We had a game called Personal Training Walking that leveraged a pedometer. And obviously the most recent two Pokemon games leveraged a similar type of system. What [the Game Coins feature] does, it’s just another reason to encourage people to get up and walk around. Why? Because we want them to be carrying their Nintendo 3DS, going through Street Pass, Spot Pass types of activity. That’s how it all ties together.”

I have to admit that Game Coins is an interesting feature. I tend to carry my DS around in any case though, and I expect I’ll do the same with the 3DS.

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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

Skip to around 30:50 to hear some talk (well, hints…) about Conduit heading to the 3DS. High Voltage has previously expressed interest in the system, so it can definitely happened. Nothing confirmed just yet, though.

Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, DS, News, Wii | 0 comments

Wii

1. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
2. de Blob 2
3. LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean
4. Conduit 2
5. LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars

DS

1. Pokemon Black/White
2. Okamiden
3. Dragon Quest VI: Realms of Reverie
4. Monster Tale
5. de Blob 2

3DS

1. Paper Mario
2. Mario Kart
3. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
4. Kid Icarus: Uprising
5. Star Fox 64 3D