National StreetPass Weekend: Thanksgiving Edition kicks off tomorrow in North America
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 2 Comments
Nintendo is celebrating Thanksgiving with a new National StreetPass Weekend in North America. Between November 24 and November 28, stop by any of the 29,000+ Nintendo Zone locations to connect with others and partake in 3DS StreetPass connectivity. Some of the latest games to support connectivity include Pokemon Sun/Moon, Disney Magical World 2, and Yo-kai Watch 2.
Pokemon Sun / Moon – New 3DS / original 3DS performance comparison
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon boot up faster on New 3DS systems compared to original 3DS and 2DS models. But how do they compare during actual gameplay?
In Nintendo Life’s new video, we’re able to see that the New 3DS has just a slight edge when it comes to loading areas. The newer portable also seems to have a bit of an advantage when multiple Pokemon are involved with a battle – specifically Battle Royal. There aren’t major differences and the average player probably wouldn’t be able to detect them, though it’s worth pointing out in any case.
Watch the full video below.
More: comparison, Pokemon Moon, Pokemon Sun
Video: A closer look at Europe’s new Pokemon 2DS system
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To celebrate the release of Pokemon Sun/Moon in Europe, Nintendo released a special 2DS system featuring Pikachu on the front and the three starters on the back. Take a look at an unboxing video below which also shows off the Fan Editions again.
Walmart selling Pokemon Sun/Moon bundles with Solgaleo/Lunala figures
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Yet another Pokemon Sun/Moon bundle has popped up, this time at Walmart. Packages containing a bonus Legendary Pokemon figure are available. 3DS owners can nab the Sun version with Solgaleo here and the Lunala version with Lunala here.
More: Pokemon Moon, Pokemon Sun, Walmart
River City: Tokyo Rumble with Limited Edition Kunio Keychain available again on Amazon
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Natsume said it would be restocking the River City: Tokyo Rumble with Limited Edition Kunio Keychain this month, and now the publisher has followed through on that. It’s back up on Amazon here. Orders can be placed now, but the item ships on November 29. Also note that this will be the final restock of the bundle.
Scans roundup – Digimon, The Alliance Alive, more
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This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlighted games include Momotaro Dentetsu 2017: Tachiagare Nippon!!, Digimon Universe: Appli Monsters, The Alliance Alive, RPG Maker Fes, and Monster Hunter Stories. Scans of all titles can be found below.
Footage of the new Pokemon Sun/Moon 3DS themes
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Update: The themes are now available on the EU eShop as well.
Two new Pokemon Sun/Moon 3DS themes will be out tomorrow. You’ll be able to purchase “Pokemon Sun & Pokemon Moon – Tropical” as well as “Pokemon Solgaleo/Lunala”. Footage of both is below.
More: 3DS themes, Pokemon Moon, Pokemon Sun
Pokemon Sun/Moon – “Go Beyond: Partner Pokemon” release commercial
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Nintendo produced a 30-second commercial prior to the launch of Pokemon Sun/Moon. We now have another advert that’s about half as long and is for the actual release. Watch it below.
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Amazon deals roundup: 7th Dragon III Code: VFD for $30, SEGA 3D Classics Collection for $17, more
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With the holidays almost in full swing, Amazon is beginning to put up discounts on a variety of games. There are some decent deals here, such as 7th Dragon III Code: VFD and Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest for $10 off. SEGA 3D Classics Collection is also now down to $16.99.
Here’s a roundup of notable deals:
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest – $29.99 (was $39.99)
Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice – $29.99 (was $39.99)
7th Dragon III Code: VFD – $29.99 (was $39.99)
Dragon Quest VII – $29.99 (was $39.99) – Prime only
SteamWorld Collection – $24 (was $29.99)
Style Savvy: Fashion Forward – $19.99 (was $29.99)
SEGA 3D Classics Collection – $16.99 (was $19.99)
Harvest Moon: Skytree Village Bluebird + Bobcat bundles now available on Amazon
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Amazon is now offering the Harvest Moon: Skytree Village plushie bundles. Specifically, you can pick up the Bluebird bundle for $39.99 or the Bobcat package for $49.99. The latter one will ship on November 26.
Natsume cautions fans on Twitter that quantities for both versions are limited. In that case, they may not be up for very long.
