Iwata’s full comments on NX, what Nintendo isn’t showing at E3 2015
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch, Wii U | 20 Comments
Unofficial translations came up over the past few days regarding what Nintendo has in store for its new system codenamed “NX”. Nintendo has now put up a translation of its own, which has a slightly fuller response.
Of course, CEO Satoru Iwata made sure to withhold major information, but he did say that it’s not intended to be “a simple ‘replacement’ for Nintendo 3DS or Wii U.” Nintendo is also “taking into consideration various factors, including the playing environments that differ by country.”
Head past the break for Iwata’s full comments on NX, plus what Nintendo won’t be showing at E3 (posted on the site previously).
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Iwata on how Nintendo chooses partners, more on the Universal deal
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 0 comments
Over the past few months, Nintendo has announced a couple of key partnerships. The company has teamed up with DeNA for smart device games and a membership service, and Universal for theme park attractions.
So how does Nintendo go about choosing partners anyway? President Satoru Iwata shared a lengthy explanation, which you can find below. Iwata also touches more on how the Universal deal came together.
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Iwata on generating “Nintendo-like profits”, smart device business, preparing initiatives/changes for dedicated games business
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Mobile, News | 1 Comment
Returning to “Nintendo-like profits” is something that often tends to be discussed at the Big N’s financial results briefings. The general thought is that by reaching that mark, Nintendo would be bringing in an operating income of over 100 billion yen.
One investor asked about reaching “Nintendo-like profits” during the Q&A portion of the company’s financial results meeting last week after it was announced that Nintendo’s operating income target for this fiscal year is 50 billion yen. Check out what president Satoru Iwata had to say below. In addition to discussing “Nintendo-like profits”, Iwata also commented on what’s in store for the smart device business, and teased preparing initiatives/changes for the dedicated games business “to make changes to some of the elements that are currently not working so well.”
Firstly, we base our thinking regarding profits for the next fiscal year on generating those that can be seen as typical of Nintendo, just as you mentioned. As investors should determine “Nintendo-like profits,” I believe it is inappropriate for me to explain in public what level of profit this should be. However, many assess that generating an annual operating income of 100 billion yen can be considered a “Nintendo-like profit structure.” As such assessments have been made, we will structure our plans for the next fiscal year to reach such a level. For the fiscal year that just ended in March 2015, we positioned it to be the year to balance revenue and expenses, and we managed to accomplish this. We set our financial forecasts taking into consideration the steps we should take this fiscal year if we are to aim for “Nintendo-like profits” in the next fiscal year.
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Over 5,300 Meta Knight amiibo listed for one Best Buy distribution center, restock looking likely
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 2 Comments
It’s looking very likely that Best Buy is planning a restock of the Meta Knight amiibo. Over 5,300 units of the figure have been listed for one of the retailer’s distribution center, which should mean that additional stock will be making its way to stores sometime in the future. We’ll keep you updated on the situation as it develops.
Nintendo finally confirms the Mario – Silver Edition amiibo, out May 29
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
Following a number of leaks, Nintendo has finally confirmed the Mario – Silver Edition amiibo. The figure is launching in North America on May 29 as expected for $12.99. Mario – Silver Edition amiibo will be sold at all stores.
Nintendo noted in its announcement today that this latest figure “will have the same functionality and work with all games that are compatible with Mario amiibo.”
Source: Nintendo PR
Silver Mario available for pre-order on Amazon Canada
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Amazon Canada is now taking pre-orders for the silver Mario amiibo. Reservations can be placed here. Keep in mind that Amazon Canada doesn’t ship to the U.S., sadly!
Just like with other retailers, Amazon Canada lists a May 29 release date for the silver Mario amiibo. That still hasn’t been confirmed by Nintendo at this point, but it’s pretty much a lock.
Nintendo’s E3 2015 teaser site open
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Nintendo has now opened a teaser site for its activities at E3 2015. Access it here.
There’s not much to see currently other than an overview of what Nintendo has planned. We’re expecting it to be updated with a ton of content during the expo next month.
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Nintendo unveils E3 2015 plans – Nintendo Digital Event on June 16, Nintendo World Championships, Treehouse returns, Mario Maker at Best Buy
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 100 Comments
Nintendo today announced its plans for E3 2015.
Here’s a quick rundown as to what the company has planned:
– Nintendo Digital Event: June 16 at 12 PM ET / 9 AM PT
– Nintendo World Championships (back after 25 years): June 14
– Nintendo Treehouse: Live @ E3
– Playable Mario Maker at over 120 Best Buy locations: June 17, 4-9 PM and June 20, 12-5 PM
You can check out what Nintendo has planned in video form below.
Head past the break for more information about Nintendo at E3, including how to enter for a chance to participate at the Nintendo World Championships.
Update: Nope – Bill Trinen has apparently left Nintendo
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 25 Comments
Update: Well, it looks like @trintran is a master troll. He was joking, folks! Bill is still at Nintendo.
Wait a second… It's not 9 AM PT yet??? #JapanTime #Trintroll
— Bill Trinen (@trintran) May 13, 2015
Longtime Nintendo employee Bill Trinen has apparently left the company. His Twitter profile states that he “used to work at Nintendo”, and Trinen also sent out the following tweet:
I guess nothing can last for ever.
— Bill Trinen (@trintran) May 13, 2015
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Imageepoch declared bankrupt
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 16 Comments
Plenty of rumors have been circulating about Stella Glow developer Imageepoch. The company’s status has finally been made clear, and unfortunately, the news isn’t very good.
Imageepoch as well as affiliate Smile Online Game have both declared bankruptcy. The two sides have debts of 1.1 billion yen (roughly $11 million) and 3 million yen ($30,000) respectively. Imageepoch’s debt is owed to 43 creditors while Smile Online Game’s debt is owed to 5 creditors.
Back in 2011, Imageepoch made 1.751 billion yen (roughly 17.5 million) in annual income. That number dropped to 410 million yen (roughly 4.1 million) by 2013, and the company fell into debt due to game development costs and being unable to hit sales targets. Due to the worsening situation, Imageepoch ceased operations in November 2014.
Stella Glow is the latest title from Imageepoch, which is now being published by SEGA in Japan early next month. At the end of March, Atlus announced that the RPG would be coming to North America later this year.
