Silver Mario amiibo out in the wild
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
The gold Mario amiibo was distributed by Walmart last month, but we’re still waiting on an official announcement (and launch) of the silver variant. It’s particularly strange then that one fan has already managed to get his hands on a silver Mario.
“matteomax” recently won a Chinese auction for the figure, and although it’s unclear how the seller originally obtained it, everything seems to be legitimate. As shown below, the amiibo came pre-loaded with a silver token for use in Mario Party 10.
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Toys “R” Us in-store pre-orders for Greninja and Pac-Man amiibo – 1 per customer, 10-20 per store
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An internal document from Toys “R” Us reveals additional details about upcoming in-store pre-orders for the Greninja and Pac-Man amiibo.
Customers will be limited to reserving one of each figure. Moreover, there will be 10-20 units of the Greninja and Pac-Man amiibo per store.
You can find additional information about how stores will be handling the pre-orders above. Reservations will take place on April 27.
Fire Emblem card game starter decks to come with Fire Emblem If DLC codes for Marth and Lucina
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
New details have emerged about the Fire Emblem If card game, known as TCG Fire Emblem 0 (Cipher).
A photo from Japanese website Inside Games provides a look at the “Dark War Volume”. This has a download code for “The Prince of Altea, Marth” while the “Awakening Volume” starter deck contains a code for “The Swordsman Who Goes By Marth, Lucina”. Additionally, the booster box features a preview card of the next series of cards and a code to get “Pegasus Knight Minerva” in Fire Emblem If.
There are also plans to release “White Kingdom” and “Black Kingdom” card series based on Fire Emblem If. Other than that, a third series known as “Trace of Blue Flames” is due out at some point.
Fire Emblem fans in Japan can purchase the first series of cards on June 25 – the same day Fire Emblem If launches. Pricing for the starter deck is set at 1,300 yen, and booster packs cost 350 yen.
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Yoshi’s Woolly World yarn amiibo pre-orders live in the UK
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 2 Comments
Retailers in the UK are now starting to take pre-orders for the upcoming yarn-based Yoshi amiibo. ShopTo has the different plushies for £16.85 each, and Yoshi’s Woolly World for £34.85. You can also pre-order from GAME – see pricing below.
Yoshi’s Woolly World games alone – £34.99
Individual Yoshi amiibo – £19.99
Game + green Yoshi amiibo – £49.99
Yoshi amiibo triple pack – £49.99
Game + all three Yoshi amiibo – £79.99
The new Yoshi amiibo will be compatible with Yoshi’s Woolly World, which launches in Europe on June 26. Players can place the plushie on the Wii U GamePad while playing alone to gain access to a second Yoshi character.
Lots of videos from Level-5 Vision 2015
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos | 1 Comment
Level-5 uploaded a ton of videos from its Vision event that was held in Japan last week. We’ve included one above, though you can check out more here.
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Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages trailer
Posted on 9 years ago by Dennis Gagliardotto(@LyonHart_) in General Nintendo, Videos | 3 Comments
The Pokemon Company has confirmed that Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages is coming to western shores. Check out the debut English video below, along with the official announcement.
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Level-5 CEO on the platform decision behind Fantasy Life 2
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 26 Comments
When Level-5 initially mentioned Fantasy Life 2, most fans assumed that it would be on the 3DS just like the original game. So it was certainly surprising to see at the Level-5 Vision 2015 event on Tuesday that the title is being developed for mobile devices instead.
This week’s issue of Famitsu has an interview with Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino, and the magazine was also surprised by the change in platforms for the Fantasy Life series. Responding to this, Hino said:
I’d say Fantasy Life has elements and mechanisms which adults find soothing. Although children play games on dedicated game systems, recently many adults have been playing on smartphones.
Hino also mentioned that “The supported hardware for this game was decided based on thinking of an environment where more adults play.”
That may not have been the response that 3DS owners would have liked to hear, but it’s somewhat of an explanation as to why Fantasy Life 2 isn’t on Nintendo’s portable system. We’ll just have to hope that the IP will one day make a return to dedicated gaming hardware!
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Nintendo Minute – “Let’s go to Space”
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Nintendo customer service rep blames retailers for amiibo shortages, explains how the supply chain works
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One fan recently wrote in to Nintendo’s customer service team about the amiibo shortage situation. In response to this person’s email, the following response was delivered:
Thank you for writing. I apologize for the delay in our reply. I’m sorry to hear of your disappointment with the availability and distribution of amiibo, and would like you to know that we have documented and shared your concerns with the relevant departments here at Nintendo.
Additionally, I’d like to convey that we are aware of the popularity of amiibo and continually aim to always have a regular supply of amiibo in the marketplace. As stated previously, certain sold-out amiibo may return to your local retailer at a later stage. We apologize for any inconvenience you are experiencing now, and thank you in advance for your continued patience in this matter.
The same fan wrote back to Nintendo, and made some accusations about the company manipulating amiibo demand via the supply chain. That led the representative to explain how the supply chain actually works:
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Sakurai still dealing with shoulder issues
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
We first learned that Masahiro Sakurai has been dealing with calcific tendinitis in his right shoulder about two years ago. His condition has improved at least slightly based on what’s written in his latest Famitsu column, though he’s still dealing with the physical problems.
Sakurai wrote:
“I still have trouble with my shoulder and the symptoms of tenosynovitis still remain, so I’m forced to use a special mouse that clicks by inclining for work. If I was to button mash, my arm would give out in 10 minutes.”
Sakurai is currently busy with downloadable content for Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS. Mewtwo and Lucas are on the way, with more DLC characters to come.
