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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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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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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.

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Target opened pre-orders for the Jigglypuff amiibo a couple of times, and in both cases, they sold out very quickly. Unfortunately, the retailer has now confirmed that it will no longer be taking on any additional reservations.

You can still try your luck in-store on May 29. Target.com may also have a bit of additional inventory on that same day as well.

A representative told Amiibo Inquirer:

That’s correct. The Jigglypuff Amiibo has been popular! No additional preorders are being taken. Guests can visit stores or Target.com on May 29. Quantities will be limited.

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Nintendo of America’s headquarters in Washington has a store that’s for employees only (under most circumstances). While the company doesn’t allow for any photos/videos to be taken, IGN did purchase a few items from the store and showed them off in a new video. You can find that above.

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Yo-Kai Watch protagonist Keita Amano has a new name in western territories. He now goes by “Nathan Adams”, according to VIZ Media. The company is publishing the Yo-Kai Watch manga overseas later this year.

VIZ Media shares the following story summary:

Nathan Adams is just an average kid until the mysterious Whisper gives him a device that allows him to see what others cannot, Yo-kai of all shapes and forms! Now, armed with the Yo-kai Watch, Nathan, Whisper and their new invisible friends embark on an all new supernatural adventure!

Nintendo and Level-5 finally announced localization of Yo-Kai Watch for 3DS earlier today. You can find the news here.

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Update: Double rumor! There’s now speculation that Meta Knight will return sometime this summer at Best Buy. A corporate-level employee at the retailer has apparently said that the restock will be happening, but a date hasn’t been shared yet.

The Meta Knight amiibo appears to have been discontinued at Best Buy.

On Saturday, Best Buy listed the figure as “Active”. But today, that changed to “Deleted”. Because items tend to stay “Deleted” once they’ve reached that status, the assumption is that Meta Knight won’t be returning to Best Buy in the future.

We’ll let you know if we hear anything official about the Meta Knight amiibo going forward.

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Level-5 Vision 2015 will begin at 5 AM ET / 2 AM PT (an hour from now). It should last around 90 minutes. Expect news on Fantasy Life 2, Yo-Kai Watch 2, Layton 7, and more.

You can watch a live stream for Level-5 Vision 2015 below. Depending on how things go, updates will appear in real time below as well.

– Well, so far this event is a bust for Nintendo fans! Layton 7 an Fantasy Life 2 appear to be mobile exclusives…
– Level-5 teaming up with Nintendo for Yo-Kai Watch in the west

Yo-Kai Watch Busters

– Busters comes in 2 versions
– Internet play, level up weapons, etc
– Expanded version of the Yo-Kai Watch 2 mini-game
– Coming to Japan on July 11
– Aka Neko-Dan, Shiro Inu-Tai. All Yo-Kai will be playable
– Over 25 bosses

– Yo-Kai Sangoku-shi is a new collaboration between Level-5 and Koei Tecmo; platforms not announced
– Yo-Kai Watch anime – second season begins in Japan in July
– Yo-Kai Watch U, the prototype watch shown for the anime; new and old characters
– New Yo-Kai Watch movie in December

Yo-Kai Watch 3

– Set in America
– Game will evolve over time with free updates
– Updates: Ver 2.0, 3.0, 4.0 planned for the future
– Set in the town of St. Peanutsburg in the United States of America
– New heroine named Inaho Misora as well as a new yo-kai named USA-Pyon

Yo-Kai Watch U Prototype (toy)

– New medals
– They tried to incorporate the feel of USA into the toys and themes etc.
– You can plug SD cards into the Yo-Kai Watch U Prototype to add new songs and data
– Comes out in August
– 4,200 yen

The Snack World

– Cross-media franchise
– 3DS, mobile
– TV, anime, movie, toys planned

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