Capcom’s Street Fighter producer, Yoshinori Ono, is currently in the hospital. An official message on the company’s Japanese blog notes that Ono was brought to the hospital following a promotional event for Street Fighter X Tekken in Asia.

The translated message in full:

“I would like to bring something else to everyone’s attention. Shortly after the Street Fighter X Tekken promotion in Asia Ono-san’s physical condition rapidly and heavily deteriorated and he had to be taken to the hospital.

“Because of his hospital tenure he will not be performing work-related affairs for a while. Ono’s well-being is very important to us and we wish for his steady recovery.”

Capcom did not specify Ono’s current status, but the notice does imply that he’s in stable condition. We definitely hope that’s the case. Get well soon, sir!

Thanks to Jake for the tip.

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Kid Icarus: Uprising discounted on BestBuy.com

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Want to save a few bucks on Kid Icarus: Uprising? Then purchase it on BestBuy.com!

The retailer has discounted the title, which just came out today, to $29.99. You’ll be saving $10 by ordering Uprising through the online store.

Purchase the game here.

Thanks to Roger O for the tip!

Nintendo Power April 2012 scans – Epic Mickey 2, Mario Tennis Open, more

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Nintendo Power has released a public preview of this month’s magazine. Titles featured include Epic Mickey 2, Mario Tennis Open, and a review of Kid Icarus: Uprising. The issue arrives on newsstands on April 3 and will soon be available for subscribers.

Epic Mickey 2: Power of Illusion revealed for 3DS

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As it turns out, the Epic Mickey 2: Power of Illusion 3DS rumor was spot-on. There is a version of the game in the works for the handheld, Nintendo Power has revealed.

A preview page from the magazine has been published on Nintendo Power’s official site with the confirmation. Although there aren’t any gameplay details in that particular section, it does reveal the game’s developer: Dreamrift. The studio contains developers from the very-well received DS titles Henry Hatsworth and Monster Tale.

The original Epic Mickey 2 3DS rumor suggested that the project would contain 2D elements and would act as a companion title to the console releases. Given the accuracy of the speculation, we’re inclined to believe this is correct.

North American Mutant Mudds eShop demo confirmed for March 29

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Renegade Kid’s Jools Watsham confirmed on Twitter a short while ago that the Mutant Mudds demo will be available on the North American eShop next Thursday.

Watsham tweeted:

“Mutant Mudds Demo will be on Nintendo eShop next week: 03-29-12 (in NA). Full press release to follow soon. Excite!”

The demo will include four levels, a secret level, and five collectible Water Sprites.

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XSEED teasing new game, clues point to UnchainBlades ReXX

Posted on 12 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 0 comments

XSEED has posted several clues on their Twitter account for an upcoming game announcement. Based on the teases, we can only assume that the company is localizing UnchainBlades ReXX.

XSEED shared the following three clues earlier today:

So that’s a dinosaur (T. rex to be more specific), grass (a blade of grass that is!), and a scene from Ghost (Unchained Melody played in this scene). Put that all together, and you get UnchainBlades ReXX.

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Rumor: New 3DS firmware update incoming

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Maxconsole is claiming that Nintendo is readying a 3DS update for launch in just a few days. There would be a number of features in the firmware, such as a “Game Preview” mode on the eShop, a Nintendo Network application, and more.

A full listing of the functionality included in the rumored update is as follows:

* Ability to access Nintendo eShop account from other internet enabled devices including computers and smartphones.
* This system update will allow users to take pictures of QR codes with the 3DS from the other device’s screen to redeem purchased content.
* This update will add the application “Nintendo Network” to the 3DS.
* Ability to update physical Nintendo 3DS Games via Nintendo Shop (DLC feature).
* A “Game Preview” Mode for the Nintendo 3DS system Nintendo Shop.
* Enhances the speed of the handheld.
* Increases the system security with automatic security updates.
* Nintendo Zone will be automatically added to European 3DS owners.

We’ll be able to determine if this rumor is legitimate or not soon. If nothing becomes available within the next few days, that would be a pretty good sign that the above speculation is fake!

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Video additions to the eShop (3/22/12)

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Nintendo Show 3D: March 22, 2012
Zombie Slayer Diox Video
1st Class Poker & Blackjack Video
Nintendo Spokesdog Uggie Training for His New Job

You can watch each of these videos in the “Recent Arrivals” section of the eShop.

Another Bravely Default demo heading to Japan, new character

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Square Enix has a second full-length Bravely Default demo on the way. According to the latest issue of Jump, the company is preparing “Demo Vol.2: Heroes of Despair Volume.” The contents of the demo are currently unclear, as is its availability on the eShop.

Along with the demo news, Jump has provided a brief overview of Tiz Oria who is voiced by Mitsuki Saiga. The magazine states that Tiz was able to survive in spite of the huge hole left in the content. Of course, this was caused by the massive calamity. In the game, Oria joins Anies on a quest to stop the coming darkness.

Thanks to 4Him for the tip!

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