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

Yep, these screenshots and trailer were also captured with my camera through the eShop. It’s the only way we can see this content for now. Apologies for the blurriness!

Posted on 12 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Site updates | 0 comments

Update: Forgot to mention! Obviously I’ll continue to add games in the future, so if you think the database is a bit light right now, don’t worry about it! And please let me know if you encounter any glaring issues/errors. My interest in your feedback is one of the reasons I’m revealing this feature a bit earlier than I planned.

I’m not going to lie: Sometimes it can be very difficult managing Nintendo/Gaming Everything. There are some things I wish I could do more of – such as providing more original content and features – but there just isn’t enough time in the day to accomplish everything I have in mind. From the moment I wake up to the moment I hit the sack, I’m responsible for finding news for two sites, managing the forum, introducing new functionality (and coding things myself despite my limited knowledge). Oh, and did I mention that this isn’t my day job?

Before I bore you further, I should probably move on to the topic at hand. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working on a new feature for the site: Game Pages. This is something that I’ve wanted to add to NE for years to be honest. Ironically, since I didn’t think it could be done with the system we use on both of the sites currently, I initially started Gaming Everything off with a custom CMS rather than WordPress. But I recently found a fairly simple solution that could realize my idea. Right now this functionality is just for Nintendo Everything, though I plan to add it to our sister site once everything is in place.

When you visit the “Game” page (click here or click the title on the header above), you’ll first come across images of four Nintendo consoles. Once you choose the system you’re interested in, you’ll be brought to a listing of titles for that platform. And from there, you can view information about a game, posts on the main site related to the game, rate the game, view screenshots, and post comments about the game.

I sort of hinted that these pages aren’t finished. Well, that’s true. I still have additional functionality planned. For example, I’m hoping to provide more sorting options for the tables and add videos/trailers in as well. Whether or not I’ll be able to code this… uh, we’ll see! I’m also planning a few aesthetic enhancements. So keep checking back on the “Game” page(s) for updates.

I don’t think I’ll be adding in every game to the database (at least not yet) nor will I add in “old” games since that would probably be way too much work. Simply put, I hope this is a feature that you guys will find useful. At least it should be easy for you all to keep track of your favorite titles!

I’d tease you about more “stuff” I have in the pipeline, but I probably shouldn’t go there… not yet at least. For now, enjoy the Game Pages!

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

Understandably, third-parties and retailers have been overjoyed by the announcement of the 3DS price drop. Satoru Iwata shared some of the reactions that he has received thus far.

The 3DS’ original price was a cause of concern for third-parties. Before, publishers made comments such as “Even if they are interested in this game, they can’t buy it,” or “We placed a big bet that the 3DS would sell without question, and are a bit disappointed.” With the new price, these publishers have been saying, “We’re extremely relieved” and “This will definitely sell.”

On the retail side of things, Iwata confirmed that there will be lower retailer profit margins. Although this is something that cannot be prevented, retailers will benefit from the overall growth of the 3DS market. As we detailed previously, one North American retailer told Iwata that “It’s like Christmas has come early!”

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Posted on 12 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots, Videos | 0 comments

In case you can’t tell, I took the photos and video above with my camera (via the eShop). Unfortunately, the content didn’t come out as well as I hoped. Still, it’s somewhat viewable and it’s all we have for now! SEGA should be sharing direct-feed versions of the screenshots and trailer soon…

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

Mike Wikan, one of the key staffers at Retro Studios since the studio’s early days, has left the company for id Software. Wikan participated in the development for all three Metroid Prime titles. Last year, he led the Donkey Kong Country Returns team in boss and enemy creation.

Wikan’s LinkedIn profile reveals that he left Retro in May and joined id Software in the same month. This ends his eleven-year tenure as Senior Game Designer with the company.

Source 1, Source 2

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

We knew that Satoru Iwata recently touched on digital downloads/DLC and how Nintendo feels it’s important. Now we have a few more details from Iwata’s Q&A session. Here’s a rundown of what he outlined:

– Paid item transaction system will be available later this year
– System also in the works for Wii U
– Nintendo might not use the system for itself
– Iwata said that paid download content would probably increase short term profits but wouldn’t let them build a long term relationship with customers
– Nintendo believes they shouldn’t have this type of paid charge system for their own games
– Iwata isn’t against the concept in general, though questions the concept of free-to-play games in which you play a game for free and then have to buy items
– He feels that this would damage the premium value of Nintendo’s content
– 3DS Internet connection rate far beyond the DS
– This rate still isn’t at a 100% satisfaction level
– Only a fraction of these users are purchasing download paid content
– Iwata hoping the eShop will have a larger presence over the next three years
– Iwata wants this to amount to a more drastic change than something like increasing ten percent from the current five percent
– Nintendo will be working on a future where players will pay for digital content just like normal with no reservations over the next three years
– Nintendo won’t be leaving packaged software
– Iwata hopes digital business will be another pillar for Nintendo

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

StreetPass Quest 2 isn’t the only new feature Nintendo is considering for the 3DS Mii Plaza. Satoru Iwata is aware that there isn’t much left for most users to experience, so they’ll be looking to update the software by the end of the year to add new functionality.

Iwata added that there are several games in development that will incorporate Miis that 3DS owners have created on their systems. Nintendo will introduce this software starting this year and into 2012.

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

On Thursday, Nintendo revealed that 3DS owners who connect their system to the eShop by11:59 p.m EDT on Aug. 11 will be eligible to receive ten free NES games and ten free GBA games. So far, they’ve only confirmed that Yoshi’s Island: Super Mario Advance 3, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Metroid Fusion, WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$ and Mario vs. Donkey Kong will be available as part of the GBA downloads.

Has Nintendo of America outed a couple of additional titles? Here’s an email sent out by a customer service representative:

I have a feeling that the Super Mario Bros. 3 listing is just an error since that was probably mixed up with Yoshi’s Island: Super Mario Advance 3. However, I’m not quite sure where that Kirby inclusion comes from. It’s also strange to see that Mario vs. Donkey Kong isn’t listed…

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