Hideo Kojima briefly discusses new game
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
As development on Metal Gear Solid 4 for the PlayStation 3 comes to a close, Hideo Kojima, the head honcho of the Metal Gear Solid series, has offered some insight into the future. At the ceremony for MGS4’s completion, Kojima candidly admitted that a title is in development for the hardcore gamer. Details about the game were not discussed. However, given Kojima’s credibility in the gaming industry, it would not be difficult to assume that his newest game will be fantastic.
Complete Japanese hardware sales for April
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, News, Wii | 463 Comments
PSP – 380, 697
Wii – 187, 121
DS Lite – 169,911
PS3 – 37,676
PS2 – 34,312
Xbox 360 – 8,193
While Nintendo had a fairly impressive month, the PSP overtook the apparent invincible DS Lite. Moreover, the PSP managed to sell more than double the amount of Wii units moved in April.
– Dr. Mario & Germ Buster (Nintendo) – 1000 Wii Points (GBP 7 / EUR 10 approx)
– Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King (Square Enix) – 1500 Wii Points (GBP 10.50 / EUR 15)
– LostWinds (Frontier) – 1000 Wii Points (GBP 7 / EUR 10 approx)
– Pirates: The Key of Dreams (Oxygen)
– Pop (Nnooo) – 700 Wii Points (GBP 5 / EUR 7 approx)
– Star Soldier R (Hudson) – 800 Wii Points (GBP 7 / EUR 10 approx)
– Toki Tori (Two Tribes)
– TV Show King (Gameloft) – 1000 Wii Points (GBP 7 / EUR 10 approx)
LostWinds sequel planned
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii | 2 Comments
This bit of information can be found on Frontier’s LostWinds page…
“Click here to REGISTER FOR ADVANCE INFORMATION on Frontier’s forthcoming LostWinds sequel containing amazing new gameplay as Toku and Enril’s incredible adventure to save Mistralis continues…”
Wow, that was quick, wasn’t it? I’m extremely pleased to know a sequel is in the works, and I’m glad Frontier has enough confidence in the series to begin developing a sequel.
Guitar Hero IV details
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Guitar Hero 4 (PS3, 360, Wii, PS2)
– Create a song. Although these exclude vocals due to storage and possible copyright issues.
– You’ll be able to name your song as well as creating album art. After you’ve done all that you can upload it to GH Tunes where anyone can download it.
– You’ll be limited to 5 songs at first. But depending on the ratings you get you’ll possibly be able to upload 10 or more.
– The song sharing mode will be in the Wii and PS2 versions also, but GI says it’s unlikely that it’ll be as robust as the PS3 and 360 versions.
– Drums, bass, vocals guitar
– Create a rocker
– Create a guitar and drums
– All songs will be master tracks
– They don’t want to discuss specifics on track listing out of fear of being scooped by the competition. However they confirmed 4 bands: Van Halen, The Eagles, Linkin Park and Sublime.
– A new guitar designed by Red Octane that includes a new input mechanic that’ll “impact the way you play GH in the future”.
– GI saw see through notes while playing that Neversoft said was the new input mechanic and that they were trying to patent.
Game Informer review scores – Wii Fit reviewed
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Mario Kart Wii: 8.5 8.5
Battle of the Bands (WII): 6 6.75
We Ski (Wii): 6.25 7.25
Wii Fit: 8 8.25
Drone Tactics (DS) 7 7
Jake Hunter: Detective Chronicles (DS) 6.5
Summon Night: Twin Age (DS) 7 6.75
Ninja Reflex (Wii): 5
Emergency Mayhem (Wii): 5.5
MLB 2K8: Fantasy All Stars (DS): 5.5
Nintendo Channel: DS Download expiration dates
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, News, Wii | 3 Comments
I can’t say for sure whether or not this “feature” was available last week, though some DS Downloads offer expiration dates. The following titles will be removed from the Nintendo Channel on May 18th:
– The Spiderwick Chronicles
– Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney
– Eco-Creatures: Save the Forest
– My Word Coach
– Iron Man
For some strange reason, not all titles have expiration dates. Brain Age, Brain Age 2, and the Crosswords DS demo have no dates posted for their removal. Is Nintendo planning on keeping these downloads around for a long time?
GameStop no longer an outcast
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Wii | 1 Comment
Recently, a discovery was made on the Nintendo Channel that when one was redirected to a “purchase” page, most stores that sell video games, such as Best Buy and Circuit City were listed as retailers. GameStop, on the other hand, was not. This no longer seems to be an issue, as GameStop is listed along with numerous other stores. Nintendo doesn’t hate you after all, GameStop!
Pitfall: The Big Adventure Announced for Wii
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., May 12, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) announced today “Pitfall: The Big Adventure” for Wii(TM) is in development at Edge of Reality and will swing onto shelves this Fall. With more than 10 million Pitfall titles sold to date, Pitfall: The Big Adventure will introduce the franchise to a new generation of gamers while bringing a fresh Pitfall experience to long time fans.
“Pitfall is one of the most legendary franchises in the history of videogames, so we look forward to releasing a new version exclusively for Wii,” said Dave Oxford, Activision Publishing. “What could be more fun than using the Wii Remote(TM) to swing on a vine over blood thirsty crocodiles as retro-cool Pitfall Harry?!”
Set in the Peruvian jungle, Pitfall: The Big Adventure combines the action of reptile dodging and vine swinging with clever puzzles. The game will feature over 60 levels spanning lush rainforests, creature-filled caves, and glacial mountains. Within these dynamic worlds, players will explore cavernous jungles, discover lost treasures, battle shamen, narrowly escape treacherous traps and outwit creatures using innovative, accessible game mechanics developed specifically to take advantage of the Wii motion sensing controls.
“Wii is a natural and perfect fit for a Pitfall game, and it’s been fantastic to revolutionize this classic franchise through the application of the innovative Wii game mechanics. It’s a completely new experience for the gamer,” said Binu Philip, President, Edge of Reality.
Further information about Pitfall: The Big Adventure is available at www.activision.com
Source: GamesPress
