Wii U eShop charts (4/7/16)
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This week’s Wii U eShop charts are as follows:
Software
1. Pokken Tournament
2. Minecraft: Wii U Edition
3. Super Mario 3D World
4. Yoshi’s Story
5. Super Mario World
6. Super Mario Maker
7. Zelda: Ocarina of Time
8. Super Mario 64
9. Zelda: Twilight Princess HD
10. Minecraft: Story Mode – Episode 1
11. Super Mario Bros. 3
12. Super Mario Bros.
13. Paper Mario
14. Pikmin 3
15. Zelda: A Link to the Past
16. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
17. EarthBound
18. Donkey Kong Country
19. The Legend of Zelda
20. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Videos
1. Pokken Tournament TV Spot
2. Yoshi’s Story Trailer
3. Play Nintendo Introduction Video
4. Shantae: Risky’s Revenge Director’s Cut Trailer
5. Star Fox Zero – Let’s Rock & Roll Trailer
6. Great Games to Buy with eShop Cards
7. Super Mario Maker Key Update Video
8. Super Mario 3D World Trailer
9. New Super Mario Bros. U Video
10. Infinity Runner Trailer
11. Minecraft: Story Mode Trailer
12. Lost Reavers Trailer
13. Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exodus Trailer
14. Super Mario World Trailer
15. LEGO Dimensions Superhero Mash-Up Trailer
16. Super Smash Bros. – Bayonetta Gets Wicked
17. Super Smash Bros. – Final Video Presentation
18. Yoshi’s Woolly World Adventure Guide Episode 1
19. Super Mario 64 Trailer
20. Super Mario 3D World Trailer 2
Source: Wii U eShop
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Yo-kai Sangokushi sold through 64% of its initial shipment in Japan
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Yo-kai Sangokushi moved 270,000 copies during its launch weekend in Japan (April 2 and April 3). Media Create now reports that the game sold through 63.87 percent of its initial shipment.
Even though it’s a spin-off, this title’s sales fall well short in comparison to the series’ last release, Yo-kai Watch Busters. That one sold nearly 700,000 units in July 2015. However, when compared to Pokemon Conquest which was another collaboration game from the past (first week sales of 172,000 units, sell-through rate of 58.43 percent), Yo-kai Sangokushi sold much better in both numbers and sell-through rate. Given that, one could say that it’s off to a good start.
More: Japan, Level-5, Media Create, sales, Yo-Kai Sangokushi
Splatoon – Sheldon’s Picks Vol. 1 weapons, version 2.7.0 coming next week
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A big update is coming to Splatoon next week. Not only will version 2.7.0 be available, but eight weapons (Sheldon’s Picks Vol. 1) are being added as well.
What we’ll be seeing first is some maintenance on April 12 (April 13 for those in Europe). That’ll happen during the following times:
– 4:50 PM PT – 6 PM PT
– 7:50 PM ET – 9 PM ET
– 12:50 AM in the UK – 2 AM in the UK
– 1:50 AM in Europe – 3 AM in Europe
The Sheldon’s Picks weapons will then be added at the following times:
– 7 PM PT
– 10 PM ET
– 3 AM in the UK
– 4 AM in Europe
Here’s a rundown of four of the weapons featured in Sheldon’s Picks Vol. 1:
Wasabi Splattershot
This beauty is a Splattershot set featuring a few key adjustments by Sheldon. The main weapon is pretty much the same as before, but Splat Bombs amp up its frontline capability. Alternatively, try calling in an Inkstrike to scatter the opposition and give your teammates the advantage. This is just the set for the discerning Inkling looking for something spicy!
Berry Splattershot Pro
Don’t let the tasty paint job fool ya! This remixed Splattershot Pro includes Suction Bombs and Bomb Rush to help punch through the opponent’s defenses, letting you finish things off with the great firing range of the main.
Fresh Squiffer
Fresh Squiffer is a Classic Squiffer retooled to allow a different approach. Pairing Suction Bombs with the Squiffer makes it even easier to get the upper hand in battle, and you can quickly turn the tables on foes with the Kraken! Definitely not a set for squids who are afraid to get their tentacles dirty!
The Permanent Inkbrush
The Permanent Inkbrush is a set remixed by Sheldon to include the high-powered sub of Splat Bombs while retaining the great mobility of earlier models. Recommended for aggressive Inklings with an uncontrollable urge to wreak maximum havoc. Watch out for the Kraken special!
Head past the break for Splatoon’s 2.7.0 patch notes (requires 764 MB).
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More Star Fox Zero, Star Fox Guard footage
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The Game Theorists held a live stream of both Star Fox Zero and Star Fox Guard during a live stream with a couple of Nintendo Treehouse staffers a little while ago. You can watch the full recording below.
More: PlatinumGames, Star Fox Guard, Star Fox Zero
Dodge Club Party hitting the Wii U eShop next week
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Dodge Club Party, the newest game from Dot Arcade creator James Montagna, now has a confirmed release date. Montagna announced on Twitter today that the game is scheduled for April 14 on the Wii U eShop. Pricing is set at $1.99.
Here are the relevant tweets:
NEWS 1: @DodgeClubParty release date is 1 week from today! pic.twitter.com/8U3qIWWE0N
— VideoJames Montagna (@JamesPopStar) April 7, 2016
NEWS 2: @DodgeClubParty will be available for just $1.99! 🎉
— VideoJames Montagna (@JamesPopStar) April 7, 2016
If you missed out original post, you can find it here with some additional information about Dodge Club Party.
Thanks to Anthony for the tip.
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Pokemon GO field test expanding to Australia and New Zealand this month
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A field test for Pokemon GO kicked off in Japan a couple of weeks ago. Those in Australia and New Zealand will be able to give the game a go “later this month,” according to developer Niantic.
If you’re in either one of these territories, you can sign up for the field test here. Keep in mind that doing so doesn’t guarantee access.
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More Wario Land: Shake It! Wii U footage (Wii download)
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More footage of Wario Land: Shake It! (one of today’s European Wii U downloads) is now available. Take a look at the new video below.
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Japan Q1 2016 sales – best-selling games, publisher split, top 5 games on 3DS and Wii U
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New data reveals the best-selling games in Japan in Q1 this year, based on sales calculated between January 4 and April 3. Yo-kai Sangokushi is already in the top three despite only having been out for about a week.
Here’s the full lineup:
01./00. [3DS] Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3
02./00. [PSV] Dragon Quest Builders: Alefgard o Fukkatsu Niseyo #
03./00. [3DS] Yo-Kai Sangokushi
04./00. [PS4] Dark Souls III
05./00. [PS4] Dragon Quest Builders: Alefgard o Fukkatsu Niseyo
06./01. [3DS] Monster Hunter Generations #
07./00. [PSV] Kan Colle Kai #
08./0x. [WiiU] Splatoon #
09./0x. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition
10./00. [PS4] Yakuza: Kiwami
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More Star Fox Guard footage
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A few more minutes of Star Fox Guard footage is in, following up on the video we posted a few hours ago. Get a look at some additional gameplay below.
More: PlatinumGames, Star Fox Guard
Nintendo Badge Arcade version 1.3.1 out now in North America
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Nintendo Badge Arcade has been down for a few hours of maintenance today. The downtime has ended, and a new update has been pushed out: version 1.3.1. It takes up 600 blocks of space.
The new version of Nintendo Badge Arcade can be grabbed from the eShop. Alternatively, you can just start the application itself.
Unfortunately, it’s not quite clear what’s new in Nintendo Badge Arcade. There are new badges today and you can participate in a fun little text adventure upon starting the app. You’ll get two free plays as well.
