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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii Shop Channel | 2 Comments

Bonk: Brink of Extinction was in development for WiiWare and other platforms many years ago. Even though it was very far along into production, Hudson cancelled the project.

We’ve seen bits and pieces of Bonk: Brink of Extinction over the years, but YouTube user PtoPOnline has another look at the game – including direct-feed footage. Watch the video below for his report on the development and more.

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Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus is set to launch on the North American Wii U eShop this Thursday, with Europe following next week. Check out a new trailer below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 5 Comments

By ordering Star Fox Zero at Best Buy, you can save on one of the game’s compatible amiibo. Falco will up for grabs at just $5 when you pick up the title. See the offer page here for more information.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments

Update: Here’s the updated Star Fox Guard size: 2329.41 MB (thanks TheBC97).

A listing on Nintendo of Europe’s website reveals the Star Fox Zero file size. It weighs in at 7514.10 MB.

Star Fox Zero will be sold at retail as well as on the eShop. In North America, all copies of the game will come with Star Fox Guard on a separate disc. The two standalone titles will be available on the eShop.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 5 Comments

App Annie published a report this month about gaming. On one particular page, there’s some interesting data pertaining to sales of portable titles last year.

Here’s the lineup of the top 5 grossing portable games worldwide:

1. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer
2. Monster Hunter Generations
3. Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D
4. Yo-kai Watch Busters
5. Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire

Two Japan-only games made the list: Monster Hunter Generations (coming out this summer in the west) and Yo-kai Watch Busters. The entire lineup isn’t too much of a surprise!

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments

Nintendo’s relationship with McDonald’s when it comes to Nintendo Zones in Germany is ending. Today, it was announced that these hubs will no longer be available throughout the country starting on April 1. Nintendo will share news about new providers and locations for Nintendo Zone in the future.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Videos | 5 Comments

A sliver of Pokemon GO footage has emerged from the app’s new field test in Japan. It shows a bit of customization as well as a brief look at the map. Take a look at the video below.

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aPriori Digital has come out with a trio of Aperion Cyberstorm videos today focusing on multiplayer. You can get a closer look at the Versus Mode’s AI players, team battles, and modifiers below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 10 Comments

Several games made it into the World Video Game Hall of Fame last year, including Super Mario Bros., Tetris, and Pong. This year’s finalists have now been announced.

Here’s the full lineup:

Elite
Final Fantasy
Grand Theft Auto III
John Madden Football
The Legend of Zelda
Minecraft
Nürburgring
The Oregon Trail
Pokemon Red and Green
Sid Meier’s Civilization
The Sims
Sonic the Hedgehog
Space Invaders
Street Fighter II
Tomb Raider

There are some returning nominees such as The Legend of Zelda and Sonic. We’ll find out if these two titles make it in this time around during a special ceremony at The Strong museum on Thursday, May 5 at 10:30 AM.

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Telltale Games has released a trailer for the fifth episode ofMinecraft: Story Mode. View today’s video below.

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