Mario Kart producer in charge of Nintendo’s mobile game development
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 17 Comments
While announcing Nintendo’s latest financial results, president Satoru Iwata shared a brief update regarding the company’s mobile development plans.
Sankei reports that the producer of Mario Kart has been appointed to be in charge of mobile game development. “It should help you understand the level of commitment from Nintendo”, Iwata said.
A name isn’t specifically mentioned, but we assume the article is referring to Hideki Konno, who has been producing Mario Kart games since the DS entry. Konno was also the producer on Mario Kart Wii, Mario Kart 7, and Mario Kart 8.
Sankei also mentions that today’s news shows how Nintendo intends to tackle mobile games with the same developers they use for console games.
Nintendo announced in March that it was teaming up with DeNA to create gaming apps for smartphone devices. The two sides are also working together a new membership service for Nintendo.
More: Hideki Konno, Satoru Iwata, top
Dex slated for summer release on Wii U
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
Dex officially launched today, but there are still a couple of versions in the pipeline, including Wii U. The good news is that we should be seeing the eShop release in the fairly near future. In a Kickstarter update, Dex developer Dreadlocks mentioned that a summer launch is currently targeted.
Photos of the new Disney Infinity 3.0 figures
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Wii U | 3 Comments
Game Informer has posted a bunch of photos showcasing the new Disney Infinity 3.0 figures. We’ve posted a few of them below, though you can find even more here.
Fan-made amiibo compatibility chart – version 4.2
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Nintendo fan “moldyclay” latest amiibo compatibility chart has a couple of additions. There are a few minor updates, plus information about new Splatoon unlockables. View the full infographic aboe.
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Splatoon “Splat The World” commercial – 15-second edition
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It looks like there are two versions of the Splatoon commercial! Nintendo uploaded the full 30 second edition earlier today, and below you’ll find the shorter 15-second one.
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Swords & Soldiers II – “Daily Duel” video #3
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Ronimo Games released the third “Daily Duel” video for Swords & Soldiers II. In today’s video, the battle is two Berserkers, one Swordsman and one heal spell versus four Axethrowers. Check it out below.
More: indie, Ronimo Games, Swords & Soldiers II
HORI is behind the Splatoon GamePad protector
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 5 Comments
Earlier today, Nintendo UK added three new Splatoon bundles to its online store. Each one comes with a unique GamePad protector decorated in the style of Splatoon.
Thanks to French retailer E.Leclerc, we now know that the protector will be sold separately. A European release date of June 20 is listed, and it also looks like HORI is behind the accessory.
Zen Pinball 2 adds Iron & Steel pack, Avengers: Age of Ultron table
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Two new downloads have been added to the Wii U version of Zen Pinball 2. Players can now purchase the Iron & Steel pack and Avengers: Age of Ultron table. Pricing is set at $4.99 and $2.99 respectively.
We added more tables to #ZenPinball2 for Wii U! Check the eShop for details! pic.twitter.com/N37PilEtld
— Zen Studios (@zen_studios) May 7, 2015
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Mega May 2015 – full lineup revealed
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Capcom has confirmed the complete release schedule of Mega Man titles due out this month as part of Mega May 2015.
Mega Man & Bass is out now on the North American Wii U eShop. Mega Man Battle Network 3 is arriving next week, followed by Mega Man Zero 3 on May 21. Mega Man Battle Network 4 closes things out on May 28.
Pricing for all of these Mega Man games are set at $7.99 each.
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Nintendo Download (5/7/15, North America) – Splatoon Global Testfire, Mega Man & Bass, more
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 5 Comments
This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Wii U Download
High Strangeness – $9.99
Wii U Virtual Console
Metal Marines – $7.99
Mega Man & Bass – $7.99
Wii U DLC
Zen Pinball 2
Wii U Demo
– Splatoon Global Testfire – Get a taste of Turf War! To celebrate the upcoming launch of the Splatoon game on May 29, we’re offering an early chance to get your feet wet (with ink) in the Splatoon Global Testfire! Download the free demo, jump online and fight it out in fast and furious four-on-four Turf War battles. This global event will only be active during a few short time periods between May 8 and May 9. Don’t miss this early chance to get inked!
Event times: (You can only play during these times, which are designed to accommodate people around the world.)
? Friday, May 8, 8-9 p.m. PT
? Saturday, May 9, 4-5 a.m. PT
? Saturday, May 9, Noon-1 p.m. PT
In addition, to help fans start playing as soon as possible, we’re offering a new buying option that lets you pre-load the game before it launches. Here’s how it works: Starting today, if you pre-purchase the game in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U, it will pre-load the game to your system so you’ll be able to play after a small game update when it launches on May 29. Be one of the first to play!
– Trine Enchanted Edition
3DS Retail
Devil Survivor 2: Record Breaker – $39.99
3DS Pre-load
Puzzle & Dragons Z + Puzzle & Dragons Super Mario Bros. Edition – To help fans start playing as soon as possible, starting today, we’re offering a new buying option that lets you pre-load the game before it launches. Here’s how it works: If you pre-purchase the game in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS, it will pre-load the game. That means you’ll be able to play after a small game update when it launches! As an added bonus, those who purchase the game in the Nintendo eShop between now and 11:59 p.m. PT on May 31 will receive a free Immortal Dragon Relic Present Code! The relic will be available when the game launches. In the meantime, don’t forget to download the free special demo that is now available in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. You can try out the Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition game before it launches on May 22.
3DS Download
Bloo Kid 2 – $3.99
Johnny Dynamite – $4.99
3DS Demo
The Legend of Dark Witch
eShop Sales
Wii U and 3DS
– SteamWorld Dig on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS is up to 55 percent off (reduced to $4.49 each) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 21.
– Angry Birds Star Wars on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS is 50 percent off until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 11.
Wii U
– Trine Series Fan Discount – Trine Enchanted Edition and Trine 2: Director’s Cut are each up to 50 percent off until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 28. As a bonus, if you own either game, you’ll receive an additional 20 percent off of the other game during the sale period.
– Puddle is 75 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $1.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 14.
– Dolphin Up is 25 percent off (reduced from $3.99 to $2.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 14.
– GravBlocks+ is 49 percent off (reduced from $4.99 to $2.50) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 17.
3DS
– Brunch Panic, Kami and Sweet Memories – Blackjack from Circle Entertainment are on sale until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 28.
– Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth is 20 percent off (reduced from $49.99 to $39.99) from 9 a.m. PT on May 11 until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 25.
– Aqua Moto Racing 3D is 50 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $3.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on May 14.
– Zombie Panic in Wonderland DX is 37 percent off (reduced from $8 to $4.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 9 until 8:59 a.m. PT on June 9.
Price Reductions
Wii U
– Hello Kitty Kruisers is reduced to $9.99 (from $19.95) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 8.
3DS
– Balloon Pop Remix, Johnny Hotshot, Johnny Impossible and Johnny Kung Fu are reduced to $2.99 (from $4.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 5.
– Samurai Sword Destiny and Zombie Slayer Diox are reduced to $2.99 (from $5.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 5.
– Disney Frozen: Olaf’s Quest is reduced to $19.99 (from $29.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 5.
– Scarygirl Illustration Kit is reduced to $2.99 (from $5.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 7.
– Tangram Attack is reduced to $1.49 (from $2.99) beginning at 9 a.m. PT on May 7.
Activities
Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. “Watt’s Up?” Tournament – See how your Code Name: S.T.E.A.M. squad stacks up online in Nintendo’s Public Tournaments. Top players earn unique titles that are visible online and earn major bragging rights with their friends and around the world. The new “Watt’s Up?” tournament runs from May 8 to May 10. Opt in via the SpotPass feature for notifications on future tournaments, and click here for more information about multiplayer tournaments. Good luck, agents!
Souce: Nintendo PR
