Nintendo tried to secure the rights to Harry Potter in the late ’90s
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Rumors | 14 Comments
In a new report, Unseen64 claims that Nintendo Software Technology created a pitch in 1998 to obtain exclusive access to the Harry Potter franchise. Had Nintendo been successful, it would have “secured the rights to produce all adaptations of the book series for the indefinite future in video game form; potentially preventing the eventual movie adaptations from being created altogether”.
Unseen64 says – via a former artist at NST – that two groups planned separate pitches. One group would focus on a third-person adventure title, while the other (including Marvel comic book artist Adi Granov) would concentrate its efforts on a game based on Quidditch.
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Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist of Arland has a crossover with Japanese candy
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
Atelier Rorona Plus: The Alchemist of Arland will have a crossover with Neru Neru Nerune, a Japanese candy created by mixing two powder packets, water, and candy crystals. Nerune Grape and Nerune Soda can be made in the 3DS game if players collect Powder Packet 1, Powder Packet 2, and either Glittering Candy or Colorful Ramune. Neru Neru Nerune is featured as an item in Atelier Rorona Plus.
Bravely Second’s subtitle is “End Layer”, DLC costumes revealed
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 3 Comments
Square Enix revealed Bravely Second’s full title today: “Bravely Second: End Layer”. Additionally, we get a look at four downloadable costumes. Those who upload their Bravely Second data to the Square Enix Members site before May 31 at 11:59 PM can receive costumes for Magnolia, Yu, Edea, and Tiz at no extra cost.
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Red New 3DS XL sold out at GameStop
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in New Nintendo 3DS, News | 12 Comments
The red New 3DS XL is no longer available at GameStop. Online stock has sold out, meaning pre-orders are no longer being accepted. Best Buy still has it at least!
Thanks to Caleb for the tip.
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Famitsu’s most wanted games (2/8/15)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 9 Comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart! Final Fantasy XV, Bravely Second, Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D, Dragon Quest Heroes, and Persona 5 are the new top five.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 22 and January 28.
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Nintendo UK talks a bit about New 3DS, Majora’s Mask 3D, and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, News | 2 Comments
This Friday will be an extremely important day for Nintendo. Not only is the New 3DS launching, but The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate are releasing as well. These three products could all be a part of Nintendo’s “lucky” Friday the 13th.
Speaking with MCV, Nintendo UK head of consumer marketing James Honeywell said the company is initially targeting its existing fanbase with the New 3DS’ arrival. As for the new 3DS games, Majora’s Mask 3D and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate should appeal to longtime gamers, and may bring interest for newcomers.
Honeywell’s words in full:
Majora’s Mask is a title that fans have been asking for a long time so it has an instant base. Beyond this we really want to make sure we introduce it to a whole new audience. For Monster Hunter we really feel now is the time when we can really open the title up to a Western audience. The developers have listened to existing players and given them more of what they want, but also ensuring that this new installment is the most open to newcomers.
Official videos for the Hero Bank 2 3DS themes
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
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3D Fantasy Zone confirmed for release in North America this week
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 0 comments
3D Fantasy Zone is coming to the North American 3DS eShop this week. According to a listing on Nintendo’s website, it’s due out on February 12 for $5.99. Europe should be getting 3D Fantasy Zone on Thursday as well.
