Mario Kart 8 update now live – Free DLC available + Pre-purchase premium DLC
Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in News, Wii U | 7 Comments
The first Mario Kart 8 update has now gone live featuring the free Mercedes Benz DLC as well as the ability to pre-purchase the new DLC (Zelda and Animal Crossing). The update is around 133mb. Here’s the change log:
– Adds the ability to access the in-game shop and download three free Mercedes-Benz cars: Mercedes-Benz GLA, 300 SL Roadster, and Silver Arrow
– Adds the ability to display the course map on the TV screen during races
– Adds “Play Stats” option to the main menu, allowing users to see gameplay statistics such as total number of coins collected, win-loss record in online play, and more
– Adds the ability to change options of others’ Mario Kart TV downloaded highlight reels, such as changing the focus to a new character or event
– Changes the default menu option after each race to “Next Race”, followed by “Watch Highlight Reel”
– Improves the vehicle selection process and saves the most recent vehicle customisation settings that were selected, even if the Wii U console is powered down between play sessions
– Improves stability of connection in online play to enhance the user experience
– Increases the maximum attainable Player Rating and Battle Rating from 9999 to 99999
– Introduces additional enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment
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Super Smash Bros. for 3DS screenshot (08/27/14)
Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in 3DS, News, Screenshots | 1 Comment
It’s looking like Challenges in the new Smash games will work similar to Brawl, Sakurai details a little bit how they’ll work with the two versions:
The basics of Cubemen 2 with developer nnooo
Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
Screenshots of the latest Japanese Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call DLC (8/26/14)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Amazon Japan now selling digital Wii U and 3DS games
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
Amazon Japan has expanded its Nintendo offerings to the digital space. Going forward, consumers can purchase downloadable games for Wii U and 3DS. Along with retail games, eShop exclusives are available from Amazon Japan.
Video additions to the eShop (8/26/14)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s video additions to the Wii U/3DS eShops are as follows:
Wii U
Azure Striker Gunvolt Reveal Trailer
Mario Kart 8 From the Pit Episode 3
Mega Man 6 Trailer
Life Force Trailer
Hyrule Warriors Trailer with Ghirahim and the Demon Blade
3DS
Azure Striker Gunvolt Reveal Trailer
Mario Kart 8 From the Pit Episode 3
Hyrule Warriors Trailer with Ghirahim and the Demon Blade
Xtreme Sports Trailer
Source: Wii U/3DS eShops
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There won’t be Tekken characters in Pokken Tournament
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 1 Comment
Tekken characters won’t be appearing in Pokken Tournament, according to Bandai Namco’s Katsuhiro Harada.
Harada told one fan on Twitter:
Ha, ha, ha. Nope, Tekken characters will not be making an appearance.
As we’re making a Pokemon fighting action battle game, I’ve already touched on this while on the livestream, but in this game there will not be a high/mid/low guard system mechanic. Instead, we’re planning to include a new type of [mechanic]…
Castlevania: Circle of the Moon Wii U Virtual Console footage
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 3 Comments
Mario Kart 8 DLC officially announced
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 26 Comments
Nintendo has now published an official announcement for Mario Kart 8’s DLC. The press release reveals pricing for the US and a pre-order option that saves consumers $4.
Check out the full announcement below:
REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Two new downloadable content packs will take the world of Mario Kart 8 in directions the franchise has never seen before, while significantly expanding game-play options. The packs, which launch this fall and in spring of 2015, and are available for advance purchase starting Aug. 27 at $7.99 each (or $11.99 for both), deliver a ton of new content, including first-time crossover characters like Link from The Legend of Zelda franchise and both Isabelle and the Villager from the Animal Crossing series.
In addition to these two new downloadable content packs, a previously announced game update goes live Aug. 27 that adds a variety of new features, including three free Mercedes-Benz cars that players can race: the modern Mercedes-Benz GLA, the 300 SL Roadster from the 1950s and the legendary Silver Arrow of the 1930s. Go to http://ninten.do/6181WR6B to view a video of the in-game karts in action.
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Adventures of Lolo 2, Klonoa: Empire of Dreams hitting the Japanese Wii U Virtual Console next week
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
A pair of new games will be available on the Japanese Wii U Virtual Console next week. They are as follows:
Adventures of Lolo 2 (Famicom, 514 yen)
Klonoa: Empire of Dreams (GBA, 702 yen)
The games above are hitting the Japanese eShop on September 3.
