Rumors

Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Wii U | 3 Comments

Last September, a list of LEGO Dimensions “Series 2” set names appeared with code words. One of these had an “S” label, which prompted some to speculate that it could be for Sonic.

LEGO insider Just2Good dropped a hint that the label was referring to SEGA’s mascot back when the situation was transpiring. And yesterday, a second LEGO insider going by the name CM4Sci mentioned on EuroBricks stating that Sonic’s on his way to the game before adding, “I also know for a fact Sonic is in if that confirms anything”.

Brick Inquirer – who knows much more about these things than I do – says “CM4Sci’s word is about as good as it comes.” We’ll still consider Sonic’s appearance a rumor for now, but it’d definitely be interesting to see him in LEGO Dimensions. Perhaps this is one way in which SEGA will be celebrating Sonic’s 25th anniversary?

As for other hints pertaining to Series 2, Super Girl and Green Arrow are also rumored. Their additions would make quite a bit of sense!

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Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in Rumors | 1 Comment

If you’re a fan of DS/3DS title Inazuma Eleven, you might be in for a treat. Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino tweeted out a picture of a character that definitely seems to be from the soccer-based roleplaying game.

This isn’t the first time that Hino might have teased something new coming for the series, so the chances of a sequel seem high.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Rumors | 28 Comments

Nintendo will be issuing its earnings release in just a matter of hours. The festivities will kick off with a conference where some interesting information could be shared.

Dr. Serkan Toto, who is known as an analyst and somewhat of an insider, has heard that “Nintendo will actually announce news on future products and pipeline” unlike the previous event. That could mean more on mobile, though it’s unknown how much the Big N will have to say about NX.

A word of caution: how much news we’ll be seeing from the earnings conference is unclear. The briefing that follows later in the day could be potentially more interesting. That’ll be tomorrow evening in North America, and very early on Thursday for European folks.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 108 Comments

Emily Rogers posted a new article regarding Nintendo’s software plans for NX. You can read the full piece here, but we did want to highlight some of what was written on the site.

This is all unconfirmed of course, but here’s a look at the main points:

– The big fundamental focal point (and overall goal) behind NX is to vastly increase the software output from Nintendo’s first party teams and studios.
– To accomplish this, the entire process of how Nintendo develops and produces software has gone through radical changes.
– There is a new strategy that was put in place to create and release first party software at a faster rate.
– Multiple unannounced Wii U projects were moved over to NX.
– The NX could potentially see the highest output of first party software in the company’s history. (I’m talking about the entire lifespan of NX. Not just one or two years.)

Rogers also writes that “the NX’s software output will blow away the Wii U’s software output” and within a year, “will build a larger library of games than Wii U produced in three or four years.”

Additionally, Rogers stresses that some games won’t necessarily avoid delays, and it’s possible that there will still be gaps between releases. Nintendo may also choose to save game announcements for different events, meaning we may not see the full slate at E3 or even by launch.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Rumors | 24 Comments

In a new report, Hollywood Reporter writes that a “top-secret auction for film rights to the Pokemon franchise is nearing completion”. Warner Bros. and Sony have both apparently shown interest, but the Chinese-owned Legendary Entertainment appears to be in the lead at present.

Hollywood Reporter goes on to say that The Pokemon Company “has been courting Hollywood to launch a big-budget live-action movie.” Initially, Warner Bros. was an early favorite having distributed the first three Pokemon films. But Hollywood Reporter has heard that Legendary could win out, which could pose an issue given political tensions between Beijing and Tokyo and a situation where China “effectively banned Japanese films for three years, which was only broken recently.”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 100 Comments

Update: Going to leave this here rather than making a new post. NeoGAF’s 10k has posted more rumors about the NX (thanks Yolkghost). They’ve been verified by a moderator supposedly, but that doesn’t make them true necessarily. In any case, read the rumors here if you’re interested.

New tweets from Emily Rogers indicate that four Wii U ports are currently in development for NX. We’ve already heard plenty of speculation about the new Zelda as well as some talk about Smash Bros. However, Super Mario Maker and Splatoon could hit the new system, too. But Rogers cautions:

“Just because something is in development doesn’t mean it’ll be released. So either all four of these ports will come…or only two of them.”

Emily says that Zelda and Smash Bros. “sound like guarantees” after speaking “with at least 10 people regarding these four ports.” Splatoon is said to be “up in the air.”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch, Wii U | 544 Comments

Emily Rogers – who most recently revealed that a new Paper Mario was heading to Wii U prior to the announcement of Color Splash – has come forward with a new set of rumors about Zelda Wii U.

Today’s speculation consists of three parts. Rogers further backs up claims that the new Zelda will be on both Wii U and NX. Additionally, the game may allow players to choose between a male or female character, and most characters are voiced – aside from Link.

Here’s the full roundup of Rogers’ tweets:

Like with all rumors, these bits should be taken with a grain of salt. It shouldn’t be too much longer until we hear about the new Zelda in an official capacity again, as E3 is coming up quick.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, Rumors | 29 Comments

According to a tweet from Canadian retailer Video Games Plus, Nintendo has ceased production of DS cartridges. The retailer does promise its own set of exclusive restocks for the near future, however.

Video Games Plus sent out the following message a little while ago:

Nintendo has not officially confirmed that it has stopped production of DS carts worldwide. But given the fact that Video Games Plus is a retailer, they could very well have this sort of information as its disposal.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Wii U | 201 Comments

According to a report from respected Japanese outlet Nikkei, Nintendo will cease production of the Wii U before the end of 2016. The paper adds that some Wii U accessories have already stopped production. Nintendo apparently intends to deplete inventory this year.

Nikkei also reiterates what we already know: Nintendo’s next system, the NX, is primed for an unveiling this year. It’s not said that NX will start being sold this year, though that possibility isn’t ruled out either.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Wii U | 29 Comments

At one point, there may have been plans to include some extra features in the Pokken Tournament Pro Pad. Austin Mageles has been picking the controller apart and came across a couple of interesting discoveries.

First, it seems that there are two areas where two force feedback motors would have been included, which is further hinted at with “LM” and “RM” prints on the circuit board. This would designate “Left Motor” and “Right Motor” – both would likely be used for rumble support. Also found within the transparent red plastic on the bottom of the controller are “dimples” for LED lights.

Here’s a roundup of Mageles’ photos:

@Alex_Olney It looks like the Pokken Pro pad may have had rumble support! Might be useful info for an addendum pic.twitter.com/sRNpLRWWt9

— Austin Mageles (@amageles) March 20, 2016

@Alex_Olney I got curious since there wasn't much to the PCB, so I unscrewed the board and found more evidence pic.twitter.com/QIob7nCdh3

— Austin Mageles (@amageles) March 20, 2016

@Alex_Olney and would you believe it, I found the contacts for "LM," which I would assume stands for "Left Motor." pic.twitter.com/mqr2VTt6lF

— Austin Mageles (@amageles) March 20, 2016

@Alex_Olney As you would expect, upon lifting the button contacts on the right, there is a "Motor Right" printed pic.twitter.com/wCGsH6YHA7

— Austin Mageles (@amageles) March 20, 2016

@Alex_Olney Here you can see the 4 dimples (red), specific molding (yellow), and the PCB inputs (blue). pic.twitter.com/GCMDouPICf

— Austin Mageles (@amageles) March 20, 2016

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