D3Publisher has announced a collector’s edition release for Adventure Time: Explore the Dungeon Because I DON’T KNOW!, which will be available exclusively on 3DS.

The package includes a copy of the game, a limited edition Beemo package design in a glossy premium SteelBook case, a bonus DVD with actor interviews, and storyboard art from series creator Pendleton Ward, plus a unique “Finn and Jake’s Dungeon Guide” – described as a “full color, enhanced manual filled with fun art and game tips”.

The collector’s edition is priced at $39.99. We’ll let you know when pre-orders go live.

Source: D3 Publisher PR

Rune Factory 4 “How-to” video – combat

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Judge reduces $30.2 million award by half in 3DS lawsuit

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A glasses-free 3D patent patent lawsuit between Nintendo and inventor Seijiro Tomita was finally settled earlier this year. The jury ultimately ruled that Nintendo would pay $30.2 million in damages.

However, the award amount has since been cut in half after a US judge determined this week that the original figure was “‘intrinsically excessive’ and unsupported by the evidence presented at trial.” Tomita will have until August 23 to decide whether to accept $15.1 million in damages or proceed to a new damages trial. If he opts for the latter, there’s a possibility that Tomita will receive nothing at all.

Nintendo said in a statement:

“Nintendo respects the intellectual property rights of other companies and is confident that none of its products infringes the asserted patent. Nintendo will appeal the jury’s verdict and reduced damages award to the court of appeals.”

Thanks to Thomas N for the tip.

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European Harvest Moon: A New Beginning pre-orders come with limited edition bonus

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Those who pre-order Harvest Moon: A New Beginning at select retailers in Europe will receive a limited edition bonus. Publisher Zen United is including a set of Hama Beads featuring recreations of the “Boy” and “Cow” characters from the series.

GAME will be providing the bonus in the UK. Selected retail partners across Europe will be offering the pre-order item as well.

Source: Zen United PR

Skylanders figures outsell all other action-figure properties in US/Europe year-to-date in 2013

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Activision has announced yet another accomplishment for its lucrative Skylanders franchise.

According to the company, Skylanders figures have outsold all action-figure properties in the US and Europe in 2013 thus far. Additionally, Skylanders outpaced all toy properties in the U.K. year-to-date as of June 30, 2013.

Activision Publishing CEO Eric Hirshberg said:

“We began something very special with Skylanders, and the magic of bringing toys to life through a video game. But it’s not just about the game. We know the toys have to be just as creative and imaginative as the kids that play with them, and that’s why we’re so excited to bring even more innovations to this genre when Skylanders SWAP Force comes out in October.”

The Skylanders franchise has managed to generate over $1.5 billion in global retail sales as of July 31. Skylanders Giants has been the top-selling console and handheld game overall in dollars this year in North America and Europe.

Source: Activision PR

Pokemon Centers in Japan giving out Pokemon X/Y pre-order bonuses

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Numerous Japanese pre-orders are centered around offers at the Pokemon Center.

Regular reservations for Pokemon X come with an exclusive clear file folders, including one with an image of Xerneas as well as a mini-Xerneas figure. The same bonuses are included with Pokemon Y pre-orders, but with different artwork and Yveltal figure.

Both games can be pre-ordered for extra items: a CD with three tracks and an exclusive Pokemon X/Y A4-sized “World Art” book, which contains lots of exclusive features and artwork, including a cover image specifically designed by Game Freak.

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Project Phoenix dev explains why game isn’t coming to Nintendo systems, says their hardware isn’t “exciting”

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Project Phoenix is heading to the PlayStation 4 and PS Vita, but it won’t be on any of Nintendo’s platforms. Given how pleased indies have been with the company, you have to wonder why this is so.

Director and producer Hiroaki Yura did provide an explanation when asked about the situation. Most of Yura’s words were very much critical – he said “not a lot of people” purchase Nintendo systems, indicated that there are “so many restrictions” in place, and stated that the company doesn’t accept indie games in Japan.

Yura ultimately said that even though Nintendo may have “interesting” hardware, is isn’t “exciting”.

New Super Mario Bros. 2 coin count surpasses 1 trillion

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Nintendo has continued to track the coin count for New Super Mario Bros. 2. Just recently, the worldwide total surpassed one trillion.

New Super Mario Bros. 2’s last milestone was 100 billion coins collected. That occurred in September of last year.

Sonic Lost World 3DS stage details

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Famitsu has details on two of the stages included in the 3DS version of Sonic Lost World.

First, let’s talk about Desert Ruins Zone 1, which was shown briefly in the latest Nintendo Direct. This is a huge, spreadout desert with tons of quicksand. Sonic will encounter sand worms, large cacti, and creatures of the desert – all of which will be in the way. Famitsu wonders what caused the decay in the ruins since everything is so scattered.

Frozen Factory Zone 1 was also covered in the Famitsu’s latest report. Sonic will slide his way down the snowy mountains on his snowboard, making this stage fast-paced. On frozen ground and dealing with heavy bursts of cold air, snowballs are another addition to this stage. You won’t be seeing objects like the factory switches or gears here, as the real gimmick is “listening”. Expect to solve puzzles with the listening gimmick and the power of electricity.

Famitsu also goes over elements like the parkour system which plays similarly to the Wii U version. Players can run on the walls and ceilings, jump from wall to wall, and make their way through the stages in a variety of ways. There’s also the somersault move – enemies who are hit by the attack, whether they’re in motion or still, will have their weaknesses exposed and make it easier for you to attack them.

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