Lady Layton targeted for release in the west next year
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 10 Comments
After announcing Lady Layton: The Millionaire Ariadone’s Conspiracy earlier today, Level-5 has now confirmed that the game will be released sometime next year in the west. 3DS, Android, and iOS users in Japan will be able to play it starting in Spring 2017.
Level-5 says Lady Layton features mostly new characters. It also has less of a focused on “dynamic problem-solving and more on solving multiple mystery cases” compared to Professor Layton. New puzzles and brain teasers will also be included.
Here’s the official blurb from Level-5:
“As one of LEVEL-5’s masterpieces, the PROFESSOR LAYTON series of puzzle adventure games has sold more than 15.5 million units worldwide to date. Its newest official sequel, Lady Layton: The Millionaire Ariadone’s Conspiracy — available on Nintendo 3DS/Android/iOS — was announced to be released in Spring 2017 in Japan. Not only will the main character switch from ‘Professor Layton’ (Hershel Layton) to ‘Kat’ (Katrielle Layton), many of its characters will be brand new. The story will focus less on dynamic problem-solving and more on solving multiple mystery cases observed in the everyday lives of Londoners, which will bring a faster tempo and more comical tone to the series. It will be more familiar — and funnier — than ever, while maintaining an adventurous quality. The creators of the puzzles and brain-teasers, the core element of the series, will also be new. Please look forward to the new PROFESSOR LAYTON series, targeting a Western release in 2017.”
Source: Level-5 PR
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Dragon Quest VII “Discover Battle” trailer
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Nintendo shared a Dragon Quest VII video a couple of weeks ago focusing on the game’s world. Today, we have another video, this time showcasing battles. Watch it below.
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Nintendo still lists Dragon Quest VIII for 2016 in North America, but 2017 in Europe
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Dragon Quest VII is finally heading west in September. But there’s still one other big Dragon Quest 3DS game that we haven’t heard about in quite awhile. That of course is Dragon Quest VIII.
The RPG did appear in Nintendo’s release schedule that we posted earlier today. In North America, it’s still listed for 2016. In Europe though, it’s now apparently coming next year. If we don’t hear about it soon, I can’t imagine that Dragon Quest VIII will remain a 2016 title in North America either.
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Scans roundup – Etrian Odyssey V, Puzzle & Dragons X, Pokemon Sun/Moon
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This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlighted games include Etrian Odyssey V, Puzzle & Dragons X, and Pokemon Sun/Moon. Scans of each can be found in the gallery below.
Megaton Musashi game image, art, official website
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments
Earlier today, Level-5 announced its cross-media project Megaton Musashi. We now have a look at the actual game above, plus some art below.
The official Megaton Musashi website is located here.
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The Snack World screenshots, art, official website
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New screenshots and art from The Snack World have emerged. Get a look at today’s images below, and check out the official website here.
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Lady Layton screenshots, art, official website
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Level-5 put out the first screenshots and art for Layton Layton following today’s announcement. Find the images below.
The official Lady Layton website is now open. You can access it here.
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Media Create sales (7/18/16 – 7/24/16)
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The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
New 3DS LL – 21,463
PS4 – 20,021
Vita – 11,363
Wii U – 5,864
New 3DS – 4,355
PS3 – 1,006
3DS – 725
3DS LL – 189
Xbox One – 55
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
New 3DS LL – 23,382
PS4 – 20,395
Vita – 10,991
Wii U – 7,601
New 3DS – 3,665
PS3 – 1,045
3DS – 653
3DS LL – 106
Xbox One – 63
And here are the software charts:
1. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch 3 – 168,782 / 800,918
2. [PSV] Ys VIII – 43,753 / NEW
3. [3DS] Sumikko Gurashi: Mura o Tsukurundesu – 20,616 / NEW
4. [PS4] Black Rose Valkyrie – 12,862 / NEW
5. [WIU] Minecraft: Wii U Edition – 8,383 / 59,339
6. [WIU] Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games – 7,502 / 53,398
7. [WIU] Splatoon – 7,305 / 1,430,562
8. [PSV] New Interpretation Stranger of Sword City – 7,248 / NEW
9. [3DS] Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire – 7,143 / 2,830,996
10. [3DS] Kirby: Planet Robobot – 6,087 / 356,474
11. [3DS] Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns – 6,082 / 162,565
12. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition – 5,744 / 829,979
13. [3DS] Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games – 4,635 / 196,161
14. [PS4] Overwatch – 4,184 / 124,706
15. [3DS] Taiko no Tatsujin: Don Don! Mystery Adventure 3,252 / 64,433
16. [PSV] 7’scarlet # – 3,128 / NEW
17. [PSV] Jikkyou Powerful Pro Baseball 2016 – 2,961 / 159,388
18. [PS4] Grand Theft Auto V (4,990 Yen Version) – 2,832 / 136,399
19. [3DS] Culdcept Revolt – 2,812 / 38,651
20. [PSV] Coven and Labyrinth of Refrain – 2,733 / 42,519
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New HORI Pokemon 3DS accessories: Pikachu Pack Starter Kit, pouches
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HORI has three new Pokemon-focused accessories on the way for 3DS.
The Pikachu Pack Starter Kit arrives first, intended for use with the New 3DS XL. It features the following:
– Pikachu-themed Duraflexi protector, Game Card Case 6, System Skin and Cleaning Cloth
– Duraflexi Protector is flexible yet durable, protecting system from scratches and wear
– Game Card Case 6 holds up to 6 3DS or DS game cards
The Pikachu Pack Starter Kit arrives on October 11 for $20.
Two more accessories follow on November 18. Fans will be able to pick up a soft plush pouch based on Pikachu’s face that holds a New 3DS XL, 3DS, or DS. A Pokemon Sun/Moon pouch will also be available on the same day. Both of these are priced at $15.
Nintendo million sellers – July 2016
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Nintendo has shared an updated listing of million sellers across Wii U and 3DS. Here’s the latest data for both platforms:
Wii U
Mario Kart 8 – 7.70 million pcs.
New Super Mario Bros. U – 5.34 million pcs.
Nintendo Land – 5.10 million pcs.
Super Mario 3D World – 5.01 million pcs.
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U – 4.90 million pcs.
Splatoon – 4.42 million pcs.
Super Mario Maker – 3.65 million pcs.
New Super Luigi U – 2.64 million pcs.
The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD – 1.82 million pcs.
Mario Party 10 – 1.81 million pcs.
3DS
Pokémon X/Pokémon Y – 14.98 million pcs.
Mario Kart 7 – 13.56 million pcs.
Pokémon Omega Ruby/Pokémon Alpha Sapphire – 12.24 million pcs.
SUPER MARIO 3D LAND – 10.81 million pcs.
New Super Mario Bros. 2 – 10.39 million pcs.
Animal Crossing: New Leaf – 10.11 million pcs.
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS – 8.23 million pcs.
Tomodachi Life – 5.09 million pcs.
Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon – 4.88 million pcs.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D – 4.30 million pcs.