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Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, News, Wii | 2 Comments

All of the information below comes from an XSEED email response…

Shiren 2 (Sega, DS)
– Sorry, not going to happen. We would surely lose money on Shiren 2 due to lack of interest at retail.

Knights in the Nightmare (Sting, DS) (I assume that this is Atlus’ territory though)
– You’re correct, Sting has some well-established partners already in the US so it will be up to them to decide to bring this title or not.

Winds of Nostalgio (Tecmo, DS)
– This is coming to the US, perhaps not by us but it will make it over.

Sky Crawlers (Namco, Wii)
– Seems like an interesting game, thanks for the suggestion. We’ll look into it.

Fragile (Namco, Wii)
– Seems interesting though we don’t know enough about it. We’ll keep an eye on it.

Puyo Puyo 15th Anniversary (Sega, DS seems to be the preferred one, and please of course make it the fixed version!)
– We will not pursue this title. The “casual audience” this game caters to is not our strong point.

All Tales games
– We would love to work on any Tales games (especially the ones that have never made it to the US before in any form such as Rebirth and Destiny 2), but as you can imagine this is extremely difficult to license.
Questions/Responses

1. But is the Little King’s Story box art the final one, and is it the same as the not seen Japanese box artwork?
– No, we have not released the final box art to the public yet.
2. And is Rune Factory Frontier’s NA box final? Can’t you or MMV USA (who’s responcible for this?) to make it just like the JP box in placement, and then just add the sky?
– I don’t know what box art you’re talking about, but the US one will likely be similar to the Japanese.
3. One more thing? Are any of MMV’s upcoming Wii games that you’re bringing over have any NA-exclusive content, whether you can share that or not is fine.
– We always try for exclusive US content, but oftentimes it’s difficult due to scheduling issues. Nothing has been confirmed yet.

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If the latest rumor from EGM/Quartermann are to be believed, Dragon Quest IX will not only release for the Nintendo DS, but for the Wii as well. The rumor guesses that the mode would work similarly to the Pollux Engine for Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time for the Wii/DS. The question is, will there be any graphical change from the DS to Wii?

Here’s the official description of the rumor:

“While Dragon Quest IX being announced for the DS rather than a home console was a big enough surprise in the first place, fans of the long-running series were even more shocked to discover that this latest entry will sport faster-paced gameplay and a surprising MMO-lite option to play with up to four friends. Assuming this multiplayer mode works similarly to the DS-and-Wii-linking Echoes of Time, it makes sense that Square would bring DQIX to the console as well. The only question that remains is whether or not the Wii port will receive a graphical upgrade — the Wii and DS versions of the new Crystal Chronicles are going to be identical, after all. Hopefully Square will confirm this news soon and give us more details.”

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Elebits: Kai to Zero no Fushigi na Tabi (NDS, Konami): 7 / 8 / 8 / 8 – (31/40)
WALL-E (NDS, THQ): 6 / 6 / 5 / 5 – (22/40)
Chou Kaseki Monster Battle: Gekitotsu Galaxy (NDS, Disney): 7 / 7 / 7 / 7 – (28/40)
Rekishi Adventure: Quiz San Goku Shi Tsuu DS (NDS, NCS): 6 / 5 / 4 / 5 – (20/40)
Souhashiki Gadget Robo (NDS, Creative Core): 7 / 6 / 6 / 6 – (25/40)
Rekishi Gunzou Presents: Monoshiri San Goku Shi (NDS, Global A): 6 / 5 / 5 / 7 – (22/40)
Chocobo to Mahou no Ehon: Majo to Shoujo to 5-Jin no Yuusha (NDS, Square Enix): 8 / 8 / 8 / 8 – (32/40)

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LOS ANGELES (December 2, 2008) — Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in North America, and Disney Interactive Studios, announced today that KINDGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories has shipped to North American retailers. Additionally, the release of KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days, the first entry in the franchise for Nintendo DS™, has been confirmed for a North American release.

With more than 12 million copies shipped worldwide, the KINGDOM HEARTS franchise is one of the most beloved RPGs in video game history. Disney and FINAL FANTASY® characters unite in a magical game world, engaging players across the globe with its gripping storyline and action-packed gameplay. Fans can now complete the experience with the arrival and announcement of two key pieces in the KINGDOM HEARTS saga.

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London (2nd December 2008) – Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces that DRAGON QUEST®: The Hand of the Heavenly Bride™ will be released across PAL territories in Spring 2009, exclusively on the Nintendo DS™ handheld system.

Following the fun and colourful path set by DRAGON QUEST: The Chapters of the Chosen™, the second instalment in the Zenithia Trilogy, DRAGON QUEST: The Hand of the Heavenly Bride now journeys onto the Nintendo DS as a high quality remake of the classic DRAGON QUEST V, packed with exciting new features and a truly genre defining story.

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New Handheld Game Stars Mama from the Multi-Million Selling Cooking Mama Franchise

EDISON, N.J., December 2, 2008-Rising out of the rich soil sprouts Gardening Mama, a new Nintendo DS™ gardening simulation that was announced today by Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market. Developed by Cooking Mama Limited, the team that created the award-winning Cooking Mama franchise that has sold 2.5 million units domestically, Gardening Mama brings back the beloved matron to cultivate a cornucopia of fruits, flowers and vegetables in her backyard.

“Mama has become a certifiable icon since her original introduction in Cooking Mama DS,” said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco. “Her first brand offshoot captures those features that made the Cooking Mama series a best seller-an innovative concept, full Touch Screen control, approachable gameplay for everyone and, of course, a charismatic mentor who pushes you in her own endearing way to give a gold medal performance every time.”

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Dragon Quest IX (DS)
Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days (DS)
LostWinds (Wii)
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time (DS, Wii)
Blood of Bahamut (DS)
Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo Tales 2 (DS)
Chrono Trigger (DS)
Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo & Cid’s Dungeon+ (DS)
Pingu no Waku Waku Carnival! (DS)
Snoopy DS: Snoopy to Chuugen Taichi ni Ei ni Iku! (DS)

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