Early reports from GameStop stated that 500,000 customers were on the retailer’s Wii U wait list. But as we now know, only 320,000 consoles were sold in November and December.

GameStop spokesperson Matt Hodges explained the discrepancy:

“Our initial allocation from Nintendo was not 500,000 units. We never disclosed that number; we only stated that we had reserved thru those units in the first 48 hours of them being offered. NPD reported sales of 463,000 Wii U units in the U.S. in December. That number added with those sold in November brings the LTD total to 888,000.”

Hodges went on to say that a person being on a wait list doesn’t necessarily translate to a sale:

“One thing to consider about the people who signed up for our waiting list is that they had no financial commitment to do so. So it is possible that they purchased their Wii U from another retailer.”

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Target: B2G1 free on Wii U games, stacks with sales

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Target has an in-store offer available for Wii U titles. If you buy two games, you can get another for free.

This also works in conjunction with on-sale games. Tekken Tag Tournament 2: Wii U Edition and NBA 2K13 are just a couple of games priced at $45 this week.

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Anima: Gate of Memories heading to the Wii U eShop

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A Kickstarter for a project titled “Anima: Gate of Memories” began at the very end of November. The campaign just came to an end today, and raised well over the $90,000 goal.

Anima: Gate of Memories was originally intended for the PC and Mac, but it’ll also be heading to the Wii U eShop.

The game features an action battle system with customization elements. Different skills can be applied, each of which brings its own visual flair to the characters. There will be quick-time events, full 3D visuals, and an orchestrated soundtrack.

Two prototype videos can be found above.

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Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 also an eShop exclusive in North America

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Tecmo Koei will only be releasing Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 as a Wii U eShop release in North America. The same situation was announced for Europe last week.

So when can fans get their hands on the game? Mark down February 7 on your calenders. Fist of the North Star: Ken’s Rage 2 is due out on the same day on the European eShop.

3DS eShop charts (1/14/13)

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Software

1. Pokemon Dream Radar
2. Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels
3. Super Mario Bros.
4. Pokedex 3D Pro
5. Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream
6. Mega Man
7. Gunman Clive
8. Tetris
9. Cut The Rope
10. The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX
11. Metroid II – Return of Samus
12. Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
13. Photo Dojo
14. The Legend of Zelda
15. 3D Classics: Kirby’s Adventure
16. Crimson Shroud
17. Plants vs. Zombies
18. Bird Mania 3D
19. Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble
20. Unchained Blades

Videos

1. Pokemon – Nintendo Direct January 8, 2013
2. Club Nintendo Video
3. Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels Video
4. Fluidity: Spin Cycle Video
5. Unchained Blades Video
6. Nintendo Show 3D: December 27, 2012
7. Adventure Time Video
8. What is Nintendo Video?
9. Mario Kart 7 Video
10. New Super Mario Bros. 2: Coin Rush
11. Scribblenauts Unlimited Video
12. Pokemon Dream Radar Video
13. Pokedex 3D Pro Video
14. Paper Mario: Sticker Star Video
15. New Super Mario Bros. 2: Warp Canon
16. Paper Mario: Sticker Star October 25, 2012
17. Mega Man Video
18. Code of Princess Video
19. Wreck-It Ralph Video
20. Super Mario Bros. Video

Source: 3DS eShop

Aliens: Colonial Marines commercial

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Video additions to the 3DS eShop (1/10/13)

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The latest video additions to the 3DS eShop are as follows:

Pokemon – Nintendo Direct January 8, 2013
Reel Fishing 3D Paradise Mini Video
Wild Adventures: Ultimate Deer Hunter 3D Video
Hello Kitty Picnic with Sanrio Friends Video
101 DinoPets 3D Video

Source: 3DS eShop

Nintendo Heats Things Up with a Fire Emblem Awakening Nintendo 3DS Bundle

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When Fire Emblem Awakening launches on Feb. 4, it will arrive with a special version of the Nintendo 3DS hardware. The beautiful blue system is emblazoned with stylish Fire Emblem artwork, has the game pre-installed on the hardware and comes packaged with a 4GB SD memory card. It will be available at a suggested retail price of $199.99, a great value for fans of the series.
Fire Emblem Awakening is the first entry in the fantasy turn-based strategy series on Nintendo 3DS. It tells the story of Lord Chrom and his growing army of companions as they band together to save the world from a rising evil. Fire Emblem Awakening features a gorgeous art style and voice acting, plus an epic storyline with a massive lineup of memorable characters with unique personalities. As with past entries in the series, every decision the player makes is vital, as characters lost in battle are gone forever. A demo of Fire Emblem Awakening will be available in the Nintendo eShop on Jan. 17.

Analyst casts doubt on mainstream Wii U appeal

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Baird Equity Research is concerned about the Wii U. Analyst Colin Sebastian, in an investor’s note, expressed concern about the console’s mainstream appeal. The company is currently worried that only seasoned Nintendo fans will take interest in the Wii U.

Going forward, Sebastian stated that Nintendo needs “major first-party releases” like Zelda, as well as strong third-party support. Sebastian states that if all goes sour, Nintendo will be forced to lower the Wii U’s price point, and, unrealistically, “consideration will be given to extending first party franchises to other platforms.”

“We remain concerned that Nintendo’s innovative Wii-U console will lack broad appeal beyond the core Nintendo fan base. Following a somewhat lackluster launch and holiday selling season, Nintendo will need to bring to market major first-party releases (Zelda) and retain the support of key third-party developers to reduce market share losses. In a negative scenario, Nintendo will be forced to prematurely lower the Wii-U price, and over the course of this cycle, we expect consideration will be given to extending first party franchises to other platforms.”

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