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Posted on 8 years ago by Zack in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

Capcom has uploaded five separate trailers for weapons featured in Monster Hunter XX. While the videos aren’t in English, we can see that each features a different weapon from the game, while also showcasing the new “brave style” combat gauge that allows you to fuel special attacks from parrying blows. The weapon trailers are listed below in the order of: Bow and Arrow, Heavy Bowgun, Light Bowgun, Insect Glaive and Charge Axe. You can find the videos after the break.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 21 Comments

News surfaced earlier today that Wii U production will soon be ending in Japan. Nintendo of America has since commented on the situation and provided an update regarding the console’s status in North America.

In terms of what’s happening in the states, Nintendo says “all Wii U hardware that will be made available in the North American market for this fiscal year has already been shipped to our retail partners.” Those who are interested are advised to keep check of availability with retailers.

Nintendo’s full statement reads:

“As recently posted by Nintendo on the Wii U website in Japan, Wii U production will end in the near future for the Japanese domestic market. We have nothing to announce in terms of exact timing.

We can confirm that as of today, all Wii U hardware that will be made available in the North American market for this fiscal year has already been shipped to our retail partners. We encourage anyone who wants Wii U to communicate with their preferred retail outlet to monitor availability.”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

Update (11/10): For those with a Japanese 3DS, you can now pre-order the Monster Hunter XX Limited Edition on Play-Asia.

Original (11/9): Capcom has confirmed the Monster Hunter XX Limited Edition, and has shown what will be included in the package. All copies feature a copy of the game, Outdoor Products Mini Shoulder Bag, Creators Selection Soundtrack with five songs, and Production Note (32 pages in A4 size). As an e-Capcom bonus, there wil be a Renkin Style Acrylic Dot Mascot. Nine designs are being prepared, and consumers will receive one at random. Finally, other exclusive bonuses include codes for two 3DS themes and save data bonus for Monster Hunter Stories.

The Monster Hunter XX Limited Edition comes out on March 18 just like the main game. Over on the e-Capcom store, it’s being sold for 12,744 yen.

Here are some photos:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments

Nintendo UK shared a bunch of new screenshots from Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World. We’ve rounded up today’s images in the gallery below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, New Nintendo 3DS, News | 4 Comments

Galaxy Blaster, a New 3DS game from RCMADIAX, is heading to the eShop on December 8. While it’s listed for that date specifically in Europe, we can say that the North American release will be happening at the same time. There isn’t a ton of information floating around about it, but it looks to be another game focusing on achieving high scores.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments

Best Buy’s deals for Black Friday 2016 are in. Some of the big Nintendo-related highlights are above.

First, Fire Emblem Fates will be $25 at Best Buy. Bravely Second and Pokemon X/Y will be reduced, coming in at $20 each. We can also say that the $50 eShop card will be dropped to $42.50.

You can access Best Buy’s full ad here.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments

The fourth episode in the LEGO Dimensions “Meet That Hero!” video series was published today, featuring Newt Scamander from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Gandalf introduces the new character, who is getting a new pack this month. Watch the video below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 6 Comments

We now have a look at Walmart’s lineup of discounts for Black Friday 2016. Specifically talking about Nintendo, highlights include The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD for $25 and Splatoon for $35.

Some of the other games are a bit more difficult to make out. Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D, Pikmin 3, and NES Remix Pack appear to be $15 each.

Take a look at Walmart’s Black Friday 2016 video game ad flier below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, DS, News, Wii, Wii U | 0 comments

The latest issue of MCV has a listing of the best-selling games in the UK for the month of October. The results are posted below, based on data collected between October 2 and October 29.

As far as physical software sales by platform goes, here are the results:

01 (01) PlayStation 4 – 1,114,993 (46.8%)
02 (02) Xbox One – 957,750 (40.2%)
03 (03) Xbox 360 – 92,916 (3.9%)
04 (04) Nintendo 3DS – 73,856 (3.1%)
05 (05) PlayStation 3 – 52,414 (2.2%)
06 (06) Nintendo Wii U – 40,502 (1.7%)
07 (07) PC Software – 38,119 (1.6%)
08 (08) PlayStation Vita – 7,147 (0.3%)
09 (09) Nintendo Wii – 4,765 (0.2%)
10 (10) Nintendo DS – 2,382 (0.1%)

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments

Bandai Namco issued the launch trailer for Saiki Kusuo no Psi-nan: Shijou Psi-dai no Psi-nan!? today. Give it a look below.

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