Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 25 Comments

It seems like Nintendo is pulling out all the stops for the big Switch event at Tokyo Big Sight in January. In addition to being able to try out the Switch for themselves, attendees will also get to experience various concerts.

A rock band put together by Nintendo will perform twice on January 14th and once on January 15th. They will perform various video game tunes. Finally, a big band will perform on January 15th to cap off the event. They will also perform video game-themed music.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Screenshots | 3 Comments

Square Enix has released some new details and screenshots about Dragon Quest XI. We will only talk about the 3DS version here today, though naturally some of it will apply to the Switch version as well. The following info has been translated by Gematsu.

The protagonist

A young man from the village of Ishi. On the day of his 16th birthday, he learns that he is the reincarnation of the “hero” that once saved the world. He carries of the burden of a major mission as well, and leaves his hometown in order to confront his fate.

The protagonist has a birthmark on his left hand. In times of crisis, this mark glows and a mysterious power awakens inside him.

Emma

A childhood friend of the protagonist who was born on the same day. They both underwent their coming-of-age ceremony together on the day of their 16th birthday.

Camus

“I believe in it – the miracle of the hero.”

A blue-haired thief who the protagonist meets on his journey. Although somewhat rude, he has a strong sense of duty and a warm heart. He’s reliable and experienced in the ways of the world and supports the protagonist on his journey.

Head past the break for some more details and screenshots:

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

Two new stages have been added to Pokemon Shuffle on both 3DS and mobile today. A Mew Escalation Battle will run until January 10th. As per usual, you can get more rewards the more you play this stage; this includes Mega Speedups and Raise Max Levels.

A special stage featuring Mewtwo has also been added. It will run into January 3th.

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

Details for the second Global Mission for Pokemon Sun & Moon have been revealed. Players will be required to capture or defeat a total of 1 million Pokemon using the Island Scan feature. The mission will start at 4:00 UTC, December 27th and it will end on January 9th, 23:59 UTC. The reward will be 2,017 Festival Coins if the mission is successful or 217 FC if the mission ends in failure. You will receive twice the amount of FC (4,034 or 434) if your game is tied to a Global Link account.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 11 Comments

The Wii U eShop is listing Spheroids for a January 5 release in North America. The action-adventure game will set you back $7.99.

Here’s an overview from the listing:

“In Spheroids you take control of Lucas, a jumpy Canadian boy who sets out on an adventure with his crazy scientist companion Otto after it’s discovered that the government has been hiding alternative universes from the cubic world they live in. Unfortunately, these alternative universes contain spheres that wish to turn everything round, so it’s up to Lucas to save the world from these dangerous aliens: the Spheroids.

Throughout Spheroids’ 32 levels, you’ll encounter many different environments, with multiple hazards to avoid and enemies to destroy. Items such as the “Modified Drilling Hoo”k Otto lends Lucas will help you traverse the environment with ease, with many more to find throughout.”

A trailer for Spheroids can be viewed below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 2 Comments

It’s time for the latest Famitsu‘s most wanted games chart! Monster Hunter XX leaps into the top three while Zelda: Breath of the Wild is back in the top ten.

Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between December 8 and December 14.

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

Miitomo has been updated with new content. Players can nab the latest items in the Miitomo Drop stage, “Wintertime bliss! Sparkling Snow Kingdom #2”.

Available items include:

– Ice tiara
– Ice princess gown (set)
– Ice princess slippers (set)
– Ice wings

Users can select Miitomo Drop stages from the Shop tab. Miitomo coins or game tickets are needed to play.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 2 Comments

Two new videos are in for Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World. On Nintendo’s Japanese YouTube page, a 7-minute trailer and special animations were just added. Both are below.

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

Nintendo challenged Miitomo users during the week of December 13 to collectively take 1,000 Miifotos and share them on Twitter with a unique hashtag. That target was reached, and gifts are now available to celebrate.

Miitomo users can now obtain a holiday tree pin and winter-holiday socks. Moreover, four game tickets are up for grabs.

You’ll need to be quick – these gifts can only be redeemed until tomorrow at 4 AM PT / 7 AM ET / 12 PM in the UK / 1 PM in Europe. Simply open Miitomo to claim them.

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

Below are the latest titles that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers:

United States

* Save 20 percent on pre-orders with Amazon Prime or Best Buy’s GCU. 20 percent off pre-orders on Amazon Canada as well. On Amazon UK, it’s £2 off.

Wii U

Darksiders Warmastered Edition – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop

3DS

Dragon Quest VIII – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop (pre-order for case)
Runbow Pocket Deluxe Edition – New 3DS only – Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy
Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World amiibo bundle – Amazon (new), Best Buy, GameStop
Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns (pre-order for capybara plushie) – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Mario Sports Superstars – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop

amiibo

Poochy – Best Buy

Accessories

Retro Fighters Pro NES Controller to NES Classic Edition Adapter – Amazon

Books

The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 2 – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts – Amazon
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Collector’s Edition Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new) – Amazon
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Edition Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new) – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 3 – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Vol. 1 – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 4 – Amazon
The Art of Splatoon (new) – Amazon
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 5 Amazon

Canada

Wii U

Darksiders Warmastered Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

3DS

Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King
Runbow Pocket Deluxe Edition – New 3DS only
Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World
Poochy & Yoshi’s Woolly World amiibo bundle
Story of Seasons: Trio of Towns

Books

Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 2: Oracle of Seasons and Oracle of Ages
The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Collector’s Edition Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new)
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new)
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 3
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Vol. 1
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 4
Art of Splatoon (new)
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 5

UK

Wii U

Darksiders Warmastered Edition
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

3DS

Dragon Quest VIII
Dragon Ball Fusions

Books

The Legend of Zelda: Art and Artifacts
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Collector’s Edition Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new)
Pokemon Sun/Moon: Alola Region Pokedex & Postgame Adventure Guide (new)
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, Vol. 1
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 3
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 4
Art of Splatoon (new)
The Legend of Zelda: Legendary Edition, Vol. 5 (new)

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