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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

This information comes from Nintendo’s investors briefing as stated by president Tatsumi Kimishima…

This graph shows the Nintendo 3DS first-party software sell-through in Europe, compared with the same period over the last two years.

In Europe, Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon was released in February, and Nintendo Selects was kicked off last October. These titles continue to perform well, but the sales trends for first-party software as a whole remain slightly under the trends for 2014. We plan to release Fire Emblem Fates in Europe in May.

Tomodachi Life has been a major title that recently surpassed two million sales in Japan. In the European market, this title was localized into various languages, and was launched in June 2014.
Since then, we have seen excellent long-term performance from this title, and it has gradually closed the gap over the last two years, recently surpassing the sales in Japan.

There are few titles competing in this space within the industry, and we believe that bringing out the full potential of this kind of title, which appeals to female consumers, will help our products be enjoyed by wider consumer demographics.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

This information comes from Nintendo’s investors briefing as stated by president Tatsumi Kimishima…

The worldwide sell-through for Nintendo 3DS systems has surpassed 56 million, reaching an installed base that is sufficient to provide profits for the software business.

There is some variation by region, but we have seen an increase in the percentage of young consumers and female users in Japan, North America, Europe, and other regions.

As for our recent situation, we have been seeing positive signs in Nintendo 3DS software sales in all regions since the start of the calendar year.

This graph shows the Nintendo 3DS software sell-through in Japan from the start of the year through last week, compared with the same period over the last two years.

The sell-through since the start of the calendar year has been lower than in the past two years, but titles that have launched in March and April, such as Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3 from SQUARE ENIX and YO-KAI SANGOKUSHI (Japanese title) from Level-5, have increased play activity for young consumers over the spring break and the start of the new school year, leading to a rise in sales.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments

Super Mario Maker’s latest costume is now available. After completing the “Metal Resistance” Event Course, players can unlock an outfit based on the Japanese metal idol band Babymetal.

Here’s a description of the level:

Say hello to Babymetal, the metal dance unit taking the world by storm! To celebrate the worldwide release of their latest album “Metal Resistance,” which has been making a splash on charts all over the globe, they’re joining us right here in Super Mario Maker! They even recorded unique voice clips just for us!

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, Videos | 0 comments

Miitomo has been updated with some new collaboration content from Splatoon. For a look at the various items, check out the video below.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Jake in 3DS eShop, Mobile, News | 1 Comment

Pokémon Shuffle Mobile has updated to version 1.6.0, which will bring it in line with the 3DS version. The update includes Survival Mode and Mission Cards plus UI enhancements. Both versions now completely match mechanically.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments

The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 was originally scheduled to land in March. That didn’t happen, but the game is releasing very soon. Nintendo has it pinned down for a May 10 launch with a $19.99 price point.

Here’s an overview of The Book of Unwritten Tales 2:

Join Wilbur, Ivo, Nate and Critter in another humorous adventure game in the wicked world of Aventásia. Help them fulfill their destiny. A destiny as yet unwritten.

Experience a new adventure from KING Art, creators of The Book of Unwritten Tales, The Critter Chronicles and The Raven – Legacy of a Master Thief. A fantasy story with over 20 hours playtime, filled with the trademark BoUT-humor, lovingly spoofing your favorite fantasy worlds. Solve hundreds of weird puzzles, meet an ensemble of quirky characters and enjoy an epic orchestral soundtrack.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 2 Comments

We have another round of footage from Kirby: Planet Robobot’s Japanese release. Two videos with tons of gameplay are below.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 2 Comments

Just like in Europe, Pocket Card Jockey is slated for the North American 3DS eShop next week. It’ll be launching in both regions on April 5. 3DS owners can currently download a demo from the eShop to see what the game is all about.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 34 Comments

Xenoblade Chronicles made its way to the European Wii U eShop last August. In North America, it will finally be available tomorrow, Nintendo’s website confirms.

Here’s a brief overview:

Discover expansive environments and deep character customization options as you delve into an epic conflict between the Homs (humans) and Mechons (robots). Explore the game’s unique upgrade system, battle system, and relationship-building system as you fight to change the future with trusty allies and the ancient Monado blade.

Xenoblade Chronicles will be priced at $19.99.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, General Nintendo, News, Wii U eShop | 7 Comments

The Humble Friends of Nintendo Bundle is off to a pretty great start. In less than 24 hours, it’s garnered about 61,000 sales and raised around $600,000. With the Humble Nindie Bundle from last year, it achieved 37,000 sales in 24 hours.

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