Wiimote can be used in Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash, but without motion controls
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash will contain a number of controller options. It will be possible to use the GamePad, Pro Controller, or Wii Remote.
When it comes to the Wii Remote, Game Informer reports that players hold the controller sideways. There are no motion controls in other words. Leaving motion controls out feels slightly strange to me, but it is what it is!
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Deep Silver likely funded Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
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Siliconera recently asked Koji Igarashi if there are any plans to work with Deep Silver on Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. For those who are unaware, Inti Creates is making Mighty No. 9 as well as Bloodstained, and Deep Silver is handling publishing for the former title.
Here’s how Igarashi responded:
While this is not official, but…it may as well be, as the [person] who is putting the most money into Bloodstained, it’s up to them when they want to announce their participation. I’m just going to say that I’m not officially saying ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ but I do want to say that the backend investment is what allowed me to make the game. I am 100% appreciative of them having faith in me. I hope everyone feels the same way, because without them, I never would have been able to get this far.
We literally went everywhere we could beforehand. First and foremost, I feel an incredible degree of appreciation [toward this publisher]. As for the actual relationship and how that’s going to work out, that’s something that will be from here on out. Any time an independent creator can get to keep their IP…
Ben Judd, who is a part of the Bloodstained team, added: “I almost felt defeated as an agent, but then we finally found a partner and we couldn’t have asked for a better one.” He also said that “it becomes a great collaborative relationship.”
Super Mario Maker – “Gotta Find the Right Pipe” footage (off-screen with audio)
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Splatoon’s first North American Splatfest delayed
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 27 Comments
The first North American Slatfest for Splatoon was set to take place this weekend. Unfortunately, Nintendo has now announced that it has been postponed.
Writing on Twitter, Nintendo explained that a matchmaking issue was found with the first Japanese Splatfest, which caused long wait times. The company wants to resolve it before going live with the North American Splatfest.
A new date for the North American Splatfest hasn’t been revealed. However, information is promised “soon.”
Unfortunately, a matchmaking issue was discovered in the first Japanese Splatfest that resulted in long wait times…
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
and players unable to join matches. We have been working on a solution but will need a little more time to resolve the issue.
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
In order to ensure that fans have the best possible experience and can enjoy the fun they’ve come to expect from Splatoon…
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
We have decided to postpone the first North American Splatfest. We’ll have details on a new date soon!
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 19, 2015
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Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash amiibo bundle appears to be $50
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 8 Comments
Nintendo World in New York is taking pre-orders for a number of games, including Chibi-Robo!: Zip Lash. It’s looking like the amiibo bundle for the game will set you back $50 (as the receipt above shows).
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Off-screen Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson English footage
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16 minutes of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (direct-feed)
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Super Mario Maker – “Buzzy Beetle Surfing” video (off-screen with audio)
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Star Fox Zero – Sector 3 footage with GamePad feed
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We’ve posted a ton of Star Fox Zero videos over the past few days, but this latest one offers something new. Along with footage shown on the TV screen, it also provides the GamePad feed as well. Take a look at the video below.
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Shin’en talks FAST Racing Neo – speed, tech, local/online multiplayer still planned
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 22 Comments
Shin’en’s Manfred Linzner answered a number of questions about FAST Racing Neo in a new interview. Linzner discussed the game’s speed, commented on the technical aspects behind the game, and reconfirmed local/online multiplayer. Give the full interview a look below.
