Nordic on bringing Darksiders II back to the European eShop, keeping an eye on Wii U
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Nearly a year ago, Darksiders II was pulled from the European eShop. Today, however, system owners can purchase and download the title once again.
Nordic Games business and product development director Reinhard Pollic tells Polygon that the company was unsure why it was originally taken down, and wants “to make Darksiders available to as much people as possible.”
He said:
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Nintendo shows off three tracks from Mario Kart 8
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Nintendo has released new images of three tracks from Mario Kart 8: Sweet Sweet Canyon, Mario Circuit, and Thwomp Ruins. You can find them above.
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Swords & Soldiers II announced, coming to Wii U
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Ronimo Games has announced Swords & Solders II for the Wii U eShop. The original game hit WiiWare back in 2009, and was later ported to other platforms – including 3DS.
Here’s what we know about Swords & Soldiers II, straight from Ronimo:
A sequel to the 2009 original, Swords & Soldiers II sends Redbeard and his gang of burly Vikings on an all-new adventure, making new friends and facing new enemies. This isn’t just about who can organize the best barbecue party anymore — this time the world also needs some serious saving!
More details about Swords & Soldiers II will be revealed at GDC 2014 and PAX East. A teaser site can be found here.
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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – “Aquatic Action” trailer
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Nintendo issues statement about Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection shut down
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Polygon has obtained an official statement from Nintendo regarding the company’s recent announcement to shut down the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection in May. You can find it in full below.
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Nintendo Video also shutting down in Europe
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Last night, Nintendo announced that it will soon be closing the Nintendo Video service in Japan. The same news has now been confirmed for Europe as well. On March 31, Nintendo Video will no longer be supported. We’re still waiting to hear if this also applies to North America.
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Travel the World with Professor Layton in His Puzzling New Nintendo 3DS Adventure
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Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy is the Final Chapter in the Series’ Second Trilogy
REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Puzzles can appear in the most unlikely of places – take this press release, for example. Yes, it is announcing the upcoming launch of Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy for Nintendo 3DS in stores and on the Nintendo eShop on Feb. 28, but it is also contains two puzzles that are ready for solving. Can you break the code and reveal the hidden messages?
Discovering secrets and solving mind – bending puzzles is wHat Professor Layton does best. In the Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy game, Professor Layton and his faithful assistants Luke and Emmy board the airship Bostonius and journey to locations all over the world as they solve the grEatest puzzle mankind has ever faced. Their globe – spanning quest to uncover the mystery surrounding the ancient Azran civilization takes them to such exotic and mysterious locations as the snow – covered town of Froenborg and the lush jungles of Phong Gi .
Nintendo Download (2/27/14, North America)
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This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Wii U Download
My Farm
Wii U Virtual Console
Renegade – $4.99
3DS Retail
Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy – $39.99 (available Feb. 28)
3DS Download
Tappingo – $2.99
3DS Virtual Console
Renegade – $4.99
eShop sale
Knytt Underground – Step into the extraordinary world of Knytt Underground, the latest iteration in the legendary Knytt series. Knytt Underground is a unique platform adventure experience, delivering zen-like game play, vibrant environments and dynamic characters. Now through March 3, get Knytt Underground for 50 percent off exclusively in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.
Source: Nintendo PR
