Cranky Kong Bounces into Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments
REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–During this weekend’s VGX event, a live demonstration of the upcoming Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze game for Wii U revealed some exciting details about the addition of Cranky Kong as a playable character. For the first time in the Donkey Kong Country series, players will be able to assume control of the fan-favorite Cranky Kong. Cranky joins Diddy Kong and Dixie Kong as one of Donkey Kong’s partners in the game. At VGX, an event celebrating video games, Nintendo also revealed that the game will launch in North America on Feb. 21 in stores and on the Nintendo eShop.
The bearded Cranky Kong is very spry for his age, using his cane to bounce on dangerous objects like spikes. This ability helps him access areas other characters can’t reach. During single-player mode, Cranky rides on Donkey Kong’s back. In co-op multiplayer, a second player can control Cranky, Diddy or Dixie directly (an additional controller is required for multiplayer play, and is sold separately).
[Interview] Genius Sonority talks Denpa Men, EarthBound creator, Hiroshi Yamauchi, more
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, General Nintendo, Interviews, Wii U eShop | 4 Comments
Jack and I recently had the opportunity to interview Manabu Yamana, the president and representative director of Genius Sonority. The Denpa Men, EarthBound creator Shigesato Itoi, and former Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi were among the topics discussed. Head past the break for our full interview with Yamana.
First Bravely Second screenshots, site open
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Square Enix has released the first Bravely Second screenshots, which you can find above. The game’s new teaser site is located here.
More: Bravely Second, Japan, Square Enix, top
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze details
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This month’s issue of Game Informer contains a feature on Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. We’ve rounded up details from the magazine’s report below.
XSEED doesn’t intend to localize Game Center CX 3
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment
A little over a month ago, one fan asked XSEED on its Facebook page about the possibility of localizing Game Center CX 3. Unfortunately, the company ruled out the game for publishing in North America.
XSEED wrote:
Nobody would be happier than us to publish it, but our bank would cry…
XSEED did localize the first Game Center CX game as Retro Game Challenge several years. But sadly, the game bombed on the market.
Thanks to Arnell for the tip.
More: Game Center CX 3, XSEED
VGX 2013: full show
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
Thanks to Jake for the tip.
Media Create software sales (11/25 – 12/1) – Top 50
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./00. [3DS] Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai 2 #
02./04. [3DS] Pokemon X / Y #
03./01. [PS3] Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
04./02. [WIU] Super Mario 3D World
05./00. [PS3] Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends #
06./00. [PS3] Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag
07./07. [PS3] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2014
08./03. [3DS] One Piece: Unlimited World Red #
09./00. [PS3] Super Robot Wars OG: Infinite Battle #
10./09. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 #
11./08. [PS3] Call of Duty: Ghosts – Subtitled Edition
12./06. [PSV] God Eater 2 #
13./10. [PSP] God Eater 2
14./00. [PSV] Criminal Girls: Invitation
15./00. [3DS] Pretty Rhythm Rainbow Live: Kira Kira My Design
16./00. [PS3] Dynasty Warriors 8 with Xtreme Legends #
17./05. [3DS] Aikatsu! 2-nin no My Princess
18./00. [3DS] Kamen Rider: Travelers Senki
19./00. [PSV] Dynasty Warriors 8 with Xtreme Legends #
20./15. [PS3] Grand Theft Auto V
More: Japan, Media Create, sales
Photos of the One Piece: Unlimited World Red 3DS XL systems
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Winter Sports – Feel the Spirit coming soon to the 3DS eShop
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TREVA Entertainment will soon release Winter Sports – Feel the Spirit on the 3DS eShop. Nintendo lists a December 19 release date on its website, though that isn’t final.
Winter Sports – Feel the Spirit contains seven winter sports disciplines such as cross-country skiing and curling. There’s also 50 challenges, 20 nations to choose from, and three different modes.
You can find a full game overview below.
Best Buy deals now live – B1G1 50% Nintendo titles, 20% off eShop cards
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, 3DS eShop, News, Wii U, Wii U eShop | 5 Comments
A couple of notable Nintendo offers are now live at Best Buy. Consumers can take advantage of a B1G1 50% off offer for select Nintendo titles, and save 20 percent on eShop cards. These deals last through Saturday.
