Tanabe, Kelbaugh on DKC: Tropical Freeze – game’s delay, Monster Games worked on the title, 3DS version would be tough, much more
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii, Wii U | 7 Comments
Game Informer has put up an insightful interview with Retro Studios CEO Michael Kelbaugh and Nintendo producer Kensuke Tanabe. The two spoke about how the game’s delay benefited development, revealed Monster Games’ involvement with the project, talked about the possibility of a 3DS version, and more. Tanabe also teased, “we may consider not just the Donkey Kong Country series but a broader range of possibilities for Retro’s next project.”
You can find the full interview breakdown below. Game Informer’s entire piece is located here.
GameStop: Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate 3DS for $20, Skylanders Wii U bundle for $250
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments
A few weeks ago, GameStop discounted the Wii U version of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate to $20. That same price has now been put into effect for the 3DS version. You can place an order online here.
GameStop is also running a deal for the Skylanders Swap Force Wii U bundle. You can pick one up for $249.99. View the product page here. GameStop also has the original Wii U 32GB Deluxe Set for $250, though it can only be found in store.
More: GameStop, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, sale
Nintendo shares a couple of clips of kids receiving a Wii U for the holidays
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Random, Videos, Wii U | 1 Comment
These kids are ecstatic about their Nintendo holiday gift. #BecauseItsNintendo http://t.co/Zf5v1Cx6sj
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) December 24, 2013
#WiiU will make any holiday brighter. Just ask this kid! #BecauseItsNintendo http://t.co/yB0Jj8uOUN
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) December 23, 2013
Kuroko’s Basketball: Miraculous Victory trailer
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Art Academy: SketchPad updated, Luigi Exhibition starting tomorrow
Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 3 Comments
A new update is out now for Art Academy: SketchPad. After applying the patch, users will be able to attach pictures when commenting on other people’s posts.
In other Art Academy: SketchPad news, a Luigi Exhibition will begin tomorrow.
Nintendo’s “Marichan” shared the latest Art Academy news on Miiverse:
Dragon Quest Monsters 2 offers more content after completing main game
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Square Enix is cramming in extra content for Dragon Quest Monsters 2 after players complete the main adventure.
First, you’ll be given the opportunity to make monsters with Slime or Giga bodies. SS rank monsters can be created as well. If that wasn’t enough, Marvelous Keys – used to unlock different parts of Malta Castle – can be made and shared through StreetPass.
More: Dragon Quest Monsters 2, Japan, Square Enix
First New LovePlus+ footage shown in hour-long video
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More: Japan, Konami, New LovePlus+
Update: More retailers – The Wonderful 101 down to $30 at Target, GameStop
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Update (12/24/13): The Wonderful 101 is now down to $30 on Amazon and Best Buy as well.
Target and GameStop are both selling The Wonderful 101 for $29.99 – 50% off the regular price. Ordering online isn’t an option unfortunately, though you can grab the same in-store. Amazon also has The Wonderful 101 for about $35 if you’re looking for an online option – still a great deal.
Puyo Puyo Tetris final trailer
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More: Japan, Puyo Puyo Tetris, SEGA
Super Smash Bros. for 3DS screenshot (12/24/13) – Rainbow Road stage revealed
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Along with today’s screenshot, Sakurai passed along the following message on Miiverse:
Happy Holidays! Here’s a new 3DS stage–Rainbow Road! It can’t be explained in one picture, but it’s going to be a cruise-type stage.

