– By default, the Gamepad displays a map
– Touch a racer’s icon to get a real-time stream of that racer’s perspective
– Lift the gamepad in line with the television to display a rear-view mirror
– Five-player split screen confirmed
– Multiple asymmetric gameplay modes added
– One of these modes has Wiimote players collecting bananas in an arena and the Gamepad player trying to squash them as Monkey Ball’s “Ai Ai”
– Another one has the Gamepad player playing as Shinobi, chasing the other players around to tag them and turn them into Shinobi as well
– Two versions of the Wii U version: One is regular, one has Metal Sonic as a playable character and a bonus racetrack based on “OutRun”

Via NintendoWorld Report

Injustice: Gods Among Us Green Arrow reveal trailer

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A new character is joining the Injustice: Gods Among Us today. Green Arrow has been confirmed for the fighter, and he should be included in an updated demo build at New York Comic Con this weekend.

Take a look at the Green Arrow reveal trailer above.

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Frozenbyte on Nintendo’s support, Trine 2 Magic Mayhem mode coming later, Miiverse, patching, hints of Wii U achievement system, more

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Head past the break for a bunch of news from Frozenbyte’s sales and marketing manager Mikael Haveri. Haveri comments on how supportive Nintendo has been with Trine 2: Director’s Cut thus far, shares more information on the Magic Mayhem mode (which won’t be ready for launch, it seems), discusses Miiverse, patching, and briefly mentions achievements on Wii U – of which he is “almost 100% sure that there will be some type of system.”

Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition also a launch title in Europe

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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has confirmed that Batman: Arkham City Armored Edition will be launching alongside Wii U in Europe. It will be available on November 30.

Warner Interactive president Martin Tremblay said:

“Batman: Arkham City Armoured Edition harnesses the power of the Wii U system and the Wii U GamePad with features that allow fans to further immerse themselves in the role of Batman like never before. WB Games Montréal evolved the incredible hit game by Rocksteady into a truly unique experience on Wii U.”

Armored Edition will also be ready for the Wii U launch in North America.

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Romance of the Three Kingdoms XII screenshots

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3DS eShop charts (10/8/12)

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Software

1. Pokemon Dream Radar
2. The “Denpa” Men: They Came by Wave
3. Cave Story
4. Bird & Beans
5. Super Mario Bros.
6. New Super Mario Bros. 2
7. 3D Classics: Kirby’s Adventure
8. The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX
9. Photo Dojo
10. Pushmo
11. The Legend of Zelda
12. Colors! 3D
13. Heavy Fire: Special Operations 3D
14. Cut The Rope
15. Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3
16. Bird Mania 3D
17. Plants vs. Zombies
18. Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
19. Crazy Chicken Pirates 3D
20. Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Minis March Again!

Videos

1. Paper Mario: Sticker Star Video
2. The “Denpa” Men: They Came by Wave Video
3. Nintendo Show 3D: September 13, 2012
4. New Super Mario Bros. U September 13, 2013
5. Kirby 20th Anniversary Dream Collection Trailer
6. Pokemon Dream Radar Video
7. New Super Mario Bros. 2 Coin Rush
8. Kirby’s Dream Collection Teaser Trailer
9. New Super Mario Bros. 2 Warp Canon
10. Nintendo Show 3D: September 6, 2012
11. Style Savvy: Trendsetters Video
12. 3D Classics: Kirby’s Adventure Video
13. Art Academy: Lessons for Everyone! Video
14. New Super Mario Bros. 2 Rainbow Course
15. Heavy Fire: Special Operations 3D Video
16. New Super Mario Bros. 2 Commercial
17. New Super Mario Bros. 2 Trailer
18. Fractured Soul Video
19. Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed Trailer
20. Nintendo Land Trailer

Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Wii U also playable at NYCC 2012

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The 3DS version of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate will be playable at New York Comic Con 2012 this weekend. But that’s not all! Capcom confirmed today that the Wii U game will be playable as well.

Attendees will be able to try out the title at the company’s Monster Hunter room. The room will also house a tournament that will offer prizes such as a copy of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate – which will be provided at launch.

Those who are interested should stop by Room B101 of the convention hall. Capcom is doing this on a first come, first serve basis and you’ll need to sign up on Saturday, the first day of the tournament.

Tournament times are as follows:

(Friday will be free play sessions all day)

Saturday
1:00-1:40: Hunt the Lagombi (easy)
1:50-2:30: Hunt the Plesioth (medium)
2:40-3:20: Hunt the Brachydios (hard)

Sunday
2:10-2:50: Hunt the Lagombi (easy)
3:00-3:40: Hunt the Plesioth (medium)
3:50-4:30: Hunt the Brachydios (hard)

All other times for Saturday and Sunday will be free play.

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Nintendo rep says Wii U is 19 times more powerful than PS3

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Here’s something that’s sure to receive a ton of attention. While speaking with Total Revue at the Eurogamer Expo, a Nintendo representative apparently told the site that Wii U is “19 times more powerful than PS3”.

There are two things to point out here. First, this is a representative we’re talking about here – how much does he/she really know? Second – did Nintendo actually conduct a test to come up with that claim?

Something tells me that this statement will end up being blown out of proportion…

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First Puddle Wii U screenshots, details

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Neko Entertainment has shared the first screenshots and details of Puddle on Wii U. It will support 1080p, 60 frames-per-second, Off-TV Play, and more.

You’ll be able to control the game through the accelerometer, ZL/ZR triggers, or left control stick. Neko also confirmed that the levels in which players use the “Whine and Skip” feature have been adjusted to make them less frustrating. Those who are looking for a challenge can try collecting the Gold Medals in the various levels.

Puddle should be out on the Wii U eShop at launch.

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