Splatoon driving Wii U sales, Splatfest participating rising, more promotions coming
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 6 Comments
This information comes from Nintendo’s investors briefing as stated by president Tatsumi Kimishima…
The driving factor behind Wii U hardware sales over the fiscal year ended March 2016 was Splatoon, released in May of last year. Strong sales have continued into 2016, leading us to ship 4.27 million units worldwide in this fiscal year. This title started off with early appeal among core gamers and has gradually spread to the young consumer and female demographics, providing an excellent illustration of Nintendo’s strengths.
The number of participants for the in-game events called “Splatfests” has been steadily increasing since the first such event.
The 13th Splatfest, held from April 23rd to the 24th in Japan, saw around 790,000 participants, a record number.
With a total sell-through of 1.49 million units in Japan at the time the 13th Splatfest was held, this means that more than half of the software owners participated in this event. It is no small feat for so many users to be playing a title almost one year after launch, not only in Japan, but across the globe.
We have already expanded this IP beyond the game with a variety of products and events, and we will continue to take advantage of Splatoon’s massive popularity to support products and events and create tie-ins with external partners.
Kimishima on Wii U hardware / software sales
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This information comes from Nintendo’s investors briefing as stated by president Tatsumi Kimishima…
The number of Wii U systems sold worldwide has surpassed 12 million.
Although this installed base is not as large as we have seen with past home consoles, we had a major hit in 2015 with Splatoon, and we have continued to sell units in Japan.
This graph shows the Wii U software sell-through in Japan from the start of the year through last week, compared with the same period over the last two years. Splatoon has continued to sell well since the start of the calendar year, and we launched The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD on March 10th and Pokkén Tournament on March 18th, spurring higher sales in this period than in the same period in the last two years.
Super Mario Maker – Metal Resistance Event Course and Babymetal costume now live
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Super Mario Maker’s latest costume is now available. After completing the “Metal Resistance” Event Course, players can unlock an outfit based on the Japanese metal idol band Babymetal.
Here’s a description of the level:
Say hello to Babymetal, the metal dance unit taking the world by storm! To celebrate the worldwide release of their latest album “Metal Resistance,” which has been making a splash on charts all over the globe, they’re joining us right here in Super Mario Maker! They even recorded unique voice clips just for us!
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The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 updated release scheduled for May 10
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The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 was originally scheduled to land in March. That didn’t happen, but the game is releasing very soon. Nintendo has it pinned down for a May 10 launch with a $19.99 price point.
Here’s an overview of The Book of Unwritten Tales 2:
Join Wilbur, Ivo, Nate and Critter in another humorous adventure game in the wicked world of Aventásia. Help them fulfill their destiny. A destiny as yet unwritten.
Experience a new adventure from KING Art, creators of The Book of Unwritten Tales, The Critter Chronicles and The Raven – Legacy of a Master Thief. A fantasy story with over 20 hours playtime, filled with the trademark BoUT-humor, lovingly spoofing your favorite fantasy worlds. Solve hundreds of weird puzzles, meet an ensemble of quirky characters and enjoy an epic orchestral soundtrack.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Fortissimo Edition can be pre-ordered from Nintendo UK
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Nintendo UK’s online store is now accepting pre-orders for the Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Fortissimo Edition. You can get yours in here. It may very well sell out, so put in a reservation while you can!
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EDGE #293 review scores
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This month’s EDGE review scores are as follows:
Quantum Break – 7
Adrift – 6
Star Fox Zero – 7
EVE: Valykrie – 5
Chronos – 6
Ratchet & Clank – 6
Hyper Light Drifter – 9
Dead Secret – 6
Lucky’s Tale – 6
Final Approach – 4
Job Simulator – 7
Trackmania Turbo – 8
Salt & Sanctuary – 6
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Nintendo could end Wii U production by March 2018
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Reuters and the BBC are both reporting that Wii U production could end by March 2018. The former outlet specifically heard that comment from Nintendo president Tatsumi Kimishima.
During the current fiscal year, Nintendo expects to sell just 800,000 Wii U units. That’s down from 3.26 million units in the previous year.
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Media Create sales (4/18/16 – 4/24/16)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, News, Wii U | 17 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
PS4 – 20,589
New 3DS LL – 13,917
Vita – 12,678
Wii U – 5,968
New 3DS – 3,268
PS3 – 1,153
3DS – 939
3DS LL – 137
Xbox One – 101
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
PS4 – 20,257
New 3DS LL – 14,573
Vita – 12,337
Wii U – 6,091
New 3DS – 3,677
PS3 – 1,220
3DS – 1,211
3DS LL – 196
Xbox One – 142
And here are the software charts:
1. [PS4] One Piece: Burning Blood – 35,496 / NEW
2. [PSV] One Piece: Burning Blood – 32,682 / NEW
3. [3DS] Yo-kai Sangokushi – 28,758 / 430,239
4. [PSV] Bullet Girls 2 – 17,224 / NEW
5. [WIU] Star Fox Zero / Star Fox Guard – 17,114 / NEW
6. [3DS] Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3 – 15,940 / 557,575
7. [PS4] Phantasy Star Online 2 Episode 4 [Deluxe Package] – 14,950 / NEW
8. [WIU] Star Fox Zero – 8,135 / NEW
9. [PS4] Dark Souls III – 7,255 / 274,909
10. [3DS] Terraria – 7,251 / NEW
11. [PSV] Phantasy Star Online 2 Episode 4 [Deluxe Package] – 7,043 / NEW
12. [PSV] Nil Admirari no Tenbin Teito Genwakukitan – 6,98 / NEW
13. [PS4] Dying Light: GThe Following Enhanced Edition – 6,476 / NEW
14. [WIU] Splatoon – 6,470 / 1,338,689
15. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition – 6,253 / 743,558
16. [WIU] Super Mario Maker – 5,873 / 851,969
17. [PS4] UEFA Euro 2016 / Winning Eleven 2016 – 5,094 / NEW
18. [PSV] Kamigami no Asobi Infinite – 4,828 / NEW
19. [3DS] Disney Art Academy – 4,646 / 30,816
20. [PS4] Far Cry Primal – 4,303 / 38,410
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Pikachu-themed Pokken Tournament controller heading to Japan
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A new version of the Pokken Tournament controller is on the way to Japan. As shown in the image above, it carries a Pikachu theme.
The controller is slated for a June release. It’ll cost 3,758 yen.
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Babymetal costume coming to Super Mario Maker
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Nintendo has announced that Babymetal will be added to Super Mario Maker as the game’s latest costume.
Here’s a trailer for the outfit, along with the announcement straight from the Japanese metal idol band:
The Babymetal costume is scheduled to arrive in Japan on April 28. That means we should be seeing it in North America tonight along with a new Event Course.
