Pokken Tournament version 1.1 will be out at launch
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 66 Comments
Pokken Tournament will have its first patch upon release later this week. When you purchase the game, version 1.1 will be available. To access elements like online play, this patch will be required.
Pokken Tournament’s 1.1 update needs 370MB of space. The update will begin downloading when you boot up the game, though it can also be downloaded automatically.
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Pokken Tournament reviews roundup
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 28 Comments
Reviews for Pokken Tournament are now starting to come in, as Nintendo has lifted the game’s embargo. We’ve rounded up some of the early verdicts below.
Nintendo Everything – “Thumbs Up”
IGN – 8 / 10
GameSpot – 9 / 10
Game Informer – 7 / 10
GamesBeat – 79 / 100
USgamer – 3 / 5
Shacknews – 6 / 10
GameXplain – “Liked”
Destructoid – 7.5 / 10
Eurogamer – “Recommended”
Kotaku – N/A
Nintendo Life – N/A
Gamereactor – 8 / 10
GamesRadar – 3 / 5
How to activate LAN battle mode in Pokken Tournament
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 55 Comments
One multiplayer option in Pokken Tournament is LAN battle mode. With this functionality, local multiplayer with 60 frames per second is possible.
Below are the different requirements for three different routes that can be taken with LAN battles:
Route A | Route B | Route C |
2 Wii Us 2 Pieces of Software 2 TVs* 2 Wii U LAN Adapters 1 Straight LAN Cable 1 Router | 2 Wii Us 2 Pieces of Software 2 TVs* 1 Wireless Router | 2 Wii Us 2 Pieces of Software 2 TVs* 2 Wii U LAN Adapters 1 Crossover LAN Cable |
* Can be substituted for the Wii U GamePad display |
And some extra notes for Route C:
– Routes A and B just need you to set the Internet options on the Wii U to Wired and Wireless respectively
– For Route C, there are some extra steps
– First: set both Wii Us up to connect via Wired Connection
– When the test fails, cancel out but save the connection
– Go into the settings for the connection and change the IP to 192.168.000.001 (or 192.168.000.002 on the second Wii U), Subnet Mask to 255.255.255.000 and Default Gateway to 192.168.000.050
– For the DNS settings, set it as “Do not automatically obtain”
– Set Primary DNS to 1.0.0.0
– Save the settings
Note that to activate LAN battle, you have to hold down L, R & down on the d-pad on the title screen.
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Pokken Tournament “Countdown Clash” – battles 5 and 6
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
Nintendo UK is hosting a “Countdown Clash” for Pokken Tournament. Two of the game’s fighters will be pitted against each other, and fans will be asked which Pokemon they believe will win the battle. After votes are collected on both YouTube and Twitter, the winners of both bouts with then be announced.
You can see the third Countdown Clash video below. The latest matches are Chandelure vs. Gengar and Garchomp vs. Blaziken.
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UK software sales (Week ending 03/12/2016) – Wii U/3DS charts
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:
Wii U
1. The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD – Nintendo
2. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
3. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo
4. Splatoon – Nintendo
5. Lego Marvel Avengers – Warner Bros. Interactive
6. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U – Nintendo
7. Yoshi’s Woolly World – Nintendo
8. Just Dance 2016 – Ubisoft
9. Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes – Warner Bros. Interactive
10. Mario Party 10 – Nintendo
3DS
1. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo
2. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon – Nintendo
3. Pokemon Alpha Sapphire – Nintendo
4. Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer – Nintendo
5. Pokemon X – Nintendo
6. Bravely Second: End Layer – Nintendo
7. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
8. Pokemon Y – Nintendo
9. The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds – Nintendo
10. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
Source: Chart-Track
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UK software sales (Week ending 03/12/2016)
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Famitsu’s most wanted games (3/13/16)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 2 Comments
It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart! Dragon Quest XI is back up to the second spot, and was only one vote shy of tying for first.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between February 25 and March 2.
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Japanese retailer Joshin also experiencing Wii U supply issues
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 84 Comments
Supply issues in Japan is something we initially heard about around a month ago. Interestingly, it seems to still be a problem of sorts.
Joshin, a big chain electronics store in Japan, recently posted a message about Wii U supply. It starts out by stating that the Premium Set is currently unavailable. Consumers are told that they need to understand the console is currently out of stock before placing an order, and Joshin has no confirmation as to when it will be available again.
Those who are really in need of a Wii U can only hope that the issue resolves soon. Joshin also won’t answer any emails about when the console will be back in stock. Units will be shipped as soon as possible, and due to an issue with resellers, only one console can be ordered at this time.
Wii U stock will be shipped as soon as possible. Consumers will be informed by email when orders are being sent out.
Thanks to Ben for sending this in.
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Miyamoto on Project Giant Robot – “we haven’t yet decided to turn that into a full game”
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 136 Comments
During the latest Nintendo Direct, it was revealed that Project Guard became Star Fox Guard. This was a title that originally debuted at E3 2014 alongside Project Giant Robot. Some may be curious about that game’s status.
In an interview with TIME, Shigeru Miyamoto indicated that Project Giant Robot hasn’t materialized into a full experience. He told the publication:
“‘Project Giant Robot’ was something we started as a second project, and unfortunately we haven’t yet decided to turn that into a full game.”
Will we eventually see Project Giant Robot become its own thing? Or will it remain as only a temporary E3 demo? Only time will tell!
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Pre-order updates (3/13/16)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 1 Comment
Below are the latest titles that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers:
United States
* Save 20 percent on pre-orders with Amazon Prime or Best Buy’s GCU.
Wii U
Pokken Tournament (pre-order for Shadow Mewtwo amiibo card) – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Star Fox Zero – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop (pre-order for Fighter Patch)
Mighty No. 9 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Terraria – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 – Amazon
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE (new) – Amazon, GameStop
Mario & Sonic at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games (new) – Amazon, GameStop
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Paper Mario: Color Splash (new) – Amazon, GameStop
The Legend of Zelda – Amazon, Best Buy
3DS
Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Hyrule Warriors Legends – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop (pre-order for art book)
Bravely Second: End Layer – Amazon, Best Buy (pre-order for costume DLC), GameStop
Terraria – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Langrisser Re: Incarnation – Tensei – – Amazon (pre-order for art book/soundtrack), Best Buy, GameStop
SEGA 3D Classics Collection – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Pokemon Rumble World – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Metroid Prime: Federation Force – Amazon
Monster Hunter Generations (new) – Amazon
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
7th Dragon III Code: VFD (pre-order for art book) – Amazon
Disney Art Academy (new) – Amazon, GameStop
Kirby: Planet Robobot (new) – Amazon, GameStop
Dragon Quest VII – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Dragon Quest VIII – Amazon, Best Buy
Pokemon Sun – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Pokemon Moon – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
amiibo
Roy – GameStop (exclusive)
Ryu – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Famicom R.O.B. – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Lottie (new) – Amazon, Best Buy
Digby (new) – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Timmy & Tommy (new) – Best Buy, GameStop
Kapp’n – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Rover – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Animal Crossing amiibo cards series 3 – Amazon, GameStop
Guides/Books
Hyrule Warriors Legends Collector’s Edition guide – Amazon (save $8)
Star Fox Zero Collector’s Edition Guide – Amazon (save $10)
The Art of Fire Emblem: Awakening – Amazon (save $14)
Other
HORI Pokken Tournament Pro Pad Limited Edition Controller – Amazon
Canada
Wii U
Pokken Tournament
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2
Terraria
Star Fox Zero
Mighty No. 9
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens
3DS
Hyrule Warriors Legends
Langrisser Re: Incarnation -TENSEI- – Nintendo 3DS
SEGA 3D Classics Collection
Monster Hunter Generations (new)
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice
Metroid Prime: Federation Force
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
amiibo
Ryu (new)
Famicom R.O.B. (new)
Rover (new)
Kapp’n (new)
Digby (new)
Animal Crossing amiibo Cards – Series 3 (new)
Books
The Art of Fire Emblem: Awakening
UK
Wii U
Pokken Tournament
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2
Star Fox Zero
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Mighty No. 9
3DS
Stella Glow
Hyrule Warriors Legends
Mario and Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Langrisser: Reincarnation Tensei
Yo-kai Watch
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Systems
amiibo
Ryu
Timmy & Tommy
Animal Crossing amiibo Cards – Series 3
Animal Crossing amiibo Cards Collectors Album – Series 3
Books