HORI releasing Link and Toad Mario Kart 8 wheels
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii, Wii U | 0 comments
HORI is bringing out two new Mario Kart 8 racing wheels in just a few weeks. Over on Amazon, Link
and Toad
wheels are listed for release on July 6. Pricing is set at $14.99 and $11.99 respectively.
Both accessories are officially licensed by Nintendo and act as attachments for the Wii Remote. They come equipped with a trigger button on the underside of the attachment to make the B button easily accessible. Additionally, they are optimized/designed for use with Mario Kart 8.
A few photos of the Link and Toad Mario Kart 8 wheels can be found in the gallery below.
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Media Create software sales (6/15 – 6/21) – Top 50
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 4 Comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./01. [3DS] Rhythm Heaven: The Best+
02./00. [3DS] Return to PoPoLoCrois: A Story of Seasons Fairytale
03./03. [WIU] Splatoon
04./00. [PS4] Devil May Cry 4: Special Edition
05./02. [3DS] Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden
06./06. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition
07./05. [WIU] Mario Kart 8 #
08./07. [PS4] The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
09./04. [PSV] The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky Evolution #
10./13. [3DS] Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire
11./10. [3DS] Style Savvy 3: Kira Kira Code
12./11. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition
13./09. [PSV] Shiren the Wanderer 5 Plus: Fortune Tower and the Dice of Fate
14./17. [3DS] Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
15./18. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf #
16./16. [3DS] Hatsune Miku: Project Mirai Deluxe
17./25. [WIU] Super Smash Bros. for Wii U #
18./08. [PS4] Alien: Isolation
19./21. [PS3] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2015 [1/1][Konami the Best]
20./20. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch 2: Shin Uchi
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Miyamoto talks more about why Wii U struggled, taking a step back with NX, Nintendo focusing on excitement
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch, Wii U | 104 Comments
Shigeru Miyamoto previously discussed why the Wii U struggles in an interview with NPR. Speaking with Fortune, he once again touched on this topic and pointed to the fact that “people never really understood the concept behind Wii U and what we were trying to do.”
He said:
“I feel like people never really understood the concept behind Wii U and what we were trying to do. I think the assumption is we were trying to create a game machine and a tablet and really what we were trying to do was create a game system that gave you tablet-like functionality for controlling that system and give you two screens that would allow different people in the living room to play in different ways. Unfortunately, because tablets, at the time, were adding more and more functionality and becoming more and more prominent, this system and this approach didn’t mesh well with the period in which we released it.”
Miyamoto also shared some regret about how the console won’t live up to its potential, in which he stated: “I still feel it was a very novel approach—and a very interesting idea.”
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Splatoon – Japan’s second Splatfest set for next weekend
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 2 Comments
In North America and Europe, the first Splatfest for Splatoon will be taking place on July 4. A Splatfest is planned for Japan on this day as well, but it will be their second.
Japan’s new Splatfest is once again focused on food, and promotes the Maruchan brand of instant noodles. The Red Fox (udon) will be pitted against the Green Tanuki (soba).
The second Japanese Splatfest will be held between 3 PM on July 3 through 3 PM on July 4.
Custom Dual Squelcher, Carbon Roller weapons out now for Splatoon
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 0 comments
Another two weapons are now live in Splatoon. Nintendo has given players access to the Custom Dual Squelcher as well as the Carbon Roller.
Here’s an overview of both weapons from Nintendo:
Custom Dual Squelcher
It’s got range, rapid fire, and Squid Beakons to give your squid buds a place to Super Jump to. And with the Killer Wail special you can zone your enemies for days!
Carbon Roller
This lightweight roller excels in the mobility department. It’s fling attack doesn’t toss a ton of ink, but it’s coupled with Burst Bombs for ranged splattage. Throw an Inkzooka in the mix and it’s on like Crusty Sean!
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Nintendo of America keeps quiet about Devil’s Third at E3
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 24 Comments
Update: I’m not too sure that this is really an indication of anything, but the game has apparently been pulled from the “future releases” section of the Wii U eShop. Make of that what you will!
Devil’s Third was recently dated for August in both Japan and Europe. In North America, however, Nintendo has been keeping quiet. That continued into E3 2015, where Nintendo of America’s senior director of corporate communications Charlie Scibetta had nothing to say about it.
When asked about the status of Devil’s Third last week, Scibetta only noted: “I don’t have anything for you on Devil’s Third. Sorry.”
No one seems to have a clear idea about what’s going on with Devil’s Third in North America. Let’s just hope that we hear something soon.
Activision planning The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure for Wii U/3DS
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 5 Comments
The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure, a new game that ties into the upcoming film, will be released on Wii U and 3DS. Activision has plans to publish the title later this year.
The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure is a platformer that sees Snoopy fighting against the Red Baron while Charlie Brown tries to win the affection of his neighbor.
Activision should be making an official announcement about The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure in the near future.
Video: Comparing Ryu’s moveset in Smash Bros. to Street Fighter games
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
A new YouTube video from “Master0fHyrule” compares the moveset of Ryu in Super Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS to the Street Fighter games, the character’s original home. Check it out below.
Splatoon version 1.3.0 releasing next week
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 24 Comments
Update: Bumped to the top. Nintendo’s official patch notes have been added in.
A new update for Splatoon is releasing next week, Nintendo has announced. The game will be brought up to version 1.3.0.
Splatoon’s latest update makes improvements and changes to the Splatfest, weapons, and gear. The full breakdown is posted below.
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European Yoshi’s Woolly World amiibo bundle unboxing
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