Wii U

Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in GameCube, News, Rumors, Wii U | 1 Comment

Recently there has been quite a bit of rumors about the possibility of the discontinuation of the Gamecube controller adapter for the Wii U.

Now we have some clarification from Nintendo of Europe about stock levels and what they are doing to address the issues.

In an article from Nintendolife, Nintendo of Europe commented:

We would like to reassure you that GameCube Controller Adapter for Wii U has not been discontinued by Nintendo of Europe and we are doing everything we possibly can to meet the demand which is currently outstripping supply.
We are unable to comment specifically on individual retailer stock levels and as such we ask customers to contact their local retailers directly regarding their availability of this product. We would however like to reassure you that we are working hard to ensure that additional stock can be made available and delivered to retailers.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos, Wii U | 13 Comments

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 1 Comment

Yet another blog update has landed on PlatinumGames’ official blog. This time around, we get to hear about some of the game’s lesser known facts.

Check out a few excerpts below:

So, we all know that the Chain Chomp is a weapon, but did you know you can also use him to sniff out treasure? Sometimes, Chomp might start barking and tugging on his chain as you’re proceeding through the map. This means there’s a treasure nearby and he’s trying to get it. If you feel like you might be missing some of the game’s treasure chests, try him out for a bit.

After you’ve started the Climax, try pressing the L button again. You’ll exit your Umbran Climax and preserve the rest of your magic gauge. You won’t be able to enter Umbran Climax until you build you gauge up to full again, but at least you won’t have to expend any gauge without actually using it.

Some of you may already know, but we here at PlatinumGames have a continued tradition of hiding beetles in our games. I haven’t heard of anyone finding it in Bayonetta 2, but it’s there! Get to looking.

Head on over to the PlatinumGames website for the full post.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in GameCube, News, Wii U | 4 Comments

Update: All gone!

GameStop currently has the GameCube Controller Adapter for Wii U in stock, though it won’t ship until next week. Orders will be sent out on December 15. Hopefully this is a sign that the adapter is becoming more readily available!

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 6 Comments

Xenoblade Chronicles X director Tetsuya Takahashi returned to the game’s Japanese Twitter account today and introduced another two designers.

First up is Yasushi Suzuki, who is leading the way on enemy mechs:

“Returning to the original subject, today I’ll present Mr. Yasushi Suzuki. His skills are top-notch, be it for character, mecha or landscapes design. I’d meant to work with him one day and this wish has finally come true with this project.”

“For this project, he’s mainly in charge of enemy mechs. The huge mech that appears in the last cut of the previously released [promotional video] (E3 2013) was also designed by him!”

For those wondering, Yasushi Suzuki worked as character and effects designer on Sin & Punishment for the N64, and as art director on Sin & Punishment: Star Successor.

The second designer introduced is Raita Kazama. Here’s what Takahashi said about him:

“Next up is Mr. Raita Kazama. I believe some people already know him, as he’s also drawn beautiful images for the previous Xenoblade.”

“For this project, I’ve mainly asked him to design the alien NPCs and the primitive lifeforms inhabiting the planet. Despite being an illustrator with a delicate touch, he himself is the macho bodybuilder type, lol.”

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 16 Comments

IGN has published a short interview with Koji Kondo, who is heavily involved with the music-side of Mario Maker. Check out his comments below.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images, Wii U | 0 comments

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America and released December 8, 2014, Mario stopped by a Best Buy to bring holiday shoppers a preview of some of his favorite games on December 7, 2014 in Culver City, California. Nintendo of America is partnering with Best Buy locations nationwide to give players the opportunity to try select Nintendo games before they buy them, including Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and Pokémon Art Academy. (Photo by Nintendo/Bob Riha, Jr.)

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America and released December 8, 2014, Noah (L), Jonah and Emma of the popular YouTube channel KittiesMama wave to fans waiting in line to play some of Nintendo’s hottest video games at a Best Buy in Culver City, California, on December 7, 2014. Nintendo of America is partnering with Best Buy locations nationwide to showcase must-have holiday games such as Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and Pokémon Art Academy. (Photo by Nintendo/Bob Riha, Jr.)

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America and released December 8, 2014, kids play some of Nintendo’s hottest video games on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS at a Best Buy on December 7, 2014 in Culver City, California. Nintendo of America is partnering with Best Buy locations nationwide to showcase must-have holiday games such as Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and Pokémon Art Academy. (Photo by Nintendo/Bob Riha, Jr.)

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In this photo provided by Nintendo of America and released December 8, 2014, Mario, Noah (L), Emma and Jonah of the popular YouTube channel KittiesMama took photos and signed autographs for fans as they stood in line to play some of Nintendo’s hottest video games at a Best Buy in Culver City, California, on December 7, 2014. Nintendo of America is partnering with Best Buy locations nationwide to showcase must-have holiday games such as Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker and Pokémon Art Academy. (Photo by Nintendo/Bob Riha, Jr.)

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Screenshots, Wii U | 0 comments

Today’s Splatoon image provides a look at one of the weapons in the game. Check out the art piece above, and some information below.

We received a sketch from one of our researchers.
A giant weapon, created by the Octopus Army Corps, awaits you deep inside their underground base. It appears to use the Battery Catfish as its power source. In order to rescue the poor thing[s] from this fate, you have no choice but to take down the weapon while withstanding its powerful attacks.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments

This week’s Wii U and 3DS specific sales are as follows:

Wii U

1. Super Smash Bros. – Nintendo

2. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo

3. New Super Mario Bros. U – Nintendo

4. Nintendoland – Nintendo

5. Just Dance 2015 – Ubisoft

6. Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham – Traveller’s Tales

7. New Super Luigi U – Nintendo

8. Disney Infinity 2.0 – Avalanche Software

9. Skylanders Trap Team – Beenox

10. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo

3DS

1. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo

2. Pokemon Alpha Saphire – Nintendo

3. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo

4. Super Smash Bros. – Nintendo

5. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo

6. Frozen: Olaf’s Quest – 1st Playable

7. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo

8. Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham – Traveller’s Tales

9. Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask – Level 5

10. Super Mario 3D Land – Nintendo

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Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 2 Comments

This weeks’s UK software sales are as follows:

Individual Formats

All Formats

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