No plans for Japanese Hyrule Warriors Wii U bundle at present
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 5 Comments
Tecmo Koei and Nintendo are not currently planning a Wii U bundle for Hyrule Warriors in Japan, according to the game’s official Twitter account.
A bundle was ruled out for the time being when one fan asked about the possibility. Instead, the Twitter account advised fans to pick up an alternative bundle with the high-profile title Mario Kart 8 launching in just a matter of days. “Mario Kart 8 comes out next week, so please know it’s important to purchase a bundle early,” the Twitter account wrote.
Hyrule Warriors hits Japan on August 14.
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Video: Comparing Watch Dogs’ Chicago to the real city
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
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Nintendo not officially commenting on Super Smash Bros. for Wii U NFC rumor
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
Just a few days ago, rumors circulated of Super Smash Bros. for Wii U incorporating NFC functionality. This was based on a comment made by Nintendo France general director Stephan Bole, who seemed to confirm the news while speaking with French outlet Le Figaro (since removed from the interview by the way).
Unsurprisingly, Nintendo is keeping quiet about the situation. When asked to comment on the rumor, a company spokesperson from the UK told CVG:
“On 8th May 2014, Mr Iwata announced the decision for Nintendo to release character figurines with built-in NFC functionality that are compatible with video games starting from this year-end sales season. There has, however, not been any specific announcements regarding which software titles for Nintendo platforms will use this functionality. We have no other announcements to make at this time.”
Mario Kart 8 – Wario Stadium comparison (Wii U vs. DS)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
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Another Japanese Kamen Rider: Battride War II commercial
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Super Smash Bros. for Wii U screenshot (5/26/14)
Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in Screenshots, Wii U | 3 Comments
Today’s screenshot shares an interesting little tidbit about one of the mainstay Super Smash Bros. assets – the revival platforms. Sakurai explains the upgrade:
Here’s a look at the revival platforms. The color of the bottom mechanism changes from yellow to red to warn you how much time you have left before you drop into the fray.
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed producer wanted to include Ristar on the roster
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 4 Comments
Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed finally reached Japan very recently. With the game’s arrival, 4Gamer caught up with a couple of the game’s developers, including executive producer Steve Lycett.
One of Lycett’s more interesting comments came about when 4Gamer mentioned how choosing the characters must have been tough. Lycett said in response:
Selecting the characters really was difficult. Basically, one of the premises we wanted to represent in the game was a correct balance between old and new IPs from SEGA. From such a wide range of material, as well as a balance between male and female, animals, and robots, I chose not to be biased.
Lycett followed up by discussing what the criteria was in selecting characters. While talking about this, he revealed how he originally wanted to include Ristar on the roster, but things sadly didn’t work out.
Pre-order updates (5/25/14)
Posted on 10 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:
Wii U
Falling Skies: The Game – GameStop
Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2 – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Skylanders Trap Team – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop,
How to Train Your Dragon 2: The Video Game – Amazon
, GameStop
Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Watch Dogs – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Bayonetta 2 – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Super Smash Bros. – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Mario Kart 8 – Amazon
(back in stock), Best Buy, GameStop
Yarn Yoshi – Best Buy
3DS
Pokemon Omega Ruby (new) – Amazon
, Best Buy
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire (new) – Amazon
, Best Buy
Scooby Doo & Looney Tunes Cartoon Universe: Adventure – Best Buy, GameStop (new)
Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures 2 – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Curtain Call – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Skylanders Trap Team – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Cooking Mama 5: Bon Appetit! – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Tomodachi Life – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
One Piece: Unlimited World Red – Amazon
, GameStop
How to Train Your Dragon 2: The Video Game – Amazon
, GameStop
LEGO Ninjago Nindroids – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Farming Simulator ’14 – Amazon
Tenkai Knights: Brave Battle – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Super Smash Bros. – Amazon
, Best Buy, GameStop
Putty Squad – Amazon
, Best Buy
Thanks to Jake for the tip.
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Media Create software sales (5/12 – 5/18) – Top 50
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./00. [PS3] The Idolmaster: One for All #
02./00. [PSV] Genkai Totsuki Moero Chronicle #
03./01. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch
04./02. [3DS] Mario Golf: World Tour
05./03. [3DS] Mario Party: Island Tour
06./04. [PSV] Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment #
07./07. [3DS] Pokemon X / Y #
08./05. [3DS] Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call #
09./06. [3DS] Kirby Triple Deluxe
10./13. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 #
11./14. [PS3] Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes
12./15. [3DS] Mario Kart 7
13./08. [3DS] Style Savvy: Trendsetters – Tokimeki Up!
14./10. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf #
15./20. [PS3] Grand Theft Auto V
16./11. [WIU] Super Mario 3D World
17./16. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons Z
18./18. [3DS] Attack on Titan: The Last Wings of Mankind
19./00. [PS3] Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed
20./00. [PSV] God of War Collection
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Photos of Mario Kart 8 speeding onto Charlotte Motor Speedway for NASCAR
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Images, Wii U | 1 Comment
Photo 1:
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, NASCAR driver Matt Kenseth prepares to hit the Charlotte Motor Speedway racetrack in his GameStop car branded with Mario Kart 8 graphics for the History 300 in Charlotte, NC on May 24, 2014. Mario Kart 8, the newest installment in the fan-favorite video game series from Nintendo, launches exclusively for Wii U on May 30, 2014. (Photo by Nigel Kinrade)
Photo 2:
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, Mario and Luigi conduct one last inspection of the GameStop-sponsored Mario Kart 8 racing car driven by NASCAR driver Matt Kenseth at the History 300 race in Charlotte, NC on May 24, 2014. Launching exclusively for Wii U on May 30, 2014, Mario Kart 8 introduces anti-gravity driving and new power-ups like the Super Horn and Boomerang Flower. (Photo by Nigel Kinrade)
Photo 3:
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, fans gets hands-on time with Mario Kart 8 during an event during the History 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte, NC on May 24, 2014. Mario Kart 8, the newest installment in the fan-favorite video game series from Nintendo, launches exclusively for Wii U on May 30, 2014. (Photo by Nigel Kinrade)
Photo 4:
In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, fans wait in line to play Mario Kart 8 at a Nintendo and GameStop event at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Charlotte, NC on May 24, 2014. Mario Kart 8, the newest installment in the fan-favorite video game series from Nintendo, launches exclusively for Wii U on May 30, 2014. (Photo by Nigel Kinrade)
