Mario Kart 8 director on the game’s YouTube upload feature
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
Kosuke Yabuki has discussed Mario Kart 8’s usage of integrated YouTube support.
EDGE, speaking with the game’s director, asked what made the team decide to support sharing videos in this way, as it’s different to what we’ve seen from Nintendo in the past.
Yabuki told the magazine:
When we were preparing the automatic highlight reel feature, we wanted users to share these videos with others, not just watch them by themselves. For example, after uploading a reel to YouTube, you can re-watch the highlights of your online battle the next day in your office, or at school or even on your smartphone. It will definitely encourage people to keep playing, and may be a great way to invite others to join you for a game.
For those unaware, Mario Kart 8 allows players to watch and share highlights from their races. In addition to YouTube, videos can be shared on Miiverse.
Thanks to joclo for the tip.
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GungHo working on a Wii U RPG?
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Wii U | 1 Comment
Could GungHo Online Entertainment be making a game for Wii U? An official E3 page that lets users search for product categories lists the Puzzle & Dragons Z creator under the Wii U/RPG category. This seems like an interesting find, though I’d take it with a grain of salt given the possibility of an inaccurate listing.
Philips asking for damages and Wii U sales ban over patent infringements
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 34 Comments
Philips has filed a suit against Nintendo in relation to two patents.
In the case of the first one, Philips believes that Nintendo has potentially infringed upon it deliberately. Philips claims Nintendo is aware of the patent, but has not been willing to take a license and continued violating it. This patent mentions that the technology can be used in conjunction with games.
We’re also hearing that the second patent mentions a wireless device that can be controlled via a secondary device through motion input.
Philips is ultimately seeking damages and a Wii U sales ban.
Here’s an excerpt from Philips’ filing:
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GameStop ad (5/14 – 5/20)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Images, Wii U | 0 comments
This week’s GameStop ad has gone live. You can find it in full below:
Video: A look at Mario Kart 8’s hidden details and Easter eggs
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Media Create software sales (5/5 – 5/11)
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [3DS] Youkai Watch – 58,906 / 919,730
2. [3DS] Mario Golf: World Tour – 26,882 / 76,771
3. [3DS] Mario Party: Island Tour – 20,065 / 363,136
4. [PSV] Sword Art Online: Hollow Fragment – 15,972 / 193,513
5. [3DS] Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call – 10,525 / 115,956
6. [3DS] Kirby Triple Deluxe – 10,056 / 580,005
7. [3DS] Pokemon X/Y – 8,771 / 4,057,914
8. [3DS] Style Savvy: Trendsetters (new version) – 7,039 / 32,988
9. [3DS] Fossil Fighters: Infinite Gear – 6,002 / 155,704
10. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – 4,965 / 3,731,660
11. [WIU] Super Mario 3D World – 4,903 / 542,177
12. [WIU] NES Remix 1+2 – 4,836 / 24,130
13. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 – 4,776 / 3,273,739
14. [PS3] Metal Gear Solid: Ground Zeroes – 4,746 / 216,208
15. [3DS] Mario Kart 7 – 4,657 / 2,315,232
16. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons Z – 4,585 / 1,452,120
17. [WIU] Just Dance Wii U – 3,892 / 43,072
18. [3DS] Attack on Titan: The Last Wingso f Mankind – 3,757 / 292,337
19. [3DS] Crayon Shin Chan: Arashi wo Yobu Kasukabe Eiga Stars! – 3,681 / 34,902
20. [PS3] GTA V – 3,507 / 772,773
More: charts, Japan, Media Create, sales, top
Media Create hardware sales (5/5 – 5/11)
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 6 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
3DS LL – 28,414
Vita – 17,143
PS4 – 8,480
PS3 – 7,684
Wii U – 7,613
3DS – 7,529
PSP – 2,022
Vita TV – 1,351
Xbox 360 – 233
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
3DS LL – 31,979
Vita – 23,030
PS4 – 11,486
PS3 – 9,252
Wii U – 8,079
3DS – 7,644
PSP – 2,321
Vita TV – 1,687
Xbox 360 – 278
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Super Smash Bros. for Wii U screenshot (5/14/14)
Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in Screenshots, Wii U | 7 Comments
Trophy talk today! Sakurai shows a little bit of Pikmin love:
Here’s one of my personal favorites, the trophy of Brittany from Pikmin 3. She won’t be joining the battle, but her model and expression is well-designed.
SEGA on Sonic Boom’s recent silence, more news on the way – including a surprise and 3DS assets
Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 6 Comments
SEGA’s Stephen Frost recently shared an update about Sonic Boom over on the Sonic Stadium forums, including why there hasn’t been much news about the game since its announcement.
Frost explained that the announcement’s timing took place when it did due to “key reasons”. There are also various partners involved since Sonic Boom involves more areas than just a video game (like the upcoming television show).
Starting at E3 next month, fans can expect regular updates about the Sonic Boom title. We’ll see new screenshots, a first look at the 3DS version, and even “a bit of a surprise”.
Head past the break for Frost’s full comments.
