Bayonetta 2 director Yusuke Hashimoto posted a blog update about the game on PlatinumGames’ official blog, covering the new trailer (60 FPS version included), title, and gameplay mechanics. You can find it below or at the link here.

Hi, this is the director for Bayonetta 2, Yusuke Hashimoto. Hope everyone has been well.
Did you enjoy seeing Bayonetta in the latest Nintendo Direct? You can check out the newest trailer here:

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Bayonetta 2 hitting Japan this summer

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Podcast Stories, Wii U | 2 Comments

Nintendo has narrowed down Bayonetta 2’s launch window for Japan. During today’s Nintendo Direct, a summer release was confirmed by the company.

The presentation also confirmed that Atsuko Tanaka will play the role of Bayonetta in the game. Tanaka will be providing voices for the character in Bayonetta: Bloody Fate.

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January 2014 NPD: Lifetime sales for Pokemon, Mario, Zelda; Wii U software sales up 26%,

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Podcast Stories, Wii U | 2 Comments

This month’s NPD report reveals updated lifetime sales figures for a trio of Nintendo titles in the US.

First up, Pokemon X/Y has sold more than 3.25 million copies since launch. Over 125,000 units were moved in January.

We’re also hearing that Super Mario 3D World’s lifetime sales have climbed to 655,000 copies while The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds sits at 715,000 units.

Game Informer also reports, “3DS and Wii U software sales were up 6 percent and 26 percent when normalized for a four-week month.”

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Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark leaked by Amazon

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 1 Comment

Listings on Amazon UK have leaked “Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark”, the next video game based on the classic franchise.

Sadly, Amazon doesn’t provide much in the way of details. The retailer does, however, offer up the following tidbit:

The next installment in the incredible Transformers gaming franchise, Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark is an exciting action game that is perfect for veteran fans and newcomers.

Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark will also feature some adventure aspects as well as “adrenaline-packed gameplay”.

Amazon’s listings indicate that Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark will be available for Wii U, 3DS, PS4, PS3, Xbox One, and Xbox 360.

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Japanese Mario Kart 8 teaser site open

Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 1 Comment

Nintendo has opened the Japanese teaser site for Mario Kart 8. Access it here. The site currently contains the game’s first few trailers and a bunch of screenshots.

Thanks to LetsPlayWiiU for the tip.

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Super Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS – Boxing Ring gets a logo change

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It looks like the Boxing Ring in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS has received an update. With Little Mac now confirmed as a playable character, the ring has changed the Smash Bros. logo to the WVBA (World Video Boxing Association) logo. If you’re not sure what we’re talking about here, check out the comparison above.

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