– “deep discussions with Nintendo” for trying to skip friend codes. They want to seamlessly include circuit sharing because D/L is almost instant, and anyone should try other’s creations, so they don’t want any barriers. They’ll probably use SD storage as well.
– they want as many online players as possible. Starting with 8, but aiming at 16, more or less.
– 200 tracks included are made with in-game Wii editor, exactly like PC one.
– All Mario Kart control configs + NES-like, using D pad.
– gamescom build is from last Friday (14th). It’s smooth and fast, and already has loads of tracks. Q1 2010 is still the date and keeping 60 fps, the goal.
– snow, coast, rally, stadium, iron and island environments will be there.
– not on PS360 because not being realistic simulator could be underrated. Also because of Wii audience, controls and input for editor
– single / track editor / multiplayer menu and the shop. Race, platform and puzzle are back for single player, aside from “my tracks”.
New FFCC: The Crystal Bearers footage
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Upcoming Japanese Namco Bandai VC Arcade releases
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* Ordyne
* Galagga
* Galaxian
* Grobda
* Tank Force
* Dig Dug
* Dig Dug II
* Toy Pop
* Namco Quester
* New Rally X
* Bakutotsu Kijutei
* Baraduke
* Face Off
* Bravoman
* Bosconian
* Marchen Maze
* Libble Rabble
* Rolling Thunder 2
* Rompers
* Valkyrie no Densetsu
WiiSpeak support not ruled out from North America Monster Hunter 3 release
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“We love the idea of voice chat (Wii Speak) and we know that it is a minimum for western players.” – Monster Hunter 3 Tri producer Tsujimoto Ryozo
I’d really love to see WiiSpeak support in the North American version of Monster Hunter 3. Obviously, the peripheral can make communicating with friends much easier. Besides, developers should begin to include the option to use WiiSpeak more often, especially when it can greatly enhance gameplay.
Thanks to Captain N for the news tip!
Media Create hardware sales (8/10 – 8/16)
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Media Create has published the latest hardware sales figures from Japan. The results are below.
DSi – 87,936
Wii – 47,732
PSP – 39,882
Xbox 360 – 9,162
DS Lite – 7,921
PS3 – 5,944
PS2 – 4,907
For comparison’s sake, here are the numbers from the week of July 20th (last week).
DSi – 70,066
Wii – 47,140
PSP – 33,893
DS Lite – 8,699
PS3 – 5,826
Xbox 360 – 5,436
PS2 – 4,601
Nintendo Download (Europe/Australia) – 8/20
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DSiWare
Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Minis March Again! – 800 Points
Pop Plus: Solo – 500 Points
WiiWare
Arkanoid Plus! – 800 Points
Bit.Trip Core – 600 Points
VC
Pilotwings – 800 Points
Mario & Sonic Olympic Winter Games GC 09: trailer
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Nintendo of America reaches an agreement with Mad Catz for Wii/DS/DSi accessories
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Mad Catz Signs an Accessory Licensing Agreement with Nintendo of America Inc. for Rights to Develop and License Videogame Accessories for the WiiTM, Nintendo DSTM and Nintendo DSiTM
SAN DIEGO – Mad Catz Interactive, Inc. (AMEX/TSX: MCZ), a leading third-party interactive entertainment accessory provider, announced today that it has secured an accessory license from Nintendo of America Inc., a leading developer and publisher of videogames and videogame consoles and handheld devices, to produce licensed videogame accessories utilizing select Nintendo intellectual property.
Pursuant to the terms of the agreement, Mad Catz has obtained non-exclusive rights to develop and market a range of accessories for the Wii, Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi systems. Territories covered in the agreement include select countries within North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the Middle East. The agreement includes the select use of Nintendo’s intellectual property such as the popular Nintendo characters Donkey Kong™, Zelda™, Link™, Mario™, Luigi™, Wario™, Yoshi™, Bowser™, Toad™, Princess Peach™ and Samus™.
Bethesda’s Wii game has already been revealed
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Back in May, Bethesda Europe managing director Sean Brennan teased that the company would be making a “really big” mature Wii announcement this year. But we actually already know what that title is. A few weeks ago, Bethesda Europe revealed Wheelspin. And even though the game may be of high quality, I’m a bit disappointed to say that Wheelspin is Bethesda’s big surprise for Wii.
“[Sean] was referring to the Wheelspin Wii game Bethesda is publishing in Europe (only) and that is being shown in our booth at GamesCom this week.” – Bethesda VP Pete Hines
