Famitsu software sales (8/1 – 8/7)
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1. [PSP] J-League Pro Soccer Club o Tsukurou! 7 Euro Plus
2. [DS] Kirby Mass Attack
3. [Wii] Rhythm Heaven Wii
4. [PSP] Toriko: Gourmet Survival
5. [DS] All Kamen Rider: Rider Generation
6. [Wii] Epic Mickey
7. [Wii] Family Fishing
8. [Wii] Wii Sports Resort
9. [PSP] Taiko no Tatsujin Portable DX
10. [PSP] Storm Lover: Summer Love!!
Reggie: We’ll be watching Xenoblade Chronicles closely in Europe
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There’s still a small glimmer of hope that Xenoblade Chronicles will be released in North America. Reggie Fils-Aime commented directly on the possibility of localization, explaining that they’ll be looking to see how the title performs in Europe.
Fils-Aime said:
“We will be watching very closely what happens in Europe. Certainly if there are business opportunities and positive consumer uptake from some of those titles, that will be great data for us to consider as we look at what to do with these titles.”
If you ask me, that’s kind of unfair. Reggie seems to hint that Xenoblade Chronicles could be brought over if the game sells well in Europe, but I don’t see why Nintendo of America should base any decision on that alone. There have quite a few titles that have sold better in the Americas in Europe. Heck, that response could just be a means to quiet the fans for now…
Why do I get the feeling that this doesn’t change anything and that we’ll never see the game in the states?
Wedbush/EEDAR July 2011 NPD predictions
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Wedbush / EEDAR July sales estimates (change year-on-year):
360 – 350,000 (-21%) / 401,000 (-10%)
DS – 315,000 (-21%) / 310,000 (-22%)
Wii – 230,000 (-9%) / 225,000 (-11%)
PS3 – 220,000 (+3%) / 229,000 (+7%)
3DS – 110,000 (n/a) / 100,000 (n/a)
PSP – 90,000 (+7%) / 80,000 (-5%)
PS2 – 10,000 (-59%) / n/a
Total – 1,325,000 (-7%) / 1,345,000 (-5%)
Xenoblade Chronicles Channel launches on YouTube
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9th August 2011 – Discover Xenoblade Chronicles for Wii ahead of its release on the 19th of August with the help of a series of all-new “Let’s Play: Xenoblade Chronicles” gameplay videos starting today at 11am CET, only on the Xenoblade Chronicles YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/XenobladeWii.
The series of seven in-depth gameplay videos that will be released over the coming weeks will give you a detailed look at the vast worlds of Bionis and Mechonis, the scene of a war that knows no end between the Mechon (a race of machines) and the Homs (humans).
Best-selling games in Japan for July
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01. [Wii] Rhythm Heaven Wii – 214,106 / NEW
02. [PSP] Taiko no Tatsujin Portable DX – 177,125 / NEW
03. [PS3] Jikkyou Powerful Pro Yakyuu 2011 – 172,003 / NEW
04. [Wii] Inazuma Eleven Wii – 128,478 / NEW
05. [PSP] Jikkyou Powerful Pro Yakyuu 2011 – 118,397 / NEW
06. [PSP] Sengoku Basara: Chronicle Heroes – 100,224 / NEW
07. [3DS] Tales of the Abyss 3DS – 87,825 / NEW
08. [PS3] Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition – 77,475 / NEW
09. [Wii] Wii Sports Resort – 74,877 / 2,392,741
10. [PSP] Queen’s Gate: Spiral Chaos – 72,903 / NEW
Take-Two release schedule
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Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Korea DLC (PC) – August 11, 2011
Sid Meier’s Civilization V: Wonders of the Ancient World DLC (PC) – August 11, 2011
Nicktoons MLB (Kinect, Wii, DS) – September 13, 2011
Duke Nukem Forever: Hail to the Icons Paradoy Pack DLC (360, PS3, PC) – Fall 2011
L.A. Noire (PC) – Fall 2011
Red Dead Redemption: Myths and Mavericks DLC (360, PS3) – Fall 2011
NBA 2K112 (360, PS3, PS2, PSP, Wii, PC) – October 4, 2011
Let’s Cheer! (Kinect) – Holiday 2011
Nickelodean Dance (Kinect, Wii) – November 2011
Dora and Kai-Lan’s Pet Shelter (DS) – November 2011
Team UmiZoomi (DS) – November 2011
The Darkness II (360, PS3, PC) – February 7, 2012
XCOM (360, PS3, PC) – March 6, 2012
BioShock Infinite (360, PS3, PC) – Calender Year 2012
Spec Ops: The Line (360, PS3, PC) – Fiscal Half Fiscal ’13
Borderlands 2 (360, PS3, PC) – Fiscal Year 2013
Rumor: More “Nintendo Selects” to be readied this month
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Kotaku is reporting that four more titles will soon be joining the “Nintendo Selects” budget line. The site, citing “retail sources”, claims that Super Paper Mario, Mario Strikers Charged, Punch-Out!! and Super Mario Galaxy will be added to the program later this month. Assuming this is true, the titles will see a new price of $19.99.
FIFA 12 fact sheet brings details
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EA has been quiet about FIFA 12 on Wii… but it is on the way! The company shared the following fact sheet that provides some details…
Product Description
Hit the pitch or the street with your favourite footballers, earn awards and build your very own FIFA City in EA SPORTS FIFA 12, designed exclusively for the Wii™. Compete for awards throughout every game mode and unlock the most coveted players to create your dream club of superstars to compete for your city against teams from neighbouring cities.Score a goal from a Bicycle Kick, net a Keeper Goal, make that Superstar Transfer by signing an 85+ rated player in Manager Mode, or take on over 100 other challenges throughout every game mode. Unlock players, powerups and kits, earn buildings and infrastructure, develop a passionate following of fans, and ultimately grow your city to compete for the Intercity Cup. Defeat neighboring cities in exclusive streets and stadium tournaments to claim the coveted Intercity Cup.
Game Arts comments on The Magic Obelisk disppearance
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“Thank you for contacting us in regard to The Magic Obelisk. Unfortunately, the product you inquired about is no longer available at the Wii Shop Channel, and we are very sorry for the inconvenience. We appreciate your interest in our product, and we hope our upcoming products will bring you enjoyment and satisfaction.”
Well, at least this confirms that the game is indeed completely gone from the shop. It also probably means that it won’t be reappearing on the service anytime soon…