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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii | 0 comments

Nintendo will be making a statement to IGN in the very near future about the campaign that has been began just a few days ago in hopes of bringing a few Japanese titles to North America. It’s not a matter of if, but when. Their remarks should be coming in the very, very near future.

At this point, I don’t see how Nintendo can dodge the question about these missing Wii games. There has never been a campaign like this before and the Big N is definitely aware of what’s going on.

While you wait for their statement, you can check out a bit of perspective from IGN’s Nintendo executive editor. Note that a few hours before the day ended on Monday.

Just thought I’d jump on here with an update – you’re not going to get a comment today, obviously. It’s the end of the business day and has been for a couple hours now. I’m about to head out in a few myself.

However…

Nintendo assures me a statement is coming. They generally don’t keep quiet like this unless they’re mulling over what to say or are approving through Japan. If they really don’t want to say anything, they’ll kick it aside pretty fast. Sometimes, however, they will take a day or two only to come back with something that really isn’t significant. (Sometimes they’ll do that for a simple ‘no comment’ though that’s a little rare.) It could be that they want to say something but Japan disagrees. It could be they’re debating exact wording. They’ve seen your passion though, so don’t discount that. I have to say this whole thing has been pretty remarkable. Even if nothing comes of it, the folks involved with Operation Rainfall have managed a pretty cool (and calm) feat here. It’s admirable to say the least.

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Gamers in Europe have known for a few months now that they’d be able to play Xenoblade sometime this year. While North American fans wonder if they’ll ever have a chance to purchase the game, today NoE has revealed not only the title’s release date, but also a special Classic Controller to accompany the RPG’s release.

First, Xenoblade Chronicles launches in Europe, South Africa, Russia, New Zealand, and Australia on September 2. There were a few speculated dates including one rumor that pinned the game for an August release, though that was incorrect. European Wii owners can get their hands on the title in just a couple of months.

Nintendo of Europe has also shown the Classic Controller for the first time. Yes, it’s red!

Finally, those who pre-order Xenoblade can receive one of three posters that includes an electronic autograph of Tetsuya Takahashi (executive director and scenario writer). It sounds like this offer might be restricted to certain countries. We’ll update you with any pre-order bonus information we come across down the road.

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Unsurprisingly, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword will place a big focus on a musical instrument. Ocarina of Time and Majora’s Mask featured an ocarina, Wind Waker sported a conductor’s baton, and Twilight Princess had… grass.

While Skyward Sword’s instrument is a secret for now, some fans believe Link will play a lyre based on some snippet of footage captured for the game’s GDC trailer. Mahito Yokota is keeping everything a secret for now, though he did elaborate a bit on the Skyward Sword’s music in the latest Iwata Asks.

Iwata: May I also ask about the sound of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the Wii console?

Yokota: (happily) Ooh, can we talk about that, too?!

Iwata: Today, we’re talking about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D, but it’s also the twenty-fifth anniversary of The Legend of Zelda.

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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, Videos, Wii | 0 comments

On this week’s episode: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D Launch Event, friend code talk, Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident and Inchworm Animation.

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This information comes from IGN’s Rich George on Twitter…

“Might have been a bit optimistic in hearing statement from Nintendo today. Should still happen but… it’s getting late. Patience! …@Chadboban If I don’t get it in the next hour or so, I’m thinking it doesn’t arrive until tomorrow or even Wednesday. Eh just give it time. Maybe tomorrow, maybe Wednesday. Shows they’re giving it thought though, which is good.”

I really don’t understand what’s happening with this situation. Is Nintendo of America just providing a simple statement to IGN? I doubt that IGN would even be able to obtain an exclusive announcement about any of these games, but still… argh! If only Nintendo would ease our minds by at least confirming Xenoblade!

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We started to see some of Zelda’s personality in Skyward Sword during this year’s E3. This time around, she’s more of a childhood friend rather than a damsel in distress.

Shigeru Miyamoto seems to be liking the direction the development team is taking Zelda. In the latest Iwata Asks, Miyamoto expressed his belief that she’s “pretty good”. Unfortunately, that’s all he was willing to say!

Miyamoto: Yeah. By the way, Princess Zelda in the next one is pretty good! (laughs)

Iwata: You mean in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword?

Miyamoto: Yes.

Iwata: I’ll be sure to ask about that when the time comes.

Miyamoto: Yes, absolutely!

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Posted on 13 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii | 0 comments

Update: Swapped out the old video with new footage, which should fix the issue of it freezing at the beginning…

Of course, this is the European/UK version of Xenoblade Chronicles. But it would be fantastic if North America somehow gets this game as well…

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Last night, Nintendo of America finally responded to the large amount of feedback they’ve been receiving about the lack of Xenoblade, The Last Story, and Pandora’s Tower news in America. But, admittedly, it was a bit dull. They only told fans to “Look for more updates to come soon”.

That update appears to be coming sooner than originally thought. IGN’s executive Nintendo editor Rich George has revealed on his Twitter account that a more proper response will be provided on their website sometime today:

“Nintendo will have a comment on @OpRainfall ‘Missing Wii games’ movement later today. Stay tuned to @IGN and well have it for you. #myign”

George followed up that remark by saying “Have modest expectations. Don’t start thinking ‘MEGATON!'” and “I think the movement has generated so much publicity that it’s tough not to say something one way or the other.”

Honestly, I have no idea whether this means we’ll be seeing any of these games confirmed for North America. Xenoblade is the most probable candidate to be announced – again, that’s if there even if an announcement – though The Last Story and moreso Pandora’s Tower will likely be staying in Japan for now. Technically, neither title has even been announced for Europe.

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Kirby’s Dream Land (Game Boy) – €4

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A Fairy Tale – €2
Successfully Learning German – Year 3 – €5

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Successfully Learning German – Year 3 – 500 Points

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