Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

AckkStudios has gone live with a brand new trailer for its upcoming RPG YIIK. Get a look at the new video below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 7 Comments

In Europe, Mario Party 2 and Mario Party DS are due out on the European Wii U Virtual Console tomorrow. Nintendo’s website confirms that North America will be getting one of these games this week.

As of tomorrow, Mario Party DS will be available on the North American eShop. It’ll be priced at $9.99.

Here’s a brief overview:

“Mario and his friends have been shrunk down by Bowser, and they’re ready to foil his latest scheme! Play as one of eight characters in four game modes, five themed game boards, and over 70 minigames. Take turns moving around the board to reach first place, or get immersed in constant minigame action!”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, DSiWare, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

All of Nintendo’s digital shops will be down for maintenance on Monday. This will affect the Wii U and 3DS eShops, DSi Shop, and Wii Shopping Channel.

Maintenance will take place at the following times:

– 1 PM PT (Monday) – 7 PM PT (Monday)
– 4 PM ET (Monday) – 10 PM ET (Monday)
– 9 AM in the UK (Monday) – 3 AM in the UK (Tuesday)
– 10 AM in Europe (Monday) – 4 AM in Europe (Tuesday)

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 6 Comments

After an incredibly long wait, Pinball Arcade is finally coming to the North American Wii U eShop this week. You’ll be able to download it for free (spend money on tables) starting on Thursday.

The official game page on Nintendo’s website says that regular updates are planned, which will add the likes of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Twilight Zone, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Monster Bash, Medieval Madness, Funhouse, Attack from Mars, Circus Voltaire, and Big Shot. Pinball Arcade will also feature online tournaments and more modes “to challenge yourself and compete against your friends.”

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RCMADIAX is continuing development on Wii U games. The indie developer has announced several titles as of late, and one more has now been added to the mix: Invanoid.

Invanoid is described as an “invaders/brick blaster combo” that “combines fun animations with endless high score gameplay.” It’s targeted for launch in June.

Source: RCMADIAX PR

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Several new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on April 27. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:

Wii U Virtual Console

Sin and Punishment (N64, 1,028 yen)
Mario Party DS (DS, 950 yen)

3DS Download

Picross e7 – 500 yen
Densha Unten Shirei! Tokaido-hen – 800 yen

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Nintendo released official videos for Final Fantasy V Advance, Advance Wars: Dual Strike, and Ai Cho Aniki on the Japanese Wii U Virtual Console. Watch them below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Videos, Wii U eShop | 6 Comments

Nintendo has put up a new video to show off several games heading to the Wii U and 3DS eShops starting this spring (along with a few retail titles like Monster Hunter Generations and Corpse Party). Tumblestone and Axiom Verge are the focus, but a sizzle reel at the end shows off a bunch of additional titles.

Here’s the full video, which is hosted by Nintendo’s Damon Baker:

I believe there are a couple of new things here. First, Tumblestone is coming to New 3DS in addition to Wii U. There are also some details about how Axiom Verge will use the GamePad. Oh, and EctoPlaza is coming to Wii U.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments

Dreamals arrived on the European Wii U eShop last month. In North America, the digital title will be available later this week. Nintendo’s website has it listed for release on April 21 – this Thursday.

Here’s an overview:

Having been summoned to a dream world, the three animals embark on an adventure to go back to their world.

Each animal can move only in one direction. Combine them wisely to find a path to the key.

Features

• New Puzzle: Combine animals that can move only in set directions to solve the puzzle.
• Various Gimmick Tiles: Use over 20 different types of gimmick tiles to solve the puzzles.
• Various Stages: Enjoy playing all 80 stages with 4 different themes.

Dreamals will be priced at $4.99.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments

Along with Mario Party DS, Mario Party 2 is also coming to the European Wii U Virtual Console this week. We have the trailer below.

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