Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments

It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart! Dragon Quest XI remains at the top, and a few other 3DS games are in the top ten.

Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between December 3 and December 9.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 3 Comments

Below are the latest titles that can be currently pre-ordered at retailers:

North America

Wii U

LEGO Marvel’s Avengers – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Terraria – Amazon, Best Buy , Terraria
Mighty No. 9 – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD with amiibo – Amazon (new), GameStop
Star Fox Zero – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Pokken Tournament (pre-order for Shadow Mewtwo amiibo card) – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Shin Megami Tensei x Fire Emblem – Best Buy
The Legend of Zelda – Amazon, Best Buy

3DS

Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Final Fantasy Explorers – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers – Amazon, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers , GameStop
Project X Zone 2 (pre-order for exclusive DLC pack) – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Mega Man Legacy Collection Collector’s Edition – Best Buy
Mega Man Legacy Collection – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Pokémon Blue Version [Digital Code] – Amazon
Pokémon Red Version [Digital Code] – Amazon
Pokémon Yellow Version [Digital Code] – Amazon
Hyrule Warriors Legends – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Return to PopoloCrois: A Story of Seasons Fairlytale – Amazon, Best Buy
Terraria – Amazon, Best Buy , GameStop
Langrisser Re: Incarnation – Tensei – – Amazon
Metroid Prime: Federation Force – Amazon
Bravely Second: End Layer – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Dragon Quest VII – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma – Amazon, Best Buy
Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice – Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop
Dragon Quest VIII – Amazon, Best Buy

Guides

Star Fox Zero Collector’s Edition Guide – Amazon (save $10)

Canada

Wii U

LEGO Marvel Avengers
Terraria
Mighty No. 9

3DS

Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam
LEGO Marvel Avengers
Final Fantasy Explorers
Project X Zone 2
Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright
Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest
Mega Man Legacy Collection (new)
Return to PopoloCrois: A Story of Seasons Fairytale
Hyrule Warriors Legends
Langrisser Re: Incarnation -TENSEI- – Nintendo 3DS
Sonic Boom: Fire & Ice
Metroid Prime: Federation Force
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma

UK

Wii U

LEGO Marvel’s Avengers
Mighty No. 9
The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD
Star Fox Zero

3DS

Story of Seasons
Pokemon Rumble World (new)
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers
Final Fantasy Explorers
The Legend of Legacy
Etrian Odyssey 2: Untold: The Fafnir Knight
Terraria
Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon
Stella Glow
Project X Zone 2
Terraria

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 15 Comments

Over the past few weeks, Nintendo has been asking Miiverse users to vote on their favorite games of 2015 for its two big platforms. The results are now in.

First up, here’s a look at the top picks for Wii U:

For the 3DS results, head past the break.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 7 Comments

Splatoon’s latest North American Splatfest has come to a close. After a day of battling, the winner between the Team Naughty and Team Nice competition is now decided.

While the “Nice” side was more popular, “Naughty” picked up more wins. It was the latter element that helped secure Team Naughty the victory with a total of 395 points.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 3 Comments

When Nintendo pushes out updates for the Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS games, we do receive patch notes. But when it comes to the specifics with balance/character changes, that’s usually left to the community.

The folks over on Smashboards have been going in-depth with the Smash Bros. 1.1.3 update to determine what sort of modifications were made to the roster. If you’re interested in those sorts of details, continue on below for the full breakdown.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 19 Comments

Data miners have managed to unearth a new costume for Super Mario Maker ahead of its official release. We’re trying to avoid spoilers here, so head past the break for the full story.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 1 Comment

The Play Nintendo YouTube account has started a new “Super Play Time” video series. Check out the first episode below, which focuses on Splatoon.

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Nintendo has confirmed that Japan’s latest Splatfest will be taking place next weekend. The event is set to begin on December 26 at 9 AM.

This Splatfest is actually a repeat of the same topic held back in July. It pits Red Fox up against Green Tanuki as a promotion for the Maruchan brand of instant noodles.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 1 Comment

Splatoon’s latest North American Splatfest is now up and running. Are you Team Naughty or Team Nice?

Like all Splatfests, you’ll have one full day to participate. Expect the results soon after the competition ends.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments

In just a few days, Super Mario Maker will be receiving a new update. We’ll be seeing new items like the Fire Koopa Clown Car, the Bookmark feature, and World Records for the different courses uploaded online. You can find the full news here and patch notes here.

Game Informer caught up with Super Mario Maker director Yosuke Oshino for some insight into next week’s update. Head past the break for comments about the Fire Koopa Clown Car, P Warp Doors, and Bumper.

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