The beloved Ace Attorney series featuring the most exciting courtroom dramas of the digital decade are headed to Nintendo’s popular download service in 2010
SAN MATEO, Calif. — November 18, 2009 — Capcom® Entertainment, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that three classic Ace Attorney® games are scheduled for digital release on Nintendo’s WiiWare next year beginning with the one that started it all, Phoenix Wright™: Ace Attorney® followed by Phoenix Wright™ Ace Attorney®: JUSTICE FOR ALL, and Phoenix Wright™ Ace Attorney®: TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS. Gamers can expect the deliberations to begin January 2010. These games will cost 1,000 Wii Points, $10.00 USD.
Ace Attorney’s massive popularity and appeal in Japan has caught on in the West and the franchise has now sold well over 3.7 million units worldwide. For the first time ever, this beloved handheld series is making an appearance on a home console, giving gamers access to three of the classic Ace Attorney adventures from the comfort of their own living rooms. Fans and newcomers alike will have a chance to star as the most popular defense attorney in videogames, Phoenix Wright – a man driven by principles and his ability to separate fact from dubious fiction. Each game in the series presents twisting storylines and intriguing gameplay with comical anime stylings. Players will collect evidence, weed through inconsistent testimonies and overcome corrupt agendas to ensure that justice prevails! Present evidence with the wave of the Wii remote or press suspicious testimonies by wiggling it. These games can be played via single-player and has multiple save slots.

Official Nintendo Magazine review scores

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A Little Bit of…All-Time Classics: Card Games (DSiWare) – 70%
A Little Bit of…Brain Training: Arts Edition (DSiWare) – 71%
Assasin’s Creed II: Discovery (DS) – 55%
Band Hero (Wii) – 83%
C.O.P The Recruit (DS) – 64%
Dragon Quest Wars (DSiWare) – 82%
Forumla 1 2009 (Wii) – 75%
Ghost Mansion Party (WiiWare) – 50%
Heron: Steam Machine (WiiWare) – 77%
LEGO Indiana Jones 2: The Adventure Continues (Wii) – 75%
LIT (WiiWare) – 88%
Little Tournament Over Yonder (WiiWare) – 63%
LostWinds: Winter of the Melodias (WiiWare) – 90%
Maestro! Jump In Music (DS) – 85%
Need For Speed: Nitro (Wii) – 80%
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky (DS) – 70%
Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 (Wii) – 88%
Protothea (WiiWare) – 57%
Rabbids Go Home (Wii) – 83%
Rabbids Go Home (DS) – 40%
Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (Wii) – 79%
Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage (Wii) – 80%
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks (DS) – 91%
Viking Invasion (DSiWare) – 75%
Wakugumi: Monochrome Puzzle (DSiWare) – 73%

Thanks to joclo for the news tip!

Chaotic: Shadow Warriors available now from Activision Publishing and 4Kids Entertainment

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Hit Collectible Card Game and Animated Series Comes To Video Game Consoles
SANTA MONICA, CA – November 18, 2009 – Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) with 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: KDE) and Chaotic USA Entertainment Group, Inc. announced today that Chaotic®: Shadow Warriors is available now on Wii™, Nintendo DS™, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. The videogame, based on the popular trading card game and animated television series Chaotic®, is a thrilling and highly addictive blend of exploratory action, role playing and turn-based strategic gameplay.
In Chaotic: Shadow Warriors players take on the role of Tom, the lead character from the animated series, and explore the vast world of Perim, scouring the lush environments for powerful Mugic™ (magic) spells, Battlegear and new Creatures to collect. The single player story, created by the TV show’s writers, lets players engage in intense and dramatic battles while watching their favorite characters come to life. Seasoned players can take it to the next level and face opponents locally or online through Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network and the PlayStation Network.

Zoink Games announces Wiiwaa

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We’ve covered Wiiwaa on the site previously, but here’s the official announcement…

Introducing WIIWAA, the Wii plush puppet game!
Gothenburg, 18th November 2009. Independent game development studio ZOINK GAMES AB have released a video revealing the concept behind their upcoming Wii game.
“Wiiwaa” is the working title for a new video game for the Nintendo Wii home entertainment system under development at Zoink Games. The idea for this game is as stunning as it is unique: the game ships with a special plush toy puppet that has a slot into which the Wii’s motion sensitive controller can be inserted. The game is then played simply by moving the puppet. Movements the player applies to the puppet are reflected by the character in the game.
In the game, the player takes care of a cute little Wiiwaa creature as he explores a lush game universe, plays various minigames and unravels a fantastic adventure story.

Rumor: Warner Bros. leaked plans, reveals Scribblenauts 2 and Batman title

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While this should most definitely be considered a rumor for now, Warner Bros. may have made a big mistake. If the latest speculation is to be believed, however, the company has leaked some of their 2010 plans. Scribblenauts 2 (Wii/DS), Batman: The Brave and the Bold (Wii/DS), Touchmaster 4 (DS), and Game Party 4 (Wii) are just a few of the titles that have popped up on a list. None of this information is actually confirmed at this time, but if this is true, Warner Bros. will have a number of big releases next year.

Thanks to Robert for the news tip!

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Promo pamphlets shows images of Last Window, Zangeki no Reginleiv

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Aonuma says Zelda Wii to have different structure, hopes to surprise fans, may be at E3 2010

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“It is something we used to talk about with Mr Miyamoto, and he and I agree that if we are following the same structure again and again, we might not be able to give long time Zelda fans a fresh surprise. So we have been trying something new in terms of the structure of the Wii version of the new Zelda game this time. I am really hopeful that people will be surprised with the changes we have implemented for this Wii version. I hope that we can show you something at the E3 show next year and it is something we are hopeful will be surprising.” – Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma

Well, this news may be just what the doctor ordered! I feel like many Zelda fans aren’t satisfied how the series never really changes, but Zelda Wii looks like it’ll be mixing things up a bit. I really can’t wait to see what the game looks like now!

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Famitsu sales (11/9 – 11/15)

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The latest software sales estimates in Japan from Famitsu have been released. Official Media Create numbers will be posted later this week. Also, we’ll be posting Famitsu hardware figures as soon as they are available.

1. [PSP] J-League Pro Soccer Club o Tsukurou! 6: Pride of J
2. [PS3] Dragon Ball: Raging Blast
3. [DS] Tomodachi Collection
4. [WII] Wii Fit Plus
5. [DS] Pokemon HeartGold/SoulSilver
6. [PS3] Winning Eleven 2010
7. [WII] Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers
8. [DS] Inazuma Eleven 2 Fire/Blizzard
9. [DS] Rockman EXE Operate Shooting Star
10. [WII] Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Nintendo News: Nintendo Launches Nationwide Holiday Mall Experience

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Want to have some fun while you shop? Nintendo is making it easier than ever for holiday consumers to sample the year’s most sought-after games on its Wii™ and Nintendo DSi™ video game systems. Starting Nov. 23, the Nintendo Holiday Mall Experience will touch down in 35 shopping malls from coast to coast, offering free hands-on demos of some of Nintendo’s hottest games. Whether they’re seeking gifts for friends and family members or simply taking a break from the season’s hustle and bustle, attendees can enjoy an interactive glimpse into the rich variety of entertainment offered by Nintendo.
Using the Wii console’s popular motion controls, Nintendo Holiday Mall Experience participants can play activities like archery and basketball in Wii Sports Resort™, explore the four-person multiplayer excitement of New Super Mario Bros. ™ Wii, step onto the Wii Balance Board™ accessory to experience new activities and enhanced features in the fitness-themed Wii Fit™ Plus, and more. They can also pick up a Nintendo DSi system to sample hand-held games such as Style Savvy, which lets players manage their own virtual boutique, the puzzle-based Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box™ and the highly anticipated The Legend of Zelda™: Spirit Tracks after its launch on Dec. 7.