Gamers will smile over NOA’s next title that they’re working on
Posted on 15 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii | 9 Comments
“The games that become localization projects are basically business decisions made after much discussion between NCL and NOA. Those decisions are extremely complicated and involve the input of many departments of both companies — the particulars must remain secret to disorient the very vocal champions of various neglected franchises…As far as what I’m working on now, that’s a secret too, but I’m pretty sure it’ll make you smile.” – Nate Bihldoff, Sr. Localization Manager
Personally, I get the feeling from this quote that the localization team is busy with something that has already been released in Japan. And, you know, a lot of things would make me smile. We’ve been waiting for games like Disaster, Another Code R, and Captain Rainbow (although the chances of that title ending up in North America are slim.) I’m chomping at the bit to find out what’s being worked on. It’d even be interesting if it was, somehow, an unannounced project.
Three new Bit.Trip titles confirmed, Gaijin Games Art Director teases next game, estimated release date for Void
Posted on 15 years ago by Austin(@NE_Austin) in News, Wii | 0 comments
Fans of the Bit.Tip series will be delighted to know that three more titles in their beloved series have been confirmed. Many already knew that there would be six total games, but a recent interview cements that in place and provides a possible release window when asked about Bit.Trip Void.
“If I were to guess, it would be mid-October. We wanted to push that release date back.” -Gaijin Games Art Director, Mike Roush
In addition, Roush teased the content of the newest Bit.Trip title.
“I will not give you a hint, however, it is the game we all wanted to make when we started Gaijin Games. It’s the game we’ve been waiting for… I will give you a hint: it will be based off of an Atari game.”
Nintendo reveals Zelda: Spirit Tracks launch date, release schedule, more
Posted on 15 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, News, Wii | 4 Comments
REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– As summer draws to a close, the air begins to chill and people begin to turn their thoughts to holiday gift lists. Whether the people on your list have been playing since the 1980s or only since last week, Nintendo has you covered. The Wii™, Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo DSi™ systems have a huge selection of games for everyone on your list, including many that you won’t find anywhere else.
“This extensive lineup will keep players busy throughout the fall and into 2010,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Shoppers know that Nintendo offers fun for everyone in the household.”
Mario Kart Wii tournament – Giant Pokey boss
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This tournament was actually hosted a few months ago, but Nintendo is using it over this time around.
Course: Thwomp Desert (Battle Arena)
Objective: Defeat the boss
How: Throw bombs at Giant Pokey
Tournament date: 9/15 – 10/25
Tatsunoko vs. Capcom Ultimate All-Stars screenshots
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Nintendo says there are “no plans to cut the price of Wii”
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“We currently have no plans to cut the price of Wii. Current talk of price cuts is rumour and speculation. This is rumour and speculation as Nintendo have made no announcements on price. Furthermore this is most likely retailer led much in the same way retailers in the UK offer price promotions on our products.” – Nintendo spokesperson
This situation is a bit odd. I wasn’t entirely sure that the Wii would be getting a price cut when the Walmart ad was supposedly leaked. However, when we saw the Toys R Us image, it looked as though the system would almost certainly be reduced to $199.99. I’m still not entirely sure what to believe, but like I said yesterday, we’ll find out for sure soon enough.
Famitsu hardware sales (9/7 – 9/13)
Posted on 15 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, News, Wii | 1 Comment
Famitsu has published their estimates of the latest hardware sales figures from Japan. Keep in mind that Media Create numbers are considered to be more official data in some ways, and will be posted later this week.
DSi – 66,416
PS3 – 57,056
PSP – 19,572
Wii – 14,556
DS Lite – 9,206
Xbox 360 – 4,927
PS2 – 3,100
Rogue Trooper: The Quartz Zone Massacre finally releasing in North America
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GRAFFITI ENTERTAINMENT Unleashes ‘Rogue Trooper® the Quartz Massacre’ For the North American gamers on WiiTM….
Graffiti Entertainment Inc – a subsidiary of Signature Devices, Inc. (OTCPK: SDVI) – today announced that it has secured an exclusive distribution deal with Reef Entertainment to publish ‘Rogue Trooper®: The Quartz Zone Massacre’ in North America. This WiiTM game has been developed by UK developer Rebellion.
Need For Speed: Shift – 8
Wolfenstein – 7
Dirt 2 – 8.5
Guitar Hero 5- 8.5
Wet – 7.5
Section 8 – 6.5
NHL 10 – 9.25
Metroid Prime Trilogy – 9
Dead Space: Extraction – 7
Scribblenauts – 8.75
Mario and Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story – 8.75
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days – 8
Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box – 8.25
Soul Caliber Broken Destiny – 7.5
Thanks to kepo for the news tip!
