It’s time to learn a little bit more about the technology inside the Wii U GamePad. Did you know PNI Sensor Corporation provided the controller with a magnetic sensor, allowing it to maintain a nine-axis understanding of its orientation?
The GamePad’s magnetic sensor is somewhat comparable to the device included in hardware such as the iPhone. But because the GamePad is larger, PNI was able to cram in materials more sensitive to the Earth’s magnetic field.
Three different sensors are included in the GamePad: a gyroscope, accelerometer, and the aforementioned magnetic sensor. Collectively, the three pieces of technology track the X, Y, and Z axes to allow for nine-axis controls. PlayStation 3’s original Sixaxis controller, which includes a gyroscope and accelerometer, tracks six axes.
If the Wiimote were to make use of PNI’s sensor, any shaky cursor effects would be gone. And best of all, other magnetic interference doesn’t dramatically impact the controller’s performance.
For more information about PNI Sensor Corporation’s technology, head past the break for commentary from chief executive officer Becky Oh.
Anyone remember the Touch Detective games? BeeWorks made a couple of them early on in the DS’ lifecycle, and then the IP vanished.
After a five year hiatus on handhelds, the series has returned – this time on the 3DS.
Just like the previous Touch Detective games, Success Corporation is publishing (and possibly making) “Osawari Tantei Nameko Daihanjou” in Japan. The title launches in February for 3,990 yen.
Osawari Tantei Nameko Daihanjou was originally a PC browser game. Thanks to Famitsu, we know that it will feature new aspects. Local and online play are included.
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Yakuza 5 (PS3) – 10/10/10/10
Paper Mario: Sticker Star (3DS) – 9/9/9/9
Endgame Studios has confirmed a demo for Fractured Soul, which will be released on December 6. Players will be able to try out the first four levels of the game.
A European/Australian date hasn’t been confirmed for the game or demo as of yet, but they’re in the pipeline for both continents.
In other Fractured Soul news, an update is in the works. This will make level 8 “a little easier”, according to Endgame managing director Grant Davies.
“We’re also working on submitting an update for the game to make the infamous level 8 a little easier – by adding checkpoints. It’s no secret that Fractured Soul is a damn hard platformer … probably a little too hard. Hopefully this will smooth out the difficulty curve somewhat.”
Update: Added in Future Shop’s description and English link.
A couple of retailers are listing “Yoshi’s Land” for release on Wii U. Entries were located on Future Shop’s site, as well as on Best Buy Canada’s.
I wouldn’t get too worked up about these findings, but for what it’s worth, Best Buy and Future Shop included the following blurbs about the “game”:
“Take Yoshi on an epic adventure to remember in Yoshi Land for Nintendo Wii U. Check out Yoshi as you’ve never seen him before: in glorious high definition. Enjoy dual-screen control thanks to the Wii U Touchscreen GamePad, while you’ll also be able to experience full integration with Nintendo’s MiiVerse service.” – Best Buy
“Join everyone’s favourite dinosaur in his first big starring role on Nintendo Wii U – Yoshi’s Land. Utilise the power of the Wii U Touchscreen GamePad to enjoy dual-screen fun in this epic adventure with stunning HD graphics and connectivity with the MiiVerse.” – Future Shop
I get the feeling that the person/people responsible for these listings simply took some inspiration from the Miiverse mockup menu leak. But a man can dream!
So I was playing ZombiU today when I found this scrawled on one of the walls near the starting area of the game:
The message has apparently been up since Saturday, but since I rarely go through this area of the game (I was only wandering through to try and get my survivor killed because I didn’t like him) I didn’t see it until an hour ago or so. Given the timeframe, this would mean that something is happening here tomorrow, but it’s hard to say what. Sales announcements? More player achievements? DLC? Something bigger? It’s hard to say!
If you’re still on the fence about whether or not to purchase ZombiU, read our review!
This video is very much like the Japanese and North American Nintendo Direct minis we’ve posted over the past 24 hours. European gamers will likely be interested in this one in particular, though.
The gold nunchuck is already sold out on Club Nintendo. If I’m remembering correctly, it went off the site much quicker than the first time the reward was made available. Hopefully those who were interested in the special nunchuck submitted their orders yesterday…
Before you scroll past because you have no idea what that is, Kunio-kun is the Japanese name for the series that spawned River City Ransom, Super Dodgeball, and Nintendo World Cup. So what does it mean that a teaser page for the series has been put up by Arc System Works?
It’s hard to say, but the last game released in this conglomerate series was a remake of Renegade on 3DS last year. That game has yet to come out outside of Japan.
