The Wii U is getting off to a rough start in Australia.
First and foremost, Activision has cancelled the release of 007 Legends in the continent. It’s currently unclear why and how this decision was reached.
Other disappointing Wii U news concerns the delay of three games: NBA 2K13, Epic Mickey 2: Power of Two and Marvel Avengers: The Battle for Earth. 2K’s basketball title will be out early next year while Epic Mickey 2 and Marvel Avengers will launch on December 13.
Yet another Iwata Asks discussion is now available for your viewing pleasure. Visit this link for an interview regarding Paper Mario: Sticker Star.
There are a whole bunch of quotes from Nintendo president Satoru Iwata below. You’ll find talk about Wii U’s day-one update, which Iwata regrets, Zelda and Mario for Wii U, working with third-party developers and publishers, and more.
Head past the break for the quotes. Believe me, you’ll want to read this stuff.
Frozenbyte has revealed plans to update Trine 2: Director’s Cut next month. When the patch is made available, players will be able to chat with each other online. The only caveat is that you’ll need a headset with a separate mic to take advantage of the functionality.
Thanks to Jake for the tip.
Nintendo originally shot down the idea of the original Binding of Isaac on the 3DS due to “questionable religious content”. But now the game is getting a remake, and creator Ed McMillen/new partner Nicalis “have a feeling the new look might soften up a few people at Nintendo for a possible Wii U/3DS eShop release.”
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth will feature a second planned expansion not included in the Flash version, local co-op, and full 16-bit graphics. With the new visual style and the fact that Nicalis is on board, I’d say this project has a pretty decent shot at a Wii U and/or 3DS release.
Barnes & Noble posted the cover for The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia Limited Collector’s Edition. Take a look at the image below:
2K Sports released a patch for NBA 2K13 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 yesterday. While the Wii U wasn’t included, the console will be receiving its own roster updates and patches.
On Twitter, community manager Ronnie Singh said players can expect content to roll out “in the coming weeks”:
“Contrary to reports on forums, #NBA2K13 on Wii U will have roster updates and patches in the coming weeks.”
Mutant Mudds Deluxe, the beefed-up version of the original Mutant Mudds, will be available on the Wii U eShop in Q1 2013. This is actually the most-specific release window given by Renegade Kid thus far.
The studio is keeping quiet on most of the game’s details, but we do know one thing for sure, thanks to co-founder Jools Watsham. On Twitter, Watsham said Deluxe will have its own “unique content”.
