Prepare for re-mastered graphics, gyro sensor controls and a whole new dimension to multiplayer modes

14 years after Lylat Wars dashed into space to save the universe, get ready to live through the battle for the Lylat system once again as a re-worked offering for the Nintendo 3DS launches on 9th September. The game, which previously appeared on the Nintendo 64, now makes a return in Star Fox 64 3D.

With bold new 3D graphics, a faithfully restored script, fresh voiceovers, and a new multiplayer mode which uses the Nintendo 3DS camera to send you live video footage of your opponents reactions as you chase them around the skies, Star Fox 64 3D feels both comfortably familiar yet challengingly new.

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Capcom Europe issued a tweet yesterday about Mega Man Legends 3, implying that the fans were to blame for the project’s cancellation. Understandably, the comment received a great deal of negative attention.

Capcom has today apologized for the remark and clarified their original comment.

Posted a few hours ago on Twitter:

“Apologies again. The original comment was in relation to the interaction in the Dev rooms NOT the fans who have been nothing but supportive”

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I suppose you can say that this is the sequel to Picross DS! No details yet, but you can check out a few screenshots from the game below. Picross e is launching in Japan next week for 500 yen.

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I might be more confused than ever now. I figured that Nintendo would deliver the typical “we don’t comment on rumors/speculation” line, but a representative has actually provided a statement that doesn’t rule out the possibility of downloadable GameCube games for Wii U.

Here’s the statement:

“To clarify the capabilities of the Wii U system: As correctly stated, Wii U will not play Nintendo GameCube discs. However, Nintendo has not made any announcements regarding downloadable content.”

I could see the Wii U having this functionality. It’s just a bit odd how all of this is unfolding. I’d like to have a concrete answer!

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3DS eShop

3D Classics: Xevious (Nintendo, €6/£5.40)

3DS Virtual Console

Game & Watch Gallery (£2.60/€3)

DSiWare

AfterZoom (Abylight, DSi: 500pts, eShop: £4.50/€5)
Jagged Alliance (Cypronia, DSi: 500pts, eShop: £4.50/€5)
99Bullets (EnjoyUp, DSi: 500pts, eShop: £4.50/€5)

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NINTENDO CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF THE LEGEND OF ZELDA WITH SYMPHONY CONCERT

First Concert Will Be Oct. 21 in Los Angeles, Followed by Full Tour in 2012

REDMOND, Wash., July 21, 2011 – Nintendo is celebrating the 25th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda™ video game series in style. The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Symphony Concert will be held Oct. 21 at the Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, and will include songs from the iconic series hand-picked by Nintendo composer Koji Kondo and his team. A full concert tour for The Legend of Zelda will launch in 2012. Ticket prices for the Los Angeles concert start at $35 and will be available starting Aug. 1 at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0B0046F3F2235ED2.

“The Legend of Zelda has few peers in the pantheon of video game giants, and the games and their music have always shared a deep connection,” said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Through these concerts, fans nationwide will be able to gather and show their love for the quarter century of action, adventure and excitement that The Legend of Zelda games have brought to their lives.”

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This week’s Nintendo Download includes the following featured content:

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Nintendo Video™ – Coming soon, the new Nintendo Video service delivers short 2D or 3D videos from the worlds of music, comedy, animation and Hollywood. The 3D content can be viewed without the need for special glasses. (For Nintendo 3DS™)

3D Classics: Xevious™ – Revisit the popular vertical-scrolling arcade game with elements that can be enjoyed in 2D or 3D. Pilot the advanced fighter-bomber through 16 hazardous areas and destroy as many targets as possible. (For Nintendo 3DS)

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