ATARI TO UNLEASH ONE OF THE BEST-SELLING PC FRANCHISES OF ALL TIME ON NINTENDO 3DS
ROLLERCOASTER TYCOON 3D
Los Angeles, CA — September 7, 2011 Since its inception in 1999, Chris Sawyer’s original RollerCoaster Tycoon and its sequels have captivated audiences with a gaming experience that put a whole new spin on the world of theme parks. Now, 12 years later and over 11 million units sold, Atari, one of the world’s most recognised publishers and producers of interactive entertainment, is bringing RollerCoaster Tycoon back with a captivating 3D gameplay experience! Next year immerse yourself in the pinnacle of all theme park simulators with RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D, tailored exclusively for Nintendo 3DS™.
“RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D marks the return of one of the most popular game franchises and delivers an innovative, robust and unrestricted theme park simulator to the next generation of Tycoon fans,” said Jim Wilson, CEO of Atari.
3DS – 54,744
PS3 – 33,831
PSP – 30,192
Wii – 11,606
DSi LL – 3,177
DSi – 2,453
PS2 – 1,394
Xbox 360 – 1,228
DS Lite – 80
PSP go – 7
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week.
3DS – 60,781
PS3 – 33,141
PSP – 31,310
Wii – 11,342
DSi LL – 3,235
DSi – 2,384
PS2 – 1,580
Xbox 360 – 1,393
DS Lite – 110
PSP go – 20
This information comes from a Nintendo spokesperson…
“Nintendo does plan to release the attachment; further announcements/details will be made at a later date.”
Well, I’m pretttty darn sure that we’ll be hearing more about this add-on at Nintendo’s 3DS Conference on Monday night. Monster Hunter Tri G should be making an appearance as well.
Thanks to the latest issue of Famitsu, we finally have some concrete details on the gameplay in Beyond the Labyrinth. A couple of scans should be on the way as well.
Famitsu reported on the following details:
– Girl show in screenshots/trailer isn’t the main character
– This girl is the character’s companion
– Main character is you (the player)
– Reach the exit on the top of the labyrinth
– 3D Dungeon RPG
– Touch screen features a map
– Will encounter enemies
– Enemies are visible in advance
– Battle mode begins when you run into an enemy
– Four members can be a part of your party
– Playable at TGS
Thanks to Thomas N for the tip!
1. [PSP] Grand Knights History
2. [PS3] Monster Hunter Portable 3rd HD Ver.
3. [PS3] Sengoku Musou 3 Empires
4. [Wii] Rhythm Heaven Wii
5. [3DS] Devil Survivor Overclocked
6. [PSP] Mobile Suit Gundam: Shin Gihren no Yabou
7. [3DS] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
8. [PSP] Book of Shadows
9. [PSP] Kirby Mass Attack
10. [PSP] Dynasty Warriors 6 Special
These images are larger than the last batch at least!
We can’t catch a break, can we?! The scans are either too blurry or too small…
It’s a bit blurry, but this is what we have for now…
Thus far, the 3DS’ path has been far from what anyone could have predicted. The system started off with a rather high price point and a dearth of must-have software. Just a few weeks ago, Nintendo dropped the price of the 3DS by $80. I doubt anyone would have expected a price cut so soon after the handheld launched. It also lacked a second analog controller… but Nintendo is “sort of” rectifying that issue now.
Everyone pointed and laughed at the idea of a second circle pad attachment for the 3DS when 01Net originally reported on the rumor. Most Nintendo fans assumed that the idea was ridiculous and that the site’s speculation was completely unfounded… rightfully so. Yet, a couple of hours ago, we received confirmation that Nintendo is developing the “Expansion Slide Pad” for the 3DS.
We actually don’t know much about the attachment. What we do know is that it’s a bit bulky and it’s more than a simple-add on. As you can see in this photo, it’s actually a completely new unit that attaches onto the system.
The last six months have bit extremely odd for the 3DS – again, there’s been an underwhelming launch, a quick price drop, and now a strange second slide pad for the system.
What’s next? Will Nintendo release an updated handheld with the extra slide pad built-in?
In any case, it’s time for you guys to sound off. I’m quite curious about some of the reactions you guys have regarding the 3DS Expansion Slide Pad!
