We’re still about two months away from E3, but rumor has it that Nintendo is preparing for a new home console announcement at this year’s E3. Although additional speculation is expected to arrive for the next few months, keep in mind that nothing will be confirmed (or denied) until June. This rumor has a bit more validity than your typical gossip since numerous sources have apparently confirmed information about the system. Still, take the following details with a big grain of salt for now…
– Can run games at HD resolutions
– Conflicting reports about its graphical capabilities (Xbox 360/PlayStation 3 level graphics or not)
– Competitive specifications
– Nintendo already showing publishers the console to generate interest and to allow for development
– Late 2012 release
– Anonymous source: “Nintendo is doing this one right. [It’s] not a gimmick like the Wii.”
– Unclear if it will be backwards compatible with Wii software
– Unclear if it will carry the “Wii” name
– Nintendo not commenting on the speculation or their E3 plans, but said “stay tuned”
After a few months full of teases, Shin’en’s first 3DS game has been revealed. Majesco Entertainment announced Nano Assault, which seems to build off of the success that Nanostray 1 and 2 experienced on the DS. You can check out a bunch of details about the game below, and expect more news soon. We’ll have more Shin’en goodness on Friday, and an interview with the company about Nano Assault in the near future.
EDISON, N.J., April 14, 2011 – Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, announced today Nano Assault™ for the system is in development for an expected release this fall. Developed by Shin’en, this fast-paced shooter leaps off the screen with stunning 3D graphics that resemble electron microscope imagery. It’s within this dangerous microscopic world that players will navigate a Nanite ship through a cellular system, maneuvering through alien cell clusters, fighting off infections, and analyzing and destroying the virus’ core to ultimately save humanity.
“Nano Assault’s inspired visual style looks fantastic and is perfectly suited for 3D,” said Jesse Sutton, Chief Executive Officer, Majesco Entertainment. “The game is a fresh approach to the classic shooter, featuring a unique theme, solid depth of play and tight controls. I think this game is going to surprise a lot of people.”
The WiiWare edition of MDK2 will be available next month. Interplay’s release calender has listed a May 9 date for the title. Players can expect graphical improvements in addition to new Wii remote controls.
One feature you won’t be seeing in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is StreetPass support. Nintendo confirmed earlier this week that there are no plans to use the function. Personally, I don’t think it’s that big of a deal. I can’t really imagine many practical, enjoyable ways that StreetPass could be used in Ocarina of Time 3D.
