As far as I can tell, Nintendo is bringing just two games to Jump Festa 2012. The company’s Jump Festa page shows that consumers can get their hands on both Super Mario 3D Land and Mario Kart 7 in a couple of weeks. Both of these titles will have already been released by the time the show kicks off.
There isn’t any mention about a Pokemon “surprise” that has been rumored for the show. However, that doesn’t mean a new video game reveal is out of the question. We may get a better idea about the Pokemon Company’s plans if they open up a special Jump Festa site of their own.
Jump Festa 2012 takes place on December 17 and 18 at the Makuhari Messe.
Communities are definitely a great idea for this series. We’ll have to make one for Nintendo Everything Game Nights!
Renegade Kid’s Jools Watsham gave fans an update regarding Mutant Mudds’ release date and price in a new video blog.
The title will cost around $10, give or take. Renegade Kid will be talking with Nintendo to determine a final price.
Watsham also said that the game is basically done. Some testing needs to be done before the project is submitted to Nintendo.
Fortunately, the wait for Mutant Mudds shouldn’t be too longer. Watsham is hoping that the title will head to the eShop in January.
As a reminder, European Nintendo fans can download Gnomz, 21: Blackjack, Castle Conqueror Revolution, Zen Pinball 3D, and Lock ‘N Chase.
The new 3DS firmware will become available within the next week. While we’ve covered the update numerous times, Nintendo Power has collected a full listing of what fans can expect when it goes live.
The magazine made note of the following features:
- 3D Video, and 3D Stop Motion animation videos
- QR code functionality will be improved
- Transfer game files between Nintendo 3DS systems
- New puzzles and extra Find Mii Dungeon
- eShop will be expanded as well, you’ll soon have access to game demos (for both downloadable games and retail games)
- You’ll be able to download software while your system is in Sleep Mode
- The eShop will also support Download Codes (which will be used primarily for special promotions) and will enable users to save payment information to their system if they so so desire
- The update will add a new application to your system’s Home Menu:”Nintendo Zone” active when you’re at a Nintendo 3DS hotspot location. Provides free access to exclusive content, streaming 3D videos (such as game trailers, tv ads) trivia games, and retail promotions
