As far as we know, Nintendo isn’t doing anything special for Metroid’s anniversary. Zelda, on the other hand, will see symphony concerts around the world, two soundtracks, a special gold Wiimote, a Flipnote Studio competition, and the release of five games – Skyward Sword, Ocarina of Time 3D, Link’s Awakening DX on the eShop, Four Swords DSiWare, and the original Zelda for the NES portion of the 3DS Ambassador program.
The only acknowledgment Nintendo is giving Metroid is in the form of the tweet above. I suppose we should be happy that Nintendo of America even remembered that the series turned 25 last week! It’s sad to see Samus fly under the radar, though. Sure, Metroid isn’t as popular as Zelda, but it’s still a treasured franchise that has been around just as long.
What: Puzzler Mind Gym® 3D
Platform: Nintendo 3DS™ system
Where: Available at retailers throughout North America
When: September 13, 2011
Price: $39.99
Details: Ubisoft® is pleased to announce Puzzler Mind Gym® 3D for the Nintendo 3DS™ system. The game will be available at retail in North America on September 13, 2011 and is rated “E” for Everyone by the ESRB.
Puzzler Mind Gym 3D offers a daily program of brain exercises and puzzles in 3D, designed to help make the most of your mind. Improve your capabilities in four categories you use every day – Visual, Memorization, Word-based, and Numerical puzzles abound.
WiiWare
The Mystery of Whiterock Castle – Grumble Grumble
Snail Mail – Grumble Grumble
Ubongo – Grumble Grumble
Mega Man 5 – Recommended
DSiWare
Beach Party Crazy – Hmmm…
Dreamwalker – Recommended
Hidden Photo – Grumble Grumble
GO Series Picdun – Hmmm…
Pro Jumper! Guilty Gear Tangent?! – Recommended
Zimo: Mahjong Fanatic – Hmmm…
3DS VC
Alleyway – Hmmm…
Super Mario Land – Recommended
Donkey Kong – Recommended
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening DX – Recommended
Radar Mission – Hmmm…
Tennis – Hmmm…
3D Classics: Excitebike – Hmmm…