Santa Ana, CA – NIS America announced today that they are working together with Nicalis, Inc. to develop an all new action game, Cave Story 3D for the Nintendo 3DS™.
“I feel great possibilities working with Nicalis. They’re both skilled and dedicated with making no compromises. I think fans of the original Cave Story will be pleased with this latest incarnation.” said NIS America Producer Jack Niida. ”Also through this partnership, we would like to bring new life to the legendary game and make it accessible to a new range of audiences.”Since its foundation in 2003, NIS America has operated under the philosophy of “entertainment for all,” and brought games that satisfy its many customers. NIS America introduced its first video game Phantom Brave in 2004, and since then have been constantly releasing multiple video games and anime. Now the company plans to introduce its first 3D title in 2011.
About Cave Story 3D
This information comes from an IGN article, which claims that gamers will have access to the 3DS’ Virtual Console at launch…
“It’s important to note that some of these features, most notably the Virtual Console/e-Shop idea, will not be available out of the box, but will need to be downloaded from a Wi-Fi connection. Nintendo has clarified that the Virtual Console will be available immediately upon the launch of the 3DS.”
Hmm… Nintendo has said that the eShop won’t be available through May… and I’m under the impression that you purchase Virtual Console games from the store. So, how will this work?
Activision to Unveil Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure(TM) – A Breakthrough New Play Experience That Merges the World of Toys and Video Games – At the 2011 American International Toy Fair
Innovative New Game Lets You ‘Bring Your Toys to Life’
Company Announces Global Marketing Partnership with Toys ‘R’ UsSANTA MONICA, Calif., Feb. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) announced today the worldwide debut of Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure, an entertainment breakthrough for the toy and video game industries. Through an innovative use of technology, the game allows players to transport real-world toys into virtual worlds of adventure through the “Portal of Power™.” These “toys with brains” can come to life inside the game in connection with multiple gaming platforms, as well as on handheld gaming devices, mobile devices and on the web, remembering achievements and level-ups wherever they go. This marks a wholesale change in the interaction between toys and video games, opening up new possibilities and revenue streams for both industries.
“These are more than action figures. They are inter-action figures,” said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. “By pairing world class character design, world class video game design and world class story telling into one entertainment experience, we’ve given players a whole new genre that bridges the gap between the real and virtual worlds. From the first time a kid picked up a stick and pretended it was a sword, toys have unlocked kids’ imaginations. And how often have you wanted to bring those toys to life, to see them become animated and take them on an adventure? Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure does just that.”
Activision has announced a new Spyro the Dragon title, which will feature a makeover of the classic video game character. Although, most fans will probably be displeased with the final design. Here’s what Spyro will look like in Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure:
Activision seems to have big ambitions for the game. The company is preparing over 30 action figures featuring characters from the title, which can be placed on a plastic “portal” or stand. Players will then be able to control the character on-screen.
Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure will be released this fall. Activision has yet to confirm which platforms the game is in development for, though it is likely to end up on at least one Nintendo system. Expect more news on the project shortly.
Multiplatform
North America:
1. Just Dance 2 (Ubisoft, Wii)
2. Zumba Fitness (Majesco, Wii)
3. Kinect Sports (Microsoft, X360)
4. Dead Space 2 (EA Games, X360)
5. Call of Duty: Black Ops (Activision, X360)
Japan:
1. Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology 3 (Namco, PSP)
2. Sengoku Musou 3 Z (Koei, PS3)
3. LittleBigPlanet 2 (SCEI, PS3)
4. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd (Capcom, PSP)
5. Gyakuten Kenji 2 (Capcom, DS)
UK:
1. FIFA 11 (EA Sports, PS3)
2. FIFA 11 (EA Sports, X360)
3. Just Dance 2 (Ubisoft, Wii)
4. Just Dance (Ubisoft, Wii)
5. Football Manager 2011 (Sega, PC)
Nintendo Wii
North America:
1. Just Dance 2 (Ubisoft)
2. Zumba Fitness (Majesco)
3. New Super Mario Bros. (Nintendo)
4. Just Dance Kids (Ubisoft)
5. Michael Jackson: The Experience (Ubisoft)
Japan:
1. Shape Boxing 2 Wii de Enjoy Diet (Rocket Company)
2. Donkey Kong Returns (Nintendo)
3. Wii Party (Nintendo)
4. Wii Fit Plus with Balance Board (Nintendo)
5. The Last Story (Nintendo)
UK:
1. Just Dance 2 (Ubisoft)
2. Just Dance (Ubisoft)
3. Wii Party (Nintendo)
4. Mario Sports Mix (Nintendo)
5. Wii Fit Plus with Balance Board (Nintendo)
Nintendo DS
North America:
1. New Super Mario Bros. (Nintendo)
2. Let’s Draw! (Majesco)
3. Plants vs. Zombies (PopCap)
4. Mario Kart DS (Nintendo)
5. Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem (Nintendo)
Japan:
1. Gyakuten Kenji 2 (Capcom)
2. Gyakuten Kenji 2 – Collector’s Package (Capcom)
3. Ninokuni: Shikkoku no Madoushi (Level 5)
4. Eigo de Tabisuru: Little Charo (Nintendo)
5. Pocket Monsters Black (Nintendo)
UK:
1. Art Academy (Nintendo)
2. Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem (Nintendo)
3. New Super Mario Bros. (Nintendo)
4. Let’s Draw! (Majesco)
5. Professor Layton and the Lost Future (Nintendo)
