“I will tell you, I’ve seen it; it’s cool…they’ve [Nintendo] got a lot to say at E3, and I want to be careful to not accidentally transgress an NDA.” – EA Chief Executive John Riccitiello

This must mean EA is one of the few developers that have had fairly extensive time to try out the 3DS. Believe it or not, EA released the most games for the DS when the system launched in North America. I wonder if the same thing will happen with the 3DS.

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It has been said for quite some time that Nintendo will be unveiling their next handheld, the 3DS, along with the system’s first round of software at E3 next week. Obviously the Big N has some titles in development, but what about third-parties? Well, according to Game Informer, other companies have been told that they can announce their projects once E3 begins.

The thing is, Nintendo’s conference will be taking place next Tuesday even though the trade show officially begins one day prior. So will third-parties reveal their games on Monday? Or will they wait until Nintendo’s conference is over?

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Long-awaited WiiWare title arrives in North America on July 5th

Sunnyvale, CA – June 8, 2010 – Today, Gamelion Studios announced that the highly anticipated physics-based 3D puzzle-platformer “Furry Legends” will be launched on WiiWare in North America on July 5th, 2010.

Together with this announcement, Gamelion has released a brand new trailer with in-game footage of the game:
http: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hAV9B2CE2g

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This information comes from a Game Informer news article…

“Rumor also has it that Nintendo’s stocking a surprise for its E3 presentation. We’ve heard about the 3DS and some sites report that the next major Zelda game is confirmed — so what else could it possibly be? A new Star Fox?”

In a way, I suppose this isn’t really a rumor at all. Nintendo always brings a few surprises to E3, good or bad. The 3DS will be a surprise in itself and I’m betting we’ll see some unexpected software for the system.

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Franchise exceeds six million units in sales; new title is Wii MotionPlusTM compatible
Windsor, UK – June 8, 2010/… The fairground is energized with games of chance and skill, colourful prizes are yours for the winning and it’s always a sunny day. 2K Play is pleased to announce that New Carnival Funfair Games, the latest installment of the popular Carnival Funfair Games franchise that has sold more than six million units worldwide, is shipping this Autumn on the WiiTM system and Nintendo DSTM. According to The NPD Group, the original game is the 3rd best-selling third-party Wii title of all time*. New Carnival Funfair Games is being developed by Cat Daddy Games, the 2K studio which created the original worldwide sensation.

“Carnival Funfair Games has made a special connection with over six million fans around the globe,” said Steve Lux, vice president of business development for 2K Play. “No other interactive entertainment product so seamlessly integrates youthful memories with the fun and technical innovation required to bring a virtual day at the carnival to life.”

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– When creating a character, use touch screen to change character’s features
– Also comes with preset options
– A great deal of character customization is offered for characters
– 3D world
– Draw walls, paint walls, drag/drop items with the touch screen
– More openness like the PC version
– Choose your Sims’ traits and Lifetime Wish, then it can explore town, visit neighbors, fall in/out of love
– Earn Karma by reaching goals
– Use Karma on spells
– Can use Karma to buy fire spell to burn down or give a Sim more luck

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A Bundle of the Legendary Mega Man Zero Titles Is a Definite Must-Have for your Nintendo DSTM Collection
SAN MATEO, Calif. — June 08, 2010 – Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games announced today that the Mega Man® ZERO Collection has shipped to North American retailers only on Nintendo DSTM. Mega Man ZERO Collection is comprised of all four Mega Man® ZERO titles previously released on GameBoy® Advance system. Mega Man ZERO Collection is rated E for Everyone and will be available for a suggested retail price of $29.99.

About Mega Man® Zero Collection

First introduced in Mega Man® X, Mega Man Zero features Zero, a Maverick hunter responsible for disposing of robots that have turned against humanity. First released in 2002, the Mega Man Zero series follows our hero, Zero, through a gripping 2D action-adventure as he battles his way through countless enemies to save the populace of innocent reploids (robots). Complete with new modes and a slew of unlockable items, the Mega Man Zero series is now finally on the Nintendo DSTM.

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