Here’s something I know you’ll all be very passionate about hearing. In a recent interview with IGN, head honchos of High Voltage Software Kerry Ganofsky and Eric Nofsinger revealed that the Grinder will not be a Wii exclusive, and will also ship on PS3, Xbox 360, and PC. Not only that, but the game isn’t planned to come out until Halloween of 2011. I’m not too worried about this, because HVS has shown that they don’t cut corners on Wii (granted that The Conduit could’ve turned out better), and hopefully this will only give them the higher sales that they deserve! Does this anger you, or do you think it’s a good move on HVS’ part?

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The premiere MotionPlus-enhanced WiiWare title, Rage of the Gladiator is just around the corner, and now the second game to utilize the device on the download service had just been announced. Gevo Entertainment’s Ghost Slayer tells of a place where ghosts are pouring out of a dry well, and it’s up to you to slay them all. The game is in first person like Rage of the Gladiator, but unlike the upcoming Gladiator battling game, Ghost Slayer’s use of MotionPlus is optional. Check out the trailer after the break. Is it just me, or does this look eerily reminiscent of those motion-controlled arcade samurai games? In a good way, of course.
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In a recent Iwata Asks interview, Hitoshi Yamagami tells that Zangeki no REGINLEIV actually took in upwards of 3 years to make, first getting approved before the Wii even launched. Additionally, he said that Nintendo was on the fence about putting blood in the game, but eventually decided that it was okay because players would be killing monsters and not humans. It’s just like Nintendo to do something like that!

Grab your board – your Wii Balance Board – and get ready for the ultimate beach party!

London – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced Vacation Isle: Beach Party, a new videogame that invites families and friends to a virtual island paradise that’s brimming with fun and lively beach activities. Developed by FarSight Studios, creator of the highly successful Game Party series, the party keeps on going with Vacation Isle: Beach Party, available for Wii™ in June 2010.

In Vacation Isle: Beach Party, up to four players can compete to become experts in unique tropical holiday-style games, ranging from wakeboarding through to surfing and even fire dancing. Players can engage in these exciting sports challenges and other activities using either the Wii Balance Board accessory or the Wii Remote™.

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For one reason or another, Nintendo of Europe will be holding a media summit on February 25th, 2010, with no further information to be had at this time. I really have no idea what they’ll talk about, but maybe NoE will finally give out some much desired information on localization dates for a few games that the EU has yet to get their hands on. Who knows? Maybe we’ll get some big-time news on Zelda Wii or Mario Galaxy 2! Any guesses, guys?

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Thanks to NintenDaan for the news tip!

Discover the Secret Behind the “Black Page”

When Calling Ships on March 9, 2010

San Mateo, Calif. – Feb. 4th, 2010 – Hudson Entertainment’s upcoming J-horror-inspired game Calling, for WiiTM, has gone gold and is set for release on March 9, 2010 for a retail price of $39.99. In Calling, published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American subsidiary of HUDSON SOFT, players are tasked to discover the secret behind the mysterious “Black Page” website where creepy beings stray in the space between life and death.

“We’re on schedule to bring chills to gamers when Calling ships to stores on March 9th,” said Mike Pepe, Director of Marketing of Hudson Entertainment. “The game is a bit of a deferment from the traditional Hudson games, and we’re really looking forward to seeing how Hudson fans receive it.”

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Kraków, February 3rd 2010

Teyon announced today that starting from Monday, February 8th, Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games will be available through the WiiWare™ service in the North America. The game will be offered with a 500 Wii Points™ price tag.

Play together with Hubert the Teddy Bear and confront crafty bunnies. Challenge them in 8 winter activities including games such as a sledge ride, snow fight, fishing or bunny chase. Create your own teddy bear and customize it to fit your style. Play solo or with your family and friends in multi-player modes. Even 16 players can take part in a competition! Thanks to the balanced levels of difficulty everyone can enjoy the game. This collection of casual winter sports will provide all members of your family with a new game-play experience.

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