Thanks to Jake for the news tip.
Even though Satoru Iwata’s GDC keynote was filled with great news for hardcore gamers, the Wii storage solution, VC Arcade, and even the announcement of a new Zelda is not the biggest news for today. According to Geoff Keighley, there is still one more surprise. As can be quoted by Mr. Keighley, the big surprise “comes later today.” For clarification purposes, know that this might not necessarily be related to Nintendo.
Line-up includes Two WiiWare titles and FINAL FANTASY series for Wii Virtual Console
GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE, SAN FRANCISCO, CA (25th March, 2009) – Square Enix Co., Ltd. (Square Enix) announced today at the Game Developers Conference (GDC), the forthcoming releases of new downloadable titles including FINAL FANTASY IV: THE AFTER YEARS™ and FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES®: My Life as a Darklord™ for WiiWare™, as well as the FINAL FANTASY® series for the Virtual Console™ for Wii™.
The release of these new downloadable titles represent Square Enix’s recognition of the growing demand for online distribution of content/services, and the commitment they have made to provide content/services that match the needs of their customers.
Today, Nintendo revealed a new type of Zelda game for the DS.
– Similar look to Phantom Hourglass
– Like shown riding on a train
– Dungeon maps available on top screen – action on botton
– Called The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks
– Available this year
– VC being expanded for Arcade titles
– Space Harrier, Gaplus, Star Force, Solvalou, The Tower of Druaga, Mappy, more on the way
– Service launches today
Update: Read the press release here.
Satoru Iwata revealed today that a number of Final Fantasy games will be available for the VC/WiiWare.
– Final Fantasy IV: The After Years releasing for WiiWare later this year
– Final Fantasy titles will become available for the VC
– Sequel to Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King confirmed
It was revealed today that a demo of Rock & Roll Climber, a new WiiWare game from Nintendo, will soon become available.
– Play with Wii Balance Board
– Mountain climbing title – NOT Ice Climber
– Shift weight, reach top of mountain
