Generally, Japanese stock market index Nikkei doesn’t bring too much in terms of major gaming announcements, but today it brings two. First, we learned of a new DSi model, and now a report from the index tells that Capcom is going to bring their high-end engine, MT Framework, over to Wii. The engine has powered such games as Resident Evil 5 and Lost Planet 2, and it looks as though the company is interested in using the move to not only increase production efficiency, but to include Wii versions of more of their multiplatform games.
As of now, there is no news on what games would be using the engine on Wii, but if you had to speculate, where would your predictions lay?
Acclaimed Japanese newspaper Nikkei published an article in today’s paper regarding a new DSi model. In terms of functionality, it will be exactly the same as what is available on the market now. However, the size of the screen will be augmented to 4″. The price won’t be changing either – In Japan, the “new” DSi will cost 18900 yen. There’s no word yet if this model will release in other territories, although it is currently under discussion.
THAT’S THE WAY UBISOFT® LIKES IT
Unveils Full Just DanceTM Tracklist
SAN FRANCISCO – October 26th, 2009 – Today Ubisoft® unveiled the full tracklist of its WiiTM exclusive brand new dance video game Just DanceTM. Developed by Ubisoft Paris, Just Dance will challenge all those who like to groove, entertaining spectators along the way. To be released worldwide on November 19th, Just Dance features an incredible tracklist including 32 famous tunes from the 60’s to today.
“We gave a very specific attention to the selection of the tracks in Just Dance” said John Parkes, EMEA marketing director at Ubisoft. “Each of the 32 tunes, along with its unique choreography, is linked to the history of music and dance. From Elvis Presley to Katy Perry, from soul to techno, rock to disco, Just Dance tracklist gathers major artists and genres from the 60’s to nowadays, so everyone will find a song they love and want to dance on.”
WiiWare
Tales of Monkey Island – Chapter 3 – 319 blocks
Ghost Mansion Party – 308 blocks
VC
Golden Axe – 42 blocks
Zombies Ate My Neighbors – 20 blocks
DSiWare
PictureBook Games: The Royal Bluff – 47 blocks
SUDOKU – 28
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Update: Check out the first footage here
Nintendo has finally unveiled which secret title they have been working on. Believe it or not, it’s a new Excitebike: World Rally. For WiiWare. It’s receiving an update for the Wii and it’s coming out on November 9. Even better, you’ll be able to compete online with others. You can check out the official announcement on the Nintendo Channel.
Other noteworthy details:
– Track editor returns
– Can play with Wiimote motion sensor
– Also can play classic way
TALES OF MONKEY ISLAND: LAIR OF THE LEVIATHAN AVAILABLE ON WIIWARETM MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
3rd Chapter Available in North America for 1000 Wii Points, European Version Coming Soon
Pirates, giant sea mammals and demonic talking skulls invade the North American WiiWare™ network Monday, October 26 with the release of Tales of Monkey Island: Lair of the Leviathan. The 3rd chapter of the five-part episodic series will be available for 1000 Wii Points ($10) on the Wii Shop Channel.
In the latest chapter, Guybrush finds himself in the belly of the beast (literally) as his quest for the voodoo exfoliating La Esponja Grande takes him through the guts of a giant sea manatee!
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Boo! As the year’s spookiest holiday draws near, this week’s additions to the Wii™ Shop Channel and Nintendo DSi™ Shop are ready to put some extra chills and thrills into your Halloween week. The WiiWare™ service invites you to explore a ghostly mansion or face menacing foes in a new Tales of Monkey Island adventure. On the Virtual Console™, battle zombies and other supernatural creatures in a Super NES™ classic, or ward off evil forces in the legendary arcade game Golden Axe™. For Nintendo DSiWare™ users, a portable PictureBook Games™ title delivers nifty tricks, while sudoku solvers are in for a real treat. And speaking of treats, Wii owners who have their Wii consoles connected to the Internet should check out the Nintendo Week show on Nintendo Channel for an exclusive WiiWare announcement of a fresh take on an 8-bit classic.
