Update: In Europe, Picross 3D: Round 2 is out in December both physically and digitally. The previous game also comes to the Wii U Virtual Console today in Europe.
Nintendo is finally launching Picross 3D: Round 2 in the west. Additionally, a demo is planned. Picross 3D: Round 2 launches today in the eShop in North America.
Nintendo is working on Tank Troopers, a new title for the 3DS eShop. It’ll be out this winter.
Nintendo has revealed a new set of amiibo due out later this year. Get a look at the various figures above.
A free update to #ACNL will add #amiibo figure & card support! Additionally, a new wave of 50 Animal Crossing amiibo cards will arrive 12/2.
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) September 1, 2016
Two new Pokemon Sun/Moon 2DS bundles will be released in Europe later this year. In today’s Nintendo Direct, it was revealed that they’ll launch alongside the two games.
Super Mario Maker is heading to 3DS, Nintendo has announced. The game will be released on December 2.
Here’s what we know thus far:
– Can play Wii U courses, although not all aspects will be
– Mystery Mushroom costumes will still be Wii U exclusive
– Courses are shared from 3DS by local download and StreetPass
Alolan Rattata has been revealed for Pokemon Sun/Moon as part of the latest Nintendo Direct.
The latest Nintendo 3DS Direct is about to begin, and we only have about an hour to go. Nintendo will be kicking things off at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET / 3 PM in the UK / 4 PM in Europe.
Live streams for the North American, European, and Japanese broadcasts can be viewed below. We’ll also have a live blog going throughout the presentation, courtesy of Jake! New posts will be added to the site when major news drops.
That’s all for now. Enjoy the new Nintendo Direct – it’s been awhile!
North America
Europe
Japan
Live blog
It’s now or never, everyone! Hope your bodies are ready! -Jake
Reggie hinting at 3DS games for 2017!
Pokemon Sun/Moon
- Alola Rattata, which is Dark/Normal is introduced
- Munchlax coming as an early free download for Sun/Moon
- Snorlax has a special Z-move, Pulverizing Pancake
Super Mario Maker coming to 3DS
- Can play Wii U courses, although not all aspects will be
- Mystery Mushroom costumes will still be Wii U exclusive
- Courses are only shared from 3DS by local download and Street Pass
- Releasing on December 2nd, 2016
Mario Party: Star Rush
- Toad Scramble focuses on Toad
- A “pure skill, no dice” coin collection mode
- 7 different modes
- Mario series amiibo compatible
- Download version that lets you play the full game locally as long as one person has a cartridge
- Releasing on November 4th
Animal Crossing: New Leaf
- amiibo update coming out this holiday
- Animal Crossing mini-Direct coming soon
- Other amiibo, not just Animal Crossing compatible
Mii Plaza
- Quick Plaza streamlines gameplay and check in
- Cooking, stock market, exploration, ninja launching, and racing games coming
- Launching after Direct
Tank Troopers
- eShop game, this winter
- Fight in tank
- Includes local play
Picross 3D Round 2
- Demo releasing after Direct
- amiibo compatible
Zelda amiibo
- December 2nd
- 8-bit Link, Link, Toon Link, Toon Zelda
- Will be compatible in Breath of the Wild
Skyward Sword
- Original version releasing on Wii U today, Wii Virtual Console format
Hyrule Warriors Legends
- Phantom Hourglass/Spirit Tracks DLC coming today
- Toon Link’s new weapon is the Sand Wand
- Summons blocks and the train to destroy enemies
- Toon Zelda, inhabits Phantom Body
- New Adventure Map based on Phantom Hourglass
Ace Attorney Spirit of Justice
- eShop download, September 8th
Dragon Quest VII and VIII
- Street Pass in VII lets you explore unique dungeons
- Pre-purchasing VII on eShop gets a special theme
- Out September 16th, videos on YouTube and Dev Discussion at PAX
Yo-Kai Watch 2
- New watch gives new abilities
- Bony Spirits and Fleshy Souls each feature unique Yo-Kai
- Arachnus (Bony Spirits) and Toadul Dude (Fleshy Souls)
- Demo coming mid September, available on the 30th
Disney Magical World 2
- Frozen outfits, available for pre-download
- Disney themes coming to eShop as well
Sonic Boom: Fire and Ice
- 2-character mode, can switch between
- September 27th, comes with DVD with three Sonic Boom episodes
Bill with a beard! He needs a Bill Trimmin’!
Yoshi’s Woolly World coming to 3DS
- Has all the Wii U stages plus more
- Poochy mode, and Poochy pups that help you find secrets
- 30 animated shorts coming with it
- Poochy yarn amiibo
- Both game and amiibo on February 3rd, 2017, including amiibo bundle
Ever Oasis
- Travel between oasis and desert
- Desert is under the reign of “Chaos”
- 2017 release
Mario Sports Super Stars
- soccer baseball golf tennis horse racing
- Local and online multiplayer modes
- Spring 2017
Pikmin game coming to 3DS in 2017
- Side scroller, starring Olimar
- Currently red, blue, yellow pikmin announced
- Action oriented
Nintendo released a new video today showcasing a few European digital game highlights from August 2016. You can watch it below.
Drop Dead Interactive has determined a release date for Gear Gauntlet. In both North America and Europe, the game will be out on September 15. Pricing is set at $10 / €10.
