This week’s Wii U/3DS-specific UK software sales are as follows:
Wii U
1. Minecraft: Wii U Edition – Nintendo
2. Mario & Sonic: Rio 2016 Olympic Games – Nintendo
3. New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U – Nintendo
4. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
5. Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Warner Bros. Interactive
6. Splatoon – Nintendo
7. Pokken Tournament – Nintendo
8. The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD – Nintendo
9. Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – Nintendo
10. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo
3DS
1. Monster Hunter Generations – Capcom
2. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo
3. Pokemon Alpha Sapphire – Nintendo
4. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
5. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
6. Pokemon Y – Nintendo
7. Yo-Kai Watch – Nintendo
8. Pokemon X – Nintendo
9. Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon – Nintendo
10. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D – Nintendo
Source: Chart-Track
Miitomo users will be able to get two unique pin accessories based on Splatoon’s Squid Sisters, Callie and Marie. In honor of Marie’s victory in this weekend’s Splatfest, users will recieve a pin for free. Miitomo users only need to launch the app between now and August 1st to recieve it. Callie’s pin will be available in the Miitomo shop from July 25 through July 31.
Nintendo’s stock, which has been enjoying considerable growth since the release of Pokemon GO, took a sharp hit after the company stated on Friday that the success of the game would have only limited impact on the company’s finances. Following the announcement, their stock fell by 17%. Their press release stated that they were not planning to change their annual forecast, and that the game’s upcoming companion device, Pokemon GO Plus, had already been factored in their estimates.
Power Disc Slam has finally been dated for Europe. The game is just a few days away from release, as it should be out on July 28 for €11.99.
Here’s a brief overview for those who haven’t been keeping track of Power Disc Slam:
“Power Disc Slam brings elements of air hockey and throws human players into the mix to create a macro version of the classic game. A wealth of power ups and special challenge levels stir up the gameplay to bring air hockey screaming into the 21st century.”
Power Disc Slam doesn’t have a date in North America as of now, but it should drop soon hopefully.
Splatoon’s final Splatfest drew to a close yesterday. Even though the dust has settled on the last major event, Nintendo ended up making two notable changes to the game.
First, players are now given more bonus points for winning a Regular Battle, earning 1000 points per win (compared to the previous 300). We’re also hearing that by coming out on top in 30 matches, you can acquire a Sea Snail. Judd will keep track of how many battles you win. Talking to him is how you’ll obtain Super Sea Snails.
Pokémon GO has now launched in Hong Kong, continuing its worldwide spread. The official release from the game’s twitter:
#PokemonGO is now available in Hong Kong! Put on your shoes, step outside, and explore the world with Pokémon GO.
— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) July 25, 2016
Nintendo made an announcement a couple of weeks ago that not many saw coming. In November, the company will be bringing back the NES. Nintendo is readying a mini version of its classic console as a plug-and-play device under the name “Nintendo Entertainment System: NES Classic Edition”.
The NES Classic Edition will cost $60, but you’re getting quite a lot for that price. 30 games are included in the box, meaning its $2 for each one. There are some absolute classics in there such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and much more.
How’s everyone feeling about the NES Classic Edition? Will you be picking up one come November? Would you be interested in seeing Nintendo adopt the same idea for some other older systems? Tell us your thoughts below!
Highlights from last week’s topic: Pokemon GO
It’s time for the latest Famitsu‘s most wanted games chart! Zelda: Breath of the Wild moves up another spot this week.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between July 7 and July 13.
