The latest issue of GamesMarkt has a report on the European video game software sales during the first half of the year. In it, we learn that both Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS and The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D both made the list in terms of best sellers, coming in at #14 and #16 respectively.

The full chart is posted above. GamesMarkt’s results are based on data collected between January and June.

We also have a look at the top ten publishers for software market share (value):

01 (01) Electronic Arts – 15,05% (18,58%)
02 (03) Nintendo – 12,57% (12,32%)
03 (06) Take-Two Interactive – 10,79% (5,77%)
04 (10) Bandai Namco Entertainment – 9,52% (3,18%)
05 (07) Warner Bros. Interactive – 9,35% (5,26%)
06 (02) Ubisoft – 8,67% (15,07%)
07 (04) Activision Blizzard – 8,19% (9,76%)
08 (05) Sony Computer Entertainment – 7,62% (7,54%)
09 (09) Microsoft – 3,08% (3,59%)
10 (__) Bethesda Softworks – 2,50%

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Nintendo UK’s online store has opened up pre-orders for the Shovel Knight amiibo. Get yours in here. The figure is being sold for £12.99, and will apparently be available starting on November 27.

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In a new announcement published today, Atlus confirmed that Stella Glow is due out in North America on November 17. The game will be sold in stores and on the eShop for $49.99 / CA $59.99.

For the retail version, Atlus is preparing a special “Launch Edition”. This will be available to those who pre-order the game “and a small quantity of launch day copies.”

Here’s an overview of the different goodies included inside:

Hilda’s Crystal Garden Cloth Poster — This is a large poster made of cloth (so it won’t permanently crease by being folded in the package!) that features the striking image of Hilda, the Witch of Destruction posing with her scythe atop a seat of crystals.

Bubu Flexi-Charm — Bubu is the pet pig of the Witch Popo, and hopefully by now you’ve insinuated that it’s super cute (because it is!). The charm is soft vinyl and since Bubu is such a loyal companion, the charm can be attached to whatever needs more piggy goodness. Oh, and it’s a real porker too at approximately 3″ x 3″.

“Song Magic” CD — This is a 5-song disc featuring the vocal themes of the five Witches. The CD will arrive in a separate sleeve featuring artwork from the Witch Tuning sequences from the game.

Collectible Outer Box — Similar to what we did with The Legend of Legacy, all the aforementioned premiums will be included in a large outer box. We didn’t just reuse the 3DS game cover either — the outer box is a new design featuring the protagonist, Alto, and the five Witches. Lisette on the spine of the box is a nice touch, and I once again salute our designers for putting together such a great-looking package.

Check out a new Stella Glow battle trailer below. We also have an overview of the game after the break.

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Retailer listings are indicating that the physical version of Shovel Knight has been delayed. Amazon, Best Buy, and GameStop are now listing the game for November 3 in North America. An October 13 release date had been previously announced.

Of course, we don’t have an official confirmation that Shovel Knight’s physical version has been delayed. If we hear anything from Yacht Club Games, we’ll be sure to let you know.

Thanks to Jared for the tip.

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Another three Zelda: Tri Force Heroes screenshots have hit the series’ official Japanese Twitter account. Find them below.

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Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson landed in North America yesterday. If you purchase the retail version, you’ll receive the “Double D Edition”. Check out an unboxing of the package below.

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This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlighted games include 7th Dragon Code: VFD, Cardfight!! Vanguard G: Stride to Victory!, Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon (also threw in the announcement page for Pokemon Go), and Pro Yakyuu Famista Returns. Scans of each title can be found in the gallery below.

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Rune Factory 4 shipments have topped 250,000 units in Japan, Marvelous has announced. That’s as of the game’s launch in July 2012.

In celebration of the milestone, Rune Factory 4 has been discounted from 5,369 yen to 2,685 yen on the Japanese 3DS eShop. The sale lasts through September 30 at 9:59 AM.

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Family Gamer TV has shared the launch trailer for LEGO Dimensions. Check it out below.

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The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:

New 3DS LL – 21,504
Wii U – 20,891
PS4 – 18,555
Vita – 9,018
New 3DS – 4,214
PS3 – 2,628
3DS – 1,275
3DS LL – 836
Vita TV – 462
Xbox One – 207

For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:

PS4 – 54,494
New 3DS LL – 26,976
Vita – 11,099
Wii U – 10,232
New 3DS – 5,179
PS3 – 2,817
3DS – 1,692
3DS LL – 909
Vita TV – 609
Xbox One – 180

And here are the software charts:

1. [WIU] Super Mario Maker – 138,242 / NEW
2. [3DS] Monster Hunter Diary: Poka Poka Airou Village DX – 59,456 / NEW
3. [PS4] Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain – 42,788 / 336,440
4. [3DS] Dragon Quest VIII – 42,577 / 734,116
5. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch Busters – 39,949 / 1,490,292
6. [PS3] Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain – 22,639 / 140,186
7. [3DS] Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer – 20,733 / 1,010,621
8. [WIU] Splatoon – 17,490 / 643,987
9. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition – 7,379 / 324,420
10. [3DS] Rhythm Heaven: The Best Plus – 7,079 / 462,363
11. [WIU] Mario Kart 8 – 4,923 / 1,122,317
12. [3DS] Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire – 2,948 / 2,695,861
13. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – 2,875 / 4,041,326
14. [3DS] Ultimate NES Remix – 2,835 / 21,437
15. [PS4] Dragon’s Dogma Online – 2,726 / 35,702
16. [PSV] Infinite Stratos 2: Love and Purge – 2,049 / 9,737
17. [3DS] Fire Emblem Fates – 1,910 / 417,060
18. [PSV] Taiko No Tatsujin V Version – 1,818 / 94,811
19. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4G – 1,781 / 15,778
20. [WIU] Yoshi’s Woolly World – 1,737 / 70,619

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