This week’s issue of Famitsu shares more on Genei Ibun Roku #FE. Along with two brand new characters, we have news about three new Mirages.
Below is information about the latest characters, courtesy of Gematsu:
– Mamori Minamoto (voiced by Kaori Fukuhara) – A talent and Mirage Master that belongs to the same public entertainment office as the protagonists. She’s an elementary school student that likes Showa era songs and clothing.
– Barry Goodman (voiced by Yuichi Nakamura) – A once popular musician who’s come to Japan in search of otaku culture. Following his retirement, he works with the protagonists as a trainer.
Finally, Famitsu confirms that Tharja, Virion, and Draug will be included in Genei Ibun Roku #FE as Mirage characters. The first two are from Fire Emblem: Awakening while the latter debuted in the very first game. Tharja is Kiria Kurono’s Mirage while Virion belongs to Eleonora Yumizuru and Draug is Mamori Minamoto’s Mirage.
According to this week’s issue of Jump, Monster Strike on 3DS is releasing in Japan on December 17. Pricing is set at 4,500 yen.
The magazine also shares the following tidbits:
– Original protagonists/characters
– New monster in the 3DS game: Kagutsuchi
– Each monster will have its own cut-ins not featured in the smartphone version
– Battle screen is shown sideways
– Game balance changes
– 4 main characters
– 1 monster for each character
– Monsters are in pixelated form
– This was done so that players could more easily see the monsters
– Stereoscopic 3D is supported
Bandai Namco published a new set of Taiko Drum Master: Atsumete Tomodachi Daisakusen screenshots today. We’ve rounded them up in the gallery below.
Nintendo of Europe issued a new trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes. View it below.
If you’d like to learn more about Tri Force Heroes, head past the break. We’ve included a lengthy recap of information straight from Nintendo.
Every so often, Nintendo changes the music that plays when you’re browsing the Wii U eShop. Today marks the release of another new tune. Give it a listen:
Update: Added pack shots of the games. Check out the gallery at the bottom of this post.
Several 3DS games will join the “Nintendo Selects” program, which means that they will be available at a reduced price at retail:
28th September, 2015 – Nintendo Selects is a range of popular Nintendo games offered at great value. Whether you want to discover a game you may have missed the first time around or simply just get a great deal ahead of Christmas, the Nintendo Selects range offers varied gaming experiences at a value offering. With over 20 classic Wii titles already available to enjoy as part of the Nintendo Selects range for Wii and Wii U, that line-up is set to expand and get even bigger on 16th October when Nintendo 3DS games, playable on the Nintendo 3DS family of handheld systems including Nintendo 2DS, join the Nintendo Selects range for the very first time.
Nintendo of Europe is set to re-release six of the most popular games for the Nintendo 3DS, which have sold a combined total of over 3.8 million units across Europe to date. The line-up is set to include:
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds: Following on from the 1992 Super NES title The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, discover a new story in the kingdom of Hyrule. Armed with new items and the ability to move across walls as if he were painted on them, Link must conquer perilous dungeons in his quest to restore peace to two very different worlds.
Star Fox 64 3D: The Star Fox team returns for one of its greatest missions, originally released as Lylat Wars in Europe. Blast enemies as you fly through ruined cityscapes and dense meteor fields, and take on friends in local multiplayer in this action-packed 3D shooter.
nintendogs + cats: Have you ever wanted to play with puppies and kittens in the palm of your hand? Look after a range of breeds, teach them tricks, enter them in different challenges and activities, and dress them up in a range of accessories. Different breeds are available to choose at the start of each of the game’s three versions: French Bulldog, Toy Poodle, and Golden Retriever. All breeds can be unlocked in all versions.
Mario Tennis Open: Thrilling tennis action for up to four players, either online or in Local Play. Run your opponent ragged with topspin, backspin, lobs and more, then get in position to pull off a stunning Chance Shot that’s sure to leave them completely bamboozled!
Yoshi’s New Island: Yoshi and Baby Mario are reunited for a free-wheeling platform adventure packed with classic Yoshi gameplay, all wrapped up in a collection of dreamy art styles. Hunt high and low for countless collectibles, and even smash through obstacles with the new Mega Eggdozers.
Mario Party: Island Tour: A content-packed party in your pocket! Dive into 80 hilarious new minigames and share the fun with friends via Download Play, where four people can party on together with just one Game Card between them.
Owners of a handheld system in the Nintendo 3DS family, including Nintendo 2DS, can look forward to great games at great value when these six Nintendo 3DS titles join the Nintendo Selects range for the very first time across Europe on 16th October.
This week’s Wii U/3DS specific charts are as follows:
Wii U
1. Super Mario Maker – Nintendo
2. Skylanders Superchargers – Activision Blizzard
3. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
4. Splatoon – Nintendo
5. Yoshi’s Woolly World – Nintendo
6. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U – Nintendo
7. Disney Infinity 3.0 – Disney Interactive Studios
8. Mario Party 10 – Nintendo
9. Lego Jurassic World – Warner Bros. Interactive
10. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo
3DS
1. Pokemon Alpha Sapphire – Nintendo
2. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
3. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo
4. Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Nintendo
5. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
6. Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask – Nintendo
7. Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS – Nintendo
8. Lego Jurassic World – Warner Bros. Interactive
9. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
10. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate – Capcom
Source: Chart-Track
This week’s UK software sales are as follows:
Individual Formats
All Formats
Source: Chart-Track
Another Monday means another update to Pokemon Shuffle. Several events, including the Mega Charizard one, came to an end today. If you placed high enough, you can claim your Charizardite Y today if you check in.
Keldeo makes a return to the game, having previously been available a couple of months ago. You’ve got one week to catch it.
Finally, Latias is available for the first time via an escalation battle. As per usual, the stage’s level goes up by one each time you beat it, as does Latias’ capture chance. Of interest, however, is that Latias’ Mega Stone, Latiasite, is also available in this stage. You have to beat this escalation battle at level 50 to get it.
