Red Riding Hood hitting the European Wii U eShop on February 12
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Yet another digital title is lined up for release in Europe next week. Red Riding Hood, from Brave Rock Games, is slated for February 12. Pricing is set at €0.90.
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Iwata shares a bit more on Nintendo’s Quality of Life plans
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in General Nintendo, News | 11 Comments
Satoru Iwata opened up a bit more regarding Nintendo’s Quality of Life plans while speaking with Japanese outlet Asahi News. Here’s a brief overview about what was shared, courtesy of Kotaku:
– Game hardware, game software, and health care are Nintendo’s three main pillars
– Iwata: “It’s not necessary to be particular about game hardware”
– Iwata seems to be saying that Nintendo’s health care business doesn’t need to be tied to its video game consoles
– Nintendo considering making a service that analyzes data from its sleep sensor
– Users would be given ways for exercising and eating right
– Iwata: “Leveraging our video game know-how, we’ll make it so even those who have trouble following through can stick with this program and have fun”
– Nintendo believes health care is a way it can reclaim customers
– Nintendo is also thinking of ways to get into the education field
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Xenoblade Chronicles 3D coming to North America on April 10, new trailer
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in New Nintendo 3DS, News | 3 Comments
Nintendo announced today that Xenoblade Chronicles 3D will be available in North America on April 10. Additionally, a new trailer was shared. You can find it above.
Xenoblade Chronicles 3D, the handheld remake of the Wii RPG, launches exclusively for New Nintendo #3DS XL on 4/10! http://t.co/iEpLMb6hz4
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) February 6, 2015
Also, in case you missed it, here’s the news about amiibo/StreetPass support from Nintendo’s Twitter account:
Use StreetPass in #Xenoblade Chronicles 3D to help you earn in-game tokens to unlock music and character models! pic.twitter.com/2jNAOvBalf
— Nintendo UK (@NintendoUK) February 6, 2015
You can also earn in-game tokens in #Xenoblade Chronicles 3D by tapping a Shulk #amiibo to the New Nintendo #3DS pic.twitter.com/J7JXT118uJ
— Nintendo UK (@NintendoUK) February 6, 2015
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Xenoblade Chronicles X – Pro Controller and USB keyboard supported, runs at 720p
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U | 18 Comments
A few more tidbits have come in for Xenoblade Chronicles X thanks to the game’s Japanese eShop listing.
In terms of controllers, both the GamePad and Pro Controller are supported. Off-TV play and Miiverse usage are included. There are also plans for USB keyboard functionality.
Xenoblade Chronicles X’s resolution has also been confirmed. Expect it to run at 720p.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X – up to 32 players can passively exchange info/items, 4-player quests
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U | 29 Comments
We finally have some insight into Xenoblade Chronicles X’s online support. First, up to 32 players can be passively connected to exchange strategic information or items. Xenoblade Chronicles X will also allow four players to take on quests together. This information comes directly from the eShop.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X is 22.7GB
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Xenoblade Chronicles X may ultimately end up as the Wii U’s largest game. Via a listing on the eShop, it’s confirmed that the game takes up 22.7GB of space to download.
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Nintendo unveils another New 3DS Zelda face plate for Japan
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in New Nintendo 3DS, News | 11 Comments
We previously saw one New 3DS Zelda face plate for Japan, which features the Skull Kid. Nintendo unveiled another Zelda-related face plate today, and it looks pretty nice! You can get a look at it above.
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Japanese Xenoblade Chronicles 3D site open, game supports amiibo and StreetPass
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in New Nintendo 3DS, News | 4 Comments
Nintendo has opened the Japanese website for Xenoblade Chronicles 3D. You can find it here.
One interesting note: the page confirms that amiibo will be supported. amiibo (or StreetPass) can be used to obtain tokens, which can be used to draw lots for Collection Mode.
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Here’s what’s inside the Japanese Xenoblade Chronicles X bundle
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U | 16 Comments
That didn’t take long! We now have a look at what’s included in the Japanese Xenoblade Chronicles X Wii U bundle. Nintendo is including a copy of the game, 32GB Wii U console, black GamePad, Xenoblade Chronicles X art book, special map, and a specially-designed 1,000 yen pre-paid card. Check out an image showing off the bundle above.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X Wii U bundle confirmed for Japan, will support pre-load
Posted 9 years ago by Brian in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
It was revealed during today’s Japanese Xenoblade Chronicles X presentation that a bundle for the game is in the works. No photos were shared, but it’s been confirmed that the package will cost 35,000 yen. Xenoblade Chronicles X will also be a game that makes use of the Wii U’s pre-load functionality.