Mario Kart ‘s first big DLC release is upon us and is available for download in all regions. The update comes in at 221MB and while the full change log is not available yet, we know that it grants access to the first DLC pack (once purchased) as well as adding amiibo support. For those downloading the DLC, it’s an additional 687MB
Today Sakurai shared an interesting tidbit about the archiving of character reveals that were shown off in the months leading up to release. Previously shown through live streams, it looks like the reveals will also be available to watch in-game:
He goes on:
You can even re-watch videos that play after you clear Classic mode and Allstar mode. This is a list of videos which are unlocked when you clear certain things. They tend to be short, but you’ll get a lot of information if you play them all in one sitting.
This week’s issue of Famitsu has an interview with Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma. While much of the discussion focused on Majora’s Mask, the magazine also managed to ask a couple of questions about Zelda Wii U.
Aonuma mentioned that many styles were considered to suit a Zelda game set in a wide world before deciding on the current visuals. On the topic of graphics, Aonuma teases: “Now it looks more amazing than what was shown at E3.”
Aonuma additionally notes that the enemy shown in the debut trailer is something not previously seen in the series as you have to come up with a strategy while escaping on horse. He stresses that “If an enemy like this appears, how would you beat it?” is a situation which the team has tried to include in the game.
So when will we see Zelda for Wii U again? Aonuma thinks that Nintendo may have new things to show at E3 next year.
This week’s video additions to the Wii U/3DS eShops are as follows:
Wii U
Xavier Trailer
Stealth Inc 2: A Game of Clones Developer Diary #3 Co-op
amiibo February Figures Overview
Tomodachi Life Wish List Video
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Danger of the Ooze Launch Video
Tetris Ultimate Trailer
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Trailer 3
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Trailer 2
Sonic Boom Launch Trailer
Retro City Rampage New Features Trailer
Super Mario Advance Trailer
SDK Paint Trailer
Shuttle Rush Trailer
Sportsball Trailer
Sportsball Gameplay Trailer 1
Sportsball Gameplay Trailer 2
Nintendo Minute – Mario Kart 8 DLC
Woah Dave! IndieCade 2014 Interview
Affordable Space Adventures – IndieCade 2014 Interview
Mario Kart 8 DLC Pack #1 Info Trailer
The Swapper Launch Trailer
3DS
Stealth Inc 2: A Game of Clones Developer Diary #3 Co-op
amiibo February Figures Overview
I’ve Got to Run: Complete Edition! Trailer
Tomodachi Life Wish List Video
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Danger of the Ooze Launch Video
Tetris Ultimate Trailer
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Trailer 3
LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Trailer 2
Sonic Boom Launch Trailer
Retro City Rampage New Features Trailer
Nintendo Minute – Mario Kart 8 DLC
Woah Dave! IndieCade 2014 Interview
Affordable Space Adventures – IndieCade 2014 Interview
Pokemon Puzzle Challenge Trailer
Source: Wii U/3DS eShops
Hori previously announced red and green Super Mario Bros. controllers that are made with Smash Bros. Wii U in mind. A yellow, Pikachu-themed controller is also in the works.
The Pikachu controller plugs into a Wiimote like the Mario Bros. versions. It will be compatible with Smash Bros. Wii U and features the turbo function with three speed settings.
The controller goes on sale in Japan on December 20. Pricing is set at 3,434 yen.
CoroCoro’s latest issue has started to leak. In some of the new scans, we get a look at many of the Legendary Pokemon in Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire. Deoxys will be available in the game at some point called Episode Delta.
CoroCoro also provides a first look at a character named Hikane. Hikane travels with a Whismur and has Salamence.
GameStop has big plans ahead for Super Smash Bros. on Wii U. This Friday, the retailer will be holding demo events from 6 PM to 9 PM. There will also be midnight launches at select locations – find your closest store here.
Despite having only been announced last week, Famitsu already has an update on The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask 3D. The magazine spoke with longtime Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma about the remake.
A portion of Famitsu’s interview covers Majora Mask 3D’s origins. According to Aonuma, after Ocarina of Time 3D released, they considered what to develop next. Shigeru Miyamoto came to Aonuma and said, “If we ported Majora’s Mask to a portable device, wouldn’t it play more smoothly than the original as it is possible to put the game in sleep mode at any time?”
Nintendo confirmed during last week’s Nintendo Direct that Kirby and the Rainbow Curse is launching in North America sometime in February. However, a specific date wasn’t shared… until today.
Over on the official Nintendo Console Gaming Facebook page, the company said that Kirby and the Rainbow Curse will be available on February 13. The full post is as follows:
Japan will be the first to receive Kirby and the Rainbow Curse, as the game is launching in that territory on January 22.
Thanks to Phil S for the tip.
