I’ve come to realize that trying to operate the Wii U while recording is pretty tough. Hopefully this turned out fairly okay though!
Update: Here’s a look at what’s new:
The 2.0 update for Steel Diver: Sub Wars is now available. To obtain it, head on over to the eShop and initiate the patch download. Simple enough!
Nintendo has released a major system update for Wii U, bringing the firmware version up to 5.0.0.
One of the major features introduced in today’s update is the quick start menu. Players can now more easily begin playing games without having to encounter the menu screen.
Other changes/additions include new GamePad Alerts that can be displayed on the GamePad when the Wii U is turned off, the ability to install system updates after they’re finished downloading while the console is in Standby, and more.
Nintendo will be hosting something called the “Tomodachi Life Hangout” on its YouTube channel later this week. It seems as though things will be kicking off on Friday, so hit up the stream above once it’s live.
The Tomodachi Life Hangout appears to be a simple chat hosted by Nintendo of America assistant PR manager Krysta Yang, who will be joined by a few panelists to discuss the game.
Thanks to TruExtent for the tip.
Nintendo has confirmed its E3 2014 Treehouse streaming schedule. As previously mentioned, members of Nintendo of America’s Product Development division will be hosting demos and more throughout the expo.
You can count on hours upon hours of streaming content next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Here’s the specifics of each:
Tuesday, June 10: 11:35 AM PT – 4:00 PM PT
Wednesday, June 11: 9:15 AM PT – 6:00 PM PT
Thursday, June 12: 9:30 AM PT – 5:00 PM PT
Along with game demos of new and previously unannounced titles, there will also be special guest appearances. Shigeru Miyamoto, for example, will be appearing next Tuesday afternoon.
You’ll find a full overview of Nintendo’s Treehouse streaming plans after the break.
Update: Here’s a quote from Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime, for what it’s worth!
“The early response to Mario Kart 8 demonstrates that the best days for Wii U are still ahead. This year’s E3 is just days away, and it will be all about the future games for Nintendo platforms. This milestone is a great place to start!”
In its first weekend, Mario Kart 8 managed to sell more than 1.2 million units worldwide, Nintendo has announced. That number applies to The Americas, Europe, and Japan from May 29 to June 1.
Nintendo of Europe president Satoru Shibata said:
“Such positive early feedback for Mario Kart 8 reinforces the great gameplay experiences that Wii U currently offers. With Nintendo set to showcase its future releases at E3 next week, this is a great milestone going into the summer season.”
Along with today’s announcement, Nintendo shared sales figures for previous Mario Kart entries. The seven older Mario Kart games have combined to sell more than 100 million total units, an average of more than 14 million units per title.
Source: Nintendo PR
While speaking Kotaku, Big Red Button’s CEO and creative director Bob Rafe touched on Sonic’s new look, the public reaction, and what the character means to the studio. Head past the break for a roundup of Rafe’s comments.
