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Pokemon X/Y will be gaining new O-Powers in Japan, thanks to the various Pokemon Centers.

Between November 16 and December 13, players can obtain Capture Power, Bargain Power and Prize Money Powers. Each one is set at level 3.

Also, between December 14 and January 11, Pokemon Centers will be providing Capture Power, EXP. Point Power and Hatching Power. Once again, the each one maintains level 3.

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Along with today’s screenshot, Sakurai passed along the following message on Miiverse:

“Let’s try out the obstacle course today!”

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Ubisoft has lifted the embargo on Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, and as such, reviews are starting to pour in. You can find a roundup of verdicts below.

CVG – 9 / 10
DigitalSpy – 4 / 5
EDGE – 9 / 10
Eurogamer – 9 / 10
GameInformer – 8.25 / 10
GameSpot – 9 / 10
GamesRadar – 4.5 / 5
IGN – 8.5 / 10
Joystiq – 4 / 5
Kotaku – “Yes”
NintendoWorldReport – 9.0 / 10
NowGamer – 8 / 10
Polygon – 7.5 / 10
Shacknews – 8 / 10
Videogamer – 7 / 10

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Nintendo has officially revealed the Zelda 3DS XL bundle for North America. The package, which includes a specially-designed system and a digital copy of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, goes on sale on November 22. Pricing is set at $219.99.

Thankfully, it appears that the product will not be exclusive to GameStop. You should be able to find the bundle at most major retailers.

For the official announcement, head past the break.

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As promised, Nintendo has aired a Nintendo Direct for Band Brothers P. Below are a collection of details shared during the presentation:

– Vocaloid Iwata is introducing us to the game. Moving over to Polygon Iwata.
– Control options include buttons and using the touchscreen as guitar or drums. Introducing us to various instruments.
– The game can be enjoyed over local and online play.
– Like previously mentioned, you can make a vocaloid singer. This will allow you to simulate singing and play another special touchscreen version.
– The SD card can save up to 3000 songs and you use tomatoes to download songs.
– Just like the previous game, there are radio studios which you can listen to with fav songs. Genres now as well.
– Up to January 31, it is possible to import songs from the Deluxe version. Does require some information though.
– Songs can be uploaded to YouTube, so that people with portable devices can look at them.
– Circling through the four featured artists. They seem excited about it.

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This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:

Rocksmith 2014 Edition (PS3/360) – 9/9/9/9
Metal Max 4 (3DS) – 9/9/9/8
NBA 2K14 (PS3/360) – 9/9/8/8
Akiba’s Trip 2 (PS3/PSV) – 9/8/8/8
Onechanbara Z: Kagura With NoNoNo (PS3) – 8/9/8/7
Wonderbook: Book of Spells (PS3) – 8/7/8/8
Exstetra (3DS) – 8/8/7/7
Glass Heart Princess: Platinum (PSP) – 8/8/8/6
Tamagotchi! Seishun no Dream School (3DS) – 8/7/8/6

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Marvelous AQL has shared new details about Harvest Moon: Connect to a New Land. This time around, we learn more about the protagonists and potential life-partners included in the game. You can find an information roundup with new images below.

Protagonist (Male)

– Loves being outdoors
– Grew up playing by beaches and mountains
– Showed an interest in doing work as a rancher
– Moved into Oak Town
– First time taking care of crops and handling animals
– Curious young man who’s always eager to learn more

Protagonist (Female)

– New resident in Oak Town
– Interested in doing work as a rancher as well
– Kind-hearted
– Loves taking care of animals and raising crops
– No matter how difficult a task, the pure-hearted young girl will always do her best with the brightest of smiles

Lilly

– One of the marriage candidates
– Weather forecaster
– Energetic personality
– Loves children
– Also works as a sing-along lady for a children’s program
– Cares for her younger sister and spends time with the elderly on her days off
– Popular woman in Oak Town
– Brings smiles wherever she goes

Raegar

– Another marriage candidate
– Young man who works as a chef at the restaurant
– Busybody who acts upon his impulses
– Confident in his culinary skills
– Dashing good looks and easy-going personality
– Often surrounded by other ladies
– For this reason, he may come off as one who likes to fool around, but he’s actually quite the serious person, deep down

Another note: Consumers who pick up a first print copy of Harvest Moon: Connect to a New Land will receive a special Angora Rabbit charm strap.

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