Aonuma – Zelda Wii U progressing well, “something new” is key
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This week’s issue of Famitsu has an interview centered around The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD. But of course, the discussion wouldn’t have been complete without a question regarding Zelda Wii U.
When asked about how development is going on the new game by Famitsu, Zelda series producer Eiji Aonuma told the magazine:
“Busy. When we did Skyward Sword for the Wii, at the end stages of development, I was in charge of the characters’ dialogue and the in-game text. And, now as well, it’s like it was then. I had to work on text today, too. But, the game has really taken shape, and things have gotten easier. That means things are progressing well.”
Aonuma added that the keyword/key phrase for the game is “something new.” Ocarina of Time was a huge leap for the Zelda series and since then Aonuma explained:
“I think the base of our secret sauce has always been Ocarina of Time. But this time, the change in flavor will be like going from Japanese food to Western style food. Perhaps, players will be surprised. Please look forward to it, because I think we’ll be able to make ‘something new’ like Ocarina of Time was.”
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Scans roundup – new Taiko Drum Master 3DS, Zero Time Dilemma, more
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This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlighted games include Ace Attorney 6, Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 3, Medabots Girls Mission, Taiko Drum Master: Dokodon! Mystery Adventure, and Zero Time Dilemma. Scans of each title can be found in the gallery below.
Zero Time Dilemma details – story bits, characters, more
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A bunch of Zero Time Dilemma details have leaked out of Famitsu. We have information about the story, characters, and more.
First, a recap of the staff:
Director and Scenario: Kotaro Uchikoshi
Character Designer: Rui Tomono
Sound (Composer): Shinji Hosoe (aka SamplingMasters MEGA)
Note: rest of the post is after the break due to potential spoilers.
Zero Time Dilemma – name, resolving mysteries, extreme scenes, character designer
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As reported earlier today, Zero Time Dilemma has a big feature in this week’s Famitsu. There are details about the game itself as well as an interview with director Kotaro Uchikoshi.
Some excerpts from the interview has now leaked out of Famitsu. Head past the break to see what Uchikoshi said about the name, resolving mysteries, extreme scenes (possibly 3DS’ first CERO-Z-rated game in Japan), and changing character designers.
Famitsu review scores (3/8/16)
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This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
Digimon World: Next Order (PSV) – 8/8/9/8
Citizens of Earth (3DS) – 8/8/7/8
Omerta Code: Tycoon Kai (PSV) – 8/7/7/7
Assault Android Cactus (PS4) – 7/7/7/8
Sebastien Loeb Rally EVO (PS4) – 6/8/7/8
Infinite Dunamis (3DS) – 7/7/8/6
Bingo de Brain Training (3DS) – 6/6/7/5
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Famitsu’s most wanted games (3/6/16)
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart! Dragon Quest XI has dropped down one spot again to number three.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between February 18 and February 24.
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Story of Seasons: Good Friends of Three Villages details – relationships, multiplayer, pets
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This week’s issue of Famitsu shares another update on Story of Seasons: Good Friends of Three Villages. The magazine covers relationships, characters, multiplayer, and even pets.
Rudeus is the groom candidate in Lulucoco Village, is skillful in creating farm circles and renovating houses, and gets along very with the children in town. This village also has the twins Siuca and Iuca as bride candidates who are in charge of a tea house. They’re also Ludus’ childhood friend.
Top 20 best-selling 3DS games in Japan
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In celebration of the 3DS’ fifth anniversary in Japan, Famitsu has a small feature on the system in its latest issue. The magazine shares a listing of the top 20 best-selling games in Japan, complete with lifetime figures for each titles.
Here’s the full listing:
01. [3DS] Pokemon X / Y #
02. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf #
03. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 #
04. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch 2: Ganso / Honke
05. [3DS] Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire
06. [3DS] Monster Hunter X #
07. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch 2: Shin Uchi
08. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate #
09. [3DS] Mario Kart 7
10. [3DS] New Super Mario Bros. 2 #
11. [3DS] Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
12. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch Busters: Red Cat Team / White Dog Squad
13. [3DS] Super Mario 3D Land #
14. [3DS] Tomodachi Life #
15. [3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate #
16. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons Z
17. [3DS] Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer #
18. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch
19. [3DS] Dragon Quest VII: Warriors of Eden
20. [3DS] Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon
Note that this list is based on data collected up to February 21.
Scans roundup – Etrian Odyssey V, new Story of Seasons, more
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This week’s Famitsu scans are now available. Highlighted games include Etrian Odyssey V, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, River City Ransom, and Story of Seasons: Good Friends of Three Villages. Scans of each title can be found in the gallery below.
3DS: Pokemon Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow sold 69,234 units at retail in Japan
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Famitsu has offered up some Japanese sales data about the performance of Pokemon Red, Blue, Green, and Yellow on 3DS. Collectively, the games sold 69,234 units at retail. This is based on download cards sold over a two-day period, so keep in mind that downloads straight from the eShop are not included.
