Splatoon soundtrack being released in Japan
Posted on 9 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Wii U | 7 Comments
Update: Added the reversible covers and some more info.
Splatoon is a huge hit, especially in Japan, and its unique musical style is definitely a big part of that. It’s not a big surprise then that the soundtrack, titled “Splatune”, will soon be available to buy in Japan. It will be released by famous publisher Kadokawa on October 21st for 3,456 yen.
Its two discs will include 61 songs – 37 music tracks, 10 jingle tracks and 14 sound effect tracks. It will also come with a booklet featuring comments from the development staff and additional reversible covers. Check those out in the gallery below.
More: Japan, Official Soundtrack, Splatoon
More Dragon Quest VIII footage
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Dragon Quest VIII gameplay was once again showcased by Denjin Getcha. Check out the latest footage below.
More: Dragon Quest VIII, Japan, Square Enix
Pokemon Shuffle now available on Android and iOS in Japan
Posted on 9 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in Mobile, News | 8 Comments
Today marks the release date of Pokemon Shuffle on mobile devices – specifically for Android and iOS devices in Japan. A Western release date has not yet been announced.
You won’t be able to transfer your save data from the 3DS version, and competition rankings are separate for both versions.
More: Japan, Pokemon Shuffle
Daily Super Mario Maker video (August 24th): Afterimages
Posted on 9 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
Nintendo uploaded another Super Mario Maker video to their Japanese Twitter account. This one focuses on the “afterimages” of Mario that let you see his exact movement, which helps you plan the jumps needed to complete the levels you make. Check it out below:
More: Japan, Super Mario Maker
First Taiko Drum Master: Atsumete Tomodachi Daisakusen details and screenshots
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
Famitsu has shared concrete details about Taiko Drum Master: Atsumete Tomodachi Daisakusen for Wii U.
Here’s what we know thus far:
– New “Tomodachi Daisakusen!” mode (“The Great Friend Operation” mode)
– In the mode, Kacchan becomes the hero and must collect lots of friends in order to become the most popular person in the neighborhood
– Do so by meeting friends in towns
– Become close with people by performing songs and building up the “Nakayoshi Gauge” (“Good Friends Gauge”)
– The friends you make will turn up at the Wada House
– Popular features like “Mecha-Don Gasha” (lottery to unlock new songs and costumes), “Baton Touch Ensou” (four players performing the same song), “Intro Don” (four player mode where you guess a song just by hearing its intro), and costume changes will also return
And here are the first screenshots from the game:
Head past the break for a listing of the initial confirmed songs. The game will feature J-Pop, anime, video games, and more.
Grasshoppers beat out ants in Splatoon’s fourth Japanese Splatfest
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Splatoon’s fourth Japanese Splatfest wrapped up a few hours ago. The results are in, and we now know that grasshoppers were victorious over ants.
Grasshoppers were victorious in both popularity (61 percent) and wins (53 percent). That led to an overall score of 273 points compared to the ants’ total of 227 points.
Latest Taiko no Tatsujin game announced for Wii U
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Bandai Namco has announced the latest Taiko no Tatsujin game for Wii U. A live stream held just a short while ago revealed the existence of Taiko Drum Master: Atsumete ? Tomodachi Dai Sakusen! for Nintendo’s console.
Bandai Namco will be releasing a special 15th anniversary box for all first-print copies, pictured below. It will come with several bonuses in addition to the game. You’ll also notice that the box has an amiibo logo.
Additionally, Studio Ghibli is creating a special short animation that will be included with the game. Here’s some promotional art:
We’re sadly a bit short on game details at the moment. However, it’s confirmed that the title is heading to Japan on November 26. We should be getting another update in the near future.
7th Dragon III: Code VFD new trailer, shows off character creation tools
Posted on 9 years ago by Brady(@emitremmus22) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
SEGA of Japan have posted a new trailer for 7th Dragon III: Code VFD, the newest entry in the RPG series for 3DS. The trailer details the character creation tools. Check it out below.
More: 7th Dragon III Code: VFD, Japan, SEGA
Media Create software sales (8/10 – 8/16) – Top 50
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 3 Comments
This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
01./01. [3DS] Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer #
02./02. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch Busters: Red Cat Team / White Dog Squad
03./03. [WIU] Splatoon
04./04. [3DS] Rhythm Heaven: The Best+
05./06. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition
06./08. [WIU] Mario Kart 8 #
07./07. [3DS] Fire Emblem Fates: Birthright / Conquest
08./09. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf #
09./05. [PSV] Luminous Arc: Infinity
10./14. [WIU] Yoshi’s Woolly World #
11./11. [PS3] Sengoku Basara 4: Sumeragi #
12./15. [PSV] Taiko no Tatsujin: V Version
13./18. [3DS] Pokemon Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire
14./19. [3DS] Super Run For Money Tousouchuu Atsumare! Saikyou no Tousou Monotachi
15./16. [3DS] Great Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney – Naruhodou Ryuunosuke no Bouken #
16./23. [3DS] Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
17./25. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition
18./10. [PSV] IA/VT: Colorful #
19./24. [3DS] Style Savvy 3: Kira Kira Coord
20./30. [3DS] Dragon Ball Z: Extreme Butoden
More: charts, Japan, Media Create, sales
Collectible Badge Center adds Pushmo badges and more
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 1 Comment
Collectible Badge Center’s latest update puts the focus on Pushmo. Five panels including replacement icons for the pre-installed software have been added. Additionally, Nintendo is distributing new Super Mario panels.
