Monster Strike 3DS – lots of content, local play, more
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
This week’s issue of Famitsu features an interview with Koki Kimura, the producer on Monster Strike for 3DS. Kimura touched on the amount of content in the game, confirmed plans for local multiplayer, and more. Our translation of Kimura’s comments are below.
On how much volume there is in the game…
When it comes to the RPG section, we are anticipation there’s as much volume as in a usual title. Of course, we are also considering creating content that you can enjoy even after finishing the storyline. By the way, we don’t have plans to implement a similar payment system to the mobile version.
On how the story progresses…
It’s still a secret. Although this game and the anime shares the same world and characters, the target audience is a little different. The anime is targeted to middle school boys, while this title is created so that younger people, even elementary school students, can enjoy the game.
On whether it uses connections such as the Internet…
We are planning to support local play in this title so that players that gather together can enjoy the game. I’d also like to use the StreetPass function of the Nintendo 3DS.
On whether systems and monsters from the mobile version appear in the game…
Although the systems and monsters in the 3DS version are created based on the mobile game, there are original elements like exploring villages, so we are planning to add things that aren’t in the mobile version. For that reason I’d want people that have played the mobile game to enjoy this title and of course kids who don’t have a smartphone, too. Please look forward to follow-up information.
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Over 312,000 Animal Crossing amiibo card packs sold in Japan, more on HHD sales
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 11 Comments
Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer sold 523,000 copies in its first week in Japan (four days to be exact). According to Media Create, it saw a sell through rate of 76.29 percent.
When Animal Crossing: New Leaf launched it Japan, it managed to move just over 600,000 copies. It also sold through 96.09 percent of its initial shipment. While Happy Home Designer didn’t quite reach the same amount of success, it still performed very well – especially for a spin-off title. Happy Home Designer also boosted 3DS hardware sales, as the system’s sales essentially doubled compared to the previous week.
That’s not all from Media Create. The sales tracker reveals that more than 312,000 packs of Animal Crossing amiibo cards were sold in Japan between July 30 and August 2. As previously reported, the cards have been seeing significant shortages in the country.
Dragon Quest VIII screenshots
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments
We have a few more screenshots of Dragon Quest VIII on 3DS. Each image can be seen in the gallery below.
More: Dragon Quest VIII, Japan, Square Enix
7th Dragon III Code: VFD world introduction trailer
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 1 Comment
SEGA prepared a new trailer for 7th Dragon III Code: VFD today showing the game’s world. View it below.
More: 7th Dragon III Code: VFD, Japan, SEGA
Tons of Monster Hunter X screenshots and art
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments
Capcom released a massive amount of screenshots and art from Monster Hunter X today. We primarily get a look at the game’s weapons and Hunting Styles. View the full set below.
More: Capcom, Japan, Monster Hunter X
Japan: top 20 best-selling games for 3DS, series sales
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 5 Comments
Even more Japanese sales data has come in from Famitsu.
First up, here are the top 20 best-selling games for the 3DS in Japan (lifetime):
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] Yo-kai Watch 2: Shin Uchi
07. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate #
08. [3DS] Mario Kart 7
09. [3DS] New Super Mario Bros. 2 #
10. [3DS] Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
11. [3DS] Super Mario 3D Land #
12. [3DS] Tomodachi Life #
13. [3DS] Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate #
14. [3DS] Puzzle & Dragons Z
15. [3DS] Yo-kai Watch
16. [3DS] Dragon Quest VII: Warriors of Eden
17. [3DS] Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon
18. [3DS] Dragon Quest Monsters: Terry no Wonderland 3D #
19. [3DS] Dragon Quest Monsters 2: Iru to Ruka no Fushigi na Fushigi na Kagi #
20. [3DS] Kirby Triple Deluxe
Upcoming Japanese eShop releases (8/19/15)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Several new titles are coming to the Japanese eShop on August 19. Here’s a look at the upcoming digital downloads:
Wii U Download
Never Alone – 1,500 yen
Wii U Virtual Console
Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards (N64, 1,028 yen)
Magical Vacation (GBA, 702 yen)
Super Gussun Oyoyo (Super Famicom, 823 yen)
Magical Tree (MSX, 823 yen)
3DS Download
Chronus Arc – 800 yen
Fight On, Mr. Pig! – 864 yen
Success! Care Worker Exam 2016 Edition – 2,800 yen
More: Japan, Virtual Console
Splatoon Koshien 2016 tournament announced for Japan
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 3 Comments
Nintendo has shared some news regarding a Splatoon tournament for Japan. Earlier today, the company announced “Splatoon Koshien 2016”.
More details about Splatoon Koshien 2016 are expected on August 19. However, Nintendo has said that players will compete in teams of four, and there will be no age requirement. That’s all for now!
More Yo-Kai Watch Busters commercials
Posted on 9 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, Videos | 4 Comments
Level-5 released another round of live-action Yo-Kai Watch Busters commercials. Check them out below:
More: Japan, Level-5, Yo-Kai Watch Busters
Super Mario 30th anniversary soundtrack revealed, out in Japan next month
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Super Mario Bros. is getting a soundtrack in honor of its 30th anniversary. In Japan, the two-disc set is due out on September 13. Pricing is set at 3,240 yen.
Here’s the lineup of games featured in the soundtrack:
Super Mario Bros.
Super Mario Bros. 2
Super Mario Bros. 3
Super Mario Land
Super Mario World
Super Mario USA
Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
Super Mario 64
Super Mario Sunshine
New Super Mario Bros.
Super Mario Galaxy
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Super Mario Galaxy 2
Super Mario 3D Land
New Super Mario Bros. 2
New Super Mario Bros. U
Super Mario 3D World
Super Mario Maker (bonus track)
There’s no word on this time about the soundtrack’s availability outside of Japan.
