Moving on from Patreon
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Site updates | 21 Comments
It’s kind of amazing what a year can do. At this time last year, I was seriously concerned about Nintendo Everything’s future. I wasn’t sure if the site would continue, and for how long. That was really just the result of the society we live in. I love working on the site each day (well, aside from never sleeping!), but because of our poor financial situation, it would have been impossible to continue at our current pace.
That’s why we ended up trying Patreon last year. It did definitely help NE out a bit, and I can’t stress enough that I’m extremely thankful to those who contributed. But now I’m very happy to say that we no longer need any donations. Some elements came together extremely quickly this week where I now feel much better regarding the site’s financial state. I have no idea what will happen down the road, but for now, things are looking great.
We do have one last order of business! Our final giveaway winner is Jacob Turkowitch. We’ll be in touch shortly to arrange the sending of your prize.
Once again, thank you for the support during this past year!
PlayEveryWare bringing Olympia Rising to Wii U, Jewel Quest also hitting the eShop
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
Olympia Rising is coming to Nintendo’s console courtesy of Elliot Quest Wii U developer PlayEveryWare, the studio’s Thomas O’Connor has revealed to Nintendo Everything. The company partnered with creator Paleozoic Games to port and publish on the eShop. It should be available “in all regions” sometime in April.
Originally released last year, Olympia Rising is a 2D action-platformer featuring the young warrior Iola. After meeting an untimely end, she’s found herself in the Underworld. Iola can use a jumping and attack mechanic to take down enemies and help climb the Underworld with great maneuverability.
Here’s a trailer for Olympic Rising:
PlayEveryWare has also told Nintendo Everything that the match-3 puzzle title Jewel Quest is coming to Wii U. While PlayEveryWare worked on the port, iWin will be publishing. O’Connor anticipates that a release date will be shared “very soon.”
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My Nintendo Picross – The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess on the way
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 15 Comments
The 3DS is getting another Picross entry from Jupiter based on a specific Nintendo game. Later this month, My Nintendo Picross – The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess will be launching.
This news originated from Twitter user Cellenseres, who found My Nintendo Picross – The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess sitting on Nintendo’s servers (U.S., U.K.) – similar to how Twilight Princess HD was leaked last year. This would be a reward for the My Nintendo service launching later this month. What was uncovered lists a tentative March 31 release date.
This leak also comes with the 3DS icon and main menu screenshot. There are options for standard “Picross”, “Mega Picross”, and “Micross”. Also included is a “How to Play” area, plus icons for Miiverse and settings.
If we hear anything additional about My Nintendo Picross – The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, we’ll be sure to let you know.
Masuda: Pokemon GO “will bring about a new kind of experience” compared to existing games
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 5 Comments
Game Freak’s Junichi Masuda spoke about a number of general Pokemon topics in this month’s issue of GamesMaster. He also commented specifically on Pokemon GO a bit as well, in which he stated that the game “will bring about a new kind of experience, different from that of existing Pokemon titles”.
Masuda’s full comments:
“Amongst other things, this year will see the launch of Pokémon Go – a groundbreaking mobile game that will encourage fans to search far and wide in the real world to discover Pokémon. Players will be able to catch, trade, and battle in the real world by utilizing location information.
“I have been involved personally in the project. It is a game where players can search, trade and battle Pokémon in the real world. I think Pokémon Go will bring about a new kind of experience, different from that of existing Pokémon titles, allowing players to explore their own neighborhoods, searching for Pokémon together with their friends. It is in this way that we hope that Pokémon Go, which will be released in 2016, will provide new enjoyment to our fans.”
Niantic was originally planning on hosting a Pokemon GO session at GDC. However, those plans were cancelled so that the team could focus on the game itself. A field test for Pokemon GO will be held in Japan later this month.
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Maya Fey revealed for Ace Attorney 6
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 20 Comments
Capcom is currently hosting a live stream for Ace Attorney 6 to reveal new information about the game. The game’s second trailer was just shown, and we have confirmation about another returning character: Maya Fey.
Here are some images of Maya in Ace Attorney 6:
And some footage:
Pearl Fey will also be featured in some form in Ace Attorney 6. Miles Edgeworth and Klavier Gavin will be in pre-order episodes.
New character Potdino Niwackus was also shown during today’s stream:
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[Let’s Talk] March 2016 Nintendo Direct thoughts
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Let's Talk | 80 Comments
Let’s Talk #41: March 2016 Nintendo Direct thoughts
This week’s Nintendo Direct was the first time in awhile that we saw a new presentation that wasn’t about a specific game. A Pokemon broadcast was held just last week, and there was the Smash Bros. video back in December. However, the last actual Direct covering multiple games was held back in November.
Nintendo shared news about both of its current platforms, Wii U and 3DS. In terms of announcements, Paper Mario: Color Splash and Kirby: Planet Robobot were the big ones here. SNES support was also revealed for the New 3DS Virtual Console. That’s in addition to localization of Monster Hunter Generations and Rhythm Heaven Megamix, release dates for games such as Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE and Mario & Sonic Wii U, updates for Super Mario Maker and Splatoon, and more.
Nintendo Directs are always big events, so today’s Let’s Talk is dedicated to this week’s presentation. Were you happy with what was shown? Or maybe you were looking for something more/else? Regardless of how you felt, tell us in the comments below!
Highlights from last week’s topic: What do you want to see from Pokemon Sun/Moon?
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More Kirby: Planet Robobot details
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 46 Comments
Following this week’s Nintendo Direct, the Japanese Kirby: Planet Robobot site opened. More details about the game are included there.
In Kirby: Planet Robobot, Haltmann Works Company which controls a robot army turned Kirby and his homeland Planet Popstar into a world mixed with mechanisms. Kirby goes on an adventure to return the world to its original green nature.
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Universal Studios Japan – 40 billion yen for Nintendo attractions, finish by 2020
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 17 Comments
A bit of new information about Universal and Nintendo’s partnership was reported last month. At the time, it was confirmed that the collaboration between the two sides would extend to Japan. Sankei West shares a few more nuggets on this front in a new article.
Universal Studios Japan plans to spend 40 billion yen (should be roughly $350 million if I’m converting correctly!) on Nintendo attractions, which will be housed on the left side of the park’s main gate. The plan is to have the work done by 2020 in time for the Summer Olympics. It’s a large-scale investment – about the same scale as the Harry Potter-themed area that opened in July 2014.
The music of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD – Hyrule Field and Midna themes
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 2 Comments
Nintendo uploaded a couple of musical pieces from The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD to its YouTube page. Below, you can listen to the Hyrule Field and Midna themes. Both feature commentary from composers Toru Minegishi, Koji Kondo, and Asuka Ota.
Zelda: Twilight Princess retrospective – episode 4: “Reborn on Wii U”
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments
Nintendo has concluded its new retrospective video series for The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD. Check out the last episode below, which has a few staff members reflecting on bringing the experience to Wii U.
