NIS America no longer publishing Atlus games in Europe as relationship terminates
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 12 Comments
MCV has received word from NIS America that the company will no longer be handling the release of Atlus’ titles across Europe. Additionally, going forward, Atlus won’t be distributing any NIS games in America.
NIS America MD Takuro Yamashita said in a statement:
“Around ten days ago, we terminated our alliance with Atlus in Europe and the US. Atlus became very picky about selecting the European publishing partner after it was bought by Sega. It always cherry picked its EU publishing partner based on who offered the highest minimum guarantee on a title by title basis. I noticed that it was very difficult for NIS America to establish an equal-partnership with Atlus. Atlus and its European games have contributed a lot to the expansion of NIS America in Europe. I would like to express my greatest appreciation to them for that.”
NIS America has handled several of Atlus’ titles in Europe. The lineup includes the Etrian Odyssey 3DS titles, Persona Q, nad more.
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Nintendo Download (4/28/16, Europe) – Super Punch-Out!! on New 3DS, Lost Reavers, Mini Mario & Friends, more
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Wii U Download
Lost Reavers – free
Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge – free
PixelMaker – €2.49/ £1.99 / CHF 2.99
Run Run and Die – €3.99/ £3.59 / CHF 5.60
Shutshimi – €9.99/ £6.99 / CHF 10.00
Tap Tap Arcade – €1.99/ £1.79 / CHF 2.80
3DS Retail
Yo-kai Watch (available Friday) – €39.99/ £34.99 / CHF 51.90
3DS Download
Castle Conqueror EX – €3.99
Mini Mario & Friends: amiibo Challenge – free
Sssnakes – €1.99/ £1.79 / CHF 2.80
3DS Virtual Console (New 3DS)
Super Punch-Out!! – €7.99/ £7.19 / CHF 11.20
3DS DLC
SteamWorld Heist – The Outsider – €4.99/ £4.49 / CHF 7.00
eShop Sales
Wii U
– Telsagrad – €10.00/ £9.50 / CHF 13.50 until 18/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €14.99 / £13.99 / CHF 19.99
– Secret Files Tunguska – €6.49/ CHF 9.10 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €9.99 / CHF 14.00
3DS
– World Conqueror 3D – €1.99/ £1.59 / CHF 2.30 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €4.99 / £4.49 / CHF 5.90
– Swords & Soldiers 3D – €1.99/ £1.59 / CHF 2.40 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €6.99 / £5.59 / CHF 8.30
– Tappingo 2 – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €2.99 / £2.39/ CHF 3.50
– The Legend of Dark Witch – Chronicle 2D ACT – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €3.99 / £3.19 / CHF 4.80
– Adventure Bar Story – €2.49/ £1.99 / CHF 2.90 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €4.99 / £3.99 / CHF 5.90
– Castle Conqueror EX – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €3.99 / £3.19 / CHF 4.80
– Fairune – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €2.99 / £2.39 / CHF 3.60
– Demon King Box – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €3.99 / £3.19 / CHF 4.80
– KAMI – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.20 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €2.99 / £2.39 / CHF 3.50
– Witch & Hero – €0.99/ £0.79 / CHF 1.10 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €3.99 / £3.19 / CHF 4.70
– Mercenaries Saga 2 – €2.49/ £1.99 / CHF 2.90 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €4.99 / £3.99 / CHF 5.90
– Conception II – €9.99/ £8.99 / CHF 14.00 until 12/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €29.99 / £24.99 / CHF 38.90
– Real Heroes: Firefighter 3D – €4.99/ £4.49 / CHF 7.00 until 05/05/2016, 22:59 UTC. Regular price €9.99 / £8.99 / CHF 14.00
Permanent Price Drop
Epic Dumpster Bear – €6.49/ £4.99 / CHF 6.99. Previously €9.49/ £7.49 / CHF 9.99
Source: Nintendo PR
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Nintendo Everything comic #6: Readers, we choose you (part 2)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Comics | 44 Comments
After our one-shot with Miyamoto, we’re returning to the “choose your own” adventure we started with Ted a couple of weeks ago. We asked you guys to help us in deciding where to take the comic, and the winning submission was… Bowser, as suggested by Jordan Fricks. We ultimately selected Bowser as we felt it would work best with the story.
Here’s the second part of the comic (click for full size):

And now we want your feedback again! Which Nintendoverse should Ted and Bowser end up in? Let us know in the comments below, and we’ll be back soon with the next part of the story!
[Let’s Talk] Thoughts on Star Fox Zero
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Let's Talk, Wii U | 32 Comments
Let’s Talk #46: Thoughts on Star Fox Zero
Following a half-year delay, Star Fox Zero has finally launched on Wii U. The game just came out in all territories this week. Most of you have probably seen the critical reception at this point, but each person’s experience is their own.
For those of you who have managed to get some time in with Star Fox Zero, what are your impressions thus far? Are you enjoying it, or are you disappointed? The controls have been a big topic of discussions, so how are you finding those. Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
Highlights from last week’s topic: What are you playing? – April 2016
Monster Games working on an unannounced title with “Career” and “Championship” modes
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 7 Comments
Excite Truck developer Monster Games has been working on a new project since at least February of last year which includes both “Career” and “Championship” modes. That’s according to the LinkedIn profile of Joshua Ruis, a software engineer at the studio. This find is sparking speculation that a new racer or perhaps a sports title could be in development.
Monster Games has only made Nintendo titles since 2006. In addition to Excite Truck, the company created Excitebots: Trick Racing, Excitebike: World Rally, and Pilotwings Resort along with the Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D and Xenoblade Chronicles 3D ports.

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Update: Recording – Bravely Second PAX East 2016 developer panel live stream
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 0 comments
Update: Here’s the recording:
The Bravely Second developer panel at PAX East 2016 is now underway. It’s being streamed via Twitch, so you can watch it as it happens after the break. We’ll add in a recording after it’s finished.
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Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE – PAX East 2016 demo footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 3 Comments
Nintendo stopped by the Twitch live stream at PAX East 2016 to show off the English build of Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE. We have the full recording below.
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Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE “First Beats” trailer
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 33 Comments
Nintendo has just released a brand new trailer for Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE. We’ve attached the video below.
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Okami Felyne costume revealed for Monster Hunter Generations
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 4 Comments
Monster Hunter Generations is receiving a collaboration with Okami, Capcom has revealed. Players will be able to dress their Felyne in a costume based on Amaterasu. Check out a trailer for today’s announcement below.
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Natsume localizing River City: Tokyo Rumble for 3DS
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 8 Comments
Update: Natsume has now sent out an official announcement, confirming River City: Tokyo Rumble will be launching this summer in North America. We’ve also added in a bunch of details below.
Following yesterday’s Twitter tease, Natsume has announced that the company is publishing River City: Tokyo Rumble for 3DS. The game will be playable at E3 2016 in June.
Natsume just wrote on Twitter a few minutes ago:
Introducing River City: Tokyo Rumble! Keep watching for details about this #KunioKun 3DS game, playable at E3 2016! pic.twitter.com/JPSWeNsE2f
— Natsume Inc. (@Natsume_Inc) April 21, 2016
River City: Tokyo Rumble is the localized version of Nekketsu Kouha Kunio-Kun SP: Rantou Kyousoukyoku. That game came out in Japan back in 2013.