Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 13 Comments

Update 2: And now the update is officially available!

Update: Nintendo has removed all mention of this update from its website… so I suppose it’s not available after all! Regardless, it should be out soon.

Nintendo has released a new firmware update for 3DS. Version 10.0.0-27 is out now in all territories.

Despite the change in numbers (from version 9 to 10), it doesn’t seem as though the update adds any major functionality. Of the new firmware, Nintendo simply states: “Further improvements to overall system stability, system security, and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience.”

In order to access the eShop, you’ll need to download today’s update.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 16 Comments

This week’s issue of Famitsu features an interview with Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka.

At one point of the discussion, Tezuka addresses the series’ future in which he states: “We will continue to make 3D and 2D Mario games, but I want to make one that even exceeds New Super Mario Bros.”

Famitsu then asks if there is a particular plan in mind. Tezuka only offered up the following: “I can’t say anything concrete yet, but you may see it within a few years.”

It also sounds like Tezuka has interest in working on a non-Mario title. He told the magazine: “I also kind of want to seriously work on something other than Mario.”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 2 Comments

Nintendo originally launched the Mario Kart 8 Wii U bundle over a year ago. But the offer is being made even better, as an eShop download card for the two related DLC packs is included inside. This bundle is now available at stores across North America for $299.99.

That isn’t the only Wii U package available. On Friday, Nintendo will begin selling a Super Mario Maker bundle at Walmart. This includes a Wii U console, a copy of the game, Idea Book and the 30th Anniversary Mario Modern Color amiibo.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 37 Comments

This week’s issue of Famitsu shares an update on Hyrule Warriors Legends. For the first time since E3, we have concrete information about the title.

Famitsu confirms that Toon Link will be playable in Hyrule Warriors Legends, but there’s a catch. The character won’t be available in Legend Mode, but he will be available in other modes. Of course, Toon Link can be moved over to the Wii U version as well.

Famitsu also reconfirms that Tetra and King of Hyrule for the game. Helmaroc King will appear in some form, too.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Travis(@nintentravis) in Features, Videos, Wii U | 0 comments

Leading up to Super Mario Maker’s release on Sept. 11th, we’re highlighting some of the coolest, most creative, or just plain ridiculous levels users have created so far. In this episode, we check out the level “The Ultimate Test” from Michael in the UK.

If you have any suggestions for more levels we should play, just fire them our direction in the comments!

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 8 Comments

Nintendo Direct was an initiative created by Satoru Iwata. But with his passing back in July, some have wondered if this is something that will continue going forward.

There is at least one piece of news which gives hope for the future. A Nintendo of America job listing for a motion graphics artist mentions that this person will be responsible for editing video/audio for Nintendo Directs, among other content. That’s not a definitive answer regarding the status of the presentations, but it’s encouraging!

Here’s the job listing in full for those that are interested:

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Videos, Wii U | 14 Comments

Update (9/7): We now have the video with English subtitles:

Original (8/29): Rayman creator Michel Ancel created his own level inspired by Pac-Man in Super Mario Maker. During the Japan Expo 2015, Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka were given an opportunity to try it out. We now have the full video below.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 75 Comments

Shigeru Miyamoto has addressed the possibility of another Super Mario Galaxy game. In an interview with Eurogamer, Miyamoto told the site:

“[A new Mario Galaxy] is always in discussion. But even with Mario 64 there was a lot of feedback about motion sickness with the 3D or maybe us making it too difficult.”

“Going back to our roots and making New Super Mario Bros., anyone can play that. So that’s why we went back. We’re always thinking, is there a middle ground where people who do enjoy the 3D worlds of Galaxy and those who enjoy New Super Mario Bros. can both enjoy it? We’re always looking at those opportunities.”

“On the other hand, me and [Yoshiaki] Koizumi-san, director of Galaxy, are always looking to challenge Galaxy and do another 3D action title. However we can’t make so many games at once in parallel. But as the hardware technology gets better and advances, I think there will be a lot of opportunity for both options.”

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos, Wii U | 3 Comments

Eurogamer has posted a couple of interesting Super Mario Maker-related videos. Below, you’ll see Shigeru Miyamoto and Takashi Tezuka playing the game. They also discuss the creation of World 1-1 in the original Super Mario Bros.

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Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 126 Comments

Pikmin 4 is in development, series creator Shigeru Miyamoto has revealed.

“It’s actually very close to completion,” Miyamoto told Eurogamer back in July. “Pikmin teams are always working on the next one.”

Nintendo also added the following in an official statement: “We can confirm that Pikmin 4 is in development but that is all we can confirm at present.”

Miyamoto didn’t say which platform Pikmin 4 is planned for, but NX is certainly a possibility.

Thanks to JurgenMcGurgen for the tip.

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