Tanabe on Metroid Prime: FF – amiibo, backlash, timeline, story, Retro Studios
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 30 Comments
Believe it or not, interviews with Metroid Prime: Federation Force producer Kensuke Tanabe are still popping up. USgamer published its piece today. In this interview, Tanabe addressed topics pertaining to amiibo, the initial backlash, timeline, story, and even Retro Studios.
We’ve rounded up a number of excerpts below. For the full interview, head on over here.
Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty still planned for Wii U, first screenshots
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
Oddworld Inhabitants and Just Add Water has passed along some news regarding Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty. The game is still in development for Wii U, and it’s set for release “soon”. We also have the first screenshots from the Wii U build – see them below.
Media Create sales (7/27 – 8/2)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 13 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
New3DS LL 44,994
PS4 18,740
Vita 13,214
Wii U 11,938
New3DS 7,671
PS3 2,540
3DS 1,585
3DS LL 874
Vita TV 527
Xbox One 186
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
New 3DS LL – 21,028
PS4 – 17,656
Vita – 13,843
Wii U – 11,257
New 3DS – 5,753
PS3 – 2,956
3DS – 1,286
3DS LL – 807
Vita TV – 642
Xbox One – 211
And here are the software charts:
1. [3DS] Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer – 522,556 / NEW
2. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch Busters – 107,945 / 1,117,850
3. [PSV] IA/VT Colorful – 38,881 / NEW
4. [WIU] Splatoon – 28,256 / 483,413
5. [3DS] Rhythm Heaven: The Best Plus – 14,382 / 373,985
6. [PSV] Date A Live Twin Edition: Rio Reincarnation – 13,107 / NEW
7. [PS3] Sengoku Basara 4 Sumeragi – 14,835 / 70,919
8. [3DS] Fire Emblem Fates – 11,018 / 388,794
9. [PSV] Ray Gigant – 8,673 / NEW
10. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition – 8,533 / 272,040
11. [PSV] Taiko No Tatsujin V Version – 7,464 / 74,423
12. [WIU] Yoshi’s Woolly World – 7,176 / 50,067
13. [WIU] Mario Kart 8 – 6,963 / 1,081,476
14. [3DS] Corpse Party: Blood Covered …Repeated Fear – 6,664 / NEW
15. [3DS] The Great Ace Attorney – 6,090 / 175,251
16. [3DS] Animal Crossing: New Leaf – 6,090 / 175,251
17. [3DS] Batman: Arkham Knight – 5,977 / 67,053
18. [PS4] Sengoku Basara 4 Sumeragi – 5,564 / 40,725
19. [PSV] Makai Shin Trillion – 5,221 / 23,726
20. [PSV] KLAP!! ~kind Love and Punish~ – 5,047 / NEW
More: charts, Japan, Media Create, sales, top
Zelda: Tri Force Heroes also confirmed for October 23 in North America
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 4 Comments
Nintendo confirmed earlier today that The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes will be launching in Europe on October 23. Nintendo of America has since followed up with its own announcement, and we now know that the 3DS game will be arriving in the states on the same day. Head past the break for the full press release.
Another two weapons are coming to Splatoon shortly
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 4 Comments
In just a few hours from now, Nintendo will be bringing out Splatoon’s major 2.0.0 update. But a couple of new weapons will be added to the game as well.
Nintendo will be introducing the “Barrel Spinner” as well as the “Bucket Splosher”. Screenshots and translated tweets about each are posted below.
On the 6th of August 11am Japan time, the new weapon “Barrel Spinner” = Splatling will be added.
This will be the standard Spinner type weapon, where a charging mechanic allows it to have better range and fire rate than regular shooter type weapons.
Its sub will be Splash Wall, and its special will be Inkstrike.
At the same time, the new weapon “Bucket Slosher” will be added. It will be able to spread a lot of ink in a line, while bypassing obstacles and height differences for the purposes of attacking an opponent.
It will have the Splat Burst Bomb as sub, and Inkstrike as special.
New amiibo figures launching in September, Mii Fighters in November as a 3 pack
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 7 Comments
Nintendo has announced the North American release dates for several new amiibo.
The 30th Anniversary Mario Classic Color, Zero Suit Samus, Ganondorf, Olimar, Bowser Jr., and Dr. Mario are all arriving on September 11. There will also be a Retro 3 Pack on September 25 featuring R.O.B., Duck Hunt, and Mr. Game & Watch.
Nintendo says that “details about availability and pre-order schedules for these figures will be announced directly from various retailers in the near future.” This is speculation on my part, but it sounds like you’ll need to grab the Retro 3 Pack from GameStop if you’re interested in R.O.B., Duck Hunt, and Mr. Game & Watch come September 25.
Finally, Nintendo shared an update on the Mii Fighters. Previously announced for September, they’ll now be arriving sometime in November as a 3 pack. Nintendo will also announce details about launch plans for the 30th Anniversary Mario Modern Color amiibo in North America in the future.
Source: Nintendo PR
Xenoblade Chronicles X Wii U Premium Pack, Limited Edition Pack heading to Europe
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 26 Comments
Nintendo has announced two new Xenoblade Chronicles X items for Europe. When the Wii U game hits in December, consumers will be able to purchase the Premium Pack or Limited Edition Pack.
Here’s an overview of each:
Xenoblade Chronicles X Wii U Premium Pack
– black premium Wii U console
– a physical copy of the game
– An Artbook
– World Map poster
Xenoblade Chronicles X Limited Edition Pack
– A physical copy of the game
– A SteelBook cover
– A World Map poster
– A Cover Art Poster
– Artbook
More: Europe, Monolith Soft, top, Xenoblade Chronicles X
Mighty No. 9 delayed, now targeted for Q1 2016
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 11 Comments
Mighty No. 9 has received a significant delay. On the game’s backer forums, it was confirmed that the title is now targeted for Q1 2016.
Speaking about the delay, the team behind Mighty No. 9 stated:
Of course, it is important to explain why exactly the game is being delayed. As we have communicated in the updates to our backers, all of the core content for the game is developed and in a complete state. However, there are still bugs and issues pertaining to the online features that are included in the game. These bugs and issues have a direct affect on enjoyment of the game, so a decision was made to work these issues out before release. Currently, comcept and their partners are working at full capacity to resolve these issues and fix any remaining bugs.
Remember: Mighty No. 9 was originally planned for September. It could now launch as late as March 2016.
More: Comcept, Deep Silver, Inti Creates, Mighty No. 9, top
LEGO Marvel’s Avengers due out in January
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LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is shipping on January 26 in North America and January 29 in Europe, Warner Bros. Interactive announced today.
Those who pre-order the game at GameStop will receive an exclusive Silver Centurion Iron Man LEGO minifigure.
The boxart for LEGO Marvel’s Avengers is attached above. New screenshots are in the gallery below.
Source: Warner Bros. Interactive PR
Xenoblade Chronicles (Wii) out now on the European Wii U eShop
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 16 Comments
A surprise Wii game has come to the European Wii U eShop today. As of now, system owners can purchase the original Xenoblade Chronicles for Wii.
If you buy Xenoblade Chronicles, you’ll be entitled to a £9.00 GBP discount on Xenoblade Chronicles X. This price will be valid within two weeks of the game’s launch in December.
Source: Nintendo PR
