A look into what went wrong with Project H.AM.M.E.R.
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Videos, Wii | 26 Comments
Unseen64’s Liam Robertson has posted a new video that looks into the various issues Project H.AM.M.E.R. encountered while in development. It also explores problems within Nintendo Software Technology as a whole, including apparent racism.
You can watch the full video below. There’s also a quick summary that can be read as well.
– After 1080, NST went on to start a new project (a small team that outsourced concept art, CGI opening, etc)
– The internal name for the project was MachineX
– In 2005 it had reached 75% completion and was nearing completion
– Japanese staff were overseeing the development at the studio which posed cultural challenges
– There were continued arguments and debate between the Japanese management and the NST developers
– At late 2007, it was 4 years in development
– Towards the end, changes were demanded to the environments and then the entire visuals
– This complete change despite mechanics eventually culminated in a more ‘lighter, casual’ visual style that was codenamed Wii Crush
– 2008 onwards, staff left
– Nintendo of America had to carry out a review of staff conditions which recorded a low morale
– Midway into 2009, a small number of staff still continued to work onto it until it ended
– NCL finally withdrew funding
– ‘Nintendo have made some great games, but with NST it came with a price’: Former NST developer
Thanks to Jake and Fred for the tip.
More: NST, Project H.AM.M.E.R., top
Smash Bros. Wii U/3DS cut content includes Rock Pikmin, Smash Run co-op, more
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 18 Comments
Source Gaming has been poking through the development slides featured in Masahiro Sakurai’s Famitsu column anthologies. The site has dug up some interesting information about cut content in Super Smash Bros. for Wii U/3DS, like initial plans for Rock Pikmin and Smash Run co-op.
Here’s a summary of what’s been shared thus far:
– Rock Pikmin were planned but ultimately put on hold
– These Pikmin would have been heavy with short reach but high attack power
– Smash Run was to receive co-op play
– This idea wasn’t realized due to the 3DS processor’s inability to display multiple fighters on the same screen
– There were also plans for co-op powers at one point
– Sakurai initially considered including four versions of each Special
– Ex: Mario would have been able to launch a double fireball
– Special 4-on-4 Team Battles rules were considered
– Mii Fighters’ Specials were originally going to be included as in-game rewards
– Instead, they ended up as default content
Update: 3DS confirmed – Zero Escape 3 revealed, coming next summer on unspecified platforms
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 16 Comments
Update: 3DS is now confirmed. Read the press release in full below.
Many government organizations have dismissed our urgent warnings regarding the upcoming game event called Zero Time Dilemma. Recent intelligence has escalated our plans and we have come to the decision to contact gamers about the dangers directly. Our ultimate goal has always been to protect the public from the horrific consequences we have foreseen, but it appears our mission to prevent it from occurring may have failed. It is imperative that you make every effort to prepare yourselves for the oncoming deadly game, so that you may survive the coming apocalypse.
An antidote for the game is predicted to be created, but much further down this timeline, and as such there is no defense from its effects. It will be most easily identifiable on Nintendo 3DS™ and PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system, though it is transmittable through the air so the spread may increase even more rapidly through the PlayStation®Store and Nintendo eShop.
Do not be tempted by familiar faces, fully voiced cinematics, multiple endings, or voices in both Japanese and English, as those are signs that the apocalypse is nigh. We suggest that you put extensive effort into improving your puzzle solving skills, as they will be vital to your survival.
We at Crash Keys beg for your assistance in notifying everyone you can so that no one is left in the dark about this dangerous game. The world will end up in a tumultuous uproar, and ultimate consequences will be unavoidable unless word gets out. Use all the time available to you before the summer of next year to contact your loved ones and prepare; our intelligence hasn’t been able to focus in on an exact date at this time. Do not fear – we are here to protect you and prepare you to our utmost ability so that you may survive. You will survive. We will use all channels available to contact you with updates as soon as we uncover them. You must be ready.
Zero Escape 3 is in development, Aksys Games announced during a panel at the Anime Expo today.
Series creator Kotaro Uchikoshi showed up at the event to reveal the new project in-person. Unfortunately, Uchikoshi did not share any sort of media or information aside from a brief teaser. The only tidbit provided thus far is that it’s launching next year.
999 appeared on DS, and Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward was made for 3DS. Surely Zero Escape 3 will also be coming to Nintendo platforms, right? Let’s hope so!
More: Aksys Games, top, Zero Escape 3
Aksys announces Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus for the Wii U eShop
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
Aksys confirmed three titles for the North American 3DS eShop at an Anime Expo panel. On the Wii U side of things, we’re hearing that Chronicles of Teddy: Harmony of Exidus is on the way (coming to the PlayStation 4 as well). This will also be eShop-only.
Chronicles of Teddy seems to be some sort of mix between a platformer and music rhythm game. Siliconera reports that it features “musical puzzles and players will have to listen to audio cues to communicate with characters.” In the debut trailer, a girl was shown “and her teddy bear in another world taken over by an evil sorcerer.”
Video: Another look at the SNES PlayStation prototype
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, Videos | 9 Comments
Earlier today, a member of Reddit posted images of what seems to be a SNES PlayStation prototype. That same person has now shared a video of the system as well. Check it out below.
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Weavile, Charizard revealed for Pokken Tournament
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 3 Comments
Bandai Namco revealed another pair of characters for Pokken Tournament during a live stream held today. Weavile and Charizard – who will also come along as Mega Charizard X – will be included in the game.
Trailers for Weavile and Charizard can be found below. There’s a gameplay demonstration for both as well.
More: Bandai Namco, Japan, Pokken Tournament, top
Seeking a news writer!
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Site updates | 7 Comments
Hi everyone. Quick site update!
Kira is sadly stepping away from her main position on the site due to personal work responsibilities. That means we have an opening for a news writer.
We’re looking for someone to help out on Wednesdays and Fridays. You’d be posting news each week during the following times:
– 1:30 AM PT – 4:30 AM PT
– 4:30 AM ET – 7:30 AM ET
– 9:30 AM in the UK – 12:30 PM in the UK
– 10:30 AM in Europe – 1:30 PM in Europe
If this is something you’re interested in, get in touch here! I’ll follow up with everyone who sends in an inquiry.
Super Smash Bros. for 3DS – K.K. Slider outfit screenshots (Mii Gunner)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments
Nintendo released the first screenshots showing the K.K. Slider outfit in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, which will be available for the Mii Gunner. Take a look at them below.
More: DLC, Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, top
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U – version 1.0.9 update out now
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 8 Comments
Nintendo has given Super Smash Bros. for Wii U a new update. Players can download the latest patch now, which is version 1.0.9.
Today’s update is on the simpler side of things. Nintendo’s official notice is as follows: “Adjustments have been made for a more pleasant gaming experience.”
That’s it – at least in terms of what Nintendo is saying. I’m sure people will be poking through the files to see if there are any changes to things like character stats.
Suda51 still wants to makes No More Heroes 3, but don’t expect it anytime soon
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News | 7 Comments
Suda51 has long talked about making a third No More Heroes game. His interest in doing so hasn’t diminished in recent years, but the game likely won’t be realized anytime soon.
While speaking with GameReactor, Suda51 joked about how No More Heroes 3 probably won’t happen “within 15 to 25 years”.
He said:
“Yeah, No More Heroes 3, I get a lot of requests from fans and I’m very grateful for that, but I’m thinking it may happen within 15 years or so? (laughs). Maybe not through Kickstarter, but GungHo would of course be supportive if that were to happen. I think I have the vision that Travis forgot something, so I really have to have him to go back and get back what he has forgotten. But yeah, I definitely want to make it possible, but I also want to create something new, so maybe within 15 to 25 years (laughs)!”
