DeNA wants Nintendo mobile games to bring in over $25 million per month
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Mobile, News | 8 Comments
Reuters recently had the opportunity to speak with DeNA chief executive Isao Moriyasu. During the interview, Moriyasu stated that the company hopes to bring in over 3 billion yen ($25.02 million) a month from its new mobile partnership with Nintendo.
He said:
“We want to create games that will be played by hundreds of millions of people. We want to create multiple hit games rather than aiming to succeed with just one powerful IP element. We haven’t talked to Nintendo about targets, but at DeNA, our best-selling game brought in 3 billion yen a month, and we want to surpass that.”
There’s another interesting portion from Reuters’ report as well. The site claims – based on what analysts have said – that “Nintendo will likely earn around 70 percent” from its partnership with DeNA.
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Media Create sales (3/23 – 3/29)
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS, News, Wii U | 6 Comments
The latest Japanese hardware sales from Media Create are as follows:
PS4 – 45,446
Vita – 26,324
New 3DS LL – 18,823
New 3DS – 7,290
Wii U – 6,698
PS3 – 6,652
3DS – 2,883
3DS LL – 2,233
Vita TV – 708
Xbox One – 250
For comparison’s sake, here are the hardware numbers from last week:
PS4 – 46,395
Vita – 20,923
New 3DS LL – 17,652
Wii U – 7,595
New 3DS – 6,566
PS3 – 6,352
3DS – 2,371
3DS LL – 2,115
Vita TV – 639
Xbox One – 344
And here are the software charts:
1. [PS4] Bloodborne – 152,567 / NEW
2. [PSV] Sword Art Online: Lost Song – 139,298 / NEW
3. [PS3] One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 – 97,362 / NEW
4. [3DS] Theatrhythm Dragon Quest – 76,858 / NEW
5. [PS3] Pro Baseball Spirits 2015 – 62,197 / NEW
6. [PS3] Sword Art Online: Lost Song – 55,090 / NEW
7. [PSV] One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 – 54,308 / NEW
8. [PS4] One Piece: Pirate Warriors 3 – 46,693 / NEW
9. [PSV] Pro Baseball Spirits 2015 – 46,326 / NEW
10. [PSV] Senran Kagura: Estival Versus – 44,548 / NEW
11. [3DS] Kuroko’s Basketball: Ties to the Future – 35,415 / NEW
12. [PS4] Senran Kagura: Estival Versus – 30,247 / NEW
13. [PS4] Disgaea 5 – 22,725 / NEW
14. [PSV] Minecraft: PlayStation Vita Edition – 21,069 / 57,220
15. [PS3] Resident Evil: Revelations 2 – 19,692 / 93,065
16. [WIU] Mario Party 10 – 17,433 / 89,078
17. [PS3] Yakuza Zero – 13,813 / 189,203
18. [PSV] Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth – 13,365 / 110,291
19. [3DS] Yo-Kai Watch 2: Shinuchi – 12,240 / 2,563,478
20. [PS4] Battlefield Hardline – 12,149 / 73,735
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SteamWorld Heist – core gameplay trailer
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, Videos, Wii U eShop | 0 comments
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New Nintendo Direct will focus on games releasing through summer, new announcements, no NX or mobile
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Switch, Wii U | 25 Comments
Nintendo put up its Japanese page for tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct, and it shares some insight into what we should and shouldn’t expect from the presentation.
In terms of what we’ll be hearing about, Nintendo will be discussing titles releasing through the end of summer. That indicates that we’ll be getting updates on Xenoblade Chronicles X, Splatoon, Fire Emblem If, and Rhythm Heaven 3DS – at least during the Japanese stream.
Meanwhile, Nintendo UK pushed out an email (see above) to fans a short while ago suggesting that there will be new announcements. That shouldn’t be shocking in any way, but it’s nice to have a confirmation!
Lastly, we know about two things Nintendo will not touch on: NX and mobile. It’s specifically stated on the Japanese Nintendo Direct page that neither of these two items will be mentioned.
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Wii U and 3DS Nintendo Direct, Treehouse presentation announced for tomorrow
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 65 Comments
A new Nintendo Direct presentation will be held tomorrow, Nintendo has announced. The broadcast will focus on upcoming games for both Wii U and 3DS.
In addition to the Nintendo Direct, a presentation for one of Nintendo’s spring releases will be streamed by the Treehouse team.
Tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct will kick off at 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT. We’ll have a stream here on the site before it begins. Possibly a live blog as well!
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Last chance to earn coins, register Smash Bros. for Mewtwo DLC on Club Nintendo
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 13 Comments
We’re one step closer to the end of Club Nintendo. Once tomorrow has passed, you won’t be able to earn coins on the website any longer. Make sure to finish up any product registrations you have!
The Gold and Platinum rewards should hopefully be announced later this week. After that, there’s not much to look forward to. Mewtwo DLC is coming sometime this spring (make sure you register Smash Bros. Wii U and 3DS before tomorrow ends), and that’s about it! But hey, Club Nintendo had a good run. And we’ll be receiving a new loyalty program down the road.
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Atlus teasing Attack on Titan 3DS localization announcement?
Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Rumors | 2 Comments
Atlus posted an… interesting message on its Twitter and Facebook accounts today. Based on what was shared, it’s looking likely that we’re due for a localization announcement of Attack on Titan for 3DS soon.
Here’s what was added to Atlus’ social media pages today:
Are you the hotdog? https://t.co/lgO3dBhLD6
— Atlus U.S.A., Inc. (@AtlusUSA) March 31, 2015
There are a couple of references to Attack on Titan here – notably the opening lyrics and one of the anime episodes.
Remember: Attack on Titan was rated in Australia a few months ago. When that listing popped up, Atlus was listed as publisher.
UK software sales (week ending 3/28/15) – Wii U/3DS charts
Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 1 Comment
This weeks Wii U/3DS specific UK software sales are as follows:
Wii U
1. Mario Party 10 – Nintendo
2. Mario Kart 8 – Nintendo
3. Super Smash Bros. – Nintendo
4. Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker – Nintendo
5. New Super Mario Bros. U – Nintendo
6. Super Mario 3D World – Nintendo
7. FIFA 13 – EA Sports
8. Disney Infinity 2.0 – Avalanche Software
9. Lego Marvel Super Heroes – Traveller’s Tales
10. Hyrule Warriors – Nintendo
3DS
1. The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask – Nintendo
2. Tomodachi Life – Nintendo
3. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate – Capcom
4. Super Smash Bros. – Nintendo
5. Pokemon Omega Ruby – Nintendo
6. Pokemon Alpha Sapphire – Nintendo
7. Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo
8. New Super Mario Bros. 2 – Nintendo
9. Pokemon Y – Nintendo
10. Animal Crossing: New Leaf – Nintendo
Source: Chart-Track
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UK software sales (week ending 3/28/15)
Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 0 comments
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Nintendo Download (4/2/15, Europe)
Posted on 9 years ago by Kirara Koneko(@KiraraKoneko) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment
This week’s European Nintendo Downloads are as follows:
Wii U Download
Gravity Badgers – €2.49/£2.49 (Ends April 29, regular price €4.99/£4.99)
Citizens of Earth – €7.99/£6.69 (Ends April 9, normally €11.99/£9.99)
3DS Retail
Xenoblade Chronicles 3D – €44.99/£39.99 (Free download code for a HOME Menu theme “Xenoblade Chronicles 3D: The Monado” included with every purchase of Xenoblade Chronicles 3D from Nintendo eShop.
3DS Download
KAMI (CIRCLE Ent.) – €2.99/£2.39
eShop Sales
Wii U
Gravity Badgers – €2.49/£2.49 (Ends April 29, regular price €4.99/£4.99)
Citizens of Earth – €7.99/£6.69 (Ends April 9, normally €11.99/£9.99)
3DS
Aqua Moto Racing 3D – €3.99/£3.59 (Ends April 9, normally €7.99/£7.19)
Tappingo – €1.99/£1.69 (Ends April 23, normally €2.99/£2.49)
The Legend of Dark Witch – Chronicle 2D ACT – €2.99/£2.99 (Ends April 23, normally €3.99/£3.49)
European Conqueror 3D – €2.99/£2.19 (Ends April 23, normally €3.99/£2.99)
Citizens of Earth – €7.99/£6.69 (Ends April 9, normally €11.99/£9.99)
10-in-1: Arcade Collection – €0.99/£0.89 (Ends April 30, normally €1.99/£1.79)
Crazy Kangaroo – €0.99/£0.89 (Ends April 30, normally €1.99/£1.89)
PIX3D – €1.99/£1.79 (Ends April 30, normally €3.99/£3.59)
Rage of the Gladiator – €3.49/£3.09 (Ends April 30, normally €6.99/£6.29)
SpeedX – €1.49/£1.29 (Ends April 30, normally €2.99/£2.69)
SpeedX 3D Hyper Edition – €0.99/£0.89 (Ends April 30, normally €1.99/£1.79)
Pick-A-Gem – €1.49/£1.29 (Ends April 30, normally €2.99/£2.69)
Monster Shooter – €1.99/£1.60 (Ends April 30, normally €4.00/£3.20)
Hazumi – €1.99/£1.60 (Ends April 30, normally €3.99/£3.20)
Permanent Price Drops
3DS
VAN HELSING SNIPER ZX100 – €6.66/£6.66 (previously €2.99/£2.69)
Source: Nintendo PR