Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 4 Comments

In the latest issue of Famitsu, Level-5 CEO Akihiro Hino commented on a wide array of topics pertaining to the Youkai Watch franchise. This includes the creation of the actual IP, the anime, Youkai Watch 2, and more.

Head past the break for Hino’s comments.

“We’ve created a lot of different IPs, and I figured it was about time that we made something like Doraemon, that could be loved by many people over a long period of time. That was the start of it. I researched what would give something appeal and longevity, and pondered what would be relatable to people and developed the open world RPG that children could play, Yokai Watch. I think title’s popularity is the fruits of trial and error.”

“Anime is content that is offered for free, and I strongly promote its use. The [Yokai Watch] anime focuses on problems that modern children face and is made so that the audience can laugh off such problems and be entertained as well.”

“Keita isn’t a child who always does the right thing, but has his own flaws as well, like trying to watch naughty TV shows late at night or making fun of people. Keita’s actions are depicting what is ‘normal’ for modern children. He’s not a good boy, but someone who says what he thinks. I believe that character setting made him very relatable to people.”

“I’m working on bringing out a third yokai that is different from those 2. It’s like with a variety show – you don’t continue with the same members all the time, but switch them out every now and then to change the atmosphere. That’s what makes a show last longer. I believe that Yokai Watch needs such a device.”

“When planning the first Yokai Watch, I already thought to release the sequel as 2 different versions. Children like having things that other people don’t have, so from a marketing perspective, having 2 versions is a good idea. Also, a lot of people play Yokai Watch with their parents. Where people would have some hesitation about getting 2 copies of the same game, if you have different versions, it’s a lot easier for them to buy both.”

“The key for a long-lasting hit piece of entertainment is whether the business side like merchandise, games, and movies is successful. That’s why you develop commercial goods necessary for cutting edge entertainment and include the latest features in your games.”

On another important note, international expansion for Youkai Watch is “in consideration in a big way.”

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News | 6 Comments

A new Pokemon Mega Evolution has been revealed in this month’s issue of CoroCoro: Mega Metagross. In Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire, Elite Four Champion Daigo uses a Mega Brooch to evolve his Metagross.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment

This week’s North American Nintendo Downloads are as follows:

Wii U Retail

One Piece: Unlimited World Red

Wii U Download

The Letter

Wii U Virtual Console

Bases Loaded

3DS Retail

One Piece: Unlimited World Red

3DS Download

Rabi Laby 3
Me & My Pets 3

3DS Demo

Jett Rocket II

3DS Virtual Console

Bases Loaded

eShop sales

Swords & Soldiers 3D – Rewrite history as you take control of various factions in their global quest to win the favor of the Gods. Starting today through 9 a.m. PT on July 31, Swords & Soldiers 3D is available at the discounted price of $3.99 in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS.
Jett Rocket II: The Wrath of Taikai – To celebrate the launch of the Nintendo eShop demo, Shin’en is offering the full version of Jett Rocket II: The Wrath of Taikai at the discounted price of $4.99 in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. This offer lasts until 9 a.m. PT on July 24.
Witch & Hero – Starting today until 9 a.m. PT on July 31, Witch & Hero is 30 percent off in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS.
I’ve Got to Run! – For a limited time, I’ve Got to Run! is 40 percent off in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U. This offer is valid from 9 a.m. PT on July 11 until 9 a.m. PT on July 13.

Source: Nintendo PR

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 2 Comments

Nintendo has announced the first-ever Super Smash Bros. for 3DS tournament, which is set to take place at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. Fans can have a shot at participating by visiting the Nintendo Gaming Lounge at the Marriott Marquis & Marina located at 333 W. Harbor Drive.

Here’s an overview as to how the tournament will work:

Starting at noon, there will be a preliminary round in which groups of four competitors battle it out, with the winner advancing. During the finals, players will duke it out one-on-one to determine the top smasher. Tournament slots are limited, and fans will be able to sign up the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis.

Those who are not attending San Diego Comic-Con can watch the tournament live on Nintendo’s Twitch channel. News about additional Nintendo Gaming Lounge activities will be announced in the future.

You’ll find today’s official announcement after the break.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 7 Comments

A special Nintendo Direct will air in Japan tomorrow, Nintendo has announced. The presentation will focus on third-party titles for 3DS.

The Nintendo Direct will kick off at 8 PM Japan time. That’s 7 AM ET / 4 AM PT.

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Posted on 9 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in News, Screenshots, Wii U | 13 Comments

The official Hyrule Warriors website was just updated with a whole heap of new screenshots in relation to the recent announcements regarding Skyward Sword and the additional DLC costumes. Check them out below! (Updating the post with more screenshots as they come through)

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Posted on 9 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in News, Screenshots, Wii U | 12 Comments

Alternate costumes anyone? Today Sakurai shows off some unexpected alternates for some Nintendo mainstays!

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 10 Comments

Update: A few more tidbits:

– No indication as to whether or not Ghirahim is playable yet; the description in Famitsu could be be about his boss moves or character outline as general
– If Link uses Power gloves and drops off ball & chain, he can lift pillars, jars or even enemies
– With the legendary baton from Wind waker, Zelda can command winds and fight by playing songs
– You can blow enemies away with wind or the sound can turn into lightning bolts
– You can also summon tornados to snatch enemies away
– After you select a character for a stage you select the weapon
– You can’t change weapons in battle
– Weapons differ a lot from each other and it is part of the fun to test which one suits you

Nintendo Everything reader gigamario has gone to the trouble of translating the latest information about Hyrule Warriors from this week’s Famitsu. You can find a new set of details below.

– Can shop between battles
– Shopping area includes at least training room, potion shop, badge shop and junk shop
– Junk shop will be introduced in a later magazine
– In training shop you can pay rupees to level up your character
– Characters also level up through normal gameplay
– Potions are one time use only and cause special effect during a battle
– It seems that one potion makes easier to obtain weapons (not entirely clear)
– Badge shop uses rupees and raw materials to buy permanent badges
– Raw materials are obtained from killing monsters and monsters have unique loot as well as some rare drops. Enemies also drop rupees
– One badge makes weak spot gauge to fill up faster
– Badge shop interface seems like a tree of sorts so I guess you have to make badges in a certain order, no word about it though
– You can see from stage select menu if a stage has heart containers or pieces to collect but you may need to use a certain character to get them
– Heart container/pieces work pretty much like in any Zelda game
– You may also obtain a power up bow from a chest
– The bow makes weak spot gauge to last longer and can attack multiple enemies from afar
– Fi moves by floating midair, can transform into a sword to slash enemies
– Link meets Fi in the Skyloft’s Goddess’ temple
– Ghirahim fights with magical swords, can summon enemies and change place in an instant, likes to toy with his enemies
– The imprisoned is tall as a mountain and emits damaging waves when it steps
– Cia twists space-time to summon forth areas from Skyward sword, e.g. Skyloft and Sealed grounds as pictured
– Pumpkin island is crashed with Skyloft as pictured

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Wii U | 13 Comments

We learned yesterday that Fi is a playable character in Hyrule Warriors. Now we have scans showing the character in action, as well as a first look at Ghirahim, The Imprisoned, and Skyward Sword stages.

Check them out below:

Huge thanks to NoticeMeSenpai for taking these scans for us!

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Posted on 9 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News, Wii U | 4 Comments

This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:

1. [PSV] Freedom Wars – 43,160 / 232,048
2. [3DS] Youkai Watch – 28,933 / 1,176,134
3. [3DS] Taiko no Tatsujin: Don to Katsu no Jikuu Daibouken – 24,412 / 77,508
4. [WIU] Mario Kart 8 – 19,386 / 512,223
5. [PS4] Watch Dogs – 12,783 / 76,378
6. [PS3] Watch Dogs – 12,656 / 43,684
7. [PS3] Kamen Rider Battride War II – 10,651 / 73,300
8. [3DS] Pokemon Art Academy – 10,003 / 56,456
9. [PS3] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2014: Samurai Blue Challenge – 7,607 / 144,500
10. [PS3] GTA New Price Version – 5,717 / 12,448
11. [3DS] World Soccer Winning Eleven 2014: Samurai Blue Challenge – 5,703 / 62,446
12. [PS4] FIFA 14 – 5,065 / 58,878
13. [3DS] Persona Q – 4,996 / 242,375
14. [3DS] Pokemon X/Y – 4,595 / 4,097,248
15. [PS3] Date A Live: Ars Install – 4,383 / 14,086
16. [PSV] Girls & Panzer: Senshado, Kiwamemasu! – 4,016 / 35,542
17. [PS4] Akiba’s Trip 2 – 3,602 / NEW
18. [3DS] Monster Hunter 4 – 3,327 / 3,304,016
19. [3DS] Mario Party: Island Tour – 3,305 / 404,211
20. [3DS] Mario Kart 7 – 3,214 / 2,346,622

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