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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

Pokemon Omega Ruby and Pokemon Alpha Sapphire are already off to an incredibly strong start in Japan. And no, the two games haven’t even been released yet.

Media Create reports this week that pre-orders for Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire have reached 239,000 units (including Double Packs). That number was reached in just two days, believe it or not.

While Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire aren’t entirely new games, in terms of pre-orders, they’re performing about as well as Pokemon X/Y did nine weeks before release.

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 2 Comments

Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma has revealed one of the items included in Hyrule Warriors Master Quest Pack. Those who purchase the DLC will be provided with access to Epona, who will be featured as a weapon.

Along with Epona, the Master Quest Pack is comprised of a new scenario, Adventure map, and a pair of costumes.

Aonuma wrote on Miiverse:

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Screenshots, Wii U | 24 Comments

Today’s daily Super Smash Bros. screenshot places the focus on the Wii U version once again, and we receive a first look at a brand new Game & Wario stage. Check out the full update from director Masahiro Sakurai below:

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment

Ken Sugimori has played a very prominent role in the Pokemon series. He not only drew all of the original 151 Pokemon personally, but has also contributed to the movies, trading cards, and video games.

Now, while Sugimori is generally associated with Pokemon, he has worked with other companies and IPs. His latest creation? The boxart for SEGA 3D Reprint Archives. You can definitely see his style sprinkled throughout the image!

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 10 Comments

Nintendo is continuing the “Super Smashing Sale” in North America today. Games on the Wii U and 3DS eShops have been discounted to celebrate the upcoming release of Super Smash Bros. for 3DS.

Here’s a look at the final week of sales:

Wii U

Pikmin 3 – $39.99 (was $59.99)
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze – $29.99 (was $49.99)
Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures – $11.99 (was $19.99)
Kirby & The Amazing Mirror – $4.99 (was $6.99)
Donkey Kong – $3.49 (was $4.99)
Kirby’s Dream Land 3 – $4.99 (was $7.99)
Donkey Kong Jr. – $3.49 (was $4.99)

3DS

Animal Crossing: New Leaf – $19.99 (was $29.99)
Star Fox 64 3D – $29.99 (was $39.99)
Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D – $19.99 (was $29.99)
Kirby’s Dream Land 2 – $2.49 (was $3.99)
Donkey Kong – $3.49 (was $4.99)
Kirby’s Dream Land – $2.49 (was $3.99)
Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures – $11.99 (was $19.99)
Game & Watch: Donkey Kong Jr. – $1.49 (was $1.99)

These prices are valid between September 25 and October 2.

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Videos | 5 Comments

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News, Wii U eShop | 5 Comments

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

Wii U Retail

• Hyrule Warriors (available Friday)

Wii U Download

• Darts Up
• Angry Bunnies: Colossal Carrot Crusade

Wii U Virtual Console

• Mario Golf: Advance Tour

Wii U Demo

• Spin the Bottle: Bumpie’s Party

3DS Download

• Yu-Gi-Oh! Zexal World Duel Carnival

eShop sales

• It’s your last chance to save up to 40 percent on select games starring fighters from the upcoming Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS. This week includes games featuring Kirby, Donkey Kong and other classic characters. Check out the games at http://www.nintendo.com/eshop/offers.
• Spin the Bottle: Bumpie’s Party is 30 percent off (reduced from $11.99 to $8.39) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Oct. 12 in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.
• Armillo is 37 percent off (reduced from $7.99 to $4.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Oct. 6 in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.
• Swords & Soldiers is 33 percent off (reduced from $2.99 to $1.99) until 8:59 a.m. PT on Oct. 9 in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.
• Glory of Generals is 30 percent off (reduced from $9.99 to $6.99) until 8:59 am PT on Oct. 9 in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS.

Coming Soon

• Castlevania: Dracula X – Oct. 2 (Virtual Console on Wii U)
• Castlevania: Circle of the Moon – Oct. 9 (Virtual Console on Wii U)

Source: Nintendo PR

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U | 0 comments

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Posted on 11 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in 3DS, News, Screenshots | 0 comments

A further look at Mii Fighter customization today, Sakurai talks about a bit about the options players have available to them:

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Posted on 11 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS eShop, News | 7 Comments

Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will receive an update in the future to take advantage of the New 3DS, WayForward has revealed.

Speaking with Siliconera, director Matt Bozon said:

“We’re really excited about the New 3DS! We have an update for Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse already underway, which will add a ‘quick select’ control scheme, as well as other minor improvements to the game. Look for that to arrive closer to the launch of the New 3DS in the US.”

Bozon did not say what sort of “minor improvements” will be included. However, it’s already been confirmed that Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will run at 60 frames per second on a regular 3DS with stereoscopic 3D turned on.

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