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Posted on 10 years ago by Jarop(@gamrah) in Screenshots, Wii U | 0 comments

Looking at a new item today, Sakurai explains the new Boomerang item as recently seen in Mario Kart 8:

Here’s a new item that we’ve thrown in–the boomerang. As you’d guess, it’ll fly back into your hands after you throw it, and if you keep catching it, its attack power grows with each throw! However, opponents can nab the boomerang out of the air, so it might be an easier item to use in Smash Run.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U eShop | 1 Comment

Here’s a bit of an unexpected surprise: Brain Age on Wii U. We’re hearing that the DS title is out now on the Japanese eShop. Best of all, it’s free!

Brain Age is the first DS game to be made available on the Virtual Console.

We’ll have more soon.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 18 Comments

Natsume has revealed the first of its three Nintendo-related announcements for E3 2014. As announced by the publisher today, Natsume is bringing Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley to the 3DS later this year. Physical and digital versions are both planned.

Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley features a 3D setting and customization options that provide players with more freedom with their fields.

Today’s news means we’re technically receiving two Harvest Moon games in 2014. XSEED is localizing Harvest Moon: Connect to a New Land under the name “Story of Seasons” while Natsume is releasing Harvest Moon: The Lost Valley.

Source: Natsume PR

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 1 Comment

Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call will launch in North America on September 16 and Europe on September 19, Square Enix announced today.

Additionally, the company has confirmed two special releases for the 3DS game. A collector’s edition and limited edition will both be made available.

The Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call Collector’s Edition includes a branded 3DS system Collector’s Pouch, a robust 20-track ‘The Best of Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call’ Music CD, ‘Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call – Remix Selections’ Music CD (five-tracks), and five premium CollectaCards from the game.

Consumers can pre-order the collector’s edition for $69.99 through the Square Enix Online Store. Only 5,000 copies will be produced.

Those who pre-order the standard version Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call will receive an upgrade to a limited edition version of the title, featuring the ‘Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call – Remix Selections’ Music CD.

Source: Square Enix PR

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii U | 9 Comments

REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Nintendo goes “Live @ E3” next week with four big events that deliver real-time fun directly to fans. Get ready to enjoy the year’s biggest video game convention live from anywhere in the world.

On June 10, Nintendo will air the Nintendo Digital Event at 9 a.m. PT via http://e3.nintendo.com. Fans will enjoy breaking news about great gaming experiences on the way for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS in 2014 and beyond.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 2 Comments

Along with today’s screenshot, Sakurai passed along the following message on Miiverse:

Some stages have been shrunk down and made into trophies, like this one of Tortimer Island for the 3DS version. I wish I could have a figurine like this in real life.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in NE News Bulletin | 2 Comments

Another Nintendo Everything News Bulletin in the books! I was pretty exhausted while putting this together, so I hope you’ll forgive me if I don’t sound overly enthusiastic. That’s what happens around E3 time!

View the video below:

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 31 Comments

Nintendo has released a major system update for Wii U, bringing the firmware version up to 5.0.0.

One of the major features introduced in today’s update is the quick start menu. Players can now more easily begin playing games without having to encounter the menu screen.

Other changes/additions include new GamePad Alerts that can be displayed on the GamePad when the Wii U is turned off, the ability to install system updates after they’re finished downloading while the console is in Standby, and more.

You can find the full update notes from Nintendo below.
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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News | 15 Comments

Nintendo has confirmed its E3 2014 Treehouse streaming schedule. As previously mentioned, members of Nintendo of America’s Product Development division will be hosting demos and more throughout the expo.

You can count on hours upon hours of streaming content next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Here’s the specifics of each:

Tuesday, June 10: 11:35 AM PT – 4:00 PM PT
Wednesday, June 11: 9:15 AM PT – 6:00 PM PT
Thursday, June 12: 9:30 AM PT – 5:00 PM PT

Along with game demos of new and previously unannounced titles, there will also be special guest appearances. Shigeru Miyamoto, for example, will be appearing next Tuesday afternoon.

You’ll find a full overview of Nintendo’s Treehouse streaming plans after the break.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Wii U | 42 Comments

Update: Here’s a quote from Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime, for what it’s worth!

“The early response to Mario Kart 8 demonstrates that the best days for Wii U are still ahead. This year’s E3 is just days away, and it will be all about the future games for Nintendo platforms. This milestone is a great place to start!”

In its first weekend, Mario Kart 8 managed to sell more than 1.2 million units worldwide, Nintendo has announced. That number applies to The Americas, Europe, and Japan from May 29 to June 1.

Nintendo of Europe president Satoru Shibata said:

“Such positive early feedback for Mario Kart 8 reinforces the great gameplay experiences that Wii U currently offers. With Nintendo set to showcase its future releases at E3 next week, this is a great milestone going into the summer season.”

Along with today’s announcement, Nintendo shared sales figures for previous Mario Kart entries. The seven older Mario Kart games have combined to sell more than 100 million total units, an average of more than 14 million units per title.

Source: Nintendo PR

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