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

Guacamelee developer DrinkBox Studios has announced “Severed”, a new title set for release next year. The studio has shown some interest in possibility bringing the game to Wii U as well as 3DS. We won’t cover this too extensively until we have official confirmations for Nintendo platforms, but you can check out some details in the source link below.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, General Nintendo, News, Wii, Wii U | 27 Comments

Some time after the release of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, Nintendo and LucasArts were discussing the possibility of creating a new intellectual property for Wii, 3DS, or Wii U. Game Informer reports in its latest issue that the negotiations led to a Darth Maul game.

Red Fly began handling prototype work in 2010 under the code name “Damage”. Ultimately, the project became a multiplatform release and shifted development to the Wii U, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC “due largely to Nintendo not meeting financial demands to make it a first-party project.”

As for the game itself, Red Fly’s original idea was to create a title that would explore the origin story of Maul’s transformation into a Sith Lord. A number of ideas were considered such as creating a title focusing on stealth and action. George Lucas also stepped in at one point and changed the project’s direction, resulting in a story that would have Darth Maul and Darth Talon facing off against Darth Krayt and his Sith army.

Several prototypes later, LucasArts felt that Red Fly was in a position to create the project. LucasArts also considered the possibility of purchasing the studio.

Sadly, in June 2011, LucasArts ceased its communications for unspecified reasons and eventually sent out a letter stating that the game had been terminated. Red Fly Studios did manage to continue on despite Darth Maul’s cancellation and lack of funding, though the team did end up having to lay off about 70 percent of its staffers.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 34 Comments

Last year, Nintendo released a patch for Tomodachi Life in Japan to address a bug that allowed for same-sex relationships. This same issue has also been tackled for the game’s upcoming western release.

Some may be curious as to why Nintendo fixed the bug in the first place, and why same-sex relationships aren’t possible. For those interested, check out Nintendo UK’s lengthy statement about the situation after the break.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, Screenshots | 0 comments

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

Your character starts a Smash Run as a relatively ordinary fighter. But before the game, you can outfit yourself with certain items that can help power you up early, which will give you a big advantage later on!! These items are much like the Powers you’d find in Kid Icarus: Uprising.

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

This month’s issue of CoroCoro reveals Yokai Watch 2 for 3DS.

Unlike the original, Yokai Watch will launch in the form of two versions: Ganso (Founder) and Honke (Head). The former comes with the ultra rare silver “Jibanyan Medal Nyaiiin” Z Medal while the latter features the ultra rare “Jibanyan Medal Komanyachi” Z Medal.

New events included in Yokai Watch 2 are bicycle races and climbing the school flagpole to better find yokai. Those who have cleared the first game can make friends with special yokai in this game.

We also have a few story bits as well:

– Will cover the secret origin of the mysterious Yokai Watch that gave the franchise its name
– Keita and company will travel back in time to Sakura New Town in the Showa era
– Will do so thanks to the power of a mysterious yokai (Japanese spirit or demon)
– The key to the story will be Keiz?, a boy from the past who looks like Keita, and Dekanyan, a cat y?kai with an amazing secret

Yokai Watch 2 will launch in Japan on July 10.

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

q-bit Games and Sleepy Sheepy have provided Nintendo Everything with a first look at their new indie project, “Machete Brawl”.

The title will be released on Wii U and PC later this year. It acts as a follow-up to the original Machete, a game that hit PC, Mac, and Linux just a few months ago.

Machete Brawl begins as the family of Groz’g Island sets up a tournament to win the Mighty Golden Carrot Trophy. You’ll be able to play as one of the family members to fight your way to the trophy through different stages, including a mushroom cave and a castle.

Weapons, bonuses, and maluses will all be a part of the mix, and each stage will have its own enemies and power-ups.

On Wii U, Machete Brawl will offer up to 5-player multiplayer with asymmetrical gameplay on the GamePad. You can also expect fast-paced multiplayer fighting action with jet-packs and carrot guns.

q-bit says creating the game for Wii U “was a no-brainer for us since Nintendo is our first love.”

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

CVG has published a new preview for Tomodachi Life. Sprinkled throughout are quotes from producer Yoshio Sakamoto and director Ryutaro Takahashi.

For quotes from the two, read on below. Also be sure to check out CVG’s full piece here.

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Posted on 10 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments

IGN published an article about Tomodachi Life earlier today, and it’s filled with a bunch of quotes from Nintendo of America senior product marketing Bill Trinen. Trinen tackled topics pertaining to the game’s name, changes for the west, and more.

You can find Trinen’s comments below. IGN’s full article is located here.

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

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

Wii U Download

My Exotic Farm

Wii U Virtual Console

Kirby & The Amazing Mirror – $6.99
WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$ – $6.99

3DS Retail

LEGO The Hobbit – $29.99
Conception II: Children of the Seven Stars – $39.99 (available April 15)

3DS Download

Governor of Poker
Boxzle
Atlantic Quest (available April 15)

3DS Virtual Console

Mach Rider – $4.99

eShop sales

DuckTales: Remastered – Embark on an authentic Disney adventure around the world to retrieve five legendary treasures with Scrooge McDuck and his three nephews: Huey, Dewey and Louie. Now through 9 a.m. PT on April 17, get DuckTales: Remastered for 50 percent off in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U.

Escape From Zombie City – For a limited time, Escape From Zombie City will be 50 percent off in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS. This promotion starts at 9 a.m. PT on April 12 and ends at 9 a.m. PT on April 27.

G-Style Co. – Select G-Style games will be on sale in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS, including Crazy Construction, Chain Blaster, Undead Bowling and Jump Trials Supreme. This offer starts at 9 a.m. PT on April 12 and ends at 9 a.m. PT on April 27.

Permanent Price Reduction

My Farm – $4.99 (was $7.99)

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

Club Nintendo Europe has gained a new reward. As of today, members can order a soundtrack CD for Super Mario 3D World. It’s available for 3,000 points.

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