Archive for January, 2010

New Super Mario Bros. Wii has already propelled itself past Super Mario Galaxy. That’s not all, though.
In the eight weeks since the title has been released, Super Mario Bros. Wii has reached the ten million units sold mark. The video game has sold over 3 million copies in Japan, more than 4.5 million in North America and approximately 3 million copies in Europe.
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Plot A robotic illness known as Roboenza starts infecting robots, causing them to malfunction, with Roll becoming one of the victims. A month following the outbreak, the infected robots go berserk and attempt to take over the world. Mega Man goes to stop them, with Proto Man deciding to help him out.
Gameplay Mega Man 10 will have three playable characters: Mega Man, Proto Man and Bass. The Robot Masters in the game are Sheep Man, Commando Man, Blade Man, Strike Man, Solar Man, Chill Man, Nitro Man, and Pump Man. An easy mode will also be included in the game (which has ..read the full article
SAVE THEM ALL! The Dodos need a serious helping hand in this action-reflection creative game. Clear the way and protect as many lost eggs as possible!
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TOKYO (AP) — Nintendo’s president shrugged off the just unveiled iPad tablet computer from Apple as delivering ”no surprises,” and displayed as little enthusiasm for 3-D technology and high-definition upgrades for games.
”It was a bigger iPod Touch,” Satoru Iwata said of the much anticipated device shown Wednesday by Apple Inc. CEO Steve Jobs.
Iwata denied speculation in Japanese media that what Nintendo Co. has in the works in new gadgets may be a DS equipped with a motion-sensor similar to the wand for Nintendo’s hit Wii home console, or a Wii upgraded for high-definition TVs.
”I question whether those features would be ..read the full article
The PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 could see further price cuts this year, analyst Michael Pachter has predicted, which would lead to the Wii losing the price advantage it has over its competitors.
Following Nintendo’s release this week of its Q3 financials, Pachter said that the company’s performance had been largely in line with expectations, with solid holiday sales for the Wii and strong performances by Wii Fit Plus and New Super Mario Bros Wii – both of which sold over 10 million.
However, he predicted the console could lose its advantage next holiday as the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 come ..read the full article

After much speculation, it seems Metroid: Other M will have a 2010 release date. Supposedly, it will even be this summer, at least for Japan. There is not much more to the website, except for some music. Check it out here.

The unveiling of the new Apple iPad earlier this week has a lot of people excited. Nintendo president Satoru Iwata is not one of them.
“It was a bigger iPod Touch”, Iwata told Associated Press, adding that the new device offered “no surprises”.
The Nintendo president was equally down on the recent enthusiasm over 3D technology, saying “I have doubts whether people will be wearing glasses to play video games at home. How is that going to look to other people?”. Iwata also said Nintendo would need to look into the “possible health effects” of playin video games in 3D for prolongued ..read the full article
XSEED Games announced today that Ragnarok DS has gone gold, and will start shipping to retailers across North America beginning February 16th with a suggested retail price of $34.99. The game releases with an early pre-sale program that supports the game’s popular MMORPG PC counterpart, Ragnarok Online PC. Developed by Gungho Works, Ragnarok DS brings the same addictive gameplay of customization and exploration enjoyed by more than three million North American registered users in the PC version to Nintendo DS.
Players step into the roll of young Ales as he steps into the world in search of adventure with the ..read the full article
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A look behind the scenes at Flip’s Twisted World, an upcoming Wii platformer published by Majesco
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If you have been waiting for the upcoming WiiWare title “Tower of Shadow,” and would like to get an idea of what the game will be like, check out the game’s Japanese website for a flash-based trial.
CAPCOM® ANNOUNCES MEGA MAN® ZERO COLLECTION FOR NINTENDO DSTM
A Collection of the Legendary Mega Man ZERO Titles Bundled Together For On-The-Go Action!
SAN MATEO, Calif — January 28, 2010 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that the Mega Man® ZERO Collection is coming to Nintendo DS™. The Mega Man ZERO Collection is comprised of all four Mega Man ZERO titles bundled together. Having sold over 500 thousand units in North America, all four titles will be available on one DS cartridge for the first time at a great price. The portable Mega ..read the full article
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Anamorphic Illusion of Nintendo Controller. Redditor, JasonSpace, created this and it took over 15 hours.

Teyon revealed today the latest trailer of their first WiiWare™ title Hubert the Teddy Bear: Winter Games. The video presents mini-games and modes available in the game as well as teddy bear customization options.
Play together with Hubert the Teddy Bear and confront crafty bunnies. Challenge them in 8 winter activities including games such as a sledge ride, snow fight, fishing or bunny chase. Create your own teddy bear and customize it to fit your style. Play solo or with your family and friends in multi-player modes. Even 16 players can take part in a competition! Thanks to the balanced levels ..read the full article











