News for 05 / 2011

News: DS Lite Drops to $99 in USA

The DS Lite's price is getting even lighter in America.
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News: Mario & Zelda 3DS eShop Cards Spotted

Mario and Link are adorning some eShop prepaid cards in Japan.
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E3 2011: E3 Launches Insider Website

Watch pre-show coverage and explore virtual booths with the official E3 Insider website.
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News: Max & the Magic Marker Heading to Retail

Easy Interactive are set to bring Press Play's under-appreciated WiiWare gem to Wii and Nintendo DS next month!
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Media: First Heroes of Ruin Screens, Teaser

Head inside for the first in-game media of n-Space's 3DS adventure romp...
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News: Heroes of Ruin Announced for 3DS

Square Enix officially announced Heroes of Ruin for the 3DS earlier today and also gave a brief insight into some of its exciting features.
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News: View a 3D Screenshot of BIT. TRIP SAGA

The BIT. TRIP series is coming to the 3DS and a 3D screenshot will give you an idea of how it looks.
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News: Nintendo UK Unveils Online Zelda Hub

The Zelda Hub contains information on Wii, DS, and Virtual Console games
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News: Disney Launching Games & DVD Packs

The house of the mouse will release special DVD and video game bundles.
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News: Ubisoft Has Faith in Nintendo's Innovation

Ubisoft reminds us that one thing Nintendo does well is innovate.
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News: How Retro Studios Became Nintendo-Backed

The developers behind Metroid Prime and Donkey Kong Country Returns explain how they've come to work on Nintendo's big franchises.
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Media: Doctor Lautrec Footage

Some in-game footage of Konami's Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights has finally been released.
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Retro: VC Weekly #164

Chrono Trigger finally comes to Europe in its original form on a Nintendo console, albeit a virtual one. Check inside for the verdict.
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Rumour: The Last Story Will Release in Europe

A Nintendo UK rep reportedly indicates Mistwalker's The Last Story is indeed heading for Europe...
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News: Heroes of Ruin Details Emerge

Very interesting details of the upcoming collaboration with N-Space emerges. Online co-op? Voice chat? Interested?
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Media: Nintendo Releases New Solatorobo Trailer

The latest story trailer for the Nintendo-published DS RPG brings the furry...
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3DS Review: Samurai Warriors: Chronicles

Waging 3D War in feudal Japans Sengoku era.
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News: n-Space and Square Enix Team Up on 3DS

The lid is blown on one of n-Space's 3DS titles as the studio teams up with Square Enix...
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News: Analysts Ponder DLC on Wii's Successor

Numerous analysts question whether Nintendo will finally embrace downloadable content with the soon-to-be-shown Wii successor.
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News: EA Focusing on Hits

Electronic Arts has stated they are focusing on "hits" and plan to release less games in the next financial year.
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News: House M.D. Coming to DSiWare

The cantankerous television doctor is coming to DSiWare next week.
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News: Disney Accused of Ripping Off TT Games

Traveller’s Tales design director accuses Disney of "ripping off" their LEGO series with Disney Universe. Update: Further comments from TT.
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Media: Shinobi Announcement Interview

Find out about what to expect from Shinobi in this announcement interview.
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Media: RE: The Mercenaries 3D Character Trailer

Get to know the characters of Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D a little better.
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News: Don't Get Excited About Zelda Universe

An ESRB rating for 'Zelda Universe' has sent the Internet all atwitter, but it isn't worth getting excited about.
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News: Dead or Alive: Dimensions DLC Detailed

The downloadable costume and throwdown challenge schedule has been released.
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News: Disney Universe Officially Announced

Disney Interactive Studio has officially announced Disney Universe and released a trailer.
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News: Carphone Warehouse Offering £160 3DS

UK phone retailer Carphone Warehouse is currently offering the Nintendo 3DS for £160.
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News: Fourth Professor Layton Trademarked in USA

Professor Layton and the Last Specter has been trademarked in America.
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News: Take Part In The Wii Family Challenge

Nintendo invite you and your family to see who is the best gamer.
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Media: Shinobi Announcement Trailer

A trailer for the just-announced Shinobi game on the 3DS has been released for your viewing pleasure.
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News: First Sonic Generations 3DS Details

Want to know what to expect from Sonic Generations? Well head inside.
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Media: Several New Zelda Trailers

If you just can't get enough of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D head inside.
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Media: Pandora's Tower Opening Cinematic

The opening cinematic for Pandora's Tower has found its way onto the Internet.
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News: Shinobi 3DS Details Emegre

The first details about the Shinobi revival on the 3DS have emerged.
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News: Why Sonic Generations Isn't Wii Bound

Now that we know Sonic Generations is coming to the 3DS it begs the question 'why not the Wii?'
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News: Mahito Yokota Composing New Zelda Titles

The composer of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and Ocarina of Time 3D has been revealed.
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News: Guilty Gear Goes Back To Arc System

After being in the hands of Sega, the rights to Guilty Gear finally went back to Arc System Works.
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News: Miyamoto Talks 3DS, Zelda and eShop

Gaming icon Shigeru Miyamoto talks to The Guardian about what he's working on, the future of Nintendo and what he'd like to see remade for the 3DS.
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E3 2011: Analyst Predicts Big E3 for Nintendo

According to industry analyst Eiji Maeda this year's E3 is going to be big for Nintendo.
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News: Xenoblade's Alternative Cover Revealed

The votes have been counted and the winning alternative Xenoblade cover has been revealed.
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E3 2011: Ubisoft's E3 Line-Up Announced

Ubisoft will be showing off Rabbids, dancing and Tintin at this year's E3.
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Media: Japanese Ocarina of Time 3D Trailer

A new two and a half minute trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D should keep you entertained for now.
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Media: Disney Universe Teaser Trailer

Get ready to "suit up" with some Disney characters.
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News: Sonic Generations and Shinobi 3DS Confirmed

Two rumoured Sega 3DS titles have been confirmed by Nintendo Power.
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News: Team NINJA Discusses DOA: Dimensions

Team NINJA's leader Yosuke Hayashi talks about Dead or Alive: Dimensions, Metroid and more.
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E3 2011: Ex-Rare Employee Comments on E3

An ex-Rare employee has commented on how he thinks Nintendo will do at this year's E3 and chooses some rather unfortunate words.
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Media: The Malgrave Incident Trailer

Solve a huge mystery and potentially rid the world of ailments in Mystery Case Files: The Malgrave Incident.
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News: Double Serving of Cooking Mama in 2011

Majesco has announced the localisation of two new Cooking Mama titles.
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News: Capcom Reducing Nintendo Support

According to Capcom's financial report they plan to lower support for the DS and Wii in the coming year.
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News: Play For Japan: The Album

"Play For Japan", the charity campaign to help victims of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan this March has an album coming out with an impressive list of artists, check out the details!
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Media: Green Lantern 3DS Trailer

The 3DS trailer for Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters has been released.
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News: European Downloads for 27th May

Three new games for European gamers this week, including a highly anticipated racing game.
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E3 2011: Nintendo Offering Live Stream of E3

Nintendo will be streaming their E3 conference live for all asunder to see.
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Rumour: Modern Warfare 3 Heading to Wii/DS

Could Nintendo console's be in on the next Modern Warfare title from day one?
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News: Phoenix Wright Movie In Development

The spikey-haired lawyer is heading to the silver screen courtesy of Takashi Miike.
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News: Analyst Predicts 3DS to Lead Japanese Market

Analyst firm Enterbrain has predicted that the 3DS will lead the Japanese market this year.
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News: Nintendo to Publish Goldeneye in Japan

James Bond returns to Japan next month courtesy of Nintendo.
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News: Australian Ocarina of Time 3D Date Set

The Australian release date for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D has finally been announced.
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News: Mercenaries 3D Uncut in Germany

The German version of Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D will not be censored, unlike many other Resident Evil games.
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News: Jewels of Ages Announced

City Interactive has announced a brand new puzzle game for the DS.
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Media: Ocarina of Time 3D European Trailer

Nintendo of Europe has released a teaser trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D.
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News: GameStop Expects 3DS Sales Slow Down

US retailer GameStop has stated that following strong launch sales they expect 3DS sales to slow down during Q2.
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Rumour: Front-Facing Camera for Wii Successor

The controller that can apparently do everything also features a front-facing camera according to fresh reports.
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News: Nazo Waku Yakata Dated

Capcom's uniquely controlled Nazo Waku Yakata has been given a release date in Japan.
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News: Japanese Kid Icarus Site Launched

The Japanese website for Kid Icarus: Uprising has opened and offers fan participation.
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Media: Solatorobo Screenshots

Check out some new screens from Solatorobo: Red the Hunter inside.
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Media: Wii Play Motion Trailer

See Wii Play Motion in motion.
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Media: Puzzle Rocks Trailer

Cinemax's new DSiWare puzzle title will be rocking onto the European service on June 3rd.
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News: Team Ninja Want to Make a 3D-Designed Game

Team Ninja's studio head Yosuke Hayashi has spoken about his desire to create a title designed specifically for 3D.
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News: Leon Too Busy For Mercenaries

It seems Leon Kennedy is too tied up to make an appearance in the upcoming Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D.
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News: A Zelda Timeline Does Exist

Zelda fans have long debated about what the Zelda timeline is. Apparently Nintendo has an official one but will not reveal it.
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Event Report: Nintendo Launches 'Create Britain'

Nintendo launched their 'Create Britain' campaign in London on Thursday and we were there to find out what it was all about.
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News: Kind of New Pokémon Game Unveiled

A new Pokémon game was promised to be announced by Dengeki Nintendo, but it seems they were using the term "new" liberally.
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News: Sonic Generations 3DS Listing Removed

The saga of Sonic Generations on the 3DS continues.
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News: Dead or Alive: Dimensions Banned in Sweden

Sweden's child pornography laws have prevented Dead or Alive: Dimensions from getting released. Jävlar!
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Hands-On: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D

Is this 13 year old game worth your time? Find out by reading our hands-on impressions inside.
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News: Wii Price Drops to Under £100

The in-store price of a Wii console has dropped to less than £100 for the first time.
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Media: Ocarina of Time Artwork

We have a lot of new screenshots, character designs and artwork for you to feast your eyes upon.
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News: Nintendo Begins 'Create Britain' Tour

Nintendo is looking to encourage more British people to create art by showcasing Art Academy around the country.
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News: Nintendo Planning Big Advertising Push

Nintendo UK is set to promote the Wii's recent price drop with a huge advertising campaign.
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News: The Magic Pencil Announced for 3DS

Bring your drawings to life and use them to complete your adventure in The Magic Pencil.
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News: LEGO Harry Potter Years 5-7 Shipping Q4

Warner Bros' concluding tie-in of the LEGO Harry Potter universe is heading to consoles this year...
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News: Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D Dated

The upcoming Capcom title has now been dated for Europe. When can you join in on some online co-op shooting fun? Find out inside...
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News: Easy Interactive's Q2 Line Up

Easy Interactive will release a number of titles over the next few months.
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News: Sega Talks More Mario & Sonic

The developers of London 2012 on Spotpass, Streetpass and why no online or MotionPlus...
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Media: First FAST Racing League Trailer

Check out the first footage of Shin'en's F-Zero homage in motion...
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Media: Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D Screens

See the newly confirmed playable character Barry Burton in action.
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News: Conduit 2 Patch Released

Having problems with Conduit 2? This new patch may well be the solution you are looking for.
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News: Find Love in Pandora's Tower

Pandora's Tower is set to feature love simulation elements according to new information.
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Rumour: Disney Universe Under Development?

For a little while Amazon listed a title called 'Disney Universe' but it has since been removed.
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News: Barry Burton Playable in RE: The Mercenaries

The master of one-liners has been confirmed as a playable character in Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D.
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News: Clean Your Hands On Mario

Nintendo has the perfect gift for the Mario fan who also enjoys cleanliness.
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News: Sonic Generations 3DS Pretty Much Confirmed

It would appear that Sonic's 20th anniversary will be celebrated on the 3DS.
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News: Sega Doesn't Rule Out New F-Zero

Developers of F-Zero GX are open to the possibility of a new eye-melting racer...
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News: More Mario & Sonic Titbits

ONM confirms a couple of disappointing (but perhaps unexpected) omissions from Mario and Sonic's new Olympic collaboration...
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News: Why Sonic & Mario Only Collaborate in Sports

Ever wondered why Sonic and Mario have only collaborated at Olympic events? Turns out there is a reason.
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News: Ubisoft Thinks Wii Successor Is Fantastic

Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot praises the Wii's successor and gives an indication of hardware performance.
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News: Nintendo Says Consoles Aren't Over Yet

Nintendo disagrees with Fox News' claim that consoles are dying out.
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News: Ocarina of Time Gets 3D Pre-Order Bonus

Those of you who pre-order Ocarina of Time 3D will get a little extra something...
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News: Wii/DSi Downloads for May 20th

The original form of the timeless RPG classic Chrono Trigger is finally hitting Europe...
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News: Sonic Colours Was Sega's Top Game in 2010

The Wii and DS title Sonic Colours was Sega's most successful game in 2010.
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News: Tecmo Koei Aiming for Wii 2 Launch Titles

The company behind Dead or Alive: Dimensions and Samurai Warriors Chronicles is hoping to release some launch titles for the Wii's successor.
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News: More Wii Surprises to Come

The Wii should not be written off too soon according to Nintendo.
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Media: Driver Renegade 3DS Trailer

The first 3DS entry for the cult Driver series is shaping up pretty nicely...
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News: n-Space Bringing the Goods to E3

n-Space confirm their 3DS roster to make a public debut very soon...
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Retro: VC Weekly #163

Fans of skateboarding whilst simultaneously chucking axes at turtles should rejoice as the VC has had Super Adventure Island added to its library. Check inside for the verdict.
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News: Vote For Xenoblade's Alternative Cover

Nintendo gives fans the chance to choose an alternative cover art for this year's epic RPG...
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News: Steel Diver Originally a DSiWare Title

A new Ask Iwata reveals that Steel Diver was being developed for DSiWare originally.
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Media: Live Action Dead or Alive Dimensions Traile

Nintendo of Europe has released a live action trailer to promote the upcoming Dead or Alive Dimensions.
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Media: Zelda OOT Master Quest Footage

A new Japanese trailer shows some footage from the Masters Quest mode of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D.
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News: Chrono Trigger Heading to US Virtual Console

Square Enix's SNES classic Chrono Trigger is heading to the American Virtual Console service next week.
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News: Star Fox 64 3D Not Going Online

Star Fox 64 3D will not feature an online mode.
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News: Rayman Origins Confirmed

Ubisoft claims that the cat got out of the bag too early by confirming that Rayman Origins is an upcoming Wii game.
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News: Sega Bringing Retro Franchises to VC

Sega's Vintage Collection is about to offer Wii gamers with a penchant for waxing nostalgic a lot to be happy about.
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Media: Dream Trigger Walkthrough Trailer

Art Co.'s complex 3DS shoot 'em up gets a welcomed tutorial video...
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News: Nintendo Distributing European Mercenaries

Nintendo of Europe has signed a deal with Capcom to distribute Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D...
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Feature: Forwards or Backwards?

How backwards compatibility is a Trojan horse.
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News: 3DS eShop Delayed Until June in Japan

In Japan, and presumably worldwide, the 3DS eShop will not be released in May as previously promised.
UPDATE: Confirmed for Europe and USA.
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Media: New Ocarina of Time 3DS Screens

See Epona, Sheik, King Dodongo and all your other favourites in these new screens.
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News: 3DS Pre-Paid Card Found in US Retailer

A pre-paid card for the Nintendo 3DS has been found in an American shop.
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News: Sega Announces CRUSH3D

Sega has announced CRUSH3D, a 3D-based update of CRUSH.
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Media: Pac-Man Tilt & Galaga Dimensions Trailers

A compilation of trailers for Namco Bandai's tilt-based two pack has been released.
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News: Dragon Quest Collection Releasing on Wii

Square-Enix package together Dragon Quest's first ever iterations to celebrate the franchise's 25th anniversary...
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News: Tales of the Abyss 3DS Heading to Europe

Namco finally confirms the first ever European release of the critically-acclaimed 2005 RPG...
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Media: New Mercenaries Trailer Brings the Weird

Someone should probably take Capcom into a quiet corner and have a word...
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Media: New Pandora's Tower Trailer

A nice, four-minute mix of gameplay and CG from Nintendo and Ganbarion's hack and slasher...
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News: Renegade Kid Bringing Mudds, More to E3

The always-quality Texas-based studio might be worth keeping an eye this E3...
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News: NOA Hires New VP of Sales & Marketing

Nintendo of America hires a manly man to fill the cold, heartless void left by the departure of Cammie Dunaway...
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Rumour: First Wii 2 Game Announced?

A Majesco press release hints at when the Wii's successor may be launched...
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News: Shin'en's FAST Gets EU Release Date

Start those eye-wateringly fast engines for Shin'en's hot WiiWare racer...
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News: 3rd Party 3DS Virtual Console Titles Details

Want to know which third party Game Boy games will be released on the upcoming 3DS Virtual Console?
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News: Nintendo Supporting 3rd Parties on eShop

Shigeru Miyamoto claims that Nintendo are not looking to impose restrictions on third party developers with the eShop.
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News: Nintendo of Europe 13/05 Downloadables

Three new downloadable titles will hit the Virtual Console and DSiWare this Friday the 13th.
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News: Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater Aiming For Nov

Konami's hopes to release its highly anticipated title Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D just in time for Christmas.
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Media: Murder in Venice Screens & Trailer

Discover the truth behind a very ugly murder in a very beautiful city.
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News: Japanese 3DS Satisfaction Research

Media Create has asked Japanese users how they feel about the 3DS and also found out the average age of DS owners.
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Rumour: Sonic, Time Crisis, Rayman for 2011?

GameStop seemingly lists a number of unannounced titles for Nintendo platforms this year...
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Retro: VC Weekly #162

Does the thought of a fire-fighting game get you a little hot and bothered? If so then you may wish to investigate The Ignition Factor which is the latest VC game available. Check inside for the verdict.
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Feature: Looking Into The Stream

Just what might Nintendo do next?
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News: Saints Row: Drive-By Cancelled

THQ has cancelled Saints Row: Drive-By for all consoles.
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News: Solatorobo Dated, Site Opened

Head inside to check out the debut European trailer for CyberConnect2's colourful DS RPG...
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News: Important Changes to Club Nintendo T&Cs;

Those in Europe signed up to the Club Nintendo site should be aware of some important information...
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News: THQ Planning 'World of uDraw' E3 Showcase

THQ is to continue support for uDraw in the form of a number of new titles.
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News: Mario & Sonic at London 2012 Olympics Titbit

Want to know what Mario and Sonic will be up to at the 2012 Olympic Games in London? Head inside!
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News: Help Celebrate Metroid's Anniversary

A Metroid fan site is looking to celebrate the series' impending 25th anniversary and wants you to join in.
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News: Lautrec Not an Intentional Layton Clone

Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights' producer Noriaki Okamura discusses the title's similarities to the Professor Layton series.
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News: Let's Dance with Mel B. Tracklisting

Ubisoft invite you to join Mel. B, ex-Spice Girl, on the dance floor to strut your stuff along to 28 different songs.
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News: Konami Announces Pre-E3 Show

Konami will showcase some of their upcoming games in a pre-E3 show designed with fans in mind.
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News: Reggie Discusses Wii Price Drop

Reggie Fils-Aime has commented on how important the just-announced price drop is for the future of the Nintendo Wii.
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News: Hideki Konno on Mario Kart, AR, 3D Classics

Nintendo EAD development chief Hideki Konno teases on what the future could hold for 3DS...
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News: Ocarina of Time 3DS Titbits

Nintendo Power divulges some of the visual and control updates for the imminent remake of the timeless epic...
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News: Miyamoto Has The Teaching Bug

In an interview with guardian.co.uk Shigeru Miyamoto talks about his personal plans for the future.
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News: Wii Budget Titles Confirmed

The Nintendo Selects range brings four classic Wii games to you at a low price.
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News: New Mario Kart Wii Pack Announced

Nintendo will launch a new Mario Kart Wii console bundle on 20th May.
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Wii Review: Mario Sports Mix

Mario and his friends head back to courts for some new sports.
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Feature: Why The 3DS Has A Bright Future

Staff writter Mark Lee opens the debate on the 3DS' potential.
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News: Nintendo's E3 Conference Dated

Time to get your diaries out...
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Media: New Ocarina of Time 3D Trailer

A spoilertastic new trailer for Link's 3DS debut is up for viewing...
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Rumour: Café Hardware Details Out In The Open

Kotaku claims to have gotten some info about the innards of Nintendo's next console, due for unveiling this E3.
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Rumour: Wii Budget Titles Coming Soon

According to American retailers a budget range of Wii titles will be coming out soon.
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News: Iwata Discusses Kinect, 3rd Parties & 3DS

Nintendo has translated last week's investor meeting and some more information has emerged.
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Rumour: Nintendo Lets You Feel the Next Console

Another rumour about the successor to the Wii suggests the console will be called Nintendo Feel and for a very good reason.
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DS Review: Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective

A murder mystery game in which you play the deceased, but is it worth dying for?
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News: Voice Actor Reconfirms Xenoblade for Autumn

British voice actor becomes the second to tweet a September release for Xenoblade Chronicles...
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News: OoT Will Be Last 3D Remake... Maybe

Shigeru Miyamoto is tepid about the idea of more 3DS remakes... for the most part.
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