News for 07 / 2011

News: Nintendo to Expand Online, DLC Systems

Nintendo are hard at work creating a system to accommodate paid item transactions on 3DS and Wii U, but will probably not utilise it themselves...
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News: Street Fighter X Tekken For 3DS?

Yoshinori Ono revealed in a recent interview that Street Fighter X Tekken may appear on 3DS.
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Retro: VC Weekly #172

If you're into Baseball then this weeks release may interest you but can it go the distance or does it merely fall at first base? Check inside for the verdict.
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News: Analysts Respond to 3DS Price Cut

Several analysts weigh in on Nintendo's surprise decision to dramatically lower the 3DS price...
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News: New Game Rental Service for Europeans

A new games-focussed rental service has been made available in Europe...
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News: Take Home a Wappy Dog this Christmas

A product that combines video games with robotic dogs. What more could anyone want this Christmas?
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News: Nintendo's Shares Fall 12% After Price Cut

The stock market paints a gloomy picture as shareholders respond to the Nintendo's 3DS price cut announcement.
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News: 3DS NES Games Will Offer Multiplayer

The NES games available on the 3DS will offer simultaneous multiplayer in the future.
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News: Nintendo Worldwide Release Dates

Nintendo outlines when key games are going to be out for the Wii, DS and 3DS around the world.
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News: Nintendo's Million Sellers in First Quarter

Three Nintendo titles sold a million units between April and June this year. Find out what they were inside!
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News: Iwata Talks to Shareholders About Price Cut

An attendee at today's Nintendo's shareholders meeting informs the world about what happened.
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News: Rising Star Bringing Harvest Moons to Europe

Sequels in the Harvest Moon and spin-off Rune Factory series are getting a European run courtesy of Rising Star Games!
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Hands On: Rhythm Paradise Wii

Rhythm Paradise Wii has us pressing all the right buttons. And in time too!
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News: Watsham Says Price Drop 'A Game Changer'

The Renegade Kid chief gives a big thumbs-up to today's 3DS price drop announcement...
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News: Pokémon Director Saddened by Killing Culture

Pokémon veteran Junichi Masuda was not best pleased with the lack of originality at this year's E3...
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News: Square Enix Calls for a Strong Wii U Launch

Final Fantasy publisher says the fortunes of Wii U will be decided by its launch line-up...
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News: Nintendo Bringing Zelda to Gamescom

Nintendo are treating attendees to Cologne's Gamescom 2011 event to some Zelda goodness...
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3DS Review: Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D

Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D got a lot of press for its save mode but is the game actually worth buying?
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Media: Interview About Zelda's Future & Timeline

Bill Trinen explains the process of localisation for a Zelda title, the series' timeline and some morsels of information about Skyward Sword.
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News: Super Scribblenauts Heads to Japan

Konami will be handling the localisation for Super Scribblenauts in Japan.
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News: Programmer Pledges Support for MML3P Fans

Mega Man Legends 3 Project's programming director encourages fans to fight for the game to be released.
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News: EA Says Wii U Can Do What PS3/360 Can

EA get new development kits for the Wii U and claim it can do anything the PS3 and 360 can do.
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News: Nintendo Report Q1 Losses & Cut Expectations

Nintendo reports losses in the first quarter and cuts full-year expectations by 82%.
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News: Rhythm Heaven & 3DS Top Japanese Charts

The Wii version of Rhythm Heaven enters the Japanese charts at number one.
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News: Watch Professor Layton Movie For Free

Are you in or near London next Wednesday and fancy watching the Professor Layton movie for free?
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News: Super Mario & Mario Kart 3D Named & Dated

Nintendo has unceremoniously announced the official names of two of their most anticipated games.
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Breaking News: 3DS To Get A Price Cut

Breaking: Nintendo is to cut the price of the 3DS by "around a third" next month, and will reward early adopters.
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News: Mario & Sonic Mark One Year Until Olympics

Today marks one year until the 2012 Olympics kick off and Sega is celebrating with some new Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games info, screenshots and a box art.
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News: Are The Japanese Interested in Wii U?

It would seem they're not overly keen according to a recent survey carried out by gaming publication Famitsu.
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News: Level-5 Considering DS Ports on Wii U

Professor Layton on Wii U? We wouldn't say no.
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News: Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2 Set for Oct.

Play the role of a monster hunter in this Dragon Quest spin-off as of October 7th.
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News: EA Claims Wii U Will Help Reimagine Games

EA Play's Jeff Karp talks about the importance of Nintendo's newest console.
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News: Epic "Very Interested" in Wii U

The studio behind Gears of War is "very interested" in working on the Wii U.
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News: Pac-Man & Galaga Ditches High Score Tables

Pac-Man is all about competing for high scores right? Not the case in Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions it seems.
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News: 3DS System Update 2.1.0-4E

No major additions just a bit of background improvements.
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News: Xenoblade Chronicles Confirmed for Australia

Japan? Check the box. Europe? Check the box. Australia? Check the box. America? Umm...
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News: Level-5 Asks About Localisation Interests

Level-5 wants to know which of their titles American audiences want to see localised.
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Media: Japanese 3DS Summer Catalogue

Games available now and in the near future are on show in this new video.
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News: 'New Hardware Will Compare to CGI Movies'

Square Enix believe that the next generation of consoles will offer graphics comparable to Pixar movies.
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Rumour: Metal Gear Solid 3DS Delayed into 2012

Looks like Snake might not be making Q4 after all...
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News: Grasshopper Working On 3DS, Possibly Wii U

Yasuhiro Wada, creator of the Harvest Moon series, confirms that hes got a 3DS title in the works right now whilst a Wii U game could be a possibility.
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Retro: VC Weekly #171

If you're a long-term Nintendo fan then you'll surely be interested in Game and Watch Gallery which is now available to download. Check inside for the verdict.
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News: Inazuma Eleven Gets UK Release Date

The DS game based on the football anime series finally hits UK shores next month.
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News: HD GoldenEye Developed Alongside Wii Version

The Xbox 360 and PS3 GoldenEye: Reloaded was in development at the same time as GoldenEye: 007.
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Media: Xenoblade Chronicles Teasers

A couple of teasers to keep you going until the release of Xenoblade Chronicles.
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Media: Sonic Generations Screenshots

What's better than one Sonic? Two! And what's better than one screenshot? Thirteen!
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News: Level-5 Launches American Presence

A brand new website and an introductory video launches Level-5's presence in America.
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News: Sony Boss Criticises Glasses-Free 3D

Sony's Mick Hocking has claimed 3D technology that requires glasses is the best, and only, route to take.
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News: European Downloads for Thrusday 28th July

Golf, German and Artillery are on offer this week.
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News: Nintendo Cosying Up with Cloud Firms?

Acer has acquired one of Nintendo's main online service partners. Could it be Nintendo's stepping stone to a cloudy future?
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News: What To Expect From Zelda Wii U

Want to know what Eiji Aonuma has in mind for Zelda on the Wii U?
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DS Review: Jewels of the Ages

Two games in one but is it twice the fun or double the misery with Jewels of the Ages?
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News: Aonuma Dreams About A Zelda Movie

Asked what he'd do with an unlimited budget Eiji Aonuma claims he'd make a Zelda movie.
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News: Aonuma Hints At Majora's Mask 3D Possibility

Eiji Aonuma hints that a 3DS remake of Majora's Mask is not impossible.
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Hands-On: Super Mario

The plumber makes his 3DS debut. Find out what Joăo thought inside.
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Rumour: Resident Evil 6 Logo Revealed

A logo for Resident Evil 6 has hit the net, with the game allegedly set for a reveal this September...
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News: Eiji Aonuma Interviewed About Skyward Sword

Noted Zelda producer provides some more information about this year's most anticipated game.
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News: Two Marvel Super Hero Squad Games Announced

THQ has confirmed two brand new Marvel Super Hero Squad titles.
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Media: Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Screens

Another look at the rhythm Final Fantasy game.
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News: Kirby Wii Gets a New Title

Kirby Wii will be called...
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Media: Bill Trinen Discusses Skyward Sword

Bill Trinen explains the game, its gameplay and the weapon upgrade system.
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Media: Rhythm Heaven Wii Gameplay Footage

Over ten minutes of footage of Nintendo's Rhythm Heaven Wii await your viewing pleasure...
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News: Modest Debut for Star Fox, 3DS Spikes

The remake of the N64 classics makes a moderate debut in Japan, but helps the 3DS pull away in the hardware charts...
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News: New Picross Title for 3DS eShop

A new Picross game from Jupiter hits the Japanese eShop in a matter of days!
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News: North American Zelda Concert Details

North Americans need to mark October 21st in their diaries.
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News: Capcom Blames Fans for MML3 Canning

Capcom seemingly blames fans for the cancellation of Mega Man Legends 3, then says they didn't...
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Media: Sonic 'Through the Ages' Trailer

Sega look back at 20 years of their hedgehog mascot.
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News: Metroid Hub Site Launched

Metroid gets some form of anniversary loving from Nintendo.
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Media: Skyward Sword Comic Con Trailer

A beloved Zelda race is confirmed in this brand new trailer.
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Media: Disney Universe Wall-E Trailer

The first in a series of Disney Universe trailers sees the gang visit the Axiom.
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News: Keiji Inafune Speaks Out About Cancellation

Keiji Inafune speaks out about the cancellation of Mega Man Legends 3.
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News: Downloadable GameCube Games on Wii U?

It's been speculated that GameCube games may become available on Wii U as WiiWare downloads.
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News: Star Fox 64 3D To Release Earlier In US

Nintendo has decided to release Star Fox 64 3D a few days earlier in the US.
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Media: Pokémon Rumble Blast Debut NA Trailer

Pokémon Rumble Blast is heading to North America later this year. Check out the first English trailer inside!
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News: Sega Confirms CRUSH3D/Shinobi Dates

After some delays, Sega finally announces the dates of two of its 3DS titles...
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News: More Pokémon Surprises Coming This Year

The Pokémon Company CEO hints that BOTH DS and 3DS-owning Pokémon fans should look forward to more nice surprises soon...
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Media: More Ocarina of Time 3D Trailers

Nintendo releases two post-release trailers for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D, including a second one featuring Robin and Zelda Williams!
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News: Vigil Reiterates Wii U's Superior Power

The studio creating Darksiders II again says the Wii U is more powerful than current-gen systems, but Vigil is still learning more...
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Retro: VC Weekly #170

An astoundingly good puzzle game arrives in the form of cult classic Mario's Picross! Check inside for the verdict.
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News: Iwata Asks - Wii Play: Motion Edition

Satoru Iwata talks to the teams behind Wii Play: Motion.
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News: Crush Delayed Until 3DS Sells More

Zoë Mode reveal that the 3DS version of Crush has been delayed until the 3DS is more successful.
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News: Why Shinobi is Being Revived

The new Shinobi game started off as Assassins Creed.
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News: Mega Man Legends 3 Project Cancelled

Capcom pulls the plug on their insight into the development process known as Mega Man Legends 3 Project.
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News: Ubi President Talks Assassin's Creed Wii U

Ubisoft's CEO drops some cryptic words about the Assassin's Creed title heading to Wii U...
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News: This Week's eShop Releases

The 3D Classics version of Xevious headline's this Thursday's downloads...
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Hands-On: Xenoblade Chronicles

Xenoblade Chronicles has been discussed a lot recently but what's it like to play?
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News: Kirby Mass Attack Site Launched

An appropriately twee Kirby Mass Attack site has been launched that is crammed full of videos.
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News: Capcom Hints at Monster Hunters 3DS

Capcom's COO David Reeves suggests that Monster Hunter may be coming to the 3DS.
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DS Review: Mario vs Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem

If it's not Bowser taking Peach it's Donkey Kong taking Pauline, the Playboy Plumber and his Mini's are on the case and the monkeys tail.
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News: Ocarina of Time 3D Sells Well in America

In under 11 days on sale in America The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D was the 2nd biggest selling game of June.
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News: Xbox 1st Party Games are "Superior"

Microsoft's first party titles bring all the fans to the yard and they're like it's better than yours.
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DS Review: Solatorobo: Red The Hunter

The RPG you never knew you wanted.
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Interview: Fizz Man Industries

We speak to a sculptor inspired by video games such as Zelda, Mario and Professor Layton.
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Media: Shinobi Teaser Trailer

A teaser trailer for Shinobi celebrates the series' history.
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News: Silicon Knights gets Ł2m to Expand

The Eternal Darkness developer gets a hefty government grant to allow it to become self-sustaining...
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News: Rockstar Sitting on Open-World DS Title?

Information sourcing from a former Rockstar employee suggests the studio was working on a full 3D, open-world DS game...
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News: Aonuma Discusses Zelda and Wii U

Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma discusses Skyward Sword, the Wii U and much more.
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News: Naughty Dog Compares Wii U to PS3

Naughty Dog, the studio behind Uncharted, speaks about the Wii U.
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News: AfterZoom Release Date Announced

The only game that asks you "what's hiding in your ravioli?"
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News: Assassin's Creed: Lost Legacy Is Lost

Remember the 3DS Assassin's Creed title? Don't worry if you don't, it's been scrapped.
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News: Europe's 14th July eShop Updates

Nintendo have a batch of new games and videos to be downloaded this week including Game Boy classic Mario's Picross.
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News: Netflix Comes To 3DS

Netflix is now available on 3DS via the North American eShop.
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News: eShop Regional Managers in Competition

Satoru Iwata candidly reveals how regional Nintendo managers will be feeling the pressure to make their eShop services a success...
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News: Nintendo Video Launches on eShop

Nintendo's 3DS video service launches across Europe...
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News: Brave Company Coming To 3DS

Namco Bandai have confirmed that Brave Company, a simulation game, is heading to 3DS later in the year.
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News: 99Bullets European Release Date

We've got 99 problems but the release date ain't one.
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News: More Than 50 Songs in Theatrhythm FF

Prepare for more than 50 Final Fantasy songs in surround sound.
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Media: Antipole Trailer

A brand new trailer and a release date for Antipole.
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Feature: 6 Things Wii U Must Do To Capture Online

Feature writer Mark Lee ponders how he thinks Nintendo should/may approach the Wii U's online system.
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Retro: VC Weekly #169

Mercenaries and madcap puzzles galore in this weeks edition. Check inside for the verdicts.
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News: Ken Levine Digs Wii U... But 'No Plans'

Irrational Games' creative director says his studio has no current plans to develop for Wii U, despite appearing during Nintendo's E3 conference...
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News: Aonuma Likes His Tea Table Upended

Do not try chabudai gaeshi at home...
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Media: Star Fox 64 3D Reaction Videos

Fancy watching other people play Star Fox 64 3D?
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News: Monolith Soft Discuss Wii U Title

Several key members of Monolith Soft discuss working on a Wii U title but don't mention what it is.
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Media: Summer of Sonic 2011 Retrospective

Couldn't make it to Summer of Sonic 2011? Fret not as we have a one hour retrospective for you to watch.
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News: Nintendo Video Launches on July 13th

Nintendo have revealed in a recent press release that the new video service for 3DS will be available across Europe on July 13th.
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News: Analysts Claim 3DS is on Track

Several analysts have spoken about the 3DS and claim that its sales are nothing to be concerned about.
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News: Theatrhythm Final Fantasy Details & Screens

Square Enix has released some information about the rhythm game Theatrhythm Final Fantasy.
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Hands-On: Kirby Wii

Kirby returns to the Nintendo Wii and this time he's got some friends.
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News: EA Says Wii U "Transcends" Past Consoles

EA's John Riccitiello says the Wii U "transcends" anything else he has worked on in the past.
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News: New Xenoblade Release Date Confirmed

The rumours prove to be true as Nintendo confirms earlier release date for Xenoblade Chronicles
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Hands-On: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

Joăo gets his hands on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the second time the lucky Moblin.
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News: Ark of Sinners Details

Anima Games Studio's Ark of Sinners was released yesterday. Find out more about it inside.
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News: Nintendo Considering Auto-Downloading Demos

Nintendo is contemplating demos that automatically download to your console.
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News: Super Pokémon Scramble Video

Let's get ready to scramble!
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Rumour: Xenoblade Release Bumped Forward?

Has the highly-anticipated JRPG had its European release brought forward?
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News: Now! That's What I Call Games

EMI is turning its music compilation series into a video game series.
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News: Iwata Talks To Shareholders About Stock Drop

Nintendo's president speaks to its shareholders about the post-Wii U reveal that saw share prices plummet.
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News: Fear of Leaks Led to Early Wii U Reveal

Satoru Iwata reveals that the heightened risk of information leaking means Nintendo are forced to unveil their consoles earlier...
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News: Nintendo Discusses Adult Games

How does the most 'family-friendly' console manufacturer deal with 'adult' games?
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News: Iwata Talks Wii U Launch Software

Nintendo is carefully considering the Wii U launch line-up.
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News: 3DS Vs. Smartphones

Satoru Iwata explains why the 3DS doesn't offer everything a smartphone does.
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News: StreetPass Quest 2 Being Considered

Nintendo is apparently looking into the possibility of developing StreetPass Quest 2.
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News: Iwata Asks About Xenoblade Chronicles

Satoru Iwata speaks to the team behind Xenoblade Chronicles.
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Media: Rhythm Heaven Wii Trailer

Want something lively to perk up your Thursday? How about a Rhythm Heaven trailer?
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News: Iwata Comments on Third-Party Support

Iwata-san discusses past third-party support on Nintendo consoles, and how Nintendo is trying to change this.
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News: Reggie Says Wii U Is

Reggie Fils-Aime believes Wii U will not be hard to sell with its innovative and exciting features and also feels that it will be easy to explain to consumers.
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News: Wii U Online Information From Third Parties

Reggie Fils-Aime says that Wii U will feature a robust online experience yet feels information should be provided by third party publishers.
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News: 3D Possible on Wii U, But Not a Focus

Satoru Iwata says 3D games on Wii U are technically feasible, but it's not a path Nintendo will follow...
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News: Antipole Announced for DSiWare

Affect gravity in this newly announced DSiWare platformer.
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News: Final Fantasy Rhythm Game Announced

The 3DS finally gets a Final Fantasy game but it may not be what people were expecting...
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News: Pokémon Heading to iOS and Android

The Pokémon franchise is hitting Android and iPhone devices in Japan.
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News: More E3 Videos on the Euro eShop

More E3 3D Trailers for you to download.
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News: Red Fly Studio Sheds 30 Jobs

Studio notable for its Wii titles suffered a cancellation of a big project...
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News: Super Mario 3D Features a Few Old Suits

The Tanooki suit will not be the only classic power-up making an appearance...
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News: Griptonite Games Would Like To Work on Wii U

The team behind the new Shinobi title for the 3DS talk about Wii U.
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News: How Miyamoto Learnt English

A new Iwata Asks informs us about how Shigeru Miyamoto learnt English.
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News: Europe's 7th July eShop Updates

A number of classic titles are released on the eShop this week.
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News: Wii U Zelda May Look Different Than Expected

Eiji Aonuma has stated in a recent interview that a Zelda game on Wii U might not necessarily look the same as the prototype demo shown at E3.
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News: Capcom Won't Make The Same Mistake Twice

Speaking out about the controversial save file issue in The Merenaries 3D, Capcom assure us that save files will not be delete-proof in future.
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Retro: VC Weekly #168

Kirby's small screen debut title is added to the 3DS VC but will it suck you in? Check inside for the verdict.
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News: Inchworm Animation 3D Being Considered

A 3DS version of Inchworm Animation is being considered by the title's creator.
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News: Wii U Is 'Slam Dunk' for id Tech 5 Games

id Software's John Carmack is excited about the Wii U and thinks the new controller can really add to the experience.
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Rumour: Pandora's Tower Heading to Europe?

Is Ganbarion's obscure slice 'em up set for a European release?
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News: Family Fishing Comes With Wii Fishing Rod

Yuji Naka reveals his new Wii fishing game which comes packaged with a fishing rod accessory.
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News: Tales Of The Abyss 3D Dated

Despite talks of a 2012 release, Europeans will for the first time play this entry of the 'Tales of...' series later this year.
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News: 3D Trailers Arrive on 3DS

After much deliberation NOE have finally unleashed 3D trailers for the gaming public to enjoy.
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