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September 7, 2016

Pokemon Go Coming to Apple Watch Mobi

by Adam Abou-Nasr - 10:46 am EDT
Total comments: 2 Source: Apple

PokeStops, nearby Pokemon, and egg hatching are coming to your wrist.

Niantic CEO John Hanke stopped by Apple's Apple Watch Series 2 announcement to show off Pokémon Go on Apple Watch.

The app allows users to track nearby Pokémon, hatch eggs, and gather items from PokéStops. The update should be available later this year.

Hanke also said that Pokémon Go Plus is still coming soon, and that Pokémon Go has been downloaded 500 million times since its debut.

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Super Mario Run Announced For iOS, Android Later Mobi

by Donald Theriault - 10:29 am EDT
Total comments: 16

A premium experience for mobile.

A historic first will mark Mario's debut on mobile phones.

Shigeru Miyamoto appeared at Apple's iPhone 7 announcement conference today to debut Super Mario Run. The base game is designed to play in a similar fashion to an endless runner, but offers different levels and timing-based platforming challenges. There is also an option to race friends, and the ability to build courses using coins collected in the other modes.

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September 6, 2016

Pokemon Sun And Moon Announces Photo Mode, Time Shifted Games 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 6:16 am EDT
Total comments: 10 Source: Pokemon Company

You got your Snap in my Pokémon RPG!

The newest Pokémon Sun and Moon trailer has added some new Pokémon as well as a couple of the game's key sidequests.

Among the debuting Pokémon are:

Alolan Raticate - previously announced, a Dark/Normal type with Gluttony and Hustle abilities Type: Null - a Normal type with the Battle Armor... Read more...

September 1, 2016

Nintendo Downloads - September 1, 2016 3DSWiiU

by Donald Theriault - 10:31 am EDT
Total comments: 5 Source: Nintendo

So what came out this week besides Picross 3D Round 2? EVERYTHING. But most importantly, Axiom Verge.

For the second time in three weeks, the eShop list for North America is brought to you by Longcat - and we knew this BEFORE the Direct dropped some major bombs. There's another 14 games between the two platforms, with 11 on Wii U and six from one publisher (and one of them is a five game bundle).... Read more...

Nintendo Collaboration with Capcom Brings Zelda Outfits and More to Monster Hunter Stories 3DS

by Danny Bivens - 8:49 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo Direct (Japan)

Nintendo and Capcom are teaming up for additional costumes, weapons and more in the upcoming 3DS RPG.

Content based on The Legend of Zelda will be making its way to way to the upcoming RPG from Capcom, Monster Hunter Stories. Details currently remain sparse, but the main character can be shown wearing Link’s outfit, wielding the Master Sword and riding Epona. The Felyne companion is also seen wearing... Read more...

2DS Gets Stand-Alone Release in Japan

by Danny Bivens - 8:19 am EDT
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The 3DS family of systems expands in Japan (this time without Pokémon).

The Nintendo 2DS is getting a stand-alone release in Japan retailing for 9,800 yen( plus tax) on September 15. The system will be released in five colors - Blue, Red, Black, Pink and Lavender.

This isn’t the first time the 2DS has been released in Japan. Earlier this year, the 2DS came out with special bundles including the Virtual Console versions of the Game Boy Pokémon games. You can see the Japanese trailer for the system below.

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Hyrule Warriors Legends DLC Pack 2 Showcased 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 8:07 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo Direct

Gonna wipe some scrubs and ride this train.

The next wave of Hyrule Warriors Legends DLC will be out today.

Phantom Hourglass and Spirit Tracks are the focus of the update, which includes a new Sand Wand and Train weapons for Toon Link and controllable Toon Zelda. Zelda will use the Phantom as her method of attack.

A new Adventure Mode map is also included with the update, which is available on the eShop today and also available for the Wii U version.

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Tank Troopers Revealed For Nintendo eShop 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 8:03 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo Direct

Six player multiplayer combat in tanks.

Nintendo announced a new eShop only title in today's Nintendo Direct called Tank Troopers.

The game lets you customize your tank with different offensive abilities such as freezing or shocking opponents, or blocking them with paintballs. Download Play is supported and matches can have up to six combatants.

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Miitopia Announced for 3DS 3DS

by Danny Bivens - 7:55 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Nintendo Direct 09.01.2016 (Japan)

NCL snuck in a surprise at the end of the latest Japanese Nintendo Direct.

Miitopia, an upcoming Nintendo 3DS title, was announced during the latest Nintendo Direct in Japan and is slated to come out at some point in 2016. Details were non existent during the Direct, as presenter Morimoto-san told fans to wait for a healthy does of information sometime in the near future. Miitopia did not appear on Nintendo Directs outside of Japan.

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New 2D Pikmin Side-Scroller Announced For 3DS 3DS

by Jared Rosenberg - 7:47 am EDT
Total comments: 19 Source: Nintendo Direct

It's the Flower Town sequel we never expected.

A brand new Pikmin adventure is heading to the 3DS in 2017. Players will be able to throw Pikmin around the stages by tapping the screen.

Unlike previous entries in the series, the new game is a two dimensional side-scroller. However, Olimar and his Pikmin buddies will behave just like you remembered.... Read more...

Animal Crossing Welcome Amiibo And New Cards Announced; Mini Direct Forthcoming 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:44 am EDT
Total comments: 7 Source: Nintendo Direct

In the interest of clearing shelf space.

The Nintendo Direct has given new details about the upcoming update to Animal Crossing: New Leaf.

In addition to being available for existing owners, the update will be rolled into a new package called "Animal Crossing: Welcome Amiibo" that launches this fall. The bundle will come with an Amiibo card from a new series of Animal Crossing Amiibo cards was also announced.

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Picross 3D: Round 2 Coming West 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:37 am EDT
Total comments: 4 Source: Nintendo Direct

That sound you heard was the entire staff rejoicing.

Picross 3D: Round 2 is finally crossing to the West.

The sequel to the 2010 cult puzzle hit will launch today in North America on the eShop, with an exclusive demo as well. Europe will receive the game on December 2 both at retail and the eShop.

The game allows for painting of the blocks and can also use amiibo to generate puzzles.

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Mario Sports Superstars Announced for 3DS 3DS

by Bryan Rose - 7:35 am EDT
Total comments: 7 Source: Nintendo Direct

Mario and his friends are really athletic, you know?

Mario Sports Superstars is the latest Mario sports title announced for the 3DS.

There will be five different sports to choose from: Soccer, Baseball, Tennis, Golf, and Horse Racing. There will also be a tournament mode, as well as online and local mulitplayer.

Mario Sports Superstars is scheduled for a spring 2017 release.

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Poochy And Yoshi's Woolly World 3DS, Yarn Poochy Amiibo Announced 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:31 am EDT
Total comments: 7 Source: Nintendo Direct

And I'll hug it and squeeze it and love it to bits.

Yoshi's Woolly World is coming to 3DS, and it's bringing the cutest puppy ever for the ride.

Originally released on Wii U in 2015, the 3DS version - known as Poochy and Yoshi's Woolly World - will feature all of the Wii U game's levels and exclusive levels. There are unlockable Poochy Pups who... Read more...

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Launching On Wii U Today Wii

by Donald Theriault - 7:27 am EDT
Total comments: 8 Source: Nintendo Direct

In all territories, no less.

Despite a 3DS Direct, there was a Wii U release announced today.

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword will release as a Wii U Virtual Console title today in all territories. The Wii U download will release at $19.99 US, $28.19 Canadian, €19.99 and £17.99.

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New Zelda Amiibo, Books Announced

by Bryan Rose - 7:25 am EDT
Total comments: 10 Source: Nintendo Direct

The new Amiibo celebrates 30 years of Zelda.

A new line of Zelda amiibo are coming on December 2.

These include 8-bit Link, Link from Ocarina of Time and a two pack featuring Link and Zelda from Wind Waker. They will all be scannable in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, out in 2017.

Additionally, Nintendo also announced that Dark Horse Comics are working on 3 Zelda books, including one titled Arts and Artifacts.

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Dragon Quest VII Preorder Bonus Announced; Dragon Quest VIII pushed to 2017 3DS

by Bryan Rose - 7:24 am EDT
Total comments: 1 Source: Nintendo Direct

You'll have to wait longer for the eighth Dragon Quest game on the 3DS.

Originally scheduled for a 2016 release, Dragon Quest VIII has been delayed to 2017. No other details were announced in today's Nintendo Direct.

Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past is still scheduled for a September 16 release in North America. Today's Nintendo Direct announced that if you preorder on the Nintendo eShop, you will obtain a 3DS home menu theme for free.

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New StreetPass Games Out Today 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:17 am EDT
Total comments: 16 Source: Nintendo Direct

You're going to be building Play Coins again

The Mii Plaza will be updating later today with new games and a key update.

Today's Mii Plaza update allows for quick access to the plaza games, and Mii Plaza Premium owners can store up to 100 Miis for use in the Mii games.

The five new games announced are Slot Car Rivals, Market Crashers,... Read more...

Munchlax Distribution Event Coming To Pokemon Sun/Moon, New Ratatta Form Revealed 3DS

by Bryan Rose - 7:13 am EDT
Total comments: 3 Source: Nintendo Direct

Munchlax will come with a special item that'll be helpful when it evolves!

A new Ratatta form, as well as a new Munchlax event spearheaded today's Nintendo Direct.

Nintendo will distribute a Munchlax upon the games launch through January 2017. It will come with a Snorlian Z crystal that, upon evolution, will allow Snorlax to unleash a new Z-move.

Meanwhile, Ratatta... Read more...

Super Mario Maker Coming To 3DS 3DS

by Donald Theriault - 7:08 am EDT
Total comments: 29 Source: Nintendo Direct

Focusing on local play for the game.

Super Mario Maker is coming to the Nintendo 3DS on December 2.

The 3DS version will focus on local play, with course trading available by local wireless or StreetPass and sharing of incomplete levels for creation.

Unlike the Wii U game, Mystery Mushrooms and online sharing will not be available, though select Wii U courses will be downloadable.

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