Developer Saturnine Games submitted the 2D platformer to Nintendo for release.

Turtle Tale, a platformer coming to the 3DS eShop, is set for a spring release, as long as the game gets through Nintendo's internal testing without any hitches.

The 2D platformer follows Shelldon, a mean-looking, water gun-wielding turtle who is on a quest to reclaim Turtle Island from Captain O'Haire and his gang of pirates.

Is an oil change mini-game in the works for Mario Kart 8?

Nintendo of America and Pennzoil are working on a cross-promotion of Mario Kart 8 for the Wii U and Pennzoil's Platinum Motor Oil.

There will be a go-karting event inspired by Mario Kart 8 at the South By Southwest festival, March 7, called “Mario Karting Reimagined.”

A promotional website, motoroilremagined.com will be launching on March 5.

Picture yourself playing more picture puzzles.

Picross e4 is heading to North America and Europe in April, according to publisher/developer Jupiter.

It was first released on the Japanese eShop last November, and will join the three previous games in the series, which are all currently available worldwide.

Get ready for a brand new Metroidvania title filled with action, puzzles and secrets to uncover!

forma.8 will be coming to the Wii U eShop and other systems in the third quarter of 2014. The developer, MixedBag, described the title as a take on the Metroidvania formula.

In forma.8, players take control of a small exploration probe, which mysteriously parted ways with its companions. The ship... Read more...

Fix 'em up.

A USB Memory Repair Program is being offered to fix errors in Dragon Quest X via the Wii Shop Channel in Japan.

It has been rolled out to fix problems with the game's installation error code DQ-100-822-X. When updating from the Internet or installing from additional packages, error messages stating there is insufficient USB memory are possible, when that may not be the case.

Strap on your space boots, it's time to explore.

A Wii U exclusive, Affordable Space Adventures, has been announced and is making its way to the eShop.

The game is being co-developed by Nifflas (Knytt Underground) and KnapNok Games (Spin the Bottle: Bumpie's Party) and is expected to be released this autumn.

The flighty puzzler follows a... Read more...

What is the famed studio working on next?

Retro Studios has begun work on their next project.

Speaking with gaming website GameSpot, Nintendo producer Kensuke Tanabe stated that the studio, developers of the recent Donkey Kong Country games, Mario Kart 7, and the Metroid Prime series, has begun work on their next project. While this project has been in development for the last few months, Tanabe would not comment further on the specifics of the game.

Keeping things runnin’ smoothly.

The Wii U and 3DS received system updates earlier this week. Changes were small, and both focused on improvements to system stability and software compatibility.

Released on February 24, Wii U upgraded to version 4.0.3 U. The console hasn’t seen an update since mid-November last year, which closely followed the system’s major upgrade to version 4 in late September.

Free the Virtual Console games, Nintendo! We want games!

Hopefully you’re still busy with Bravely Default because this week’s releases won’t exactly knock your socks off. A discount on Knytt, a promising new puzzler, and a Kunio Kun game are the highlights. At least the Virtual Console got something, even if it is just a dusty ‘ol brawler.

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Buckle up, it's binge-watching time.

Pokémon animation will be available to watch via Netflix starting March 1. Available to enjoy are two seasons along with two movies.

The series' initial season, Pokémon: Indigo League, which ran from 1997-1999, will be available to stream instantly. Alongside it will be season 14, Pokémon:... Read more...

Renegade Kid is working on Razor Global Domination Pro Tour for release on Wii U in 2015.

Razor Global Domination Pro Tour, a new game from Mutant Mudds developer Renegade Kid, is coming to Wii U in 2015.

The developer is partnering with Scarab Entertainment and Razor USA to develop a video game based on the popular scooters. Beyond being able to preform tricks on the scooter,... Read more...

Make sure to keep your GamePad dry.

Aqua Moto Racing Utopia, the latest entry in the Moto Racing series, is on its way to the Wii U eShop.

As a follow up to Aqua Moto Racing 3D, this new entry features new water tech, internet play, all new environments, complete with those Utopian vibes. The game will also include multiplayer, both locally and via the Internet.

This time the world needs some serious saving!

Swords & Soldiers II is coming to the Wii U eShop according to developer Ronimo Games. The original was released on WiiWare back in 2009, and was later ported to other platforms, including 3DS. The sequel sends Redbeard and his gang of Vikings on a new adventure, making new friends while facing new enemies along the way.

Soak up those videos while you can.

The Nintendo Video service on the 3DS will come to an end on March 31, according to Nintendo. This news hits right on the heels of the Wii and DS Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection shutting down.

This means only one more month of access to any Nintendo Video content on your 3DS. No reason was stated for the abrupt conclusion of the service.

Make sure you supervise your children; those blue shells come out of nowhere.

Toymaker Jakks Pacific, through a partnership with Nintendo, will be adding the new “Super Mario Kart Ride-On” to its collection of 6V ride-ons, in stores on March 7. For the first time ever, kids will actually get the chance to take a spin in Mario’s ride.

Based on Mario’s kart from the... Read more...

Wii Shop, DSi Shop and third-party video services will remain active.

In-game services that use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection on Wii and DS will be shutting down as of May 20, 2014.

Nintendo has announced through their official Japanese website that after nearly 10 years, the Gamespy-powered online service, Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, will be coming to an end. The Wii... Read more...

"Gotta catch this deal!"

From March 1 to March 31, Club Nintendo will give away free Pokemon X and Y download codes with the eligible registration of both a 3DS system and at least one game.

In order to get the free download, gamers must be in North America and register their 3DS, 3DS XL, or 2DS alongside at least one of the following games with Club Nintendo:

The Etrian Odyssey-style game with Persona 3 and 4 characters is coming west.

Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth is coming to 3DS in North America in fall 2014. The crossover game features characters from Persona 3 and 4 in the gameplay of the Etrian Odyssey series.

In addition to the cute cartoon versions of the characters, Shadow of the Labyrinth features two different... Read more...

Twenty years of monkey business and counting.

Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze creators Michael Kelbaugh and Kensuke Tanabe were recently interviewed by Official Nintendo Magazine. They dove into not only the features and characteristics of the new DK title, but also the long, fruitful history of the franchise.

Both Kelbaugh and Tanabe... Read more...

The Caped Crusader is returning to the Wii U!

Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate - Deluxe Edition has been announced for the Wii U.

Originally released for the Nintendo 3DS in October 2013, the game will now see an HD, digital-only release for the Wii U and other systems in North America on April 1 for $19.99, and in Europe on April 2 for £15.99.